Polity, Constitution, UPSC PYQ

Consider the following statements:
1. The Constitution of India defines its �basic structure� in terms of federalism, secularism, fundamental rights and democracy.
2. The Constitution of India provides for �judicial review� to safeguard the citizens� liberties and to preserve the ideals on which the Constitution is based.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

Constitutional government means

a representative government of a nation with federal structure

a government whose Head enjoys nominal powers

a government whose Head enjoys real powers

a government limited by the terms of the Constitution

Consider the following statements:
1. A bill amending the Constitution requires a prior recommendation of the President of India.
2. When a Constitution Amendment Bill is presented to the President of India, it is obligatory for the President of India to give his/her assent.
3. A Constitution Amendment Bill must be passed by both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha by a special majority and there is no provision for joint sitting.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1 and 2 only

2 and 3 only

1 and 3 only

1, 2 and 3

A constitutional government by definition is a

government by legislature

popular government

multi-party government

limited government

The Preamble to the Constitution of India is

a part of the Constitution but has no legal effect

not a part of the Constitution and has no legal effect eithe

part of the Constitution and has the same legal effect as any other part

a part of the Constitution but has no legal effect independently of other parts

Consider the following statements in
respect of the Constitution Day :

Statement-I :
The Constitution Day is celebrated on 26th November every year to promote constitutional values among citizens.

Statement-II :
On 26th November, 1949, the Constituent Assembly of India set up a Drafting Committee under the Chairmanship of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
to prepare a Draft Constitution of India.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I

Both Statement-I and Statement-II ate correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I

Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect

Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

In the Government of India Act 1919, the functions of Provincial Government were divided into
"Reserved" and "Transferred" subjects. Which of the following were treated as "Reserved" subjects?

1. Administration of Justice
2. Local Self-Government
3. Land Revenue
4. Police

Select the correct answer using the code given below

1, 2 and 3

2, 3 and 4

1, 3 and 4

1, 2 and 4

Which one of the following statements best reflects the Chief purpose of the 'Constitution' of a country?

It determines the objective for the making of necessary laws.

It enables the creation of political offices and a government

It defines and limits the powers of government.

It secures social justice, social equality and social security.

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