Indian Constitution MCQs
1. Consider the following statements regarding the Constituent Assembly:
A. It was formed under the Cabinet Mission Plan
B. It was directly elected by universal adult franchise
C. Dr. Rajendra Prasad was its President
D. Both A and C
Answer: D. Both A and C
2. Which Part of the Indian Constitution deals with Fundamental Rights?
A. Part II
B. Part III
C. Part IV
D. Part V
Answer: B. Part III
3. Consider the following statements:
1. Directive Principles are enforceable by courts.
2. Fundamental Rights are justiciable.
3. DPSPs aim at establishing a welfare state.
1. Directive Principles are enforceable by courts.
2. Fundamental Rights are justiciable.
3. DPSPs aim at establishing a welfare state.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: B. 2 and 3 only
4. Which Article abolishes untouchability?
A. Article 15
B. Article 16
C. Article 17
D. Article 18
Answer: C. Article 17
5. Which one among the following is NOT a Fundamental Right?
A. Right to Equality
B. Right to Freedom
C. Right to Work
D. Right to Constitutional Remedies
Answer: C. Right to Work
6. Article 32 is related to:
A. Freedom of Religion
B. Constitutional Remedies
C. Cultural Rights
D. Equality before Law
Answer: B. Constitutional Remedies
7. Which Directive Principle promotes village panchayats?
A. Article 38
B. Article 39
C. Article 40
D. Article 44
Answer: C. Article 40
8. Consider the following statements regarding Fundamental Rights:
1. They are borrowed from the US Constitution.
2. They can be suspended during National Emergency.
3. Right to Property is still a Fundamental Right.
1. They are borrowed from the US Constitution.
2. They can be suspended during National Emergency.
3. Right to Property is still a Fundamental Right.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
9. Which Article guarantees Equality before Law?
A. Article 12
B. Article 13
C. Article 14
D. Article 15
Answer: C. Article 14
10. Which committee of the Constituent Assembly was chaired by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar?
A. Union Constitution Committee
B. Advisory Committee
C. Drafting Committee
D. Steering Committee
Answer: C. Drafting Committee
11. Consider the following statements regarding Article 15:
1. It prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth.
2. The State can make special provisions for women and children.
3. It applies only against private individuals.
1. It prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth.
2. The State can make special provisions for women and children.
3. It applies only against private individuals.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
12. Which among the following Fundamental Rights is available only to citizens?
A. Equality before law
B. Protection of life and liberty
C. Freedom of speech and expression
D. Protection against arrest
Answer: C. Freedom of speech and expression
13. Which one of the following is correctly matched?
A. Article 20 — Right against exploitation
B. Article 21 — Protection of life and personal liberty
C. Article 22 — Abolition of untouchability
D. Article 23 — Freedom of religion
Answer: B. Article 21 — Protection of life and personal liberty
14. Consider the following statements:
1. The Constitution of India was adopted on 26 November 1949.
2. It came into force on 26 January 1950.
3. Originally, the Constitution contained 395 Articles.
1. The Constitution of India was adopted on 26 November 1949.
2. It came into force on 26 January 1950.
3. Originally, the Constitution contained 395 Articles.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: D. 1, 2 and 3
