2618 + Mcqs in Indian Polity and Civics Page 34 McqOptions

1651.	Assertion (A): In Minerva Mills v. Union of India, Art.31 C as amended by the Constitution (Forty second Amendment) Act, 1976 was held invalid. Reason (R): The amendment of Art. 31 C destroyed the basic structure of the Constitution.
A.	Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
B.	Both A and R are individually true but R is not the 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 individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A

Discussion

1652.	Which one of the under mentioned rights is guaranteed to citizens as right to freedom under Article 19?
A.	The right to vote
B.	The right to citizenship
C.	The right to contest an election
D.	The right to assemble peaceably and without arms
Answer» E.

Discussion

1653.	Which one of the following Fundamental Rights is available to both the citizens and aliens?
A.	The right to equality of opportunity in public employment
B.	The right to freedoms under Article 19
C.	Cultural and educational rights
D.	The right to equality before law
Answer» E.

Discussion

1654.	Assertion (A): Education is the fundamental right of every child between the age of 6 and 14 years. Reason (R): The 84th Constitutional Amendment Act provided for right to education.
A.	Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
B.	Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A
C.	A is true but R is false
D.	A is false but R is true
Answer» D. A is false but R is true

Discussion

1655.	Which one of the following rights cannot be inferred from Article 21 of the Constitution?
A.	Right against inhuman treatment
B.	Right against delayed execution
C.	Right against solitary confinement
D.	Right to form association
Answer» E.

Discussion

1656.	Which of the following statements about the right to freedom of religion is not correct?
A.	The State can regulate the economic, financial, political or other secular activities which may be associated with religious practices.
B.	Restrictions can be imposed on the right to freedom of religion on grounds of maintenance of public order, morality or health.
C.	Every religious denomination has the right to establish and maintain institutions for religious and charitable purposes,
D.	Funds appropriated by a religious denomination for promoting and maintaining a particular religion are taxable.
Answer» E.

Discussion

1657.	Through which provisions does the Constitution of India explicitly prohibits racial discrimination in India?
A.	Articles 14 and 17
B.	Articles 17 and 23
C.	Articles 15 and 16
D.	Article 17 only
Answer» D. Article 17 only

Discussion

1658.	Assertion (A): Speaking on Article 32 in the Constituent Assembly, Dr. Ambedkar described the Article as the very soul of the Constitution. Reason (R): Article 32 provides effective remedies against violation of fundamental rights.
A.	Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
B.	Both A and R are individually true but R is not the 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 individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A

Discussion

1659.	What is the correct sequence of the following? 1. Scheduled Castes Order 2. Untouchability Offences Act 3. Protection of Civil Rights Act 4. Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A.	3, 4, 1, 2
B.	4, 1, 2, 3
C.	1, 2, 3, 4
D.	2, 3, 4, 1
Answer» D. 2, 3, 4, 1

Discussion

1660.	Reservation of seats in educational institutions in favour of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes is governed by:
A.	Article 15 of the Constitution
B.	Article 16 of the Constitution
C.	Article 29 of the Constitution
D.	Article 14 of the Constitution
Answer» B. Article 16 of the Constitution

Discussion

1661.	Under the term "Double Jeopardy" implied in Article 20 of the Constitution of India, a person:
A.	Convicted by a court of law cannot be punished under departmental proceedings for the same offence.
B.	Punished departmentally cannot be prosecuted in a court of law for the same offence.
C.	Shall not be prosecuted and punished for the same offence more than once.
D.	Cannot be subjected to proceedings in civil courts for disobedience of an injunction along with criminal proceedings.
Answer» D. Cannot be subjected to proceedings in civil courts for disobedience of an injunction along with criminal proceedings.

