1.Who is considered the father of the Indian Constitution?
- a) Jawaharlal Nehru
- b) B.R. Ambedkar
- c) Sardar Patel
- d) Mahatma Gandhi
Answer: b) B.R. Ambedkar
2.Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with Fundamental Rights?
- a) Part I
- b) Part II
- c) Part III
- d) Part IV
Answer: c) Part III
3.The concept of 'Judicial Review' in India is borrowed from which country?
- a) France
- b) USA
- c) UK
- d) Germany
Answer:b) USA
4. Which amendment of the Indian Constitution is called the 'Mini Constitution'?
- a) 42nd Amendment
- b) 44th Amendment
- c) 61st Amendment
- d) 73rd Amendment
Answer:a) 42nd Amendment
6.How many members of the Rajya Sabha are nominated by the President?
- a) 12
- b) 15
- c) 10
- d) 8
Answer: a) 12
7.The Indian Parliament consists of:
- a) Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
- b) Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, and the President
- c) Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, and the Prime Minister
- d) Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, and the Supreme Court
Answer: b) Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, and the President
7. What is the tenure of a member of the Lok Sabha?
- a) 4 years
- b) 5 years
- c) 6 years
- d) 7 years
Answer:b) 5 years
8.The Directive Principles of State Policy are enshrined in which part of the Indian Constitution?
- a) Part III
- b) Part IV
- c) Part V
- d) Part VI
Answer: b) Part IV
9.Who appoints the Chief Justice of India?
- a) The Prime Minister
- b) The President
- c) The Law Minister
- d) The Attorney General of India
Answer:b) The President
Here are 50 multiple-choice questions on Indian polity, starting from question number 10:
10. Which article of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to equality?
a) Article 14
b) Article 19
c) Article 21
d) Article 32
Answer: a) Article 14
Explanation: Article 14 of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to equality before the law and equal protection of the laws.
11. Who is known as the father of the Indian Constitution?
a) B.R. Ambedkar
b) Sardar Patel
c) Mahatma Gandhi
d) Jawaharlal Nehru
Answer: a) B.R. Ambedkar
Explanation: B.R. Ambedkar is recognized as the principal architect of the Indian Constitution.
12. What is the term for the collective body of the President and the two Houses of Parliament in India?
a) The Legislature
b) The Executive
c) The Judiciary
d) The Council of Ministers
Answer: a) The Legislature
Explanation: The Legislature consists of the President and the two Houses of Parliament (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha).
13. How many fundamental duties are enshrined in the Indian Constitution?
a) 8
b) 10
c) 12
d) 15
Answer: a) 11
Explanation: The Constitution of India lists 11 fundamental duties under Article 51A.
14. Which article empowers the President to dissolve the Lok Sabha?
a) Article 85
b) Article 83
c) Article 75
d) Article 73
Answer: a) Article 85
Explanation: Article 85 of the Constitution grants the President the authority to dissolve the Lok Sabha.
15. What is the maximum strength of the Lok Sabha as per the Constitution?
a) 500
b) 550
c) 600
d) 525
Answer: b) 552
Explanation: The Lok Sabha can have a maximum of 552 members, including 530 from the States and 20 from the Union territories.
16. Who among the following can be impeached?
a) Prime Minister
b) Chief Minister
c) President
d) Governor
Answer: c) President
Explanation: The President of India can be impeached for violation of the Constitution.
17. What is the main function of the Rajya Sabha?
a) To legislate
b) To approve budgets
c) To provide representation to the States
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
Explanation: The Rajya Sabha serves multiple functions including legislation, budget approval, and representation of states.
18. Which article provides for the establishment of a Finance Commission?
a) Article 280
b) Article 245
c) Article 300
d) Article 275
Answer: a) Article 280
Explanation: Article 280 of the Indian Constitution mandates the establishment of a Finance Commission every five years.
19. What is the minimum age for becoming a member of the Rajya Sabha?
a) 30 years
b) 25 years
c) 35 years
d) 40 years
Answer: a) 30 years
Explanation: A candidate must be at least 30 years old to contest for the Rajya Sabha.
20. Which Constitutional Amendment added the Fundamental Duties to the Constitution?
a) 42nd Amendment
b) 44th Amendment
c) 61st Amendment
d) 73rd Amendment
Answer: a) 42nd Amendment
Explanation: The 42nd Amendment, enacted in 1976, added Fundamental Duties to the Indian Constitution.
