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.
11. The Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution deals with the administration and control of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes in the four states of :
[A] Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura and Nagaland
[B] Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram
[C] Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland
[D] Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram and Nagaland
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Correct Answer: B [Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram]
Notes:
The 5th Schedule of the Constitution deals with the administration and control of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes in any state, except in the 4 states of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram which has been dealt separately in 6th Schedule of the Indian Constitution.
12. Which Fundamental Right in the Indian Constitution allows citizens to move the court if they believe that any of their Fundamental Rights have been violated by the State?
[A] Cultural and Educational Rights
[B] Right against Exploitation
[C] Right to freedom of Religion
[D] Right to Constitutional Remedies
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Correct Answer: D [Right to Constitutional Remedies]
Notes:
Constitutional remedies means approaching the Supreme court or high court in case if fundamental rights are violated. Right to constitutional remedies is the means through which this is to be achieved.
13. For how much time Rajya Sabha can delay the Money Bill passed by the Lok Sabha?
[A] 9 days
[B] 14 days
[C] 15 days
[D] 30 days
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Correct Answer: B [14 days]
Notes:
The Rajya Sabha may not amend money bills but can recommend amendments. A money bill must be returned to the Lok Sabha within 14 days, or the bill is deemed to have passed both houses in the form it was originally passed by the LokSabha.
14. Governor of which State has been entrusted with the special powers for the administration of tribal areas?
[A] Bihar
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Assam
[D] Arunachal Pradesh
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Correct Answer: C [Assam]
Notes:
The Constitution of India makes special provisions for the administration of the tribal dominated areas in four states viz. Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram.
15. In which of the following parts of the constitution of India the Freedom of the Press is stated?
[A] is specifically provided in Article 19 (1)(a) of the Constitution
[B] is implied in the wider freedom of expression guaranteed by Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution
[C] is guaranteed under the provisions of Article 361 A of the Constitution
[D] emanates from the operation of the Rule of Law In the country
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Correct Answer: B [is implied in the wider freedom of expression guaranteed by Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution]
Notes:
The constitution of India does not specifically mention the freedom of press. The Preamble of the Indian Constitution ensures to all its citizens the liberty of expression. Freedom of the press has been included as part of freedom of speech and expression under the Article 19 of the UDHR. The Indian Constitution, while not mentioning the word “press”, provides for “the right to freedom of speech and expression” (Article 19(1) a).
16. Which of the following are fundamental to the governance of the country according to Indian Constitution?
[A] Fundamental Duties
[B] Fundamental Rights
[C] Directive Principles of State Policy
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Directive Principles of State Policy]
Notes:
The article 37 of the Constitution of India says that the Directive Principles are not enforceable in any courts of law in India, but are fundamental in the governance of the country.
17. In which case the Supreme Court ruled that the Parliament cannot amend the basic features of the Constitution of India?
[A] Minerva Mills Case
[B] Golaknath Case
[C] Keshvananda Bharti Case
[D] LIC of India Case
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Correct Answer: C [Keshvananda Bharti Case]
Notes:
Article 368 deals with the powers of Parliament to amend the Constitution and its procedure. In the Kesavananda Bharati
case (1973) the Supreme Court ruled that the Parliament cannot amend those provisions which form the ‘basic structure’ of the Constitution.
18. In which year was the Railway Budget separated from the General Budget?
[A] 1921
[B] 1922
[C] 1923
[D] 1924
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Correct Answer: D [1924]
Notes:
The Government separated the Railway Budget from the General Budget in 1924. It was done on the recommendations of the Acworth Committee Report constituted in 1921. The aim was to introduce flexibility in railway finance.
19. Which of the following statements are correct with respect to National Emergency?
1. President can declare a national emergency even before the actual occurrence of war or external aggression or armed rebellion
2. President can also issue different proclamations whether or not there is a proclamation already issued by him and such proclamation is in operation
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 & 2
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Correct Answer: C [Both 1 & 2]
Notes:
The president of India can declare a national emergency even before the actual occurrence of war or external aggression or armed rebellion, if he is satisfied that there is an imminent danger. According to the 38th Amendment Act of 1975 President can also issue different proclamations on grounds of war, external aggression, armed rebellion, or imminent danger thereof, whether or not there is a proclamation already issued by him and such proclamation is in operation.
20. Which of the following statements are correct with respect to state legislature?
1. A minister cannot participate in the proceedings of a House, of which he is not a member.
2. A minister, who is not a member of either House, can participate in the proceedings of both the Houses.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 & 2
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Correct Answer: B [Only 2]
Notes:
Statement 1 is wrong as a minister can participate in the proceedings of a House, of which he is not a member however he is not entitled to vote. Also a minister, who is not a member of either House, can participate in the proceedings of both the Houses of state legislature.
