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This section includes 62 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Indian Polity knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
| 1. |
Consider the following statements1. The Article 20 of the constitution of India state that no person can be convicted for any office except for the violation of law in force at the time of the commission of the act charged as an offence.2. The Article 21 of the Constitution of India state that no person shall be deprived of his life and personal liberty except according to procedure established by law.Which of these statements is / are correct ? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 2. |
Given below are two statements, one labelled a Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R) Assertion (A) : The right to property in the Constitution of India ceased to be a fundamental right but it continues to exist as a constitutional right.Reason (R) : Forty-forth Amendment deleted Article 19(f) and 31 from Part III and added a new Article 300 in Part XIIIn the context of the above two statements which one of the following is correct ?Codes : |
| A. | Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A |
| B. | Both a and R are true but R is not a correct explanation of A |
| C. | A is true but R is false |
| D. | A is false but R is true |
| Answer» B. Both a and R are true but R is not a correct explanation of A | |
| 3. |
Which of the following are covered under the fundamental Rights in the Constitution of India ?1. Prohibition of traffic in human beings and forced labour2. Prohibition of employment of children in factories 3. Freedom of conscience and free profession, practice and propagation of religionSelect the correct answer using the code given below |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 1 and 3 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» B. 1 and 3 only | |
| 4. |
Consider the following statements The Fundamental Rights under the Indian Constitution are fundamental because1. They are protected and enforced by the Constitution2. They are suspended only in the manner prescribed by the constitution 3. They are enforcable against the state4. They cannot be amended Which of these statements are correct ? |
| A. | 1 and 4 |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1, 3 and 4 |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 5. |
With reference to Indian Constitution, consider the following statements.1. Originally, seven fundamental Rights were listed in the constitution.2. By 44th Amendment, the Janata Party Government in 1978-79 deleted the Fundamental Right to property so there are now only six Fundamental Rights.Which of these statement(s) is /are correct ? |
| A. | Only 1 |
| B. | Only 2 |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 6. |
Which of the following is / are instance(s) of violation of human rights ?1. A person was detained by the security forces while going for casting vote in Parliamentary Election.2. A civilian was killed by the army while undertaking combing operation.Select the correct answer using the code given below |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 7. |
Consider the following statements Right to in form action is necessary in India because it1. Increases people's participation in administration2. Makes administration more accountable to people3. Makes administration more innovative 4. Makes people aware of administrative decision makingOf the statements |
| A. | 1, 2 and 3 are correct |
| B. | 2, 3 and 4 are correct |
| C. | 1,2 and 4 are correct |
| D. | 1, 3 and 4 are correct |
| Answer» B. 2, 3 and 4 are correct | |
| 8. |
Match List - I (Article of the Constitution of India) with List - II (Fundamental Rights) and select the correct answer using the codes given belowList-IList-IIF. Article 141.Right to EqualityG. Article 222.Right to a person under detentionH. Article 253.Right to Freedom of ReligionJ. Article 324.Right to Constitutional Remedies Code FGHJA.1234B.2134C.2143D.1243 |
| A. | A. |
| B. | B. |
| C. | C. |
| D. | D. |
| Answer» B. B. | |
| 9. |
Right to equality includesA. equality before lawB. right against disoriminaton of grand of race, caste, religion etc.C. Equal pay for equal workD. abolition of unsociabilityE. abolition of all titles |
| A. | A, B and D only |
| B. | A, B and C only |
| C. | A, B, D and E |
| D. | All of them |
| Answer» B. A, B and C only | |
| 10. |
'Right to Equality' finds a place in the Constitution under1. Article 132. Article 143. Article 154. Article 16Select the correct answer from the codes given belowCodes : |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| C. | 2, 3 and 4 |
| D. | All of these |
| Answer» D. All of these | |
| 11. |
Under the provisions of Right to Freedom of religion are included 1. Right to propagate religion2. Right to the Sikhs to wear carry 'Kripan'3. Right of the state to legislate for social reforms 4. Right of religious bodies to secure conversion of people to their own faithSelect the correct answer from the code given below : |
