1750+ Indian Polity and Constitution (GK) Solved MCQs

501.

Under which of the following amendment, education was made a fundamental right?

A. 83rd amendment in 2003
B. 83rd amendment in 2002
C. 86rd amendment in 2002
D. 87rd amendment in 2003
Answer» C. 86rd amendment in 2002
Explanation: The 86th amendment of 2002 inserted Article 21A in the Indian constitution, making right to education one of the fundamental rights. According to Article 21A, the State shall provide free and compulsory education to all children of the age of six to fourteen years. The 86th amendment act is also known as The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act.
502.

Plural Theory of Sovereignty emphasizes the importance of –

A. State
B. Religion
C. Individuals
D. Associations
Answer» D. Associations
Explanation: The pluralist theory of sovereignty is a reaction to monistic or legal theory of sovereignty. To monistic theory state is supreme association and all other associations are the creation of state and their existence depends on the will of the sovereign power. The pluralist theory rejects this and tries to establish that there is no single source of authority that is all competent and comprehensive. Pluralists believe that state enjoys a privileged position because of its wider jurisdiction, which covers all the individuals and associations within its boundary. The pluralist also rejects the distinction between state and government. An exponent of pluralist theory Robert M. Maclver propounds that state is one of the several human associations, although it exercises unique functions. Important feature of the state is supremacy of law.
503.

From which historical work were the words "Satyameva Jayate" appearing under the national emblem taken?

A. Bhagawad Gita
B. Rig Veda
C. Ramayana
D. Mundaka Upanishad
Answer» D. Mundaka Upanishad
Explanation: Satyameva Jayate (Truth alone Triumphs) is a mantra from the ancient Indian scripture Mundaka Upanishad. Upon independence of India, it was adopted as the national motto of India. It is inscribed in Devanagari script at the base of the national emblem. The emblem and words 'Satyameva Jayate' are inscribed on one side of all Indian currency. The emblem is an adaptation of the Lion Capital of Asoka which was erected around 250 BC at Sarnath, near Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh.
504.

Who said that "Oh! Disrespectable democracy ! I love you!"?

A. G.B. Shaw
B. Carpenter
C. Lord Bryce
D. Appa Dorai
Answer» A. G.B. Shaw
Explanation: These were the famous words of George Bernard Shaw who was an Irish playwright and a co-founder of the London School of Economics. Shaw asserted that each social class strove to serve its own ends, and that the upper and middle classes won in the struggle while the working class lost. He condemned the democratic system of his time, saying that workers, ruthlessly exploited by greedy employers, lived in abject poverty and were too ignorant and apathetic to vote intelligently.
505.

Compared with Society, the scope of State activity is –

A. Wider
B. Narrow
C. Just equal
D. No comparison between the two
Answer» A. Wider
Explanation: In the classical thought the state was identified with political society and civil society as a form of political community, while the modern thought distinguished the nation state as a political society from civil society as a form of economic society. Compared to society, the role of state is much wider and is increasing with parallel complexities of the modern world.The state today has to carry out several functions which were non-existent a century ago.
506.

What is the colour of the "Dharma Chakra" in the middle of our national flag?

A. Sea blue
B. Black
C. Navy blue
D. Green
Answer» C. Navy blue
Explanation: The-Ashoka Chakra is a depiction of the Buddhist Dharmachakra, represented with 24 spokes. The most visible use of the Ashoka Chakra today is at the centre of the National flag of the Republic of India (adopted on 22 July, 1947), where it is rendered in a Navy-blue colour on a White background, by replacing the symbol of Charkha (Spinning wheel) of the pre- independence versions of the flag.
507.

Who was the first to use the term `State'?

A. Hobbes
B. Plato
C. Aristotle
D. Machiavelli
Answer» D. Machiavelli
Explanation: Machiavelli has been credited with formulating for the first time the "modern concept of the state". The term '10 stato' appears widely in Machiavelli's writings, especially in The Prince, in connection with the acquisition and application of power in a coercive sense.
508.

Which one of the following is opposite to democratic state?

A. Despotism
B. Republic
C. Socialism
D. Monarchy
Answer» A. Despotism
Explanation: Democracy is a political system whereby people elect their representatives who then administer the region/ nation. Despotism is the opposite of democracy as the principle of representation is absent in it. It is mostly associated with autocratic/authoritarian set ups.
509.

Who is responsible to make changes in names and boundaries of the states?

A. Prime Minister
B. Parliament
C. Rajya Sabha
D. Governor
Answer» B. Parliament
Explanation: Under article 3 mentioned Parliament is responsible to make changes in names and boundaries of the state.
510.

Who among the following was the first Speaker of the Lok Sabha?

A. M A Ayyangar
B. GV Mavalankar
C. Sardar Hukam Singh
D. N Sanjiva Reddy
Answer» B. GV Mavalankar
Explanation: Ganesh Vasudev Mavalankar became the Speaker of the Provisional Parliament on 26 November 1949 and continued to occupy the office till the Ist Lok Sabha that was constituted in 1952.
511.

Which presently serving State Chief Minister has been in office continuously for the longest period?

A. Sheila Dikshit
B. Narendra Modi
C. Bhupinder Singh Hooda
D. Manik Sarkar
Answer» D. Manik Sarkar
Explanation: Sheila Dikshit has sewed as Chief Minister of Delhi since 3 December 1998. Manik Sarkar has been the Chief Minister of Tripura since March 1998, while Narendra Modi has been the Chief Minister of Gujarat since 2001.
512.

