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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 political science fundamental rights- part i human rights : origin, characteristics and types international problems problems affecting the world

Which of the following writs is a bulwark of personal freedom?

  1. Mandamus

  2. Habeas Corpus

  3. Quo Warranto

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

The Literal meaning of 'Habeas Corpus' is "we may have the body'. It is an order issued by the court to a person who has illegally detained the other person directing him to produce such person in the court for examination of detention. The person is then freed if the detention is found to be illegal. Hence, this writ is the bulwark of Individual's liberty against illegal detention.

Multiple choice business economics and quantitative methods public economics components of budget and budgetary procedure government budget and taxation government budget and economy

____________ of the Constitution of India, requires the central government to prepare the 'Annual Financial Statement' of the country.

  1. Article 172

  2. Article 116

  3. Article 112

  4. None of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

According to Article 112 of the Constitution of India, the central government has to prepare the annual financial statement of the country following the standard format and mentioning the required details adhering to the budget of the country. 

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Which of the following articles of the Indian constitution talks about abolishing untouchability?

  1. Article 21

  2. Article 19

  3. Article 18

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

Article 17 of the Indian constitution says that the untouchability is abolished and its practice in any form is forbiddable. The main goal of this article is to remove caste discrimination which is prevalent still in the country. Discrimination on grounds of caste is punishable by the court of law.

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Abolition of untouchability (Article 17) was mentioned under which part of the Indian Constitution?

  1. Directive principles

  2. Citizenship

  3. Fundamental rights

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

Abolition of untouchability (Article 17) was mentioned under Fundamental Rights which are included in Part-III of Indian constitution. The article says that the untouchability is abolished and its practice in any form is forbiddable. The main goal of this article is to remove caste discrimination which is prevalent still in the country. Discrimination on grounds of caste is punishable by the court of law.

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Article 17 of the constitution of India provides for ___________.

  1. equality before law

  2. equality opportunity in matters of public employment

  3. abolition of titles

  4. abolition of untouchability
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Article 17 of the Indian constitution abolishes the practice of untouchability. According to this article, untouchability is abolished and its practice in any form is forbidden. The enforcement of any disability arising out of untouchability shall be an offence punishable in accordance with law.

Multiple choice legal studies bureaucracy bureaucracy public administration and its importance bureaucracy in india

In the _______ schedule of the constitution, the law and order are included under the state subject. 

  1. 5th

  2. 6th

  3. 7th

  4. 9th
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The 7th Schedule of the Indian Constitution contains the three lists (Union, State, and Concurrent) that divide legislative powers between the Central and State governments. Law and order are listed under the State list.

Multiple choice political science special statutory commissions for protection of citizens rights administrative reforms role of media in democracy the media in democracy

Article 330 to 342 of Indian constitution belongs to _______________.

  1. All Indian services

  2. Election commission

  3. Village panchayat

  4. Reservation and representation of scheduled castes scheduled tribes in lok sabha.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Article 330 to 342 of Indian constitution belongs to reservation and representation of scheduled castes and scheduled tribes in lok sabha.

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Which article of Constitution gives recognition to the scheduled tribes?

  1. 340

  2. 341

  3. 342

  4. 343
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Article 342 provides that the President may with respect to the State and Union Territory and where it is stated, after consulting Governor may notify that a particular tribe, community, group, etc be for this constitution be considered as scheduled tribes. The protection is given to represent the interest of Scheduled Tribes by various reservations granted to them by the constitution itself.

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Provisions of the Constitution relating to the administration of scheduled areas and tribes in Schedule V ____________________.

  1. may be altered by the Governor

  2. may be altered by Parliament by amendment requiring two-thirds majority

  3. cannot be altered

  4. may be altered by Parliament by ordinary legislation
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Option D is the correct answer. The Fifth Schedule of the Constitution deals with the administration and control of Scheduled Areas as well as of Scheduled Tribes in States other than Assam, Meghalaya and Tripura. These provisions of the Constitution relating to the administration of the Scheduled Areas and Tribes may be altered by Parliament or by ordinary legislation.

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Which article of the Indian Constitution has the provisions regarding the Scheduled Castes Commission?

  1. Article 90

  2. Article 338

  3. Article 386

  4. Article 330
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Article 338 of the Indian Constitution has the provision regarding the scheduled caste commission. The silent features of this article are:-

1. There shall be a special officer for the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe to be appointed by the President.
2. It shall be the duty of the special officer to investigate all matters relating to the safeguard provided for the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe.
3. It shall be the duty of the special officer to report to the President upon the working of the safeguard of the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe at such intervals as directed by the President.

Multiple choice political science rights of a child and human rights administrative reforms role of media in democracy the media in democracy

The National Human Rights Commission in India is _____.

  1. A constitutional body

  2. A legal body

  3. Created by the resolution passed by the cabinet

  4. An extra-constitutional body
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The National Human Rights Commission in India derives its power from The Protection of Human Rights Act (TPHRA). Its composition enjoys a robust legal fortitude, with a panel that features former judges of the Supreme Court, High Court, and people experienced in human rights policy and execution. It is presided by a retired Chief Justice of India, and Chairpersons of national commissions of key human rights concerns - Minorities, India's Scheduled Classes and Tribes, and Women.

As a body to oversee policy, the NHRC can review and make recommendations in Constitutional and legal safeguards. It can also review international treaties and events that may compromise human rights. 

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Which schedule of the constitution deals with the administration of the tribal areas in the Four north eastern state.

  1. First

  2. Second

  3. Fifth

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

The sixth schedule of the Indian constitution deals with the administration of tribal areas in the four northeastern states of Assam, meghalaya. Tripura and mizoram.

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Under which article of the Constitution the government is supposed to ensure safety laws are implemented and Right to Life guaranteed is not violated?

  1. Article 20

  2. Article 21

  3. Article 22

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

Protection Of Life And Personal Liberty: No person shall be deprived of his life or personal liberty except according to procedure established by law. Article 21 Of The Constitution Of India.