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. The language and ideals of the Preamble of Constitution of India is influenced / borrowed from which of the following constitution(s)?
- USA
- France
- Australia
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3 ]
Notes:
The term and idea of the Preamble was borrowed from Constitution of United States of America. American Constitution was the first to begin with a Preamble. However, the language of the Preamble is borrowed from Constitution of Australia. At the same time, the ideals of Liberty, Equality and Fraternity come from French Constitution.
2. A government has to resign if the no confidence motion is passed in __________?
[A] Only Lok Sabha
[B] Only Rajya Sabha
[C] Either Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha
[D] Both Lok Sabha & Rajya Sabha
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Correct Answer: A [Only Lok Sabha]
Notes:
If a no confidence motion is passed in the Lok Sabha or the Lower House of Parliament of India, the government has to resign.
3. Who among the following is responsible for devising the best ways to utilize available resources of States?
[A] National Development Council
[B] State Legislature
[C] Zonal councils
[D] Inter state council
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Correct Answer: C [Zonal councils]
Notes:
Zonal councils are statutory bodies established under the State’s Reorganisation Act 1956. They are only deliberative and advisory bodies. They are responsible for devising the best ways to utilize available resources of States.
4. Which of the following Constitution Amendment Act provided for reservation of seats for scheduled tribes of Nagaland, Meghalaya, Mizoram, & Arunachal Pradesh state assemblies?
[A] 52nd
[B] 57th
[C] 61st
[D] 65th
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Correct Answer: B [57th]
Notes:
Fifty-Seventh Amendment Act, 1987 had reserved seats for the STs in the legislative assemblies of the states of Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Mizoram and Nagaland.
5. On which of the following dates Indian Constitution was completed ? (Passed by the Constituent Assembly)
[A] January 26, 1950
[B] November 26, 1949
[C] January 26, 1949
[D] January 11, 1949
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Correct Answer: B [November 26, 1949]
Notes:
The Constitution of India was passed on 26th November, 1949 as mentioned in the Preamble to the Constitution of India.
6. As per the article 358, when the proclamation of emergency is made by the President under article 352, the freedoms guaranteed in which of the following articles are automatically suspended?
[A] Article 14
[B] Article 16
[C] Article 18
[D] Article 19
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Correct Answer: D [Article 19]
Notes:
According to the article 358, when the proclamation of emergency is made by the President under article 352, the freedoms guaranteed by article 19 are automatically suspended.
7. Which among the following day celebrated as National Voters Day ?
[A] January 24
[B] January 25
[C] January 26
[D] January 27
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Correct Answer: B [January 25]
Notes:
In the year 2011 the Election Commission of India launched the National Voters Day to be celebrated on 25 January every year as a part of the Systematic Voter’s Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) Programme.
8. Who among the following appoints/ nominates the chairperson of the National Commission for Women?
[A] President
[B] Central Government
[C] Vice President
[D] President on recommendation of a Parliament committee
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Correct Answer: B [Central Government]
Notes:
Chairperson of the National Commission for Women is appointed by Central Government.
9. What is the name of seat of Corporation of Chennai?
[A] Chelmsford Building
[B] Ripon Building
[C] Cornwallis Building
[D] Dalhousie Building
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Correct Answer: B [Ripon Building ]
Notes:
Corporation of Chennai was established in 1688 and is the oldest municipal corporation of India. Ripon Building is the seat of Corporation of Chennai.
10. Which state has highest number of Ecologically Sensitive Zones in India?
[A] Maharashtra
[B] Andhra Pradesh
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Karnataka
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Correct Answer: A [Maharashtra]
Notes:
Maharashtra is identified as having the maximum Ecologically Sensitive Zones (ESZs) under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. These zones are designated by the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change to ensure necessary protection and regulation. Maharashtra’s abundant biodiversity and varied geographical features contribute to its high number of ESZs.