Discussion

1662.	Consider the following statements: 1. A Constitutional amendment inserting a regulation in the Ninth Schedule can be challenge on the ground of violation of basic structure of the Constitution. 2. Any legislation enacted by Parliament cannot be successfully challenged for affecting the basic structure of the Constitution. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.	Only 1
B.	Only 2
C.	Both 1 and 2
D.	Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» B. Only 2

Discussion

1663.	Assertion (A): The Indian Constitution recognizes the supremacy of judiciary. Reason (R): The question as to what constitutes a reasonable restriction on fundamental rights is to be determined by the courts of law.
A.	Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
B.	Both A and R are individually true but R is not the 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 individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A

Discussion

1664.	Which one of the following is the best justification for the affirmative action policies in India?
A.	The principle of non-discrimination
B.	The principle of equal opportunity
C.	The principle of group disadvantage
D.	The principle of radical redistribution
Answer» C. The principle of group disadvantage

Discussion

1665.	The Supreme Court has increased the ambit of the Right to Life (Article 21) to include which of the following? 1. Right to life includes the Right to live with dignity 2. Right to life includes the Right to livelihood 3. Right to life includes the Right to receive minimum wages 4. Right to life includes the Right to guaranteed employment for 100 days in a year Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A.	Only 4
B.	1 and 2
C.	1, 2 and 3
D.	1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer» C. 1, 2 and 3

Discussion

1666.	In accordance with the text of the Constitution, a reasonable restriction in the interest of 'sover- eignty and integrity' of India can be imposed on the right to:
A.	Freedom of speech and expression
B.	Move freely throughout the territory of India
C.	Reside and settle in any part of the territory of India
D.	Carry on any occupation, trade or business
Answer» B. Move freely throughout the territory of India

Discussion

1667.	Which one of me following Fundamental Rights is guaranteed only to the citizens of India and not to the foreigners living in India?
A.	Equably before law and equal protection of laws
B.	Freedom of speech and expression
C.	Right to life and liberty
D.	Right to the freedom of religion
Answer» C. Right to life and liberty

Discussion

1668.	Under Article 22 of the Constitution of India, with the exception of certain provisions stated therein, what is the maximum period for detention of a person under preventive detention?
A.	2 months
B.	3 months
C.	4 months
D.	6 months
Answer» C. 4 months

Discussion

1669.	Fundamental rights guaranteed in the Indian Constitution can be suspended only by:
A.	A proclamation of national emergency
B.	An Act passed by the Parliament
C.	An amendment of the Constitution
D.	The judicial decisions of the Supreme Court
Answer» B. An Act passed by the Parliament

Discussion

1670.	The Right to Property was converted into a legal right from a Fundamental Right, because it:
A.	Tied the hands of the government to prevent corruption
B.	Gave rise to litigations that made judiciary overburden
C.	Led to severe conflict between judiciary and the Parliament
D.	Increased public resentment
Answer» D. Increased public resentment

Discussion

1671.	Which of the following are mentioned under separate Articles in Part III of the Constitution of India pertaining to Fundamental Rights? 1. Abolition of untouchability 2. Abolition of tides 3. Freedom as to payment of taxes for promotion of any particular religion 4. Protection of interest of minorities Select the correct answer by using the codes given below:
A.	1 and 2
B.	2, 3 and 4
C.	3 and 4
D.	1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer» E.

Discussion

1672.	Consider the following statements: 1. There is no provision in the Constitution of India for reservation in the matters of promotion in the services under the state in favour of the scheduled castes and the scheduled tribes. 2. As per provisions of the Constitution of India, for getting reservation for the appointments and posts under the state, a class must be backward and should not be adequately represented in the services under the state. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.	Only 1
B.	Only 2
C.	Both 1 and 2
D.	Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» C. Both 1 and 2

Discussion

1673.	On which one of the following freedoms, can reasonable restrictions be imposed on the ground of the security of the state?
A.	Speech and expression
B.	Peaceful assembly
C.	Association or union
D.	Movement
Answer» B. Peaceful assembly

Discussion

1674.	The State shall not make any law which takes away or abridges the fundamental rights. Which one of the following shall not be construed as law for this purpose?
A.	Ordinance
B.	Bye-law
C.	Rule
D.	Constitutional amendment
Answer» E.

Discussion

1675.	Right to Education is a fundamental right emanating from right to:
A.	Freedom of speech and expression under Article 19
B.	Culture and education under Articles 29 and 30
C.	Life and personal liberty under Article 21
D.	Equality before law and equal protection of the laws under Article 14
Answer» D. Equality before law and equal protection of the laws under Article 14

Discussion

1676.	Which one of the following is the correct statement? Right to privacy as a Fundamental Right is implicit in:
A.	The Right to Freedom
B.	The Right to Personal Liberty
C.	The Right to Equality
D.	The Right Against Exploitation
Answer» C. The Right to Equality

Discussion

1677.	Assertion (A): An accused person cannot be compelled to give his thumb impression. Reason (R): An accused person cannot be compelled to be a witness against himself.
A.	Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
B.	Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A
C.	A is true but R is false
D.	A is false but R is true
Answer» E.

