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Article 41 directs the State to secure the right to work, education, and public assistance in cases of unemployment, old age, sickness, and disablement.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Article 41 is a socialist principle directing the State to secure, within economic capacity, the right to work, education, and public assistance in cases of unemployment, old age, sickness, and disablement. While not justiciable, it has inspired MGNREGA, pension schemes, and disability welfare programs.
Which Article directs the State to secure just and humane conditions of work and maternity relief?
- Article 41
- Article 42
- Article 43
- Article 44
Answer: Article 42
Article 42 directs the State to make provision for securing just and humane conditions of work and for maternity relief. This has led to legislation like the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 (amended 2017), Factories Act, and various labour welfare laws ensuring worker protections.
Article 46 directs the State to promote with special care the educational and economic interests of the weaker sections, particularly the ______ and Scheduled Tribes.
- Other Backward Classes
- Scheduled Castes
- Minorities
- Women
Answer: Scheduled Castes
Article 46 is a socialist-Gandhian principle directing the State to promote educational and economic interests of weaker sections, especially SCs and STs, and protect them from social injustice and exploitation. This underpins reservation policies and welfare schemes for marginalized communities.
Which Article was added by the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976 to direct the State to protect and improve the environment?
- Article 48A
- Article 49A
- Article 50A
- Article 51A
Answer: Article 48A
Article 48A was inserted by the 42nd Amendment (1976) directing the State to protect and improve the environment and to safeguard forests and wildlife. This, along with Article 51A(g) (Fundamental Duty), forms the constitutional basis for environmental jurisprudence in India.
Article 43B, added by the 97th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2011, directs the State to promote voluntary formation, autonomous functioning, and professional management of co-operative societies.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Article 43B was inserted by the 97th Amendment (2011) to strengthen the co-operative movement. However, the Supreme Court in 2021 struck down parts of this amendment relating to State co-operative societies, upholding it only for Union Territories and multi-State co-operative societies.
Article 50 of the Constitution directs the State to take steps to separate the ______ from the executive in public services.
- legislature
- judiciary
- police
- revenue department
Answer: judiciary
Article 50 directs separation of judiciary from executive to ensure independence of judiciary and fair administration of justice. This has been largely implemented through judicial reforms, though complete separation remains a work in progress in some states.
Which Article directs the State to organise agriculture and animal husbandry on modern and scientific lines?
- Article 46
- Article 47
- Article 48
- Article 49
Answer: Article 48
Article 48 directs the State to: (a) organise agriculture and animal husbandry on modern and scientific lines, (b) preserve and improve breeds of cattle, and (c) prohibit slaughter of cows, calves, and other milch and draught cattle. It reflects Gandhian and economic planning principles.
The provision for free legal aid to ensure justice is not denied due to economic disabilities is a Directive Principle under Article 39A.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Article 39A was added by the 42nd Amendment (1976) to provide free legal aid to ensure that opportunities for securing justice are not denied to any citizen by reason of economic or other disabilities. This led to the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, establishing Lok Adalats and NALSA.
Which Article of the Constitution contains the Directive Principle for securing a Uniform Civil Code for citizens?
- Article 43
- Article 44
- Article 45
- Article 46
Answer: Article 44
Article 44 states: 'The State shall endeavour to secure for the citizens a uniform civil code throughout the territory of India.' It aims to replace personal laws based on religion with a common set of laws governing marriage, divorce, inheritance, etc. It remains unimplemented due to political and social sensitivities.
Article 39 of the Constitution directs the State to secure equal pay for equal work for both men and women.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Article 39(d) is a socialist principle directing the State to secure 'equal pay for equal work for both men and women'. This has been reinforced by judicial decisions (Randhir Singh case, 1982) and statutory provisions like the Equal Remuneration Act, 1976.
Which of the following is NOT a Gandhian principle included in DPSP?
