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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 article of the Constitution was amended by the Ninth Amendment?

  1. Article 14

  2. Article 15

  3. Article 16

  4. Article 17
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Ninth Amendment amended Article 15 of the Constitution, which deals with the prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth.

Multiple choice

Which landmark case in Indian jurisprudence was decided based on the provisions of the Ninth Amendment?

  1. Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala

  2. Golaknath v. State of Punjab

  3. R.C. Cooper v. Union of India

  4. Madras Gymkhana Club v. Commissioner of Income Tax
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The landmark case of Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala (1973) was decided based on the provisions of the Ninth Amendment. The Supreme Court held that the Ninth Amendment was a part of the basic structure of the Constitution and could not be amended.

Multiple choice

Which article of the Constitution deals with the protection of cultural and educational rights of minorities?

  1. Article 29

  2. Article 30

  3. Article 31

  4. Article 32
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Article 30 of the Constitution deals with the protection of cultural and educational rights of minorities.

Multiple choice

What is the significance of the Ninth Amendment in the context of affirmative action policies in India?

  1. It provides a constitutional basis for affirmative action policies aimed at promoting social justice.

  2. It prohibits the State from discriminating against any citizen on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth.

  3. It ensures equal opportunities for all citizens in education and employment.

  4. It promotes social harmony and national integration.
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Ninth Amendment provides a constitutional basis for affirmative action policies aimed at promoting social justice and ensuring the welfare of marginalized communities.

Multiple choice

Which article of the Constitution deals with the abolition of untouchability?

  1. Article 14

  2. Article 15

  3. Article 16

  4. Article 17
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Article 17 of the Constitution deals with the abolition of untouchability.

Multiple choice

Which landmark case in Indian jurisprudence dealt with the issue of the basic structure of the Constitution?

  1. Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala

  2. Golaknath v. State of Punjab

  3. R.C. Cooper v. Union of India

  4. Madras Gymkhana Club v. Commissioner of Income Tax
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The landmark case of Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala (1973) dealt with the issue of the basic structure of the Constitution.

Multiple choice

Which article of the Indian Constitution recognizes 22 languages as official languages?

  1. Article 343

  2. Article 344

  3. Article 345

  4. Article 346
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Article 344 of the Indian Constitution recognizes 22 languages as official languages of the Union.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional provision guarantees the rights of tribal communities to their traditional lands and resources?

  1. Article 14

  2. Article 15

  3. Article 19

  4. Article 244
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Article 244 of the Indian Constitution guarantees the rights of tribal communities to their traditional lands and resources. It empowers the government to make special provisions for the administration and control of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes.

Multiple choice

What is the significance of the Fifth Schedule of the Indian Constitution in relation to tribal land rights?

  1. It provides for the establishment of Tribal Councils.

  2. It defines the powers and functions of Gram Sabhas.

  3. It lists the Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes.

  4. It outlines the procedures for land acquisition in tribal areas.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Fifth Schedule of the Indian Constitution lists the Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes. These areas and tribes are entitled to special protection and safeguards under the Constitution.

Multiple choice

What is the constitutional status of the caste system in India?

  1. It is abolished

  2. It is recognized

  3. It is partially abolished

  4. It is not mentioned
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The caste system is abolished under the Constitution of India. Article 17 of the Constitution prohibits untouchability and Article 15 prohibits discrimination on the basis of caste.

Multiple choice

What is the primary source of customary law in India?

  1. The Constitution of India

  2. The Indian Penal Code

  3. The Hindu Marriage Act

  4. Local customs and traditions
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Customary law in India is derived from local customs and traditions that have been practiced for a long period of time and have gained the force of law.

Multiple choice

What was the main purpose of the Constituent Assembly?

  1. To draft a constitution for India

  2. To elect the first President of India

  3. To elect the first Prime Minister of India

  4. To elect the first Vice President of India
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The main purpose of the Constituent Assembly was to draft a constitution for India.

Multiple choice

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the official language of the Union?

  1. Article 343

  2. Article 344

  3. Article 345

  4. Article 346
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Article 343 of the Indian Constitution specifies that the official language of the Union shall be Hindi in Devanagari script.

Multiple choice

What is the significance of the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution in relation to language policy?

  1. It lists the official languages of India.

  2. It recognizes regional languages.

  3. It specifies the language of instruction in schools.

  4. It promotes the study of classical languages.
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution recognizes 22 languages as regional languages, granting them official status and protection.

Multiple choice

Which article of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex?

  1. Article 14

  2. Article 15

  3. Article 16

  4. Article 17
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Article 15 of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination on the grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth, or any of them.