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 Prelims Practice MCQs

Q.1 The preamble to our constitution provides liberty to which of the following?
1. Expression
2. Belief
3. Faith
4. Worship
5. Thought
Select the correct answer using the code given below-
(a) 1, 2, 3 and 5 only
(b) 2, 3, 4 and 5 only
(c) 1, 3, 4 and 5 only
(d) All the above

Q.2 Which of the following are considered main features of the Rule of Law according to Dicey?
1. Law does not recognize any special rights for any individual or group of individuals.
2. None is punished without proper trial.
3. Rule of Law safeguards and advances the political and civil rights of the individual in a
free society.
4. All individuals are subject to the same set of laws and regulations.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) Only 1 is correct.
(b) Only 2 are correct.
(c) Only 3 is correct.
(d) All are correct.

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Q.3 Consider the following statements:
1. A constitutional government places effective restrictions on individual liberty in the
interest of State Authority.
2. A constitutional government places effective restrictions on the Authority of the State in
the interest of individual liberty.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q.4 Which of the following is not a feature of the basic structure of the Constitution of India?
(a) Supremacy of the Constitution
(b) Republican and democratic form of government
(c) Secular character of the Constitution
(d) Sovereign power of the Parliament

Q.5 Which of the following are true about the ‘Freedom of Expression’ as per Indian
Constitution?
1. It includes the freedom to express opinions without interference.
2. It allows freedom of press.
3. It is subject to reasonable restrictions for preserving public order.
4. It includes the freedom to disobey the law.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) Only 1 is correct
(b) Only 2 are correct

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 (c) Only 3 are correct
(d) All are correct

Q.6 Which one of the following is not a correct feature of a federal system?
(a) Division of powers between the Centre and States
(b) Supremacy of the Constitution
(c) Supremacy of the State Legislature
(d) Independence of the judiciary

Q.7 Which of the following best describes the term 'Liberty' as per Indian Constitution?
(a) Absence of restraint
(b) Protection against the tyranny of political rulers
(c) Opportunity to do whatever one likes
(d) Opportunity to develop oneself fully

Q.8 Which of the following are features of the Parliamentary form of government in India?
1. Collective responsibility of the Executive to the Legislature.
2. Real executive authority vested in the President.
3. Majority party rule.
4. Membership of the ministers in the Legislature.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1, 2, and 3 only
(b) 1, 3, and 4 only
(c) 2 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3, and 4

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Q.9 Consider the following statements regarding the ‘Doctrine of Basic Structure’:
1. It was propounded by the Supreme Court of India.
2. It ensures the Parliament can amend the Constitution without any limitations.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q.10 Which of the following fundamental rights is not available to foreigners?

(a) Article 21
(b) Article 19
(c) Article 24
(d) Article 18

Q.11 Which of the following is not a fundamental right under the Indian Constitution?
(a) Right to Equality
(b) Right to Property
(c) Right to Freedom
(d) Right against Exploitation

Q.12 Which schedule of the Indian Constitution deals with the allocation of powers and
functions between the Union and the States?
(a) Fifth Schedule
(b) Sixth Schedule
(c) Seventh Schedule
(d) Eighth Schedule

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 Prelims MCQs Solutions

1) Answer: d
Exp: The preamble to our constitution provides LIBERTY of thought, expression, belief,
faith, and worship.

2) Answer: d
Exp: All four are main features of the Rule of Law according to Dicey. Law does not recognize
any special rights for any individual or group of individuals, none is punished without proper
trial, rule of Law safeguards and advances the political and civil rights of the individual in a free
society and all individuals are subject to the same set of laws and regulations.

3) Answer: b
Exp: Statement 1 is incorrect. This statement suggests that the primary function of a
constitutional government is to limit individual freedoms to empower the state. This is not
accurate as the main objective of a constitutional government is not to restrict individual liberties
but to safeguard them.

4) Answer: d
Exp: While the Parliament of India has significant legislative powers, its sovereignty is not
absolute. It is subject to the supremacy of the Constitution and the judicial review power of the
courts. Therefore, the sovereign power of the Parliament is not considered a feature of the basic
structure since it is limited by the Constitution itself.

5) Answer: c
Exp: Statement 4 is incorrect. Freedom of expression does not extend to the right to disobey the
law. All freedoms under Article 19 are subject to reasonable restrictions as provided by law.

6) Answer: c

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Exp: Option c is correct because, in a federal system, the state legislature does not hold
supremacy. Instead, the supremacy belongs to the Constitution, which ensures a balance of
power and proper functioning of both central and state governments.

7) Answer: d
Exp: Opportunity to develop oneself fully is correct because it aligns with the broader and more
constructive understanding of liberty, which includes not just freedom from interference but also
the positive conditions necessary for personal growth and development.

8) Answer: b
Exp: Only statement 2 is incorrect. In the Indian parliamentary system, the President is the
nominal executive or the ceremonial head of state, while the real executive authority is vested in
the Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers.

9) Answer: a
Exp: Statement 2 is incorrect. The Doctrine of Basic Structure precisely ensures that there are
limitations on the power of the Parliament to amend the Constitution. It prevents the Parliament
from altering the fundamental framework or essential features of the Constitution, thereby
maintaining its core principles and values.

10) Answer b
Exp: The fundamental rights are available to citizens and foreigners but there are five
fundamental rights like articles 15, 16, 19, 29 and 30 which are not available to foreigners.

11) Answer: b
Exp: The Right to Property was originally a fundamental right under Article 31 but was
removed by the 44th Amendment Act of 1978 and made a legal right under Article 300A.

12) Answer: c

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Exp: The Seventh Schedule of the Indian Constitution deals with the division of powers and
functions between the Union and the States through three lists: the Union List, the State List, and
the Concurrent List .

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 Mains Level 1 Answer Writing
Q.1) Discuss the role of Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution. (10
marks, 150 words)

Model Structure
Introduction
● The Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) are guidelines set forth in Part IV of the
Indian Constitution. They aim to establish social and economic democracy and guide the
State in creating policies to achieve social justice and welfare for all citizens.

Main Body
● Some of the features include-
○ Taken from various sources like the UK, USA, Japanese, South African,
Australian, French etc.
○ Blend of rigidity and flexibility which has resulted in many amendments.
○ Parliamentary form of government from British polity which include cooperation
and coordination between legislative and executive organs.
○ Synthesis of constitutional sovereignty and judicial supremacy. Unlike Britain
where parliament is sovereign, in India the constitution is sovereign and supreme.
○ Federal system with unitary bias like division of powers, independent judiciary,
bicameralism, supremacy of constitution etc.
○ Integrated and independent judiciary. Integrated judiciary means that courts at all
levels are hierarchical and independent judiciary means that there are mechanisms
which ensure the judiciary is not compromised.
○ Universal Adult Franchise which has been provided since the commencement of
the constitution.
○ Fundamental rights, directive principles and fundamental duties.

Conclusion
● Thus it can be said that the constitution of India is an organic and growing document
which is still growing due to progressive amendments.

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