Question 1

Which Schedule of the Indian Constitution lists the languages recognized by the Union?

Accepted Answer

The Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution lists the official languages recognized by the Union. As per the original Constitution, it contained 14 languages; currently, it includes 22 languages after various amendments.

Question 2

In which Schedule of the Indian Constitution are the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) contained?

Accepted Answer

The Directive Principles of State Policy are NOT contained in any Schedule — they are enshrined in Part IV of the Indian Constitution (Articles 36–51). Schedules deal with other matters like state lists, oaths, languages etc. This question tests conceptual clarity about where DPSPs actually appear.

Question 3

Article 51A of the Indian Constitution, which was introduced by the 42nd Amendment, deals with which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Article 51A, added by the 42nd Amendment in 1976, lists the Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens. These are non-justiciable duties that citizens are expected to follow, complementing the Fundamental Rights.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a Directive Principle of State Policy (DPSP) as per the Indian Constitution?

Accepted Answer

Directive Principles of State Policy are listed in Articles 36–51 of Part IV of the Constitution. They include provisions like free legal aid (Article 39A), right to work, education, and social security. However, Fundamental Rights (Articles 12–35) are NOT DPSPs—they are enforceable rights.

Question 5

Which Schedule of the Indian Constitution contains the list of languages recognized by the Constitution, and how many languages are currently listed in it?

Accepted Answer

The Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution lists the official languages of India. Originally, it contained 14 languages. The 21st Amendment (1967) added Sindhi, making it 15. The 92nd Amendment (2003) added Konkani, Manipuri, and Nepali, bringing the total to 22 languages as of 2024.

Question 6

Article 51A of the Indian Constitution, which lists the Fundamental Duties, was introduced by which amendment?

Accepted Answer

Fundamental Duties are listed in Part IVA of the Indian Constitution, starting with Article 51A. These duties were introduced as a new part of the Constitution through a specific amendment during the Emergency period. This question tests knowledge of when and how Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a Directive Principle of State Policy (DPSP) as outlined in Part IV of the Indian Constitution?

Accepted Answer

Directive Principles of State Policy (Articles 36-51) are guidelines for the state to frame policies. They include: securing social order based on justice, securing adequate means of livelihood, equal pay for equal work, free legal aid, etc. However, Fundamental Rights (Part III) like freedom of speech, right to equality, and right to life are NOT DPSPs—they are enforceable rights.

Question 8

The 42nd Amendment to the Indian Constitution, often called the 'Mini Constitution,' made several significant changes. Which of the following was NOT introduced by the 42nd Amendment?

Accepted Answer

The 42nd Amendment (1976) made major changes including: adding Fundamental Duties (Article 51-A), changing 'sovereign democratic republic' to 'sovereign socialist secular democratic republic,' reducing President's emergency powers, and making constitutional amendments easier. However, the 44th Amendment (1978) reversed some changes and added new provisions like the right to property as a legal right (not fundamental right).

Question 9

Which of the following Fundamental Duties was added to Article 51-A by the 42nd Amendment, and is related to environmental protection and conservation?

Accepted Answer

The 42nd Amendment (1976) introduced 10 Fundamental Duties in Article 51-A. The 86th Amendment (2002) added an 11th duty. One of the original duties (Article 51-A(g)) requires citizens to protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, wildlife, and to have compassion for living creatures.

Question 10

Which article of the Indian Constitution guarantees the Right to Equality before the law and equal protection of the laws?

Accepted Answer

Article 14 of the Indian Constitution, which forms part of the Fundamental Rights (Part III), explicitly guarantees equality before the law and equal protection of the laws to all persons within the territory of India. This is a foundational principle of the Indian Constitution.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a Directive Principle of State Policy as per the Indian Constitution?

Accepted Answer

The Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) are listed in Part IV (Articles 36–51) of the Indian Constitution. They are non-justiciable guidelines for the state but do not create enforceable rights. The question tests knowledge of what constitutes a DPSP versus what is a Fundamental Right or other constitutional provision.

Question 12

Which article of the Indian Constitution contains the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP)?

