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. These questions are part of GKToday’s 35000+ MCQs Bank Course in GKToday Android App
11. Who described India as a “quasi federal state”?
[A] Lord Bryee
[B] K.C. Wheare
[C] Harold Laski
[D] G. Austin
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Correct Answer: B [ K.C. Wheare ]
Notes:
The federal system in the constitution was adopted due to two main reasons: the large size of the country and its socio-cultural diversity. K.C. Wheare described India as a quasi-federal state.
12. Which of the following right is available to both foreigners and Indians?
[A] Right against discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste ,sex or place of birth
[B] Right to equality of opportunity in matter of public employment
[C] Protection of life and personal property
[D] Protection of language , script and cluster of minorities
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Correct Answer: C [Protection of life and personal property]
Notes:
Not all the Fundamental Rights are available to foreigners in India. Right to life and personal property covered in Article 21 of the Constitution of India is available both to foreigners and Indians.
13. Which of the following Articles in Part III of the Constitution are related to Right to freedom of Religion?
[A] Article 16 to 19
[B] Article 19 to 22
[C] Article 23 & 24
[D] Article 25 to 28
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Correct Answer: D [Article 25 to 28]
Notes:
The Right to Freedom of Religion is enshrined in Constitution from Article 25 to 28. No person can be compelled to practice any religion. Freedom of conscience and free profession, practice and propagation of religion is ensured by the Constitution of India.
14. What makes Directive Principles of State Policy different from Fundamental Rights?
[A] Directive Principles are not enforceable whereas Fundamental Rights can be enforced
[B] Former is for the Union and later is for state government
[C] Former is part of the Constitution whereas later is not
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Directive Principles are not enforceable whereas Fundamental Rights can be enforced]
Notes:
Directive Principles of State Policy are non-justiciable in nature whereas Fundamental Rights are enforceable under Article 32 and Article 226 of the Constitution of India. Both form a part of Constitution of India.
15. How many days of prior notice is required for the impeachment of the President of India?
[A] 7 days
[B] 14 days
[C] 25 days
[D] 30 days
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Correct Answer: B [14 days]
Notes:
The impeachment charges against the President of Inida can be initiated by either House of Parliament. These charges should be signed by one-fourth members of the House, and a 14 days’ notice should be given to the President.
16. Which Constitutional Amendment made it obligatory for the President to give his assent to a constitutional amendment bill?
[A] 23rd
[B] 24th
[C] 25th
[D] 26th
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Correct Answer: B [24th]
Notes:
The President cannot exercise any veto power in case of a constitutional amendment bill. The 24th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1971 made it obligatory for the President to give his assent to a constitutional amendment bill.
17. How many electors are needed for nomination of a candidate for election to the office of Vice-President?
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Correct Answer: B [20]
Notes:
The nomination of a candidate for election to the office of Vice-President must be subscribed by at least 20 electors as proposers and 20 electors as seconders according to the Constitution of India.
18. Which of the following statements are incorrect regarding election to Lok Sabha?
[A] The electoral rolls are prepared under the direction and control of President
[B] The elections are on the basis of adult suffrage
[C] On the request of Election Commission the President is required to make available such staff as me be necessary for discharge of functions
[D] The Election Commission conducts the election
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Correct Answer: A [The electoral rolls are prepared under the direction and control of President]
Notes:
According to Article 326 the elections are held on the basis of adult suffrage. Article 324 deals with superintendence, direction and control of elections to be vested in the Election Commission. And electoral rolls are prepared under the direction of Election Commission not President.
19. What is the maximum period for which an M.P. can be absent in the House of people?
[A] Two months
[B] Six months
[C] Three months
[D] One year
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Correct Answer: A [Two months]
Notes:
According to Article 101(4) of the Constitution of India, “If for a period of sixty days a member of either House of Parliament is without the permission of the House absent from all meeting thereof, the House may declare his seat vacant”.
20. Which amendment made it compulsory for the president to give his assent to a Constitutional Amendment Bill?
[A] 24th Amendment, 1971
[B] 42nd Amendment, 1976
[C] 44th Amendment, 1978
[D] 69th Amendment, 1991
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Correct Answer: A [24th Amendment, 1971]
Notes:
The 24th amendment to the Constitution of India made it compulsory for the president of India to give his assent to a Constitutional Amendment Bill which is passed by both the houses of Parliament.
