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PART 1: CONSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORK
INDEX
Chapter Page No.
CHAPTER 1: HISTORICAL 3
BACKGROUND
CHAPTER 2: MAKING OF THE 5
CONSTITUTION
CHAPTER 3: SALIENT FEATURES 6
OF THE CONSTITUTION
CHAPTER 4: PREAMBLE OF THE 7
CONSTITUTION
CHAPTER 5: UNION AND ITS 8
TERRITORY
CHAPTER 6: CITIZENSHIP 9
CHAPTER 7: FUNDAMENTAL 10
RIGHTS
CHAPTER 8: DIRECTIVE 14
PRINCIPLES OF STATE POLICY
CHAPTER 9: FUNDAMENTAL 16
DUTIES
CHAPTER 10: AMENDMENT OF 17
THE CONSTITUTION
CHAPTER 11: BASIC STRUCTURE 18
OF THE CONSTITUTION
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CHAPTER 1: HISTORICAL BACKGROUND
1. With respect to the Regulating Act of 1773, (d) 2, 3 and 4 only
consider the following statements:
1. The British Parliament declared 4. Which of the following statement(s) is/are
Company’s territories in India as British correct with respect to the Police system in India?
possessions under this Act. 1. Lord Cornwallis modernised the old
2. Company became subordinate department Indian system of thanas under a daroga.
of British Govt as per this Act. 2. Lord William Bentinck had declared that
3. The British Cabinet was given the right to the Collector/Magistrate would head the
exercise control over Indian affairs for the police force in his/her jurisdiction.
first time under this Act. Select correct answer using codes given below.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? (a) 1 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only
(b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(d) 3 only
5. Which of the following statement(s) is/are not
2. Consider the following statement(s) with correct with respect to the Civil Services during
respect to the Cornwallis Code laid down for the British India?
judiciary during the Company Rule: 1. Cornwallis introduced the system of
1. The principle of Sovereignty of Law was promotions through seniority among civil
established in British India. servants in India.
2. There was separation of revenue and 2. Wellesley established the East India
justice administration. College at Haileybury in England to impart
3. The Government officials were two years’ training to the recruits of civil
answerable to the civil courts for their services.
actions in official duty. 3. The Charter Act of 1853 introduced that
Which of the above statements are correct? the recruitment would be done through an
(a) 1 and 2 only open competition in India.
(b) 2 and 3 only Select correct answer using codes given below.
(c) 1 and 3 only (a) 1 and 2 only
(d) All of the above (b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
3. Consider the following statements with respect (d) 3 only
to ‘The Charter Act of 1833’:
1. A highly centralized administrative setup 6. With reference to the system of Judiciary under
was introduced in India. the Company rule, which of the following
2. The monopoly of East India Company was statements are not correct?
abolished in all sectors. 1. Robert Clive introduced District Diwani
3. A Law member was introduced as a full Adalats and FaujdariAdalats.
member of the Governor General’s 2. In case of District Faujdari Adalats and
executive council. Diwani Adalats, all native Indians were
4. Europeans could buy and possess land and subjected to the same laws.
property in India as per the provisions of 3. The Regulating Act of 1773 established a
this Act. Supreme Court at Calcutta which was
Which of the above statements are correct? competent to try all Indians but excluded
(a) 1 and 2 only British Subjects.
(b) 1, 2, and 4 only Select the correct answer using the codes given
(c) 1, 3, and 4 only below.
(a) 1 and 2 only 3. The power to decide about the
(b) 2 and 3 only categorization of subjects into provincial
(c) 1 and 3 only and central domain was with the courts as
(d) 1, 2 and 3 per the Government of India Act, 1919.
Which of the above statements are correct?
7. Consider the following statements with respect (a) 1 and 2 only
to Lord Macaulay’s Minute: (b) 2 and 3 only
1. It decided that the government will devote (c) 1, 2 and 3
funds to the teaching of Western Science (d) None of the above
and Literature through the medium of
English alone. 10. Which of the following statements with
2. It recognized the importance of female and respect to the Government of India Act of 1858 is
vocational education through Government not correct?
help. (a) The powers of the British Crown were
3. Lord Macaulay advocated the shutting exercised by the Secretary of State for
down of all colleges where only Eastern India.
Philosophy and subjects were taught. (b) The Council of India was comprised
Which of the above statements are correct? exclusively of people from British India.