Name the Prime Minister who brought about a thaw in India-China relations by signing the "Line of Actual Control".

A. Lai Bahadur Shastri
B. P.V. Narashima Rao
C. Chandrasekhar
D. V.P. Singh
Answer» B. P.V. Narashima Rao
Explanation: The Line of Actual Control is the effective border between India and People's Republic of China. The term "LAC" gained legal recognition in Sino-Indian agreements signed in 1993 and 1996. The 1996 agreement states, "No activities of either side shall overstep the line of actual control.
513.

Which of the following symbols is a symbol reserved by the Election Commission for more than one political party in the election to the Loks Sabha/ Vidhan Sabha?

A. Hand
B. Louts
C. Wheel
D. Elephant
Answer» D. Elephant
Explanation: The Election Commission enjoys great powers when it comes to allotment of symbols. Elephant has been a favorite with it as it can be seen that the BSP, Mom Gana Parishad and Sikkim Sangram Parishad all had the elephant as their symbols sometime back.
514.

Fourth Estate is referred to –

A. Public Opinion
B. Chamber of Commerce
C. The Newspaper
D. Political Parties
Answer» C. The Newspaper
Explanation: The Fourth Estate (or fourth estate) is a societal or political force or institution whose influence is not consistently or officially recognized. "Fourth Estate" most commonly refers to the news media; especially print journalism or "The Press".
515.

Which of the following is the biggest head of non-plan expenditure of Government of India?

A. Interest payments
B. Subsidies
C. Defence
D. Salaries and Wages
Answer» A. Interest payments
Explanation: The central government expenditure itself is divided into two parts -plan expenditure and non-plan expenditure. Non Plan Expenditure is money that's spent on sustaining the country like defense, postal deficit, subsidies etc. and Plan Expenditure is the money that is spent on improving the country like the money spent on darns, roads etc. Interest Payments and Debt Servicing comprise more than 30 per cent of this expenditure.
516.

How many schedules are there in the Indian Constitution?

A. 8
B. 10
C. 11
D. 12
Answer» D. 12
Explanation: Indian Constitution originally had eight schedules. Four more schedules were added by different amendments, now making a total tally of twelve. Schedules are basically tables which contains additional details not mentioned in the articles.
517.

Which amendment to the Indian Constitution added the words Secular and Socialist in the Preamble?

A. Fortieth
B. Forty-first
C. Forty-second
D. Forty-third
Answer» C. Forty-second
Explanation: The Forty-second Amendment of 2 November 1976 amended the Preamble and changed the description of India from "sovereign democratic republic" to a "sovereign, socialist secular democratic republic". It also changed the words "unity of the nation" to "unity and integrity of the nation".
518.

The two words that were inserted by the 42nd Amendment to the Preamble of the Constitution are–

A. Secular, Democratic
B. Sovereign, Democratic
C. Socialist, Secular
D. Secular, Republic
Answer» C. Socialist, Secular
Explanation: The Forty-second Amendment of the Constitution of India, enacted in 1976, declared India to be a socialist and secular republic, and as securing fraternity assuring the unity "and integrity" of the Nation, by adding these words to the Preamble of the Constitution of India.
519.

Which of the following States was first to adopt the Panchayati Raj?

A. Andhra Pradesh
B. Bihar
C. Gujarat
D. Rajasthan
Answer» D. Rajasthan
Explanation: Panchayat raj was first introduced in India at Nagaur in Rajasthan in October 1959.
520.

Which was the first linguistic state to be created?

A. Kerala
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Andhra Pradesh
D. Maharashtra
Answer» C. Andhra Pradesh
Explanation: Andhra. State was the first state that was created on linguistic basis for Telugu speaking people out of Madras State on October 1, 1953. This followed the long-drawn agitation and death of Potti Sriramulu after a hunger strike for 56 days. Then, the States Reorganization Act 1956 formed Andhra Pradesh by merging Andhra State with the Telugu-speaking areas of the already existing Hyderabad State.
521.

The Jammu and Kashmir State Legislative Assembly has a tenure of -

A. Six years
B. Five years
C. Four years
D. Seven years
Answer» A. Six years
Explanation: The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly has tenure of six years unless sooner dissolved. The assembly may be dissolved before the completion of the six-year term by the Governor upon the advice of the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir. It has 87 members.
522.

Which State in India, has given the highest number of Deputy Prime Ministers?

A. Maharashtra
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Bihar
D. Gujarat
Answer» D. Gujarat
Explanation: The Deputy Prime Minister of India is a member of the Indian cabinet in the Indian government. The post is not a constitutional post and seldom carries any specific powers. There have seven Deputy Prime Ministers so far. Among them, the Deputy Prime Ministers from Gujarat were Sardar Patel (1947- 1950), Morali Desai (1967-1969), and Lal Krishna Advani (2002-2004).
523.

The first proclamation of Emergency under article 352 was made by the President in -

A. 1975
B. 1971
C. 1965
D. 1962
Answer» D. 1962
Explanation: First proclamation of emergency tinder article 352 (national emergency) was declared in India in 1962 (Indo-China War) 1971, (Indo-Pak War), 1975 (by Indira Gandhi) were made under article 352.
524.

