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Q.1 Easy
Right to Property was removed from the category of Fundamental Rights and made a Constitutional Right by which amendment?
A42nd Amendment
B44th Amendment
C45th Amendment
D50th Amendment
Correct Answer:  B. 44th Amendment
Explanation:

This question asks about a specific constitutional amendment that changed the status of the Right to Property in the Indian Constitution.

The Right to Property was originally listed as a Fundamental Right under Article 19(1)(f) of the Indian Constitution. However, the 44th Amendment Act of 1978 removed this right from Part III (Fundamental Rights) and relocated it to Part XII-B as a Constitutional Right under Article 300-A. This amendment was passed during the Emergency period and significantly altered the constitutional framework regarding property rights in India. The 44th Amendment is historically significant as it made property rights subject to state regulation while retaining them as a constitutional guarantee, thereby reducing their fundamental status.

The 44th Amendment removed the Right to Property from Fundamental Rights and made it a Constitutional Right.

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Q.2 Easy
The 73rd Amendment to the Indian Constitution primarily relates to:
AEstablishment of State Election Commission
BDevolution of powers to rural local governments
CReservation of seats in Parliament
DRegulation of political parties
Correct Answer:  B. Devolution of powers to rural local governments
Explanation:

This question asks about the primary focus of the 73rd Amendment to the Indian Constitution.

The 73rd Amendment to the Indian Constitution, enacted in 1992, was a landmark legislation that fundamentally restructured rural governance in India by establishing a three-tier system of Panchayati Raj institutions and devolving significant powers, functions, and finances from the state to these grassroots democratic bodies. This amendment recognized Panchayats as institutions of self-governance and ensured democratic participation at the village level through regular elections and reserved seats for women and scheduled castes/tribes. Option (B) is correct because the entire objective of the 73rd Amendment was to empower rural local governments by transferring administrative and financial responsibilities closer to the people, whereas options (A), (C), and (D) relate to different constitutional matters—State Election Commissions, parliamentary reservations, and political party regulations respectively.

The 73rd Amendment to the Indian Constitution primarily relates to the devolution of powers to rural local governments through the establishment and strengthening of Panchayati Raj institutions.

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Q.3 Easy
Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the President's power to declare a National Emergency?
AArticle 352
BArticle 356
CArticle 360
DArticle 368
Correct Answer:  A. Article 352
Explanation:

This question asks about which constitutional article grants the President the power to declare a National Emergency in India.

Article 352 of the Indian Constitution empowers the President to declare a National Emergency when the security of India or any part of it is threatened by war, external aggression, or armed rebellion. This is the primary emergency provision that allows the President to proclaim a state of national emergency, which subsequently enables the Central Government to assume extraordinary powers. The other options refer to different types of emergencies: Article 356 deals with President's Rule in states, Article 360 addresses Financial Emergency, and Article 368 concerns the amendment procedure of the Constitution.

The correct answer is (A) Article 352.

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Q.4 Easy
The Election Commission of India is a constitutional body established under:
AArticle 315
BArticle 324
CArticle 330
DArticle 335
Correct Answer:  B. Article 324
Explanation:

This question asks about the constitutional provision that established the Election Commission of India as a constitutional body.

The Election Commission of India is established under Article 324 of the Indian Constitution, which deals with the "Superintendence, direction and control of elections." Article 324 grants the Election Commission the authority to conduct all elections to Parliament, State Legislatures, and the offices of President and Vice-President. This article specifically empowers the President to establish an independent constitutional body responsible for ensuring free and fair elections in India. The other options refer to different constitutional provisions: Article 315 deals with the Public Service Commission, Article 330 relates to reservation of seats for Scheduled Castes in the Lok Sabha, and Article 335 concerns claims of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in services.

The Election Commission of India is a constitutional body established under Article 324 of the Indian Constitution.