(a) 1 and 2 only (c) The administration of the country was of
(b) 2 and 3 only unitary in nature.
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) The entire machinery of administration
(d) All of the above was bureaucratic in nature.
8. Consider the following statements with respect 11. Which one of the following statements reflects
to decentralization of administration under the shortcoming of the Government of India Act,
British Rule: 1919?
1. Under Mayo’s Resolution of 1870, the (a) There was no provision for collective
Provincial Governments were authorized responsibility of the ministers to the
to resort to local taxation. Provincial Legislature.
2. Lytton divided all source of revenues into (b) The members of the Indian Civil Services
three groups i.e. General, Provincial, and were responsible to the Ministers.
Concurrent. (c) The Diarchy was introduced at the Central
3. Ripon’s Resolution of 1882 entrusted local level.
bodies with powers of taxation and definite (d) The Secretary of State for India was paid
source of revenues. by the Indian Exchequer.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only 12. Consider the following statements:
(b) 1 and 3 only 1. Under the Indian Council Act of 1909,
(c) 3 only women were given rights to vote for the
(d) All of the above first time in British India.
2. Govt of India Act of 1919 gave Right to
9. Consider the following statements with respect contest in elections to women in India.
to the constitutional development in the British 3. Separate electorate to women was
India: provided by Govt of India Act of 1935.
1. The Government of India Act, 1915 was Which of the above statement(s) is/are not
enacted to consolidate all the preceding correct?
Government of India Acts. (a) 1 and 2 only
2. The Government of India Act, 1919 divided (b) 2 only
the subjects of administration into two (c) 1 and 3 only
categories i.e. central and provincial. (d) 2 and 3 only
CHAPTER 2: MAKING OF THE CONSTITUTION
13. Consider following statements with respect to Select correct answer using codes given below.
the composition of Constituent Assembly: (a) 1 and 2 only
1. M. N. Roy was the only member (b) 2 and 3 only
representing Communist Party of India in (c) 3 only
the Constituent Assembly. (d) 1 and 3 only
2. B.N. Rau was appointed as Constitutional
advisor to Constituent Assembly. 16. Consider following statements with respect to
3. Muslim League members elected from the minor committees of Constituent Assemblies:
Indian Dominion gave up membership of 1. Even non-assembly-members were
the Constituent Assembly after partition. chairman of minor committees.
Which of above statement(s) is/are not correct? 2. Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the chairman of
(a) 1 and 2 only Finance and Staff Committee.
(b) 2 and 3 only 3. Ad-hoc committee on National flag was
(c) 1 and 3 only chaired by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.
(d) 3 only Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
14. With respect to working of Constituent (b) 2 and 3 only
Assembly, consider following statements: (c) 1 only
1. It was made a fully sovereign body. (d) All of the above
2. It elected the first President of India.
3. It rejected the India’s membership of the 17. With reference to the enforcement of the
Commonwealth. Constitution, consider the following statements:
Which of the above statements are correct? 1. With the commencement of Constitution,
(a) 1 and 2 only the Government of India Act of 1935 as
(b) 2 and 3 only well as the Indian Independence Act of
(c) 1 and 3 only 1947 was repealed.
(d) 1, 2 and 3 2. Fundamental Rights of Constitution were
come into force on 26th November, 1946.
15. Which following pairs are correctly matched? 3. National flag of India was adopted on 26th
Constituent Assembly Chairman January, 1950 by the Constituent
Committees Assembly.
1. Provincial Constitution Jawahar Lal Nehru Which of above statement(s) is/are not correct?
Committee (a) 1 and 2 only
2. Committee for Sardar Vallabhbhai (b) 2 and 3 only
Negotiating with States Patel (c) 1 and 3 only
(State Committee) (d) 3 only
3. Steering Committee Rajendra Prasad
CHAPTER 3: SALIENT FEATURES OF THE CONSTITUTION

18. Consider the following statements: 5. Written Constitution
1. Ninth Schedule was introduced by the 7th Select correct answer using codes given below:
Constitutional Amendment Act, 1956. (a) Only two options are correct
2. The Ninth Schedule of Indian Constitution (b) Only three options are correct
is barred from Judicial Review. (c) Only four options are correct
3. The Fifth Schedule of Indian Constitution (d) All the five options are correct
deals mainly with Scheduled Areas.
Which of the above statements are not correct? 22. Which of the following pair(s) is/are correctly
(a) 1 and 2 only matched?