The Finance Commission in India is appointed by –

A. Prime Minister of India
B. President of India
C. Chairman of Rajya Sabha
D. Speaker of Lok Sabha
Answer» B. President of India
Explanation: The Finance Commission of India came into existence in 1951. It was established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution by the President of India.
525.

Who appoints the Finance Commission?

A. Finance Minister
B. Prime Minister
C. Speaker of the Lok Sabha
D. President
Answer» D. President
Explanation: The President appoints a finance commission every five years. The Finance Commission of India came into existence in 1951. It was established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution by the President of India.
526.

The Planning Commission of India was established in the year –

A. 1947
B. 1949
C. 1950
D. 1952
Answer» C. 1950
Explanation: After India gained independence, a formal model of planning was adopted, and accordingly the Planning Commission, reporting directly to the Prime Minister of India was established on 15 March, 1950, with Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru as the chairman.
527.

Which article of the Constitution lays down that state shall take steps to organise village Panchayats?

A. Article 36
B. Article 73
C. Article 24
D. Article 40
Answer» D. Article 40
Explanation: Article 40 of the Constitution which enshrines one of the Directive Principles of State Policy lays down that the state shall take steps to organise village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self-government. Article 73 — Extent of executive power of the union. Article 24 Prohibition of employment of children in factories, etc.
528.

After elections, vote of no-confidence against the sarpanch can be proposed only after

A. 3 months
B. 6 months
C. 1 year
D. 2 years
Answer» D. 2 years
Explanation: Provided that if the no-confidence motion is lost another such motion shall not be moved against that Sarpanch before the expiry of two years from the date of its having been lost.
529.

An Ordinary bill passed by the State Assembly can be delayed by the Legislative Council for a maximum period of –

A. 1 month
B. 6 months
C. 3 months
D. 4 months
Answer» D. 4 months
Explanation: In case of difference between the two Houses there is no provision for a joint sitting of the State Legislature. The Legislative Council can only delay the passage of an ordinary bill for a maximum period of four months. Likewise control over the Executive is placed in hands of the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council has no share in this power.
530.

Who among the following was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a State and Prime Minister of India?

A. Mr. Moraiji Desai
B. Mr. Narendra Modi
C. Mr. H D Deve Gowda
D. Mr. Charan Singh
Answer» D. Mr. Charan Singh
Explanation: Chaudhary Charan Singh was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a state and Prime Minister of India. He held the position of Chief Minister of a state (Uttar Pradesh: April 1967 - February 1968 and again in 1970) before becoming the Prime Minister of India in July 1979. Former Karnataka Chief Minister H.D. Deve Gowda was the first Chief Minis ter of a state (Karnataka) to be elevated to the postof Prime Minister of India while in office in 1996. India's current Prime Minister Narendra Modi also became the Prime Minister while serving as the Chief Minister of Gujarat from October 2001 to May 2014.
531.

The number of subjects incorporated in the Union List is -

A. 97
B. 102
C. 82
D. 89
Answer» A. 97
Explanation: The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. This list is found in Article 246 under Seventh Schedule.
532.

How many items are there in the Union List?

A. 52
B. 66
C. 97
D. 99
Answer» C. 97
Explanation: The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. Out of the 100 items on the list, one is no longer in force.
533.

What is the time limit given to Parliament to pass the ordinance promulgated by the President of India?

A. 6 days
B. 6 weeks
C. 6 months
D. 6 months and six weeks
Answer» B. 6 weeks
Explanation: Ordinances remain valid for no more than six weeks from the date the Parliament is convened unless approved by it earlier.
534.

Which one of the following Amendments to the Constitution of India has prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States?

A. 91st Amendment
B. 87th Amendment
C. 97th Amendment
D. 90th Amendment
Answer» A. 91st Amendment
Explanation: Amendments to the Constitution of India has prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States.
535.

The Parliament enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in

A. the Union List
B. the Concurrent List
C. the State List
D. Both (1) and (2)
Answer» A. the Union List
Explanation: Three subject lists, the Union list, the State list, and the Concurrent list, define the legislative powers of each level of government. The parliament of India enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in the Union List.
536.

The appointment of a Governor in a state is made as per the provision in the Constitution under article.

A. 153
B. 154
C. 155
D. 156
Answer» C. 155
Explanation: Appointment of the Governor of Indian state is described under Article 155 of the Indian constitution.
537.

The 'Speaker's vote' in the Lok Sabha is called –

A. casting vote
B. sound vote
C. direct vote
D. indirect vote
Answer» A. casting vote
Explanation: Normally, the Speaker does not take part in voting in the House. But in case of a tie, he exercises his right of casting vote. His casting vote would decide the issue. In such a case his vote would normally go in favour of the party to which he belongs. Further, when a resolution for the removal of the Speaker is put to vote in the House, he has the right to cast his vote.
538.

The Council of Ministers does not include –

A. Cabinet Ministers
B. Ministers of State
C. Cabinet Secretary
D. Ministers without Portfolio
Answer» C. Cabinet Secretary
Explanation: All Cabinet members are mandated by the constitution to be members of either House of the Parliament of India. In a departure from the norm the current Prime Minister, Manmohan Singh, is a member of the upper house, the Rajya Sabha.
539.

What is the minimum age laid down for a candidate to seek election to the Lok Sahbha?