15. Which among the following Articles provides equality of opportunity in public employment?
A. Article 14
B. Article 15
C. Article 16
D. Article 17
Answer: C. Article 16
16. Consider the following statements regarding Directive Principles:
1. They are non-justiciable.
2. They impose legal obligations on citizens.
3. They help in establishing social and economic democracy.
1. They are non-justiciable.
2. They impose legal obligations on citizens.
3. They help in establishing social and economic democracy.
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A. 1 and 3 only
17. Which one among the following writs is issued to produce a person before the court?
A. Mandamus
B. Habeas Corpus
C. Certiorari
D. Prohibition
Answer: B. Habeas Corpus
18. Which Part of the Constitution contains Directive Principles of State Policy?
A. Part II
B. Part III
C. Part IV
D. Part IVA
Answer: C. Part IV
19. Consider the following statements regarding the Right against Exploitation:
1. Traffic in human beings is prohibited.
2. Forced labour is prohibited.
3. Employment of children below 14 years in hazardous industries is prohibited.
1. Traffic in human beings is prohibited.
2. Forced labour is prohibited.
3. Employment of children below 14 years in hazardous industries is prohibited.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: D. 1, 2 and 3
20. Article 18 of the Indian Constitution deals with:
A. Equality before law
B. Abolition of titles
C. Freedom of religion
D. Cultural rights
Answer: B. Abolition of titles
21. Which among the following Directive Principles aims at securing a Uniform Civil Code?
A. Article 40
B. Article 43
C. Article 44
D. Article 48
Answer: C. Article 44
22. Consider the following statements:
1. Fundamental Rights are negative obligations on the State.
2. Directive Principles are positive obligations on the State.
3. Fundamental Rights and DPSPs are complementary to each other.
1. Fundamental Rights are negative obligations on the State.
2. Directive Principles are positive obligations on the State.
3. Fundamental Rights and DPSPs are complementary to each other.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: D. 1, 2 and 3
23. Which one of the following rights is protected under Article 25?
A. Cultural rights
B. Freedom of religion
C. Right to property
D. Freedom of association
Answer: B. Freedom of religion
24. Which among the following is NOT included in the Right to Freedom?
A. Freedom of speech
B. Freedom of movement
C. Freedom to form associations
D. Freedom to vote
Answer: D. Freedom to vote
25. Consider the following statements regarding the Preamble:
1. It declares India to be a Sovereign Socialist Secular Democratic Republic.
2. The words Socialist and Secular were added by the 42nd Amendment.
3. The Preamble is enforceable in a court of law.
1. It declares India to be a Sovereign Socialist Secular Democratic Republic.
2. The words Socialist and Secular were added by the 42nd Amendment.
3. The Preamble is enforceable in a court of law.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
26. Which Fundamental Right is known as the heart and soul of the Constitution?
A. Right to Equality
B. Right to Freedom
C. Right to Constitutional Remedies
D. Cultural and Educational Rights
Answer: C. Right to Constitutional Remedies
27. Article 39 directs the State to:
A. Organize village panchayats
B. Secure equal pay for equal work
C. Promote international peace
D. Protect monuments
Answer: B. Secure equal pay for equal work
28. Consider the following statements regarding writ jurisdiction:
1. The Supreme Court can issue writs under Article 32.
2. High Courts can issue writs under Article 226.
3. High Court writ jurisdiction is narrower than that of the Supreme Court.
1. The Supreme Court can issue writs under Article 32.
2. High Courts can issue writs under Article 226.
3. High Court writ jurisdiction is narrower than that of the Supreme Court.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
