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The Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and cannot be dissolved.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House under Article 83; it is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third of its members retire every two years, and fresh elections are held for those seats. This ensures continuity in the Upper House while allowing periodic renewal of membership.
Which Fundamental Right was described by Dr. Ambedkar as the 'heart and soul' of the Constitution?
- Right to Equality
- Right to Freedom
- Right against Exploitation
- Right to Constitutional Remedies
Answer: Right to Constitutional Remedies
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar described Article 32 (Right to Constitutional Remedies) as the 'heart and soul' of the Constitution because it provides the mechanism for enforcement of all other Fundamental Rights. Without this right, other rights would be meaningless as there would be no remedy for their violation.
How many languages are currently included in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution?
- 18
- 20
- 22
- 24
Answer: 22
The Eighth Schedule originally had 14 languages. Through various amendments (71st, 92nd, and 96th), four more languages were added: Konkani, Manipuri, Nepali (1992); Bodo, Dogri, Maithili, Santhali (2003); making the total 22 scheduled languages. [[3]][[14]]
The President of India can be impeached for 'violation of the Constitution' under which Article?
- Article 60
- Article 61
- Article 65
- Article 72
Answer: Article 61
Article 61 lays down the procedure for impeachment of the President. Charges can be initiated in either House of Parliament, require a 14-day notice, and must be passed by a two-thirds majority of the total membership of that House. The other House then investigates the charges.
The 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendment Acts provided constitutional status to Panchayati Raj Institutions and Urban Local Bodies respectively.
- True
- False
Answer: True
The 73rd Amendment Act, 1992 added Part IX to the Constitution for Panchayats (rural local self-government), and the 74th Amendment Act, 1992 added Part IXA for Municipalities (urban local self-government). Both amendments gave constitutional status, mandatory elections, reservation provisions, and financial devolution to local bodies.
Article ______ of the Indian Constitution abolishes 'Untouchability' and forbids its practice in any form.
Answer: 17
Article 17 abolishes untouchability and makes its practice in any form a punishable offence. The Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 (formerly Untouchability Offences Act, 1955) provides penalties for enforcing disabilities arising from untouchability.
Directive Principles of State Policy are enforceable by courts.
- True
- False
Answer: False
Directive Principles of State Policy (Part IV, Articles 36-51) are non-justiciable, meaning they are not enforceable by any court. However, they are fundamental in the governance of the country, and it is the duty of the State to apply these principles in making laws (Article 37).
Which Article of the Constitution gives the right to constitutional remedies?
- Article 19
- Article 21
- Article 32
- Article 14
Answer: Article 32
Article 32 provides the right to constitutional remedies, allowing citizens to approach the Supreme Court for enforcement of Fundamental Rights. Dr. Ambedkar called this Article the 'heart and soul' of the Constitution. It empowers the Supreme Court to issue writs: Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Quo Warranto, and Certiorari.
Which schedule of the Constitution contains provisions regarding the Anti-Defection Law?
- Second Schedule
- Sixth Schedule
- Tenth Schedule
- Twelfth Schedule
Answer: Tenth Schedule
The Tenth Schedule, added by the 52nd Amendment Act, 1985, contains the Anti-Defection Law. It provides for disqualification of members of Parliament and State Legislatures on grounds of defection from one political party to another. [[1]][[30]]
Fundamental Duties are mentioned under which Article of the Indian Constitution?
- Article 32
- Article 51A
- Article 48A
- Article 21A
Answer: Article 51A
Article 51A, added by the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976, enumerates the Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens. Initially, there were 10 duties; the 86th Amendment Act, 2002 added the 11th duty regarding education of children aged 6-14 years. [[2]][[7]]
Under which Article can the Parliament amend the Constitution of India?
- Article 352
- Article 360
- Article 368
- Article 356
Answer: Article 368
Article 368 of the Indian Constitution deals with the power of Parliament to amend the Constitution and the procedure for amendment. It provides for three types of amendments: by simple majority, by special majority, and by special majority plus ratification by states. [[1]][[30]]