(b) 2 and 3 only Sources Features Borrowed
(c) 1 and 3 only 1. USA Constitution Model of Federalism
(d) 1, 2 and 3 2. British Constitution Procedure established by
Law
19. Consider the following statements with respect 3. Australian Joint Sitting of the two
to the first cabinet of Independent India formed Constitution houses of Parliament
after partition: Select the correct answer using the codes given
1. Sardar Patel was India’s first Deputy below.
Prime Minister. (a) 1 and 2 only
2. Even the Non-Indian National Congress (b) 1 and 3 only
(INC) members were given place in the (c) 3 only
first cabinet. (d) 2 and 3 only
3. Rajendra Prasad was also a member of the
cabinet under leadership of Prime Minister 23. Which of the following element(s) depict the
Jawaharlal Nehru. salient features of the Indian Constitution?
Which of the above statements are correct? 1. Principal of Judicial Supremacy
(a) 1 and 2 only 2. Principal of Parliamentary Sovereignty
(b) 2 and 3 only 3. Due process of Law
(c) 1 and 3 only Select the correct answer using the codes
(d) 1, 2 and 3 given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
20. Which of the following is the core feature of (b) 2 and 3 only
parliamentary type of Government? (c) 3 only
(a) There is a presence of an assembly of (d) 1 and 3 only
elected members having the power to
legislate for whole of the country. 24. Which of the following features of Indian
(b) It has the posts of President as well as Constitution were borrowed from the Government
Prime Minister in Government. of India Act, 1935?
(c) There is collective responsibility of the 1. Office of Governor
Executive to the Legislature. 2. Single Citizenship
(d) Legislature should be a sovereign body. 3. Emergency Provisions
4. Concurrent List
21. Which of the following is/are federal feature(s) Select the correct answer using the codes given
of Indian Constitution? below:
1. Presence of bicameralism (a) 1 and 2 only
2. Supremacy of Constitution (b) 1 and 3 only
3. Single Constitution (c) 2, 3 and 4 only
4. All-India Services (d) 1, 3 and 4 only
CHAPTER 4: PREAMBLE OF THE CONSTITUTION
25. Consider the following statements: 3. Protection of socio-economic rights by the
1. The word Federation is mentioned in the state
7th Schedule of India Constitution for Select correct answer using codes given below:
representing division of powers. (a) 1 and 2 only
2. The word Secularism was added to the (b) 2 and 3 only
Preamble after the 42nd Amendment Act, (c) 3 only
1976. (d) 1 and 3 only
3. The Right to form Cooperative Societies
was added under Fundamental Rights by 29. The Preamble of the Indian Constitution
the 97th Constitutional Amendment. depicts us about which of the following notions?
Which of the above statements are correct? 1. Source of authority of the Constitution
(a) 1 and 2 only 2. Nature of Indian state
(b) 2 and 3 only 3. Powers with the Government of India
(c) 1 and 3 only 4. Objectives of Indian Constitution
(d) All of the above Select the correct answer using the codes given
below:
26. Consider the following statements regarding (a) 1, 2 and 3 only
the Preamble of Indian Constitution: (b) 1, 2 and 4 only
1. In Berubari Union Case, the Supreme Court (c) 2, 3 and 4 only
held that the Preamble is a part of (d) 1, 3 and 4 only
Constitution.
2. The Preamble has been amended only twice 30. Which of the following forms of ‘Equality’s
till now. mentioned in the Preamble of Indian Constitution?
3. The Preamble is a source of power to the 1. Equality before law
legislature and it may act as a prohibition 2. Equality of opportunity
upon the legislature. 3. Equality of status
Which of the above statement (s) is/are not 4. Equal protection of law
correct? Select correct answer using codes given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only (a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only (c) 1, 2 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1, 3 and 4 only
27. What does the word ‘Republic’ in the 31. With respect to the Preamble, consider the
Preamble of Indian Constitution implies? following statements:
1. Political Sovereignty vests in the people 1. The Preamble declares that the state has to
2. Country will have a elected head assure the dignity of the individual.
3. Public offices being opened to every citizen 2. The word Integrity was added by the 44th
Select correct answer using codes given below: Amendment Act.
(a) 1 and 2 only 3. The phrase Unity and Integrity of nation
(b) 2 and 3 only covers territorial as well as psychological
(c) 1 and 3 only dimensions of national integration.
