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 INDIAN POLITY

Practice Paper/Model Paper
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APPSC, TSPSC, GROUP - I, II, III, IV, DAO, SI, Constable
etc. exams
 For the enforcement of Directive Principles of State Policy a person can move a
write to
a. Supreme Court b. High Court
c. Either Supreme Court or High Court d. None of the above

   
 Which of the following provisions is not a part of the ‘Directive Principles of State
Policy’?
a. Protection of historical monuments

  
b. Abolition of untouchability
c. Promotion of cottage industry.

  

d. Provision of adequate means of livelihood for all citizens

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  

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  
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

 Which one of the following statements regarding the current status of the relation-
ship between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles is correct?
a. Directive principles cannot get priority over Fundamental Rights in any case.
b. Directive Principles always get priority over Fundamental Rights.
c. Fundamental Rights always get priority over Directive Principles.
d. In some cases Directive Principles may get priority over Fundamental Rights.
       
   
   
   
  
  

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 “Economic Justice” as one of the objectives of the Indian Constitution has been
provided in the
a. Preamble and Fundamental Rights.
b. Preamble and Directive Principles
c. Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles.
d. Preamble, Fundamental Rights and directive Principles.
  
    
  
    
   
 Which of the following is/are among the Fundamental Duties of citizens laid down
in the Indian Constitution?
1. To preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture.
2. To protect the weaker sections from social injustice

  
3. To develop the scientific temper and spirit of inquiry.

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4. To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity

 

Select the correct answer using the codes given below
a. 1 and 2 b. only 2 c. 1, 3 and 4

  d. all of these

  

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 


    
 
   
 Which of the following are included in the list of Fundamental duties in the Con-
stitution?
1. To abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals and institutions
2. To safeguard public property and to abjure violence
3. To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India.
4. To uphold and protect secularism.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a. 1, 3 and 4 b. 1, 2 and 4 c. 2, 3 and 4 d. 1, 2 and 3
 

 
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 

 
   
 Consider the following statements
1. A person who has held office of the Supreme Court Judge is prohibited from practicing
law before any court
2. Constitution provides that salaries and allowances of Supreme Court judges cannot be
varied to his disadvantage during his term of office, but President can override this guar-
antee during the proclamation of financial emergency.
Which of the statements given above is / are correct?
a. only 1 b. only 2 c. both 1 and 2 d. neither 1 nor 2




  
 
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

 
 

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      

   

 

 
 

 
 The power to increase the number of judges in the Supreme Court of India is vested
in
a. the President of India b. the Parliament
c. the Chief Justice of India d. the Law Commission
  
    
 Consider the following statements
1. Supreme Court’s power to issue writs is narrower than that of High Court.
2. A citizen is free to approach High Court as he chooses whenever his fundamental rights
are violated.
3. The law declared by the Supreme Court is binding on all courts throughout India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a. only 1 b. 1 and 2 c. 1, 2 and 3 d. 2 and 3

  
 
  

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   
   
 What is the provision to safeguard the autonomy of the Supreme Court of India?
1. While appointing the Supreme Court judges, the President of India has to consult CJL.
2. the SC judges can be removed by the CJI only.
3. The salaries of judges are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India to which the leg-
islature does not have to vote.
4. All appointments of officers and staffs of the SC are made by the Government only
after consulting CJI.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a. 1 and 3 only b. 3 and 4 only c. 3 only d. 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
  
  
SC CJI 

  
      
  

  

 
 SC CJI 

   

 



  
 The Jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of India may be enlarged by
a. Parliament by law
b. Parliament by resolution
c. The President
d. The President in consultation with the Chief Justice of India
 
 
 
 
 
 The Ordinances issued by the Governor are subject to the approval of the
a. State Legislature b. President
c. Central Government d. a & b

    

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 Which one of the following statement is correct?
a. In India, the same person cannot be appointed as Governor for two or more states at the
same time
b. The judges of the High Court of the States in India are appointed by the Governor of the
State just as the Judges of the Supreme Court are appointed by the President.
c. No procedure has been laid down in the Constitution of India for the removal of a
Governor from his/her post.
d. In the case of Union Territory having a legislative set-up, the Chief Minister is ap-
pointed by the Lt. Governor on the basis of majority support.
   
