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. According to the provisions of which article of the Indian Constitution, Parliament can create a new all India service, if a resolution is passed by Rajya Sabha?
[A] Article 315
[B] Article 312
[C] Article 320
[D] Article 345
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Correct Answer: B [Article 312]
Notes:
According to the provisions of article 312, the Parliament can create a new all India service, if resolution to that effect in national interest is passed by the council of states.
2. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with its amendment?
[A] Part XX
[B] Part VIII
[C] Part XIII
[D] Part XIX
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Correct Answer: A [Part XX]
Notes:
Part XX of the Constitution of India has only one article that is Article 368 that deals with the amendment of the Constitution.
3. In which year, Constitution of India was amended for the first time?
[A] 1950
[B] 1951
[C] 1952
[D] 1953
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Correct Answer: B [1951]
Notes:
The Constitution (First Amendment) Act, 1951, enacted in 1951, had made several changes to the provisions related to Fundamental Rights s to check abuse of freedom of speech and expression; validation of zamindari abolition laws etc. This amendment provided that right to equality does not bar the enactment of laws which provide “special consideration” for weaker sections of society.
4. Which among the following are considered essential for the realization of the highest good of India’s citizens?
[A] Fundamental rights
[B] Fundamental duities
[C] DPSP
[D] Preamble
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Correct Answer: A [Fundamental rights]
Notes:
Fundamental rights are called fundamental or basic because they are essential for the realisation of the highest good of the citizens.
5. What can be the maximum strength of Lok Sabha in India ?
[A] 545
[B] 550
[C] 552
[D] 555
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Correct Answer: C [552]
Notes:
The maximum strength of Lok Sabha is 552 members of which 530 are elected from states, 20 are elected from Union Territories and 2 were nominated by President from Anglo-Indian community before coming into effect of The Constitution (One Hundred and Fourth Amendment) Act, 2019. The provision of special representation of the Anglo-Indian community in the House of the People by nomination has not been extended further, so for 17th Lok Sabha, it is 552, however, may be 550 during 18th Lok Sabha.
6. Which among the following schedules is related to the responsibilities of Municipalities?
[A] 9th
[B] 10th
[C] 11th
[D] 12th
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Correct Answer: D [12th]
Notes:
Twelfth Schedule was added by 74th amendment and enlists the subjects under Municipalities or urban local government.
7. The fundamental duties were incorporated in the Indian Constitution in which year ?
[A] 1970
[B] 1972
[C] 1975
[D] 1976
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Correct Answer: D [1976]
Notes:
Fundamental Duties of citizens were added to the Indian Constitution in 1976 by the 42nd Amendment. The 42nd Amendment was based on recommendations from the Swaran Singh Committee. The Committee was set up in 1976 to recommend changes to the Constitution. The Fundamental Duties are listed in Article 51 ‘A’, which is in Part IV A of the Constitution. There are 11 fundamental duties listed in the Constitution. The 86th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2002 added the 11th fundamental duty, which is to provide educational opportunities for children between the ages of six and fourteen.
8. In which type of the question in parliament, a written answer is desired?
[A] Starred question
[B] Unstarred question
[C] Short notice
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Unstarred question]
Notes:- A starred question is distinguished by an asterisk and needs an oral answer. Since the answer is oral, supplementary questions might follow a starred question.
- An un-starred question requires written answer. Since the answer is given in written, there cannot be supplementary questions that follow an un-stared question
A question relating to a matter of public importance of an urgent character asked with notice shorter than ten days is called a “Short Notice Question” Short Notice questions are generally answered orally
9. The writ of mandamus is available for the purpose of which of the following?
- Enforcement of Fundamental Rights
- Compelling a court or Judicial tribunal to exercise its jurisdiction when it has refuse to exercise it
- Directing a public official or the Government not to enforce a law which is unconstitutional
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
Mandamus means “we order”. This writ is applicable in all of the given statements in this question.
10. If strength of a house is 520 , 20 members are abstaining and a bill is voted in favor by 251 members, this will be an example of ___?
[A] Bill passed by simple majority
[B] Bill passed by effective majority
[C] Bill passed by absolute majority
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Bill passed by simple majority]
Notes:
Simple majority refers to a majority of the members present and voting in each House of Parliament. If strength of a house is 520, 20 members are abstaining and a bill is voted in favor by 251 members, this will be an example of bill passed by simple majority.