Discussion

1678.	Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List- I (cases) List- II A. Indra sawhney case 1. Power of parliament to amend part III of the constitution upheld B. Minerva case 2. Procedure Established by law C. Gopalan case 3. Reservation for backward classes D. Shankari Prasad case 4. Revival of judicial review Codes:
A.	A-3 B-1 C-2 D-4
B.	A-2 B-4 C-3 D-1
C.	A-3 B-4 C-2 D-1
D.	A-2 B-1 C-3 D-4
Answer» D. A-2 B-1 C-3 D-4

Discussion

1679.	Assertion (A): One of the fundamental principles of the Indian Constitution is the Rule of Law. Reason (R): The Constitution of India has guaranteed to every citizen the equality before law and has recognized the judiciary as the unfailing guardian of the rights of people.
A.	Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
B.	Both A and R are individually true but R is not the 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 individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A

Discussion

1680.	Which one of the following freedoms is not guaranteed by the Constitution of India?
A.	Freedom to own, acquire and dispose of property
B.	Freedom to move freely throughout the country
C.	Freedom to assemble peaceably and without arms
D.	Freedom to practice any trade or profession
Answer» B. Freedom to move freely throughout the country

Discussion

1681.	Which one of the following rights was described by Dr. Ambedkar as 'the heart and soul' of the Constitution?
A.	Right to equality
B.	Right against exploitation
C.	Right to constitutional remedies
D.	Right to freedom of religion
Answer» D. Right to freedom of religion

Discussion

1682.	Consider the following statements: The 'State' under Article 12 of the Indian Constitution includes: 1. The Government and Parliament of India. 2. The Government and legislature of the states. 3. Local authorities or other authorities within the territories of India or under the control of Government of India. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A.	1, 2 and 3
B.	1 and 2
C.	2 and 3
D.	1 and 3
Answer» B. 1 and 2

Discussion

1683.	Consider the following statements: 1. The writ of mandamus is available not only against judicial authorities but also against administrative authorities. 2. The writ of prohibition is issued only against judicial or quasi-judicial authorities. Which of the statements given above 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

Discussion

1684.	Which of the following is not included in Article 19 of the Constitution of India, pertaining to the Right to Freedom?
A.	Right to reside and settle in any part of the territory of India
B.	Right of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions
C.	Right to form associations or unions
D.	Right to assemble peaceably and without arms
Answer» C. Right to form associations or unions

Discussion

1685.	Assertion (A): Preventive Detention is included in the chapter on Fundamental Rights in the Constitution of India. Reason (R): The Constitution has vested the legislative power with regard to preventive detention in the Parliament only and the State Legislatures have no authority in this regard.
A.	Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
B.	Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A
C.	A is true but R is false
D.	A is false but R is true
Answer» D. A is false but R is true

Discussion

1686.	The scope of 'life and personal liberty', as envisaged in Article 21 of the Constitution of India, has expanded considerably over the years. Which one of the following can still not be subject of this protection?
A.	The Right to good health
B.	The Right of a bonded labour to rehabilitation after release
C.	The Right, under a settlement, to claim bonus or dearness allowance
D.	The Right to livelihood by means which are not illegal, immoral or opposed to public policy
Answer» D. The Right to livelihood by means which are not illegal, immoral or opposed to public policy

Discussion

1687.	Under the Indian Constitution, which one of the following is not a specific ground on which the State can place restrictions on freedom of religion?
A.	Public order
B.	Morality
C.	Social Justice
D.	Health
Answer» D. Health

Discussion

1688.	Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List- I (provisions) List- II (contained In) A. Liberty of thought and expression Right to freedom B. Freedom of speech and expression Cultural and educations rights C. Making special provision for women and children Preamble D. Protection of interest of minorities Protection of life and liberty Right to equality Codes:
A.	A-3 B-1 C-5 D-2
B.	A-2 B-5 C-4 D-1
C.	A-3 B-5 C-4 D-2
D.	A-2 B-4 C-5 D-1
Answer» B. A-2 B-5 C-4 D-1

