Civics: constitution democracy rights duties local institutions and safety. - One Line Questions
1.
The Constitution of India was adopted on: —
26 November 1949
2.
The Constitution of India came into effect on: —
26 January 1950
3.
What is the term of office for a Gram Panchayat member? —
5 years
4.
The term of office for the President of India is: —
5 years
5.
A 'Duty' in the context of civics refers to: —
A legal obligation owed to the state or society
6.
Which Article prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth? —
Article 15
7.
Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the abolition of titles (except military and academic)? —
Article 18
8.
Freedom of speech and expression is a fundamental right under which Article? —
Article 19
9.
Which fundamental right provides protection against double jeopardy and self-incrimination? —
Article 20
10.
The fundamental right that ensures protection of life and personal liberty is guaranteed by: —
Article 21
11.
The 'Right to Education' is a fundamental right under which Article? —
Article 21A
12.
Which Article of the Constitution prohibits the exploitation of children below the age of 14? —
Article 24
13.
Which fundamental right guarantees freedom to manage religious affairs? —
Article 26
14.
The right to constitutional remedies is provided under which Article? —
Article 32
15.
The right to equality is guaranteed under which Articles of the Indian Constitution? —
Articles 14-18
16.
Universal Adult Franchise is a key feature of: —
Democracy
17.
The Gram Panchayat is the basic unit of: —
Local self-government in rural areas
18.
The primary function of the 'Gram Sabha' is to: —
Approve budgets and review the progress of the Gram Panchayat
19.
The Indian Constitution provides for: —
Both Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties
20.
The Mayor is the elected head of which local government body? —
Municipal Corporation
21.
Which of the following is an urban local government body? —
Municipal Corporation
22.
Which local institution acts as the link between the Zila Parishad and the Gram Panchayat? —
Block Samiti (Panchayat Samiti)
23.
The concept of 'Secularism' in the Indian context means: —
India has no official religion and treats all religions equally
24.
The 'Panchayati Raj System' aims to decentralize: —
Administrative and financial powers
25.
A 'Nagar Panchayat' is constituted for: —
Towns in transition from rural to urban
26.
The concept of 'Sovereignty' means that the state has: —
Internal and external independence
27.
Who is considered the architect of the Indian Constitution? —
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
28.
The head of a Gram Panchayat is called the: —
Sarpanch
29.
The Preamble to the Indian Constitution declares India as a: —
Sovereign, Socialist, Secular, Democratic Republic
30.
Which local institution is responsible for the administration of villages in India? —
Panchayat
31.
A Municipality in a large city is generally known as a: —
Municipal Corporation
32.
The responsibility of ensuring safety and security in a locality is primarily shared by: —
Citizens and local authorities
33.
The local government structure in India consists of: —
Both rural (Panchayati Raj) and urban bodies
34.
The 74th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992, deals with: —
Urban local self-government
35.
Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with Fundamental Rights? —
Part III
36.
Which part of the Constitution outlines the Directive Principles of State Policy? —
Part IV
37.
The Directive Principles of State Policy are enshrined in which part of the Constitution? —
Part IV
38.
Which of the following is considered a fundamental duty of Indian citizens? —
Respecting the national flag and anthem
39.
Democracy is a system of government where: —
Power is held by the people, directly or indirectly through representation
40.
The power to issue writs like Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, etc., is vested in: —
Supreme Court and High Courts
41.
The 'Panchayati Raj System' was first introduced in which states? —
Rajasthan and Andhra Pradesh
42.
Which fundamental right protects individuals from arbitrary arrest and detention? —
Right to Personal Liberty
43.
The concept of 'Democracy' originates from the Greek words 'demos' (people) and 'kratos' (rule), meaning: —
Rule by the people
44.
The 'Right to Freedom' covers freedoms related to: —
Speech, assembly, association, movement, residence, and profession
45.
The Preamble states that the Constitution derives its authority from: —
The People of India
46.
The concept of 'Rule of Law' implies that: —
Everyone is subject to the law, including the government
47.
Which of the following is a duty of the citizen towards the nation? —
To protect public property
48.
Which of the following is a fundamental duty of citizens? —
To protect the environment
49.
Which of the following is a fundamental duty related to national symbols? —
To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India
50.
The Constitution defines India as a: —
Federal state