[1] Which one of the following statements is not correct?
A.
The President cannot pardon a person sentenced by a Court Martial.
B.
The supreme command of the defence forces of the Union vests in the President, but its exercise has to be regulated by law.
C.
A person awarded rigorous imprisonment cannot be compelled to do hard work as this would amount to violation of Article 23 of the Constitution of India.
D.
The Armed Forces Tribunal Act, 2007 excludes the powers of the High Courts under Article 226 of the Constitution of India in relation to service matters of persons in the armed forces.
Ans:
The President cannot pardon a person sentenced by a Court Martial.
Explanation :
Under Article 72 of the Indian Constitution the Indian President is empowered to grant pardon, he can reprieve, respite or remit the punishment in all cases where the punishment or sentence is by a court martial.
[2] The Council of Ministers has to resign if a no - confidence motion is passed by a majority of members of -
A.
Lok Sabha
B.
Rajya Sabha
C.
Both the Houses separately
D.
Both the House in joint sitting
Ans:
Lok Sabha
Explanation :
Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to Lok Sabha or lower house. Therefore if a no confidence motion is passed by majority of members of Lok Sabha, the ministry loses the confidence of the Lok Sabha and must resign.
[3] State Governor is appointed by -
A.
Central cabinet
B.
Chief Justice of Supreme Court
C.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
President of India
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The Governor of a State is appointed by the President. According to Article 155 the Governor is appointed by president by warrant under his hand and seal.
[4] Fundamental Duties were incorporated in the Indian Constitution on the recommendation of –
A.
Santhanam Committee
B.
Swaran Singh Committee
C.
Shah Commission
D.
Administrative Reforms Commission
Ans:
Swaran Singh Committee
Explanation :
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[5] Which of the following is not true of Article 32 of the Indian Constitution?
A.
It gives the Supreme Court and the High Courts the power to issue writs for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights.
B.
It is included in Part III of the Indian Constitution and is therefore itself a Fundamental Right.
C.
Dr. Ambedkar called it the 'very soul of the Indian Constitution'.
D.
An aggrieved person has no right to complain under Article 32 where a Fundamental Right has not been violated.
Ans:
An aggrieved person has no right to complain under Article 32 where a Fundamental Right has not been violated.
Explanation :
Under Article 226, a High Court can issue these writs not only for the purpose of enforcement of the fundamental rights but also for the redress of any other injury or illegality, owing to contravention of the ordinary law.
[6] Which one of the following pairs of the Schedule in the Constitution of India and its Content is not correctly matched?
A.
Eighth Schedule : Languages
B.
Second Schedule : The forms of oaths and affirmations
C.
Fourth Schedule : Allocation of seats in the Council of States
D.
Tenth Schedule : Provisions as to disquialification on the ground of defection
Ans:
Second Schedule : The forms of oaths and affirmations
Explanation :
0
[7] Power of the Supreme Court of India to decide the dispute between centre and state falls under
A.
advisory jurisdiction
B.
original jurisdiction
C.
appellate jurisdiction
D.
constitutional jurisdiction
Ans:
original jurisdiction
Explanation :
Original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court (Article 131): Supreme court has power to decide disputes • between the Government of India and one or more States • between the Government of India and any State or States on one side and one or more other States on the other • between two or more States.
[8] Electoral disputes arising out of Presidential and Vice-Presidential Elections are settled by -
A.
Election Commission of India
B.
Joint Committee of Parliament
C.
Supreme Court of India
D.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Ans:
Supreme Court of India
Explanation :
All doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court whose decision shall be final [Article 71(a)].
[9] In India, the concept of single citizenship is adopted from –
A.
England
B.
U.S.A.
C.
Canada
D.
France
Ans:
England
Explanation :
The Indian Constitution borrowed such features as parliamentary form of government, introduction of Speaker and his role, the concept of single citizenship, the Rule of law, procedure of lawmaking, etc from England. The Indian citizenship and nationality law and the Constitution of India provide single citizenship for all of India.
[10] A federal structure for India was first put forward by the –
A.
Act of 1909
B.
Act of 1919
C.
Act of 1935
D.
Act of 1947
Ans:
Act of 1935
Explanation :
The Government of India Act 1935, the voluminous and final constitutional effort at governing British India, articulated three major goals: establishing a loose federal structure, achieving provincial autonomy, and safeguarding minority interests through separate electorates. The federal provisions, intended to unite princely states and British India at the centre, were not implemented because of ambiguities in safeguarding the existing privileges of princes. In February 1937, however, provincial autonomy became a reality when elections were held.
[11] The Drafting of the Constitution was completed on :
A.
26th January, 1950
B.
26th December, 1949
C.
26th November, 1949
D.
30th November, 1949
Ans:
26th November, 1949
Explanation :
A Draft Constitution was prepared by the committee and submitted to the Assembly on 4 November 1947. Draft constitution was debated and over 2000 amendments were moved over a period of two years. Finally on 26 November, 1949, the process was completed and Constituent assembly adopted the constitution. 284 members signed the document and the process of constitution making was complete.
[12] Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly?
A.
Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru
B.
Sardar Patel
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Ans:
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Explanation :
The first temporary 2-day president of the Constituent Assembly was Dr Sachidanand Sinha. Later, Rajendra Prasad was elected president of the Constituent Assembly.
[13] Public Order as an item in the Constitution figures in -
A.
the Union List
B.
the State List
C.
the Concurrent List
D.
the Residuary Powers
Ans:
the State List
Explanation :
Public order as an item in the constitution figures in the state list under seventh schedule of the constitution.
[14] Which among the following States has the highest number of seats in the Lok Sabha?
A.
Maharashtra
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Tamil Nadu
D.
West Bengal
Ans:
Maharashtra
Explanation :
Maharashtra has 48 seats among all these states.
[15] Who was the first Chairman of Indian Constitution's Drafting Committee?
A.
B L Mitter
B.
Madhav Rao
C.
Dr B R Ambedkar
D.
T T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr B R Ambedkar
Explanation :
The Government of India Act 1935 provided for dyarchy at the Centre. Under this act, the executive authority of the centre was vested in the Governor. It ended the system of dyarchy at the provincial level introduced by Government of India Act 1919.
[16] In which year the constituent assembly of India started functioning?
A.
1945
B.
1946
C.
1947
D.
1948
Ans:
1947
Explanation :
On 29 August, 1947, the Constituent Assembly set up a Drafting Committee under the Chairmanship of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar to prepare a Draft Constitution for India. The Constituent assembly adopted the constitution on 26 November 1949 once the process of drafting was completed.
[17] Where in the Indian Constitution has “economic justice” been provided as one of the objectives?
A.
Mental Rights
B.
Directive Principles
C.
Fundamental Rights
D.
Fundamental Rights and
Ans:
Directive Principles
Explanation :
The Directive Principles are an amalgam of diverse subjects embracing the life of the nation and include principles which are general statements of social policy, principles of administrative policy, socioeconomic rights and a statement of the international policy of the country. Articles 41-43A and Article 48 specifically target the working sections of the nation and provide for the betterment of the workers and their living conditions.
[18] Which one of the following is not enumerated as a right in the Constitution of India?
A.
Political and social right
B.
Educational right
C.
Economic right
D.
Right to religion
Ans:
Economic right
Explanation :
Political groups have demanded that the right to work, the right to economic assistance in case of unemployment, old age, and similar rights be enshrined as constitutional guarantees to address issues of poverty and economic insecurity, though these provisions have been enshrined in the Directive Principles of state policy.
[19] In which schedule of the Indian Constitution powers of panchayats are stated?
A.
8th schedule
B.
9th schedule
C.
1 0th schedule
D.
11th schedule
Ans:
11th schedule
Explanation :
The powers of panchayats are stated in the 11th schedule of the Indian Constitution. 8th schedule of constitution enlists 22 Indian recognized languages. 9th schedule was added by 1st amendment in 1957. It contains acts, orders related to land tenure, land tax, railways industry. 10th schedule was added by 52nd amendment in 1985, contains provisions of disqualification of grounds of defection.
[20] The Directive Principles of State Policy was adopted from the –
A.
British Constitution
B.
Swiss Constitution
C.
U.S. Constitution
D.
Irish Constitution
Ans:
Irish Constitution
Explanation :
The principles have been inspired by the Directive Principles given in the Constitution of Ireland and also by the principles of Gandhism; and relate to social justice, economic welfare, foreign policy, and legal and administrative matters. The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy.
[21] Which one of the following is the guardian of Fundamental Rights?
A.
Legislature
B.
Executive
C.
Political parties
D.
Judiciary
Ans:
Judiciary
Explanation :
Fundamental Rights are those rights and freedoms of the people of India, which enjoy constitutional recognition and guarantee. The Supreme Court of India and State High Courts have the power to enforce Fundamental Rights. Supreme Court is the guardian protector of fundamental rights. The right to move to the courts for securing the fundamental rights is a very valuable right of the people. Citizens can go to the Supreme Court or the high Courts for getting their fundamental rights enforced. It empowers the Courts to issue directions or orders or writs for this purpose.
[22] List of Fundamental Duties were added to the Indian Constitution as Part –
A.
Four
B.
Five
C.
Two
D.
Three
Ans:
Four
Explanation :
The Constitution (Forty-second Amendment) Act, 1976 added ten Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation in Part W of the Constitution. These duties, set out in Part IV-A of the Constitution (under a constitutional amendment) concern individuals and the nation Like the Directive Principles, they are not legally enforceable.
[23] Under which one of the following writs an official can be prevented from taking an action which he is officially not entitled?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Certiorari
D.
Habeas Corpus
Ans:
Mandamus
Explanation :
Mandamus is a judicial remedy which is in the form of an order from a superior court to any government subordinate court, corporation or public authority to do or forbear from doing some specific act which that body is obliged under law to do or refrain from doing, as the case may be, and which is in the nature of public duty and in certain cases of a statutory duty. It cannot be issued to compel an authority to do something against statutory provision. It may be a command to do an administrative action or not to take a particular action.