(d) 1, 2 and 3 Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
28. What does the ‘Positive Liberty’ imply? (b) 2 only
1. Realising freedom in the absence of state (c) 1 and 3 only
2. Capacity building by the state (d) 1, 2 and 3
CHAPTER 5: UNION AND ITS TERRITORY
32. Consider the following statements: 3. The Bill referred to the State Legislature
1. The term Union of India has a wider must be passed by simple majority to get
expression than the Territory of India. introduced in the Parliament.
2. The Constitution has provisions to deal with Which of the above statements are correct?
establishment of new states that are not (a) 1 and 2 only
part of India. (b) 2 and 3 only
3. India can cede a part of its territory to a (c) 1 and 3 only
foreign state because it is a Sovereign (d) 1, 2 and 3
State.
Which of the above statements are correct? 34. Consider the following statements:
(a) 1 and 2 only 1. Sikkim was one of the Indian Princely State
(b) 2 and 3 only before 1947.
(c) 1 and 3 only 2. Meghalaya was the first territory to be given
(d) 1, 2 and 3 the status of sub-state.
3. During the time of Independence, Manipur
33. With respect to the formation of a new state by and Mizoram were part of Assam.
the Parliament under Article 3, consider the Which of the above statements are correct?
following statements: (a) 1 and 2 only
1. It should be introduced only with the prior (b) 2 and 3 only
recommendation of the President. (c) 1 and 3 only
2. It should be compulsorily referred to the (d) 1, 2 and 3
state legislature concerned for a specified
period.
CHAPTER 6: CITIZENSHIP
35. Consider the following statements regarding 2. No person who is or has been a citizen of
the Citizenship provisions applicable in India: Pakistan and Bangladesh shall be eligible
1. Friendly and enemy aliens are treated to be registered as OCI cardholder in India.
equally so far as the Fundamental Rights Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
are concerned. (a) 1 only
2. Unlike in USA, a naturalised citizen in (b) 2 only
India can become President. (c) Both 1 and 2
3. Right to elementary education in India is (d) Neither 1 nor 2
also available to friendly aliens.
Which of the above statements are correct? 38. Consider the following statements with respect
(a) 1 and 2 only to the Citizenship Act, 1955:
(b) 2 and 3 only 1. Everyone born in India, including children
(c) 1 and 3 only of foreign diplomats posted in India can
(d) 1, 2 and 3 acquire Indian citizenship by birth.
2. The concept of single citizenship in India
36. Consider the following statements regarding was borrowed from the British
the Constitutional provisions related to the Constitution.
citizenship in India: Which of the above statement(s)is/are correct?
1. The Constitution in itself deals with the (a) 1 only
problems of acquisition or loss of (b) 2 only
citizenship subsequent to the (c) Both 1 and 2
commencement of Constitution. (d) Neither 1 nor 2
2. The Parliament as well as the State
Legislature shall have the power to make 39. Consider the following statements with respect
any provision with respect to the to Citizenship of India:
citizenship. 1. The Central Government may
Which of the above statement(s)is/are correct? compulsorily register every citizen of
(a) 1 only India and issue national identity card to
(b) 2 only him as per the provisions of the
(c) Both 1 and 2 Citizenship Act, 1955.
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. The Ministry of External Affairs deals
with acquisition of Indian citizenship.
37. Consider the following statements with respect Which of the above statement(s)is/are correct?
to the Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) Cardholder: (a) 1 only
1. The OCI cardholders have the right to vote (b) 2 only
in India. (c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
CHAPTER 7: FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS
40. With reference to the Fundamental Rights, Select the correct answer using the codes given
consider the following statements: below:
1. All of the Fundamental Rights provide (a) Only two statements are correct
protection against the arbitrary action of (b) Only three statements are correct
the State. (c) Only four statements are correct
2. All of the Fundamental Rights are available (d) All five statements are correct
to the citizens only.
3. The Fundamental Rights can be suspended 44. On the grounds of contravention of any of the
under all types of emergency mentioned in Fundamental Rights, consider the following
the Constitution. statements:
Which of the above statements are not correct? 1. The Supreme Court can declare any Law of
(a) 1 and 2 only Parliament as well as of State Legislature
(b) 1 and 3 only null and void.
(c) 2 and 3 only 2. The High Courts can declare any law null
(d) 1, 2 and 3 and void which are passed by the State
Legislature but not by the Parliament.
