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Which of the following terms refers to the sharing of powers between the central and state governments in India?

  • Dual Government
  • Division of Powers (correct)
  • Written Constitution
  • All India Services

    • Who termed the Indian Constitution 'quasi-federal'?

  • Gunnar Myrdal
  • MV Pylee
  • AV Dicey
  • KC Wheare (correct)

    • Which of the following statements about the Constituent Assembly is correct?

  • The Constituent Assembly ratified India's membership of the Commonwealth in May 1947. (correct)
  • The Constituent Assembly adopted the National Flag in July 1949.
  • The Constituent Assembly adopted the National Anthem in January 1950.
  • The Constituent Assembly adopted the National Song in January 1948.

    • What is the significance of the term 'quasi-federal' when describing the Indian Constitution?

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    Which of the following is NOT a key feature of a federal system?

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    What is the purpose of the 'Division of Powers' principle in a federal system?

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    Which of the following is a characteristic of a 'written constitution'?

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    What was the primary function of the Constituent Assembly in India?

    <p>To draft and adopt the Constitution of India. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year did Motilal Nehru and eight other Congress leaders draft a constitution for India?

    <p>1928 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was not a part of the Constituent Assembly responsible for drafting the constitution?

    <p>Mahatma Gandhi (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did the first meeting of the Constituent Assembly take place?

    <p>December 1946 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    On what date did the members of the Constituent Assembly sign the Constitution of India?

    <p>November 26, 1949 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Nehru Report was a draft constitution for India. Who was the chairman?

    <p>Motilal Nehru (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these individuals was a member of the Constituent Assembly?

    <p>Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Constituent Assembly was formed to:

    <p>Draft the constitution of India (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the role of the Constituent Assembly in the formation of the Indian Constitution?

    <p>The Constituent Assembly was elected by the Indian people to draft the Constitution. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who held the position of the first Health Minister of Independent India?

    <p>Rajkumari Amrit Kaur (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which significant Act introduced the concept of federal features and provincial autonomy, also establishing a framework for distributing legislative power between the central and provincial governments?

    <p>The Government of India Act, 1935 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these acts focused on the formation of provincial councils and provided for limited representation of Indians in the legislative process?

    <p>Indian Councils Act, 1909 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following individuals was NOT a key figure in the formation of the Indian Constitution?

    <p>Subhash Chandra Bose (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The drafting of the Indian Constitution was influenced by multiple factors, including historical events, political ideologies, and pre-existing constitutional principles. Which of the following was NOT a significant source of inspiration for the Indian Constitution?

    <p>The South African Constitution (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Indian constitution was adopted in 1950, but which of following statements best describes the process of its drafting?

    <p>The drafting of the constitution was a lengthy process, taking close to 3 years and involving extensive discussions and debates. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution is incorrect?

    <p>They can be amended by a simple majority in the Parliament. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main source of inspiration for the principles of liberty, equality, and fraternity in the Indian Constitution?

    <p>The French Constitution (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following Acts was NOT adopted by the Indian Constitution as a source of institutional details and practices?

    <p>The Indian Registration Act of 1930 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following events was NOT handled by the Constituent Assembly?

    <p>The ratification of India's Commonwealth membership in May 1947 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a true statement about the Constituent Assembly?

    <p>It ratified India's membership of the Commonwealth in May 1947. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Indian Constitution adopted the principle of ______ from the _____.

    <p>Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity, French Constitution (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following Acts did the Indian Constitution not directly adopted to use for institutional details and practices?

    <p>The Indian Registration Act of 1930 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Constituent Assembly's decision to adopt the national anthem took place in which year?

    <p>1950 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a TRUE statement regarding the Constituent Assembly and its decision?

    <p>The Assembly adopted the national anthem in January 1950. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT true about the adoption of the national flag by the Constituent Assembly?

    <p>It was adopted in January 1950, just like the national anthem. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the Cabinet Mission coming to India in 1946?