[24] Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
Britain
B.
Ireland
C.
USA
D.
Canada
Ans:
Ireland
Explanation :
The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Irish Constitution.
[25] In India the Supreme Command of the Armed Forces is, vested in the President. This means that in the exercise of this power -
A.
he/she cannot be regulated by law
B.
he/she shall be regulated by law
C.
during war, the President seeks advice only from the Chiefs of the Armed Forces
D.
during war the President can suspended the Fundamental Rights of citizens
Ans:
he/she shall be regulated by law
Explanation :
According to Article 53(2) of the Indian Constitution the supreme command of the Defence Forces of the Union shall be vested in the President and the exercise thereof shall be regulated by law.
Explanation :
Under Article 72 of the Indian Constitution the Indian President is empowered to grant pardon, he can reprieve, respite or remit the punishment in all cases where the punishment or sentence is by a court martial.
[2] The Council of Ministers has to resign if a no - confidence motion is passed by a majority of members of -
A.
Lok Sabha
B.
Rajya Sabha
C.
Both the Houses separately
D.
Both the House in joint sitting
Ans:
Lok Sabha
Explanation :
Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to Lok Sabha or lower house. Therefore if a no confidence motion is passed by majority of members of Lok Sabha, the ministry loses the confidence of the Lok Sabha and must resign.
[3] State Governor is appointed by -
A.
Central cabinet
B.
Chief Justice of Supreme Court
C.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
President of India
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The Governor of a State is appointed by the President. According to Article 155 the Governor is appointed by president by warrant under his hand and seal.
[4] Fundamental Duties were incorporated in the Indian Constitution on the recommendation of –
A.
Santhanam Committee
B.
Swaran Singh Committee
C.
Shah Commission
D.
Administrative Reforms Commission
Ans:
Swaran Singh Committee
Explanation :
0
[5] Which of the following is not true of Article 32 of the Indian Constitution?
A.
It gives the Supreme Court and the High Courts the power to issue writs for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights.
B.
It is included in Part III of the Indian Constitution and is therefore itself a Fundamental Right.
C.
Dr. Ambedkar called it the 'very soul of the Indian Constitution'.
D.
An aggrieved person has no right to complain under Article 32 where a Fundamental Right has not been violated.
Ans:
An aggrieved person has no right to complain under Article 32 where a Fundamental Right has not been violated.
Explanation :
Under Article 226, a High Court can issue these writs not only for the purpose of enforcement of the fundamental rights but also for the redress of any other injury or illegality, owing to contravention of the ordinary law.
[6] Which one of the following pairs of the Schedule in the Constitution of India and its Content is not correctly matched?
A.
Eighth Schedule : Languages
B.
Second Schedule : The forms of oaths and affirmations
C.
Fourth Schedule : Allocation of seats in the Council of States
D.
Tenth Schedule : Provisions as to disquialification on the ground of defection
Ans:
Second Schedule : The forms of oaths and affirmations
Explanation :
0
[7] Power of the Supreme Court of India to decide the dispute between centre and state falls under
A.
advisory jurisdiction
B.
original jurisdiction
C.
appellate jurisdiction
D.
constitutional jurisdiction
Ans:
original jurisdiction
Explanation :
Original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court (Article 131): Supreme court has power to decide disputes • between the Government of India and one or more States • between the Government of India and any State or States on one side and one or more other States on the other • between two or more States.
[8] Electoral disputes arising out of Presidential and Vice-Presidential Elections are settled by -
A.
Election Commission of India
B.
Joint Committee of Parliament
C.
Supreme Court of India
D.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Ans:
Supreme Court of India
Explanation :
All doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court whose decision shall be final [Article 71(a)].
[9] In India, the concept of single citizenship is adopted from –
A.
England
B.
U.S.A.
C.
Canada
D.
France
Ans:
England
Explanation :
The Indian Constitution borrowed such features as parliamentary form of government, introduction of Speaker and his role, the concept of single citizenship, the Rule of law, procedure of lawmaking, etc from England. The Indian citizenship and nationality law and the Constitution of India provide single citizenship for all of India.
[10] A federal structure for India was first put forward by the –
A.
Act of 1909
B.
Act of 1919
C.
Act of 1935
D.
Act of 1947
Ans:
Act of 1935
Explanation :
The Government of India Act 1935, the voluminous and final constitutional effort at governing British India, articulated three major goals: establishing a loose federal structure, achieving provincial autonomy, and safeguarding minority interests through separate electorates. The federal provisions, intended to unite princely states and British India at the centre, were not implemented because of ambiguities in safeguarding the existing privileges of princes. In February 1937, however, provincial autonomy became a reality when elections were held.
[11] The Drafting of the Constitution was completed on :
A.
26th January, 1950
B.
26th December, 1949
C.
26th November, 1949
D.
30th November, 1949
Ans:
26th November, 1949
Explanation :
A Draft Constitution was prepared by the committee and submitted to the Assembly on 4 November 1947. Draft constitution was debated and over 2000 amendments were moved over a period of two years. Finally on 26 November, 1949, the process was completed and Constituent assembly adopted the constitution. 284 members signed the document and the process of constitution making was complete.
[12] Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly?
A.
Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru
B.
Sardar Patel
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Ans:
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Explanation :
The first temporary 2-day president of the Constituent Assembly was Dr Sachidanand Sinha. Later, Rajendra Prasad was elected president of the Constituent Assembly.
[13] Public Order as an item in the Constitution figures in -
A.
the Union List
B.
the State List
C.
the Concurrent List
D.
the Residuary Powers
Ans:
the State List
Explanation :
Public order as an item in the constitution figures in the state list under seventh schedule of the constitution.
[14] Which among the following States has the highest number of seats in the Lok Sabha?
A.
Maharashtra
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Tamil Nadu
D.
West Bengal
Ans:
Maharashtra
Explanation :
Maharashtra has 48 seats among all these states.
[15] Who was the first Chairman of Indian Constitution's Drafting Committee?
A.
B L Mitter
B.
Madhav Rao
C.
Dr B R Ambedkar
D.
T T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr B R Ambedkar
Explanation :
The Government of India Act 1935 provided for dyarchy at the Centre. Under this act, the executive authority of the centre was vested in the Governor. It ended the system of dyarchy at the provincial level introduced by Government of India Act 1919.
[16] In which year the constituent assembly of India started functioning?
A.
1945
B.
1946
C.
1947
D.
1948
Ans:
1947
Explanation :
On 29 August, 1947, the Constituent Assembly set up a Drafting Committee under the Chairmanship of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar to prepare a Draft Constitution for India. The Constituent assembly adopted the constitution on 26 November 1949 once the process of drafting was completed.
[17] Where in the Indian Constitution has “economic justice” been provided as one of the objectives?
A.
Mental Rights
B.
Directive Principles
C.
Fundamental Rights
D.
Fundamental Rights and
Ans:
Directive Principles
Explanation :
The Directive Principles are an amalgam of diverse subjects embracing the life of the nation and include principles which are general statements of social policy, principles of administrative policy, socioeconomic rights and a statement of the international policy of the country. Articles 41-43A and Article 48 specifically target the working sections of the nation and provide for the betterment of the workers and their living conditions.
[18] Which one of the following is not enumerated as a right in the Constitution of India?
A.
Political and social right
B.
Educational right
C.
Economic right
D.
Right to religion
Ans:
Economic right
Explanation :
Political groups have demanded that the right to work, the right to economic assistance in case of unemployment, old age, and similar rights be enshrined as constitutional guarantees to address issues of poverty and economic insecurity, though these provisions have been enshrined in the Directive Principles of state policy.
[19] In which schedule of the Indian Constitution powers of panchayats are stated?
A.
8th schedule
B.
9th schedule
C.
1 0th schedule
D.
11th schedule
Ans:
11th schedule
Explanation :
The powers of panchayats are stated in the 11th schedule of the Indian Constitution. 8th schedule of constitution enlists 22 Indian recognized languages. 9th schedule was added by 1st amendment in 1957. It contains acts, orders related to land tenure, land tax, railways industry. 10th schedule was added by 52nd amendment in 1985, contains provisions of disqualification of grounds of defection.
[20] The Directive Principles of State Policy was adopted from the –
A.
British Constitution
B.
Swiss Constitution
C.
U.S. Constitution
D.
Irish Constitution
Ans:
Irish Constitution
Explanation :
The principles have been inspired by the Directive Principles given in the Constitution of Ireland and also by the principles of Gandhism; and relate to social justice, economic welfare, foreign policy, and legal and administrative matters. The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy.
[21] Which one of the following is the guardian of Fundamental Rights?
A.
Legislature
B.
Executive
C.
Political parties
D.
Judiciary
Ans:
Judiciary
Explanation :
Fundamental Rights are those rights and freedoms of the people of India, which enjoy constitutional recognition and guarantee. The Supreme Court of India and State High Courts have the power to enforce Fundamental Rights. Supreme Court is the guardian protector of fundamental rights. The right to move to the courts for securing the fundamental rights is a very valuable right of the people. Citizens can go to the Supreme Court or the high Courts for getting their fundamental rights enforced. It empowers the Courts to issue directions or orders or writs for this purpose.
[22] List of Fundamental Duties were added to the Indian Constitution as Part –
A.
Four
B.
Five
C.
Two
D.
Three
Ans:
Four
Explanation :
The Constitution (Forty-second Amendment) Act, 1976 added ten Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation in Part W of the Constitution. These duties, set out in Part IV-A of the Constitution (under a constitutional amendment) concern individuals and the nation Like the Directive Principles, they are not legally enforceable.
[23] Under which one of the following writs an official can be prevented from taking an action which he is officially not entitled?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Certiorari
D.
Habeas Corpus
Ans:
Mandamus
Explanation :
Mandamus is a judicial remedy which is in the form of an order from a superior court to any government subordinate court, corporation or public authority to do or forbear from doing some specific act which that body is obliged under law to do or refrain from doing, as the case may be, and which is in the nature of public duty and in certain cases of a statutory duty. It cannot be issued to compel an authority to do something against statutory provision. It may be a command to do an administrative action or not to take a particular action.