29. Which among the following Articles deals with protection against double jeopardy?
A. Article 19
B. Article 20
C. Article 21
D. Article 22
Answer: B. Article 20
30. Which one among the following DPSPs reflects Gandhian principles?
A. Uniform Civil Code
B. Separation of Judiciary from Executive
C. Organization of village panchayats
D. Promotion of international peace
Answer: C. Organization of village panchayats
31. Consider the following statements regarding Article 14:
1. It guarantees equality before law.
2. It guarantees equal protection of laws.
3. It prohibits reasonable classification.
1. It guarantees equality before law.
2. It guarantees equal protection of laws.
3. It prohibits reasonable classification.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
32. Which among the following rights was removed from the list of Fundamental Rights?
A. Right to Equality
B. Right to Freedom
C. Right to Property
D. Right against Exploitation
Answer: C. Right to Property
33. Consider the following statements regarding the Preamble:
1. It is a part of the Constitution.
2. It can be amended under Article 368.
3. It was borrowed from the Constitution of USA.
1. It is a part of the Constitution.
2. It can be amended under Article 368.
3. It was borrowed from the Constitution of USA.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
34. Which among the following Articles prohibits traffic in human beings?
A. Article 21
B. Article 22
C. Article 23
D. Article 24
Answer: C. Article 23
35. Which one of the following is correctly matched?
A. Article 39A — Equal justice and free legal aid
B. Article 40 — Uniform Civil Code
C. Article 43 — Protection of monuments
D. Article 48A — Promotion of village panchayats
Answer: A. Article 39A — Equal justice and free legal aid
36. Consider the following statements regarding Fundamental Duties:
1. They are contained in Part IVA of the Constitution.
2. They were added by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment.
3. They are enforceable by courts.
1. They are contained in Part IVA of the Constitution.
2. They were added by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment.
3. They are enforceable by courts.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
37. Which among the following writs commands a public authority to perform its duty?
A. Habeas Corpus
B. Certiorari
C. Mandamus
D. Quo Warranto
Answer: C. Mandamus
38. Consider the following statements:
1. The Constitution of India establishes a federal system.
2. India is described as a Union of States.
3. States have the right to secede from the Union.
1. The Constitution of India establishes a federal system.
2. India is described as a Union of States.
3. States have the right to secede from the Union.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
39. Which one among the following rights is available to both citizens and foreigners?
A. Freedom of speech
B. Freedom to form associations
C. Equality before law
D. Freedom to reside anywhere in India
Answer: C. Equality before law
40. Article 45 originally provided for:
A. Free and compulsory education for children
B. Uniform Civil Code
C. Separation of judiciary from executive
D. Protection of environment
Answer: A. Free and compulsory education for children
41. Consider the following statements regarding secularism in India:
1. The State has no official religion.
2. Every citizen has freedom of conscience.
3. The State can completely prohibit religious practices.
1. The State has no official religion.
2. Every citizen has freedom of conscience.
3. The State can completely prohibit religious practices.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
42. Which among the following Articles deals with protection against arrest and detention?
A. Article 20
B. Article 21
C. Article 22
D. Article 23
Answer: C. Article 22
43. Consider the following statements regarding DPSPs:
1. They are borrowed from the Irish Constitution.
2. They are enforceable in courts.
3. They act as guidelines for governance.
1. They are borrowed from the Irish Constitution.
2. They are enforceable in courts.
3. They act as guidelines for governance.
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A. 1 and 3 only
44. Which among the following writs is issued to prevent a lower court from exceeding its jurisdiction?
A. Habeas Corpus
B. Prohibition
C. Mandamus
D. Quo Warranto
Answer: B. Prohibition
45. Which one among the following is NOT included in the Right to Equality?
A. Equality before law
B. Abolition of untouchability
C. Abolition of titles
D. Freedom of religion
Answer: D. Freedom of religion
46. Consider the following statements regarding Article 19:
1. It guarantees six freedoms.
2. These freedoms are subject to reasonable restrictions.
3. These freedoms are available to foreigners also.
1. It guarantees six freedoms.
2. These freedoms are subject to reasonable restrictions.
3. These freedoms are available to foreigners also.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
47. Which Directive Principle directs the State to promote international peace and security?
A. Article 43
B. Article 48
C. Article 50
D. Article 51
Answer: D. Article 51
48. Which among the following is correctly matched?
A. Article 17 — Abolition of titles
B. Article 18 — Abolition of untouchability
C. Article 21A — Right to Education
D. Article 24 — Freedom of religion
Answer: C. Article 21A — Right to Education
49. Consider the following statements regarding cultural and educational rights:
1. Minorities have the right to establish educational institutions.
2. The State cannot discriminate in granting aid to educational institutions.
3. These rights are provided under Articles 29 and 30.
1. Minorities have the right to establish educational institutions.
2. The State cannot discriminate in granting aid to educational institutions.
3. These rights are provided under Articles 29 and 30.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: D. 1, 2 and 3
50. Which among the following committees prepared the Draft Constitution of India?
A. Union Constitution Committee
B. Drafting Committee
C. Advisory Committee
D. Steering Committee
Answer: B. Drafting Committee
51. Consider the following statements regarding Article 32:
1. It provides the Right to Constitutional Remedies.
2. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar called it the heart and soul of the Constitution.
3. Only the Supreme Court can issue writs in India.
1. It provides the Right to Constitutional Remedies.
2. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar called it the heart and soul of the Constitution.
3. Only the Supreme Court can issue writs in India.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
52. Which among the following Fundamental Rights is related to Articles 25 to 28?
A. Right to Equality
B. Right against Exploitation
C. Right to Freedom of Religion
D. Cultural and Educational Rights
Answer: C. Right to Freedom of Religion
53. Consider the following statements regarding the Constituent Assembly:
1. It was partly elected and partly nominated.
2. Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha was the temporary Chairman.
3. Jawaharlal Nehru presented the Objective Resolution.
1. It was partly elected and partly nominated.
2. Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha was the temporary Chairman.