A. 18 years
B. 21 years
C. 25 years
D. 30 years
Answer» C. 25 years
Explanation: Membership of the Lok Sabha requires that the person be a citizen of India, aged 25 or over, mentally sound, should not be bankrupt and must not have been criminally convicted. Ongoing criminal proceedings against the said individual in courts do not disqualify the person from membership of the Lok Sabha; however this must be clearlymentioned while filing the affidavit to the Election Commission.
540.

What is the minimum age prescribed for becoming a member of Rajya Sabha?

A. 25 years
B. 21 years
C. 30 years
D. 35 years
Answer» C. 30 years
Explanation: Article 84 of the Constitution lays clown the qualifications for membership of Parliament. A person to be qualified for the membership of the Rajya Sabha should be a citizen of India and make and subscribe before some person authorized in that behalf by the Election Commission an oath or affirmation according to the form set out for the purpose in the Third Schedule to the Constitution; and he must be not less than 30 years of age.
541.

Which article of the Constitution permits the Supreme Court to review its own judgement or order? (1)

A. Article 137
B. (2) Article 138
C. Article 139
D. Article 140
Answer» A. Article 137
Explanation: Article 137 of the constitution permits the Supreme Court to review its own judgment or order. Article 137 of the Constitution provides that subject to provisions of any law and rule made under Article 145 the Supreme Court of India has the power to review any judgement pronounced (or order madc) by it.
542.

In which State does the Governor nominate women to the Assembly?

A. Jammu & Kashmir
B. Sikkim
C. Manipur
D. Nagaland
Answer» A. Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation: Two women may be nominated as members of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly by the Governor of Jammu and Kashmir if he or she is of the opinion that women are not adequately represented.
543.

The first Speaker of the Lok Sabha was

A. Rabi Ray
B. M. Ananthasayanarn Ayangar
C. Hukam Singh
D. G.V. Mavalankar
Answer» D. G.V. Mavalankar
Explanation: The Right to Information Act was passed (enacted) by Parliament on 15 June 2005. It received presidential assent on 22 June 2015 and came fully into force on 12 October 2005. The Act replaced the erst-while Freedom of information Act, 2002.
544.

When was RTI Act enacted in India?

A. 15th June, 2005
B. 15th August, 2005
C. 15th March, 2005
D. 15th July, 2005
Answer» A. 15th June, 2005
Explanation: This law was passed by Parliament on 15 June 2005 and came fully into force on 12 October 2005. Every day, over 4800 RTI applications are filed. In the first ten years of the commencement of the act over 17,500,000 applications had been filed. RTI is a legal right for every citizen of India.
545.

Who had played key role in the formation of Lokpal bill in India?

A. VI pin Hazarika
B. Anna Hajare
C. Baba Arnte
D. Medha Patekar
Answer» B. Anna Hajare
Explanation: Anna Hazare started an indefinite hunger strike on 5 April 2011 to exert pressure on the Indian government to enact a stringent anti-corruption law, The Lokpal Bill, 2011 for the institution of an ombudsman with the powerto deal with corruption in public places. The fast led to nation-wide protests in support.
546.

Which of the following States has recorded rudest Voting percent in Vidhan Sabha Election 2013?

A. Rajasthan
B. Madhya Pradesh
C. Mizoram
D. Cliattisgarh
Answer» C. Mizoram
Explanation: In the 2013 elections, voting ranged between over 65 per cent in Delhi and over 81 per cent in Mizoram. Rajasthan recorded over 74 per cent, while Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh over 70 per cent. Around 83 million voters exercised their franchise in the November-December elections.
547.

Which of the following High Courts had legalized gay sex in India during 2009?

A. Mizoram
B. Goa
C. Delhi
D. Chandigarh
Answer» C. Delhi
Explanation: The Delhi High Court had on July 2, 2009 decriminalized gay sex as provided in Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and ruled that sex between two consenting adults in private would not be an offence. However, in December 2013, the Supreme Court of India set aside the Delhi High Court ruling and observed that Section 377 is a valid constitutional provision.
548.

The Environment (Protection) Bill was passed by the Parliament of India in–

A. 1984
B. 1972
C. 1986
D. 1981
Answer» C. 1986
Explanation: The Environment (Protection) Act was enacted in 1986 with the objective of providing for the protection and improvement of the environment. It empowers the Central Government to establish authorities charged with the mandate of preventing environmentalpollution and to tackle specific environmental problems. The Act was last amended in 1991.
549.

LA Sabha and Rajya Sabha had passed the Lokpal Bill with more strong amendments in –

A. 2012
B. 2013
C. 2009
D. 2011
Answer» B. 2013
Explanation: The historic Lokpal Bill, on 18 December 2013, took a giant step towards enactment after a 46-year wait, with the Lok Sabha passing it. The Rajya Sabha had passed it a day earlier. The Bill provides for the appointment of a powerful anti-graft ombudsman to investigate wrongdoing in Government.
550.

How many assembly segments are there as per Vidhan Sabha Elections 2013 in Delhi?

A. 70
B. 72
C. 66
D. 68
Answer» A. 70
Explanation: The Legislative Assembly of Delhi, also known as Delhi Vidhan Sabha, is made up of 70 members. It is a unicameral law making body of the National Capital Territory of Delhi, one of the 7 union territories in India.
551.

