Question 1

The Constitution of which one of the following countries specifically recognises that the State has a moral responsibility to provide employment to its citizens?

Accepted Answer

The Constitution of the USSR (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics) specifically recognized the state's responsibility to provide employment to its citizens, reflecting its socialist principles and planned economy.

Question 2

Which one of the following rights is vital for the successful working of democracy?

Accepted Answer

The right to criticize is vital for the successful working of democracy as it allows citizens to express their opinions and grievances about the government and its policies, ensuring accountability and transparency.

Question 3

The Fundamental Rights of the Indian citizens have been enumerated from

Accepted Answer

The Fundamental Rights of Indian citizens are enumerated in the Constitution of India from Article 12 to Article 35. These rights are designed to protect citizens' liberties and rights against any infringement by the state, ensure equality, and promote social justice.

Question 4

The Directive Principle of State Policy

Accepted Answer

The Directive Principles of State Policy formed a part of the original Constitution of India, which was adopted on 26th November 1949 and came into effect on 26th January 1950. These principles are aimed at guiding the state in the governance of the country and are enshrined in Part IV of the Constitution.

Question 5

The framers of the Indian Constitution borrowed the idea of Directive Principles of State Policy from

Accepted Answer

The Directive Principles of State Policy were borrowed from the Constitution of the Irish Republic. They are guidelines for the framing of laws by the government, aimed at creating a social order characterized by justice, liberty, and equality.

Question 6

The Directive Principles are in the nature of

Accepted Answer

The Directive Principles of State Policy are guidelines or principles given to the federal institutes governing the state of India, to be kept in mind while framing laws and policies. These principles, set out in Part IV of the Indian Constitution, are not enforceable by any court, but they are considered fundamental in the governance of the country, aiming to create social and economic conditions under which citizens can lead a good life. They are instructions to the government to do certain things for achieving the goals set out in the Constitution.

Question 7

The Directive Principles were incorporated in the Constitution with a view to

Accepted Answer

The Directive Principles of State Policy were incorporated in the Indian Constitution to establish a welfare state by guiding the government in making policies aimed at ensuring social and economic justice.

Question 8

The main objective of the Directive Principles is to

Accepted Answer

The Directive Principles of State Policy aim to establish social and economic democracy in the country, guiding the government to ensure the welfare of the people by providing a framework for creating conditions for an equitable society.

Question 9

Which one of the followings has been wrongly listed as a Directive Principle

Accepted Answer

The Directive Principles of State Policy, outlined in the Indian Constitution, aim to create social and economic conditions under which the citizens can lead a good life. They are guidelines for the framing of laws by the government. The provision of employment facilities to all able-bodied persons is not explicitly mentioned as a Directive Principle in the Indian Constitution. The other options (A, C, and D) are indeed part of the Directive Principles, focusing on livelihood, protection of workers, and equal pay, respectively.

Question 10

Which one of the following Directive Principles can be described as Gandhian in Character?

Accepted Answer

The organization of village panchayats as effective units of self-government is described as Gandhian in character because Mahatma Gandhi advocated for the decentralization of power and the development of local self-government, particularly through the strengthening of village panchayats.

Question 11

Which one of the following is in the concurrent list in the Constitution of India?

Accepted Answer

Population control and family planning are in the concurrent list of the Constitution of India, meaning both the central and state governments can make laws on this subject.

Question 12

Which one of the following comes under the Jurisdiction of both the High Court and the Supreme Court?

Accepted Answer

Protection of the fundamental rights is a matter that falls under the jurisdiction of both the High Court and the Supreme Court. Both courts can issue writs for the enforcement of fundamental rights under Articles 32 (Supreme Court) and 226 (High Court) of the Constitution of India.

Question 13

The Anti- Defection Law was enacted as early as 1979 in

Accepted Answer

The answer of The Anti- Defection Law was enacted as...

Question 14

Which one of the following determines that Indian Constitution is Federal?

Accepted Answer

The Indian Constitution is considered federal because it provides for a distribution of powers between the Centre and the States. This characteristic is fundamental to the structure of a federal system, where authority is divided between a central government and constituent political units.

Question 15

Which of the following are the States in which the LokAyukta Act includes the chief Minister in its ambit?

Accepted Answer

Gujarat and Maharashtra are among the states where the Lokayukta Act includes the Chief Minister within its ambit, reflecting their commitment to accountability and transparency in governance.

Question 16

Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion is a Fundamental Rights classified under

Accepted Answer

The prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion is a Fundamental Right classified under the rights to equality. This is outlined in the Constitution of India, which aims to ensure equality before the law and equal protection of the laws to all individuals, regardless of their religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth.

Question 17

According to the Constitution of India, the term 'District Judge' shall not include

Accepted Answer

The term 'District Judge' as per the Constitution of India does not include 'tribunal judge'. The roles mentioned in options A, B, and D are included under the broader judicial roles that can be associated with the term 'District Judge'.

Question 18

Which one of the following is not a Principle of 'Panchsheel'

Accepted Answer

The principle of 'non-alignment' is not a part of the Panchsheel principles. Panchsheel, agreed upon by India and China in 1954, focuses on peaceful co-existence, mutual respect for sovereignty, and non-interference in internal affairs, but does not specifically include non-alignment, which is a broader foreign policy strategy.

Question 19

The concept of public interest litigation originated in

Accepted Answer

The concept of public interest litigation originated in the United States. It was developed to provide a legal avenue to advance the cause of minority or disadvantaged groups or issues of broad public concern, which might not otherwise have access to the judicial system.

Question 20

Economic Survey in India is Published officially every year by the

Accepted Answer

The Economic Survey in India is officially published every year by the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It reviews the developments in the Indian economy over the past year, summarizes the performance on major development programs, and highlights the policy initiatives of the government and the prospects of the economy in the short to medium term.

Quiz 2: Indian Constitution and Governance