Which body adopted the Constitution of India?
Explanation:
The Constituent Assembly adopted the Constitution of India on 26 November 1949.
Railway Indian Polity Quiz
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Question 2 On which date did the Constitution of India come into force?
Explanation: The Constitution came into force on 26 January 1950, which is observed as Republic Day. -
Question 3 Which part of the Constitution contains the Directive Principles of State Policy?
Explanation: Directive Principles of State Policy are contained in Part IV of the Constitution. -
Question 4 The Preamble declares India to be which type of republic?
Explanation: The Preamble describes India as a sovereign, socialist, secular, democratic republic. -
Question 5 Which Article deals with the procedure for amendment of the Constitution?
Explanation: Article 368 lays down the constitutional procedure for amendment of the Constitution. -
Question 6 Which Schedule contains the forms of oaths and affirmations for constitutional offices?
Explanation: The Third Schedule contains forms of oaths and affirmations for specified constitutional offices and members. -
Question 7 Which Article provides for the establishment of a Finance Commission?
Explanation: Article 280 provides for the Finance Commission, constituted periodically by the President. -
Question 8 Which emergency is provided under Article 352?
Explanation: Article 352 deals with proclamation of a National Emergency. -
Question 9 Which Article provides for a common High Court for two or more states?
Explanation: Article 231 permits Parliament to establish a common High Court for two or more states or for states and a Union territory. -
Question 10 The Constitution establishes India as a federation with a strong centre. Which feature most clearly reflects this?
Explanation: Under the Constitution, residuary legislative powers are vested in Parliament, reflecting the strong position of the Union. -
Question 11 Which Article provides for the Union Public Service Commission?
Explanation: Article 315 provides for Public Service Commissions for the Union and the states. -
Question 12 Which amendment is popularly known as the 'Mini Constitution' because of its extensive changes?
Explanation: The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 made wide-ranging changes to the Constitution and is popularly called the Mini Constitution.
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