Top 100 Political Science MCQ Questions with Answers
The 100 most important Political Science questions — pulled from our full bank of 2475 Political Science questions, ranked by how frequently they're asked in real exams. Answers and explanations are shown directly below each question.
1.How many parts, articles, and schedules were contained in the original copy of the Indian Constitution?
medium- 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.
Practice more on this topic →2.Which Article states that no person shall be compelled to pay taxes for the promotion of any particular religion?
medium- A.Article 26
- B.Article 27✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 28
- D.Article 29
Explanation: Article 27 provides freedom from taxation for the promotion of a particular religion.
Practice more on this topic →3.Article 54 specifies the procedure for which event?
medium- A.Manner of Election of President
- B.Election of President✓ Correct Answer
- C.Qualifications for President
- D.Impeachment of President
Explanation: Article 54 deals with the 'Election of President' (the Electoral College), while Article 55 deals with the 'Manner of Election'.
Practice more on this topic →4.Which Article states, "There shall be a Governor for each State"?
medium- A.Article 152
- B.Article 153✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 154
- D.Article 155
Explanation: Article 153 states that there shall be a Governor for each State.
Practice more on this topic →5.The power of Parliament to amend the Constitution is explicitly granted by which Article?
medium- A.Article 360
- B.Article 356
- C.Article 368✓ Correct Answer
- D.Article 370
Explanation: Article 368 in Part XX of the Constitution deals with the powers of Parliament to amend the Constitution and its procedure.
Practice more on this topic →6.At present, the number of Articles in the Constitution is approximately how many, although they are added as sub-parts of the original 395?
medium- 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.
Practice more on this topic →7.Article 28 provides freedom as to attendance at religious instruction or worship in which types of institutions?
medium- A.Private factories
- B.Certain educational institutions✓ Correct Answer
- C.Government offices
- D.Military barracks
Explanation: Article 28 applies to educational institutions wholly maintained out of State funds or recognized by the State.
Practice more on this topic →8.The procedure for impeachment of the President is detailed in which Article?
medium- A.Article 60
- B.Article 61✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 62
- D.Article 58
Explanation: Article 61 details the procedure for impeachment of the President for violation of the Constitution.
Practice more on this topic →9.The appointment of the Governor is handled under which Article?
medium- A.Article 153
- B.Article 154
- C.Article 155✓ Correct Answer
- D.Article 156
Explanation: Article 155 states that the Governor of a State shall be appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal.
Practice more on this topic →10.Article 370, which was declared inoperative in 2019, contained temporary provisions regarding which State?
medium- A.Sikkim
- B.Nagaland
- C.Jammu and Kashmir✓ Correct Answer
- D.Maharashtra
Explanation: Article 370 granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir. In August 2019, the President issued an order making it inoperative.
Practice more on this topic →11.Which Article specifically defines the Name and territory of the Union?
medium- 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'.
Practice more on this topic →12.The protection of interests of minorities regarding their language, script, or culture is covered by which Article?
medium- A.Article 30
- B.Article 29✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 25
- D.Article 15
Explanation: Article 29 protects the interests of minorities (language, script, culture).
Practice more on this topic →13.Which Article states that there shall be a Vice-President of India?
medium- A.Article 62
- B.Article 63✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 64
- D.Article 65
Explanation: Article 63 states that 'There shall be a Vice-President of India'.
Practice more on this topic →14.The Advocate-General for the State is appointed under which Article?
medium- A.Article 163
- B.Article 164
- C.Article 165✓ Correct Answer
- D.Article 166
Explanation: Article 165 provides for the appointment of the Advocate-General for the State by the Governor.
Practice more on this topic →15.How many Schedules were present in the adoption version of the Constitution compared to at present?
medium- A.12 original, 8 present
- B.8 original, 12 present✓ Correct Answer
- C.10 original, 12 present
- D.8 original, 10 present
Explanation: Originally, the Constitution contained 8 Schedules. Four more (9, 10, 11, 12) were added by subsequent amendments.
Practice more on this topic →16.The provision for the admission or establishment of new States is covered under which Article?
medium- 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).
Practice more on this topic →17.Which Article grants minorities the right to establish and administer educational institutions?
medium- A.Article 29
- B.Article 30✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 31
- D.Article 32
Explanation: Article 30 guarantees the right of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions.