   
           
 
   
   
  

  
 Which of the following are the discretionary powers given to the Governor of the
State?

  
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1. Sending a report to the President of India for imposing the President’s Rule.
2. Appointing the Ministers

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3. Reserving certain bills passed by the State Legislature for consideration of the Presi-

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dent of India.
4. Making the rule to conduct the business of the State Government.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a. 1 and 2 b. 1 and 3 c. 2, 3 and 4 d. All of these
  
    

  
 
 
   
 Consider the following statements
1. As regards legislative powers, the Governor of the State is not a part of the State Legis-
lature
2. The Governor of a State has no emergency powers to meet the situation arising from
external aggression.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a. only 1 b. only 2 c. both 1 and 2 d. neither 1 nor 2

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  
      

   
   
 Consider the following statements with respect to Governor of a State
1. A Governor shall, notwithstanding to expiration of his term, continue to hold office
until his term, continue to hold office until his successor enters upon his office.
2. No persons shall be eligible for appointment as Governor unless he has completed the
age of thirty years.
3. The question whether any, and if so what, advice was tendered by Minister to the Gover-

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nor shall not be inquired into any court.

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Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

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a. 1, 2 and 3 b. 1 and 2 c. 1 and 3 d. only 3

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

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    


   

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   

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  
 Consider the following statements about Union-State relations:


1. In case of overlapping of a matter between the three kinds of subjects of legislations,

predominance has been given to the Union Legislation.
2. In the concurrent sphere, in the case of repugnancy between a Union and a State law
relating to the same subject, the former prevails, even if the State law was reserved for the
assent of the President and has received such assent.
3. The vesting of residual power under the Indian Constitution follows the precedent of
Canada and not that of the Government of India Act, 1935
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a. 1 and 2 b. 1 and 3 c. 2 and 3 d. 1, 2 and 3

  
   
        
  
   
 
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   
   
 If any directions are issued by the Union Government to a State and they have been
not compiled with, then which one of the following statements is correct?
a. It shall be presumed that the constitutional machinery in the State has failed as per
Article 365 of the Constitution
b. It shall be presumed that the state had law and order problem and action under Article
365 is required.
c. The Union Government can appoint advisors to help the Governor for performing his
functions
d. The Parliament may make laws for the State.
              
   
  

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    
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         

  

  
 Which
States?

of the following constitutional provisions facilitate Union control over


 
1. All India Services 2. Grants-in-aid
3. Inter-State Councils
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
a. 1 and 2 only b. 2 and 3 only c. 1 and 3 only d. 1, 2 and 3

 

 
 
 
 In case of the inconsistency between laws made by Parliament and the laws made
by the State Legislature, which one of the following shall prevail?
a. The law made by Parliament before the law made by the legislature of the State
b. The law made by Parliament after the law made by the legislature of State
c. The law made by Parliament before or after the law made by the legislature of State
d. The law made by legislature of State.
        

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     
    
     
   
 Consider the following statements
The executive power of the Union extends to giving of directions to a State in respect of
1. Construction and maintenance of means of communication of national or military im-
portance
2. Maintenance of law and order in the State
3. Protection of railways within the State
4. Protection of secular character of the country.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

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a. 1 and 2 b. 2 and 3 c. 1 and 3 d. 1,2,3 and 4


 
 
 
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  
 

 

 
  
 

the state list?

