MCQ Set – Salient Features of the Indian Constitution

 

For ADRE / APSC / UPSC Aspirants

Test your knowledge of the Salient Features of the Indian Constitution with these exam-oriented MCQs. These questions cover important constitutional features frequently asked in ADRE, APSC, UPSC, SSC, and other competitive examinations.

1. The Constitution of India is known as the:

A) Shortest Written Constitution

B) Longest Written Constitution in the World

C) Oldest Constitution in the World

D) First Written Constitution

Answer: B

2. Originally, the Constitution of India contained:

A) 390 Articles and 7 Schedules

B) 395 Articles and 8 Schedules

C) 400 Articles and 10 Schedules

D) 470 Articles and 12 Schedules

Answer: B

3. At present, the Constitution of India contains:

A) 448 Articles and 11 Schedules

B) 470 Articles and 12 Schedules

C) 465 Articles and 10 Schedules

D) 395 Articles and 8 Schedules

Answer: B

4. Which Article deals with the amendment of the Constitution?

A) Article 32

B) Article 356

C) Article 368

D) Article 370

Answer: C

5. The Constitution of India is:

A) Completely Rigid

B) Completely Flexible

C) A blend of Rigidity and Flexibility

D) Unchangeable

Answer: C

6. India is described as a:

A) Confederation

B) Federation of States

C) Union of States

D) Republic of Provinces

Answer: C

7. Which feature makes India a federal country?

A) Written Constitution

B) Division of Powers

C) Independent Judiciary

D) All of the Above

Answer: D

8. India follows which form of Government?

A) Presidential System

B) Parliamentary System

C) Dictatorial System

D) Monarchical System

Answer: B

9. The Parliamentary System of India is borrowed mainly from:

A) USA

B) France

C) Britain

D) Canada

Answer: C

10. In India, the real executive is the:

A) President

B) Prime Minister and Council of Ministers

C) Governor

D) Chief Justice of India

Answer: B

11. Which body is the guardian of the Constitution?

A) Parliament

B) President

C) Supreme Court

D) Election Commission

Answer: C

12. Which Fundamental Right is called the "Heart and Soul" of the Constitution?

A) Right to Equality

B) Right to Freedom

C) Right to Constitutional Remedies

D) Right to Education

Answer: C

13. Fundamental Rights are contained in:

A) Part II

B) Part III

C) Part IV

D) Part V

Answer: B

14. Directive Principles of State Policy are contained in:

A) Part III

B) Part IV

C) Part IVA

D) Part V

Answer: B

15. Fundamental Duties were added by the:

A) 42nd Constitutional Amendment

B) 44th Constitutional Amendment

C) 52nd Constitutional Amendment

D) 61st Constitutional Amendment

Answer: A

16. Which Part of the Constitution contains Fundamental Duties?

A) Part III

B) Part IVA

C) Part V

D) Part VI

Answer: B

17. The term "Secular" was added to the Preamble by:

A) 24th Amendment

B) 42nd Amendment

C) 44th Amendment

D) 73rd Amendment

Answer: B

18. The voting age in India was reduced from 21 years to 18 years by:

A) 42nd Amendment

B) 44th Amendment

C) 61st Amendment

D) 73rd Amendment

Answer: C

19. India follows:

A) Dual Citizenship

B) Single Citizenship

C) Commonwealth Citizenship

D) State Citizenship Only

Answer: B

20. Which constitutional body conducts elections in India?

A) UPSC

B) CAG

C) Election Commission of India

D) Finance Commission

Answer: C

These 20 MCQs cover the most important concepts from the Salient Features of the Indian Constitution. Practice them regularly to strengthen your preparation for ADRE, APSC, UPSC, SSC, Banking, and other competitive examinations.