21. What is the highest court in India?
a) High Court
b) District Court
c) Supreme Court
d) Sessions Court
Answer: c) Supreme Court
Explanation: The Supreme Court is the highest judicial forum and final court of appeal under the Constitution of India.
22. How many schedules are there in the Indian Constitution?
a) 10
b) 12
c) 14
d) 16
Answer: c) 12
Explanation: The Indian Constitution originally had 12 schedules; this number has since increased with amendments.
23. Who has the power to declare a national emergency in India?
a) Prime Minister
b) President
c) Chief Justice
d) Parliament
Answer: b) President
Explanation: The President of India can declare a national emergency under Article 352 of the Constitution.
24. Which article deals with the representation of the Anglo-Indian community in the Lok Sabha?
a) Article 331
b) Article 341
c) Article 338
d) Article 335
Answer: a) Article 331
Explanation: Article 331 provides for the representation of the Anglo-Indian community in the Lok Sabha.
25. What is the term of office for the members of the Rajya Sabha?
a) 3 years
b) 5 years
c) 6 years
d) 4 years
Answer: c) 6 years
Explanation: Members of the Rajya Sabha serve a term of six years, with one-third of the members retiring every two years.
26. Which Constitutional body is responsible for conducting elections in India?
a) Election Commission
b) Parliament
c) Judiciary
d) Legislative Assembly
Answer: a) Election Commission
Explanation: The Election Commission of India is responsible for administering election processes in the country.
27. What is the function of the Public Accounts Committee?
a) To examine the expenditure of the government
b) To draft the budget
c) To approve laws
d) To manage elections
Answer: a) To examine the expenditure of the government
Explanation: The Public Accounts Committee examines the accounts showing the appropriation of funds voted by the Parliament.
28. Under which article can the President appoint the Prime Minister?
a) Article 74
b) Article 75
c) Article 76
d) Article 77
Answer: b) Article 75
Explanation: Article 75 states that the President shall appoint the Prime Minister and other ministers.
29. How many judges are there in the Supreme Court of India, including the Chief Justice?
a) 30
b) 34
c) 32
d) 28
Answer: c) 34
Explanation: As of now, the Supreme Court of India consists of 34 judges, including the Chief Justice.
30. What is the term used for the process of redrawing electoral boundaries?
a) Redistricting
b) Delimitation
c) Census
d) Referendum
Answer: b) Delimitation
Explanation: Delimitation is the process of redrawing the boundaries of electoral constituencies.
31. Which article provides for the right to information?
a) Article 19
b) Article 21
c) Article 22
d) Article 23
Answer: a) Article 19
Explanation: Article 19 guarantees the right to freedom of speech and expression, which includes the right to information.
32. Who is the guardian of the Constitution of India?
a) Prime Minister
b) President
c) Chief Justice
d) Parliament
Answer: c) Chief Justice
Explanation: The Chief Justice of India is considered the guardian of the Constitution, ensuring its supremacy.
33. What is the main objective of the Directive Principles of State Policy?
a) To ensure individual rights
b) To guide the State in policy-making
c) To punish offenders
d) To regulate trade
Answer: b) To guide the State in policy-making
Explanation: The Directive Principles of State Policy aim to guide the State in formulating policies for the welfare of the people.
34. Which article of the Constitution allows for the declaration of a financial emergency?
a) Article 360
b) Article 352
c) Article 356
d) Article 370
Answer: a) Article 360
Explanation: Article 360 empowers the President to declare a financial emergency if the financial stability of the country is threatened.
35. What is the maximum number of members in the Lok Sabha?
a) 500
b) 552
c) 545
d) 600
Answer: b) 552
Explanation: The Lok Sabha can have a maximum of 552 members, including representatives of the States and Union territories.The maximum number of members in the Lok Sabha is 552. This includes.530 representatives from the States.20 representatives from the Union territories.2 members nominated by the President from the Anglo-Indian community (this provision was removed by the 104th Constitutional Amendment Act in 2019, but previously it was included).
36. What is the primary purpose of the President's Rule in a state?
a) To impose military rule
b) To take over the governance of the state
c) To conduct elections
d) To dissolve the Legislative Assembly
Answer: b) To take over the governance of the state
Explanation: President's Rule is imposed when the state government is unable to function according to the Constitution.
37. Which part of the Constitution contains the Fundamental Rights?
a) Part III
b) Part IV
c) Part II
d) Part V
Answer: a) Part III
38. Which body has the power to impeach the President of India?
a) Lok Sabha
b) Rajya Sabha
c) Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
d) Supreme Court
Answer: c) Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
Explanation: The impeachment process of the President involves both houses of Parliament: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.