  

1. When a proclamation of national emergency is in place


 Under which of the following circumstances can the Union make laws on items in

2. To give effect to international agreement

3. When two or more states request the Parliament
4. To safeguard the interests of weaker sections and tribal communities
Select the correct answer using the codes given here:
a. 1 and 2 b. 3 and 4 c. 1, 3 and 4 d. 1, 2 and 3
  

 
  

 
   

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 The conditions of service of the members of the National Commission for SC’s are
determined by the:
a. Parliament of India b. President of India
c. Union Cabinet d. Consitution of India
     
   
  
 Which one of the following statements is not correct regarding the functions and
powers of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India?
a. He examines the accounts of the Union Government and submits his report to the Presi-
dent
b. He examines the accounts of the State Government and submits his report to the Gov-
ernors of the respective States
c. He has the power to exercises administrative control over the offices of the auditors
working in the States
d. In case either House of Parliament desires to have any information from his, it can do

  
so through the Public Accounts Committee

  
  


   

 
   
     


 


    


 In prescribing the form in which the accounts of the Union and the states are to be
kept, the Comptroller and Auditor General is expected to take approval of the
a. Parliament
b. Legislature of the state concerned and the Parliament
c. Finance Minister
d. The President of India
 

     
   
 As per the constitution, the Comptroller and Auditor General of India
a. can be removed only after completion of tenure
b. holds office at the pleasure of the President

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c. can be removed by Parliament by simple majority
d. can be removed by Parliament by special majority
 

  
 
 
 With reference of the Attorney General of India, consider the following statements:
1. He has the right to audience in all the courts of India
2. He can be nominated as a member of any committees of the Parliament
3. He can attend the proceedings of Parliament and can vote


Which of the statements given above is /are correct?
a. 1 and 2 only b. 2 and 3 only
  
  
c. 1 and 3 only

   d. 1, 2 and 3

 
   
 


   
 

  
 What are the differences between the officer of the Attorney General and Solicitor
General of India?
1. Attorney General is a constitutional body, while Solicitor General is not.
2. Solicitor General is subordinate to the Attorney General of India
3. The Attorney General advises the Government on legal matters only, while the Solicitor
General appears on behalf of the Union Government to fight cases in the courts.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
a. 1 and 2 b. 1 and 3 c. only 3 d. All of these
  

 
      
   
 
   
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 Consider the following statements with regard to the Advocate General of a State:
1. He holds office during the pleasure of the President of India.
2. He can take part in the proceedings of the State Legislative Assembly.
3. His salary is paid from the Consolidated Fund of India
4. He advises the State Government on legal matters.
Which of these is/are correct?
a. 2 and 4 b. only 3 c. only 1 d. 1, 2, 3 and 4

    
  
  
      
  
 
 Consider the following statements:


 


 
1. The mode of removal of a judge of a High Court in India is same as that of removal of a
Judge of the Supreme Court

 
2. After retirement from the office, a permanent judge of a High Court cannot plead or act
in any court or before any authority in India.
Which of the statement given above is/are correct?

 
 
a. 1 only b. 2 only c. Both 1 and 2 d. neither 1 nor 2

 

   
 
   
   
 Which of the following statements regarding the appointment of High Court judges
is incorrect?
1. Governor of a state is also consulted by the President in the appointment of the Chief
Justice of state and other judges of a High Court.
2. Chief Justice of India should consult two of his senior colleagues before advising the
President on appointment of High Court judges.
3. The minimum age required to be appointed as a judge of the High Court is 30
4. President cannot appoint a person as a High Court Judge, without the written suggestion
of the Chief Justice of India.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
a. 1 only b. 3 only c. 2 and 3 d. 1 and 4

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
     
  
      


    

 
   
 Which one of the following statements is not correct?
a. The Supreme Court can never over-rule itself.
b. A High Court can never over-rule itself.
c. Judgement of the Supreme Court bind the lower courts.
d. Judgements of a High Court do not bind the lower courts of the state.