    <p>To discuss the transfer of power from the British to India. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the chairman of the House Committee of the Constituent Assembly of India?

    <p>B Pattabhai Sitaramayya (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which section of the Indian Independence Act, 1947 recognized the Constituent Assembly?

    <p>Section 9 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Alladi Krishnaswami Ayer was the chairman of which committee of the constituent Assembly of India?

    <p>Fundamental Rights Sub-Committee (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following words does NOT precede the word "Republic" in the Preamble of the Constitution of India?

    <p>Federal (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Indian Republic as mentioned in the Preamble?

    <p>Monarchy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which committee of the Constituent Assembly was responsible for drafting the order of business?

    <p>Order of Business Committee (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following committees was responsible for defining the powers of the Union government?

    <p>Union Powers Committee (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary role of the Fundamental Rights Sub-Committee?

    <p>Ensuring the inclusion of fundamental rights in the constitution (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Indian Constitution

    The supreme law governing the Republic of India.

    Federal feature

    A characteristic that divides power between central and state governments.

    Not a federal feature

    An aspect that does not involve power division between different tiers of government.

    CGL

    Combined Graduate Level, an exam for government jobs in India.

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    CHSL

    Combined Higher Secondary Level, a competitive exam for high school graduates.

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    MTS

    Multi-Tasking Staff, an exam for various support positions in government.

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    Steno

    Short for stenographer, an exam for shorthand typists in government sectors.

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    Making of Indian Constitution

    The process of drafting and adopting the foundational document of India.

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    Dual Government

    A system where two levels of government govern simultaneously.

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    Division of Powers

    Distribution of authority between different levels of government.

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    All India Services

    Central services that serve both state and union governments.

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    Written Constitution

    A formal document that outlines the fundamental laws of a nation.

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    Quasi Federal

    A system that blends federal and unitary features in governance.

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    Constituent Assembly

    The body responsible for drafting the Constitution of India.

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    National Anthem Adoption

    Formal acceptance of the national anthem by the Constituent Assembly in January 1950.

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    Female Members in the Assembly

    A total of 15 women were part of the Constituent Assembly.

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    Chairman of the House Committee

    B Pattabhai Sitaramayya was the chairman of the House Committee of the Constituent Assembly of India.

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    Words preceding 'Republic' in Preamble

    Sovereign, Democratic, Federal, and Socialist precede 'Republic', except one.

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    Alladi Krishnaswami Ayer's role

    Alladi Krishnaswami Ayer chaired the Order of Business Committee of the Constituent Assembly.

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    Section of Indian Independence Act

    The Constituent Assembly was recognized by Section 8 of the Indian Independence Act, 1947.

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    Constituent Assembly members

    The members of the Constituent Assembly played a crucial role in framing the Constitution.

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    Preamble of the Constitution

    The Preamble outlines the fundamental values and principles of the Constitution of India.

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    Federal vs. Unit Structure

    The term 'Federal' indicates a division of powers between central and state governments.

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    Fundamental Rights

    Fundamental Rights are guaranteed to all citizens and act as a protector of individual freedoms.

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    Year of Nehru's Draft Constitution

    1928 is the year Motilal Nehru and others drafted a constitution for India.

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    Independence Constitution Signing

    The Constitution of India was signed in 1950 after extensive deliberations.

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    Not Part of Constituent Assembly

    Mahatma Gandhi was not a member of the Constituent Assembly.

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    First Constituent Assembly Meeting

    The first meeting of the Constituent Assembly took place in December 1946.

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    Members Signing Date

    Members of the Constituent Assembly signed the Constitution of India on January 24, 1950.

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    Nehru's Role

    Motilal Nehru was the chairman of the committee that drafted the constitution.

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    Key Figures in Constitution

    Key figures involved in drafting include Sardar Patel, Nehru, and Ambedkar.

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    Constituent Assembly Purpose

    The Constituent Assembly was established to draft the Constitution of India.

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    Constitution Assembly Date

    The date when the Constitution of India was adopted: 26 November 1949.