39. Which schedule of the Indian Constitution contains the list of states and Union territories?
a) First Schedule
b) Second Schedule
c) Third Schedule
d) Fourth Schedule
Answer: a) First Schedule
Explanation: The First Schedule of the Constitution lists the names of the States and Union territories of India.
40. What is the minimum age to become the President of India?
a) 30 years
b) 35 years
c) 40 years
d) 45 years
Answer: b) 35 years
Explanation: A candidate must be at least 35 years old to be eligible for election as President of India.
41. Which article of the Indian Constitution ensures the right to life and personal liberty?
a) Article 19
b) Article 21
c) Article 22
d) Article 23
Answer: b) Article 21
Explanation: Article 21 guarantees the right to life and personal liberty to all individuals.
42. What is the primary function of the Cabinet in India?
a) To make laws
b) To execute laws
c) To interpret laws
d) To regulate trade
Answer: b) To execute laws
Explanation: The Cabinet is responsible for the execution of laws and governance of the country.
43. How many times has the Constitution of India been amended?
a) 100 times
b) 75 times
c) 105 times
d) 120 times
Answer: c) 105 times
Explanation: As of now, the Constitution of India has been amended over 100 times since its adoption in 1950.
44. Which article provides for the establishment of the Panchayati Raj system?
a) Article 40
b) Article 243
c) Article 32
d) Article 37
Answer: b) Article 243
Explanation: Article 243 of the Constitution provides for the establishment of the Panchayati Raj system in rural areas.
45. What is the quorum required for a meeting of the Lok Sabha?
a) One-fourth of the total strength
b) One-third of the total strength
c) Half of the total strength
d) One-fifth of the total strength
Answer: a) One-fourth of the total strength
Explanation: The quorum required for a meeting of the Lok Sabha is one-fourth of its total strength.
46. Who is the current Attorney General of India?
a) K.K. Venugopal
b) Mukul Rohatgi
c) G. E. Vahanvati
d) Soli Sorabjee
Answer: a) K.K. Venugopal
Explanation: K.K. Venugopal has been serving as the Attorney General of India.
47. Which Constitutional Article deals with the amendment procedure?
a) Article 368
b) Article 370
c) Article 356
d) Article 354
Answer: a) Article 368
Explanation: Article 368 lays down the procedure for amending the Constitution.
48. Who has the authority to appoint the Chief Election Commissioner of India?
a) Prime Minister
b) President
c) Lok Sabha
d) Parliament
Answer: b) President
Explanation: The President of India appoints the Chief Election Commissioner.
49. Which article allows for the appointment of the Finance Commission?
a) Article 280
b) Article 300
c) Article 250
d) Article 370
Answer: a) Article 280
Explanation: Article 280 provides for the appointment of a Finance Commission by the President every five years.
50. What is the main function of the Legislative Assembly in the states?
a) To make laws
b) To execute laws
c) To interpret laws
d) To conduct elections
Answer: a) To make laws
Explanation: The primary function of the Legislative Assembly is to legislate and make laws for the state.
51. Who is the ex-officio chairman of the Rajya Sabha?
a) President
b) Vice President
c) Prime Minister
d) Speaker of Lok Sabha
Answer: b) Vice President
Explanation: The Vice President of India is the ex-officio chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
52. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with the Union Territories?
a) Part I
b) Part II
c) Part III
d) Part IV
Answer: a) Part I
Explanation: Part I of the Constitution deals with the Union and its territories.
53. Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the right to freedom of speech and expression?
a) Article 19
b) Article 21
c) Article 25
d) Article 30
Answer: a) Article 19
Explanation: Article 19 guarantees the right to freedom of speech and expression to all citizens.
54. What is the term used for the President's power to appoint the Governor of a state?
a) Executive power
b) Legislative power
c) Judicial power
d) Financial power
Answer: a) Executive power
Explanation: The President exercises executive power to appoint the Governors of the states.
55. Who among the following is not a member of the National Development Council?
a) Chief Ministers of States
b) Members of the Planning Commission
c) Governors of States
d) Union Ministers
Answer: c) Governors of States
Explanation: Governors of states are not members of the National Development Council.
