1. Who is considered the architect of the Indian Constitution?
Jawaharlal Nehru
B. Sardar Patel
C. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
D. Mahatma Gandhi Answer: C. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Explanation: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Constituent Assembly and played a key role in drafting the Indian Constitution.
2. How many Fundamental Rights are guaranteed by the Indian Constitution?
5
B. 6
C. 7
D. 8 Answer: B. 6 Explanation: The Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution are Right to Equality, Right to Freedom, Right against Exploitation, Right to Freedom of Religion, Cultural and Educational Rights, and Right to Constitutional Remedies.
3. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP)?
Part III
B. Part IV
C. Part V
D. Part VI Answer: B. Part IV Explanation: Part IV (Articles 36 to 51) contains the Directive Principles of State Policy, which are non-justiciable guidelines for the state.
4. What is the minimum age to qualify for election as the President of India?
25 years
B. 30 years
C. 35 years
D. 40 years Answer: C. 35 years Explanation: According to Article 58, the minimum age for the President is 35 years.
5. The idea of “Single Citizenship” in India is borrowed from which country?
USA
B. UK
C. Canada
D. Australia Answer: B. UK Explanation: India adopted the concept of Single Citizenship from the United Kingdom, meaning all Indians are citizens of India regardless of the state or territory they belong to.
6. The Panchayati Raj system was first introduced in which state?
Rajasthan
B. Gujarat
C. Uttar Pradesh
D. Maharashtra Answer: A. Rajasthan Explanation: The Panchayati Raj system was first implemented in Nagaur, Rajasthan, on October 2, 1959.
7. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the abolition of untouchability?
Article 14
B. Article 17
C. Article 19
D. Article 21 Answer: B. Article 17 Explanation: Article 17 abolishes “untouchability” and forbids its practice in any form.
8. Who appoints the Chief Justice of India?
President
B. Prime Minister
C. Parliament
D. Governor Answer: A. President Explanation: The Chief Justice of India is appointed by the President, following a tradition of seniority.
9. Which schedule of the Indian Constitution deals with the division of powers between the Union and the States?
Sixth Schedule
B. Seventh Schedule
C. Eighth Schedule
D. Ninth Schedule Answer: B. Seventh Schedule Explanation: The Seventh Schedule contains three lists: Union List, State List, and Concurrent List.
10. How many members can the President nominate to the Rajya Sabha?
10
B. 12
C. 14
D. 15 Answer: B. 12 Explanation: The President can nominate 12 members to the Rajya Sabha for their expertise in literature, science, art, and social service.
11. What is the term of the Lok Sabha?
4 years
B. 5 years
C. 6 years
D. 7 years Answer: B. 5 years Explanation: The Lok Sabha has a term of 5 years unless dissolved earlier.
12. The concept of Judicial Review in India is derived from which country?
UK
B. USA
C. Canada
D. Australia Answer: B. USA Explanation: The concept of Judicial Review in India is based on the U.S. Constitution.
13. Which Article of the Constitution provides for the impeachment of the President?
Article 52
B. Article 56
C. Article 61
D. Article 72 Answer: C. Article 61 Explanation: Article 61 deals with the procedure for the impeachment of the President.
14. The Right to Education Act provides free and compulsory education to children of what age group?
3-14 years
B. 6-14 years
C. 6-18 years
D. 7-15 years Answer: B. 6-14 years Explanation: Article 21A provides free and compulsory education to children aged 6 to 14.
15. Which Constitutional Amendment made “Right to Education” a Fundamental Right?
86th Amendment
B. 42nd Amendment
C. 44th Amendment
D. 73rd Amendment Answer: A. 86th Amendment Explanation: The 86th Amendment Act of 2002 inserted Article 21A into the Constitution.
16. Which body conducts elections in India?
Parliament
B. Election Commission
C. Supreme Court
D. Comptroller and Auditor General Answer: B. Election Commission Explanation: The Election Commission of India is responsible for conducting free and fair elections.
17. What is the maximum strength of the Lok Sabha?
500
B. 512
C. 545
D. 552 Answer: D. 552 Explanation: The maximum strength of the Lok Sabha is 552, including up to 530 representatives from states, 20 from Union Territories, and 2 nominated by the President.
18. The concept of “Public Interest Litigation” (PIL) originated in which country?
UK
B. USA
C. India
D. Canada Answer: B. USA Explanation: PIL originated in the USA and was adopted by India to provide justice to marginalized sections.
19. Which part of the Indian Constitution is referred to as the “Magna Carta”?
Part III
B. Part IV
C. Part V
D. Part VI Answer: A. Part III Explanation: Part III, which contains the Fundamental Rights, is often called the “Magna Carta” of India.
20. The “Right to Property” is now classified as a?
Fundamental Right
B. Legal Right
C. Directive Principle
D. None of the above Answer: B. Legal Right Explanation: The 44th Amendment Act of 1978 changed the Right to Property from a Fundamental Right to a Legal Right.
21. How many types of emergencies are provided in the Indian Constitution?
One
B. Two
C. Three
D. Four Answer: C. Three Explanation: The three types of emergencies are National Emergency, State Emergency, and Financial Emergency.
22. The Anti-Defection Law is contained in which Schedule of the Constitution?
Tenth Schedule
B. Ninth Schedule
C. Eighth Schedule
D. Seventh Schedule Answer: A. Tenth Schedule Explanation: The Tenth Schedule, added by the 52nd Amendment, deals with the Anti-Defection Law.
23. The concept of “Fundamental Duties” was added by which Constitutional Amendment?
42nd Amendment
B. 44th Amendment
C. 86th Amendment
D. 73rd Amendment Answer: A. 42nd Amendment Explanation: The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 added Fundamental Duties under Article 51A.
24. Who is the custodian of the Indian Constitution?
President
B. Parliament
C. Supreme Court
D. Prime Minister Answer: C. Supreme Court Explanation: The Supreme Court of India is the custodian and interpreter of the Constitution.
25. Which Article of the Constitution empowers the Parliament to amend the Constitution?
Article 356
B. Article 368
C. Article 352
D. Article 370 Answer: B. Article 368 Explanation: Article 368 provides the procedure for amending the Constitution.
