Polity Questions - upsc Practice

#1

Which of the following Constitutional Amendments Act made 'right to education' a Fundamental Right?

73rd Amendment Act 74th Amendment Act 86th Amendment Act 93rd Amendment Act

#2

Who is authorized to issue ordinances when Parliament is not in session?

The Prime Minister The President The Supreme Court The Speaker of Lok Sabha

#3

During which period was the phrase 'socialist' inserted in the Preamble to the Indian Constitution?

During the freedom movement by the Constituent Assembly After independence but before the Constitution came into force In 1951 through the First Amendment Act In 1976 through the 42nd Amendment Act

#4

Which of the following Constitutional bodies is NOT mentioned in the original Constitution but was added later by an amendment?

Election Commission Finance Commission National Commission for Scheduled Castes Union Public Service Commission

#5

Which of the following can be abolished or created by a simple majority of the Parliament?

Legislative Council of a State State Public Service Commission High Court Finance Commission

#6

The President of India has the power to nominate members to which of the following?

Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha Only Rajya Sabha Only Lok Sabha Neither Lok Sabha nor Rajya Sabha

#7

If the President of India exercises his power as provided under Article 356 of the Constitution in respect of a particular state, then:

The Assembly of the state is dissolved Article 19 is automatically suspended in that state The Parliament assumes the legislative powers of that state All of the above

#8

Who among the following was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Constitution?

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Dr. Rajendra Prasad Jawaharlal Nehru Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

#9

Under which Article of the Constitution is the President's rule imposed in a state?

Article 352 Article 356 Article 360 Article 370

#10

The executive power of the Union is vested in:

The Prime Minister The President The Council of Ministers The Cabinet

#11

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the Directive Principles of State Policy?

Equal pay for equal work Uniform Civil Code Prohibition of cow slaughter Right to information

#12

The Attorney General of India is appointed by:

The President The Prime Minister The Chief Justice of India A collegium of Supreme Court judges

#13

With reference to the procedures for amendment of the Constitution, which of the following must be passed by majority of total membership and two-thirds majority of members present and voting in each House of Parliament AND ratified by at least half of the State Legislatures?

Amendment to change the name of a state Amendment to abolish the Legislative Council in a state Amendment to the Directive Principles of State Policy Amendment to provisions related to the Supreme Court

#14

Which one of the following authorities recommends the principles governing the grants-in-aid to the states out of the Consolidated Fund of India?

Public Accounts Committee Union Ministry of Finance Finance Commission NITI Aayog

#15

Under which article of the Constitution can the Parliament legislate on a subject in the State List in the national interest?

Article 249 Article 250 Article 251 Article 252

#16

Consider the following statements about the Election Commission of India: 1. It conducts elections to the offices of President and Vice-President 2. It conducts elections to both Houses of Parliament 3. It conducts elections to State Legislatures 4. It conducts elections to local bodies like Panchayats and Municipalities Which statements are correct?

1, 2 and 3 only 1 and 4 only 2, 3 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 only

#17

Which of the following statements about the Rajya Sabha is NOT correct?

It is a permanent House It can initiate constitutional amendment bills It has special powers regarding declaration of a subject of State List to be of national importance It has equal powers with the Lok Sabha in creating new All-India Services

#18

The 'Collegium System' for appointment of judges was established through:

Constitutional Amendment Ordinary legislation Supreme Court judgments Presidential Order

#19

The Constitution (Seventy Fourth Amendment) Act, 1992 is related to:

Panchayati Raj Institutions Municipalities Cooperative Societies Union Territories

#20

The members of the Rajya Sabha are elected according to the principle of:

Simple majority Proportional representation by means of single transferable vote First-past-the-post system Cumulative voting

#21

Consider the following statements about the Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955: 1. It was enacted to implement Article 17 of the Constitution 2. It prescribes punishment for the practice of untouchability 3. It is applicable only to Hindus 4. It is implemented by state governments Which statements are correct?

1, 2 and 3 only 1, 2 and 4 only 2, 3 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 only

#22

Consider the following statements about the Election Commission of India: 1. It is a single-member body 2. It conducts elections to Parliament, State Legislatures and local bodies 3. It decides disputes relating to splits in political parties 4. Its expenses are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India Which statements are correct?

1 and 3 only 2 and 4 only 3 and 4 only 2, 3 and 4 only

#23

Which of the following statements about the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 is INCORRECT?

It amends the Citizenship Act, 1955 It provides for citizenship to religious minorities from Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan It applies to all religious communities from neighboring countries It provides for a fast-track citizenship process for specified communities

#24

Which of the following features of the Indian Constitution was NOT adopted from the British Constitution?