56. Which Constitutional Amendment is known as the "Mini Constitution"?
a) 42nd Amendment
b) 44th Amendment
c) 61st Amendment
d) 73rd Amendment
Answer: a) 42nd Amendment
Explanation: The 42nd Amendment, enacted in 1976, is often referred to as the "Mini Constitution" due to the significant changes it made.
57. What is the maximum period for which the President can impose President's Rule in a state?
a) 3 months
b) 6 months
c) 1 year
d) Indefinitely
Answer: b) 6 months
Explanation: President's Rule can be imposed for a maximum period of 6 months, subject to renewal.
58. Which article of the Constitution protects the rights of minorities?
a) Article 29
b) Article 30
c) Article 19
d) Article 21
Answer: b) Article 30
Explanation: Article 30 provides for the rights of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions.
59. Who has the power to call a joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament?
a) Prime Minister
b) Speaker of Lok Sabha
c) President
d) Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Answer: c) President
Explanation: The President of India has the power to call a joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament.
60. Which article of the Constitution deals with the appointment of the Attorney General of India?
a) Article 76
b) Article 77
c) Article 78
d) Article 79
Answer: a) Article 76
Explanation: Article 76 provides for the appointment of the Attorney General of India.
61. Which article provides for the establishment of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes?
a) Article 338
b) Article 340
c) Article 341
d) Article 342
Answer: a) Article 338
Explanation: Article 338 provides for the establishment of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes to investigate and monitor the safeguards for SCs.
62. What is the primary role of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha?
a) To conduct elections
b) To represent the Lok Sabha
c) To preside over the sessions of the Lok Sabha
d) To appoint the Prime Minister
Answer: c) To preside over the sessions of the Lok Sabha
Explanation: The Speaker is responsible for maintaining order and decorum in the Lok Sabha during its sessions.
63. Who among the following can be a member of the Rajya Sabha?
a) A person below 30 years of age
b) A person who is a citizen of India
c) A person who is not an Indian citizen
d) A person convicted of a criminal offense
Answer: b) A person who is a citizen of India
Explanation: Only a citizen of India who is at least 30 years old can be a member of the Rajya Sabha.
64. Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the Right to Constitutional Remedies?
a) Article 32
b) Article 21
c) Article 19
d) Article 14
Answer: a) Article 32
Explanation: Article 32 grants the right to approach the Supreme Court for enforcement of fundamental rights.
65. Which Constitutional authority has the power to decide on the disqualification of MPs?
a) President
b) Speaker of Lok Sabha
c) Election Commission
d) Rajya Sabha
Answer: c) Election Commission
Explanation: The Election Commission of India has the authority to decide on the disqualification of Members of Parliament.
66. Which of the following is not a fundamental right?
a) Right to Equality
b) Right to Freedom
c) Right to Property
d) Right against Exploitation
Answer: c) Right to Property
Explanation: The Right to Property was removed from the list of fundamental rights and is now a legal right under Article 300A.
67. Who is the head of the State Government?
a) Chief Minister
b) Governor
c) President
d) Prime Minister
Answer: b) Governor
Explanation: The Governor is the constitutional head of the State Government, while the Chief Minister is the executive head.
68. Which article specifies the procedure for the removal of the Vice President?
a) Article 63
b) Article 64
c) Article 65
d) Article 66
Answer: d) Article 66
Explanation: Article 66 provides the procedure for the election and removal of the Vice President.
69. What is the minimum age for voting in India?
a) 18 years
b) 21 years
c) 25 years
d) 30 years
Answer: a) 18 years
Explanation: The minimum age for voting in India is 18 years as per the 61st Amendment of the Constitution.
70. Which article deals with the election of the President of India?
a) Article 52
b) Article 54
c) Article 56
d) Article 58
Answer: b) Article 54
Explanation: Article 54 provides for the election of the President of India by an electoral college.
71. Who is the first woman to become the President of India?
a) Indira Gandhi
b) Sarojini Naidu
c) Pratibha Patil
d) Sushma Swaraj
Answer: c) Pratibha Patil
Explanation: Pratibha Patil was the first woman to serve as the President of India from 2007 to 2012.
72. Which article of the Constitution provides for the representation of Scheduled Tribes in the Lok Sabha?
a) Article 330
b) Article 331
c) Article 332
d) Article 333
Answer: a) Article 330
Explanation: Article 330 provides for the reservation of seats for Scheduled Tribes in the Lok Sabha.