[24] Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
Britain
B.
Ireland
C.
USA
D.
Canada
Ans:
Ireland
Explanation :
The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Irish Constitution.
[25] In India the Supreme Command of the Armed Forces is, vested in the President. This means that in the exercise of this power -
A.
he/she cannot be regulated by law
B.
he/she shall be regulated by law
C.
during war, the President seeks advice only from the Chiefs of the Armed Forces
D.
during war the President can suspended the Fundamental Rights of citizens
Ans:
he/she shall be regulated by law
Explanation :
According to Article 53(2) of the Indian Constitution the supreme command of the Defence Forces of the Union shall be vested in the President and the exercise thereof shall be regulated by law.
Explanation :
The Governor of a State is appointed by the President. According to Article 155 the Governor is appointed by president by warrant under his hand and seal.
[4] Fundamental Duties were incorporated in the Indian Constitution on the recommendation of –
A.
Santhanam Committee
B.
Swaran Singh Committee
C.
Shah Commission
D.
Administrative Reforms Commission
Ans:
Swaran Singh Committee
Explanation :
0
[5] Which of the following is not true of Article 32 of the Indian Constitution?
A.
It gives the Supreme Court and the High Courts the power to issue writs for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights.
B.
It is included in Part III of the Indian Constitution and is therefore itself a Fundamental Right.
C.
Dr. Ambedkar called it the 'very soul of the Indian Constitution'.
D.
An aggrieved person has no right to complain under Article 32 where a Fundamental Right has not been violated.
Ans:
An aggrieved person has no right to complain under Article 32 where a Fundamental Right has not been violated.
Explanation :
Under Article 226, a High Court can issue these writs not only for the purpose of enforcement of the fundamental rights but also for the redress of any other injury or illegality, owing to contravention of the ordinary law.
[6] Which one of the following pairs of the Schedule in the Constitution of India and its Content is not correctly matched?
A.
Eighth Schedule : Languages
B.
Second Schedule : The forms of oaths and affirmations
C.
Fourth Schedule : Allocation of seats in the Council of States
D.
Tenth Schedule : Provisions as to disquialification on the ground of defection
Ans:
Second Schedule : The forms of oaths and affirmations
Explanation :
0
[7] Power of the Supreme Court of India to decide the dispute between centre and state falls under
A.
advisory jurisdiction
B.
original jurisdiction
C.
appellate jurisdiction
D.
constitutional jurisdiction
Ans:
original jurisdiction
Explanation :
Original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court (Article 131): Supreme court has power to decide disputes • between the Government of India and one or more States • between the Government of India and any State or States on one side and one or more other States on the other • between two or more States.
[8] Electoral disputes arising out of Presidential and Vice-Presidential Elections are settled by -
A.
Election Commission of India
B.
Joint Committee of Parliament
C.
Supreme Court of India
D.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Ans:
Supreme Court of India
Explanation :
All doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court whose decision shall be final [Article 71(a)].
[9] In India, the concept of single citizenship is adopted from –
A.
England
B.
U.S.A.
C.
Canada
D.
France
Ans:
England
Explanation :
The Indian Constitution borrowed such features as parliamentary form of government, introduction of Speaker and his role, the concept of single citizenship, the Rule of law, procedure of lawmaking, etc from England. The Indian citizenship and nationality law and the Constitution of India provide single citizenship for all of India.
[10] A federal structure for India was first put forward by the –
A.
Act of 1909
B.
Act of 1919
C.
Act of 1935
D.
Act of 1947
Ans:
Act of 1935
Explanation :
The Government of India Act 1935, the voluminous and final constitutional effort at governing British India, articulated three major goals: establishing a loose federal structure, achieving provincial autonomy, and safeguarding minority interests through separate electorates. The federal provisions, intended to unite princely states and British India at the centre, were not implemented because of ambiguities in safeguarding the existing privileges of princes. In February 1937, however, provincial autonomy became a reality when elections were held.
[11] The Drafting of the Constitution was completed on :
A.
26th January, 1950
B.
26th December, 1949
C.
26th November, 1949
D.
30th November, 1949
Ans:
26th November, 1949
Explanation :
A Draft Constitution was prepared by the committee and submitted to the Assembly on 4 November 1947. Draft constitution was debated and over 2000 amendments were moved over a period of two years. Finally on 26 November, 1949, the process was completed and Constituent assembly adopted the constitution. 284 members signed the document and the process of constitution making was complete.
[12] Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly?
A.
Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru
B.
Sardar Patel
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Ans:
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Explanation :
The first temporary 2-day president of the Constituent Assembly was Dr Sachidanand Sinha. Later, Rajendra Prasad was elected president of the Constituent Assembly.
[13] Public Order as an item in the Constitution figures in -
A.
the Union List
B.
the State List
C.
the Concurrent List
D.
the Residuary Powers
Ans:
the State List
Explanation :
Public order as an item in the constitution figures in the state list under seventh schedule of the constitution.
[14] Which among the following States has the highest number of seats in the Lok Sabha?
A.
Maharashtra
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Tamil Nadu
D.
West Bengal
Ans:
Maharashtra
Explanation :
Maharashtra has 48 seats among all these states.
[15] Who was the first Chairman of Indian Constitution's Drafting Committee?
A.
B L Mitter
B.
Madhav Rao
C.
Dr B R Ambedkar
D.
T T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr B R Ambedkar
Explanation :
The Government of India Act 1935 provided for dyarchy at the Centre. Under this act, the executive authority of the centre was vested in the Governor. It ended the system of dyarchy at the provincial level introduced by Government of India Act 1919.
[16] In which year the constituent assembly of India started functioning?
A.
1945
B.
1946
C.
1947
D.
1948
Ans:
1947
Explanation :
On 29 August, 1947, the Constituent Assembly set up a Drafting Committee under the Chairmanship of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar to prepare a Draft Constitution for India. The Constituent assembly adopted the constitution on 26 November 1949 once the process of drafting was completed.
[17] Where in the Indian Constitution has “economic justice” been provided as one of the objectives?
A.
Mental Rights
B.
Directive Principles
C.
Fundamental Rights
D.
Fundamental Rights and
Ans:
Directive Principles
Explanation :
The Directive Principles are an amalgam of diverse subjects embracing the life of the nation and include principles which are general statements of social policy, principles of administrative policy, socioeconomic rights and a statement of the international policy of the country. Articles 41-43A and Article 48 specifically target the working sections of the nation and provide for the betterment of the workers and their living conditions.
[18] Which one of the following is not enumerated as a right in the Constitution of India?
A.
Political and social right
B.
Educational right
C.
Economic right
D.
Right to religion
Ans:
Economic right
Explanation :
Political groups have demanded that the right to work, the right to economic assistance in case of unemployment, old age, and similar rights be enshrined as constitutional guarantees to address issues of poverty and economic insecurity, though these provisions have been enshrined in the Directive Principles of state policy.
[19] In which schedule of the Indian Constitution powers of panchayats are stated?
A.
8th schedule
B.
9th schedule
C.
1 0th schedule
D.
11th schedule
Ans:
11th schedule
Explanation :
The powers of panchayats are stated in the 11th schedule of the Indian Constitution. 8th schedule of constitution enlists 22 Indian recognized languages. 9th schedule was added by 1st amendment in 1957. It contains acts, orders related to land tenure, land tax, railways industry. 10th schedule was added by 52nd amendment in 1985, contains provisions of disqualification of grounds of defection.
[20] The Directive Principles of State Policy was adopted from the –
A.
British Constitution
B.
Swiss Constitution
C.
U.S. Constitution
D.
Irish Constitution
Ans:
Irish Constitution
Explanation :
The principles have been inspired by the Directive Principles given in the Constitution of Ireland and also by the principles of Gandhism; and relate to social justice, economic welfare, foreign policy, and legal and administrative matters. The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy.
[21] Which one of the following is the guardian of Fundamental Rights?
A.
Legislature
B.
Executive
C.
Political parties
D.
Judiciary
Ans:
Judiciary
Explanation :
Fundamental Rights are those rights and freedoms of the people of India, which enjoy constitutional recognition and guarantee. The Supreme Court of India and State High Courts have the power to enforce Fundamental Rights. Supreme Court is the guardian protector of fundamental rights. The right to move to the courts for securing the fundamental rights is a very valuable right of the people. Citizens can go to the Supreme Court or the high Courts for getting their fundamental rights enforced. It empowers the Courts to issue directions or orders or writs for this purpose.
[22] List of Fundamental Duties were added to the Indian Constitution as Part –
A.
Four
B.
Five
C.
Two
D.
Three
Ans:
Four
Explanation :
The Constitution (Forty-second Amendment) Act, 1976 added ten Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation in Part W of the Constitution. These duties, set out in Part IV-A of the Constitution (under a constitutional amendment) concern individuals and the nation Like the Directive Principles, they are not legally enforceable.
[23] Under which one of the following writs an official can be prevented from taking an action which he is officially not entitled?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Certiorari
D.
Habeas Corpus
Ans:
Mandamus
Explanation :
Mandamus is a judicial remedy which is in the form of an order from a superior court to any government subordinate court, corporation or public authority to do or forbear from doing some specific act which that body is obliged under law to do or refrain from doing, as the case may be, and which is in the nature of public duty and in certain cases of a statutory duty. It cannot be issued to compel an authority to do something against statutory provision. It may be a command to do an administrative action or not to take a particular action.
[24] Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
Britain
B.
Ireland
C.
USA
D.
Canada
Ans:
Ireland
Explanation :
The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Irish Constitution.
