Indian Polity and Constitution GK MCQ and Quiz (Set 1)

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.


  1. Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Indian Constitution?
    a) Federalism
    b) Unitary Government
    c) Fundamental Rights
    d) Parliamentary System

Answer: b) Unitary Government

  1. The President of India is elected by:
    a) Direct election by the people
    b) The Electoral College
    c) The Prime Minister
    d) The Parliament

Answer: b) The Electoral College

  1. 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

Answer: a) Article 280

  1. The Fundamental Rights are enshrined in which part of the Constitution?
    a) Part I
    b) Part II
    c) Part III
    d) Part IV

Answer: c) Part III

  1. 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

Answer: b) 42nd Amendment

  1. 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

Answer: a) Articles 14 to 18

  1. 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

Answer: c) Right to property

  1. The concept of ‘Judicial Review’ is derived from:
    a) British Constitution
    b) American Constitution
    c) Canadian Constitution
    d) Australian Constitution

Answer: b) American Constitution

  1. How many members are nominated by the President of India to the Rajya Sabha?
    a) 10
    b) 12
    c) 14
    d) 15

Answer: b) 12

  1. Which of the following is the highest court of appeal in India?
    a) High Court
    b) District Court
    c) Supreme Court
    d) Subordinate Court

Answer: c) Supreme Court

  1. 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

Answer: b) Part IV

  1. The Prime Minister of India is appointed by:
    a) The President
    b) The Parliament
    c) The Chief Justice
    d) The Council of Ministers

Answer: a) The President

  1. Which article of the Indian Constitution abolishes untouchability?
    a) Article 15
    b) Article 17
    c) Article 19
    d) Article 21

Answer: b) Article 17

  1. Who has the power to dissolve the Lok Sabha?
    a) The President
    b) The Prime Minister
    c) The Speaker
    d) The Chief Justice

Answer: a) The President

  1. 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

Answer: a) Article 19(1)(a)

  1. Which Constitutional body is responsible for conducting elections in India?
    a) Finance Commission
    b) Election Commission
    c) Planning Commission
    d) National Development Council

Answer: b) Election Commission

  1. The right to education was made a Fundamental Right under which amendment?
    a) 86th Amendment
    b) 73rd Amendment
    c) 42nd Amendment
    d) 61st Amendment

Answer: a) 86th Amendment

  1. 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

Answer: d) State Legislative Assembly

  1. 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

Answer: b) 30 years

  1. The Constitution of India was adopted on:
    a) January 26, 1950
    b) August 15, 1947
    c) November 26, 1949
    d) March 15, 1952

Answer: c) November 26, 1949

  1. Which Article empowers the President to declare a National Emergency?
    a) Article 352
    b) Article 356
    c) Article 360
    d) Article 370

Answer: a) Article 352

  1. 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

Answer: a) Article 5

  1. Which schedule of the Constitution contains the list of State Subjects?
    a) Seventh Schedule
    b) Fifth Schedule
    c) Fourth Schedule
    d) Sixth Schedule

Answer: a) Seventh Schedule

  1. 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

Answer: a) Right to Equality

  1. The term of the Rajya Sabha is:
    a) 5 years
    b) 6 years
    c) 4 years
    d) 3 years

Answer: b) 6 years

  1. 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

Answer: a) Council of Ministers

  1. What is the maximum strength of the Lok Sabha as per the Constitution?
    a) 500
    b) 552
    c) 545
    d) 550

Answer: b) 552

  1. The power to amend the Constitution lies with:
    a) The Parliament
    b) The President
    c) The Judiciary
    d) The State Assemblies

Answer: a) The Parliament

  1. 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

Answer: b) To initiate money bills

  1. 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

Answer: a) Article 40


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