1. Which of the following statements relating to the historic Objectives Resolution, which was adopted by the Constituent Assembly, is/are correct?
1. The Objectives Resolution inspired the shaping of the Constitution through all its subsequent stages.
2. It was not just a Resolution, but a firm declaration, a firm resolve and a pledge.
3. It provided the underlying philosophy of our Constitution.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1 and 2 only only
B. 2 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. 2 and 3 only
Statement 1 is correct:
The Objectives Resolution, introduced by Jawaharlal Nehru, served as the guiding framework for the Constitution. It laid out the fundamental principles and philosophy upon which the Constitution would be built. This guiding document influenced the Constitution throughout its development.
Statement 2 is correct:
The Objectives Resolution was more than just a simple resolution. It was a solemn declaration of the Constituent Assembly's commitment to certain values. It was a pledge to the people of India regarding the type of nation they would build. This firm resolve and pledge is reflected in its wording.
Statement 3 is correct:
The Objectives Resolution provided the underlying philosophy of the Constitution. It outlined the basic principles and aspirations of the Indian people, which became the foundation for the Constitution's structure and content. These principles included sovereignty, justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity.
2. Under which of the following Amendment Acts was Sikkim admitted into the Union of India?
A. 35th
B. 36th
C. 37th
D. 38th
The 36th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1975 granted Sikkim full statehood within the Union of India, making it the 22nd state.
3. Which one of the following statements about the Constitution of India is correct?
A. It was framed between December 1946 and December 1949.
B. The drafts of the constitution were discussed in public meetings.
C. It is the shortest document of a constitution in the world.
D. It came fully into operation immediately after the drafting was completed in December 1949.
The Constituent Assembly of India began its work on framing the Constitution in December 1946 and completed the draft by November 1949. Therefore, option (a) accurately reflects the timeframe of the Constitution's creation.
4. Which of the following statements about the Constitution of India is/are correct?
1. The objectives resolution was moved by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
2. Dr B.R. Ambedkar served as the chairman of the drafting committee in his capacity as the Law Minister.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Statement 2 is correct:
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar was indeed the chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution. He held this position when he served as the Law Minister.
Statement 1 is incorrect:
The Objectives Resolution was moved by Jawaharlal Nehru, not Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The Objectives Resolution later became the Preamble of the Indian Constitution.
5. The federal systems of India and the USA are different in all the following respects, except
A. State's representation in the Upper House
B. dual citizenship
C. dual system of Courts
D. dual Government
Both India and the USA have a dual system of government, meaning there are separate central and state governments operating with distinct powers. This is a key feature of federalism, so option (d) is not a difference between the two systems.
6. Sikkim became an associate State of the Indian Union through?
A. The Constitution 36th Amendment Act, 1975
B. The Constitution 7th Amendment Act, 1956
C. The Constitution 35 Amendment Act, 1974
D. The Constitution 5 Amendment Act, 1955
7. Which one of the following is the correct combination of languages included in the 8th Schedule of the Constitution of India?
A. Nepali, Konkani, Tulu and Santhall
B. Santhall, Urdu, Konkani and Maithili
C. Santhali, Konkani, Bhojpuri and Urdu
D. Dogri, Konkani, Bhojpurl and Urdu
The Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution currently lists 22 languages, and the combination of Santhali, Urdu, Konkani, and Maithili are all included within that list.
Key points about the Eighth Schedule:
8. Which of the following is correct about the heading of the Article 162 of the Constitution of India?
A. Executive Power of State
B. Conditions of Governors office
C. Term of the office of Governor
D. Extension of Executive Power of State
Article 162 of the Indian Constitution deals with the extent of the executive power of a state, hence the correct answer is "Extension of Executive Power of State".
9. With reference to the federal system in India, which of the statement(s) is/are correct?
1. States have no right to secede from the Union under the Constitution of India.
2. Just advocacy of secession will have the protection of freedom of expression.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Statement 1 is correct:
The Indian Constitution describes India as a "Union of States," implying that states cannot secede from the Union; this is supported by Article 1 of the Constitution.
Statement 2 is incorrect:
While freedom of expression is guaranteed in India, advocating for secession can be considered unlawful as it undermines the territorial integrity and unity of the nation. The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, passed in 1967, explicitly criminalizes activities that aim to disrupt the sovereignty of India.
10. What is the legal nature of the Preamble of the Constitution?
A. It is enforceable.
B. It is not enforceable.
C. It may be enforced in special circumstances.
D. None of the above.
11. Which Constitutional Amendment Act enjoined upon the State to provide free and compulsory education to all children of the age of six to fourteen years?
A. The 85th Amendment Act
B. The 86th Amendment Act
C. The 87th Amendment Act
D. The 88th Amendment Act
The 86th Constitutional Amendment Act, enacted in 2002, inserted Article 21A into the Indian Constitution, which guarantees the right to free and compulsory education for all children between the ages of 6 and 14.
Key points about the other options:
12. Which of the following statements about the territory of India is/are correct?
1. It comprises of the territories of the States.
2. It comprises the Union Territories specified in the First Schedule.
3. It may include other acquired territories.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
According to the Indian Constitution, Article 1 defines the "Territory of India" which includes:
Therefore, all three statements are correct regarding the composition of the Territory of India.
13. The Preamble to the Constitution of India, as adopted on 26th November, 1949, originally described India as a
1. Sovereign republic
2. Democratic republic
3. Socialist republic
4. Secular republic
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2, 3 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
The Preamble of the Indian Constitution, as originally adopted on 26th November, 1949, described India as a "Sovereign Democratic Republic". The words "Socialist" and "Secular" were added later through the 42nd Constitutional Amendment in 1976.
14. In 1967, which language was added to the list of major recognized Indian languages by a Constitutional Amendment?
A. Pashto
B. Sindhi
C. Garo
D. Konkani
The 21st Constitutional Amendment of 1967 added Sindhi to the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution, which officially recognizes the major languages of the country.
15. The States Reorganization Commission (SRC) of 1953 was consisted of
A. S.K. Dar, Justice Fazal Ali and K.M. Panikkar
B. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, K.M. Panikkar and S.K. Dar
C. Justice Fazal Ali, Hridaynath Kunzru and K.M. Panikkar
D. K.M. Panikkar, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and Justice Fazal Ali
The States Reorganization Commission (SRC), established in 1953, was chaired by Justice Fazl Ali and included members Hridaynath Kunzru and K.M. Panikkar.
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