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The Fourth Amendment to the Constitution of India of 1955

Description: The Fourth Amendment to the Constitution of India of 1955 was a significant amendment that brought about several changes to the Constitution. This quiz will test your knowledge about the Fourth Amendment and its implications.
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What was the main purpose of the Fourth Amendment to the Constitution of India?

  1. To abolish the Zamindari system

  2. To introduce the right to property

  3. To amend the provisions related to citizenship

  4. To establish a uniform civil code


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Fourth Amendment was primarily aimed at abolishing the Zamindari system, which was a feudal land tenure system prevalent in many parts of India.

Which article of the Constitution was amended by the Fourth Amendment?

  1. Article 19

  2. Article 31

  3. Article 32

  4. Article 35


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Fourth Amendment amended Article 31 of the Constitution, which dealt with the acquisition of property.

What was the significance of the Fourth Amendment in terms of land reforms?

  1. It abolished the Zamindari system and redistributed land to farmers.

  2. It introduced land ceiling laws to prevent the concentration of land ownership.

  3. It provided compensation to landowners whose land was acquired for public purposes.

  4. It established cooperative farming societies to promote agricultural productivity.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Fourth Amendment played a crucial role in land reforms by abolishing the Zamindari system and redistributing land to farmers, thereby addressing the issue of land inequality.

How did the Fourth Amendment impact the right to property?

  1. It abolished the right to property.

  2. It introduced the concept of eminent domain, allowing the government to acquire property for public purposes.

  3. It provided for compensation to landowners whose property was acquired for public purposes.

  4. It restricted the government's power to acquire property without due process of law.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Fourth Amendment introduced the concept of eminent domain, which allowed the government to acquire property for public purposes, subject to the payment of compensation.

What was the impact of the Fourth Amendment on the Zamindari system?

  1. It abolished the Zamindari system completely.

  2. It abolished the Zamindari system in some states but not in others.

  3. It abolished the Zamindari system but allowed zamindars to retain their personal property.

  4. It abolished the Zamindari system but provided compensation to zamindars for their lost lands.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Fourth Amendment abolished the Zamindari system completely, eliminating the feudal land tenure system and redistributing land to farmers.

Which provision of the Fourth Amendment dealt with the compensation for acquired property?

  1. Article 31(2)

  2. Article 31(3)

  3. Article 31(4)

  4. Article 31(5)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 31(2) of the Fourth Amendment dealt with the compensation for acquired property, providing for fair compensation to landowners whose property was acquired for public purposes.

What was the impact of the Fourth Amendment on the fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution?

  1. It restricted the fundamental rights of citizens.

  2. It expanded the fundamental rights of citizens.

  3. It did not affect the fundamental rights of citizens.

  4. It abolished the fundamental rights of citizens.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Fourth Amendment did not affect the fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution. It focused on land reforms and the abolition of the Zamindari system, without altering the fundamental rights of citizens.

When was the Fourth Amendment to the Constitution of India enacted?

  1. 1955

  2. 1956

  3. 1957

  4. 1958


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Fourth Amendment to the Constitution of India was enacted in 1955.

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

  1. Indian National Congress

  2. Bharatiya Janata Party

  3. Communist Party of India

  4. Janata Party


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian National Congress was in power at the time of the Fourth Amendment.

Who was the Prime Minister of India when the Fourth Amendment was enacted?

  1. Jawaharlal Nehru

  2. Lal Bahadur Shastri

  3. Indira Gandhi

  4. Morarji Desai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jawaharlal Nehru was the Prime Minister of India when the Fourth Amendment was enacted.

Which state was the first to implement the land reforms mandated by the Fourth Amendment?

  1. Uttar Pradesh

  2. Bihar

  3. West Bengal

  4. Madhya Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh was the first state to implement the land reforms mandated by the Fourth Amendment.

What was the impact of the Fourth Amendment on the agricultural productivity in India?

  1. It led to a significant increase in agricultural productivity.

  2. It had no impact on agricultural productivity.

  3. It led to a decline in agricultural productivity.

  4. It had a mixed impact on agricultural productivity.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Fourth Amendment, by abolishing the Zamindari system and redistributing land to farmers, led to a significant increase in agricultural productivity in India.

Which provision of the Fourth Amendment dealt with the acquisition of property for public purposes?

  1. Article 31(2)

  2. Article 31(3)

  3. Article 31(4)

  4. Article 31(5)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 31(2) of the Fourth Amendment dealt with the acquisition of property for public purposes, providing for fair compensation to landowners whose property was acquired for public purposes.

What was the impact of the Fourth Amendment on the Zamindari system in Hyderabad State?

  1. It abolished the Zamindari system in Hyderabad State.

  2. It did not affect the Zamindari system in Hyderabad State.

  3. It modified the Zamindari system in Hyderabad State.

  4. It introduced the Zamindari system in Hyderabad State.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Fourth Amendment abolished the Zamindari system in Hyderabad State, along with other parts of India.

Which article of the Constitution was amended by the Fourth Amendment to introduce the concept of eminent domain?

  1. Article 19

  2. Article 31

  3. Article 32

  4. Article 35


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Fourth Amendment amended Article 31 of the Constitution to introduce the concept of eminent domain, allowing the government to acquire property for public purposes.

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