[25] In India the Supreme Command of the Armed Forces is, vested in the President. This means that in the exercise of this power -
A.
he/she cannot be regulated by law
B.
he/she shall be regulated by law
C.
during war, the President seeks advice only from the Chiefs of the Armed Forces
D.
during war the President can suspended the Fundamental Rights of citizens
Ans:
he/she shall be regulated by law
Explanation :
According to Article 53(2) of the Indian Constitution the supreme command of the Defence Forces of the Union shall be vested in the President and the exercise thereof shall be regulated by law.
Explanation :
Under Article 226, a High Court can issue these writs not only for the purpose of enforcement of the fundamental rights but also for the redress of any other injury or illegality, owing to contravention of the ordinary law.
[6] Which one of the following pairs of the Schedule in the Constitution of India and its Content is not correctly matched?
A.
Eighth Schedule : Languages
B.
Second Schedule : The forms of oaths and affirmations
C.
Fourth Schedule : Allocation of seats in the Council of States
D.
Tenth Schedule : Provisions as to disquialification on the ground of defection
Ans:
Second Schedule : The forms of oaths and affirmations
Explanation :
0
[7] Power of the Supreme Court of India to decide the dispute between centre and state falls under
A.
advisory jurisdiction
B.
original jurisdiction
C.
appellate jurisdiction
D.
constitutional jurisdiction
Ans:
original jurisdiction
Explanation :
Original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court (Article 131): Supreme court has power to decide disputes • between the Government of India and one or more States • between the Government of India and any State or States on one side and one or more other States on the other • between two or more States.
[8] Electoral disputes arising out of Presidential and Vice-Presidential Elections are settled by -
A.
Election Commission of India
B.
Joint Committee of Parliament
C.
Supreme Court of India
D.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Ans:
Supreme Court of India
Explanation :
All doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court whose decision shall be final [Article 71(a)].
[9] In India, the concept of single citizenship is adopted from –
A.
England
B.
U.S.A.
C.
Canada
D.
France
Ans:
England
Explanation :
The Indian Constitution borrowed such features as parliamentary form of government, introduction of Speaker and his role, the concept of single citizenship, the Rule of law, procedure of lawmaking, etc from England. The Indian citizenship and nationality law and the Constitution of India provide single citizenship for all of India.
[10] A federal structure for India was first put forward by the –
A.
Act of 1909
B.
Act of 1919
C.
Act of 1935
D.
Act of 1947
Ans:
Act of 1935
Explanation :
The Government of India Act 1935, the voluminous and final constitutional effort at governing British India, articulated three major goals: establishing a loose federal structure, achieving provincial autonomy, and safeguarding minority interests through separate electorates. The federal provisions, intended to unite princely states and British India at the centre, were not implemented because of ambiguities in safeguarding the existing privileges of princes. In February 1937, however, provincial autonomy became a reality when elections were held.
[11] The Drafting of the Constitution was completed on :
A.
26th January, 1950
B.
26th December, 1949
C.
26th November, 1949
D.
30th November, 1949
Ans:
26th November, 1949
Explanation :
A Draft Constitution was prepared by the committee and submitted to the Assembly on 4 November 1947. Draft constitution was debated and over 2000 amendments were moved over a period of two years. Finally on 26 November, 1949, the process was completed and Constituent assembly adopted the constitution. 284 members signed the document and the process of constitution making was complete.
[12] Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly?
A.
Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru
B.
Sardar Patel
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Ans:
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Explanation :
The first temporary 2-day president of the Constituent Assembly was Dr Sachidanand Sinha. Later, Rajendra Prasad was elected president of the Constituent Assembly.
[13] Public Order as an item in the Constitution figures in -
A.
the Union List
B.
the State List
C.
the Concurrent List
D.
the Residuary Powers
Ans:
the State List
Explanation :
Public order as an item in the constitution figures in the state list under seventh schedule of the constitution.
[14] Which among the following States has the highest number of seats in the Lok Sabha?
A.
Maharashtra
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Tamil Nadu
D.
West Bengal
Ans:
Maharashtra
Explanation :
Maharashtra has 48 seats among all these states.
[15] Who was the first Chairman of Indian Constitution's Drafting Committee?
A.
B L Mitter
B.
Madhav Rao
C.
Dr B R Ambedkar
D.
T T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr B R Ambedkar
Explanation :
The Government of India Act 1935 provided for dyarchy at the Centre. Under this act, the executive authority of the centre was vested in the Governor. It ended the system of dyarchy at the provincial level introduced by Government of India Act 1919.
[16] In which year the constituent assembly of India started functioning?
A.
1945
B.
1946
C.
1947
D.
1948
Ans:
1947
Explanation :
On 29 August, 1947, the Constituent Assembly set up a Drafting Committee under the Chairmanship of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar to prepare a Draft Constitution for India. The Constituent assembly adopted the constitution on 26 November 1949 once the process of drafting was completed.
[17] Where in the Indian Constitution has “economic justice” been provided as one of the objectives?
A.
Mental Rights
B.
Directive Principles
C.
Fundamental Rights
D.
Fundamental Rights and
Ans:
Directive Principles
Explanation :
The Directive Principles are an amalgam of diverse subjects embracing the life of the nation and include principles which are general statements of social policy, principles of administrative policy, socioeconomic rights and a statement of the international policy of the country. Articles 41-43A and Article 48 specifically target the working sections of the nation and provide for the betterment of the workers and their living conditions.
[18] Which one of the following is not enumerated as a right in the Constitution of India?
A.
Political and social right
B.
Educational right
C.
Economic right
D.
Right to religion
Ans:
Economic right
Explanation :
Political groups have demanded that the right to work, the right to economic assistance in case of unemployment, old age, and similar rights be enshrined as constitutional guarantees to address issues of poverty and economic insecurity, though these provisions have been enshrined in the Directive Principles of state policy.
[19] In which schedule of the Indian Constitution powers of panchayats are stated?
A.
8th schedule
B.
9th schedule
C.
1 0th schedule
D.
11th schedule
Ans:
11th schedule
Explanation :
The powers of panchayats are stated in the 11th schedule of the Indian Constitution. 8th schedule of constitution enlists 22 Indian recognized languages. 9th schedule was added by 1st amendment in 1957. It contains acts, orders related to land tenure, land tax, railways industry. 10th schedule was added by 52nd amendment in 1985, contains provisions of disqualification of grounds of defection.
[20] The Directive Principles of State Policy was adopted from the –
A.
British Constitution
B.
Swiss Constitution
C.
U.S. Constitution
D.
Irish Constitution
Ans:
Irish Constitution
Explanation :
The principles have been inspired by the Directive Principles given in the Constitution of Ireland and also by the principles of Gandhism; and relate to social justice, economic welfare, foreign policy, and legal and administrative matters. The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy.
[21] Which one of the following is the guardian of Fundamental Rights?
A.
Legislature
B.
Executive
C.
Political parties
D.
Judiciary
Ans:
Judiciary
Explanation :
Fundamental Rights are those rights and freedoms of the people of India, which enjoy constitutional recognition and guarantee. The Supreme Court of India and State High Courts have the power to enforce Fundamental Rights. Supreme Court is the guardian protector of fundamental rights. The right to move to the courts for securing the fundamental rights is a very valuable right of the people. Citizens can go to the Supreme Court or the high Courts for getting their fundamental rights enforced. It empowers the Courts to issue directions or orders or writs for this purpose.
[22] List of Fundamental Duties were added to the Indian Constitution as Part –
A.
Four
B.
Five
C.
Two
D.
Three
Ans:
Four
Explanation :
The Constitution (Forty-second Amendment) Act, 1976 added ten Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation in Part W of the Constitution. These duties, set out in Part IV-A of the Constitution (under a constitutional amendment) concern individuals and the nation Like the Directive Principles, they are not legally enforceable.
[23] Under which one of the following writs an official can be prevented from taking an action which he is officially not entitled?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Certiorari
D.
Habeas Corpus
Ans:
Mandamus
Explanation :
Mandamus is a judicial remedy which is in the form of an order from a superior court to any government subordinate court, corporation or public authority to do or forbear from doing some specific act which that body is obliged under law to do or refrain from doing, as the case may be, and which is in the nature of public duty and in certain cases of a statutory duty. It cannot be issued to compel an authority to do something against statutory provision. It may be a command to do an administrative action or not to take a particular action.
[24] Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
Britain
B.
Ireland
C.
USA
D.
Canada
Ans:
Ireland
Explanation :
The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Irish Constitution.
[25] In India the Supreme Command of the Armed Forces is, vested in the President. This means that in the exercise of this power -
A.
he/she cannot be regulated by law
B.
he/she shall be regulated by law
C.
during war, the President seeks advice only from the Chiefs of the Armed Forces
D.
during war the President can suspended the Fundamental Rights of citizens
Ans:
he/she shall be regulated by law
Explanation :
According to Article 53(2) of the Indian Constitution the supreme command of the Defence Forces of the Union shall be vested in the President and the exercise thereof shall be regulated by law.
Explanation :
Original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court (Article 131): Supreme court has power to decide disputes • between the Government of India and one or more States • between the Government of India and any State or States on one side and one or more other States on the other • between two or more States.
[8] Electoral disputes arising out of Presidential and Vice-Presidential Elections are settled by -
A.
Election Commission of India
B.
Joint Committee of Parliament
C.
Supreme Court of India
D.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Ans:
Supreme Court of India
Explanation :
All doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court whose decision shall be final [Article 71(a)].
[9] In India, the concept of single citizenship is adopted from –
A.
England
B.
U.S.A.
C.
Canada
D.
France
Ans:
England
Explanation :
The Indian Constitution borrowed such features as parliamentary form of government, introduction of Speaker and his role, the concept of single citizenship, the Rule of law, procedure of lawmaking, etc from England. The Indian citizenship and nationality law and the Constitution of India provide single citizenship for all of India.
[10] A federal structure for India was first put forward by the –
A.
Act of 1909
B.
Act of 1919
C.
Act of 1935
D.
