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Constitutions and Law

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Constitutions and Law questions cover fundamental rights, the preamble, critical articles, and amendments from the Indian and United States constitutions. This topic is indispensable for UPSC, state PSC, and SSC exams. Practicing these questions ensures a solid understanding of political frameworks and legal provisions.

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Constitutions and Law Questions

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not included in the preamble to the Indian constitution?

  1. Justice - Social, Economic and Political

  2. Education to men, women and children

  3. Liberty of thought, expression, faith and worship

  4. Equality of status and opportunity to all
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Preamble to the Indian Constitution mentions Justice (social, economic, and political), Liberty (of thought, expression, faith, and worship), Equality (of status and opportunity), and Fraternity. It does NOT mention 'Education' as one of its key words. Education became a fundamental right later through the 86th Amendment (Article 21A), but is not in the original Preamble.

Multiple choice

The Indian Constitution is regarded as

  1. unitary in form and federal in spirit

  2. federal

  3. unitary

  4. federal in form and unitary in spirit
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian Constitution has clearly distributed powers between the union and the states, but the centre has been given long list of exclusive powers. So, the Indian Constitution is regarded as federal in form and unitary in spirit.

Multiple choice

The implication of secularism in the Indian constitution is

  1. non-discrimination on the basis of one's creed

  2. opposition to all religions

  3. legal prohibition of communal parties

  4. ban over religious conversion by law

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Secularism in the Indian Constitution means the state does not discriminate against any citizen on the basis of religion. It treats all religions equally and maintains neutrality. It does NOT mean opposition to religion (that would be atheism), banning religious parties, or prohibiting conversion. The state may regulate secular activities associated with religion but cannot promote any particular faith.

Multiple choice

The original Constitution of India contained

  1. 397 Articles and 9 Schedules

  2. 395 Articles and 8 Schedules

  3. 396 Articles and 7 Schedules

  4. 395 Articles and 4 Schedules
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Originally, there were 395 articles, 22 parts and 8 schedules in the Constitution of India. Now, the Constitution of India has 448 articles in 25 parts, 12 schedules, 5 appendices and 98 amendments. 

Multiple choice

The Indian Constitution is regarded as

  1. unitary in form and federal in spirit

  2. federal

  3. unitary

  4. federal in form and unitary in spirit
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian Constitution exhibits federal characteristics (division of powers between Union and States, independent judiciary, written constitution, rigidity) but contains unitary features (single citizenship, strong center during emergencies, flexible amendment process, directive principles). Dr. Ambedkar described it as 'quasi-federal' - federal in form but unitary in spirit.

Multiple choice

The main function of the 'Constituent Assembly' was

  1. framing the constitution

  2. amending the constitution

  3. enforcing the constitution

  4. interpreting the constitution
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The main function of the 'Constituent Assembly' was framing the constitution.

Multiple choice

Which one of the following is not a constitutional body?

  1. Election Commission

  2. Union Public Service Commission

  3. Planning Commission

  4. Finance Commission
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Planning Commission was not a constitutional body but was established by an executive decision in 1950. It was replaced by NITI Aayog in 2015. Constitutional bodies are those created directly by the Constitution of India like the Election Commission, UPSC, and Finance Commission.

Multiple choice

The Eklavya Model Residential Schools

  1. were set up to cater to the need of children of SC community
  2. provide quality and all round education after charging the least minimum fee
  3. reserve equal number of seats for girls and boys
  4. are provided funds under Article 275(1) of the Indian Constitution

Which of the above given statements are true?

  1. 1, 2 and 4

  2. 1 and 3

  3. 3 and 4

  4. 2, 3 and 4
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

In the context of the trend of establishing quality residential schools for the promotion of education in all areas and habitations in the country, the Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) for ST students take their place among the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, the Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas and the Kendriya Vidyalayas. The structure of EMRS is as follows:

  1. Admission to these schools will be through selection/competition with suitable provision for preference to children belonging to Primitive Tribal Groups, first generation students, etc.
    2. Sufficient land would be given by the State Government for the school, play grounds, hostels, residential quarters, etc. free of cost.
    3. The number of seats for boys and girls will be equal.
    4. In these schools, education will be entirely free.
  2. Every class can have maximum 60 students preferably in 2 sections of 30 students each and the total sanctioned strength of the school will be 480 students.
Multiple choice

After consultation with the Governor of a state, the President of India may notify the Scheduled Tribes in the state in accordance with which article of the constitution of India?

  1. Article 300

  2. Article 323

  3. Article 342

  4. Article 356
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Article 342 of the Indian Constitution empowers the President to specify Scheduled Tribes in states and union territories after consultation with the Governor. This article provides the constitutional framework for identifying and notifying tribal communities that qualify for protective affirmative action measures. Article 300 relates to property rights, Article 323 establishes administrative tribunals, and Article 356 deals with President's Rule in states - none of these relate to Scheduled Tribes.

Multiple choice

The constitution of which country serves as the source for amendment procedure in the Indian Constitution?

  1. Ireland

  2. Germany

  3. United Kingdom

  4. South Africa
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian Constitution borrowed its amendment procedure from South Africa. The South African Constitution provided for a flexible amendment process requiring special majorities, which India adapted. Ireland contributed fundamental rights provisions, UK influenced parliamentary procedures, and Germany provided directive principles. The amendment process balances flexibility with stability.

Multiple choice

Provisions for reservation of seats for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in the Lok Sabha are laid in which of the following articles?

  1. Article 334

  2. Article 332

  3. Article 333

  4. Article 330

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Article 330 provides for reservation of seats for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in the Lok Sabha. Article 332 deals with reservation in State Legislative Assemblies, while Article 333 covers nomination of Anglo-Indians. Article 334 originally dealt with duration of reservations (now extended indefinitely). These provisions ensure representation for marginalized communities in the democratic process.

Multiple choice

Which of the following articles of the Indian Constitution defines the work of Administrative Tribunals?

  1. Article 233B

  2. Article 323A

  3. Article 223B

  4. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Article 323A of the Indian Constitution provides for the establishment of Administrative Tribunals to adjudicate disputes related to recruitment and service conditions of public servants. These tribunals reduce the burden on regular courts by providing specialized, faster resolution of administrative matters. State Administrative Tribunals can also be established under this article for state-level matters.