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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

In the Indian Constitution, Parliamentry system of government is borrowed from?

  1. U.S.A

  2. Ireland

  3. Canada

  4. U.K
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

India adopted the parliamentary system of government from the United Kingdom. This system features the Cabinet form of government where the executive is responsible to the legislature. The US system is presidential, Ireland inspired our Directive Principles, and Canada's federal structure influenced our constitution.

Multiple choice

The provision that the state shall not discriminate against citizens on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth or any of them is in which article of the constitution of India?

  1. Article 15

  2. Article 16

  3. Article 14

  4. Article 17
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Article 15 of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination by the state against any citizen on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth. Article 14 is equality before law, Article 16 is equal opportunity in employment, and Article 17 abolishes untouchability.

Multiple choice

The parliament of Switzerland is known as

  1. Swiss Constitution

  2. Federal Law

  3. Federal Constitution

  4. Federal Assembly
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Federal Assembly (Bundesversammlung in German) is Switzerland's bicameral parliament consisting of the National Council and Council of States. It represents the Swiss federal system where cantons retain significant autonomy, reflecting the country's unique direct democracy tradition and federal structure.

Multiple choice

In which year were the 'Fundamental Articles' drawn up?

Directions: Read the following passage and answer the question that follows.

Not until many a year after Roger Williams and Anne Hutchinson conducted their followers to the Narragansett country was Rhode Island granted an agreement of inclusion (1663) by the crown. Not until long after the congregation of Thomas Hooker from Newtown paved the way into the Connecticut River Valley did the king of England give Connecticut a charter of its own (1662) and a place among the colonies. Half a century passed before the towns laid out beyond the Merrimac River by emigrants from Massachusetts were formed into the royal province of New Hampshire in 1679.
The towns of Hartford, Windsor, and Wethersfield had long lived happily under their "Fundamental Orders" drawn up by themselves in 1639. Similarly, the settlers dwelt peacefully at New Haven under their "Fundamental Articles" drafted in the same year. The pioneers on the Connecticut shore had no difficulty in agreeing that "the Scriptures do hold forth a perfect rule for the direction and government of all men."

  1. 1679

  2. 1639

  3. 1689

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

It is given in the 2nd line of the 2nd paragraph.

Multiple choice

Which of the following sections deals with the doctrine of election?

  1. Section 45

  2. Section 15

  3. Section 53A

  4. Section 35
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Option (1) is incorrect: Section 45 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 provides joint transfer for consideration. Option (2) is incorrect: Section 15 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 provides transfer to a class, some of whom come under Sections 13 and 14. Option (3) is incorrect: Section 53A of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 deals with part performance. Option (4) is correct: Section 35 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 deals with the doctrine of election.

Multiple choice

Article 39A of the Constitution of India deals with

  1. free legal aid

  2. free and compulsory education

  3. free housing to the poor

  4. free medical aid to the citizens
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Option (1) is correct: Article 39A of the Constitution of India deals with equal justice and free legal aid. Option (2) is incorrect: Article 45 of the Constitution of India deals with provisions for free and compulsory education for children. Option (3) is incorrect: No such provision. Option (4) is incorrect: No such provision.

Multiple choice

Which of the following bodies find mention in constitution of India? (1) Planning Commission (2) Finance Commission (3) National commission on women (4) Union public service Commission

Choose from the following:

  1. 1, 2

  2. 2, 4

  3. 1, 2, 3

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

The Indian Constitution explicitly mentions the Finance Commission (Article 280) and the Union Public Service Commission (Article 315-323). The Planning Commission (now NITI Aayog) and National Commission for Women were established by statute/government decisions, not constitutional provisions. Only Finance Commission and UPSC find direct mention in the Constitution.

Multiple choice

Which article of constitution of India authorized Supreme Court to issue writs for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights of citizens guaranteed to them by constitution?

  1. Art 31

  2. Art 32

  3. Art 33

  4. Art 30
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Article 32 of the Indian Constitution is called the 'Heart and Soul of the Constitution' by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. It empowers the Supreme Court to issue writs (Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari, Quo Warranto) for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights. It's a fundamental right itself.

Multiple choice

Which of the following statements about UK is wrong?

  1. It is unitary state

  2. Constitution of UK is unwritten

  3. Prime Minister is De facto head of state

  4. Judicial Review is a feature of Constitution of UK
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The UK constitution is unwritten and unitary, the Prime Minister is the de facto head (not de jure head - that's the monarch), but judicial review in the UK is not a constitutional feature in the same way as in countries with written constitutions. UK parliamentary sovereignty means courts cannot strike down primary legislation, though they can review administrative actions. Therefore statement D is indeed wrong.