Discussion

1689.	Which of the following statements is/are correct of the writ of prohibition? 1. It is an order issued by a higher court commanding a lower court to cease from proceeding in some matters not within its jurisdiction. 2. It can be claimed by an aggrieved party as a matter of right. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A.	Only 1
B.	Only 2
C.	Both 1 and 2
D.	Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2

Discussion

1690.	Which of the following rights is not explicitly mentioned in the Fundamental Rights but has been upheld to be so by several pronouncements of the Supreme Court?
A.	Equity before law
B.	Right to non-discrimination in public employment
C.	Right to form associations or unions
D.	Right to freedom of Press
Answer» E.

Discussion

1691.	In Indian Constitution, the power to issue a writ of 'Habeas Corpus' is vested only in:
A.	The Supreme Court
B.	The High Courts
C.	The Subordinate Courts
D.	The Supreme Court and the High Courts
Answer» E.

Discussion

1692.	Consider the following statements: In view of Article 20 of the Constitution of India, no person accused of an offence can be com- palled to: 1. Give his signature or thumb impression for identification. 2. Give oral testimony either in or out of the court. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.	Only 1
B.	Only 2
C.	Both 1 and 2
D.	Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» C. Both 1 and 2

Discussion

1693.	Fundamental duties have been added in the Constitution by 42nd Amendment Act, 1976, in ac- cordance -with the recommendations of:
A.	Santhannam Committee
B.	Sarkaria Committee
C.	Swaran Singh Committee
D.	Indira Gandhi-Nehru Committee
Answer» D. Indira Gandhi-Nehru Committee

Discussion

1694.	Consider the following statements: The fundamental dudes provided in the constitution are: 1. To protect die sovereignty, unity and integrity of India 2. To safeguard private property 3. To protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers and wild life of these statements:
A.	1, 2 and 3 are correct
B.	1 and 2 are correct
C.	2 and 3 are correct
D.	1 and 3 are correct
Answer» E.

Discussion

1695.	Respect for the National Flag and the National Anthem is:
A.	A fundamental right of every citizen
B.	A fundamental duty of every citizen
C.	A directive principle of state policy
D.	An ordinary duty of every citizen
Answer» C. A directive principle of state policy

Discussion

1696.	Which of the following are included in the list of fundamental duties in the Constitution? 1. To abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals and institutions 2. To safeguard public property and to abjure violence 3. To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India 4. To uphold and protect secularism Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A.	1, 3 and 4
B.	1, 2 and 4
C.	2, 3 and 4
D.	1, 2 and 3
Answer» E.

Discussion

1697.	The fundamental duties? are intended to serve as a reminder to:
A.	The State to perform duties conferred by the Constitution
B.	The judiciary to administer justice properly
C.	Every citizen to observe basic norms of democratic conduct
D.	The legislature to make laws for the welfare of the people
Answer» D. The legislature to make laws for the welfare of the people

Discussion

1698.	Which of the following duties have been prescribed by the Indian Constitution as Fundamental Duties? 1. To defend the country 2. To pay income tax 3. To preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture 4. To safeguard public property Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A.	1 and 2
B.	2 and 4
C.	1, 2 and 4
D.	1, 3 and 4
Answer» E.

Discussion

1699.	Which of the following statements regarding the Fundamental Duties contained in the Indian Constitution are correct? Fundamental duties can be enforced through writ jurisdiction. 1. Fundamental duties have formed a part of the Indian Constitution since its adoption. 2. Fundamental duties became a part of the Constitution in accordance with the recommendations of the Swaran Singh Committee. 3. Fundamental duties are applicable only to citizens of India. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A.	1, 2 and 3
B.	1, 2 and 4
C.	2 and 3
D.	3 and 4
Answer» E.

Discussion

1700.	In which of the following years, the Fundamental Duties have been added in die Constitution of India?
A.	1965
B.	1976
C.	1979
D.	1982
Answer» C. 1979

Discussion

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Assertion (A): In Minerva Mills v. Union of India, Art.31 C as amended by the Constitution (Forty second Amendment) Act, 1976 was held invalid. Reason (R): The amendment of Art. 31 C destroyed the basic structure of the Constitution.