  
   
  

  

   


 

 
 
 A Judge of the High Court can be removed from office during his tenure by;
a. The Governor, if the State Legislature passes a resolution to this effect by two-thirds
majority
b. The President, on the basis of a resolution passed by the Parliament by two-thirds ma-
jority
c. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, on the recommendation of the State Legislature
d. The Chief Justice of the High Court, on the recommendation of the State Legislature
  
   
  
 
 
 The Power of Judicial review means
a. The power of the courts to define and interpret constitution
b. The power of the courts to declare null and void any legislative or executive act, which
is against the provisions of the constitution.
c. The power of the judiciary of define and interpret laws.
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d. The power of the courts to legislate when there is no statutory provision.
  
 
               
 
 
   
 Match List I with List 2 and select the correct answer using the codes given below
List - 1 List-2
A. Steering Committee 1. Sardar Vallabhbai patel
B. Fundamental Rights Sub Committee 2. Dr. Rajendra Prasad
C. Union Constitution Committee 3. J.B. Kripalani
D. Provincial Constitution Committee

a.
A
2
B
3
C
4
D
1
4. Jawaharlal Nehru

b.
A
1
B


4
   C
3
D
2
c. 2 4 3 2

 
d. 1
 

  3 4 2

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
 


 
  

  

 
   
 
       


   
         
         
 What was the procedure followed for the adoption of the Constitution of India?
a. It was submitted to the people of India for ratification
b. It was submitted to the Governor-General for his assent
c. It was adopted with the interim government approved it.
d. It was adopted when it received the signature of the President and Members of the
Constituent Assembly.
 
 

  
  
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 Which of the following provision of the Constitution of India was/were given im-
mediate effect from November 26, 1949?
1. Citizenship 2. Emergency provisions
3. Elections 4. Federal System
Select the correct answer from the codes given below
a. only 1 b. 2 and 3 c. 1 and 4 d. 1 and 3
   
      
 
   
 ‘Economic Justice’ as one of the objectives of Indian Constitution has been pro-
vided in
a. The Preamble and Fundamental Rights
b. The Preamble and the Directive Principles of State Policy

  
c. The Fundamental Rights and the Directive Principles of State Policy
d. None of the above

 
   
    
   
 
 
 
    

 Which of the following are the significance of the Preamble to the Constitution
1. It specifies the objectives of Indian Constitution
2. It contains the date of enactment of the Constitution
3. It declares the ideals and aspiration of the Indian Citizen
4. It declares the nature of Indian nation.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a. 1 and 2 b. 1 and 3 c. 1, 2 and 3 d. All of these
 
  
 
  
   
 
   

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 Consider the following statements about the Preamble of the Constitution
1. The objectives resolution proposed by Pt Nehru ultimately became the Preamble.
2. It is not justifiable in nature
3. It cannot be amended
4. It cannot override the specific provisions of the Constitution
Which of the statements given above are correct?
a. 1 and 2 b. 1, 2 and 4 c. 1, 2 and 3 d. 2, 3 and 4
 
 



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 
  
   

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 Consider the following statements
1. Preamble is not a part of the Constitution

  
 
2. Preamble can be amended only by the procedure mentioned under the Article 368

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3. The words socialist, secular and integrity were added in 1976 to the Preamble.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
a. 1 and 2

 
b. 2 and 3

 
c. Only 1

 
d. All of these

   


   
 Consider the following words
1. Socialist 2. Democratic 3. Sovereign 4. Secular
Choose the response that gives the correct order in which these words occur in the Pre-
amble
a. 3, 1, 4, 2 b. 3, 4, 1, 2 c. 3, 4, 2, 1 d. 4, 2, 1, 3

    
  
   

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 Fraternity as mentioned by the Preamble is promoted by the Constitution through:
1. Single Citizenship 2. Fundamental Duties
3. Fundamental Rights
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
a. 1 and 3 b. 1 and 2 c. 2 and 3 d. All of these
  
       
 
   
 The Union of India includes which of the following
1. States 2. Union Territories 3. Territories acquired by India
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
a. only 1 b. 1 and 3 c. 1 and 2
 

d. All of these

   

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 
  

   
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 Under Article 3, which power does the Parliament have in relation to the forma-
tion of a new state?