The term "Fourth Estate" is used for –

A. The Press and Newspaper
B. Parliament
C. Judiciary
D. The Executive
Answer» A. The Press and Newspaper
Explanation: The Fourth Estate (or fourth estate) is a societal or political force or institution whose influence is not consistently or officially recognized. "Fourth Estate" most commonly refers to the news media; especially print journalism or 'The Press."
552.

Which one of the following is described as the Fourth Estate?

A. Judiciary
B. Media
C. Legislature
D. Executive
Answer» B. Media
Explanation: The Fourth Estate (or fourth estate) is a societal or political force or institution whose influence is not consistently or officially recognized. "Fourth Estate" most commonly refers to the news media; especially print journalism or "The Press". Thomas Carlyle attributed the origin of the term to Edmund Burke, who used it in a parliamentary debate in 1787 on the opening up of Press reporting of the House of Commons of Great Britain.
553.

Which of the following constitutional Amendment Act, deals with the Elementary Education as a Fundamental Right?

A. 84th Amendment Act
B. 85th Amendment Act
C. 86th Amendment Act
D. 87th Amendment Act
Answer» C. 86th Amendment Act
Explanation: The 86th Constitutional Amendment Act 2002 inserted Article 21A in the Indian constitution, making right to elementary education a fundamental right. According to this amendment act, the State shall provide free and compulsory education to all children of the age of six tofourteen years in such manner as the State may, by law, determine.
554.

In the 42nd Constitutional Amendment 1976, which word was added to the Preamble?

A. Democratic
B. Equality
C. Secular
D. Socialist
Answer» D. Socialist
Explanation: The 42nd constitutional amendment Act, 1976 amended the Preamble and changed the description of India from "sovereign democratic republic" to a "sovereign, socialist secular democratic republic". It also changed the words "unity of the nation" to "unity and integrity of the nation".
555.

Where is the objective of "Social justice" articulated in the Constitution of India?

A. Art. 14
B. Art. 16
C. Art. 15
D. Preamble
Answer» C. Art. 15
Explanation: Article 15 of the constitution states that no person shall be discriminated on the basis of caste, colour, language etc. Every person shall have equal access to public places like public parks, museums, wells, bathing ghats and temples etc. However, the State may make any special provision for women and children. Special provisions may be made for the advancements of any socially or educationally backward class or scheduled castes or scheduled tribes.
556.

Which of the following is rota Panchayati Raj Institution?

A. Gram Sabha
B. Gram Panchayat
C. Gram Cooperative Society
D. Nyaya Panchayat
Answer» C. Gram Cooperative Society
Explanation: Cooperative is an autonomous association of persons who voluntarily cooperate for their mutual social, economic, and cultural benefit. Cooperatives include non-profit community organizations and businesses that are owned and managed by the people who use its services (a consumer cooperative) and/or by the people who work there (a worker cooperative) or by the people who live there (a housing cooperative).
557.

Who was the first woman Chief Justice of a High Court of a state in India?

A. Sunanda Bhandare
B. Fathima Beevi
C. Leila Seth
D. Anna Chandy
Answer» C. Leila Seth
Explanation: Justice Leila Seth was the first woman judge of the Delhi High Court and the first woman to become the Chief Justice of a State High Court in India. She was appointed as the first woman judge in the Delhi High Court. In 1991, she was appointed as the Chief Justice of Himachal Pradesh High Court.
558.

'Equality before law' in India is derived from –

A. Case Law
B. Political Conventions
C. Constitution
D. Gandhian Philosophy
Answer» C. Constitution
Explanation: Right to equality is an important right provided for in Articles 14, 15, 16, 17 and 18 of the constitution. It is the principal foundation of all other rights and liberties. Article 14 of the constitution guarantees equality before law. It means that all citizens shall be equally protected by the laws of the country. It means that the State cannot discriminate any of the Indian citizens on the basis of their caste, creed, colour, sex, gender, religion or place of birth.
559.

To whome can a case of dispute in the election of the President of India be referred to?

A. Election Commission
B. Parliament
C. Supreme Court of India
D. Cabinet
Answer» C. Supreme Court of India
Explanation: According to Article 71 of the Constitution, all doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court. Further, according to section 14 of the Presidential and Vice-Presidential Elections Act, 1952, an election petition can be filed before the Supreme Court.
560.

In which year were the Indian states reorganised on the linguistic basis?

A. 1947
B. 1951
C. 1956
D. 1966
Answer» C. 1956
Explanation: The States Reorganisation Act of 1956 was a major reform of the boundaries of India's states and territories, organising them along linguistic lines. Although additional changes to India's state boundaries have been made since 1956, the States Reorganisation Act of 1956 remains the single most extensive change in state boundaries since the independence of India in 1947.
561.

Which among the following is a constitutional body as per the Indian Constitution?

A. Finance Commission
B. National Development Council
C. Planning Commission
D. None of the above
Answer» A. Finance Commission
Explanation: Finance Commission is constituted to define financial relations between the Centre and the States. Under the provision of Article 280 of the constitution of India, the President appoints a Finance Commission for the specific purpose of devolution of non-plan revenue resources. YV Reddy is the chairman of the 14th Finance commission.
562.

Who was the first Chief Election Commissioner of India?

