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Political Unification and the Role of the Indian Constitution

Description: This quiz aims to assess your understanding of the political unification of India and the role of the Indian Constitution.
Number of Questions: 15
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What was the primary objective of the Indian National Congress when it was founded in 1885?

  1. To promote social reforms and address economic disparities.

  2. To achieve political independence from British rule.

  3. To establish a federal structure of governance.

  4. To promote cultural unity and diversity.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Indian National Congress was founded with the primary goal of achieving political independence from British rule and establishing self-governance in India.

Which act of the British Parliament in 1935 introduced provincial autonomy in India?

  1. The Indian Councils Act of 1909

  2. The Government of India Act of 1919

  3. The Indian Independence Act of 1947

  4. The Government of India Act of 1935


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Government of India Act of 1935 introduced provincial autonomy in India, granting limited self-governance to provinces under British rule.

Who was the first President of the Constituent Assembly of India?

  1. Jawaharlal Nehru

  2. Rajendra Prasad

  3. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

  4. Mahatma Gandhi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rajendra Prasad was elected as the first President of the Constituent Assembly of India, which was tasked with drafting the Indian Constitution.

Which committee was appointed by the Constituent Assembly to draft the Indian Constitution?

  1. The Drafting Committee

  2. The Fundamental Rights Committee

  3. The Union Powers Committee

  4. The State Powers Committee


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Drafting Committee, chaired by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, was appointed by the Constituent Assembly to draft the Indian Constitution.

When was the Indian Constitution adopted by the Constituent Assembly?

  1. November 26, 1949

  2. January 26, 1950

  3. August 15, 1947

  4. October 2, 1951


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian Constitution was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on November 26, 1949, and came into effect on January 26, 1950.

Which article of the Indian Constitution declares India as a sovereign, socialist, secular, democratic republic?

  1. Article 1

  2. Article 2

  3. Article 3

  4. Article 4


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 1 of the Indian Constitution declares India as a sovereign, socialist, secular, democratic republic.

What is the fundamental law of India?

  1. The Indian Penal Code

  2. The Indian Constitution

  3. The Code of Civil Procedure

  4. The Indian Evidence Act


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Indian Constitution is the fundamental law of India, which outlines the framework of the Indian government, fundamental rights and duties, and the relationship between the Union and the States.

Which part of the Indian Constitution contains the Fundamental Rights?

  1. Part III

  2. Part IV

  3. Part V

  4. Part VI


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Part III of the Indian Constitution contains the Fundamental Rights, which are guaranteed to all citizens of India.

Which article of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to equality?

  1. Article 14

  2. Article 15

  3. Article 16

  4. Article 17


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 14 of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to equality before the law and equal protection of the laws.

Which article of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to freedom of speech and expression?

  1. Article 19(1)(a)

  2. Article 19(1)(b)

  3. Article 19(1)(c)

  4. Article 19(1)(d)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 19(1)(a) of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to freedom of speech and expression.

Which article of the Indian Constitution establishes the Supreme Court of India?

  1. Article 124

  2. Article 125

  3. Article 126

  4. Article 127


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 124 of the Indian Constitution establishes the Supreme Court of India as the highest court in the country.

Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers the President to declare a national emergency?

  1. Article 352

  2. Article 353

  3. Article 354

  4. Article 355


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 352 of the Indian Constitution empowers the President to declare a national emergency in case of war, external aggression, or internal disturbance.

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the amendment of the Constitution?

  1. Article 368

  2. Article 369

  3. Article 370

  4. Article 371


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 368 of the Indian Constitution provides for the amendment of the Constitution through a special procedure.

Which amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced the concept of Panchayati Raj?

  1. The 73rd Amendment

  2. The 74th Amendment

  3. The 75th Amendment

  4. The 76th Amendment


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 73rd Amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced the concept of Panchayati Raj, which established a three-tier system of local self-government in rural areas.

Which amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced the concept of Nagarpalika?

  1. The 73rd Amendment

  2. The 74th Amendment

  3. The 75th Amendment

  4. The 76th Amendment


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The 74th Amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced the concept of Nagarpalika, which established a system of urban local self-government in India.

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