Parliament Flashcards
(27 cards)
What is the supreme law of India?
The Constitution of India
True or False: The Preamble of the Indian Constitution is a part of the Constitution.
True
Fill in the blank: The Constitution of India was adopted on ______.
26th January 1950
Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the Right to Equality?
Article 14
What are the Fundamental Rights guaranteed by the Constitution of India?
Right to Equality, Right to Freedom, Right against Exploitation, Right to Freedom of Religion, Cultural and Educational Rights, Right to Constitutional Remedies
Multiple Choice: Which Article provides for the abolition of untouchability? A) Article 17 B) Article 19 C) Article 21
A) Article 17
What is the minimum age for voting in India?
18 years
True or False: The Indian Constitution provides for a single citizenship.
True
Which part of the Constitution contains the Directive Principles of State Policy?
Part IV
Fill in the blank: The President of India is elected by an ______ electoral college.
indirect
What is the term length for a Member of the Lok Sabha?
5 years
Multiple Choice: Which Article of the Constitution relates to the appointment of the Prime Minister? A) Article 75 B) Article 80 C) Article 83
A) Article 75
What is the highest court in India?
The Supreme Court of India
True or False: The Governor of a state is the executive head of the state.
True
Which article provides for the establishment of the Finance Commission?
Article 280
Fill in the blank: The Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution by the ______ Amendment.
42nd
What is the primary function of the Rajya Sabha?
To represent the states and union territories in the Parliament
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a Fundamental Right? A) Right to Education B) Right to Work C) Right to Privacy
B) Right to Work
What is the composition of the Lok Sabha?
Maximum 552 members, including 530 from states, 20 from Union territories, and 2 nominated by the President
True or False: The Indian Constitution allows for the suspension of Fundamental Rights during a national emergency.
True
Which article of the Constitution provides for the right to constitutional remedies?
Article 32
Fill in the blank: The Directive Principles of State Policy aim to create a ______ state.
welfare
What is the role of the Election Commission in India?
To administer election processes in India
Multiple Choice: Which Article deals with the disqualification of MPs and MLAs? A) Article 101 B) Article 102 C) Article 103
B) Article 102