Parliamentary form of government Rule of Law Office of Governor Bicameral legislature

#25

Which of the following features of federalism in India is NOT shared with the United States of America?

Written Constitution Bicameral Legislature Dual citizenship Independent Judiciary

#26

Consider the following statements about Fundamental Duties: 1. They were added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment Act 2. They are enforceable by courts 3. They are applicable only to citizens 4. They can be amended by ordinary legislation Which statements are correct?

1 and 3 only 2 and 4 only 1, 3 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 only

#27

Which of the following constitutional bodies has jurisdiction over the accounts of both Union and States?

Finance Commission Planning Commission Public Accounts Committee Comptroller and Auditor General

#28

Which of the following is NOT a feature of the federal system as operating in India?

Written Constitution Division of powers between Centre and States Single citizenship Equal representation of states in the Rajya Sabha

#29

Which of the following is responsible for the preparation and presentation of Union Budget to the Parliament?

Finance Commission Finance Ministry Planning Commission Comptroller and Auditor General

#30

Which of the following has the final power to interpret the Constitution of India?

The President The Parliament The Supreme Court The Constitutional Council

#31

The concept of delegated legislation in India means:

Parliament delegating law-making power to State Legislatures Executive authority to make rules under statutes enacted by Parliament Judges making law through interpretation Members of Parliament authorizing committees to draft laws

#32

The federal principle in the Indian Constitution was adopted from the Constitution of:

United States of America Canada Australia Switzerland

#33

The concept of 'Judicial Activism' in India is closely associated with:

Public Interest Litigation Curative Petitions Judicial Review Collective responsibility

#34

The Constituent Assembly which framed the Constitution of India was:

Elected directly by the people on the basis of universal adult franchise Elected on the basis of restricted franchise and indirect election Partly elected and partly nominated Nominated by the British Government

#35

The power to decide whether a bill is a Money Bill or not rests with:

The President of India The Finance Minister The Speaker of the Lok Sabha The Chairman of the Rajya Sabha

#36

In which case did the Supreme Court hold that the Preamble is a part of the Constitution?

Berubari Union case Kesavananda Bharati case Golak Nath case Minerva Mills case

#37

Which of the following features of the Indian Constitution was borrowed from the Constitution of South Africa?

Federal government with strong centre Method of election of President Amending procedure of the Constitution Directive Principles of State Policy

#38

Which of the following statements about the Seventh Schedule of the Indian Constitution is correct?

It contains provisions regarding anti-defection law It contains the list of official languages It contains three lists: Union List, State List and Concurrent List It contains provisions regarding the administration of tribal areas

#39

The concept of 'Judicial Review' is explicitly mentioned in which of the following Articles of the Constitution?

Article 13 Article 32 Article 136 Article 226

#40

Who among the following administers the oath of office to the Governor of a state?

The President of India The Chief Justice of India The Chief Justice of the concerned High Court The Chief Minister of the state

#41

Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Constituent Assembly?

Dr. Rajendra Prasad Jawaharlal Nehru Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

#42

Under which Article of the Constitution has the Supreme Court been constituted?

Article 124 Article 131 Article 143 Article 214

#43

Which of the following is NOT a feature of the parliamentary form of government as practiced in India?

Collective responsibility of the executive to the legislature Separation of powers between the executive and legislature Presence of a nominal head of state and real head of government Leadership of the Prime Minister in the executive branch

#44

The Constitution of India borrowed the Fundamental Rights from:

British Constitution American Constitution French Constitution South African Constitution

#45

The Constituent Assembly of India was established on the basis of:

Indian Independence Act, 1947 Cabinet Mission Plan, 1946 Government of India Act, 1935 Cripps Mission Proposal, 1942

#46

The impeachment of a Supreme Court judge requires:

A special resolution of both Houses of Parliament passed by a simple majority A special resolution of both Houses of Parliament passed by a two-thirds majority A resolution in either House of Parliament passed by a simple majority A resolution in either House of Parliament passed by a two-thirds majority

#47

Which of the following is/are the category/categories of writ specified in the Indian Constitution? 1. Habeas Corpus 2. Mandamus 3. Prohibition 4. Certiorari 5. Quo Warranto Select the correct answer using the codes below:

1 only 1 and 2 only 1, 2 and 3 only All of the above

#48

Under which Article of the Constitution is the President empowered to consult the Supreme Court on a question of law or fact of public importance?

Article 123 Article 131 Article 143 Article 356

#49

Which of the following is empowered to establish common High Court for two or more states?