 
1. It can increase the area of any state.
2. It cannot diminish the area of any new state
3. It can alter the name of any state
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
a. 1 and 2 b. 2 and 3 c. 1 and 3 d. All of these
   
  
 
  
 
   
 Consider the following statements
1. Union of India comprises State and Union Territories of India
2. Territory of India comprises States and Union Territories of India
3. Union of India includes the States which are members of the Federal system.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
a. 1 and 2 b. only 2 c. 2 and 3 d. Only 3

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     
       
  
   
   
 The Constitution empowers the Parliament to
1. Change the names of the states
2. To admit new territories
3. To secede or transfer territories
Which of the above provision/s is/are correct?
a. 2 only b. 1 and 2 c. 2 and 3 d. 1, 2 and 3
  

  

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   
  

  
 

 

 Which of the following are the methods of acquiring citizenship in India?
1. By birth 2. By naturalization


Identify the correct code:

a. All the above  
3. By incorporation of territory

b. 1, 2 and 4
  
4. By registration

c. 2, 3 and 4 d. 1, 3 and 4

  

    
 
   
 Consider the following statements
1. The National Register of Citizen was prepared in 1951 following the 1951 census.
2. The National Register of Citizens update is being carried out in Assam as per a Supreme
Court order in 2013
a. 1 only b. 2 only c. both 1 and 2 d. none of the above
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  
  
    
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 Consider the following statements regarding the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PDB)
1. Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is celebrated in India on 9th January each year
2. It commemorates the return of Mahatma Gandhi from South Africa to India
3. To celebrate Pravasi Bharatiya Divas was taken in accordance with recommendations of
committee on the Indian diaspore under chairmanship of Dr. LM Singh
4. It is a platform to the overseas Indian Community to engage with the Government of
India for mutual beneficial activities.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
a. 1 and 2 b. 1, 2 and 4 c. 2, 3 and 4 d. All of these
PDB 
 

      


  
    


 

 
  
 

India?

  
 


 Which among the following has the power to regulate the right of citizenship in

 
a. The Union Cabinet b. The Parliament
c. The Supreme Court d. The Law Commission
  
    
 Consider the following statements
1. NRI, PIO and OCI are different categories of Indian living in another country
2. NRIs are Indian citizens while PIO and OCI are not Indian Citizens
Which of the above statement/s is/are correct
a. 1 only b. 2 only c. both 1 and 2 d. none of the above
 
NRI, PIOOCI 
NRIPIOOCI
   
    
 Which of the following safeguard is not available to a person accused of a crime?
a. Right to be informed immediately about the grounds of arrest
b. Right to contact a lawyer

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c. Right not to be bodily searched
d. Right not to be witness against himself
  
  

  
   
 Doctrine of Public Trust is related to
a. Governance b. Protective discrimination
c. Environment d. International relations

   
 No one ought to be punished twice for the same offence is based on the
a. Doctrine of repugnancy
c. Doctrine of Eclipse
  
b. Doctrine of double jeopardy


d. Doctrine of Severability



  


 Art 20(3) is against
a. Testimonial compulsion
   

b. Judicial review
c. State atrocities
 
 
 

d. State in action


 
 Which one of the following features of the Fundamental Rights under Indian Con-
stitution is not correct?
a. They are above ordinary laws b. They are absolute
c. They are justifiable d. They are six in number
   
   
 
 Which of the following rights are construed to be a part of Right to Freedom of
Speech and Expression?
1. Right to know 2. Right to Freedom of Press
3. Right to Silence
Identify the correct code
a. 2 only b. 1 and 2 c. 1 only d. 1, 2 and 3

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 
  


   
 Freedom of profession, practice and propagation of religion is restricted on which
of the following grounds in the Constitution
1. Public order 2. Morality
3. Health 4. Sovereignty and integrity of India
5. Decency
Identify the correct code
a. 1, 2 and 3 b. 2, 4 and 5 c. 1, 2 and 3 d. 1, 3 and 5
        