| A. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| B. | 2, 3 and 4 |
| C. | 2 and 3 |
| D. | All of these |
| Answer» B. 2, 3 and 4 | |
| 12. |
The guardian of fundamental rights is |
| A. | Judiciary |
| B. | Executive |
| C. | Parliament |
| D. | None of above |
| Answer» B. Executive | |
| 13. |
Which of the following fundamental rihts has been given to Indian citizen only |
| A. | Equality before law |
| B. | Freedom of speech |
| C. | Life and personal liberty |
| D. | Freedom of religion |
| Answer» C. Life and personal liberty | |
| 14. |
Right to Information in India is a |
| A. | Fundamental Right |
| B. | Legal Right |
| C. | Both Fundamental and Legal Right |
| D. | Neither Fundamental nor Legal Right |
| Answer» C. Both Fundamental and Legal Right | |
| 15. |
Which article provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation |
| A. | Article 12 |
| B. | Article 14 |
| C. | Article 13 |
| D. | Article 18 |
| Answer» D. Article 18 | |
| 16. |
Which one of following fundamental rights was described by Dr. Ambedkar as the heart and soul of the Constitution ? |
| A. | Right to freedom against exploitation |
| B. | Right to freedom of religion |
| C. | Right to equality |
| D. | Right to constitutional remedies |
| Answer» E. | |
| 17. |
According to the Indian Constitution, which one is not included in the fundamental right to equality ? |
| A. | Equality before law |
| B. | Social equality |
| C. | Equality of opportunity |
| D. | Economic equality |
| Answer» D. Economic equality | |
| 18. |
A right issued by the judiciary enquiring upon the executive to do what it should have done within its stipulated powers is called |
| A. | Habeas Corpus |
| B. | Mandamus |
| C. | Prohibition |
| D. | Quo Warranto |
| Answer» C. Prohibition | |
| 19. |
Given below are two statements, one labelled a |
| A. | Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A |
| B. | Both a and R are true but R is not a correct explanation of A |
| C. | A is true but R is false |
| D. | A is false but R is true |
| Answer» B. Both a and R are true but R is not a correct explanation of A | |
| 20. |
Which of the following are covered under the fundamental Rights in the Constitution of India ? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 1 and 3 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» B. 1 and 3 only | |
| 21. |
With reference to Indian Constitution, consider the following statements. |
| A. | Only 1 |
| B. | Only 2 |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 22. |
Which Fundamental Rights give reservation for menorities in Article |
| A. | Article 39(1)-40 |
| B. | Article 214-19 |
| C. | Article 21(b)-21 |
| D. | Article 15(4)-16(4) |
| Answer» E. | |
| 23. |
Under which Article of the Constitution of India, Fundamental Rights are Provided to citizens ? |
| A. | Articles 12 to 35 |
| B. | Articles 112 to 135 |
| C. | Articles 212 to 235 |
| D. | None of these |
| Answer» B. Articles 112 to 135 | |
| 24. |
The work 'Hindus' In Article 25 of the Constitution of India does not include ? |
| A. | Buddhists |
| B. | Jains |
| C. | Sikhs |
| D. | Parsees |
| Answer» E. | |
| 25. |
Consider the following statements about the 'Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005, and select one which is not provided for or specially exempted |
| A. | It is not applicable in the state of Jammu and Kashmir |
| B. | An applicant making request for information will have to give reasons for seeking information |
| C. | Removal of Chief Information Officer |
| D. | Every Information Commissioner shall hold office for a term of 5 years or till the age of 65 years whichever is earlier |
| Answer» D. Every Information Commissioner shall hold office for a term of 5 years or till the age of 65 years whichever is earlier | |
| 26. |
Under the provisions of Right to Freedom of religion are included |
| A. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| B. | 2, 3 and 4 |
| C. | 2 and 3 |
| D. | All of these |
| Answer» B. 2, 3 and 4 | |
| 27. |
Which of the following is / are instance(s) of violation of human rights ? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 28. |
Which of the following writs/orders of the High Court/Supreme Court is brought to get an order of an authority quashed ? |
| A. | Mandamus |
| B. | Certiorari |
| C. | Quo Warranto |
| D. | Habeas Corpus |
| Answer» D. Habeas Corpus | |
| 29. |
Consider the following statements Right to in form action is necessary in India because it |
| A. | 1, 2 and 3 are correct |
| B. | 2, 3 and 4 are correct |
| C. | 1,2 and 4 are correct |
| D. | 1, 3 and 4 are correct |
| Answer» B. 2, 3 and 4 are correct | |
| 30. |
All the following are Fundamental Rights guaranteed by the Indian constitution except |
| A. | right to equality |
| B. | right against exploitation |