The President of India The Parliament The Supreme Court The concerned State Legislatures

#50

The concept of 'Fundamental Duties' was borrowed from:

American Constitution British Constitution French Constitution Soviet Constitution

#51

Who administers the oath of office to the President of India?

The Vice-President of India The Prime Minister of India The Chief Justice of India The Speaker of the Lok Sabha

#52

Which Article of the Constitution empowers the Supreme Court to review its own judgments?

Article 137 Article 139 Article 141 Article 145

#53

Which of the following pairs regarding the Indian Constitution is NOT correctly matched?

Article 14 - Equality before law Article 19 - Six Freedoms Article 21 - Right to life and personal liberty Article 32 - Right to property

#54

Which of the following is NOT a cardinal feature of Indian Parliamentary Democracy?

Sovereignty of Parliament Nominal Executive and Real Executive Ministerial Responsibility Independent Judiciary

#55

The 'creamy layer' concept applies to:

Scheduled Castes Scheduled Tribes Other Backward Classes Economically Weaker Sections

#56

The Chief Justice of India is appointed by:

The President in consultation with other judges of the Supreme Court The Prime Minister in consultation with the Chief Justice of India The President on the recommendation of the Collegium The Prime Minister on the advice of the Cabinet

#57

Consider the following statements about the Finance Commission: 1. It is appointed by the President every five years 2. Its recommendations are binding on the government 3. It recommends the distribution of net proceeds of taxes between Centre and States 4. It recommends principles governing grants-in-aid to States Which statements are correct?

1, 2 and 3 only 1, 3 and 4 only 2, 3 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 only

#58

Which of the following pairs regarding the Indian Constitution is correctly matched?

Article 14 - Right to Equality Article 19 - Right to Life and Personal Liberty Article 21 - Right to Freedom of Religion Article 32 - Right to Constitutional Remedies

#59

Which Article of the Indian Constitution abolishes untouchability and forbids its practice in any form?

Article 14 Article 15 Article 17 Article 18

#60

The Constituent Assembly that framed the Constitution of India was set up under:

Cabinet Mission Plan, 1946 Government of India Act, 1935 Indian Independence Act, 1947 India's Independence Resolution, 1929

#61

Consider the following statements about the Money Bill: 1. It can be introduced only in the Lok Sabha 2. The President's recommendation is required for its introduction 3. The Rajya Sabha can reject or amend it 4. In case of deadlock, a joint sitting of both Houses can be convened Which statements are correct?

1 and 2 only 1, 2 and 3 only 1, 2 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 only

#62

Which of the following statements about the Preamble to the Indian Constitution is INCORRECT?

It is a part of the Constitution It can be amended by Parliament under Article 368 It is neither a source of power nor a limitation upon power It serves as a guide for interpretation of ambiguous provisions

#63

The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act is related to:

Municipalities Panchayati Raj Institutions Cooperative Societies Union Territories

#64

The Constitution of India is silent on which of the following issues?

Redistribution of wealth to subserve common good Uniform Civil Code Prohibition of intoxicating drinks Political parties

#65

Which of the following provisions of the Constitution requires prior sanction of the President for introducing a bill in the Parliament?

Formation of new states and alteration of areas, boundaries or names of existing states Creation or abolition of Legislative Councils in states Amendment to the Constitution Restriction on freedom of trade and commerce

#66

The Constitution of India borrowed the concept of Directive Principles of State Policy from:

US Constitution British Constitution Irish Constitution Canadian Constitution

#67

Which of the following can a Governor NOT do?

Return a bill for reconsideration of the state legislature Reserve a bill for the consideration of the President Dissolve the state legislative assembly Override a state law enacted by the legislature

#68

Which of the following statements about Panchayati Raj is correct?

It has been enshrined in the original Constitution of India It is a non-political system It is a three-tier structure of local self-government It is controlled by the state government

#69

Which of the following Constitutional Amendments made education a Fundamental Right?

73rd Amendment 74th Amendment 86th Amendment 93rd Amendment

#70

Which of the following Constitutional Amendment Acts provided for the creation of the National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC)?

97th Amendment Act 98th Amendment Act 99th Amendment Act 100th Amendment Act

#71

The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament is:

Appointed by the President Elected by both Houses of Parliament Appointed by the Speaker of the Lok Sabha Appointed by the Prime Minister

#72

Which of the following statements about the Rajya Sabha is NOT correct?

It is a permanent house that cannot be dissolved Its members are elected by the members of state legislative assemblies It has special powers to create new All-India Services It can reject a Money Bill passed by the Lok Sabha

#73

The power to reorganize the boundaries of states in India is vested in:

The President The Parliament The Supreme Court The Interstate Council

#74

Which of the following Constitutional Amendment Acts added the Ninth Schedule to the Constitution?

