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Which body in the government is primarily responsible for implementing laws and running the government?

  • Executive (correct)
  • Legislature
  • Constituent Assembly
  • Judiciary
  • What mechanism does the Constitution employ to prevent the misuse of power by any branch of government?

  • Direct Democracy
  • Federalism
  • Separation of Powers (correct)
  • Judiciary Review
  • What is the purpose of Fundamental Rights as described in the Constitution?

  • To protect citizens from arbitrary power (correct)
  • To limit individual liberties
  • To establish community rights
  • To ensure economic reforms
  • Which section of the Constitution is designed to guide the State in framing laws for social and economic reforms?

    <p>Directive Principles of State Policy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary feature of a federal system of government?

    <p>Power is divided between a central authority and constituent units.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'conscience of the Indian Constitution' refer to?

    <p>Fundamental Rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes dual citizenship in some federal systems?

    <p>It allows individuals to hold multiple national identities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the Indian federal system as compared to the American federal system?

    <p>India has a more centralized federal structure than the USA.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which principle does the Indian Constitution uphold along with individual liberties?

    <p>Social Justice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Indian Constitution reflect faith in the political process?

    <p>Through political deliberation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a unitary system, how is power structured compared to a federal system?

    <p>Power is concentrated in the national government.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the key features of Indian federalism from that of other federations?

    <p>India is characterized by single citizenship.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of Indian federalism, which aspect reinforces individual rights against the majority?

    <p>Fundamental Rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is incorrect regarding state vs central government powers in India?

    <p>The central government can override state laws at any time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do governments at regional and national levels operate in a federal structure?

    <p>Each has its own distinct powers and responsibilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of federalism?

    <p>It enables citizens to have multiple political identities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What age must a person attain to be entitled to vote according to the Motilal Nehru Report?

    <p>Twenty-one</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of federalism do all constituent states possess equal powers?

    <p>Symmetric Federalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key feature of asymmetric federalism exemplified in India?

    <p>Specific provisions for certain states exist.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Indian Constitution, which level of government has autonomous powers in certain subjects?

    <p>State Government Only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What ensures that states in India draw their authority from?

    <p>The Constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for a special status to Nagaland?

    <p>Article 371A</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is not a key feature of the Indian Constitution?

    <p>Direct democracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term explains the coexistence of national and regional governments in India?

    <p>Federalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Test your knowledge on the Indian Constitution with this quiz. It covers various aspects like the implementation of laws, the mechanism to prevent misuse of power, and the features of the federal system. Perfect for those studying political science or Indian governance!

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