Act of 1947
Ans:
Act of 1935
Explanation :
The Government of India Act 1935, the voluminous and final constitutional effort at governing British India, articulated three major goals: establishing a loose federal structure, achieving provincial autonomy, and safeguarding minority interests through separate electorates. The federal provisions, intended to unite princely states and British India at the centre, were not implemented because of ambiguities in safeguarding the existing privileges of princes. In February 1937, however, provincial autonomy became a reality when elections were held.
[11] The Drafting of the Constitution was completed on :
A.
26th January, 1950
B.
26th December, 1949
C.
26th November, 1949
D.
30th November, 1949
Ans:
26th November, 1949
Explanation :
A Draft Constitution was prepared by the committee and submitted to the Assembly on 4 November 1947. Draft constitution was debated and over 2000 amendments were moved over a period of two years. Finally on 26 November, 1949, the process was completed and Constituent assembly adopted the constitution. 284 members signed the document and the process of constitution making was complete.
[12] Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly?
A.
Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru
B.
Sardar Patel
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Ans:
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Explanation :
The first temporary 2-day president of the Constituent Assembly was Dr Sachidanand Sinha. Later, Rajendra Prasad was elected president of the Constituent Assembly.
[13] Public Order as an item in the Constitution figures in -
A.
the Union List
B.
the State List
C.
the Concurrent List
D.
the Residuary Powers
Ans:
the State List
Explanation :
Public order as an item in the constitution figures in the state list under seventh schedule of the constitution.
[14] Which among the following States has the highest number of seats in the Lok Sabha?
A.
Maharashtra
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Tamil Nadu
D.
West Bengal
Ans:
Maharashtra
Explanation :
Maharashtra has 48 seats among all these states.
[15] Who was the first Chairman of Indian Constitution's Drafting Committee?
A.
B L Mitter
B.
Madhav Rao
C.
Dr B R Ambedkar
D.
T T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr B R Ambedkar
Explanation :
The Government of India Act 1935 provided for dyarchy at the Centre. Under this act, the executive authority of the centre was vested in the Governor. It ended the system of dyarchy at the provincial level introduced by Government of India Act 1919.
[16] In which year the constituent assembly of India started functioning?
A.
1945
B.
1946
C.
1947
D.
1948
Ans:
1947
Explanation :
On 29 August, 1947, the Constituent Assembly set up a Drafting Committee under the Chairmanship of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar to prepare a Draft Constitution for India. The Constituent assembly adopted the constitution on 26 November 1949 once the process of drafting was completed.
[17] Where in the Indian Constitution has “economic justice” been provided as one of the objectives?
A.
Mental Rights
B.
Directive Principles
C.
Fundamental Rights
D.
Fundamental Rights and
Ans:
Directive Principles
Explanation :
The Directive Principles are an amalgam of diverse subjects embracing the life of the nation and include principles which are general statements of social policy, principles of administrative policy, socioeconomic rights and a statement of the international policy of the country. Articles 41-43A and Article 48 specifically target the working sections of the nation and provide for the betterment of the workers and their living conditions.
[18] Which one of the following is not enumerated as a right in the Constitution of India?
A.
Political and social right
B.
Educational right
C.
Economic right
D.
Right to religion
Ans:
Economic right
Explanation :
Political groups have demanded that the right to work, the right to economic assistance in case of unemployment, old age, and similar rights be enshrined as constitutional guarantees to address issues of poverty and economic insecurity, though these provisions have been enshrined in the Directive Principles of state policy.
[19] In which schedule of the Indian Constitution powers of panchayats are stated?
A.
8th schedule
B.
9th schedule
C.
1 0th schedule
D.
11th schedule
Ans:
11th schedule
Explanation :
The powers of panchayats are stated in the 11th schedule of the Indian Constitution. 8th schedule of constitution enlists 22 Indian recognized languages. 9th schedule was added by 1st amendment in 1957. It contains acts, orders related to land tenure, land tax, railways industry. 10th schedule was added by 52nd amendment in 1985, contains provisions of disqualification of grounds of defection.
[20] The Directive Principles of State Policy was adopted from the –
A.
British Constitution
B.
Swiss Constitution
C.
U.S. Constitution
D.
Irish Constitution
Ans:
Irish Constitution
Explanation :
The principles have been inspired by the Directive Principles given in the Constitution of Ireland and also by the principles of Gandhism; and relate to social justice, economic welfare, foreign policy, and legal and administrative matters. The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy.
[21] Which one of the following is the guardian of Fundamental Rights?
A.
Legislature
B.
Executive
C.
Political parties
D.
Judiciary
Ans:
Judiciary
Explanation :
Fundamental Rights are those rights and freedoms of the people of India, which enjoy constitutional recognition and guarantee. The Supreme Court of India and State High Courts have the power to enforce Fundamental Rights. Supreme Court is the guardian protector of fundamental rights. The right to move to the courts for securing the fundamental rights is a very valuable right of the people. Citizens can go to the Supreme Court or the high Courts for getting their fundamental rights enforced. It empowers the Courts to issue directions or orders or writs for this purpose.
[22] List of Fundamental Duties were added to the Indian Constitution as Part –
A.
Four
B.
Five
C.
Two
D.
Three
Ans:
Four
Explanation :
The Constitution (Forty-second Amendment) Act, 1976 added ten Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation in Part W of the Constitution. These duties, set out in Part IV-A of the Constitution (under a constitutional amendment) concern individuals and the nation Like the Directive Principles, they are not legally enforceable.
[23] Under which one of the following writs an official can be prevented from taking an action which he is officially not entitled?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Certiorari
D.
Habeas Corpus
Ans:
Mandamus
Explanation :
Mandamus is a judicial remedy which is in the form of an order from a superior court to any government subordinate court, corporation or public authority to do or forbear from doing some specific act which that body is obliged under law to do or refrain from doing, as the case may be, and which is in the nature of public duty and in certain cases of a statutory duty. It cannot be issued to compel an authority to do something against statutory provision. It may be a command to do an administrative action or not to take a particular action.
[24] Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
Britain
B.
Ireland
C.
USA
D.
Canada
Ans:
Ireland
Explanation :
The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Irish Constitution.
[25] In India the Supreme Command of the Armed Forces is, vested in the President. This means that in the exercise of this power -
A.
he/she cannot be regulated by law
B.
he/she shall be regulated by law
C.
during war, the President seeks advice only from the Chiefs of the Armed Forces
D.
during war the President can suspended the Fundamental Rights of citizens
Ans:
he/she shall be regulated by law
Explanation :
According to Article 53(2) of the Indian Constitution the supreme command of the Defence Forces of the Union shall be vested in the President and the exercise thereof shall be regulated by law.
Explanation :
The Indian Constitution borrowed such features as parliamentary form of government, introduction of Speaker and his role, the concept of single citizenship, the Rule of law, procedure of lawmaking, etc from England. The Indian citizenship and nationality law and the Constitution of India provide single citizenship for all of India.
[10] A federal structure for India was first put forward by the –
A.
Act of 1909
B.
Act of 1919
C.
Act of 1935
D.
Act of 1947
Ans:
Act of 1935
Explanation :
The Government of India Act 1935, the voluminous and final constitutional effort at governing British India, articulated three major goals: establishing a loose federal structure, achieving provincial autonomy, and safeguarding minority interests through separate electorates. The federal provisions, intended to unite princely states and British India at the centre, were not implemented because of ambiguities in safeguarding the existing privileges of princes. In February 1937, however, provincial autonomy became a reality when elections were held.
[11] The Drafting of the Constitution was completed on :
A.
26th January, 1950
B.
26th December, 1949
C.
26th November, 1949
D.
30th November, 1949
Ans:
26th November, 1949
Explanation :
A Draft Constitution was prepared by the committee and submitted to the Assembly on 4 November 1947. Draft constitution was debated and over 2000 amendments were moved over a period of two years. Finally on 26 November, 1949, the process was completed and Constituent assembly adopted the constitution. 284 members signed the document and the process of constitution making was complete.
[12] Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly?
A.
Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru
B.
Sardar Patel
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Ans:
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Explanation :
The first temporary 2-day president of the Constituent Assembly was Dr Sachidanand Sinha. Later, Rajendra Prasad was elected president of the Constituent Assembly.
[13] Public Order as an item in the Constitution figures in -
A.
the Union List
B.
the State List
C.
the Concurrent List
D.
the Residuary Powers
Ans:
the State List
Explanation :
Public order as an item in the constitution figures in the state list under seventh schedule of the constitution.
[14] Which among the following States has the highest number of seats in the Lok Sabha?
A.
Maharashtra
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Tamil Nadu
D.
West Bengal
Ans:
Maharashtra
Explanation :
Maharashtra has 48 seats among all these states.
[15] Who was the first Chairman of Indian Constitution's Drafting Committee?
A.
B L Mitter
B.
Madhav Rao
C.
Dr B R Ambedkar
D.
T T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr B R Ambedkar
Explanation :
The Government of India Act 1935 provided for dyarchy at the Centre. Under this act, the executive authority of the centre was vested in the Governor. It ended the system of dyarchy at the provincial level introduced by Government of India Act 1919.
[16] In which year the constituent assembly of India started functioning?
A.
1945
B.
1946
C.
1947
D.
1948
Ans:
1947
Explanation :
On 29 August, 1947, the Constituent Assembly set up a Drafting Committee under the Chairmanship of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar to prepare a Draft Constitution for India. The Constituent assembly adopted the constitution on 26 November 1949 once the process of drafting was completed.
[17] Where in the Indian Constitution has “economic justice” been provided as one of the objectives?
A.
Mental Rights
B.
Directive Principles
C.
Fundamental Rights
D.
Fundamental Rights and
Ans:
Directive Principles
Explanation :
The Directive Principles are an amalgam of diverse subjects embracing the life of the nation and include principles which are general statements of social policy, principles of administrative policy, socioeconomic rights and a statement of the international policy of the country. Articles 41-43A and Article 48 specifically target the working sections of the nation and provide for the betterment of the workers and their living conditions.
[18] Which one of the following is not enumerated as a right in the Constitution of India?
A.
Political and social right
B.
Educational right
C.
Economic right
D.
