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. These questions are part of GKToday’s 35000+ MCQs Bank Course in GKToday Android App
21. Which article of the Indian Constitution reflects that it Constitution is neither rigid nor flexible but a synthesis of both?
[A] Article 350
[B] Article 362
[C] Article 368
[D] Article 344
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Correct Answer: C [Article 368]
Notes:
A constitution is considered rigid if it requires a special procedure for its amendment. On the other hand flexible constitution can be amended in the same manner as the ordinary laws are made. Article 368 provides for two types of amendments. Some provisions can be amended with simple majority while some require special majority.
22. Which of the following articles of PartIII belongs to a different category?
[A] Article 15
[B] Article 19
[C] Article 16
[D] Article 14
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Correct Answer: B [Article 19]
Notes:
In the given Articles, article 19 belongs to a different category. Article 19 guarantees six rights to all citizens. These are:
(i) Right to freedom of speech and expression.
(ii) Right to assemble peaceably and without arms.
(iii) Right to form associations or unions or co-operative societies.
(iv) Right to move freely throughout the territory of India.
(v) Right to reside and settle in any part of the territory of India.
(vi) Right to practice any profession or to carry on any occupation, trade or business.
23. What is the basis for the allocation of seats in the Rajya Sabha?
- Area of the state
- Population
Select the correct option from the codes below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both of them
[D] None of them
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Correct Answer: B [Only 2]
Notes:
The seats in the Rajya Sabha are allotted on the basis of population of the respective states, which is why, the number of representatives vary from state to state. For example, Uttar Pradesh has 31 members and Tripura has only 1 member.
24. Which article contains special provisions with respect to the state of Arunachal Pradesh?
[A] 371-G
[B] 371-H
[C] 371-I
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [371-H]
Notes:
Under Article 371-H of the Constitution of India special provisions are made for for the state of Arunachal Pradesh. The Governor of Arunachal Pradesh also has special responsibility for law and order in the state.
25. According to which of the following committee the district should be the first point for decentralisation under popular supervision below the state level?
[A] Ashok Mehta Committee
[B] G.V.K. Rao Committee
[C] L M Singhvi Committee
[D] Thungon Committee
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Correct Answer: A [Ashok Mehta Committee]
Notes:
According to the Ashok Mehta Committee which was constituted in December 1977 a district should be the first point for decentralisation under
popular supervision below the state level.
26. At present how many states have fifth schedule areas?
[A] 9
[B] 10
[C] 11
[D] 12
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Correct Answer: B [10]
Notes:
At present ten states of India have Fifth Schedule Areas. These include: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Chhatisgarh, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha and Rajasthan.
27. Which of the following UTs have a Lieutenant Governor?
[A] Puducherry
[B] Chandigarh
[C] Dadra and Nagar Haveli
[D] Daman and Diu
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Correct Answer: A [Puducherry]
Notes:
Delhi, Puducherry, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh have a Lieutenant Governor. Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu and Lakshadweep are governed through an Administrator.
28. Who is empowered to direct that any particular act of Parliament or the state legislature does not apply to a scheduled area or apply with specified modifications and exceptions?
[A] Parliament
[B] President
[C] Rajya Sabha
[D] Governor
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Correct Answer: D [Governor]
Notes:
The governor of state is empowered to direct that any particular act of Parliament of India or the state legislature does not apply to a scheduled area or applies with specified modifications and exceptions.
29. A resolution for creation of a new all India service requires how much majority in Rajya Sabha?
[A] 1/3
[B] 1/4
[C] 2/3
[D] 2/4
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Correct Answer: C [2/3]
Notes:
A resolution for creation of a new all India service in the Rajya Sabha should be supported by two-thirds of the members present and voting as per Article 312 of the Constitution of India.
30. Who appoints the State Chief Information Commissioner?
[A] President
[B] Prime Minister
[C] Governor
[D] Chief Minister
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Correct Answer: C [Governor]
Notes:
The State Chief Information Commissioner and State Information Commissioners are appointed by the Governor on the recommendation of a committee consisting of the Chief Minister as Chairperson.