- Organisation of village panchayats
- Promotion of cottage industries
- Uniform civil code
- Prohibition of intoxicating drinks
Answer: Uniform civil code
Gandhian principles in DPSP include: village panchayats (Article 40), cottage industries (Article 43), prohibition of intoxicants (Article 47), and protection of cows (Article 48). Uniform Civil Code (Article 44) is a liberal-intellectual principle, not specifically Gandhian.
The concept of Directive Principles was borrowed from the Constitution of ______.
- USA
- UK
- Ireland
- Canada
Answer: Ireland
DPSP were inspired by the Irish Constitution (1937), which itself borrowed from the Spanish Constitution. The Irish concept of 'Directive Principles of Social Policy' aimed to guide the State in achieving socio-economic goals. India adapted this to its own developmental needs.
Which writ is issued by a higher court to a lower court or tribunal to transfer a pending case to itself or quash its order?
- Habeas Corpus
- Mandamus
- Certiorari
- Prohibition
Answer: Certiorari
Certiorari ('to be certified') is issued by a higher court to a lower court/tribunal to quash its order when it exceeds jurisdiction or violates principles of natural justice. Prohibition is preventive (issued before order), while Certiorari is curative (issued after order). Both available under Articles 32 & 226.
Which Article protects the interests of minorities by allowing them to conserve their distinct language, script, or culture?
- Article 28
- Article 29
- Article 30
- Article 31
Answer: Article 29
Article 29(1) protects the right of any section of citizens (not just minorities) residing in India having a distinct language, script, or culture to conserve the same. Article 29(2) prohibits denial of admission to State-funded educational institutions on grounds of religion, race, caste, language, or any of them.
Article 28 prohibits religious instruction in educational institutions wholly maintained out of ______ funds.
- private
- State
- foreign
- trust
Answer: State
Article 28 has three clauses: (1) No religious instruction in State-funded educational institutions, (2) Institutions established under endowment/trust may impart religious instruction, (3) No person attending State-recognized or State-aided institutions shall be required to attend religious instruction without consent (if minor, guardian's consent).
Article 27 prohibits the State from compelling any person to pay taxes for promotion of any particular religion.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Article 27 states: 'No person shall be compelled to pay any taxes, the proceeds of which are specifically appropriated in payment of expenses for the promotion or maintenance of any particular religion or religious denomination.' However, fees for religious services or voluntary contributions are not prohibited.
Article 25 guarantees freedom of conscience and free profession, practice, and propagation of religion, subject to public order, morality, and ______.
- health
- education
- economic policy
- national security
Answer: health
Article 25(1) guarantees religious freedom to all persons (citizens and foreigners) subject to public order, morality, and health. Article 25(2) allows the State to regulate secular activities associated with religious practice and provide for social welfare and reform (e.g., opening Hindu temples to all classes).
Article 22 of the Constitution provides safeguards against arrest and detention, except in cases of ______ detention.
- criminal
- civil
- preventive
- judicial
Answer: preventive
Article 22 provides two sets of safeguards: (1) For persons arrested under ordinary law (right to be informed, consult lawyer, produced before magistrate within 24 hours), and (2) For preventive detention cases, which have separate safeguards. Preventive detention is detention without trial to prevent future offences.
The Right to Free and Compulsory Education for children aged 6-14 years is a Fundamental Right under Article 21A.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Article 21A was inserted by the 86th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2002, making education a Fundamental Right for children aged 6-14 years. The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009 operationalizes this right. It is enforceable against the State.
Which of the following is NOT a reasonable restriction on freedom of speech and expression under Article 19(2)?
- Defamation
- Contempt of court
- Economic policy of the government
- Incitement to an offence
Answer: Economic policy of the government
Article 19(2) permits reasonable restrictions on freedom of speech on eight grounds: sovereignty & integrity of India, security of the State, friendly relations with foreign states, public order, decency or morality, contempt of court, defamation, and incitement to an offence. Criticism of economic policy is generally protected speech.