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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

What were the two articles of impeachment against Donald Trump?

  1. Abuse of power and obstruction of justice

  2. Bribery and extortion

  3. Perjury and witness tampering

  4. Campaign finance violations and tax fraud
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The two articles of impeachment against Donald Trump were abuse of power and obstruction of justice.

Multiple choice

What is the principle of amendment?

  1. The constitution can be amended by a vote of the people.

  2. The constitution can be amended by a vote of Congress.

  3. The constitution can be amended by a vote of the Supreme Court.

  4. The constitution can be amended by a vote of the President.
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Explanation

Amendment is the principle that the constitution can be amended by a vote of the people. This means that the people have the power to change the constitution if they believe it is necessary.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment guarantees the right to vote for citizens of the United States?

  1. 15th Amendment

  2. 19th Amendment

  3. 24th Amendment

  4. 26th Amendment
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Explanation

The 15th Amendment to the United States Constitution, ratified in 1870, prohibits states from depriving citizens the right to vote based on race, color, or previous condition of servitude.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment lowered the voting age to 18?

  1. 18th Amendment

  2. 21st Amendment

  3. 24th Amendment

  4. 26th Amendment
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The 26th Amendment to the United States Constitution, ratified in 1971, lowered the voting age from 21 to 18.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional provision gives Congress the power to regulate federal elections?

  1. Article I, Section 2, Clause 1

  2. Article I, Section 4, Clause 1

  3. Article II, Section 1, Clause 2

  4. Article II, Section 2, Clause 1
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Article I, Section 4, Clause 1 of the United States Constitution gives Congress the power to regulate federal elections.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional provision gives states the power to regulate state and local elections?

  1. Article I, Section 2, Clause 1

  2. Article I, Section 4, Clause 1

  3. Article II, Section 1, Clause 2

  4. Article II, Section 2, Clause 1
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Explanation

Article I, Section 2, Clause 1 of the United States Constitution gives states the power to regulate state and local elections.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional provision prohibits poll taxes as a condition of voting?

  1. 13th Amendment

  2. 14th Amendment

  3. 15th Amendment

  4. 24th Amendment
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The 24th Amendment to the United States Constitution, ratified in 1964, prohibits poll taxes as a condition of voting.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional provision prohibits literacy tests as a condition of voting?

  1. 13th Amendment

  2. 14th Amendment

  3. 15th Amendment

  4. 24th Amendment
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The 15th Amendment to the United States Constitution, ratified in 1870, prohibits literacy tests as a condition of voting.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional provision prohibits the use of racial gerrymandering in the drawing of electoral districts?

  1. 13th Amendment

  2. 14th Amendment

  3. 15th Amendment

  4. 24th Amendment
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The 14th Amendment to the United States Constitution, ratified in 1868, prohibits the use of racial gerrymandering in the drawing of electoral districts.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional provision prohibits the use of partisan gerrymandering in the drawing of electoral districts?

  1. 13th Amendment

  2. 14th Amendment

  3. 15th Amendment

  4. 24th Amendment
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Correct answer
Explanation

The United States Constitution does not explicitly prohibit the use of partisan gerrymandering in the drawing of electoral districts.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional provision gives Congress the power to enforce the provisions of the 15th Amendment?

  1. Article I, Section 2, Clause 1

  2. Article I, Section 4, Clause 1

  3. Article II, Section 1, Clause 2

  4. Article II, Section 2, Clause 1
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Explanation

Article I, Section 2, Clause 1 of the United States Constitution gives Congress the power to enforce the provisions of the 15th Amendment.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional provision gives Congress the power to enforce the provisions of the 19th Amendment?

  1. Article I, Section 2, Clause 1

  2. Article I, Section 4, Clause 1

  3. Article II, Section 1, Clause 2

  4. Article II, Section 2, Clause 1
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Explanation

Article I, Section 2, Clause 1 of the United States Constitution gives Congress the power to enforce the provisions of the 19th Amendment.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional provision gives Congress the power to enforce the provisions of the 24th Amendment?

  1. Article I, Section 2, Clause 1

  2. Article I, Section 4, Clause 1

  3. Article II, Section 1, Clause 2

  4. Article II, Section 2, Clause 1
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Explanation

Article I, Section 2, Clause 1 of the United States Constitution gives Congress the power to enforce the provisions of the 24th Amendment.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional provision gives Congress the power to enforce the provisions of the 26th Amendment?

  1. Article I, Section 2, Clause 1

  2. Article I, Section 4, Clause 1

  3. Article II, Section 1, Clause 2

  4. Article II, Section 2, Clause 1
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Explanation

Article I, Section 2, Clause 1 of the United States Constitution gives Congress the power to enforce the provisions of the 26th Amendment.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional provision gives Congress the power to enforce the provisions of the Voting Rights Act of 1965?

  1. Article I, Section 2, Clause 1

  2. Article I, Section 4, Clause 1

  3. Article II, Section 1, Clause 2

  4. Article II, Section 2, Clause 1
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Explanation

Article I, Section 2, Clause 1 of the United States Constitution gives Congress the power to enforce the provisions of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.