Indian Polity & Constitution MCQs
Indian Polity & Constitution Objective / Multiple Choice (MCQs) Questions for Preparation of SSC-CGL, UPSC Civil Services, NDA, CDS, Railways and State Level Public Services Examinations.
1. Who among the following was the first chairman of UPSC?
[A] Sir Ross Barker
[B] Sir David Petrie
[C] Sir Eyre Gorden
[D] Sir F.W. Robertson
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Correct Answer: A [Sir Ross Barker]
Notes:
First Public Service Commission was established on October 1, 1926 under the Chairmanship of Sir Ross Barker.
UPSC is constitutional body which conducts the prestigious civil services examination to select IAS, IFS and IPS officers among others. It has been established under Article 315 of the Constitution and consists of a Chairman and ten Members; appointed and removed by President. The chairman and members of the Commission hold office for a term if six years or until they attain the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier
2. The ideals of liberty, equality and fraternity in the Preamble are borrowed from the Constitution of which country?
[A] French Constitution
[B] Australian Constitution
[C] British Constitution
[D] USSR Constitution
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Correct Answer: A [French Constitution]
Notes:
The principles of Republic and the ideals of liberty, equality and fraternity in the Preamble of the Constitution of India are borrowed from the French Constitution. These ideals were born during the French Revolution of 1789.
3. India is “Union of States” this expression was borrowed from the following constitution?
[A] Canada
[B] France
[C] Australia
[D] USA
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Correct Answer: A [Canada]
Notes:
Article 1 of the Constitution describes India, that is, Bharat as a ‘Union of States’ rather than a ‘Federation of States’. This expression was borrowed from Canadian constitution.
4. In which schedule of Indian Constitution, the territorial extent of Indian states and union Territories is prescribed?
[A] 1st
[B] 2nd
[C] 3rd
[D] 4th
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Correct Answer: A [1st]
Notes:
First schedule lists the states and territories on of India; lists any changes to their borders and the laws used to make that change.
5. Which of the following part of Indian Constitution resembles the standard-setting Charter of the United Nations and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights of 1948?
[A] Part II
[B] Part III
[C] Part IV
[D] Part V
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Correct Answer: B [Part III]
Notes:
Universal Declaration of Human Rights was on the final stage of drafting at the United Nations when India’s constitution was adopted. India is a signatory to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Thus, Part III of the constitution is partly inspired by UDHR also.
6. Who among the following judges of Supreme Court of India was many times called as “Champion of State Rights”?
[A] Justice Subba Rao
[B] Justice A K Sarkar
[C] Justice Kailas Nath Wanchoo
[D] Justice Jayantilal Chhotalal Shah
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Correct Answer: A [Justice Subba Rao]
Notes:
Justice K. Subba Rao who served as 9th Chief Justice of India between 1966 and 1967 was known as great Champion of State Rights.
7. Which of the following is a part of the electoral college for the Election of the President but does not participate in the proceedings for his/her impeachment?
[A] Lok Sabha
[B] Rajya Sabha
[C] State Legislative Assemblies
[D] State Legislative Councils
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Correct Answer: C [State Legislative Assemblies]
Notes:
The State Legislative Assemblies are a part of the electoral college for the Election of the President but does not participate in the proceedings for his/her impeachment.
8. The Constitution of India empowers the Supreme Court of India to adjudicate disputes between the Centre and the States through:
[A] Appellate Jurisdiction
[B] Original Jurisdiction
[C] Advisory Jurisdiction
[D] Writ Jurisdiction
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Correct Answer: B [Original Jurisdiction]
Notes:
The Supreme Court of India has original jurisdiction in cases involving disputes between different states, or between the federal government and a state. This means that such cases can only be filed directly with the Supreme Court, rather than being heard by a lower court first. The Supreme Court also has original jurisdiction in cases involving the interpretation of the Constitution of India.
9. Who among the following had voiced for a demand for Constituent Assembly based on adult Franchise?
[A] K Kamraj
[B] Dr. Rajendra Prasad
[C] Sardar Patel
[D] C Rajgopalachari
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Correct Answer: D [C Rajgopalachari]
Notes:
On 15th November 1939 C. Rajagopalachari voiced the demand for a Constituent Assembly based on adult franchise.
10. Who among the following will decide over a dispute regarding disqualification of a member of Parliament? (UPSC Prelims 1979).
[A] Election Commissioner
[B] Speaker of the Lok Sabha
[C] President of India
[D] A committee set up by the Parliament
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Correct Answer: C [President of India]
Notes:
The question whether a member is subject to disqualification in all other matters except under 10th schedule (disqualification) is decided by President. However, President should obtain the opinion of the election commission before taking such decision. The question of disqualification under Anti-defection / Tenth Schedule is decided by the Chairman in the case of Rajya Sabha {i.e. Vice-President} and Speaker in the case of Lok Sabha. The decision of Chairman / Speaker in this condition is subject to judicial review.
