Articles of the Constitution MCQ: Article 14-19 Fundamental Rights & Right to Life

Attempt the quiz above first, then review every question with its correct answer and a short explanation below.

1. Q1.How many parts, articles, and schedules were contained in the original copy of the Indian Constitution?

   • A.25 Parts, 444 Articles, 12 Schedules
   • B.22 Parts, 390 Articles, 8 Schedules
   • C.22 Parts, 395 Articles, 8 Schedules✓ Correct Answer
   • D.24 Parts, 450 Articles, 12 Schedules

   Explanation: The original Constitution adopted in 1949 contained 22 Parts, 395 Articles, and 8 Schedules.

2. Q2.At present, the number of Articles in the Constitution is approximately how many, although they are added as sub-parts of the original 395?

   • A.420
   • B.465-470✓ Correct Answer
   • C.500
   • D.395

   Explanation: Through various amendments, the total count has exceeded 465+, but the last numbered Article remains 395.

3. Q3.Which Article specifically defines the Name and territory of the Union?

   • A.Article 3
   • B.Article 2
   • C.Article 1✓ Correct Answer
   • D.Article 5

   Explanation: Article 1 states: 'India, that is Bharat, shall be a Union of States'.

4. Q4.The provision for the admission or establishment of new States is covered under which Article?

   • A.Article 1
   • B.Article 2✓ Correct Answer
   • C.Article 3
   • D.Article 4

   Explanation: Article 2 empowers Parliament to admit into the Union or establish new states (territory not currently part of India).

5. Q5.Under Article 3, the Parliament has the power to do what to existing States?

   • A.Alter areas, boundaries, or names✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Grant single citizenship
   • C.Establish high courts
   • D.Appoint Governors

   Explanation: Article 3 deals with the formation of new states and alteration of areas, boundaries, or names of existing states.

6. Q6.Which Article deals with citizenship at the commencement of the Constitution?

   • A.Article 11
   • B.Article 6
   • C.Article 5✓ Correct Answer
   • D.Article 14

   Explanation: Article 5 speaks about citizenship at the commencement of the Constitution (Jan 26, 1950).

7. Q7.Article 14 of the Indian Constitution provides for what right?

   • A.Abolition of titles
   • B.Equality before law✓ Correct Answer
   • C.Right to education
   • D.Freedom of speech

   Explanation: Article 14 guarantees Equality before Law and Equal Protection of Laws.

8. Q8.The prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth is found in which Article?

   • A.Article 14
   • B.Article 17
   • C.Article 15✓ Correct Answer
   • D.Article 16

   Explanation: Article 15 prohibits the state from discriminating against any citizen on these specific grounds.

9. Q9.Which Article ensures equality of opportunity in matters of public employment?

   • A.Article 14
   • B.Article 15
   • C.Article 16✓ Correct Answer
   • D.Article 17

   Explanation: Article 16 guarantees equality of opportunity for all citizens in matters relating to employment or appointment to any office under the State.

10. Q10.The abolition of untouchability is a mandate of which specific Article?

    • A.Article 18
    • B.Article 17✓ Correct Answer
    • C.Article 16
    • D.Article 15

    Explanation: Article 17 abolishes 'Untouchability' and forbids its practice in any form.

11. Q11.Under Article 18, which of the following is abolished, except for military and academic distinctions?

    • A.Untouchability
    • B.Forced labour
    • C.Titles✓ Correct Answer
    • D.Discriminations

    Explanation: Article 18 deals with the Abolition of Titles (like Rai Bahadur, Maharaja, etc.), allowing only military and academic distinctions.

12. Q12.Article 19 guarantees how many specific rights regarding freedom of speech and expression?

    • A.Five
    • B.Six✓ Correct Answer
    • C.Seven
    • D.Eight

    Explanation: Article 19 guarantees six rights (originally seven, before Right to Property was removed).

13. Q13.Protection in respect of conviction for offences is provided under which Article?

    • A.Article 19
    • B.Article 20✓ Correct Answer
    • C.Article 21
    • D.Article 22

    Explanation: Article 20 provides protection against ex-post-facto laws, double jeopardy, and self-incrimination.

14. Q14.The protection of life and personal liberty is the subject of which Article?

    • A.Article 20
    • B.Article 21✓ Correct Answer
    • C.Article 22
    • D.Article 19

    Explanation: Article 21 states that no person shall be deprived of his life or personal liberty except according to procedure established by law.

15. Q15.Article 21A provides the Right to elementary education for children of which age group?

    • A.0 to 6 years
    • B.5 to 15 years
    • C.6 to 14 years✓ Correct Answer
    • D.1 to 14 years

    Explanation: Article 21A mandates free and compulsory education for all children aged 6 to 14 years.

16. Q16.Protection against arrest and detention in certain cases is provided by which Article?

    • A.Article 21
    • B.Article 23
    • C.Article 22✓ Correct Answer
    • D.Article 24

    Explanation: Article 22 provides procedural safeguards against arbitrary arrest and detention.

17. Q17.Which Article prohibits traffic in human beings and forced labour?

    • A.Article 22
    • B.Article 23✓ Correct Answer
    • C.Article 24
    • D.Article 25

    Explanation: Article 23 prohibits traffic in human beings, begar (forced labour), and other similar forms of forced labour.

18. Q18.The prohibition of employment of children in factories is mandated by which Article?

    • A.Article 23
    • B.Article 24✓ Correct Answer
    • C.Article 21
    • D.Article 17

    Explanation: Article 24 prohibits the employment of children below the age of 14 in factories, mines, or hazardous activities.

19. Q19.Article 25 deals with the freedom of conscience and free profession, practice, and propagation of what?

    • A.Education
    • B.Religion✓ Correct Answer
    • C.Culture
    • D.Employment

    Explanation: Article 25 guarantees Freedom of Religion.

20. Q20.The freedom to manage religious affairs is specifically protected under which Article?

    • A.Article 25
    • B.Article 26✓ Correct Answer
    • C.Article 27
    • D.Article 28

    Explanation: Article 26 guarantees the right of religious denominations to manage their own affairs.