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. Which of the following countries has an ‘unwritten’ constitution?
[A] Britain
[B] USA
[C] China
[D] Russia
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Correct Answer: A [Britain]
Notes:
Britain is unusual in that it has an ‘unwritten’ constitution: unlike the great majority of countries there is no single legal document which sets out in one place the fundamental laws outlining how the state works. Britain’s lack of a ‘written’ constitution can be explained by its history.
12. How many Fundamental Duties are mentioned in Indian constitution?
[A] 5
[B] 7
[C] 9
[D] 11
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Correct Answer: D [11]
Notes:
As of now, there are 11 Fundamental duties. Originally, the Constitution of India did not contain these duties. Fundamental duties were added by 42nd and 86th Constitutional Amendment acts.
13. Fundamental duties are mentioned in which of the following parts of Indian Constitution?
[A] Part IV A
[B] Part III
[C] Part II
[D] Part V
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Correct Answer: A [Part IV A]
Notes:
The Fundamental Duties are defined as the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India. These duties set out in Part IV–A of the Constitution, concern individuals and the nation.
14. Which of the following is the minimum age required for a candidate to become a member of Lok Sabha?
[A] 21 years
[B] 25 years
[C] 30 years
[D] 35 years
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Correct Answer: B [25 years]
Notes:
Eligibility criteria for Lok Sabha election:
According to Article 84 of the Indian constitution, to become a member of Lok Sabha, a candidate should have the following eligibility criteria:
1. The candidate should be a citizen of India
2. The candidate should have at least 25 years of age
3. The candidate should not hold an office of profit under the Indian government or the government of any other state
4. The candidate should not be an unstable mind
5. The candidate should not disobey party discipline
15. Which act provided for right to vote to women?
[A] Indian Councils Act, 1909
[B] Government of India Act, 1919
[C] Government of India Act, 1935
[D] Indian Independence Act, 1947
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Correct Answer: B [ Government of India Act, 1919 ]
Notes:
The Government of India Act, 1919 provided for limited voting rights to women. Only women with certain income criteria could be enfranchised by provinces if they wish to do so. However, women were not allowed to contest elections.
16. Which of the following is not the recommendation of the Simon Commission?
[A] Abolition of dyarchy
[B] Extension of responsible government in the provinces
[C] Establishment of federation of British India and princely states
[D] Discontinuation of communal electorate
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Correct Answer: D [ Discontinuation of communal electorate ]
Notes:
In November 1927, the British government announced the appointment of a seven-member statutory commission under the chairmanship of Sir John Simon to report on the condition of India under its new constitution. The commission did not recommend for the discontinuation of communal electorate.
17. In which year Sikkim became a protectorate state of India?
[A] 1948
[B] 1950
[C] 1947
[D] 1949
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Correct Answer: C [ 1947 ]
Notes:
Sikkim was a princely state ruled by Chogyals till 1947. When the British Paramountcy lapsed in 1947 Sikkim became a protectorate of India. Accordingly government assumed the responsibility for the defense, external affairs and communications of Sikkim.
18. Which of the following is not a feature of the Directive Principles of State Policy?
[A] They are justiciable in nature
[B] They denote the ideals that State should keep in mind while formulating policies
[C] They resemble the ‘Instrument of Instructions’ enumerated in the Government of India Act of 1935
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: A [They are justiciable in nature]
Notes:
The Directive Principles of the State Policy are non-justiciable in nature, that is, they are not legally enforceable by the courts for their violation. Therefore, the government (Central, state and local) cannot be compelled to implement them.
19. Which of the following are the unitary features of the government of India?
1. Strong Centre
2. No Equality of State Representation
3. Emergency Provisions
4. All-India Services
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 1 & 3
[C] Only 1, 2 & 3
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: D [All of the above]
Notes:
The Indian Constitution possesses the following unitary or non-federal features: 1. Strong Centre, 2. States are not indestructible, 3. Single Constitution, 4. Flexibility of the Constitution, 5. There is no equality of state representation, 6. Emergency Provisions, 7. Single citizenship, 8. Integrated judiciary, 9. All-India Services, 10. Integrated audit machinery, 11. Parliament has authority over State List, 12. Appointment of Governor, 13. Integrated election machinery, 14. Veto over State Bills.
20. 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.
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