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Which of these is a Fundamental Right in India?
Right to property
Right to education
Right to work
Right to own a house
Correct Answer: B — Right to education
Explanation:
The Right to Education is a Fundamental Right in India. It ensures free and compulsory education for children aged 6 to 14 years.
What is the role of the Parliament in India?
To implement laws
To interpret laws
To enforce laws
To make and amend laws
Correct Answer: D — To make and amend laws
Explanation:
The Parliament is responsible for making, debating, and amending laws. It plays a key role in shaping India's legal framework and governance.
Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Indian Constitution?
Secularism
Democracy
Dictatorship
Republic
Correct Answer: C — Dictatorship
Explanation:
The Indian Constitution establishes India as a secular, democratic republic. It rejects dictatorship and provides for the people's rule through elected representatives.
What is federalism?
A system where the central government has full power
A system of governance in which power is shared between central and state governments
A form of government controlled by a single leader
A system of government with no power division
Correct Answer: B — A system of governance in which power is shared between central and state governments
Explanation:
Federalism divides the powers between central and state governments. This ensures that both levels of government share authority, giving autonomy to states.
Which house of Parliament is elected directly by the people?
Lok Sabha
Vidhan Sabha
Rajya Sabha
Vidhan Parishad
Correct Answer: A — Lok Sabha
Explanation:
The Lok Sabha, or House of the People, is directly elected by Indian citizens through general elections. Its members represent the people in Parliament.
Who is responsible for enforcing laws in India?
The President
The Citizens
The Judiciary
The Parliament
Correct Answer: C — The Judiciary
Explanation:
The Judiciary interprets and enforces laws. Courts play a vital role in upholding justice and ensuring laws are applied fairly.
Which of the following is a feature of a secular state?
State encourages people to follow one religion
State promotes a particular religion
State controls religious practices
State treats all religions equally
Correct Answer: D — State treats all religions equally
Explanation:
In a secular state, all religions are treated equally. The government does not favor or impose any specific religion on its citizens.
What is the purpose of Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution?
To control the economy
To protect citizens' freedoms and rights
To manage public services
To give the government full control
Correct Answer: B — To protect citizens' freedoms and rights
Explanation:
Fundamental Rights guarantee freedoms such as the right to speech, equality before the law, and protection from discrimination. They help safeguard citizens' personal liberties.
What does 'secularism' mean?
Having a state religion
Religious diversity in government
The separation of religion from the government
Favoring one religion over others
Correct Answer: C — The separation of religion from the government
Explanation:
Secularism means the government is neutral toward all religions. It ensures that no religion is favored by the state and everyone is free to practice their faith.
In which year was the Indian Constitution adopted?
1949
1948
1947
1950
Correct Answer: A — 1949
Explanation:
The Indian Constitution was adopted on 26th November 1949. It came into effect on 26th January 1950, marking the birth of India as a republic.
Who is the father of the Indian Constitution?
Jawaharlal Nehru
Mahatma Gandhi
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Sardar Patel
Correct Answer: C — Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Explanation:
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar played a major role in drafting the Indian Constitution. He is recognized as its principal architect, ensuring it reflects justice and equality for all.
What is the main purpose of a constitution?
To create laws
To define the powers and duties of government
To distribute resources
To form a government
Correct Answer: B — To define the powers and duties of government
Explanation:
A constitution outlines how the government operates. It specifies the powers of different branches and sets rules for governance to maintain order and fairness.