Practice more on this topic →18.The Vice-President acts as the ex-officio Chairman of the Council of States as per which Article?
medium- A.Article 63
- B.Article 64✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 66
- D.Article 67
Explanation: Article 64 states that the Vice-President shall be ex-officio Chairman of the Council of States.
Practice more on this topic →19.Article 167 defines the duties of the Chief Minister regarding the furnishing of information to whom?
medium- A.The President
- B.The Assembly
- C.The Governor✓ Correct Answer
- D.The Cabinet
Explanation: Article 167 defines the duties of the Chief Minister to furnish information to the Governor regarding the administration of the State.
Practice more on this topic →20.Which Schedule contains provisions relating to the administration of tribal areas in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram?
medium- A.Fifth Schedule
- B.Sixth Schedule✓ Correct Answer
- C.Seventh Schedule
- D.Eighth Schedule
Explanation: The Sixth Schedule deals with the administration of tribal areas in the four north-eastern states of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram.
Practice more on this topic →21.Under Article 3, the Parliament has the power to do what to existing States?
medium- 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.
Practice more on this topic →22.Article 32 provides remedies for the enforcement of fundamental rights, including the issuance of what?
medium- A.Ordinances
- B.Writs✓ Correct Answer
- C.Proclamations
- D.Injunctions
Explanation: Article 32 empowers the Supreme Court to issue writs (Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, etc.) for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights.
Practice more on this topic →23.The power of the President to grant pardons and suspend or commute sentences is found in which Article?
medium- A.Article 71
- B.Article 72✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 73
- D.Article 74
Explanation: Article 72 empowers the President to grant pardons, etc., and to suspend, remit or commute sentences in certain cases.
Practice more on this topic →24.The abolition or creation of Legislative Councils in States is governed by which Article?
medium- A.Article 168
- B.Article 169✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 170
- D.Article 171
Explanation: Article 169 empowers Parliament to abolish or create a Legislative Council in a State if the State Assembly passes a resolution to that effect.
Practice more on this topic →25.The division of powers between the Union and the States (Three Lists) is found in which Schedule?
medium- A.Sixth Schedule
- B.Seventh Schedule✓ Correct Answer
- C.Eighth Schedule
- D.Ninth Schedule
Explanation: The Seventh Schedule contains the Union List, State List, and Concurrent List.
Practice more on this topic →26.Which Article deals with citizenship at the commencement of the Constitution?
medium- 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).
Practice more on this topic →27.Which Article requires the State to secure a social order for the promotion of the welfare of the people?
medium- A.Article 36
- B.Article 38✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 39
- D.Article 40
Explanation: Article 38 directs the State to secure a social order for the promotion of welfare of the people.
Practice more on this topic →28.Which Article mandates a Council of Ministers to aid and advise the President?
medium- A.Article 73
- B.Article 74✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 75
- D.Article 76
Explanation: Article 74 states there shall be a Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister at the head to aid and advise the President.
Practice more on this topic →29.Which Article provides for the establishment of High Courts for States?
medium- A.Article 213
- B.Article 214✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 215
- D.Article 216
Explanation: Article 214 states that there shall be a High Court for each State.
Practice more on this topic →30.How many languages are currently recognized by the Eighth Schedule?
medium- A.14
- B.18
- C.20
- D.22✓ Correct Answer
Explanation: There are 22 languages recognized in the Eighth Schedule. Originally there were 14.
Practice more on this topic →31.Article 14 of the Indian Constitution provides for what right?
medium- 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.
Practice more on this topic →32.Equal justice and free legal aid were added to the Constitution as part of which Article?
medium- A.Article 39
- B.Article 39A✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 41
- D.Article 43A
Explanation: Article 39A provides for equal justice and free legal aid.
Practice more on this topic →33.The Attorney-General for India is appointed under which Article?
medium- A.Article 75
- B.Article 76✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 77
- D.Article 78
Explanation: Article 76 provides for the appointment of the Attorney-General for India by the President.
Practice more on this topic →34.The power of the Governor to promulgate Ordinances during the recess of the legislature is found in which Article?
medium- A.Article 212
- B.Article 213✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 123
- D.Article 214
Explanation: Article 213 empowers the Governor to promulgate Ordinances (Parallel to Article 123 for the President).