A. K.V.K. Sundaram
B. Sukumar Sen
C. G.V. Mavlankar
D. T. Swaminathan
Answer» B. Sukumar Sen
Explanation: Sukumar Sen was the first Chier Election Commissioner of India (March 21, 1950 - December 19, 1958). V S Sampath is the Chief Election Commissioner of India since June 11, 2012.
563.

The Chairman of the Finance Commission is appointed by –

A. The President
B. The Prime Minister
C. The Cabinet
D. The Parliament
Answer» A. The President
Explanation: As per the Constitution, the commission is appointed every five years and consists of a chairman and four other members appointed by the President of India.
564.

Swaraj Trophy is associated with which of the following -

A. Best district
B. Best Zila Parishad
C. Best metropolitan
D. Best Panchayat
Answer» A. Best district
Explanation: Kerala Government distributes the Swaraj Trophy and cash prize for the best local bodies. From 19992000 onwards, the prize extents for the best district panchayat, block panchayat and municipalities.
565.

Which is the first state in South India to introduce Panchayati Raj?

A. Andhra Pradesh
B. Kerala
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Karnatka
Answer» A. Andhra Pradesh
Explanation: Andhra Pradesh is the first state in South India to introduce Panchayati Raj. Overall second state in India after Rajasthan.
566.

There is no provision in the Constitution for the impeachment of the –

A. Chief Justice of India
B. ChiefJustice of a High Court
C. Governor
D. Vice President
Answer» C. Governor
Explanation: The Governors and Lieutenant- Governors are appointed by the President for a term of 5 years. The term of Governor's office is normally 5 years but it can be terminated earlier by dismissal by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister of the country, at whose pleasure the Governor holds office; and resignation by the governor. There is no provision of impeachment, as it happens for the President.
567.

Who was the first Woman Governor of a State in free India from out of the following?

A. Mrs. Sarojini Naidu
B. Mrs. Sucheta Kriphmi
C. Mrs. Indira Gandhi
D. Mrs. Vijay Laxrni Pandit
Answer» A. Mrs. Sarojini Naidu
Explanation: Mrs. Sarojini Naidu was the first Indian woman to become the President of the Indian National Congress and the first woman to become the Governor of Uttar Pradesh.
568.

After question hour, a motion moved by a Member of Parliament to draw the attention of Executive for discussing a definite matter of public importance is-

A. Privilege motion
B. Calling attention Motion
C. Adjournment motion
D. No-confidence motion
Answer» C. Adjournment motion
Explanation: Adjournment motion is moved by a member when it is desired to draw the attention of the Executive for the purpose of discussing a definite matter of urgent public importance. It is an extraordinary procedure which, if admitted, leads to setting aside the normal business of the House for discussing a definite matter of urgent public importance.
569.

The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by the –

A. President of India
B. Prime Minister of India
C. Speaker of Lok Sabha
D. Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Answer» C. Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation: The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. PAC is formed every year with strength of not more than 22 members of which 15 are from Lok Sabha and 7 from Rajya Sabha.
570.

Which one of the following liberties is not embodied in the Preamble to the Constitution of India?

A. Liberty of thought
B. Liberty of expression
C. Liberty of belief
D. Economic liberty
Answer» D. Economic liberty
Explanation: Economic liberty is not embodied in the Preamble to the constitution of India.
571.

Which one of the following words was not included in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution in 1975?

A. Fraternity
B. Sovereign
C. Equality
D. Integrity
Answer» D. Integrity
Explanation: 'Integrity' word was not included in the preamble.
572.

Which High Court has jurisdiction over the State of Arunachal Pradesh?

A. Guwahati
B. Mumbai
C. Kolkata
D. Chandigarh
Answer» A. Guwahati
Explanation: The Guwahati High Court was established on 1 March, 1948 after the Government of India Act 1935 was passed. It was originally known as the High Court ofAssam and Nagaland, but renamed as Gauhati High Court in 1971.
573.

Which among the following Union Territory has a Judicial Commissioner?

A. Pondicherry
B. Andaman & Nicobar Islands
C. Daman & Diu
D. Lakshadweep
Answer» C. Daman & Diu
Explanation: Act no. 16 of 1964 is an act to declare the judicial commissioner's court for Goa, Daman and Diu [16th may, 1964].
574.

Which one of the following Articles of the Constitution of India lays down that no citizen can be denied the use of wells, tanks and bathing Ghats maintained out of State funds? (1)

A. Article 14
B. (2) Article 15
C. (3) Article 16
D. (4) Article 17
Answer» B. (2) Article 15
Explanation: Article 15 states Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth. No citizen shall, on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth or any of them, be subject to any disability, liability, restriction or condition with regard to- (1) access to shops, public restaurants, hotels and places of public entertainment; or (2) the use of wells, tanks, bathing ghats, roads and places of public resort maintained wholly or partly out of State funds or dedicated to the use of the general public.
575.

The right to nominate members to the Rajya Sabha rests with –

A. The President
B. The Vice President
C. The Judiciary
D. The Lok Sabha
Answer» A. The President
Explanation: Rajya Sabha membership is limited to 250 members, 12 of whom are nominated by the President of India for their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
576.

The minimum age for a person to seek election to Lok Sabha is –

A. 21 years
B. 25 years
C. 30 years
D. 35 years
Answer» B. 25 years
Explanation: The minimum age for a person to become a member of Rajya Sabha is 30 years. The minimum qualifying age for membership of the Lok Sabha is 25 years. Note : Dushyant Chautala is the Youngest Member of Parliament till date. He is the youngest ever elected member or Parliament in the history of India and holds a record in timca Book of Records.
577.