Which one of the under mentioned rights is guaranteed to citizens as right to freedom under Article 19?

Which one of the following Fundamental Rights is available to both the citizens and aliens?

Assertion (A): Education is the fundamental right of every child between the age of 6 and 14 years. Reason (R): The 84th Constitutional Amendment Act provided for right to education.

Which one of the following rights cannot be inferred from Article 21 of the Constitution?

Which of the following statements about the right to freedom of religion is not correct?

Through which provisions does the Constitution of India explicitly prohibits racial discrimination in India?

Assertion (A): Speaking on Article 32 in the Constituent Assembly, Dr. Ambedkar described the Article as the very soul of the Constitution. Reason (R): Article 32 provides effective remedies against violation of fundamental rights.

What is the correct sequence of the following? 1. Scheduled Castes Order 2. Untouchability Offences Act 3. Protection of Civil Rights Act 4. Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

Reservation of seats in educational institutions in favour of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes is governed by:

Under the term "Double Jeopardy" implied in Article 20 of the Constitution of India, a person:

Assertion (A): The Indian Constitution recognizes the supremacy of judiciary. Reason (R): The question as to what constitutes a reasonable restriction on fundamental rights is to be determined by the courts of law.

Which one of the following is the best justification for the affirmative action policies in India?

In accordance with the text of the Constitution, a reasonable restriction in the interest of 'sover- eignty and integrity' of India can be imposed on the right to:

Which one of me following Fundamental Rights is guaranteed only to the citizens of India and not to the foreigners living in India?

Under Article 22 of the Constitution of India, with the exception of certain provisions stated therein, what is the maximum period for detention of a person under preventive detention?

Fundamental rights guaranteed in the Indian Constitution can be suspended only by:

The Right to Property was converted into a legal right from a Fundamental Right, because it:

On which one of the following freedoms, can reasonable restrictions be imposed on the ground of the security of the state?

The State shall not make any law which takes away or abridges the fundamental rights. Which one of the following shall not be construed as law for this purpose?

Right to Education is a fundamental right emanating from right to:

Which one of the following is the correct statement? Right to privacy as a Fundamental Right is implicit in:

Assertion (A): An accused person cannot be compelled to give his thumb impression. Reason (R): An accused person cannot be compelled to be a witness against himself.

Assertion (A): One of the fundamental principles of the Indian Constitution is the Rule of Law. Reason (R): The Constitution of India has guaranteed to every citizen the equality before law and has recognized the judiciary as the unfailing guardian of the rights of people.

Which one of the following freedoms is not guaranteed by the Constitution of India?

Which one of the following rights was described by Dr. Ambedkar as 'the heart and soul' of the Constitution?

Consider the following statements: 1. The writ of mandamus is available not only against judicial authorities but also against administrative authorities. 2. The writ of prohibition is issued only against judicial or quasi-judicial authorities. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following is not included in Article 19 of the Constitution of India, pertaining to the Right to Freedom?

Assertion (A): Preventive Detention is included in the chapter on Fundamental Rights in the Constitution of India. Reason (R): The Constitution has vested the legislative power with regard to preventive detention in the Parliament only and the State Legislatures have no authority in this regard.

The scope of 'life and personal liberty', as envisaged in Article 21 of the Constitution of India, has expanded considerably over the years. Which one of the following can still not be subject of this protection?

Under the Indian Constitution, which one of the following is not a specific ground on which the State can place restrictions on freedom of religion?

Which of the following rights is not explicitly mentioned in the Fundamental Rights but has been upheld to be so by several pronouncements of the Supreme Court?

In Indian Constitution, the power to issue a writ of 'Habeas Corpus' is vested only in:

Fundamental duties have been added in the Constitution by 42nd Amendment Act, 1976, in ac- cordance -with the recommendations of:

Respect for the National Flag and the National Anthem is:

The fundamental duties? are intended to serve as a reminder to:

Which of the following duties have been prescribed by the Indian Constitution as Fundamental Duties? 1. To defend the country 2. To pay income tax 3. To preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture 4. To safeguard public property Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

In which of the following years, the Fundamental Duties have been added in die Constitution of India?