Multiple choice

According to the passage, the Election Commission is an independent constitutional authority. This is mentioned under Article

Directions: Refer to this passage for the question below:

The superintendence, direction and control of preparation of electoral rolls for, and the conduct of , elections to parliament and State Legislatures and elections to the offices of the President and Vice – President of India are vested in the Election Commission of India. It is an independent constitutional authority. Independence of the Election Commission and its insulation from executive interference is ensured by a specific provision under Article 324(5) of the constitution that the Chief Election Commissioner shall not be removed from his office except in like manner and on like grounds as a Judge of the Supreme Court and conditions of his service shall not be varied to his disadvantage after his appointment. In C.W.P No. 4912 of 1998 (Kushra Bharat Vs Union of India and others), the Delhi High Court directed that information relating to government dues owed by the candidates to the departments dealing with Government accommodation, electricity, water, telephone and transport etc. and any other dues should be furnished by the candidates and this information should be published by the election authorities under the commission.

  1. 324

  2. 125

  3. 90

  4. 105

  5. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Under Article 324, the Election Commission is an independent constitutional authority.

Multiple choice

Independence of the commission means

Directions: Refer to this passage for the question below:

The superintendence, direction and control of preparation of electoral rolls for, and the conduct of , elections to parliament and State Legislatures and elections to the offices of the President and Vice – President of India are vested in the Election Commission of India. It is an independent constitutional authority. Independence of the Election Commission and its insulation from executive interference is ensured by a specific provision under Article 324(5) of the constitution that the Chief Election Commissioner shall not be removed from his office except in like manner and on like grounds as a Judge of the Supreme Court and conditions of his service shall not be varied to his disadvantage after his appointment. In C.W.P No. 4912 of 1998 (Kushra Bharat Vs Union of India and others), the Delhi High Court directed that information relating to government dues owed by the candidates to the departments dealing with Government accommodation, electricity, water, telephone and transport etc. and any other dues should be furnished by the candidates and this information should be published by the election authorities under the commission.

  1. having a constitutional status

  2. having legislative powers

  3. having judicial powers

  4. having political powers

  5. having both judicial and legislative powers
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

In the very first paragraph, it is clearly given that the Election Commission of India is an independent constitutional authority.

Multiple choice

What question does the text of the passage reflect or raise?

Directions: Refer to this passage for the question below:

The superintendence, direction and control of preparation of electoral rolls for, and the conduct of , elections to parliament and State Legislatures and elections to the offices of the President and Vice – President of India are vested in the Election Commission of India. It is an independent constitutional authority. Independence of the Election Commission and its insulation from executive interference is ensured by a specific provision under Article 324(5) of the constitution that the Chief Election Commissioner shall not be removed from his office except in like manner and on like grounds as a Judge of the Supreme Court and conditions of his service shall not be varied to his disadvantage after his appointment. In C.W.P No. 4912 of 1998 (Kushra Bharat Vs Union of India and others), the Delhi High Court directed that information relating to government dues owed by the candidates to the departments dealing with Government accommodation, electricity, water, telephone and transport etc. and any other dues should be furnished by the candidates and this information should be published by the election authorities under the commission.

  1. The authority of the commission cannot be challenged.

  2. This would help in stopping the Criminalisation of Indian Politics.

  3. This would reduce substantially the number of contesting candidates.

  4. This would ensure fair and free elections.

  5. Composition of Indian judiciary
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The independent status of the Election Commission of India ensures fair and free elections in the country.

Multiple choice

Education is included in the _________ of the Indian Constitution.

  1. State list

  2. Union list

  3. Concurrent list

  4. District list
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Education is listed in the Concurrent List of the Indian Constitution, meaning both the central and state governments can make laws on it. This allows for coordination of educational standards while accommodating regional needs.

Multiple choice

Andhra Pradesh Governor N D Tiwari was in news for his resignation recentfy. Under which article of the Constitution can the Union Government remove a Governor without assigning any reasons?

  1. Article 156

  2. Article 57

  3. Article 172

  4. Article 68

  5. Article 189
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Article 156(1) of the Constitution states that a Governor shall hold office during the pleasure of the President, meaning the Union Government can remove a Governor without assigning any reasons. This provision was used in the case of ND Tiwari's resignation controversy. Other articles listed deal with different constitutional provisions unrelated to Governor removal.

Multiple choice

The method of Constitutional Amendment is provided in-

  1. Article 348

  2. Article 358

  3. Article 368

  4. Article 378
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Article 368 of the Indian Constitution prescribes the method for Constitutional Amendment. It outlines the procedures for different types of amendments - some by special majority (2/3 of members present and voting + absolute majority of House), and some requiring ratification by states. The other articles listed deal with different subjects.