41. Under which of the following Case, the 3. The term Law mentioned in the Article 12
Supreme had held Fundamental Rights are excludes Constitutional Amendment Acts
sacrosanct and Parliament cannot curtail them? as well as non-legislative sources of law.
(a) Kesavananda Bharti vs. State of Kerala, Which of the above statement(s) is/are not
1973 correct?
(b) A K Gopalan vs. State of Madras, 1950 (a) 1 and 2 only
(c) Golaknath vs. State of Punjab, 1967 (b) 2 and 3 only
(d) Minerva Mills vs. Union of India, 1980 (c) 2 only
(d) 1 and 3 only
42. The Supreme Court in various cases had held
the Fundamental Rights are qualified in nature. 45. Consider the following statements regarding
What does it imply? the ‘Right to Equality’ under Article 14:
(a) It means Parliament can repeal any of the 1. The concept of equality before law involves
Fundamental Rights. the idea of absolute equality amongst all
(b) It means any law or statutory enactment the citizens.
enforcing Fundamental Rights will not to 2. The concept of equal protection of laws
violate the Basic Structure Doctrine. implies that the like should be treated alike
(c) It means Parliament can impose reasonable without any discrimination.
restrictions on application of the 3. The Supreme Court has held that the Article
Fundamental Rights. 14 should be applied where equals and
(d) It means Fundamental Rights can be unequals are treated differently.
applied in some specific cases and not in Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
all cases. (a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 only
43. As per Article 12 of the Constitution, which of (c) 1 and 3 only
the following organs have been included in the (d) 2 and 3 only
definition of ‘state’?
1. Executive of Union Government 46. Consider the following statements:
2. Legislature of State Government 1. As per Article 16, the State Legislatures are
3. Municipality empowered to prescribe residence as a
4. Supreme Court condition for certain employments in the
5. Gram Sabha State.
2. The provision of reservation for weaker 2. The State can impose Compulsory services
sections under Article 16 includes for public purposes without any
scientific and technical posts as well. remuneration as per Article 23.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are not Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
correct? (a) 1only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
50. With reference to the Freedom of Religion,
47. With reference to the Article 20, consider the consider the following statements:
following statements: 1. The State has power to regulate any
1. Ex-post facto law is applicable in civil economic or political activity associated
cases and not in criminal cases. with religious practices.
2. Protection against self-incrimination 2. The right to convert another person to one’s
extends only to oral evidence but not to own religion is covered under the Right to
documentary evidences. Freedom of Religion in India.
3. Protection against double jeopardy is 3. The rights under the Article 25 are not
available in proceedings before a court of absolute in nature.
law as well as before departmental Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
proceedings. (a) 1 only
Which of the above statements are not correct? (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (c) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3 51. Consider the following statements:
1. The Article 25 guarantees rights of
48. With reference to Right against exploitation individuals while Article 26 protects
under the Article 23, which of the following collective freedom of religion.
statements is/are correct? 2. The Articles 25 and 26, both are subject to
1. It protects individuals not only against other provisions relating to the
actions of the State but also against private Fundamental Rights.
persons. 3. The Article 27 suggests the Public Money
2. It is available only to Indian citizens and not cannot be used for the promotion or
to foreigners. maintenance of any or all religions.
3. It also prohibits the practice of slavery in Which of the above statements are not correct?
India. (a) 1 and 2 only
Select the correct answer using the codes given (b) 2 and 3 only
below: (c) 1 and 3 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (d) All of the above
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only 52. Which one of the following Articles includes
(d) 1, 2 and 3 right of a minority to impart education to its
children in its own language?
49. With reference to the Rights against (a) Article 29
Exploitation consider the following statements: (b) Article 30
1. The Article 24 of Constitution prohibits the (c) Article 21A
employment of children below the age of (d) Article 26
14 years.
53. Consider the following statements regarding 1. The writ of Habeas Corpus is available
cultural and educational rights: against both public as well as private
1. These rights do not prohibit denial of individuals.
admission into any educational institutions 2. It is can be issued in the case when detention
to citizens on the basis of place of birth or is lawful.
residence. 3. It is not issued when the proceedings is for
2. The rights under Article 29 and 30, both are contempt of a legislature.
available only to the linguistic minorities. Which of the above statements are correct?
3. The Constitution has clearly defined the (a) 1 and 2 only
term minority in linguistic and religious (b) 2 and 3 only
terms. (c) 1 and 3 only
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? (d) 1, 2 and 3
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only 57. Consider the following statements regarding
(c) 1 and 3 only Right to Constitutional remedies:
(d) None of the above 1. The writ jurisdiction of the Supreme Court
is wider than that of the High Courts.