Practice more on this topic →35.The Ninth Schedule was added by which Constitutional Amendment Act in 1951?
medium- A.1st Amendment✓ Correct Answer
- B.7th Amendment
- C.42nd Amendment
- D.44th Amendment
Explanation: The 1st Amendment Act of 1951 added the Ninth Schedule to protect land reform laws from judicial review.
Practice more on this topic →36.The prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth is found in which Article?
medium- 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.
Practice more on this topic →37.The organisation of Village Panchayats is a directive found in which Article?
medium- A.Article 38
- B.Article 39
- C.Article 40✓ Correct Answer
- D.Article 41
Explanation: Article 40 directs the State to organise village panchayats.
Practice more on this topic →38.Article 78 defines the duties of the Prime Minister regarding the furnishing of information to whom?
medium- A.The Parliament
- B.The Cabinet
- C.The President✓ Correct Answer
- D.The Chief Justice
Explanation: Article 78 states it is the duty of the Prime Minister to furnish such information relating to the administration as the President may call for.
Practice more on this topic →39.Which Article empowers High Courts to issue certain writs?
medium- A.Article 32
- B.Article 224
- C.Article 225
- D.Article 226✓ Correct Answer
Explanation: Article 226 empowers High Courts to issue writs for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights and for any other purpose.
Practice more on this topic →40.The Tenth Schedule, added by the 52nd Amendment Act 1985, is also known as what?
medium- A.Panchayat Law
- B.Municipality Law
- C.Anti-Defection Law✓ Correct Answer
- D.Language Law
Explanation: The Tenth Schedule contains provisions relating to disqualification on the ground of defection (Anti-Defection Law).
Practice more on this topic →41.Which Article ensures equality of opportunity in matters of public employment?
medium- 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.
Practice more on this topic →42.Article 41 provides the right to work, to education, and to public assistance in which specific instances?
medium- A.During elections
- B.In certain cases (unemployment, old age, etc.)✓ Correct Answer
- C.For all citizens at all times
- D.Only for government employees
Explanation: Article 41 secures the right to work, education, and public assistance in cases of unemployment, old age, sickness, and disablement.
Practice more on this topic →43.The constitution of Parliament is mandated by which Article?
medium- A.Article 78
- B.Article 79✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 80
- D.Article 81
Explanation: Article 79 states that there shall be a Parliament for the Union consisting of the President and two Houses.
Practice more on this topic →44.Article 243B deals with the constitution of which local body?
medium- A.Municipalities
- B.Panchayats✓ Correct Answer
- C.Co-operative Societies
- D.District Planning Committees
Explanation: Article 243B mandates the constitution of Panchayats at the village, intermediate, and district levels.
Practice more on this topic →45.Which Schedule specifies the powers and responsibilities of Panchayats and contains 29 subjects?
medium- A.Tenth Schedule
- B.Eleventh Schedule✓ Correct Answer
- C.Twelfth Schedule
- D.Ninth Schedule
Explanation: The Eleventh Schedule (added by the 73rd Amendment) specifies 29 functional items of Panchayats.
Practice more on this topic →46.The abolition of untouchability is a mandate of which specific Article?
medium- 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.
Practice more on this topic →47.Which Article discusses providing a living wage for workers?
medium- A.Article 41
- B.Article 42
- C.Article 43✓ Correct Answer
- D.Article 44
Explanation: Article 43 deals with living wages, etc., for workers.
Practice more on this topic →48.The composition of the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) is described in which Article?
medium- A.Article 79
- B.Article 80✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 81
- D.Article 82
Explanation: Article 80 deals with the Composition of the Council of States (Rajya Sabha).
Practice more on this topic →49.The power of Parliament to legislate on State List subjects in the national interest is found in which Article?
medium- A.Article 248
- B.Article 249✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 250
- D.Article 252
Explanation: Article 249 empowers Parliament to legislate on a matter in the State List in the national interest.
Practice more on this topic →50.The Twelfth Schedule, added by the 74th Amendment Act 1992, deals with the responsibilities of what?
medium- A.Co-operative Societies
- B.Municipalities✓ Correct Answer
- C.Scheduled Areas
- D.Union Territories
Explanation: The Twelfth Schedule specifies 18 functional items for Municipalities.
Practice more on this topic →51.Under Article 18, which of the following is abolished, except for military and academic distinctions?
medium- 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.