Right to religion
Ans:
Economic right
Explanation :
Political groups have demanded that the right to work, the right to economic assistance in case of unemployment, old age, and similar rights be enshrined as constitutional guarantees to address issues of poverty and economic insecurity, though these provisions have been enshrined in the Directive Principles of state policy.
[19] In which schedule of the Indian Constitution powers of panchayats are stated?
A.
8th schedule
B.
9th schedule
C.
1 0th schedule
D.
11th schedule
Ans:
11th schedule
Explanation :
The powers of panchayats are stated in the 11th schedule of the Indian Constitution. 8th schedule of constitution enlists 22 Indian recognized languages. 9th schedule was added by 1st amendment in 1957. It contains acts, orders related to land tenure, land tax, railways industry. 10th schedule was added by 52nd amendment in 1985, contains provisions of disqualification of grounds of defection.
[20] The Directive Principles of State Policy was adopted from the –
A.
British Constitution
B.
Swiss Constitution
C.
U.S. Constitution
D.
Irish Constitution
Ans:
Irish Constitution
Explanation :
The principles have been inspired by the Directive Principles given in the Constitution of Ireland and also by the principles of Gandhism; and relate to social justice, economic welfare, foreign policy, and legal and administrative matters. The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy.
[21] Which one of the following is the guardian of Fundamental Rights?
A.
Legislature
B.
Executive
C.
Political parties
D.
Judiciary
Ans:
Judiciary
Explanation :
Fundamental Rights are those rights and freedoms of the people of India, which enjoy constitutional recognition and guarantee. The Supreme Court of India and State High Courts have the power to enforce Fundamental Rights. Supreme Court is the guardian protector of fundamental rights. The right to move to the courts for securing the fundamental rights is a very valuable right of the people. Citizens can go to the Supreme Court or the high Courts for getting their fundamental rights enforced. It empowers the Courts to issue directions or orders or writs for this purpose.
[22] List of Fundamental Duties were added to the Indian Constitution as Part –
A.
Four
B.
Five
C.
Two
D.
Three
Ans:
Four
Explanation :
The Constitution (Forty-second Amendment) Act, 1976 added ten Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation in Part W of the Constitution. These duties, set out in Part IV-A of the Constitution (under a constitutional amendment) concern individuals and the nation Like the Directive Principles, they are not legally enforceable.
[23] Under which one of the following writs an official can be prevented from taking an action which he is officially not entitled?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Certiorari
D.
Habeas Corpus
Ans:
Mandamus
Explanation :
Mandamus is a judicial remedy which is in the form of an order from a superior court to any government subordinate court, corporation or public authority to do or forbear from doing some specific act which that body is obliged under law to do or refrain from doing, as the case may be, and which is in the nature of public duty and in certain cases of a statutory duty. It cannot be issued to compel an authority to do something against statutory provision. It may be a command to do an administrative action or not to take a particular action.
[24] Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
Britain
B.
Ireland
C.
USA
D.
Canada
Ans:
Ireland
Explanation :
The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Irish Constitution.
[25] In India the Supreme Command of the Armed Forces is, vested in the President. This means that in the exercise of this power -
A.
he/she cannot be regulated by law
B.
he/she shall be regulated by law
C.
during war, the President seeks advice only from the Chiefs of the Armed Forces
D.
during war the President can suspended the Fundamental Rights of citizens
Ans:
he/she shall be regulated by law
Explanation :
According to Article 53(2) of the Indian Constitution the supreme command of the Defence Forces of the Union shall be vested in the President and the exercise thereof shall be regulated by law.
Explanation :
A Draft Constitution was prepared by the committee and submitted to the Assembly on 4 November 1947. Draft constitution was debated and over 2000 amendments were moved over a period of two years. Finally on 26 November, 1949, the process was completed and Constituent assembly adopted the constitution. 284 members signed the document and the process of constitution making was complete.
[12] Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly?
A.
Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru
B.
Sardar Patel
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Ans:
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Explanation :
The first temporary 2-day president of the Constituent Assembly was Dr Sachidanand Sinha. Later, Rajendra Prasad was elected president of the Constituent Assembly.
[13] Public Order as an item in the Constitution figures in -
A.
the Union List
B.
the State List
C.
the Concurrent List
D.
the Residuary Powers
Ans:
the State List
Explanation :
Public order as an item in the constitution figures in the state list under seventh schedule of the constitution.
[14] Which among the following States has the highest number of seats in the Lok Sabha?
A.
Maharashtra
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Tamil Nadu
D.
West Bengal
Ans:
Maharashtra
Explanation :
Maharashtra has 48 seats among all these states.
[15] Who was the first Chairman of Indian Constitution's Drafting Committee?
A.
B L Mitter
B.
Madhav Rao
C.
Dr B R Ambedkar
D.
T T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr B R Ambedkar
Explanation :
The Government of India Act 1935 provided for dyarchy at the Centre. Under this act, the executive authority of the centre was vested in the Governor. It ended the system of dyarchy at the provincial level introduced by Government of India Act 1919.
[16] In which year the constituent assembly of India started functioning?
A.
1945
B.
1946
C.
1947
D.
1948
Ans:
1947
Explanation :
On 29 August, 1947, the Constituent Assembly set up a Drafting Committee under the Chairmanship of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar to prepare a Draft Constitution for India. The Constituent assembly adopted the constitution on 26 November 1949 once the process of drafting was completed.
[17] Where in the Indian Constitution has “economic justice” been provided as one of the objectives?
A.
Mental Rights
B.
Directive Principles
C.
Fundamental Rights
D.
Fundamental Rights and
Ans:
Directive Principles
Explanation :
The Directive Principles are an amalgam of diverse subjects embracing the life of the nation and include principles which are general statements of social policy, principles of administrative policy, socioeconomic rights and a statement of the international policy of the country. Articles 41-43A and Article 48 specifically target the working sections of the nation and provide for the betterment of the workers and their living conditions.
[18] Which one of the following is not enumerated as a right in the Constitution of India?
A.
Political and social right
B.
Educational right
C.
Economic right
D.
Right to religion
Ans:
Economic right
Explanation :
Political groups have demanded that the right to work, the right to economic assistance in case of unemployment, old age, and similar rights be enshrined as constitutional guarantees to address issues of poverty and economic insecurity, though these provisions have been enshrined in the Directive Principles of state policy.
[19] In which schedule of the Indian Constitution powers of panchayats are stated?
A.
8th schedule
B.
9th schedule
C.
1 0th schedule
D.
11th schedule
Ans:
11th schedule
Explanation :
The powers of panchayats are stated in the 11th schedule of the Indian Constitution. 8th schedule of constitution enlists 22 Indian recognized languages. 9th schedule was added by 1st amendment in 1957. It contains acts, orders related to land tenure, land tax, railways industry. 10th schedule was added by 52nd amendment in 1985, contains provisions of disqualification of grounds of defection.
[20] The Directive Principles of State Policy was adopted from the –
A.
British Constitution
B.
Swiss Constitution
C.
U.S. Constitution
D.
Irish Constitution
Ans:
Irish Constitution
Explanation :
The principles have been inspired by the Directive Principles given in the Constitution of Ireland and also by the principles of Gandhism; and relate to social justice, economic welfare, foreign policy, and legal and administrative matters. The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy.
[21] Which one of the following is the guardian of Fundamental Rights?
A.
Legislature
B.
Executive
C.
Political parties
D.
Judiciary
Ans:
Judiciary
Explanation :
Fundamental Rights are those rights and freedoms of the people of India, which enjoy constitutional recognition and guarantee. The Supreme Court of India and State High Courts have the power to enforce Fundamental Rights. Supreme Court is the guardian protector of fundamental rights. The right to move to the courts for securing the fundamental rights is a very valuable right of the people. Citizens can go to the Supreme Court or the high Courts for getting their fundamental rights enforced. It empowers the Courts to issue directions or orders or writs for this purpose.
[22] List of Fundamental Duties were added to the Indian Constitution as Part –
A.
Four
B.
Five
C.
Two
D.
Three
Ans:
Four
Explanation :
The Constitution (Forty-second Amendment) Act, 1976 added ten Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation in Part W of the Constitution. These duties, set out in Part IV-A of the Constitution (under a constitutional amendment) concern individuals and the nation Like the Directive Principles, they are not legally enforceable.
[23] Under which one of the following writs an official can be prevented from taking an action which he is officially not entitled?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Certiorari
D.
Habeas Corpus
Ans:
Mandamus
Explanation :
Mandamus is a judicial remedy which is in the form of an order from a superior court to any government subordinate court, corporation or public authority to do or forbear from doing some specific act which that body is obliged under law to do or refrain from doing, as the case may be, and which is in the nature of public duty and in certain cases of a statutory duty. It cannot be issued to compel an authority to do something against statutory provision. It may be a command to do an administrative action or not to take a particular action.
[24] Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
Britain
B.
Ireland
C.
USA
D.
Canada
Ans:
Ireland
Explanation :
The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Irish Constitution.
[25] In India the Supreme Command of the Armed Forces is, vested in the President. This means that in the exercise of this power -
A.
he/she cannot be regulated by law
B.
he/she shall be regulated by law
C.
during war, the President seeks advice only from the Chiefs of the Armed Forces
D.
during war the President can suspended the Fundamental Rights of citizens
Ans:
he/she shall be regulated by law
Explanation :
According to Article 53(2) of the Indian Constitution the supreme command of the Defence Forces of the Union shall be vested in the President and the exercise thereof shall be regulated by law.
Explanation :
Public order as an item in the constitution figures in the state list under seventh schedule of the constitution.
[14] Which among the following States has the highest number of seats in the Lok Sabha?
A.
Maharashtra
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Tamil Nadu
D.
West Bengal
Ans:
Maharashtra
Explanation :
Maharashtra has 48 seats among all these states.
[15] Who was the first Chairman of Indian Constitution's Drafting Committee?
A.
B L Mitter
B.
Madhav Rao
C.
Dr B R Ambedkar
D.