3. Jawaharlal Nehru presented the Objective Resolution.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: D. 1, 2 and 3
54. Which among the following Articles prohibits employment of children below 14 years in factories?
A. Article 21
B. Article 22
C. Article 23
D. Article 24
Answer: D. Article 24
55. Which among the following Directive Principles reflects socialist ideology?
A. Uniform Civil Code
B. Equal pay for equal work
C. Promotion of cottage industries
D. Organization of village panchayats
Answer: B. Equal pay for equal work
56. Consider the following statements:
1. Article 21A provides the Right to Education.
2. It was added by the 86th Constitutional Amendment.
3. It guarantees free and compulsory education to children between 6 and 14 years.
1. Article 21A provides the Right to Education.
2. It was added by the 86th Constitutional Amendment.
3. It guarantees free and compulsory education to children between 6 and 14 years.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: D. 1, 2 and 3
57. Which writ is issued to inquire into the legality of a person's claim to a public office?
A. Mandamus
B. Habeas Corpus
C. Quo Warranto
D. Certiorari
Answer: C. Quo Warranto
58. Consider the following statements regarding Fundamental Rights:
1. They are enforceable by courts.
2. Parliament can amend them.
3. They are absolute in nature.
1. They are enforceable by courts.
2. Parliament can amend them.
3. They are absolute in nature.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
59. Which among the following Articles deals with protection of interests of minorities?
A. Article 19
B. Article 25
C. Article 29
D. Article 32
Answer: C. Article 29
60. Which one among the following is NOT a writ issued by Indian courts?
A. Habeas Corpus
B. Mandamus
C. Injunction
D. Certiorari
Answer: C. Injunction
61. Consider the following statements regarding the Right to Equality:
1. Untouchability is abolished under Article 17.
2. Titles are abolished under Article 18.
3. Equality before law is borrowed from the British Constitution.
1. Untouchability is abolished under Article 17.
2. Titles are abolished under Article 18.
3. Equality before law is borrowed from the British Constitution.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: D. 1, 2 and 3
62. Which among the following Directive Principles aims at separation of judiciary from executive?
A. Article 44
B. Article 48
C. Article 50
D. Article 51
Answer: C. Article 50
63. Consider the following statements regarding secularism:
1. India has adopted the concept of equal respect for all religions.
2. The State cannot discriminate on religious grounds.
3. Religious instruction is compulsory in all educational institutions.
1. India has adopted the concept of equal respect for all religions.
2. The State cannot discriminate on religious grounds.
3. Religious instruction is compulsory in all educational institutions.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
64. Which among the following rights is suspended during a National Emergency under Article 359?
A. Right to Constitutional Remedies
B. Right to Property
C. Right to Vote
D. Right to Information
Answer: A. Right to Constitutional Remedies
65. Which among the following committees is associated with drafting the Indian Constitution?
A. Sarkaria Committee
B. Drafting Committee
C. Balwant Rai Mehta Committee
D. Mandal Commission
Answer: B. Drafting Committee
66. Consider the following statements regarding Directive Principles:
1. They are fundamental in governance.
2. Courts cannot compel the government to implement them.
3. They promote socio-economic justice.
1. They are fundamental in governance.
2. Courts cannot compel the government to implement them.
3. They promote socio-economic justice.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: D. 1, 2 and 3
67. Which among the following Articles guarantees freedom to manage religious affairs?
A. Article 25
B. Article 26
C. Article 27
D. Article 28
Answer: B. Article 26
68. Consider the following statements regarding the Constitution of India:
1. It is the lengthiest written Constitution in the world.
2. It establishes Parliamentary democracy.
3. It provides for single citizenship.
1. It is the lengthiest written Constitution in the world.
2. It establishes Parliamentary democracy.
3. It provides for single citizenship.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: D. 1, 2 and 3
69. Which among the following is correctly matched?
A. Article 40 — Uniform Civil Code
B. Article 44 — Village Panchayats
C. Article 48A — Protection of environment
D. Article 51 — Equal pay for equal work
Answer: C. Article 48A — Protection of environment
70. Which among the following Articles provides cultural and educational rights to minorities?
A. Articles 19 and 20
B. Articles 25 and 26
C. Articles 29 and 30
D. Articles 32 and 33
Answer: C. Articles 29 and 30
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