54. With reference to the writ of ‘Mandamus’, 2. The Parliament can empower any court
consider the following statements: (excluding Supreme and High courts) to
1. It can be issued against any private issue writs to enforce Fundamental Rights.
individual or body. 3. The Parliament has empowered the District
2. It cannot be issued against the Chief Justice Courts to issue writs under Article 32.
of a High Court if he is acting in his Which of the above statement (s) is/are not
judicial capacity. correct?
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(b) 2 only (c) 1 and 3 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) 1, 2 and 3
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
58. With reference to the Article 33 of Indian
55. With respect to the writ of ‘Certiorari’, which constitution, consider the following statements:
of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The Parliament as well as State Assemblies
1. The writ of Certiorari can is issued against can make laws to restrict Fundamental
administrative authorities. Rights of police forces.
2. The writ of Certiorari is not available 2. The term 'armed forces' also include non-
against Parliament or State Assemblies. combatant employees whose Fundamental
3. It is curative as well as preventive in nature. Rights can be restricted.
Select the correct answer using the codes given 3. The Parliament can exclude court martial
below: from the writ jurisdiction of the High
(a) 1 and 2 only Courts and the Supreme Court.
(b) 2 and 3 only Which of the above statements are correct?
(d) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
59. With reference to the Martial Law, consider
56. Consider the following statements regarding the following statements:
the writ of 'Habeas Corpus' under the Indian 1. The Parliament and the State Assemblies,
Constitution: both have powers to indemnify any
government servant for any act done by 1. The power to make law for prescribing
him to restore law and order. residence as a condition for employment in
2. The Parliament cannot indemnify any a State.
person who is not a government servant. 2. To reform or throw open Hindu religious
3. This Act of Indemnity does not come within institutions with public character to all the
the ambit ofjudicial review power of the sections of Hindus.
Supreme Court. 3. Restricting Fundamental Rights of the
Which of the above statement (s) is/are not Armed forces.
correct? Select the correct answer using the codes given
(a) 1 and 2 only below:
(b) 2 only (a) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(d) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
60. Which of the following statements is/are
correct with reference to the Article 34? 63. With respect to the 'Right to Property',
1. It clearly authorizes the executive to declare consider the following statements:
martial law in areas it deemed fit. 1. The Right to Property is a Constitutional
2. The declaration of Martial Law in itself right.
results in the suspension of the writ of 2. The Right to Property can be curtailed by an
Habeas Corpus. ordinary law of the Parliament.
3. The Martial law affects Centre-state 3. There is a guaranteed right to compensation
relations and distribution of revenues in in case of acquisition of private property
the same manner as in the case of National by the state.
Emergency. 4. The private property is protected neither
Select the correct answer using the codes given against legislative action nor against
below. executive action.
(a) 1 and 2 only Which of the above statement (s) is/are correct?
(b) 2 only (a) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only (b) 1, 2 and 4 only
(d) None of the above (c) 2, 3 and 4 only
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only
61. Consider the following offences violating the
Fundamental Rights: 64. Consider the following statements regarding
1. Untouchability the 86th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2002:
2. Begar 1. It made elementary education a fundamental
3. Trafficking in human beings right under Article 21A.
For which of the above offences, only the 2. The Amended Article 45 now gives
Parliament (and Not State) can prescribe Directives to the state to provide early
punishment? childhood care and education for all
(a) 1 only children until they complete the age of 6
(b) 2 and 3 only years.
(c) 1 and 3 only Which of above statement(s) is/are correct?
(d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
62. Which of the following is/are within the (c) Both 1 and 2
exclusive powers of the Parliament under Article (d) Neither 1 nor 2
35?
CHAPTER 8: DIRECTIVE PRINCIPLES OF STATE POLICY
65. Which of the following steps helps in 2. Indian Socialism is highly inspired by
achieving the directive mentioned in the Article 50 Gandhiji.
of Indian Constitution? Which of the above statement (s) is/are correct?
1. Enactment of the Legal Services (a) 1 only
Authorities Act, 1987 (b) 2 only
2. Enactment of The Criminal Procedure (c) Both 1 and 2
Code, 1973 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
3. Creation of All-India Services
Select the correct answer using the codes given 69. Consider the following statements regarding
below: the 103rd Constitutional Amendment Act:
(a) 1 only 1. It is inspired by the provisions contained in
(b) 1 and 2 only the Article 46 of the Constitution of India.