T T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr B R Ambedkar
Explanation :
The Government of India Act 1935 provided for dyarchy at the Centre. Under this act, the executive authority of the centre was vested in the Governor. It ended the system of dyarchy at the provincial level introduced by Government of India Act 1919.
[16] In which year the constituent assembly of India started functioning?
A.
1945
B.
1946
C.
1947
D.
1948
Ans:
1947
Explanation :
On 29 August, 1947, the Constituent Assembly set up a Drafting Committee under the Chairmanship of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar to prepare a Draft Constitution for India. The Constituent assembly adopted the constitution on 26 November 1949 once the process of drafting was completed.
[17] Where in the Indian Constitution has “economic justice” been provided as one of the objectives?
A.
Mental Rights
B.
Directive Principles
C.
Fundamental Rights
D.
Fundamental Rights and
Ans:
Directive Principles
Explanation :
The Directive Principles are an amalgam of diverse subjects embracing the life of the nation and include principles which are general statements of social policy, principles of administrative policy, socioeconomic rights and a statement of the international policy of the country. Articles 41-43A and Article 48 specifically target the working sections of the nation and provide for the betterment of the workers and their living conditions.
[18] Which one of the following is not enumerated as a right in the Constitution of India?
A.
Political and social right
B.
Educational right
C.
Economic right
D.
Right to religion
Ans:
Economic right
Explanation :
Political groups have demanded that the right to work, the right to economic assistance in case of unemployment, old age, and similar rights be enshrined as constitutional guarantees to address issues of poverty and economic insecurity, though these provisions have been enshrined in the Directive Principles of state policy.
[19] In which schedule of the Indian Constitution powers of panchayats are stated?
A.
8th schedule
B.
9th schedule
C.
1 0th schedule
D.
11th schedule
Ans:
11th schedule
Explanation :
The powers of panchayats are stated in the 11th schedule of the Indian Constitution. 8th schedule of constitution enlists 22 Indian recognized languages. 9th schedule was added by 1st amendment in 1957. It contains acts, orders related to land tenure, land tax, railways industry. 10th schedule was added by 52nd amendment in 1985, contains provisions of disqualification of grounds of defection.
[20] The Directive Principles of State Policy was adopted from the –
A.
British Constitution
B.
Swiss Constitution
C.
U.S. Constitution
D.
Irish Constitution
Ans:
Irish Constitution
Explanation :
The principles have been inspired by the Directive Principles given in the Constitution of Ireland and also by the principles of Gandhism; and relate to social justice, economic welfare, foreign policy, and legal and administrative matters. The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy.
[21] Which one of the following is the guardian of Fundamental Rights?
A.
Legislature
B.
Executive
C.
Political parties
D.
Judiciary
Ans:
Judiciary
Explanation :
Fundamental Rights are those rights and freedoms of the people of India, which enjoy constitutional recognition and guarantee. The Supreme Court of India and State High Courts have the power to enforce Fundamental Rights. Supreme Court is the guardian protector of fundamental rights. The right to move to the courts for securing the fundamental rights is a very valuable right of the people. Citizens can go to the Supreme Court or the high Courts for getting their fundamental rights enforced. It empowers the Courts to issue directions or orders or writs for this purpose.
[22] List of Fundamental Duties were added to the Indian Constitution as Part –
A.
Four
B.
Five
C.
Two
D.
Three
Ans:
Four
Explanation :
The Constitution (Forty-second Amendment) Act, 1976 added ten Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation in Part W of the Constitution. These duties, set out in Part IV-A of the Constitution (under a constitutional amendment) concern individuals and the nation Like the Directive Principles, they are not legally enforceable.
[23] Under which one of the following writs an official can be prevented from taking an action which he is officially not entitled?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Certiorari
D.
Habeas Corpus
Ans:
Mandamus
Explanation :
Mandamus is a judicial remedy which is in the form of an order from a superior court to any government subordinate court, corporation or public authority to do or forbear from doing some specific act which that body is obliged under law to do or refrain from doing, as the case may be, and which is in the nature of public duty and in certain cases of a statutory duty. It cannot be issued to compel an authority to do something against statutory provision. It may be a command to do an administrative action or not to take a particular action.
[24] Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
Britain
B.
Ireland
C.
USA
D.
Canada
Ans:
Ireland
Explanation :
The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Irish Constitution.
[25] In India the Supreme Command of the Armed Forces is, vested in the President. This means that in the exercise of this power -
A.
he/she cannot be regulated by law
B.
he/she shall be regulated by law
C.
during war, the President seeks advice only from the Chiefs of the Armed Forces
D.
during war the President can suspended the Fundamental Rights of citizens
Ans:
he/she shall be regulated by law
Explanation :
According to Article 53(2) of the Indian Constitution the supreme command of the Defence Forces of the Union shall be vested in the President and the exercise thereof shall be regulated by law.
Explanation :
The Government of India Act 1935 provided for dyarchy at the Centre. Under this act, the executive authority of the centre was vested in the Governor. It ended the system of dyarchy at the provincial level introduced by Government of India Act 1919.
[16] In which year the constituent assembly of India started functioning?
A.
1945
B.
1946
C.
1947
D.
1948
Ans:
1947
Explanation :
On 29 August, 1947, the Constituent Assembly set up a Drafting Committee under the Chairmanship of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar to prepare a Draft Constitution for India. The Constituent assembly adopted the constitution on 26 November 1949 once the process of drafting was completed.
[17] Where in the Indian Constitution has “economic justice” been provided as one of the objectives?
A.
Mental Rights
B.
Directive Principles
C.
Fundamental Rights
D.
Fundamental Rights and
Ans:
Directive Principles
Explanation :
The Directive Principles are an amalgam of diverse subjects embracing the life of the nation and include principles which are general statements of social policy, principles of administrative policy, socioeconomic rights and a statement of the international policy of the country. Articles 41-43A and Article 48 specifically target the working sections of the nation and provide for the betterment of the workers and their living conditions.
[18] Which one of the following is not enumerated as a right in the Constitution of India?
A.
Political and social right
B.
Educational right
C.
Economic right
D.
Right to religion
Ans:
Economic right
Explanation :
Political groups have demanded that the right to work, the right to economic assistance in case of unemployment, old age, and similar rights be enshrined as constitutional guarantees to address issues of poverty and economic insecurity, though these provisions have been enshrined in the Directive Principles of state policy.
[19] In which schedule of the Indian Constitution powers of panchayats are stated?
A.
8th schedule
B.
9th schedule
C.
1 0th schedule
D.
11th schedule
Ans:
11th schedule
Explanation :
The powers of panchayats are stated in the 11th schedule of the Indian Constitution. 8th schedule of constitution enlists 22 Indian recognized languages. 9th schedule was added by 1st amendment in 1957. It contains acts, orders related to land tenure, land tax, railways industry. 10th schedule was added by 52nd amendment in 1985, contains provisions of disqualification of grounds of defection.
[20] The Directive Principles of State Policy was adopted from the –
A.
British Constitution
B.
Swiss Constitution
C.
U.S. Constitution
D.
Irish Constitution
Ans:
Irish Constitution
Explanation :
The principles have been inspired by the Directive Principles given in the Constitution of Ireland and also by the principles of Gandhism; and relate to social justice, economic welfare, foreign policy, and legal and administrative matters. The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy.
[21] Which one of the following is the guardian of Fundamental Rights?
A.
Legislature
B.
Executive
C.
Political parties
D.
Judiciary
Ans:
Judiciary
Explanation :
Fundamental Rights are those rights and freedoms of the people of India, which enjoy constitutional recognition and guarantee. The Supreme Court of India and State High Courts have the power to enforce Fundamental Rights. Supreme Court is the guardian protector of fundamental rights. The right to move to the courts for securing the fundamental rights is a very valuable right of the people. Citizens can go to the Supreme Court or the high Courts for getting their fundamental rights enforced. It empowers the Courts to issue directions or orders or writs for this purpose.
[22] List of Fundamental Duties were added to the Indian Constitution as Part –
A.
Four
B.
Five
C.
Two
D.
Three
Ans:
Four
Explanation :
The Constitution (Forty-second Amendment) Act, 1976 added ten Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation in Part W of the Constitution. These duties, set out in Part IV-A of the Constitution (under a constitutional amendment) concern individuals and the nation Like the Directive Principles, they are not legally enforceable.
[23] Under which one of the following writs an official can be prevented from taking an action which he is officially not entitled?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Certiorari
D.
Habeas Corpus
Ans:
Mandamus
Explanation :
Mandamus is a judicial remedy which is in the form of an order from a superior court to any government subordinate court, corporation or public authority to do or forbear from doing some specific act which that body is obliged under law to do or refrain from doing, as the case may be, and which is in the nature of public duty and in certain cases of a statutory duty. It cannot be issued to compel an authority to do something against statutory provision. It may be a command to do an administrative action or not to take a particular action.
[24] Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
Britain
B.
Ireland
C.
USA
D.
Canada
Ans:
Ireland
Explanation :
The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Irish Constitution.
[25] In India the Supreme Command of the Armed Forces is, vested in the President. This means that in the exercise of this power -
A.
he/she cannot be regulated by law
B.
he/she shall be regulated by law
C.
during war, the President seeks advice only from the Chiefs of the Armed Forces
D.
during war the President can suspended the Fundamental Rights of citizens
Ans:
he/she shall be regulated by law
Explanation :
According to Article 53(2) of the Indian Constitution the supreme command of the Defence Forces of the Union shall be vested in the President and the exercise thereof shall be regulated by law.
Explanation :
The Directive Principles are an amalgam of diverse subjects embracing the life of the nation and include principles which are general statements of social policy, principles of administrative policy, socioeconomic rights and a statement of the international policy of the country. Articles 41-43A and Article 48 specifically target the working sections of the nation and provide for the betterment of the workers and their living conditions.
[18] Which one of the following is not enumerated as a right in the Constitution of India?
A.
Political and social right
B.
Educational right
C.
