Questions for the Day:

Try these Mains Questions :

Q: Discuss the meaning of “breakdown of constitutional machinery”. What are its effects? (10)

Q: What are the essentials of true federation? Analyze the nature of the Indian federation? (15)

Try these Prelims Questions :

Q1. Under the doctrine of Original Jurisdiction, the Supreme Court decides the disputes between different units of Indian Federation. Which of the following are covered under the said jurisdiction?

1. Dispute between the Centre and Union Territories

2. Dispute between the Centre and States

Select the correct answer using the code given below

A 1 only

B 2 only

C Both 1 and 2

D None of them 

Q2.  Which of the following statements are correct regarding 7^th schedule?
1.Where there is a conflict between the Concurrent List and the State List, it is the former that should prevail.
2.In case of a conflict between the Central law and the state law on a subject enumerated in the Concurrent List, the Central law prevails over the state law.
3.If the state law has been reserved for the consideration of the president and has received his assent, then the state law prevails in that state.

4. If a subject lies in none of the list of 7^th schedule, both Union and state are free to make laws over it.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

A 1, 2 and 3 only

B 2, 3 and 4only

C 1,3 and 4only

D All of them 

Q3. The Parliament can make any law for whole or any part of India for implementing international treaties

(a) with the consent of all the States

(b) with the consent of the majority of States

(c) with the consent of the States concerned

(d) without the consent of any State

Q4. Consider the following statements with reference to Zonal Councils:

1. They were formed on the recommendation of Sarkaria Commission for better coordination between states.
2. Chief Ministers occupy the position of Vice Chairperson on rotation basis.

Which of the statements mentioned above is/are correct?

A 1 only

B 2 only

C Both 1 and 2

D Neither 1 nor 2

Q5. Which of the following statements regarding Inter-State Council is/are correct?

1. The Parliament defines the nature of duties to be performed by the Council.
2. It can deal with any controversy whether legal or non-legal.
3. Its function is advisory in nature.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

A 1 only

B 2 and 3 only

C 1 and 3 only

D 1, 2 and 3

Q6. With reference to Financial Emergency in India, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. Under Article 360 Parliament is empowered to proclaim a financial emergency when the financial stability or credit of India or any part of its territory is threatened
2. During Financial Emergency, the President may issue directions for the reduction of salaries and allowances the judges of Supreme Court while the Governor can do the same for judges of High Court.

Select the correct answer from the code given below:

A 1 only

B 2 only

C Both 1 and 2

D Neither 1 nor 2

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Questions for the Day:

Try these Mains Questions :

Q: Discuss the major extra constitutional factors influencing the federal polity in India. (10)

Q: Kesavananda Bharati case holds a very important place in making Indian Constitution a “living document”. Elaborate. In this context, also examine the significance of Basic Structure Doctrine in Indian Constitution. (15)

Try these Prelims Questions :

Q1. Consider the following statements

1. An amendment to the Constitution of India can be initiated by an introduction of a bill in the Lok Sabha only.

2. If such an amendment seeks to make changes in the federal character of the Constitution, the amendment also requires to be ratified by the legislature of all the States of India.

3. An amendment to the Constitution of India cannot be called into question by the Supreme Court of India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 3only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 1 and 2 only 

(d) None of them

Q2. Consider the following statements related to Article 368 of the Constitution:

1. A Constitutional Amendment Bill can be passed at a joint session of Parliament in case of deadlock between the two Houses.

2. It is obligatory for the President of India to give his assent to a Constitutional Amendment Bill passed under Article 368.

3. To amend 7th Schedule of the Constitution, ratification of more than half of the State legislature is essential.

4. To Take away any the fundamental rights

Which of these are correct ?

(a) 1 and 2

(b) 1 and 3

(c) 2 and 3 and 4

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Q3. Consider the following statements about the basic Structure doctrine: 

1. A Constitutional amendment inserting a regulation in the Ninth Schedule cannot be challenged on the ground of violation of basic structure of the Constitution.

2. Any Constitutional amendment by Parliament cannot be successfully challenged unless it affects the basic structure of the Constitution.

3. All fundamental Rights form the basic  structure, hence can’t be taken away. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) Only 1 and 2

(b) Only 2 and 3

(c) Both 1 and 3

(d) None of them 

Q4. Which of the following given below are the features of the parliamentary government in India?
1. Presence of nominal and real executives
2. Leadership of the prime minister or the chief minister
3. Dissolution of the upper and lower Houses 

4. Separation of powers between executive and legislature

Select the correct answer using the codes given below
A. 1 ,2 and 3only

B. 2 ,3 and 4 only

C. 1 and 2 only

D. All of them.

 Q5. In the context of India, which of the following principles is/are implied institutionally in the parliamentary  Government?

1. Members of the Cabinet are Members of the Parliament.
2. Ministers hold the office till they enjoy confidence in the Parliament.
3. The Cabinet is headed by the Head of the State.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 3 only

(c) 2 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Q6. The presidential system operates on the principle of

(a) Division of powers

(b) Separation of powers

(c) Fusion of powers

(d) Balance of powers

Q7. Which of the following are true of presidential system of

Government?

