Indian Polity & Constitution MCQs
Indian Polity & Constitution Objective / Multiple Choice (MCQs) Questions for Preparation of SSC-CGL, UPSC Civil Services, NDA, CDS, Railways and State Level Public Services Examinations.
1. What is the maximum gap / interval between two sessions of parliament?
[A] 30 days
[B] 50 days
[C] 6 months
[D] 12 months
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Correct Answer: C [6 months]
Notes:
From time to time, the sessions of the parliament are called upon by president. According to constitution, the maximum gap between two sessions cannot be more than six months. Thus, in each year, there must be two sessions of parliament. However, there are usually three sessions viz. Budget session (between February to May), Monsoon Session (between July to September) and Winter Session (Between November to December).
2. Which among the following was the strength of Lok Sabha after India’s first general elections?
[A] 289
[B] 389
[C] 489
[D] 500
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Correct Answer: C [489]
Notes:
At that time, max strength of Lok Sabha was 500 members and all elected members were 489.
3. Who among the following is responsible for devising the best ways to utilize available resources of States?
[A] National Development Council
[B] State Legislature
[C] Zonal councils
[D] Inter state council
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Correct Answer: C [Zonal councils]
Notes:
Zonal councils are statutory bodies established under the State’s Reorganisation Act 1956. They are only deliberative and advisory bodies. They are responsible for devising the best ways to utilize available resources of States.
4. Which of the following are called “scheduled areas” as per Indian constitution?
[A] Tribal inhabited areas located in North East India
[B] Tribal inhabited areas which are located in other parts of India other than North East India
[C] Tribal inhabited areas located all over India including NE states
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Tribal inhabited areas which are located in other parts of India other than North East India]
Notes:
Tribal inhabited areas which are located in other parts of India than North East India. Tribal areas of the Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram are separately dealt with provisions given in 5th schedule
5. In the Rajya Sabha the states have been provided representation on which of the following basis?
[A] Area
[B] Population
[C] Number of Lok Sabha Constituencies
[D] Number of Legislative Assemblies
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Correct Answer: B [Population]
Notes:
In Rajya Sabha, the Seats are allotted in degressive proportion to the population of each state or union territory. This implies that the smaller states have a slight advantage over more populous states.
6. The judiciary of Puducherry falls under the jurisdiction of which high court?
[A] Madras High Court
[B] Andhra Pradesh High Court
[C] Kerala High Court
[D] Karnataka High Court
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Correct Answer: A [Madras High Court]
Notes:
The judiciary of Puducherry falls under the jurisdiction of the Madras High Court. Puducherry, also known as Pondicherry, is a Union Territory of India situated on the south-eastern coast and it does not have its own High Court. The laws are enforced by the Madras High Court, which also handles any litigation or legal matter arising from this region.
7. By which amendment act 10th schedule was added in the Indian Constitution, giving special status to Sikkim?
[A] 35th Amendment Act
[B] 36th Amendment Act
[C] 37th Amendment Act
[D] 38th Amendment Act
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Correct Answer: A [35th Amendment Act]
Notes:
Constitution (35th) Amendment Act, 1974 terminated the protectorate status of Sikkim and conferred on it the status of an associate state of the Indian Union. The Tenth Schedule was added laying down the terms and conditions of association of Sikkim with the Indian Union.
8. The Central Vigilance Commission submits an annual report on its activities to:
[A] Home Ministry
[B] Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions
[C] Parliament
[D] President
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Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions]
Notes:
The Central Vigilance Commission submits an annual report on its activities to the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions.
9. Comptroller and Auditor General of India is appointed for how many years?
[A] 2
[B] 6
[C] 4
[D] 5
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Correct Answer: B [6]
Notes:
Comptroller and auditor general (CAG) of India is appointed at the pleasure of the president. In practical terms, it means that he is appointed by the present government. He serves for 6 years or till the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
10. Which of the following countries has the lengthiest Constitution in the world?
[A] America
[B] UK
[C] India
[D] France
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Correct Answer: C [India]
Notes:
India’s Constitution is a lengthy, elaborate and detailed document. Originally it consisted of 395 Articles arranged under 22 Parts and eight Schedules. Today, after many amendments, it has 447 Articles arranged under 26 Parts and 12 Schedules. It is indeed the lengthiest constitution in the world.
