Indian Constitution Quiz

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Which article(s) outline the provisions for the emoluments, allowances, and privileges of the President of India?

Article 75(4)

Article 99

Article 124(6)

All of the above (correct)

Which Schedule of the Indian Constitution details the number of seats allocated to each state and union territory in the Rajya Sabha?

Third Schedule

Second Schedule

Fifth Schedule

Fourth Schedule (correct)

Which of the following is NOT included in the provisions outlined in the Second Schedule?

Privileges of the Governors of States

Administration of Scheduled Areas in certain states (correct)

Allowances of High Court Judges

Emoluments of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha

Which article(s) outline the provisions for the emoluments and allowances of the Judges of the High Courts?

Article 188 and 219 (C) Signup and view all the answers

The Third Schedule provides the forms of oaths or affirmations for which of the following?

Union and State Ministers, Members of Parliament and State Legislature, Judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts, and the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between an oath and an affirmation?

An oath is a solemn promise made under the invocation of God, while an affirmation is a non-religious pledge. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which schedule outlines provisions for Scheduled Areas in certain states?

Fifth Schedule (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which articles are associated with the Fourth Schedule of the Indian Constitution?

Articles 4(1) and 80(2) (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the significant changes introduced by the Government of India Act, 1935?

Abolition of the Secretary of State for India’s role. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why did the proposed All-India Federation under the Government of India Act, 1935 fail?

Due to lack of participation from the princely states. (A) Signup and view all the answers

After the enactment of the Government of India Act, 1935, which leader became the Governor-General of India?

Lord Mountbatten (C) Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the Civil Services appointments after the Government of India Act, 1935?

Pre-1947 appointees retained their positions and benefits. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was established in 1946 as a result of the political reforms leading up to independence?

The Constituent Assembly, which became the parliament of India. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does Article 51A primarily address?

Fundamental Duties of citizens (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a feature of Fundamental Duties?

They are non-justiciable (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which article covers Centre-State Relations in India?

Article 245 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Collective Responsibility' refer to?

The collective accountability of the Cabinet to the Parliament (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT contained in the discussions about the Prime Minister and Chief Minister?

Role of the Legislature (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which article governs Administrative Relations between the Centre and the States?

Article 256 (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Prime Minister's Office (PMO)?

To assist the Prime Minister in administration (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following takes precedence in the event of a conflict in laws between the Centre and the States?

Centre Law (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which individual was responsible for Labour Affairs?

Jagjivan Ram (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main responsibility of C.H. Bhabha?

Commerce (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which concept is NOT a basic concept related to the Constitution?

Economic Utility (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who was in charge of Food and Agriculture?

Rafi Ahmed Kidwai (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following options is associated with the concept of Democratic Governance?

Accountability (C) Signup and view all the answers

What role did Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee have?

Industries and Supplies (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which individual was responsible for Health matters?

Rajkumari Amrit Kaur (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'sovereignty' relate to in the context of constitutional principles?

Supreme Authority (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the Supreme Court of India consider an impervious aspect of the Constitution?

The Rule of Law (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which entity is primarily responsible for making laws in accordance with the Constitution?

The legislature (B) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes constitutionalism from merely having a constitution?

Constitutionalism requires fair governance (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main purpose of the Indian Councils Act of 1861?

To form an advisory council for the Secretary of State (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are bylaws subordinate to?

Constitution and rules (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which British figure was known as the 'Father of Communal Electorate'?

Lord Minto (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of a constitution?

To outline government structure and powers (C) Signup and view all the answers

What significant change did the Government of India Act of 1919 introduce regarding legislative powers?

Decentralisation and near autonomy for provinces (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following examples would best illustrate regulations?

SEBI regulations for listed companies (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was one feature of the portfolio system introduced by the Government of India Act of 1919?

Council members independently managed specific departments (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does a dictatorship exemplify the difference between having a constitution and true constitutionalism?

A dictatorship may have a constitution but lacks rule of law (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes the role of rules within the legal hierarchy?

Rules are subordinate to laws and bylaws (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT a consequence of the Indian Councils Act of 1861?

Full voting rights for all Indians (D) Signup and view all the answers

Who was the Viceroy during the implementation of the Government of India Act of 1919?

Lord Chelmsford (A) Signup and view all the answers

What new legislative councils were established as part of the Indian Councils Act of 1861?

Bengal, Northwestern Province, and Punjab (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was a key feature of the Deliberative Powers introduced by the Indian Councils Act of 1861?

Ability to propose budget resolutions (B) Signup and view all the answers

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Test your knowledge about the provisions, schedules, and articles of the Indian Constitution. This quiz covers topics such as the emoluments of the President, the Rajya Sabha, and the significance of the Government of India Act, 1935. Challenge yourself and see how well you understand the framework of Indian governance.