Practice more on this topic →52.The directive for a Uniform Civil Code for all citizens is contained in which Article?
medium- A.Article 40
- B.Article 44✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 45
- D.Article 48
Explanation: Article 44 directs the State to secure for the citizens a Uniform Civil Code throughout the territory of India.
Practice more on this topic →53.The composition of the House of the People (Lok Sabha) is the subject of which Article?
medium- A.Article 80
- B.Article 81✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 82
- D.Article 83
Explanation: Article 81 deals with the Composition of the House of the People (Lok Sabha).
Practice more on this topic →54.Article 280 provides for the establishment of which quasi-judicial body every five years?
medium- A.Election Commission
- B.Finance Commission✓ Correct Answer
- C.Planning Commission
- D.UPSC
Explanation: Article 280 provides for the establishment of a Finance Commission by the President every five years.
Practice more on this topic →55.Part IV-A of the Constitution, which deals with Fundamental Duties, was added by which Amendment?
medium- A.1st Amendment
- B.42nd Amendment✓ Correct Answer
- C.44th Amendment
- D.73rd Amendment
Explanation: Part IV-A (Fundamental Duties) was added by the 42nd Amendment Act of 1976.
Practice more on this topic →56.Article 19 guarantees how many specific rights regarding freedom of speech and expression?
medium- A.Five
- B.Six✓ Correct Answer
- C.Seven
- D.Eight
Explanation: Article 19 guarantees six rights (originally seven, before Right to Property was removed).
Practice more on this topic →57.Article 45 provides for early childhood care and education for children below what age?
medium- A.14 years
- B.10 years
- C.6 years✓ Correct Answer
- D.5 years
Explanation: Article 45 (as amended) provides for early childhood care and education for all children until they complete the age of six years.
Practice more on this topic →58.Which Article provides for the appointment of the Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha?
medium- A.Article 89
- B.Article 90
- C.Article 93✓ Correct Answer
- D.Article 94
Explanation: Article 93 mandates the House of the People to choose two members as Speaker and Deputy Speaker.
Practice more on this topic →59.The Right to Property is now a legal right under which Article?
medium- A.Article 31
- B.Article 19(1)(f)
- C.Article 300A✓ Correct Answer
- D.Article 301
Explanation: The Right to Property was removed from Fundamental Rights and made a legal right under Article 300A by the 44th Amendment Act, 1978.
Practice more on this topic →60.Part IX-B, related to Co-operative Societies, was added by which Amendment Act in 2011?
medium- A.91st Amendment
- B.92nd Amendment
- C.97th Amendment✓ Correct Answer
- D.99th Amendment
Explanation: The 97th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2011 gave constitutional status to Co-operative Societies and added Part IX-B.
Practice more on this topic →61.Protection in respect of conviction for offences is provided under which Article?
medium- 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.
Practice more on this topic →62.The organisation of agriculture and animal husbandry is the subject of which Article?
medium- A.Article 47
- B.Article 48✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 48A
- D.Article 49
Explanation: Article 48 directs the State to organise agriculture and animal husbandry on modern and scientific lines.
Practice more on this topic →63.The joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament in certain cases is permitted by which Article?
medium- A.Article 100
- B.Article 108✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 110
- D.Article 111
Explanation: Article 108 deals with the Joint sitting of both Houses in certain cases (e.g., deadlock over a bill).
Practice more on this topic →64.Article 312 deals with the creation of which services?
medium- A.Central Services
- B.All-India Services✓ Correct Answer
- C.State Services
- D.Judicial Services
Explanation: Article 312 empowers Parliament to create new All-India Services if the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution.
Practice more on this topic →65.Which Article provides for special provisions with respect to the State of Maharashtra and Gujarat?
medium- A.Article 370
- B.Article 371✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 371A
- D.Article 372
Explanation: Article 371 provides special provisions for Maharashtra and Gujarat (development boards for Vidarbha, Marathwada, Saurashtra, Kutch).
Practice more on this topic →66.The protection of life and personal liberty is the subject of which Article?
medium- 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.
Practice more on this topic →67.Article 48A deals with the protection and improvement of the environment and safeguarding of what?
medium- A.Monuments
- B.National heritage
- C.Forests and wildlife✓ Correct Answer
- D.Public property
Explanation: Article 48A deals with the protection and improvement of the environment and safeguarding of forests and wildlife.