73. Which of the following is the largest state in India by area?
a) Maharashtra
b) Uttar Pradesh
c) Rajasthan
d) Madhya Pradesh
Answer: c) Rajasthan
Explanation: Rajasthan is the largest state in India by area.
74. Under which article can the President of India call for a special session of Parliament?
a) Article 85
b) Article 86
c) Article 87
d) Article 88
Answer: a) Article 85
Explanation: Article 85 empowers the President to summon each House of Parliament.
75. What is the role of the Governor in the Indian Constitution?
a) To execute laws
b) To make laws
c) To interpret laws
d) To oversee the legislative assembly
Answer: d) To oversee the legislative assembly
Explanation: The Governor oversees the functioning of the state legislative assembly and has certain constitutional powers.
76. Who among the following has the power to dissolve the Rajya Sabha?
a) President
b) Prime Minister
c) Vice President
d) None of the above
Answer: d) None of the above
Explanation: The Rajya Sabha is a permanent house and cannot be dissolved; however, one-third of its members retire every two years.
77. Which of the following is not a qualification for being elected as a member of the Lok Sabha?
a) Must be a citizen of India
b) Must be at least 25 years old
c) Must be a graduate
d) Must not be disqualified under any law
Answer: c) Must be a graduate
Explanation: There is no educational qualification requirement to contest elections for the Lok Sabha.
78. Who presides over the joint sitting of Parliament?
a) Prime Minister
b) President
c) Speaker of Lok Sabha
d) Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Answer: c) Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation: The Speaker of the Lok Sabha presides over the joint sitting of Parliament.
79. Which article of the Constitution provides for the establishment of the National Commission for Women?
a) Article 330
b) Article 341
c) Article 338B
d) Article 342
Answer: c) Article 338B
Explanation: Article 338B provides for the establishment of the National Commission for Women.
80. What is the maximum strength of the Rajya Sabha?
a) 250
b) 245
c) 300
d) 275
Answer: a) 250
Explanation: The maximum strength of the Rajya Sabha is 250 members, of which 238 are elected and 12 are nominated by the President.
81. Which article of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth?
a) Article 14
b) Article 15
c) Article 16
d) Article 17
Answer: b) Article 15
Explanation: Article 15 prohibits discrimination against any citizen on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth.
82. Who among the following can declare a state emergency?
a) Chief Minister
b) Governor
c) President
d) Prime Minister
Answer: c) President
Explanation: The President of India can declare a state emergency under Article 356.
83. What is the role of the Planning Commission in India?
a) To formulate policies for the government
b) To oversee financial audits
c) To conduct elections
d) To regulate trade
Answer: a) To formulate policies for the government
Explanation: The Planning Commission was responsible for formulating India's Five-Year Plans and coordinating the development programs of the country.
84. Which article of the Constitution defines the composition of the Council of Ministers?
a) Article 74
b) Article 75
c) Article 76
d) Article 77
Answer: b) Article 75
Explanation: Article 75 provides for the composition of the Council of Ministers, which is headed by the Prime Minister.
85. Which Constitutional Amendment Act granted the right to vote to all citizens above the age of 18?
a) 61st Amendment
b) 73rd Amendment
c) 86th Amendment
d) 74th Amendment
Answer: a) 61st Amendment
Explanation: The 61st Amendment, enacted in 1988, lowered the voting age from 21 to 18 years.
86. Which article of the Constitution deals with the appointment of a Governor?
a) Article 153
b) Article 154
c) Article 155
d) Article 156
Answer: c) Article 155
Explanation: Article 155 provides for the appointment of a Governor by the President.
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. Who among the following is the final authority to interpret the Constitution of India?
a) Prime Minister
b) President
c) Supreme Court
d) Parliament
Answer: c) Supreme Court
Explanation: The Supreme Court of India is the final authority in interpreting the Constitution.
88. Which article of the Constitution allows the President to grant pardons?
a) Article 72
b) Article 73
c) Article 74
d) Article 75
Answer: a) Article 72
Explanation: Article 72 gives the President the power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, or remissions of punishment.
89. Who has the power to dissolve the Lok Sabha?
a) President
b) Prime Minister
c) Speaker of Lok Sabha
d) None of the above
Answer: a) President
Explanation: The President can dissolve the Lok Sabha on the advice of the Prime Minister.
90. Which article provides for the establishment of the National Commission for Minorities?
a) Article 340
b) Article 341
c) Article 338
d) Article 338A
Answer: d) Article 338A
Explanation: Article 338A provides for the establishment of the National Commission for Minorities.