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Q.5 Easy
The Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) are not enforceable by courts. However, the Constitution qualifies this statement in which article?
AArticle 36
BArticle 37
CArticle 39
DArticle 44
Correct Answer:  B. Article 37
Explanation:

This question asks which article of the Indian Constitution qualifies the non-enforceability of the Directive Principles of State Policy by providing important context.

Article 37 is the qualifying article that explains the nature and status of the Directive Principles of State Policy. Article 37 states that while the Directive Principles shall not be enforceable by any court, they are nevertheless fundamental in the governance of the country, and it is the duty of the state to apply these principles in making laws. This article essentially acknowledges that although DPSPs lack legal enforceability (unlike Fundamental Rights under Article 32), they hold moral and political force and guide the state's legislative and executive functions. Articles 36-51 collectively constitute the entire DPSP section, but Article 37 specifically serves as the introductory and qualifying article that explains this unique status.

The correct answer is (B) Article 37.

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Q.6 Easy
The Election Commission of India conducts elections to the Lok Sabha. Which article of the Constitution establishes the Election Commission?
AArticle 324
BArticle 280
CArticle 352
DArticle 268
Correct Answer:  A. Article 324
Explanation:

This question asks about the constitutional provision that establishes India's Election Commission.

The Election Commission of India is a constitutional body established under Part XV of the Indian Constitution, specifically by Article 324, which grants it the authority to conduct all elections to the Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, state legislatures, and the offices of President and Vice-President. Article 324 empowers the Election Commission to oversee the entire electoral process, including the preparation of voter rolls, conduct of elections, and addressing electoral disputes. The other options refer to different constitutional articles: Article 280 deals with the Finance Commission, Article 352 pertains to the proclamation of national emergency, and Article 268 concerns the distribution of taxes.

The correct answer is (A) Article 324, which establishes the Election Commission of India in the Indian Constitution.

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Q.7 Easy
Under Article 32 of the Indian Constitution, which of the following writs can be issued by the Supreme Court to prevent illegal detention of a person?
AMandamus
BHabeas Corpus
CProhibition
DCertiorari
Correct Answer:  B. Habeas Corpus
Explanation:

Article 32 empowers the Supreme Court to issue writs including Habeas Corpus, which is specifically used to secure the release of a person illegally detained or imprisoned.

This is a Fundamental Right available to any citizen.

Habeas Corpus means 'you shall have the body' and ensures personal liberty.

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Q.8 Easy
Which Article of the Indian Constitution prescribes the procedure for the removal of the President of India?
AArticle 56
BArticle 61
CArticle 75
DArticle 100
Correct Answer:  B. Article 61
Explanation:

Article 61 deals with the impeachment of the President.

The President can be removed on grounds of violation of the Constitution.

The process requires a written charge signed by at least 1/4th of Members of either House, and removal requires a 2/3rd majority in both Houses.

Article 56 covers resignation of the President.

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Q.9 Easy
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the President and Prime Minister under the Indian Constitution?
APresident is the executive head with direct administrative powers
BPrime Minister is the constitutional head of government
CPresident is the nominal executive head; Prime Minister is the real executive head
DBoth President and Prime Minister have equal executive powers
Correct Answer:  C. President is the nominal executive head; Prime Minister is the real executive head
Explanation:

The Indian Constitution follows the Westminster model.

The President is the nominal/constitutional head of state (Articles 52-78), while the Prime Minister is the real executive head who holds actual administrative powers (Articles 74-78).

The President acts on the advice of the Council of Ministers headed by PM.

India is a Parliamentary democracy, not a Presidential one.

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Q.10 Easy
Which Directive Principle of State Policy (DPSP) aims to promote international peace and security?
AArticle 36
BArticle 48
CArticle 51
DArticle 44
Correct Answer:  C. Article 51
Explanation:

Article 51 of the Constitution specifically deals with the promotion of international peace and security.

It requires the State to endeavor to promote international peace and security, foster respect for international law, and maintain just and honorable relations between nations.

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