   

  



  
 

 

 
   

 
 Which one of the following rights is considered to be the most essential ingredient
of democracy?
a. Right to form Associations b. Right to Assemble
c. Right to Freedom of Speech and Expression d. Right to Freedom of Movement
  
  
 
 The Constitution bans
1. The state from conferring titles
2. An alien working under the State from accepting any title from a foreign state without
the consent of the President of India
3. Citizen of India from accepting a title from a foreign state.
Which of these statements is/are correct?
a. 1 only b. 2 and 3 c. 1 and 2 d. 1, 2 and 3

 
    

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  
   
 Consider the following
1. Constitution defined untouchability as a social disability imposed on certain classes by
reason of birth in certain caste
2. Right against discrimination enforces abolition on untouchability
Which of these statements is/are incorrect?
a. 1 only b. 2 only c. both 1 and 2 d. neither 1 nor 2

    
  
 
  
 
 Rule of Law indicate that
 

  
1. Law is supreme
3. Like should be treated alike

  
2. No man is above law

Identify the correct code:

a. 1 only b. 2 only
 
  c. 1 and 2 d. 1, 2 and 3

  


 

 



 
 Freedom of movement is restricted under the constitution
a. Throughout India b. Tribal Areas
c. Distributed Areas d. Ecologically Sensitive areas

  
    
 The right to equality
a. Prevents the state from making special provisions for women, children and backward
classes
b. Permits the state to make discrimination on ground of residence
c. Permits the state to make special provisions for women, children and backward classes
d. Permits the state of nationalize all means of production and distribution

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 
    
 

     

   
 Consider the following statements about fundamental rights. Which among them
is incorrect?
a. Fundamental rights limit the power of the state
b. Fundamental rights are justifiable and absolute in nature
c. Fundamental rights are negatively worded.
d. Fundamental rights guarantee certain freedoms and rights to people

 

  
    
 

  

  
 Consider the following


 
1. Constitution of India defines a minority as a non-dominant group
2. In recognise both religious and linguistic minorities.
Which of the above is/are incorrect?
a. 1 only b. 2 only c. both 1 and 2 d. neither 1 nor 2

 
   

   
 Which of the following is correct with regard to memorandum of procedure
a. This procedure relates to appointment of judges of Supreme Court and High Court -
correspondence between Government and Supreme Court
b. This was developed by Supreme Court in 1998
c. It is an extra constitutional device
d. all the above are correct
   
 
  
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 

 Who of the following Chief Justice of the Supreme Court who resigned from the
office in order to contest in the Presidential elections
a. Justice Koka Subbarao b. Justice V.Y. Chandrachud
c. Justice H.J. Kania d. Justice Pathanjali Sastry
         

      
      
 Consider the following statements
1. Justice D.Y. Chadra Chud will be the next Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.
2. Incombent Chief Justice nominates the name of the next Chief Justice of the Supreme
Court.

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3. No special qualification and procedure laid in the constitution with regard to appoint-
ment of Chief Justice of India

  
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4. Collegium system with regard to appointment of Judges of Supreme Court and High
Court is an extra constitutional device
a. 1, 2 b. 1, 2, 3 c. 2, 3, 4

  d. All the above

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 
    
     
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          
  
 
   
   
KEY
1. a 2. b 3. d 4. b 5. c 6. d 7. c 8. b 9. c 10. a
11. a 12. a 13. c 14. b 15. b 16. c 17. b 18. a 19. d 20. c
21. c 22. d 23. b 24. c 25. d 26. d 27. a 28. a 29. a 30. a
31. b 32. d 33. b 34. b 35. a 36. d 37. d 38. b 39. d 40. b
41. b 42. a 43. b 44. a 45. c 46. c 47. b 48. a 49. c 50. d
51. b 52. c 53. c 54. c 55. b 56. a 57. b 58. d 59. a 60. c
61. d 62. d 63. d 64. a 65. c 66. b 67. b 68. d 69. a 70. d

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