Origin of Indian Constitution - salient and special features, Fundamental rights, Legislature, Judiciary, Executive, Adult franchise, Human rights - One Line Questions
1.
The minimum age for exercising the right to vote in India, as per the Constitution (61st Amendment) Act, 1988, is: —
18 years
2.
The Constitution of India was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on: —
26 January 1949
3.
The Constitution of India came into effect on: —
26 January 1950
4.
The term of office for a Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) is: —
5 years
5.
The term of office for a Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) is: —
6 years
6.
The maximum strength of the Lok Sabha is stipulated to be: —
552
7.
The power of judicial review in India means that the judiciary can: —
Declare any law or executive action unconstitutional
8.
Which article of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to equality? —
Article 14
9.
Which Article prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth? —
Article 15
10.
The right to freedom of speech and expression is guaranteed under which Article? —
Article 19
11.
The abolition of untouchability is provided for under which Article? —
Article 17
12.
The right to life and personal liberty is enshrined in which Article? —
Article 21
13.
Which Article empowers Parliament to form a new State by altering the boundaries of existing States? —
Article 3
14.
Protection against double jeopardy and self-incrimination is provided under which Article? —
Article 20
15.
The right to constitutional remedies allows citizens to move the Supreme Court or High Court for the enforcement of their fundamental rights. This is guaranteed under Article: —
Article 32
16.
The President of India can declare a National Emergency under Article: —
Article 352
17.
The President's Rule in a State is imposed under Article: —
Article 356
18.
Financial Emergency can be proclaimed by the President under Article: —
Article 360
19.
The concept of Uniform Civil Code is mentioned in which Article of the Constitution? —
Article 44
20.
The President can grant pardons, reprieves, respites, or remissions of punishment under which Article? —
Article 72
21.
The Governor can grant pardons, reprieves, respites, or remissions of punishment under which Article? —
Article 161
22.
The right to freedom of religion is guaranteed under which Articles? —
Articles 25-28
23.
Cultural and Educational Rights are enshrined in which Articles? —
Articles 29-30
24.
Which of the following is NOT a salient feature of the Indian Constitution? —
Dual citizenship
25.
The executive power of the State is vested in the: —
Governor
26.
Adult franchise in India means that every citizen who has attained the age of 18 years has the right to: —
Vote in elections
27.
The Rajya Sabha is a permanent body and is not subject to dissolution. How are its members elected? —
By the members of the Legislative Assemblies of States and Union Territories
28.
Who was the Chairman of the Constituent Assembly of India? —
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
29.
The Council of Ministers in a State is collectively responsible to the: —
Legislative Assembly
30.
The President of India is elected by an electoral college consisting of: —
Elected members of both Houses of Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies
31.
The concept of adult franchise is based on the principle of: —
One person, one vote
32.
Who is the guardian of the Fundamental Rights of the citizens? —
Supreme Court
33.
Which Part of the Indian Constitution deals with Fundamental Rights? —
Part III
34.
The 'Directive Principles of State Policy' are found in which Part of the Constitution? —
Part IV
35.
The Supreme Court of India is the highest court of appeal and its powers are defined under which Part of the Constitution? —
Part V
36.
Which part of the Constitution deals with the Executive of the Union? —
Part V
37.
The real executive power in India is exercised by the: —
Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers
38.
Who is the constitutional head of the executive branch of the Union government? —
President
39.
Article 74 of the Constitution states that there shall be a Council of Ministers to aid and advise the: —
President
40.
Which fundamental right is described as the 'heart and soul' of the Constitution by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar? —
Right to Constitutional Remedies
41.
Which of the following is NOT a fundamental right? —
Right to Property
42.
The Indian Judiciary is: —
Integrated and independent
43.
The concept of 'We, the People of India' in the Preamble signifies: —
Sovereignty of the People
44.
The Indian Parliament is bicameral, consisting of the Lok Sabha and the: —
Rajya Sabha
45.
The Indian Constitution establishes a parliamentary system of government, which means: —
The executive is responsible to the legislature
46.
Who is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha? —
The Vice-President of India
47.
Which historical event is widely considered the most significant precursor to the framing of the Indian Constitution? —
The Government of India Act, 1935
48.
The concept of 'Separation of Powers' between the legislature, executive, and judiciary is a key feature of the Indian Constitution, though not rigidly followed. —
True
49.
The 'due process of law' doctrine is followed in India for the protection of life and personal liberty, similar to the US system. —
False
50.
The Indian Constitution is described as 'borrowed' because it: —
Incorporates provisions from the constitutions of various countries