(1) President is both Head of the State and Head of the

Government.

(2) It is based on separation of powers.

(3) President’s term of office is fixed.

(4) Secretaries are responsible to the President as well as to the Senate.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) (1), (2) and (3)

(b) All of them

(c) (1), (2), and (4)

(d) (1), (3), and (4)

Q8. Which of the following given below explain the differences between Federal Government and Unitary Government?
1. In federal government, the constitution is written while it may be written or unwritten in unitary government.
2. There is supremacy of the Constitution in federal government while in unitary government Constitution may or may not be supreme. 

3. In federalism, there is horizontal division of powers, while in Unitary system, all powers are concentrated at center.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
A. 1 and 2only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. All of them

D. 1 and 3 only

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Questions for the Day:

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Q: Discuss the constitutional provisions relating to the non justiciable directives binding upon the states. (10)

Q: ‘Essentially all that is contained in Part IV A of the constitution is just a codification of tasks integral to the Indian way of life.’ Critically discuss. (15 Marks)

Try these Prelims Questions :

Q1. Which of the following statements given below is/are correct?
1. While Fundamental Rights aim at establishing political democracy in the country, the DPSPs aim at establishing social and economic democracy in the country. 

2. While Fundamental Rights have legal sanctions, the DPSPs have moral and political sanctions. 

3. DPSPs can get priority over Fundamental rights if it is in interest of economic rights of people.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

A. 1 and 2only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1 and 3 only

D. All of them

Q2. Consider the following statements:

With reference to the Constitution of India, the Directive Principles of State Policy constitute limitations upon

1. legislative function.

2. executive function.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q3. Which of the following DPSPs given below were not originally present in the constitution and were added subsequently?
1. Provide free Legal aid to poor
2. To take steps to secure the participation of workers in the management of industries
3. To protect and improve the environment and to safeguard forests and wild life 

4. Provision for early childhood care and education to children below the age of six years

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

A. 1, 2 and 2 only

B. 2 ,3 and 4 only

C. 1, 3  and 4 only

D. All of them

Q4. Which of the following is/are among Directive Principles of State Policy?

1. The State shall strive to promote science and technology for development.

2. The State shall endeavor to secure for citizens a Uniform Civil Code throughout India.

3. The State shall try to develop population policy and family

planning programmes.

4. The State shall take steps to promote tourism.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

(a) 1 and 3

(b) 2 and 4

(c) 2 only

(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q5. Consider the following statements about Fundamental duties:

1. Have always been a part of the Constitution of India

2. Have been added through an amendment

3. Sawaran Singh committee recommended fundamental duties to be mandatory on all citizens of India

4. Enjoyment of rights under Part-iv is dependent on obedience to fundamental duties

Which of these statements is/are correct?

(a) Only 1 and 3

(b) Only 3 and 4

(c) Only 2

(d) Only 2 and 4

Q6. Consider the following statements:

The fundamental duties provided in the constitution are:

1. To protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India

2. To safeguard private property

3. To protect and improve the natural environment 

Of these statements:

(a) 1, 2 and 3 are correct

(b) 1 and 2 are correct

(c) 2 and 3 are correct

(d) 1 and 3 are correct

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Questions for the Day:

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Q: ‘‘As we live in a pluralistic society we need the greatest freedom to express our opinion even if others find it offensive.’ Do you agree? (15)

Q: Article 15(1) of the Constitution of India prohibits the state from discriminating against individuals on the basis of certain protected characteristics. But it does not bar private individuals or institutions from doing what the state is not permitted to. In light of this, discuss the need for anti-discrimination law in India and its provisions. (10 Marks)

Try these Prelims Questions :

Q1. Which of the following fundamental rights are available only to the citizens of India?

1. Article 14
2. Article 16 
3. Article 24
4. Article 25 

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

A. 1, 2 and 3 only

B. 1, 3 and 4 only

C. 2 only 

D. All of the above

Q2. Which of the statements given below about the Fundamental Rights is/are correct?

1. They are meant for promoting the ideal of political democracy.
2. They protect the liberties and freedoms of the people against the invasion by the State.
3. They aim at establishing a government of men and not of laws.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

A. 1 and 2 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1 and 3 only

D. 1, 2 and 3

Q3. What do you understand by ‘Equality before Law’?

1. The absence of special privileges to any person.
2. The like should be treated alike without any discrimination.
3. No person is above the law.

4. It is component of Rule of Law

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1 and 4 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1 and 3 only

D. 1, 3 and 4 only

Q 4. Consider the following statements about the Preamble of the Constitution and state which of them are correct with the help of given codes

1. State legislatures shall have the power to modify the application of the fundamental rights to the members of Police Forces so as to ensure the proper discharge of their duties.

2. The state legislature may enact a law stating that certain jobs can only be filled by applicants who are domiciled in the area.

Which of the above statements state the limitations upon the enforcement of the Fundamental Rights?

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

Q 5. Which of the following statements are correct about the Indian Constitution?

1. Ninth schedule was added by the 1st Constitutional Amendment Act.

2. In I.R. Coelho case (2007), the Supreme Court removed immunity of Ninth Schedule from Judicial Review.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

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