Practice more on this topic →68.The definition of "Money Bills" is provided under which specific Article?
medium- A.Article 109
- B.Article 110✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 111
- D.Article 112
Explanation: Article 110 defines what constitutes a Money Bill.
Practice more on this topic →69.The Public Service Commission for the Union and the States is established under which Article?
medium- A.Article 312
- B.Article 314
- C.Article 315✓ Correct Answer
- D.Article 316
Explanation: Article 315 provides for the establishment of Public Service Commissions for the Union (UPSC) and for the States (SPSC).
Practice more on this topic →70.Article 174 deals with the sessions of the State Legislature, including its prorogation and what?
medium- A.Extension
- B.Alteration
- C.Dissolution✓ Correct Answer
- D.Creation
Explanation: Article 174 empowers the Governor to summon, prorogue the Houses, and dissolve the Legislative Assembly.
Practice more on this topic →71.Article 21A provides the Right to elementary education for children of which age group?
medium- 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.
Practice more on this topic →72.The protection of monuments and objects of national importance is provided under which Article?
medium- A.Article 48
- B.Article 49✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 50
- D.Article 51
Explanation: Article 49 obligates the State to protect every monument or place or object of artistic or historic interest.
Practice more on this topic →73.Article 112 requires the laying of the Annual Financial Statement, also known as the what?
medium- A.Appropriation Bill
- B.Finance Bill
- C.Budget✓ Correct Answer
- D.Audit Report
Explanation: Article 112 deals with the Annual Financial Statement, popularly known as the 'Budget'.
Practice more on this topic →74.Article 324 vests the superintendence, direction, and control of elections in which body?
medium- A.The President
- B.The Parliament
- C.The Election Commission✓ Correct Answer
- D.The Supreme Court
Explanation: Article 324 vests the power of superintendence, direction, and control of elections in the Election Commission of India.
Practice more on this topic →75.The Special provisions with respect to Delhi are contained in which Article?
medium- A.Article 239A
- B.Article 239AA✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 241
- D.Article 243
Explanation: Article 239AA (added by 69th Amendment, 1991) gives special status to the Union Territory of Delhi.
Practice more on this topic →76.Protection against arrest and detention in certain cases is provided by which Article?
medium- 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.
Practice more on this topic →77.Which Article mandates the separation of the judiciary from the executive?
medium- A.Article 49
- B.Article 50✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 51
- D.Article 52
Explanation: Article 50 directs the State to take steps to separate the judiciary from the executive in the public services of the State.
Practice more on this topic →78.The power of the President to promulgate Ordinances during the recess of Parliament is found in which Article?
medium- A.Article 122
- B.Article 123✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 124
- D.Article 125
Explanation: Article 123 empowers the President to promulgate Ordinances when Parliament is not in session.
Practice more on this topic →79.Which Article specifies that elections to the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies shall be on the basis of adult suffrage?
medium- A.Article 324
- B.Article 325
- C.Article 326✓ Correct Answer
- D.Article 327
Explanation: Article 326 guarantees elections to the House of the People and Legislative Assemblies on the basis of adult suffrage.
Practice more on this topic →80.Article 281 requires the President to lay the recommendations of the Finance Commission before whom?
medium- A.The Cabinet
- B.The Governors
- C.Both Houses of Parliament✓ Correct Answer
- D.The Supreme Court
Explanation: Article 281 mandates that the President shall cause every recommendation made by the Finance Commission to be laid before each House of Parliament.
Practice more on this topic →81.Which Article prohibits traffic in human beings and forced labour?
medium- 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.
Practice more on this topic →82.The promotion of international peace and security is a directive under which Article?
medium- A.Article 50
- B.Article 51✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 51A
- D.Article 52
Explanation: Article 51 directs the State to promote international peace and security.
Practice more on this topic →83.The establishment and constitution of the Supreme Court is mandated by which Article?
medium- A.Article 123
- B.Article 124✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 125
- D.Article 126
Explanation: Article 124 states 'There shall be a Supreme Court of India'.
Practice more on this topic →84.The Official language of the Union (Hindi in Devanagari script) is mandated by which Article?
medium- A.Article 341
- B.Article 342
- C.Article 343✓ Correct Answer
- D.Article 344
Explanation: Article 343 states that the official language of the Union shall be Hindi in Devanagari script.