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    First Health Minister

    The first Health Minister of Independent India was Rajkumari Amrit Kaur.

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    Federal Features Act

    The Government of India Act, 1935 introduced federal features and provincial autonomy.

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    Legislative Powers Distribution

    The distribution of powers between the Centre and provinces defined in the Government of India Act, 1935.

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    Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad

    A prominent Indian freedom fighter and the first Minister of Education in post-independence India.

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    Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

    Known as the Iron Man of India, he was a key leader in uniting states post-independence.

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    Vijayalakshmi Pandit

    First female president of the United Nations General Assembly and sister of Jawaharlal Nehru.

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    Indian Councils Act 1909

    An act that allowed some representation for Indians in legislative councils.

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    Government of India Act, 1935

    An important act that laid the foundation for the Indian Constitution.

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    Indian Partnership Act, 1932

    Law governing partnerships in India established in 1932.

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    Indian Registration Act, 1930

    Act that regulates the registration of documents in India, enacted in 1930.

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    Indian Companies Act, 1930

    Regulates the formation, management, and dissolution of companies in India.

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    National Song Adoption

    The Constituent Assembly adopted India's National Song in January 1948.

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    Cabinet Mission

    A group that came to India in 1946 to discuss the transfer of power.

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    Principles of Freedom, Equality, and Fraternity

    Taken from the French Constitution by Indian Constitution's makers.

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    Provisional Constitution

    The preliminary version of the Indian Constitution before final adoption.

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    Study Notes

    Indian Polity for SSC CGL - 2024

    • The study material covers topics relevant for SSC CGL, CHSL, MTS, and Steno exams in 2024.
    • The material focuses on Indian Polity, specifically the creation of the Indian Constitution.
    • The content includes practice questions from past SSC exams (CHSL, CGL, MTS).

    Topic 1: Making of Indian Constitution

    • Key Feature (Not Federal): The Indian constitution does not have a dual government
    • Quasi Federal: The Indian Constitution was described as "quasi federal."
    • Constituent Assembly Members: The Constituent Assembly that framed the Indian constitution had 12 women members.
    • House Committee Chairman: B. Pattabhi Sitaramayya was the chairman of the House Committee of the Constituent Assembly of India
    • Constitutional Adviser: B.N. Rau served as the Constitutional Adviser to the Constituent Assembly.
    • Recognition of the Assembly: The Constituent Assembly was recognized by Section 8(1) of the Indian Independence Act, 1947.
    • Advisory Committee: GV Mavalankar was chairman of the Advisory Committee on Fundamental Rights, Minorities, and Tribal and Excluded Areas.
    • 10th Session: The 10th Session of the Constituent Assembly of India was held from 14-31 July 1947.
    • Member from Madras: Ammu Swaminathan was a member of the Constituent Assembly from the Madras constituency in 1946
    • Drafting Committee: The Drafting Committee consisted of 7 members.
    • Handwritten Constitution: The Constitution of India was handwritten by Prem Behari Narain Raizada.
    • Preamble Words: "Sovereign," "Democratic", and "Socialist" precede "Republic" in the Preamble.
    • Interim President: Sarojini Naidu was the interim president of the Indian Constituent Assembly in 1946.
    • Princely States Representatives: There were 93 representatives of princely states in the Constituent Assembly.
    • Congress Demand: The Indian National Congress demanded a Constituent Assembly in 1928.
    • Motilal Nehru Draft: Motilal Nehru and eight other Congress leaders drafted a constitution for India in 1928
    • Cabinet Mission: The Cabinet Mission came to India in 1946.
    • Political Philosophy: Democracy and Secularism are political philosophies of the Indian constitution. Social Justice is also a political philosophy in the Indian Constitution.
    • Federal System: The Indian Federal System was described as bargaining federalism.
    • First Constituent Assembly Election: The first Constituent Assembly election was held in 1946.
    • Constitution Signing: The Constitution of India was signed on 26th November 1949.

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