(c) 2 only 2. It is not applicable on admissions to private
(d) 2and 3 only higher educational institutions.
3. It is not applicable to those groups who are
66. Which of the following directives (outside part covered under others provisions of
IV) are justiciable in nature? reservation.
1. Development of the Hindi Language Which of the above statements are correct?
2. Claims of SCs and STs to Services (a) 1 and 2 only
3. Instruction in mother tongue at the primary (b) 2 and 3 only
stage of Education (c) 1 and 3 only
Select correct answer using codes given below: (d) 1, 2 and 3
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 only 70. Consider the following statements regarding
(c) 1 and 3 only the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs):
(d) None of the above 1. The framers of Constitution borrowed idea
of DPSPs from erstwhile Soviet Union.
67. Consider the following statements: 2. The DPSPs aim at realising high ideals of
1. The part IV of Constitution has been justice, liberty and equality as outlined in
amended thrice till now. the Preamble of Indian Constitution.
2. The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 added a 3. It contains socio-economic as well as
directive principle which requires the State political program for a modern state.
to minimise inequalities in income, status, Which of the above statement (s) is/are correct?
facilities and opportunities. (a) 1 and 2 only
3. The 44th Amendment Act of 1978 added (b) 2 and 3 only
directive principle which requires the State (c) 2 only
to provide free legal aid to the poor. (d) 1 and 3 only
Which of above statement (s) is/are not correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only 71. With reference to the Directive Principles of
(b) 2 only State Policy (DPSPs), consider the following
(c) 1 and 3 only statements:
(d) 1, 2 and 3 1. As per Article 37, it shall be duty of state to
apply these principles in making laws.
68. With reference to the concept of Socialism, 2. Provisions of DPSPs cannot be used to
consider the following statements: claim Rights by citizens in court of law.
1. Indian brand of Socialism is a form of State 3. The DPSPs are the important feature of
sponsored Socialism. Constitution which aims at establishing a
welfare state.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? (b) 2 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3 75. Consider following statements regarding
Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs) under
72. Consider the following Directives under Part part IV:
IV of Indian Constitution: 1. It enables the opposition to exercise
1. To provide free legal aid to the poor influence and control over operation of the
2. To promote educational and economic government.
interests of the Scheduled Castes and 2. It facilitates continuity in domestic and
Tribes foreign policy in spite of the changes of the
3. To make provision for just and humane party in power.
conditions of work and maternity relief 3. It serves as crucial test for the performance
4. Opportunities for the healthy development of the government.
of children Which of the above statement (s) is/are correct?
Which of the above DPSP is/are generally (a) 1 and 2 only
categorised as Socialistic principles? (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 1, 2 and 3only (c) 1 and 3 only
(b) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only
(d) All of the above 76. Which of the following Directives are not
mentioned in the part IV of Indian Constitution?
73. Which of the following Directives are 1. To raise the level of nutrition and to
generally categorised as Gandhian principles? improve public health
1. To organise village panchayats 2. To provide adequate facilities for
2. To promote voluntary formation and instruction in mother-tongue at the
autonomous functioning of Cooperative primary stage of education to children
Societies 3. The claims of SCs and STs to government
3. To protect weaker sections of society from services
the social injustice and exploitation Select correct answer using codes given below:
4. To promote international peace and security (a) 1 and 2 only
Select correct answer using codes given below: (b) 2 and 3 only
(b) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only
(d) All of the above 77. Which of the following Acts or initiatives
implement the Socialist Directive Principles?
74. Consider the following Directives under Part 1. Establishment of Khadi and Village
IV of Indian constitution: Industries Board
1. To protect and improve the environment 2. Maternity Benefits Act, 2017
2. To protect monuments, place of artistic or 3. Establishment of Primary Health Centers
historic interest which are declared to be of and Hospitals
national importance Select correct answer using codes given below:
3. To prohibit the consumption of intoxicating (a) 1 and 2 only
drinks and drugs (b) 2 and 3 only
Which of the above DPSPs is/are liberal- (c) 1 and 3 only
intellectual principles? (d) 1, 2 and 3
(a) 1 and 2 only
CHAPTER 9: FUNDAMENTAL DUTIES
78. Consider the following statements regarding (c) 1 and 3 only
the Swaran Singh Committee (1976): (d) 1, 2 and 3
1. It recommended the Parliament may
provide for the imposition of penalty or 80. Which of the following is/are included in
punishment for any non-compliance with Article 51A of Indian Constitution?
