The 42nd Amendment, often called the 'Mini Constitution', made several changes. Which article was NOT directly modified by this amendment?

The correct answer is C: Article 21 (Right to Life). The 42nd Amendment (1976) significantly modified the Preamble, added Article 39A, and amended Article 368. However, Article 21 was NOT directly modified by the 42nd Amendment. The expansion of Article 21 to include right to life with dignity came through judicial interpretation, particularly in late

Consider the following statements about the Speaker of Lok Sabha: 1. The Speaker is elected by members of Lok Sabha only 2. The Speaker can vote only in case of a tie 3. The Speaker cannot preside over joint sessions of Parliament 4. The Speaker's te

The correct answer is A: 1 and 2 only. Statement 1 is correct - Speaker elected by Lok Sabha members. Statement 2 is correct - Speaker has casting vote only in case of tie. Statement 3 is incorrect - Speaker presides over joint sessions. Statement 4 is incorrect - Speaker can be removed by a resolution supported by majority of total memb

Which Mahajanapada had its capital at Ujjayini and was ruled by the Avanti dynasty?

The correct answer is B: Avanti. Avanti was one of the sixteen Mahajanapadas with its capital at Ujjayini (modern Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh). It was ruled by various dynasties, including the Avanti dynasty. The kingdom was known for its prosperity and strategic location. Vatsa had its capital at Kaushambi, Koshala at Shravasti, and

Which of the following statements regarding Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) is correct?

The correct answer is B: They are non-justiciable but guide the state in policy-making. Articles 36-51 contain DPSP which are non-justiciable (cannot be enforced in courts). However, they are fundamental in governance and obligate the state to apply them while making laws and policies. The Minerva Mills case (1980) established that DPSP cannot override Fundamental Rights, but both must

Which of the following Mahajanapadas was ruled by a republican form of government during the 6th century BCE?

The correct answer is C: Vajji. Vajji (also called Vriji) was a confederacy of republican clans ruled collectively without a monarch. In contrast, Magadha was ruled by kings like Bimbisara and Ajatashatru, Avanti by the Avanti kings, and Kosala by various monarchs.

Home

Home › Subjects › UPSC IAS / IPS › Indian Polity & Constitution

UPSC IAS / IPS
Indian Polity & Constitution

Civil Services Prelims and Mains prep

13 Q 2 Topics Take Mock Test

Difficulty: All Easy Medium Hard 11–13 of 13

Topics in UPSC IAS / IPS

All Indian Polity & Constitution 50 Indian History — Ancient 39

Q.11 Easy Indian Polity & Constitution

Which of the following terms was added to the Preamble of the Indian Constitution through amendment?

A Socialist and Secular

B Democratic and Republican

C Sovereign and Federal

D Secular and Federal

Correct Answer: A. Socialist and Secular

EXPLANATION

The terms 'Socialist' and 'Secular' were added to the Preamble through the 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 during the Emergency period. 'Sovereign', 'Democratic', 'Republican', and 'Federal' were part of the original Preamble drafted by Dr. B.R.

Ambedkar.

Test

Q.12 Easy Indian Polity & Constitution

The Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) are characterized by all of the following EXCEPT:

A They are non-justiciable in nature

B They aim to establish a welfare state

C They can be directly enforced through courts

D They guide the government in framing policies

Correct Answer: C. They can be directly enforced through courts

EXPLANATION

Article 37 of the Constitution explicitly states that DPSP are non-justiciable, meaning they cannot be enforced through courts.

However, they provide positive directions to the state for governance and policy formulation.

Unlike Fundamental Rights (Part III), DPSP cannot be challenged in courts, though courts can use them as interpretive aids.

Options A and B are correct characteristics of DPSP.

Test

Q.13 Easy Indian Polity & Constitution

Article 32 of the Indian Constitution deals with the right to constitutional remedies. Which of the following writs can be issued by the Supreme Court?

A Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari, Quo Warranto

B Only Habeas Corpus and Mandamus

C Only Certiorari and Quo Warranto

D Prohibition, Certiorari, and Mandamus only

Correct Answer: A. Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari, Quo Warranto

EXPLANATION

Article 32 empowers the Supreme Court to issue five types of writs: Habeas Corpus (for unlawful detention), Mandamus (to perform public duty), Prohibition (to prevent illegal action), Certiorari (to quash illegal order), and Quo Warranto (to challenge authority of office).

All five are constitutionally recognized remedies under Article 32.

Test

1 2

All Subjects & Topics

Govt. Exams

Entrance Exams

Teacher Exams

Subjects

Quick Links

UPSC IAS / IPS Indian Polity & Constitution

UPSC IAS / IPS
Indian Polity & Constitution