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.
41. Which of the following is/are the session/sessions of our Parliament?
[A] Monsoon Session
[B] Winter Session
[C] Budget Session
[D] All of these
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Correct Answer: D [All of these]
Notes:
In India, the parliament conducts three sessions each year: Budget session: February to May; Monsoon session: July to September; Winter session: November to December. The Constitution empowers the president to summon each House at such intervals that there should not be more than a six-month gap between the two sessions. Hence the Parliament must meet at least twice a year.
42. Which article of Indian Constitution includes the procedure for the impeachment of the President ?
[A] Article-59
[B] Article-71
[C] Article-140
[D] Article-61
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Correct Answer: D [Article-61]
Notes:
Article 61 of Indian Constitution deals with the procedure for impeachment of the President. It states that when a President is to be impeached for violation of the Constitution, the charge shall be preferred by either House of Parliament. The charges are to be framed in the form of resolution, signed at least by 1/4thmembers of the total members of the House.
43. Who among the following declares National Emergency in India?
[A] President
[B] Prime Minister
[C] Central Council of Ministers
[D] Supreme Court of India
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Correct Answer: A [President]
Notes:
According to Article 352(1), the President can declare a national emergency when the security of India or a part of it is threatened by war or external aggression or armed rebellion. Article 352(3) adds that the President can proclaim a national emergency only after receiving a written recommendation from the cabinet.
44. According to Article 80 of Indian Constitution, Rajya Sabha can have a maximum strength of 250 members. Out of these 250 members how many are representatives of States and Union Territories?
[A] 230
[B] 236
[C] 238
[D] 242
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Correct Answer: C [238]
Notes:
According to Article 80 of Indian Constitution, the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) shall consist of twelve members to be nominated by the President in accordance with the provisions of clause and not more than two hundred and thirty eight representatives of the States and of the Union territories.
45. Comptroller and Auditor General of India is appointed by the
[A] Prime Minister
[B] President
[C] Finance Minister
[D] Lok Sabha
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Correct Answer: B [President]
Notes:
The Comptroller and Auditor-General of India is appointed by the President of India following a recommendation by the Prime Minister. On appointment, he/she has to make an oath or affirmation before the President of India.
46. Panchayati Raj system is based on the principle of__:
[A] Centralisation
[B] Decentralisation
[C] Both of these
[D] None of these
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Correct Answer: B [Decentralisation]
Notes:
Panchayati Raj is an important feature of Indian polity ensuring direct participation of common people (Article 243 G – 243 H) in decision making. Panchayati Raj system is based on the principle of Decentralisation.
47. According to Article 243 V of the Constitution of India, the minimum age requirement for becoming a member of a Municipalty is ___________.
[A] 24 years
[B] 28 years
[C] 32 years
[D] 21 years
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Correct Answer: D [21 years]
Notes:
According to article 243V (1)(a), Minimum age for election as a member of a Municipality is 21 years.
48. Under which Article of the Constitution can an individual move to the Supreme Court directly in case of any violation of Fundamental Rights ?
[A] Article 32
[B] Article 28
[C] Article 29
[D] Article 31
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Correct Answer: A [Article 32]
Notes:
Right to constitutional remedies under Article 32 of the Indian Constitution empowers the citizens to move a court of law in case of any denial of the fundamental rights. The courts can issue various kinds of writs such as habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto and certiorari.
49. Which of the following articles relates to ‘abolition of titles’?
[A] Article 51
[B] Article 50
[C] Article 18
[D] Article 32
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Correct Answer: C [Article 18]
Notes:
Article 18 under Part III of Indian constitution deals with the abolition of titles. It states that no title, not being a military or academic distinction, shall be conferred by the State. Besides, citizens of India cannot accept titles from a foreign State.
50. Anti-defection law was passed in which Constitutional Amendment Act?
[A] 41st Constitutional Amendment Act
[B] 46th Constitutional Amendment Act
[C] 48th Constitutional Amendment Act
[D] 52nd Constitutional Amendment Act
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Correct Answer: D [52nd Constitutional Amendment Act]
Notes:
The Tenth Schedule — popularly known as the Anti-Defection Act sets the provisions for disqualification of elected members on the grounds of defection to another political party. It was included in the Constitution via the 52nd Amendment Act, 1985.