First Amendment Act 42nd Amendment Act 44th Amendment Act 73rd Amendment Act

#75

The Constitution of India adopted the concept of 'Rule of Law' from:

U.S. Constitution British Constitution Swiss Constitution Australian Constitution

#76

Which of the following is NOT a salient feature of the Indian Constitution?

Partly rigid and partly flexible constitution Parliamentary form of government Presidential system of government Fundamental Rights

#77

The concept of Fundamental Rights in India has been adopted from:

Russia UK USA France

#78

Consider the following statements about the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India: 1. The CAG is appointed by the President 2. The CAG can be removed in the same manner as a Supreme Court Judge 3. The CAG is eligible for further government employment after retirement 4. The CAG has the power to audit local bodies Which statements are correct?

1 and 2 only 1, 2 and 4 only 2, 3 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 only

#79

Which of the following rights is available only to citizens and not to foreigners?

Right to equality before law Right to life and personal liberty Protection against double jeopardy Freedom of speech and expression

#80

The writ of 'Mandamus' cannot be issued against:

A public official The President or Governor for the exercise of their constitutional powers A private individual performing a public duty A public corporation

#81

Under which article of the Constitution does the President have the power to promulgate ordinances?

Article 111 Article 123 Article 213 Article 368

#82

The term of office of the Attorney General of India is:

2 years 5 years 6 years Not fixed

#83

Which of the following writs can be issued against both public authorities and private individuals?

Habeas Corpus Mandamus Prohibition Quo Warranto

#84

Which among the following statements about the Public Accounts Committee is correct?

It examines the appropriation accounts It is constituted annually It consists of members from both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha All of the above

#85

Consider the following statements about the Anti-Defection Law: 1. It was inserted by the 52nd Constitutional Amendment Act 2. It allows legislators to change political parties under certain conditions 3. The decision on disqualification is made by the Speaker or Chairman 4. The Speaker's decision is subject to judicial review Which statements are correct?

1, 2 and 3 only 1, 3 and 4 only 2, 3 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 only

#86

Which Constitutional Amendment introduced the Goods and Services Tax in India?

99th Amendment 100th Amendment 101st Amendment 102nd Amendment

#87

The scheme of the Indian Constitution was mainly influenced by the Government of India Act of:

1909 1919 1935 1947

#88

Which of the following statements about the Right to Freedom of Religion in the Indian Constitution is correct?

It is absolute and cannot be restricted It includes the right to convert others to one's religion It is available only to citizens of India It is subject to public order, morality, and health

#89

The powers to legislate on 'residuary subjects' i.e., matters not enumerated in any of the three lists of the Seventh Schedule, is vested in:

The President The Parliament The State Legislatures The Supreme Court

#90

The Vice-President of India is elected by:

Members of the Lok Sabha Members of the Rajya Sabha An electoral college consisting of members of both Houses of Parliament An electoral college consisting of members of both Houses of Parliament and State Legislatures

#91

The Constitution (One Hundred and Third Amendment) Act, 2019 is related to:

Citizenship provisions Reservation for economically weaker sections Goods and Services Tax Reorganization of Jammu and Kashmir

#92

Which constitutional amendment added the words 'secular' and 'socialist' to the Preamble?

41st Amendment 42nd Amendment 43rd Amendment 44th Amendment

#93

The Supreme Court in the Kesavananda Bharati case (1973) propounded which doctrine?

Doctrine of Eclipse Doctrine of Territorial Nexus Doctrine of Basic Structure Doctrine of Colorable Legislation

#94

The National Commission for Scheduled Castes submits its annual report to:

The Prime Minister The President The Parliament The Supreme Court

#95

Which of the following subjects is in the Concurrent List of the Seventh Schedule?

Public order Agriculture Education Public health

#96

The Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to:

The President The Lok Sabha The Parliament The Prime Minister

#97

The idea of including Fundamental Duties in the Indian Constitution was recommended by:

Sarkaria Commission Swaran Singh Committee Santhanam Committee Administrative Reforms Commission

#98

The procedure for the amendment of the Constitution is laid down in:

Article 356 Article 360 Article 368 Article 370

#99

Which of the following statements about the National Green Tribunal is correct?

It is a constitutional body It deals exclusively with forest conservation issues It has both original and appellate jurisdiction in environmental matters It can punish individuals for contempt but not corporations

#100

Which of the following writs is issued to quash the order of a court or tribunal which has acted beyond its jurisdiction?

Habeas Corpus Mandamus Prohibition Certiorari