Indian Constitution Schedules

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Which schedule of the Indian Constitution deals with the allocation of Rajya Sabha seats?

  • Third Schedule
  • Fourth Schedule (correct)
  • Sixth Schedule
  • Fifth Schedule

The names of states and union territories, along with their territorial jurisdiction, are listed in which schedule?

  • Third Schedule
  • Fourth Schedule
  • Second Schedule
  • First Schedule (correct)

Which schedule contains provisions for the administration of tribal areas in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram?

  • Fourth Schedule
  • Fifth Schedule
  • Seventh Schedule
  • Sixth Schedule (correct)

The division of powers between the Union and the States is described in which schedule?

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

How many official languages are listed in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution?

<p>22 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which schedule deals with laws protected from judicial review?

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

The Anti-Defection Law is part of which schedule of the Indian Constitution?

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

Which schedule specifies the powers of Panchayats?

<p>Eleventh Schedule (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Powers of Municipalities are detailed under which schedule?

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

Which schedule includes the salaries and allowances of the President and Governors?

<p>Second Schedule (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Forms of oaths and affirmations for MPs, Ministers and Judges are given in which schedule?

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

Which amendment added the 9th schedule to the Indian Constitution?

<p>1st Amendment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which year was the 10th Schedule (Anti-Defection Law) added to the Indian Constitution?

<p>1985 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The 11th Schedule, which deals with the powers of Panchayats, was added by which amendment?

<p>73rd Amendment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which amendment introduced the 12th Schedule, concerning the powers of Municipalities?

<p>74th Amendment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

1st Schedule

Lists the names of States and Union Territories and their territorial jurisdiction.

2nd Schedule

Specifies the salaries and allowances for high-ranking officials.

3rd Schedule

Contains the forms of oaths and affirmations for various constitutional posts.

4th Schedule

Details the allocation of Rajya Sabha seats for each State and Union Territory.

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5th Schedule

Deals with the administration and control of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes.

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6th Schedule

Contains special provisions for the administration of tribal areas in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram.

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7th Schedule

Delineates the division of powers between the Union and the States through the Union List, State List, and Concurrent List.

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8th Schedule

Lists the official languages of India.

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9th Schedule

Contains laws that are protected from judicial review.

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10th Schedule

Deals with the disqualification of Members of Parliament and State Legislatures on grounds of defection.

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11th Schedule

Specifies the powers, authority, and responsibilities of Panchayats.

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12th Schedule

Specifies the powers, authority, and responsibilities of Municipalities.

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Study Notes

  • The Indian Constitution is composed of 12 schedules that detail government functions

1st Schedule

  • Specifies the names of the States and Union Territories
  • Defines their territorial jurisdictions

2nd Schedule

  • Details the salaries and allowances for high-ranking officials
  • Includes the President, Governors, Judges, Speaker, Deputy Speaker, and Chairman

3rd Schedule

  • Contains the forms of oaths and affirmations for various positions
  • Includes MPs, Ministers, and Judges

4th Schedule

  • Specifies the allocation of Rajya Sabha seats
  • Seats are allocated to the States and Union Territories

5th Schedule

  • Outlines provisions for the administration of Scheduled Areas and Tribes
  • Applies to any State, excluding areas in the 6th Schedule

6th Schedule

  • Focuses on provisions for tribal areas in specific Northeastern states
  • Includes Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram

7th Schedule

  • Divides powers between the Union and the States
  • Establishes the Union List, State List, and Concurrent List

8th Schedule

  • Lists the 22 official languages of India
  • Originally contained 14 languages

9th Schedule

  • Includes laws that are protected from judicial review
  • Added by the 1st Amendment in 1951, primarily related to land reform laws

10th Schedule

  • Details the Anti-Defection Law
  • Added by the 52nd Amendment in 1985

11th Schedule

  • Specifies the powers of Panchayats
  • Encompasses 29 subjects and was added by the 73rd Amendment in 1992

12th Schedule

  • Specifies the powers of Municipalities
  • Encompasses 18 subjects and was added by the 74th Amendment in 1992

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