any of the Fundamental Duties. 1. To safeguard public property and abjure
2. It recommended duty to pay taxes should be violence
included in the Fundamental Duties. 2. To have compassion for loving creatures
3. It recommended incorporation of fifteen 3. To promote fraternity and uphold social
Fundamental Duties out of which ten were justice
adopted. 4. To strive towards excellence in all spheres
Which of the above statement (s) is/are correct? of individual and collective activity
(a) 1 and 2 only Select the correct answer using the codes given
(b) 2 and 3 only below:
(d) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1, 2 and 4 only
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only
79. Consider the following statements regarding (d) 1, 3 and 4 only
the Fundamental Duties:
1. These were adopted on the 81. Consider the following statements with
recommendation of Swaran Singh regards to the Fundamental Duties:
Committee which was set up by the 1. They are applicable only to Indian citizens
Planning Commission. only and not to foreigners.
2. India is the only democratic country in the 2. They can be made enforceable by a law
world to adopt Fundamental Duties in the passed by the Parliament.
Constitution. 3. These duties can help in determining the
3. Incorporation of Fundamental Duties was constitutional validity of a law.
inspired by erstwhile Soviet Union. Which of the above statement (s) is/are correct?
Which of the above statement (s) is/are not (a) 1 and 2 only
correct? (b) 2 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
CHAPTER 10: AMENDMENT OF THE CONSTITUTION
82. Consider the following statements with respect (a) 1 and 2 only
to the Constitutional Amendment Act: (b) 2 and 3 only
1. There is no provision for holding a joint (c) 1 and 3 only
sitting of the two Houses for the passage of (d) 1, 2 and 3
such bill.
2. The President can return this bill for 85. Which of the following provisions can be
reconsideration only once to the amended by special majority of the Parliament and
Parliament. with the consent of half of state legislatures?
3. Only a minister can introduce a 1. Representation of states in Parliament
Constitutional Amendment bill in the 2. Elections to Parliament and state
Parliament. legislatures
Which of the above statement (s) is/are not 3. Goods and Services Tax Council
correct? Select the correct answer using the codes given
(a) 1 and 2 only below:
(b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3 only
83. Which of the following bills require prior
permission of the President in the Parliament for 86. Consider the following statements:
introduction in Parliament? 1. The Supreme Court has held that the Right
1. A State Reorganization Bill to Constitutional Remedies is the Basic
2. A Money Bill Feature of the Constitution.
3. A Constitutional Amendment Bill 2. The Article 32 can be invoked to determine
Select the correct answer using the codes given the constitutionality of any executive order
below. or legislation if it goes against any part of
(a) 1 and 2 only the Constitution.
(b) 2 and 3 only 3. The Article 32 gives power to issue writs to
(c) 1 and 3 only the Supreme Court as well as to the High
(d) 1, 2 and 3 Courts.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are not
84. Which of following provisions can be correct?
amended by a simple majority in the Parliament? (a) 1 and 2 only
1. Quorum in Parliament (b) 2 and 3 only
2. Directive Principles of State Policy (c) 1 and 3 only
3. Use of Official Language (d) 3 only
Select the correct answer using the codes given
below.
CHAPTER 11: BASIC STRUCTURE OF THE CONSTITUTION
87. Which one of the following countries does not Which of the above statement (s) is/are not
have any written Constitution? correct?
(a) United Kingdom (a) 1 and 2 only
(b) Australia (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) Canada (c) 2 only
(d) Japan (d) 1 and 3 only
88. Consider the following statements: 89. Which of the following features have been
1. The Doctrine of Basic Structure was first declared by the Supreme Court as part of the Basic
mentioned in the Shankari Prasad case Structure of Indian Constitution?
(1951). 1. Federalism
2. In the Indira Nehru Gandhi case (1976), the 2. Secularism
Supreme Court first time used Doctrine of 3. Judicial review
Basic Structure to invalidate any 4. Parliamentary System
Constitutional Amendment Act. Select the correct answer using the codes given
3. The 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act below:
had removed all limitations on the (a) 1 and 2 only
Constituent Power of the Parliament under (b) 1, 2 and 4 only
Article 368. (c) 2, 3 and 4 only
(d) All of the above
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