According to which Article of Constitution of India, the Chief Minister is appointed by the Governor of A State?

A. Article 163
B. Article 164
C. Article 165
D. Article 166
Answer» B. Article 164
Explanation: Under Article 164 of Constitution of India, the chief minister is appointed by the governor of a state.
578.

Flow many times the President of India can seek reelection to his post?

A. Once
B. 2 times
C. 3 times
D. Any number of times
Answer» D. Any number of times
Explanation: The President of India can opt for re-election as many times as he wishes. Rajendra Prasad was the only president to have been elected twice for the office. There is neither any bar on re-election In the Indian Constitution, nor does it mention the number of times the same person can be elected to the top most office in India. Historically, ruling party (majority in the Lok Sabha) nominees have been elected and run largely uncontested. Incumbents are permitted to stand for re-election, but unlike the president of the United States, who can be elected just twice,incumbents can be elected for any number of terms.
579.

Which of the following appointments is not made by the President of India?

A. Speakerof the Lok Sabha
B. Chief Justice of India
C. Chief of Air Staff
D. Chief of Army
Answer» A. Speakerof the Lok Sabha
Explanation: The Speaker is the presiding officer of the lower house of Parliament of India. The speaker is elected in the very first meeting of the Lok Sabha after the general elections for a term of 5 years from amongst the members of the Lok Sabha. He/she is supposed to resign from his/her original party because as a speaker, he/she has to remain impartial.
580.

The Constitution of India lays down that the two Houses of Parliament must be summoned at least –

A. four times a year
B. thrice a year
C. twice a year
D. once a year
Answer» C. twice a year
Explanation: The period during which the House meets to conduct its business is called a session. The Constitution empowers the President to summon each House at such intervals that there should not be more than 6 month's gap between the two sessions. Hence the Parliament must meet at least twice a year.
581.

In which year Supreme Court of India came into being?

A. 1937 January 28
B. 1947 January 28
C. 1950 January 28
D. 1949 January 28
Answer» C. 1950 January 28
Explanation: On the 28th of January, 1950, two days after India became a Sovereign Democratic Republic, the Supreme Court came into being. The inauguration took place in the Chamber of Princes in the Parliament building which alsohoused India's Parliament, consisting of the Council of States and the House of the People.
582.

Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in which of the following articles of Indian Constitution?

A. Article 131
B. Article 132
C. Article 143
D. Article 148
Answer» A. Article 131
Explanation: Article 131 of the Constitution of India deals with the original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of India.
583.

Which article of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court?

A. Article 129
B. Article 132
C. Article 143
D. Article 32
Answer» C. Article 143
Explanation: Article 143 of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court.
584.

How many fundamental duties are there in our Indian Constitution?

A. 11
B. 9
C. 12
D. 8
Answer» A. 11
Explanation: Originally ten in number, the Fundamental Duties were increased to eleven by the 86th Amendment in 2002, which added a duty on every parent or guardian to ensure that their child or ward was provided opportunities for education between the ages of six and fourteen years. The Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976.
585.

The concept of Directive Principles of State Policy in Indian Constitution is adopted from that of -

A. Irish
B. US
C. USSR and China
D. Japan and Korea
Answer» A. Irish
Explanation: The Directive Principles of State Policy, embodied in Part IV of the Constitution, was borrowed from the Irish Constitution. They are directions given to the State to guide the establishment of an economic and social democracy, as proposed by the Preamble.
586.

Which one of the following writs literally means 'what is your anthority'?

A. Habeas Corpus
B. Certiorari
C. Quo Warranto
D. Prohibition
Answer» C. Quo Warranto
Explanation: Quo warranto (Medieval Latin for "by what warrant?") is a prerogative writ requiring the person to whom it is directed to show what authority they have for exercising some right or power (or "franchise") they claim to hold. It is a legal proceeding during which an individual's right to hold an office or governmental privilege is challenged.
587.

Which schedule of Indian Constitution is related to Panchayti Raj?

A. II Schedule
B. VIII Schedule
C. X Schedule
D. XI Schedule
Answer» D. XI Schedule
Explanation: The XI schedule of the constitution deals with Partchayati Raj. IInd schedule deals with salary of President, Chief justice, Governors & CAG of India.
588.

Which of the following schedules of Indian Constitution is related with the allotment of seats in Rajya Sabha?

A. Third Schedule
B. Fourth Schedule
C. Fifth Schedule
D. Sixth Schedule
Answer» B. Fourth Schedule
Explanation: 4th Schedule of constitution is related to allotment of seats in Rajya Sabha. Democratic-republic form of government is the basic structure of the constitution.
589.

Under which article the parliament of India can legislate on any subject in the state list in national interest?

A. Article 229
B. Article 230
C. Article 247
D. Article 249
Answer» D. Article 249
Explanation: Under the Article 249, the Parliament of India can legislate on any subject in the state list in national interest. The Council of States has declared by resolution supported by not less than two thirds of the members present and voting that it is necessary in national interest that Parliament should make laws with respect to any matter enumerated in the State List specified in the resolution. Article 229 is for officers and servants and expenses of High Courts. Article 230 deals with extension of jurisdiction of High Courts to union territories. Article 247 gives power to the Parliament to provide establishment of certain additional courts.
590.