| C. | right to adequate means of livelihood |
| D. | right to freedom of religion |
| Answer» D. right to freedom of religion | |
| 31. |
Which of the following fundamental Right is not available to foreign citizen ? |
| A. | Equality before law |
| B. | Right of freedom of expression |
| C. | Right of freedom of life and body |
| D. | Right against exploitation |
| Answer» C. Right of freedom of life and body | |
| 32. |
Which one of the following is the guardian off fundamental Right ? |
| A. | Legislature |
| B. | Executive |
| C. | Political Parties |
| D. | Judiciary |
| Answer» E. | |
| 33. |
Which Constitutional Article have the Right to in Fundamental Rights ? |
| A. | 14 Abolition of Titles |
| B. | 19 Abolition of Titles |
| C. | 18 Abolition of Titles |
| D. | 22 Abolition of Titles |
| Answer» D. 22 Abolition of Titles | |
| 34. |
What is true about Fundamental Rights ? |
| A. | They are restrictions imposed upon the state |
| B. | They are justiciable |
| C. | They have a legal sanction behind them |
| D. | All the above |
| Answer» E. | |
| 35. |
Which one of the following rights is available under Article 19(1) d read with Article 21 ? |
| A. | Right to travel abroad |
| B. | Right to shelter |
| C. | Right to privacy |
| D. | Right to information |
| Answer» D. Right to information | |
| 36. |
Political right does not include which of the following ? |
| A. | Right to vote |
| B. | Right to life |
| C. | Right to contest in election |
| D. | Right to lodge complaint with executive bodies of the Government |
| Answer» C. Right to contest in election | |
| 37. |
'Right to Equality' finds a place in the Constitution under |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| C. | 2, 3 and 4 |
| D. | All of these |
| Answer» D. All of these | |
| 38. |
Who considered the Right to Constitutional Remedies as very 'heart and soul' of the Indian Constitution ? |
| A. | M.K. Gandhi |
| B. | J.L. Nehru |
| C. | B.R. Ambedkar |
| D. | Dr. Rajendra Prasad |
| Answer» D. Dr. Rajendra Prasad | |
| 39. |
At present in the Constitution of India Right to Property is |
| A. | Fundamental Right |
| B. | Legal Right |
| C. | Moral Right |
| D. | None of these |
| Answer» C. Moral Right | |
| 40. |
Right to education to all children between the age of 6 to 14 years is |
| A. | Included in the Directive Principle of State Policy |
| B. | A Fundamental Right |
| C. | A Statutory Right |
| D. | None of the above |
| Answer» C. A Statutory Right | |
| 41. |
Which one of the following is not a fundamental right |
| A. | Right to Freedom |
| B. | Right to Equality |
| C. | Right to Property |
| D. | Right against Exploitation |
| Answer» D. Right against Exploitation | |
| 42. |
Match List - I (Article of the Constitution of India) with List - II (Fundamental Rights) and select the correct answer using the codes given below |
| A. | A. |
| B. | B. |
| C. | C. |
| D. | D. |
| Answer» B. B. | |
| 43. |
In the Indian Constitution, the Right to Equality is granted by five Articles They are |
| A. | Article 13 to Article 17 |
| B. | Article 14 to Article 18 |
| C. | Article 15 to Article 19 |
| D. | Article 16 to Article 20 |
| Answer» C. Article 15 to Article 19 | |
| 44. |
Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with 'Fundamental Rights'? |
| A. | Part I |
| B. | Part II |
| C. | Part III |
| D. | Part IV |
| Answer» D. Part IV | |
| 45. |
How many Fundamental Rights are now guaranteed under the constitution of India ? |
| A. | Eight |
| B. | Seven |
| C. | Nine |
| D. | Six |
| Answer» E. | |
| 46. |
Right to Information |
| A. | Fundamental Right |
| B. | Legal Right |
| C. | Both Fundamental and Legal Right |
| D. | Neither Fundamental nor Legal Right |
| Answer» C. Both Fundamental and Legal Right | |
| 47. |
Which of the following Articles of the Indian Constitution guarantees equality of opportunity to all citizens of India in Matters relating to public employment ? |
| A. | Article 15 |
| B. | Article 16 (1) and 16(2) |
| C. | Article 16(3) |
| D. | Article 16(3), 16(4) and 16 (5) |
| Answer» C. Article 16(3) | |
| 48. |
Which one of the following is not related to the fundamental rights of Indian Constitution ? |
| A. | Freedom of association |
| B. | Freedom of movement |
| C. | Freedom of assembly |
| D. | Freedom to be elected as a member of parliament |
| Answer» E. | |
| 49. |
According to the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Act, 1993 who amongst the following can be its Chairman ? |
| A. | Any serving judge of the Supreme Court |
| B. | Any serving judge of the High Court |
| C. | Only a retired Chief Justice of India |
| D. | Only a retired Chief Justice of High Court |
| Answer» D. Only a retired Chief Justice of High Court | |
| 50. |
Which one of following fundamental rights was described by |
| A. | Right to freedom against exploitation |
| B. | Right to freedom of religion |
| C. | Right to equality |
| D. | Right to constitutional remedies |
| Answer» E. | |