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. What is the initial duration for which President’s rule can be imposed in a state?
[A] 6 months
[B] 9 months
[C] 12 months
[D] 15 months
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Correct Answer: A [6 months]
Notes:
The initial period of President’s rule in India can persist for 6 months. However, it can be extended, with the approval of the Parliament, for additional 6-month periods. The total period of the President’s rule cannot exceed three years unless the Election Commission certifies that a continued state of emergency or exceptional circumstances mandate an extension.
2. Which among the following are considered essential for the realization of the highest good of India’s citizens?
[A] Fundamental rights
[B] Fundamental duities
[C] DPSP
[D] Preamble
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Correct Answer: A [Fundamental rights]
Notes:
Fundamental rights are called fundamental or basic because they are essential for the realisation of the highest good of the citizens.
3. Which of the following funds is charged for the salary and other allowances of the Judges of the High Courts?
[A] Consolidated fund of India
[B] Consolidated fund of state
[C] both of them in 1:1 ratio
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Consolidated fund of state]
Notes:
The salary of High Court judges is charged from Consolidated Fund of State; while pension of the High Court Judges comes from Consolidated Fund of India.
4. Which among the following is an incorrect statement regarding Money Bill?
[A] It can be introduced only in Lok Sabha
[B] It can be introduced only on the recommendation of the President
[C] The Rajya Sabha is given 1 months time period to make recommendation on a Money Bill
[D] All are correct
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Correct Answer: C [The Rajya Sabha is given 1 months time period to make recommendation on a Money Bill]
Notes:
A money bill must be returned to the Lok Sabha within 14 days or the bill is deemed to have passed both houses in the form it was originally passed by the Lok Sabha.
5. Which among the following was the outcome of The States Reorganization Act 1956?
[A] 22 states , 9 Uts
[B] 14 states, 6 Uts
[C] 17 states, 7UTs
[D] 18 states 7 Uts
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Correct Answer: B [14 states, 6 Uts]
Notes:
The States Reorganisation Act was enacted on 31 August 1956. The outcome of the Act was the creation of 14 states and 6 Union Territories.
6. Who among the following presidents of India was the first Chief Minister of Modern states in India?
[A] Dr. Shankar Dayal Sharma
[B] Neelam Sanjeeva Reddy
[C] Dr. Rajendra Prasad
[D] Dr. BD Jatti
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Correct Answer: B [Neelam Sanjeeva Reddy]
Notes:
Neelam Sanjeeva Reddy was the first Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh when the state was formed in 1956
7. The Election Commission of India is not concerned with the elections of /to the :
[A] President
[B] Vice President
[C] Panchayats and Municipalities in the State
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Panchayats and Municipalities in the State]
Notes:
The Election Commission has the power of superintendence, direction and control of elections to the Parliament, State legislatures, President and Vice President.
8. For the exercise of the powers of his office, President as been made answerable to __?
[A] Only Supreme Court
[B] Only Chief Justice of India
[C] Either Supreme Court or High Court
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: D [None of the above]
Notes:
- Protection of President and Governors and Rajpramukhs
(1) The President, or the Governor or Rajpramukh of a State, shall not be answerable to any court for the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of his office or for any act done or purporting to be done by him in the exercise and performance of those powers and duties: Provided that the conduct of the President may be brought under review by any court, tribunal or body appointed or designated by either House of Parliament for the investigation of a charge under Article 61: Provided further that nothing in this clause shall be construed as restricting the right of any person to bring appropriate proceedings against the Governor of India or the Government of a State
9. Which important human right is protected in Article 21 of the Constitution of India?
[A] Right to Equality
[B] Right to Freedom of Religion
[C] Right to Freedom of Speech and Expression
[D] Right to life and liberty
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Correct Answer: D [Right to life and liberty]
Notes:
Article 21 states that no one maybe deprived of their life or liberty unless it is by due procedure of law. In the first 25 years or so, this Article was very narrowly interpreted by the Supreme Court to mean that no matter what the procedure of law stated, as long as it was followed, deprivation of one’s life and liberty was not illegal.
10. The42nd Amendment to the Indian Constitution is notable because it gives?
[A] Primacy to Fundamental Rights over Directive Principles
[B] Primacy to Directive Principles over Fundamental Rights
[C] Special treatment to Jammu & Kashmir
[D] Special treatment to Sikkim
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Correct Answer: B [Primacy to Directive Principles over Fundamental Rights]
Notes:
The 42nd Amendment gave primacy to the Directive Principles, by stating that “no law implementing any of the Directive Principles could be declared unconstitutional on the grounds that it violated any of the Fundamental Rights”.
