SST, CH-16

Question 1

What is the supreme law of India?

Answer 1

The Constitution of India.

Question 2

True or False: The Constitution was adopted on January 26, 1950.

Answer 2

True.

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The Constitution of India provides for a __________ government.

Answer 3

democratic.

Question 4

What is the purpose of the Preamble in the Constitution?

Answer 4

To outline the objectives and guiding principles of the Constitution.

Question 5

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Indian Constitution? A) Federalism B) Unitary system C) Parliamentary system

Answer 5

B) Unitary system.

Question 6

What is meant by ‘Fundamental Rights’ in the Constitution?

Answer 6

Basic human rights guaranteed to all citizens.

Question 7

True or False: The Constitution allows for the amendment of its provisions.

Answer 7

True.

Question 8

What are ‘Directive Principles of State Policy’?

Answer 8

Guidelines for the framing of laws by the government.

Question 9

Fill in the blank: The Constitution of India establishes a __________ judiciary.

Answer 9

independent.

Question 10

Multiple Choice: Which article of the Constitution deals with the Right to Equality? A) Article 14 B) Article 19 C) Article 21

Answer 10

A) Article 14.

Question 11

What is the significance of the ‘Right to Education’ in the Constitution?

Answer 11

It mandates free and compulsory education for children aged 6 to 14.

Question 12

True or False: The Constitution is the longest written constitution in the world.

Answer 12

True.

Question 13

What does ‘Sovereign’ mean in the context of the Indian Constitution?

Answer 13

India is free to govern itself without external interference.

Question 14

Fill in the blank: The Constitution provides for a __________ system of governance.

Answer 14

parliamentary.

Question 15

Multiple Choice: Which body has the power to amend the Constitution? A) The President B) The Parliament C) The Supreme Court

Answer 15

B) The Parliament.

Question 16

What is the role of the President of India as per the Constitution?

Answer 16

The ceremonial head of state and the supreme commander of the armed forces.

Question 17

True or False: The Constitution guarantees freedom of speech and expression.

Answer 17

True.

Question 18

What are the three branches of government established by the Constitution?

Answer 18

Executive, Legislative, and Judicial.

Question 19

Fill in the blank: The Constitution ensures justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity to all __________.

Answer 19

citizens.

Question 20

Multiple Choice: Which article provides for the Right to Constitutional Remedies? A) Article 32 B) Article 21 C) Article 19

Answer 20

A) Article 32.

Question 21

What does the term ‘writ’ refer to in the context of the Constitution?

Answer 21

A formal order issued by a court.

Question 22

True or False: The Constitution can be amended by a simple majority in Parliament.

Answer 22

False.

Question 23

What is the significance of the ‘Fundamental Duties’ listed in the Constitution?

Answer 23

They outline the moral obligations of citizens to promote harmony and national integrity.

Question 24

Fill in the blank: The Constitution was drafted by the __________ Assembly.

Answer 24

Constituent.

Question 25

Multiple Choice: Which of the following rights is NOT a Fundamental Right? A) Right to Equality B) Right to Work C) Right to Freedom

Answer 25

B) Right to Work.

Question 26

What does 'Secular' mean in the context of the Indian Constitution?

Answer 26

The state treats all religions equally and does not favor any religion.

Question 27

True or False: The Constitution is a living document that can evolve over time.

Answer 27

True.

Question 28

What is the role of the Supreme Court as per the Constitution?

Answer 28

To interpret the Constitution and protect Fundamental Rights.

Question 29

Fill in the blank: The Constitution establishes a __________ system of governance.

Answer 29

federal.

Question 30

Multiple Choice: Which article deals with the distribution of powers between the Centre and the States? A) Article 246 B) Article 14 C) Article 19

Answer 30

A) Article 246.

Question 31

What does 'Political Justice' mean as stated in the Preamble?

Answer 31

The right to participate in the political process and have a say in governance.

Question 32

True or False: The Constitution provides for an independent Election Commission.

Answer 32

True.

Question 33

What is the significance of 'social justice' in the Constitution?

Answer 33

It aims to reduce inequalities and ensure fair treatment for all citizens.

Question 34

Fill in the blank: The Constitution of India is a __________ document.

Answer 34

written.

Question 35

Multiple Choice: Which article in the Constitution guarantees the right to life and personal liberty? A) Article 21 B) Article 19 C) Article 14

Answer 35

A) Article 21.

Question 36

What is the main objective of the Constitution?

Answer 36

To establish the framework for governance and define the rights and duties of citizens.