Indian Polity and Constitution GK MCQ Quiz for Exam Preparation
Indian Polity and Constitution GK MCQ quiz for APSC, SSC, UPSC, and other competitive exams. This quiz covers important questions on fundamental topics related to the Indian Constitution and polity.
- Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Indian Constitution?
a) Federalism
b) Unitary Government
c) Fundamental Rights
d) Parliamentary System
- The President of India is elected by:
a) Direct election by the people
b) The Electoral College
c) The Prime Minister
d) The Parliament
- Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the establishment of a Finance Commission?
a) Article 280
b) Article 356
c) Article 370
d) Article 300
- The Fundamental Rights are enshrined in which part of the Constitution?
a) Part I
b) Part II
c) Part III
d) Part IV
- Which amendment to the Constitution of India is known as the ‘Mini Constitution’?
a) 40th Amendment
b) 42nd Amendment
c) 44th Amendment
d) 73rd Amendment
- The right to equality is guaranteed under which articles of the Indian Constitution?
a) Articles 14 to 18
b) Articles 19 to 22
c) Articles 23 to 24
d) Articles 25 to 28
- Which of the following is NOT a directive principle of state policy?
a) Right to work
b) Right to education
c) Right to property
d) Right to health
- The concept of ‘Judicial Review’ is derived from:
a) British Constitution
b) American Constitution
c) Canadian Constitution
d) Australian Constitution
- How many members are nominated by the President of India to the Rajya Sabha?
a) 10
b) 12
c) 14
d) 15
- Which of the following is the highest court of appeal in India?
a) High Court
b) District Court
c) Supreme Court
d) Subordinate Court
- Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with the Directive Principles of State Policy?
a) Part III
b) Part IV
c) Part V
d) Part VI
- The Prime Minister of India is appointed by:
a) The President
b) The Parliament
c) The Chief Justice
d) The Council of Ministers
- Which article of the Indian Constitution abolishes untouchability?
a) Article 15
b) Article 17
c) Article 19
d) Article 21
- Who has the power to dissolve the Lok Sabha?
a) The President
b) The Prime Minister
c) The Speaker
d) The Chief Justice
- Which of the following articles guarantees freedom of speech and expression?
a) Article 19(1)(a)
b) Article 21
c) Article 14
d) Article 22
- Which Constitutional body is responsible for conducting elections in India?
a) Finance Commission
b) Election Commission
c) Planning Commission
d) National Development Council
- The right to education was made a Fundamental Right under which amendment?
a) 86th Amendment
b) 73rd Amendment
c) 42nd Amendment
d) 61st Amendment
- Which of the following is NOT a part of the Parliament of India?
a) Lok Sabha
b) Rajya Sabha
c) President
d) State Legislative Assembly
- What is the minimum age to become a member of the Rajya Sabha?
a) 25 years
b) 30 years
c) 35 years
d) 40 years
- The Constitution of India was adopted on:
a) January 26, 1950
b) August 15, 1947
c) November 26, 1949
d) March 15, 1952
- Which Article empowers the President to declare a National Emergency?
a) Article 352
b) Article 356
c) Article 360
d) Article 370
- The concept of a ‘Single Citizenship’ is provided in which Article of the Constitution?
a) Article 5
b) Article 6
c) Article 7
d) Article 8
- Which schedule of the Constitution contains the list of State Subjects?
a) Seventh Schedule
b) Fifth Schedule
c) Fourth Schedule
d) Sixth Schedule
- Which Fundamental Right prohibits discrimination on the grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth?
a) Right to Equality
b) Right to Freedom
c) Right against Exploitation
d) Cultural and Educational Rights
- The term of the Rajya Sabha is:
a) 5 years
b) 6 years
c) 4 years
d) 3 years
- Which body advises the President of India in the appointment of the Prime Minister?
a) Council of Ministers
b) Lok Sabha
c) Rajya Sabha
d) Election Commission
- What is the maximum strength of the Lok Sabha as per the Constitution?
a) 500
b) 552
c) 545
d) 550
- The power to amend the Constitution lies with:
a) The Parliament
b) The President
c) The Judiciary
d) The State Assemblies
- Which of the following is NOT a function of the Rajya Sabha?
a) To represent the states of the Indian Union
b) To initiate money bills
c) To approve the appointment of the Prime Minister
d) To represent the union territories
- Which article of the Constitution deals with the establishment of Panchayati Raj institutions?
a) Article 40
b) Article 46
c) Article 48
d) Article 73