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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

Consider the following statements:

  1. The Constitution of India has 40 parts.
  2. There are 390 Articles in the Constitution of India in all.
  3. Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh and Twelfth Schedules were added to the Constitution of India by the Constitution (Amendment) Acts.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 and 2

  2. 2 only

  3. 3 only

  4. 1, 2 and 3
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Constitution of India has 24 parts, 12 Schedules and more than 444 Articles at present. In the original constitution, there were 22 Parts, 8 Schedules and 395 Articles. Ninth Schedule was added by the 1st Constitutional Amendment Act, 1951. Tenth Schedule was added by the 52nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1985. Eleventh Schedule was added by the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992. Twelfth Schedule was added by the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992.

Multiple choice

Consider the following statements:

  1. Article 371 A to 371 I were inserted in the Constitution of India to meet regional demands of Nagaland, Assam, Manipur, Andhra Pradesh, Sikkim, Mizoram, Arunhal Pradesh and Goa.
  2. Constitution of India and the United States of America envisage a dual policy (the Union and the States), but a single cititzenship.
  3. A naturalised citizen of India can never be deprived of his citizenship.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1, 2 and 3

  2. 1 and 3

  3. 3 only

  4. 1 only
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Article 371 A to Ideals with special provisions to Nagaland, Assam, Manipur, Andhra Pradesh, Sikkim, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh and Goa. The Constitution of India envisages a single policy for both Union and the States. A naturalised citizen is one who acquires citizenship either by naturalisation or by registration. They can be deprived of citizenship if they acquire citizenship by using fraudulent means.

Multiple choice

Which schedule of the Constitution of India contains special provisions for the administration and control of scheduled areas in several states?

  1. Third

  2. Fifth

  3. Seventh

  4. Ninth
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Fifth schedule relates to the control and administration of scheduled areas in states other than Tripura, Assam, Meghalaya and Mizoram, while sixth schedule deals with administration and control of tribal areas in the states of Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram and Tripura.

Multiple choice

According to the Constitution of India, which of the following are fundamental for the governance of the country?

  1. Fundamental Rights

  2. Fundamental Duties

  3. Directive Principles of State Policy

  4. Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Directive Principles of State Policy are guidelines to the Central and State governments of India to be kept in mind while framing laws and policies. DPSPs aim to create social and economic conditions under which the citizens can lead a good life. They also aim to establish social and economic democracy through a welfare state. They act as a check on the government. lt is a yardstick in the hands of the people to measure the performance of the government. It shall be the duty of the state to apply these principles in making laws.

Multiple choice

With reference to the Constitution of India, consider the following:

  1. Fundamental Rights
  2. Fundamental Duties
  3. Directive Principles of the State Policy

Which of the above provisions of the Constitution of India is/are fulfilled by the National Social Assistance Programme launched by the Government of India?

  1. 1 only

  2. 3 only

  3. 1 and 3

  4. 1, 2 and 3
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP), which came into effect on 15th August, 1995, represents a significant step towards the fulfillment of the Directive Principles in Article 41 (Right to Work, to Education and to Public Assistance in certain cases) of the Constitution.

Multiple choice

Which of the following bodies do(es) not find mention in the Constitution?

  1. National Development Council
  2. Planning Commission
  3. Zonal Councils

  1. 1 and 2 only

  2. 2 only

  3. 1 and 3 only

  4. 1, 2 and 3
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

National Development Council is not a constitutional body. It is an extra-constitutional body. Planning Commission is a non-constitutional and non-statutory body. It was created by the Government of India in 1950 by a resolution. Zonal Councils had been recognised in the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is/are among the Fundamental Duties of citizens laid down in the Indian constitution?

  1. To preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture
  2. To protect the weaker sections from social injustice
  3. To develop the scientific temper and spirit of inquiry
  4. To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity

  1. 1 and 2 only

  2. 2 only

  3. 1, 3 and 4 only

  4. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

All the statements, except 2, are correct.

Multiple choice

Article 25 of the Indian constitution is concerned with

  1. The right of freedom of religion

  2. The right of equality

  3. The right of freedom of work

  4. Culture and educational rights
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Article 25 of the Indian Constitution guarantees all persons freedom of conscience and the right to freely profess, practice, and propagate religion. This is part of the Fundamental Rights section (Articles 12-35). Article 14-18 deal with equality, and Articles 29-30 cover cultural and educational rights. Freedom of work is not specifically covered as a separate fundamental right.

Multiple choice

The Constitution of India describes India as ______.

  1. federal

  2. a Union of States

  3. quasi - federal

  4. democratic
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Article 1 of the Indian Constitution declares 'India, that is Bharat, shall be a Union of States,' emphasizing that the Union is indestructible while states can be reorganized.

Multiple choice

Which of the following features are the basic of the Indian Constitution which are not amendable under Article 368?

  1. Sovereignty, territorial integrity, federal system and judicial review

  2. Sovereignty, territorial integrity and parliamentary system of government

  3. Judicial review and the federal system

  4. Sovereignty, territorial integrity, federal system, judicial review and parliamentary system of government

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

The Kesavananda Bharati case established the 'basic structure doctrine' stating that certain fundamental features of the Constitution cannot be amended under Article 368. These include sovereignty, territorial integrity, federal system, judicial review, and parliamentary system - all mentioned in option D.

Multiple choice

Which of the following parts of the Indian Constitution deals with the Directive Principles of State Policy?

  1. Part I

  2. Part III

  3. Part IV

  4. Part V
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Part IV of the Indian Constitution (Articles 36-51) contains the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP). Part I contains Union and its Territory, Part III contains Fundamental Rights, and Part V deals with the Union Government. DPSP are guidelines for governance.

Multiple choice

The Constitution of India was adopted on

  1. 1950 Jan 26

  2. 1946 Dec 9

  3. 1949 Nov 26

  4. 1947 Jul 22

  5. 1975 Jan 1
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Constitution of India was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on November 26, 1949. This date is celebrated as Constitution Day. The Constitution came into force on January 26, 1950, which is celebrated as Republic Day. November 26, 1949 marks the final adoption, not enforcement.

Multiple choice

The Constitution of India came into force on

  1. 1950 Jan 26

  2. 1946 Dec 9

  3. 1949 Nov 26

  4. 1947 Jul 22

  5. 1975 Jan 1
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Constitution of India came into force on January 26, 1950, which is celebrated as Republic Day. The Constituent Assembly adopted it on November 26, 1949, but its enforcement began on January 26, 1950. This date was chosen because it was the anniversary of Purna Swaraj Day (1930).

Multiple choice

UPSC - The Union Public Service Commission of India was established under which article?

  1. Article 335

  2. Article 315

  3. Article 290

  4. Article 367
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is established under Article 315 of the Constitution. Part XIV of the Constitution (Articles 315-323) deals with the composition, appointment, removal, and functions of Public Service Commissions. Article 315 specifically provides for the establishment of Public Service Commissions for the Union and States.