Economic right
D.
Right to religion
Ans:
Economic right
Explanation :
Political groups have demanded that the right to work, the right to economic assistance in case of unemployment, old age, and similar rights be enshrined as constitutional guarantees to address issues of poverty and economic insecurity, though these provisions have been enshrined in the Directive Principles of state policy.
[19] In which schedule of the Indian Constitution powers of panchayats are stated?
A.
8th schedule
B.
9th schedule
C.
1 0th schedule
D.
11th schedule
Ans:
11th schedule
Explanation :
The powers of panchayats are stated in the 11th schedule of the Indian Constitution. 8th schedule of constitution enlists 22 Indian recognized languages. 9th schedule was added by 1st amendment in 1957. It contains acts, orders related to land tenure, land tax, railways industry. 10th schedule was added by 52nd amendment in 1985, contains provisions of disqualification of grounds of defection.
[20] The Directive Principles of State Policy was adopted from the –
A.
British Constitution
B.
Swiss Constitution
C.
U.S. Constitution
D.
Irish Constitution
Ans:
Irish Constitution
Explanation :
The principles have been inspired by the Directive Principles given in the Constitution of Ireland and also by the principles of Gandhism; and relate to social justice, economic welfare, foreign policy, and legal and administrative matters. The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy.
[21] Which one of the following is the guardian of Fundamental Rights?
A.
Legislature
B.
Executive
C.
Political parties
D.
Judiciary
Ans:
Judiciary
Explanation :
Fundamental Rights are those rights and freedoms of the people of India, which enjoy constitutional recognition and guarantee. The Supreme Court of India and State High Courts have the power to enforce Fundamental Rights. Supreme Court is the guardian protector of fundamental rights. The right to move to the courts for securing the fundamental rights is a very valuable right of the people. Citizens can go to the Supreme Court or the high Courts for getting their fundamental rights enforced. It empowers the Courts to issue directions or orders or writs for this purpose.
[22] List of Fundamental Duties were added to the Indian Constitution as Part –
A.
Four
B.
Five
C.
Two
D.
Three
Ans:
Four
Explanation :
The Constitution (Forty-second Amendment) Act, 1976 added ten Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation in Part W of the Constitution. These duties, set out in Part IV-A of the Constitution (under a constitutional amendment) concern individuals and the nation Like the Directive Principles, they are not legally enforceable.
[23] Under which one of the following writs an official can be prevented from taking an action which he is officially not entitled?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Certiorari
D.
Habeas Corpus
Ans:
Mandamus
Explanation :
Mandamus is a judicial remedy which is in the form of an order from a superior court to any government subordinate court, corporation or public authority to do or forbear from doing some specific act which that body is obliged under law to do or refrain from doing, as the case may be, and which is in the nature of public duty and in certain cases of a statutory duty. It cannot be issued to compel an authority to do something against statutory provision. It may be a command to do an administrative action or not to take a particular action.
[24] Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
Britain
B.
Ireland
C.
USA
D.
Canada
Ans:
Ireland
Explanation :
The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Irish Constitution.
[25] In India the Supreme Command of the Armed Forces is, vested in the President. This means that in the exercise of this power -
A.
he/she cannot be regulated by law
B.
he/she shall be regulated by law
C.
during war, the President seeks advice only from the Chiefs of the Armed Forces
D.
during war the President can suspended the Fundamental Rights of citizens
Ans:
he/she shall be regulated by law
Explanation :
According to Article 53(2) of the Indian Constitution the supreme command of the Defence Forces of the Union shall be vested in the President and the exercise thereof shall be regulated by law.
Explanation :
The powers of panchayats are stated in the 11th schedule of the Indian Constitution. 8th schedule of constitution enlists 22 Indian recognized languages. 9th schedule was added by 1st amendment in 1957. It contains acts, orders related to land tenure, land tax, railways industry. 10th schedule was added by 52nd amendment in 1985, contains provisions of disqualification of grounds of defection.
[20] The Directive Principles of State Policy was adopted from the –
A.
British Constitution
B.
Swiss Constitution
C.
U.S. Constitution
D.
Irish Constitution
Ans:
Irish Constitution
Explanation :
The principles have been inspired by the Directive Principles given in the Constitution of Ireland and also by the principles of Gandhism; and relate to social justice, economic welfare, foreign policy, and legal and administrative matters. The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy.
[21] Which one of the following is the guardian of Fundamental Rights?
A.
Legislature
B.
Executive
C.
Political parties
D.
Judiciary
Ans:
Judiciary
Explanation :
Fundamental Rights are those rights and freedoms of the people of India, which enjoy constitutional recognition and guarantee. The Supreme Court of India and State High Courts have the power to enforce Fundamental Rights. Supreme Court is the guardian protector of fundamental rights. The right to move to the courts for securing the fundamental rights is a very valuable right of the people. Citizens can go to the Supreme Court or the high Courts for getting their fundamental rights enforced. It empowers the Courts to issue directions or orders or writs for this purpose.
[22] List of Fundamental Duties were added to the Indian Constitution as Part –
A.
Four
B.
Five
C.
Two
D.
Three
Ans:
Four
Explanation :
The Constitution (Forty-second Amendment) Act, 1976 added ten Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation in Part W of the Constitution. These duties, set out in Part IV-A of the Constitution (under a constitutional amendment) concern individuals and the nation Like the Directive Principles, they are not legally enforceable.
[23] Under which one of the following writs an official can be prevented from taking an action which he is officially not entitled?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Certiorari
D.
Habeas Corpus
Ans:
Mandamus
Explanation :
Mandamus is a judicial remedy which is in the form of an order from a superior court to any government subordinate court, corporation or public authority to do or forbear from doing some specific act which that body is obliged under law to do or refrain from doing, as the case may be, and which is in the nature of public duty and in certain cases of a statutory duty. It cannot be issued to compel an authority to do something against statutory provision. It may be a command to do an administrative action or not to take a particular action.
[24] Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
Britain
B.
Ireland
C.
USA
D.
Canada
Ans:
Ireland
Explanation :
The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Irish Constitution.
[25] In India the Supreme Command of the Armed Forces is, vested in the President. This means that in the exercise of this power -
A.
he/she cannot be regulated by law
B.
he/she shall be regulated by law
C.
during war, the President seeks advice only from the Chiefs of the Armed Forces
D.
during war the President can suspended the Fundamental Rights of citizens
Ans:
he/she shall be regulated by law
Explanation :
According to Article 53(2) of the Indian Constitution the supreme command of the Defence Forces of the Union shall be vested in the President and the exercise thereof shall be regulated by law.
Explanation :
Fundamental Rights are those rights and freedoms of the people of India, which enjoy constitutional recognition and guarantee. The Supreme Court of India and State High Courts have the power to enforce Fundamental Rights. Supreme Court is the guardian protector of fundamental rights. The right to move to the courts for securing the fundamental rights is a very valuable right of the people. Citizens can go to the Supreme Court or the high Courts for getting their fundamental rights enforced. It empowers the Courts to issue directions or orders or writs for this purpose.
[22] List of Fundamental Duties were added to the Indian Constitution as Part –
A.
Four
B.
Five
C.
Two
D.
Three
Ans:
Four
Explanation :
The Constitution (Forty-second Amendment) Act, 1976 added ten Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation in Part W of the Constitution. These duties, set out in Part IV-A of the Constitution (under a constitutional amendment) concern individuals and the nation Like the Directive Principles, they are not legally enforceable.
[23] Under which one of the following writs an official can be prevented from taking an action which he is officially not entitled?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Certiorari
D.
Habeas Corpus
Ans:
Mandamus
Explanation :
Mandamus is a judicial remedy which is in the form of an order from a superior court to any government subordinate court, corporation or public authority to do or forbear from doing some specific act which that body is obliged under law to do or refrain from doing, as the case may be, and which is in the nature of public duty and in certain cases of a statutory duty. It cannot be issued to compel an authority to do something against statutory provision. It may be a command to do an administrative action or not to take a particular action.
[24] Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
Britain
B.
Ireland
C.
USA
D.
Canada
Ans:
Ireland
Explanation :
The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Irish Constitution.
[25] In India the Supreme Command of the Armed Forces is, vested in the President. This means that in the exercise of this power -
A.
he/she cannot be regulated by law
B.
he/she shall be regulated by law
C.
during war, the President seeks advice only from the Chiefs of the Armed Forces
D.
during war the President can suspended the Fundamental Rights of citizens
Ans:
he/she shall be regulated by law
Explanation :
According to Article 53(2) of the Indian Constitution the supreme command of the Defence Forces of the Union shall be vested in the President and the exercise thereof shall be regulated by law.
Explanation :
Mandamus is a judicial remedy which is in the form of an order from a superior court to any government subordinate court, corporation or public authority to do or forbear from doing some specific act which that body is obliged under law to do or refrain from doing, as the case may be, and which is in the nature of public duty and in certain cases of a statutory duty. It cannot be issued to compel an authority to do something against statutory provision. It may be a command to do an administrative action or not to take a particular action.
[24] Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
Britain
B.
Ireland
C.
USA
D.
Canada
Ans:
Ireland
Explanation :
The makers of the Constitution of India were influenced by the Irish nationalist movement. Hence, the Directive Principles of the Indian constitution have been greatly influenced by the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Irish Constitution.
[25] In India the Supreme Command of the Armed Forces is, vested in the President. This means that in the exercise of this power -
A.
he/she cannot be regulated by law
B.
he/she shall be regulated by law
C.
during war, the President seeks advice only from the Chiefs of the Armed Forces
D.
during war the President can suspended the Fundamental Rights of citizens
Ans:
he/she shall be regulated by law
Explanation :
According to Article 53(2) of the Indian Constitution the supreme command of the Defence Forces of the Union shall be vested in the President and the exercise thereof shall be regulated by law.
Explanation :
According to Article 53(2) of the Indian Constitution the supreme command of the Defence Forces of the Union shall be vested in the President and the exercise thereof shall be regulated by law.