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Who adopted the Constitution of India on November 26, 1949?
Who adopted the Constitution of India on November 26, 1949?
If the Speaker of the Lok Sabha wants to resign, he is required to send his resignation letter to whom?
If the Speaker of the Lok Sabha wants to resign, he is required to send his resignation letter to whom?
What is required for the ordinances issued by the Governor?
What is required for the ordinances issued by the Governor?
What is the legal remedy available if a Habeas Corpus writ is dismissed by the Supreme Court?
What is the legal remedy available if a Habeas Corpus writ is dismissed by the Supreme Court?
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When was the Constitution of India enforced?
When was the Constitution of India enforced?
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Which entity represents the interests of the people in India according to the context?
Which entity represents the interests of the people in India according to the context?
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Who holds the authority to dismiss a Supreme Court writ?
Who holds the authority to dismiss a Supreme Court writ?
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Which of the following is responsible for confirming ordinances issued by the Governor?
Which of the following is responsible for confirming ordinances issued by the Governor?
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What is the quorum required in the Rajya Sabha?
What is the quorum required in the Rajya Sabha?
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Which of the following is not included in the Preamble to the Constitution of India?
Which of the following is not included in the Preamble to the Constitution of India?
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Which Article(s) of the Constitution can be suspended during a proclamation of emergency?
Which Article(s) of the Constitution can be suspended during a proclamation of emergency?
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Which writ is issued to a person who has been illegally detained?
Which writ is issued to a person who has been illegally detained?
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Who among the following served as the Chief Justice of India and acted as President of India temporarily?
Who among the following served as the Chief Justice of India and acted as President of India temporarily?
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What is the definition of a Money Bill as per the Constitution?
What is the definition of a Money Bill as per the Constitution?
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Which of the following rights is guaranteed under Article 19?
Which of the following rights is guaranteed under Article 19?
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During which situation can the provisions of Article 19 be restricted?
During which situation can the provisions of Article 19 be restricted?
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Which article of the Indian Constitution implicitly provides for the freedom of the press?
Which article of the Indian Constitution implicitly provides for the freedom of the press?
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What is the first step in the process of inter-state trade and commerce regulation according to the Indian Constitution?
What is the first step in the process of inter-state trade and commerce regulation according to the Indian Constitution?
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Which of the following is recognized as a constitutional body in India?
Which of the following is recognized as a constitutional body in India?
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Panchayati Raj in India is primarily based on which principle?
Panchayati Raj in India is primarily based on which principle?
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Who is the Attorney-General of India?
Who is the Attorney-General of India?
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Which article explicitly relates to the regulation of freedom of inter-state trade and commerce?
Which article explicitly relates to the regulation of freedom of inter-state trade and commerce?
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Which of the following is not a constitutional body in India?
Which of the following is not a constitutional body in India?
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Under which article can the freedom to form associations be inferred?
Under which article can the freedom to form associations be inferred?
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How many members can the Governor nominate to represent the Anglo-Indian community in the House?
How many members can the Governor nominate to represent the Anglo-Indian community in the House?
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Who is responsible for proclaiming emergency under Article 356 of the Constitution of India?
Who is responsible for proclaiming emergency under Article 356 of the Constitution of India?
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What is the minimum strength of the Legislative Assemblies of India prescribed by the Constitution?
What is the minimum strength of the Legislative Assemblies of India prescribed by the Constitution?
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What does Article 368 indicate about the power of Amendment?
What does Article 368 indicate about the power of Amendment?
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Which authority can nominate members on behalf of the Anglo-Indian community if they are underrepresented?
Which authority can nominate members on behalf of the Anglo-Indian community if they are underrepresented?
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What does Article 356 deal with in the context of India's governance?
What does Article 356 deal with in the context of India's governance?
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What is the maximum number of members the Governor can nominate from the Anglo-Indian community?
What is the maximum number of members the Governor can nominate from the Anglo-Indian community?
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Which of the following options is NOT a part of the powers of the President during an emergency under Article 356?
Which of the following options is NOT a part of the powers of the President during an emergency under Article 356?
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How long does the Governor of a state hold office?
How long does the Governor of a state hold office?
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When did the Constitution of India come into force?
When did the Constitution of India come into force?
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Who was the first President of India?
Who was the first President of India?
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Which of the following statements about the powers of the Supreme Court and High Courts is correct?
Which of the following statements about the powers of the Supreme Court and High Courts is correct?
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What does the term 'writ jurisdiction' refer to?
What does the term 'writ jurisdiction' refer to?
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Which assembly was tasked with drafting the Constitution of India?
Which assembly was tasked with drafting the Constitution of India?
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Which of the following is NOT a required condition for a Governor's tenure?
Which of the following is NOT a required condition for a Governor's tenure?
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Which date was significant for India's independence movement with respect to the Constitution?
Which date was significant for India's independence movement with respect to the Constitution?
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Study Notes
Indian Constitution
- The Constitution of India came into force on January 26, 1950
- The Constituent Assembly adopted the Constitution of India on November 26, 1949
- The Indian Constitution is a federal system with a strong central government.
- Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the President of the Constituent Assembly.
- Dr. B.R. Ambedkar is known as the Father of the Indian Constitution for his leadership in drafting the Constitution.
Indian Parliament
- The Lok Sabha is the lower house of the Indian Parliament (House of the People)
- The Rajya Sabha is the upper house of the Indian Parliament (Council of States)
- The minimum amount of members needed in the Rajya Sabha for a vote to be valid is 100
- The Speaker of the Lok Sabha is elected by the members of the Lok Sabha and is responsible for maintaining the order and decorum of the house.
- If the Speaker of the Lok Sabha wants to resign, he must send a resignation letter to the President of India.
- The President of India has the power to declare an emergency under Article 352 of the Constitution.
- The President must nominate a minimum of two Anglo-Indian members to the Lok Sabha if the community is not adequately represented.
Indian Government & Law
- The President of India has the power to appoint the Governor of a state.
- The Governor can issue ordinances with approval of the President
- The President can nominate members to the Rajya Sabha
- The Attorney-General of India is the chief legal advisor to the Government of India.
- The Supreme Court is the highest court of appeal in India.
- Habeas corpus is a fundamental right that protects citizens from unlawful detention. It can be issued by both the Supreme Court and High Courts
- The Indian Constitution guarantees freedom of the press in Article 19(1)
- The Indian Constitution includes freedom of trade and commerce between states under Article 301-307.
- The Indian Constitution guarantees Adult Franchise
- The Indian Constitution does not include Privy purse for the former princely states
- Panchayati Raj is based on the principle of Democratic Decentralisation, which means that power is devolved from the central government to local governments.
- The President has the power to dissolve state governments under Article 356.
- The power of amendment under Article 368 does not include the power of judicial review, meaning courts maintain the right to review amendments.
Key Figures
- Dr. Rajendra Prasad: Served as the first President of India and President of the Constituent Assembly
- Dr. B.R. Ambedkar: Known as the Father of the Indian Constitution for drafting the Constitution
- Mahatma Gandhi: Leader of the Indian Independence movement
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Test your knowledge about the Indian Constitution and Parliament with this engaging quiz. Explore key facts about its formation, major figures, and structure. Challenge yourself on the roles of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, as well as the significance of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar in drafting the Constitution.
