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The Twelfth Amendment to the Constitution of India of 1962

Description: The Twelfth Amendment to the Constitution of India of 1962 was an important amendment that brought about significant changes to the Indian Constitution. This quiz aims to test your knowledge about this amendment and its implications.
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What was the primary objective of the Twelfth Amendment to the Constitution of India?

  1. To abolish the privy purses of the former rulers of princely states

  2. To introduce the concept of fundamental duties

  3. To amend the procedure for the election of the President

  4. To grant special status to the state of Jammu and Kashmir

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main purpose of the Twelfth Amendment was to abolish the privy purses and other privileges enjoyed by the former rulers of princely states, thus bringing them on par with ordinary citizens.

Which article of the Indian Constitution was amended by the Twelfth Amendment?

  1. Article 291

  2. Article 368

  3. Article 352

  4. Article 324

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Twelfth Amendment amended Article 291 of the Indian Constitution, which dealt with the privy purses and other privileges of the former rulers of princely states.

When was the Twelfth Amendment to the Constitution of India passed?

  1. 1963

  2. 1962

  3. 1961

  4. 1960

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Twelfth Amendment to the Constitution of India was passed in the year 1962.

Who was the President of India at the time of the passage of the Twelfth Amendment?

  1. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan

  2. Rajendra Prasad

  3. Zakir Hussain

  4. V. V. Giri

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was the President of India when the Twelfth Amendment was passed in 1962.

Which political party was in power at the time of the passage of the Twelfth Amendment?

  1. Indian National Congress

  2. Bharatiya Janata Party

  3. Communist Party of India

  4. Janata Dal

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian National Congress was the ruling party at the time of the passage of the Twelfth Amendment.

What was the reaction of the former rulers of princely states to the abolition of privy purses?

  1. They welcomed the decision as a step towards equality

  2. They opposed the decision and filed legal challenges

  3. They remained indifferent to the decision

  4. They expressed mixed reactions, with some supporting and others opposing the decision

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Many former rulers of princely states opposed the abolition of privy purses and filed legal challenges against the decision.

How did the Supreme Court of India rule on the legal challenges to the Twelfth Amendment?

  1. It upheld the validity of the amendment

  2. It struck down the amendment as unconstitutional

  3. It referred the matter to a larger bench for further consideration

  4. It dismissed the challenges on technical grounds

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Supreme Court of India upheld the validity of the Twelfth Amendment, thereby confirming the abolition of privy purses.

What was the significance of the Twelfth Amendment in the context of Indian democracy?

  1. It strengthened the federal structure of the country

  2. It promoted social justice and equality

  3. It enhanced the powers of the central government

  4. It weakened the position of the judiciary

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Twelfth Amendment promoted social justice and equality by abolishing the special privileges enjoyed by the former rulers of princely states.

Which other amendment to the Indian Constitution is closely related to the Twelfth Amendment?

  1. The Twenty-fourth Amendment

  2. The Twenty-sixth Amendment

  3. The Forty-second Amendment

  4. The Forty-fourth Amendment

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Twenty-fourth Amendment to the Indian Constitution, passed in 1971, further amended Article 291 and abolished all privy purses and privileges of the former rulers of princely states.

How did the Twelfth Amendment impact the political landscape of India?

  1. It led to the formation of new political parties

  2. It strengthened the position of the ruling party

  3. It resulted in the decline of regional parties

  4. It had no significant impact on the political landscape

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Twelfth Amendment did not have a direct and significant impact on the political landscape of India.

What were some of the arguments put forth in favor of abolishing privy purses?

  1. They were a drain on the public exchequer

  2. They perpetuated inequality and discrimination

  3. They were a symbol of the feudal past

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Supporters of the abolition of privy purses argued that they were a drain on the public exchequer, perpetuated inequality and discrimination, and were a symbol of the feudal past.

What were some of the arguments put forth against abolishing privy purses?

  1. They were a legitimate compensation for the loss of princely states

  2. They were a source of income for the former rulers and their families

  3. They were a part of the cultural heritage of India

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Opponents of the abolition of privy purses argued that they were a legitimate compensation for the loss of princely states, a source of income for the former rulers and their families, and a part of the cultural heritage of India.

Did the Twelfth Amendment completely eliminate all privileges enjoyed by the former rulers of princely states?

  1. Yes

  2. No

  3. It is not clear from the amendment

  4. It varied from state to state

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Twelfth Amendment did not completely eliminate all privileges enjoyed by the former rulers of princely states. Some privileges, such as titles and honorifics, were retained.

Which other constitutional amendment in India dealt with the issue of privy purses?

  1. The Twenty-fourth Amendment

  2. The Twenty-sixth Amendment

  3. The Forty-second Amendment

  4. The Forty-fourth Amendment

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Twenty-fourth Amendment to the Indian Constitution, passed in 1971, further amended Article 291 and abolished all privy purses and privileges of the former rulers of princely states.

What was the impact of the Twelfth Amendment on the relationship between the central government and the states?

  1. It strengthened the powers of the central government

  2. It weakened the powers of the central government

  3. It had no impact on the relationship between the central government and the states

  4. It is not clear from the amendment

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Twelfth Amendment did not directly impact the relationship between the central government and the states.

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