Which one of the following is not mentioned in the Preamble to the Constitution of India?

A. Justice
B. Fraternity
C. Adult franchise
D. Equality of position
Answer» C. Adult franchise
Explanation: The preamble to the Constitution of India is a brief introductory statement that sets out the guiding purpose arid principles of the document. The Preamble mentions Justice, social, economic and political; LIBERTY, of thought, expression, belief, faith and worship; EQUALITY of status and of opportunity; and FRATERNITY assuring the dignity of the individual and the unity and integrity of the Nation.
591.

'Shadow Cabinet' is the feature of Administrative system of :

A. Britain
B. USA
C. France
D. Japan
Answer» A. Britain
Explanation: The Shadow Cabinet is a feature of the Westminster (British) system of government. It comprises a senior group of opposition spokespeople who, under the leadership of the Leader of the Opposition, form an alternative cabinet to that of the government, and whose members shadow or mark each individual member of the Cabinet.
592.

The first General Election in India and first Amendment to the Constitution was held in: (1)

A. 1949(2)
B. 1950
C. 1951
D. 1952
Answer» C. 1951
Explanation: The Indian general election of 1951-52 elected the first Lok Sabha since India became independent in August 1947. The First Amendment of the Constitution of India was enacted in 1951. It made several changes to the Fundamental Rights provisions of the constitution.
593.

Which of the following considers the state as primarily a social organism?

A. Historical Approach
B. sociological Approach
C. Economic Approach
D. Psychological Approach
Answer» B. sociological Approach
Explanation: The sociological approach emphasizes that social context is necessary for the understanding and explanation of political behavior of the members of a community. This approach considers the state pit madly as a social organism whose component parts are individuals and seeks to deduce its qualities and attributes from the qualities and attributes of the men composing it.
594.

In a cut motion, when the amount of demand is reduced by Rs.100 it is known as –

A. Disapproval of policy cut
B. Economy cut
C. Vote on Accouht
D. Token cut
Answer» D. Token cut
Explanation: When a cut motion is moved to reduce the amount of a demand by Rs. 100, it is known as 'Token Cut'. It aims to ventilate a specific grievance which is within the sphere of the responsibility of the Government of India. Token cut is symbolic and is humiliating for the Government.
595.

Consumer Protection Act 1986, was amended in : (1)

A. 1992
B. (2) 1993
C. 1994
D. 1991
Answer» B. (2) 1993
Explanation: Consumer Protection Act, 1986 is an act of Parliament of India enacted in 1986 to protect interests of consumers in India. The Act was amended in 1991 mainly to incorporate provisions for the quorum of District Forum, appointing persons to preside over State Commission/District Forum in case of absence of the President to enable the court function uninterruptedly. In 1993 the Act was again amended exhaustively to make it more effective and purposeful.
596.

Section of IPC, which deals with LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender) community is : (1)

A. 377
B. (2) 376
C. 370
D. None of these
Answer» A. 377
Explanation: Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community comes under Homosexual intercourse, a criminal offence under Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. The section criminalizes sexual activities "against the order of nature."
597.

Who was the first woman Chief Minister of a State?

A. Sarojini Naidu
B. Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit
C. Sucheta Kripalani
D. Jayalalithaa
Answer» C. Sucheta Kripalani
Explanation: Sucheta Kriplani was an Indian freedom fighter and politician in Uttar Pradesh, India. She became the first woman to be elected Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh in 1963. She remained in office till 1967.
598.

Socialist thinkers advocate the extension of the right to equality in –

A. Political sphere
B. Economic sphere
C. Social sphere
D. Legal sphere
Answer» B. Economic sphere
Explanation: Socialism is an economic system characterized by social ownership of the means of production and cooperative management of the economy, and a political philosophy advocating such a system. So it advocates the extension of the principal of equality in economic sphere. Lately, it has been used to refer to an ethical political doctrine focusing on a common set of values emphasizing social cooperation, universal welfare, and equality.
599.

Who was the first Deputy Prime Minister of India?

A. Moraji Desai
B. Vallabhbhai Patel
C. G. B. Pant
D. Devi Lal
Answer» B. Vallabhbhai Patel
Explanation: As the first Home Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel organised relief for refugees in Punjab and Delhi, and led efforts to restore peace across the nation. Patel took charge of the task to forge a united India from the British colonial provinces allocated to India and more than five hundred self-governing princely states, released from British suzerainty by the Indian Independence Act 1947. Using frank diplomacy, backed with the option and use of military force, Patel's leadership persuaded almost every princely state which did not have a Muslim majority to accede to India. Hailed as the Iron Man of India, he is also remembered as the "Patron Saint" of India's civil servants for establishing modern all-India services.
600.

In the 13th Lok Sabha elections in which of the following states did the ruling alliance winn all the seats?

A. Andhra Pradesh
B. Orissa
C. Haryana
D. Gujarat
Answer» C. Haryana
Explanation: The 13th Lok Sabha election is of historical importance as it was the first time a united front of parties managed to attain a majority and form a government that lasted a fullterm of five years, thus ending a period of political instability at the national level that had been characterized by three general elections held in as many years. In Haryana, the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Indian National Lok Dal won all the ten seats, with each party winning 5 each.
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