Accepted Answer

Articles 36-51 of the Indian Constitution contain the Directive Principles of State Policy. These are non-enforceable guidelines for the state to follow while framing laws and policies. Article 36 defines what constitutes a 'State' under DPSP, while Articles 37-51 contain the actual principles. This is a fundamental structural component of Part IV of the Constitution.

Question 13

The 42nd Amendment to the Indian Constitution, also known as the 'Mini Constitution,' made several significant changes. Which of the following was NOT introduced by the 42nd Amendment?

Accepted Answer

The 42nd Amendment (1976) made major changes to the Constitution during the Emergency period. It introduced the concept of 'Secular' and 'Socialist' in the Preamble, added Fundamental Duties (Part IVA), and reduced the term of Lok Sabha from 5 to 6 years (later reverted by 44th Amendment). This question tests knowledge of specific amendments.

Question 14

Which Schedule of the Indian Constitution contains the list of Union Territories and their administration?

Accepted Answer

The Schedules of the Indian Constitution provide detailed information on various matters. The First Schedule lists the States and Union Territories along with their areas and populations. This is a foundational constitutional knowledge question.

Question 15

Which article of the Indian Constitution specifically guarantees the right to life and personal liberty, and has been interpreted by courts to include the right to live with human dignity?

Accepted Answer

Article 21 of the Indian Constitution states: 'No person shall be deprived of his life or personal liberty except according to procedure established by law.' This article has been extensively interpreted by the Supreme Court to include rights such as right to health, education, shelter, and freedom from torture.

Question 16

Which article of the Indian Constitution was inserted by the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976, to include the concept of 'Secular' and 'Socialist' in the Preamble?

Accepted Answer

The 42nd Amendment Act, 1976, formally amended the Preamble to include the words 'Secular' and 'Socialist'. This amendment was passed during the Emergency period under Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. The amendment fundamentally altered the ideological character of the Constitution without changing any article number itself, but it is referenced as a constitutional amendment to the Preamble.

Question 17

Article 51A, which lists the Fundamental Duties of citizens, was inserted by which amendment? Additionally, how many Fundamental Duties were originally listed in this article?

Accepted Answer

Article 51A was inserted by the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976, during the Emergency period. Originally, it listed 10 Fundamental Duties. Later, the 86th Amendment Act, 2002, added an 11th duty (duty to protect and improve the natural environment, forests, lakes, wildlife, and to have compassion for living creatures). The question tests knowledge of both the amendment that introduced Fundamental Duties and the original count before subsequent amendments.

Question 18

The Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) are enshrined in which Part of the Indian Constitution, and which of the following is NOT a characteristic of DPSP as per the Constitution?

Accepted Answer

DPSP are enshrined in Part IV (Articles 36–51) of the Indian Constitution. Key characteristics of DPSP include: (1) they are non-justiciable (cannot be enforced in courts), (2) they guide the state in making laws and policies, (3) they are aspirational in nature, and (4) they aim at establishing a welfare state. However, DPSP ARE enforceable through constitutional amendments and legislative action, though not directly through courts. The statement that DPSP are 'directly enforceable in courts' is incorrect.

Question 19

The 101st Amendment Act, 2016, introduced the Goods and Services Tax (GST) by inserting Article 246A and modifying the Seventh Schedule. Which of the following statements about this amendment is INCORRECT?

Accepted Answer

The 101st Amendment Act, 2016, introduced GST by inserting Article 246A, which grants concurrent power to both Union and States to levy GST. The amendment modified the Seventh Schedule by adding a new entry in the Union List and the Concurrent List. However, the statement that 'GST is levied exclusively by the Union Government' is incorrect because GST is a concurrent subject under Article 246A, meaning both Union and States have the power to levy GST on different goods and services. The Union levies Central GST (CGST), States levy State GST (SGST), and there is an Integrated GST (IGST) for inter-state transactions.

Question 20

Which of the following Directive Principles of State Policy was specifically added by the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976, and relates to environmental protection and conservation?

Accepted Answer

The 42nd Amendment Act, 1976, inserted Article 48A into Part IV of the Constitution, which mandates that the State shall endeavour to protect and improve the environment and to safeguard forests and wildlife. This was a significant addition during the Emergency period, reflecting growing environmental consciousness. Article 48A is distinct from Article 51A(g), which imposes a Fundamental Duty on citizens regarding environmental protection.

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