Question 1

The Supreme Court of India has the power to issue writs. Which of the following is NOT one of the five writs that can be issued by the Supreme Court?

Accepted Answer

The five writs issued by the Supreme Court are Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Quo Warranto, and Certiorari; Injunction is a remedy in civil cases but not a writ under Article 32.

Question 2

Which Constitutional Amendment introduced the concept of 'Fundamental Duties' into the Indian Constitution?

Accepted Answer

The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 added Part IVA to the Constitution, introducing 10 Fundamental Duties for Indian citizens.

Question 3

What is the maximum number of judges that can be appointed in the Supreme Court of India, including the Chief Justice of India?

Accepted Answer

The Supreme Court of India can have a maximum of 31 judges (1 Chief Justice + 30 other judges) as per the Constitution of India.

Question 4

Which of the following is the primary jurisdiction of High Courts in India?

Accepted Answer

High Courts have supervisory jurisdiction over all subordinate courts and judicial institutions within their territorial jurisdiction, making them the highest court at the state level.

Question 5

Which of the following is a fundamental feature of the Indian Constitution?

Accepted Answer

The Indian Constitution establishes a federal structure with a written, comprehensive constitution that divides powers between the Centre and States.

Question 6

Which of the following is the primary source of revenue for a Gram Panchayat to carry out its functions and developmental activities?

Accepted Answer

Gram Panchayats rely on multiple revenue sources including local taxes (property tax, water tax), state and central government grants, and voluntary community contributions for sustainable functioning.

Question 7

How many members does the Rajya Sabha have?

Accepted Answer

The Rajya Sabha has a maximum strength of 250 members: 238 elected by State and Union Territory Legislatures, and 12 nominated by the President.

Question 8

Who presides over the sessions of the Rajya Sabha?

Accepted Answer

The Vice President of India is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha and presides over its sessions.

Question 9

What is the maximum strength of the Lok Sabha as per the Indian Constitution?

Accepted Answer

The Lok Sabha has a maximum strength of 552 members: 530 elected from States, 20 from Union Territories, and 2 nominated Anglo-Indians.

Question 10

Which of the following is a Fundamental Duty of every Indian citizen as per Article 51A of the Constitution?

Accepted Answer

Article 51A lists Fundamental Duties, and respecting the Constitution and its ideals is the primary duty of all citizens, particularly relevant for armed forces personnel.

Question 11

Under Article 19 of the Indian Constitution, which Fundamental Right is NOT available to members of the armed forces?

Accepted Answer

Article 19 rights, including the right to form associations, are restricted for armed forces personnel under service laws to maintain military discipline and hierarchy.

Question 12

Article 21 of the Indian Constitution guarantees the Right to Life and Personal Liberty. Which of the following scenarios best reflects this right in a military context?

Accepted Answer

Article 21 ensures no person shall be deprived of life or liberty except by procedure established by law, meaning even military personnel cannot be punished arbitrarily without legal process.

Question 13

What is the minimum population requirement for a village to have a Gram Panchayat under the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act?

Accepted Answer

The 73rd Constitutional Amendment does not specify a fixed minimum population; individual state governments decide the population threshold for constituting a Gram Panchayat.

Question 14

Under the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, what is the mandatory reservation for women in Gram Panchayats?

Accepted Answer

The 73rd Amendment mandates that at least one-third of all seats in Gram Panchayats be reserved for women, promoting gender equality in local governance.

Question 15

How many Articles are there in the original Indian Constitution?

Accepted Answer

The original Indian Constitution contained 395 Articles divided into 8 Schedules, though amendments have since modified the total number of articles.

Question 16

Which of the following is a key power of State Legislatures in India?

Accepted Answer

State Legislatures have exclusive power to make laws on subjects in the State List, such as police, public health, and local governance, as per the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution.

Question 17

Who among the following is the supreme commander of the Indian Armed Forces?

Accepted Answer

The President of India is the constitutional head of state and supreme commander of all three services (Army, Navy, Air Force).

Question 18

What is the maximum tenure for a Governor of an Indian state?

Accepted Answer

A Governor holds office for a term of 5 years and can be re-appointed for subsequent terms, typically up to 6 years total in most cases.

Question 19

The Indian Constitution was adopted on which date?

Accepted Answer

The Indian Constitution was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on 26 November 1949 and came into effect on 26 January 1950.

Question 20

The 44th Constitutional Amendment reduced the voting age from 21 years to how many years?

Accepted Answer

The 61st Amendment Act of 1989 reduced the voting age to 18 years, making it easier for young citizens, including aspiring Agniveers, to participate in democratic processes.

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