Constitution of India Quiz - CBSE Class 8 Social Science

Free practice quiz: Constitution of India (CBSE Class 8 Social Science). 17 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

This CBSE Class 8 Social Science practice quiz has 17 multiple-choice questions on Constitution of India, and 17 of them come with an explanation. Try the 5 sample questions below (tap an option to check yourself), then play the full quiz online. No sign-up needed.

Sample questions

1. What is the supreme law of India?

   1. The Constitution
   2. The Parliament
   3. The President
   4. The Judiciary
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   Answer: A. The Constitution

   The Constitution is the supreme law of the land, laying down the framework for the government and its functions.

2. How many Fundamental Rights are guaranteed by the Constitution of India?

   1. 5
   2. 6
   3. 7
   4. 8
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   Answer: B. 6

   The Constitution of India guarantees 6 Fundamental Rights to its citizens, which are essential for personal liberty and equality.

3. What is the role of the President in the Indian Constitution?

   1. Head of State
   2. Prime Minister
   3. Chief Justice
   4. Leader of Opposition
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   Answer: A. Head of State

   The President of India serves as the ceremonial Head of State and has various constitutional responsibilities and powers.

4. Which body has the power to amend the Constitution?

   1. Parliament
   2. President
   3. Supreme Court
   4. State Assemblies
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   Answer: A. Parliament

   The Parliament of India has the authority to amend the Constitution, provided it follows the procedures laid down in Article 368.

5. How many times has the Constitution been amended till October 2023?

   1. 101
   2. 103
   3. 105
   4. 107
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   Answer: C. 105

   As of October 2023, the Constitution of India has been amended 105 times.

More questions in this quiz

Answers and explanations are in the full quiz.

1. Which part of the Constitution deals with the Fundamental Rights?
2. Who is known as the 'Father of the Constitution' in India?
3. What does the term 'justice' imply in the Preamble of the Constitution?
4. Which Article of the Constitution provides for the Right to Equality?
5. Which of the following is NOT a Fundamental Right?
6. What does the term 'Secular State' refer to in the context of the Indian Constitution?
7. What is the maximum number of members in the Lok Sabha?
8. The Constitution was adopted on which date?
9. Which of the following is a feature of the Indian Constitution?
10. Which of the following is NOT a Directive Principle?
11. What is the importance of the Basic Structure doctrine?
12. Which of the following right has been declared as a Fundamental Right by the Supreme Court?

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