Practice more on this topic →85.Which Article provides for the appointment of the Chief Minister and other ministers of a State?
medium- A.Article 163
- B.Article 164✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 165
- D.Article 166
Explanation: Article 164 states that the Chief Minister shall be appointed by the Governor and other Ministers by the Governor on the advice of the CM.
Practice more on this topic →86.The prohibition of employment of children in factories is mandated by which Article?
medium- 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.
Practice more on this topic →87.Fundamental Duties are listed under which specific Article?
medium- A.Article 51
- B.Article 51A✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 52
- D.Article 36
Explanation: Article 51A (Part IV-A) lists the Fundamental Duties of every citizen of India.
Practice more on this topic →88.Which Article declares the Supreme Court to be a Court of Record?
medium- A.Article 127
- B.Article 128
- C.Article 129✓ Correct Answer
- D.Article 130
Explanation: Article 129 states that the Supreme Court shall be a court of record and shall have powers to punish for contempt.
Practice more on this topic →89.Article 352 allows for the Proclamation of Emergency due to war, external aggression, or what else?
medium- A.Internal disturbance
- B.Armed rebellion✓ Correct Answer
- C.Financial crisis
- D.Constitutional failure
Explanation: Article 352 provides for National Emergency on grounds of War, External Aggression, or Armed Rebellion (substituted for 'Internal Disturbance' by 44th Amendment).
Practice more on this topic →90.Article 222 discusses the transfer of a Judge from one High Court to another, a power exercised by whom?
medium- A.The Chief Justice
- B.The President✓ Correct Answer
- C.The Governor
- D.The Law Minister
Explanation: The President may, after consultation with the Chief Justice of India, transfer a Judge from one High Court to any other High Court.
Practice more on this topic →91.Article 25 deals with the freedom of conscience and free profession, practice, and propagation of what?
medium- A.Education
- B.Religion✓ Correct Answer
- C.Culture
- D.Employment
Explanation: Article 25 guarantees Freedom of Religion.
Practice more on this topic →92.Which Article simply states, "There shall be a President of India"?
medium- A.Article 51
- B.Article 53
- C.Article 52✓ Correct Answer
- D.Article 54
Explanation: Article 52 establishes the office of the President of India.
Practice more on this topic →93.The power of the President to consult the Supreme Court is granted by which Article?
medium- A.Article 141
- B.Article 142
- C.Article 143✓ Correct Answer
- D.Article 144
Explanation: Article 143 empowers the President to consult the Supreme Court on matters of law or fact.
Practice more on this topic →94.The provisions in case of failure of constitutional machinery in states (President's Rule) are found in which Article?
medium- A.Article 352
- B.Article 355
- C.Article 356✓ Correct Answer
- D.Article 360
Explanation: Article 356 relates to provisions in case of failure of constitutional machinery in States (President's Rule).
Practice more on this topic →95.Part XV of the Constitution (Articles 324 to 329A) is dedicated to which subject?
medium- A.Official Language
- B.Emergency Provisions
- C.Elections✓ Correct Answer
- D.Amendment
Explanation: Part XV deals with Elections.
Practice more on this topic →96.The freedom to manage religious affairs is specifically protected under which Article?
medium- 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.
Practice more on this topic →97.The executive power of the Union is vested in the President according to which Article?
medium- A.Article 52
- B.Article 53✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 54
- D.Article 55
Explanation: Article 53 vests the executive power of the Union in the President.
Practice more on this topic →98.The Comptroller and Auditor-General of India is appointed under which Article?
medium- A.Article 147
- B.Article 148✓ Correct Answer
- C.Article 149
- D.Article 150
Explanation: Article 148 establishes the office of the Comptroller and Auditor-General of India.
Practice more on this topic →99.Financial Emergency is proclaimed under the authority of which Article?
medium- A.Article 356
- B.Article 358
- C.Article 359
- D.Article 360✓ Correct Answer
Explanation: Article 360 empowers the President to proclaim a Financial Emergency.
Practice more on this topic →100.Which Part contains Article 368 and is dedicated entirely to the Amendment of the Constitution?
medium- A.Part XVIII
- B.Part XIX
- C.Part XX✓ Correct Answer
- D.Part XXI
Explanation: Part XX (Article 368) deals with the Amendment of the Constitution.
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