Understanding Constitution Quiz - CBSE Class 8 Social Science

Free practice quiz: Understanding Constitution (CBSE Class 8 Social Science). 20 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

This CBSE Class 8 Social Science practice quiz has 20 multiple-choice questions on Understanding Constitution, and 20 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. Which part of the Indian Constitution declares India as a Sovereign, Socialist, Secular, and Democratic Republic?

   1. The Preamble
   2. Fundamental Rights
   3. Directive Principles
   4. Federal Structure
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   Answer: A. The Preamble

   The Preamble of the Indian Constitution outlines the guiding principles of the nation, including being a Sovereign, Socialist, Secular, and Democratic Republic.

2. Who is known as the Father of the Indian Constitution?

   1. Jawaharlal Nehru
   2. Mahatma Gandhi
   3. B.R. Ambedkar
   4. Sardar Patel
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   Answer: C. B.R. Ambedkar

   Dr. B.R. Ambedkar is known as the Father of the Indian Constitution for his pivotal role in drafting India's Constitution.

3. Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the amendment procedure?

   1. Article 368
   2. Article 320
   3. Article 73
   4. Article 300
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   Answer: A. Article 368

   Article 368 of the Indian Constitution provides the details of the procedure for the amendment of the Constitution.

4. Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Constituent Assembly?

   1. Rajendra Prasad
   2. B.R. Ambedkar
   3. C. Rajagopalachari
   4. Jawaharlal Nehru
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   Answer: B. B.R. Ambedkar

   Dr. B.R. Ambedkar served as the Chairman of the Drafting Committee and played a key role in framing the Indian Constitution.

5. How many amendments have been made to the Indian Constitution till 2023?

   1. 103
   2. 105
   3. 102
   4. 104
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   Answer: B. 105

   As of 2023, there have been 105 amendments made to the Indian Constitution.

More questions in this quiz

Answers and explanations are in the full quiz.

1. What is the basic structure doctrine in Indian Constitutional Law?
2. Which right is considered a Fundamental Right in the Indian Constitution?
3. What is the significance of the 'Directive Principles of State Policy'?
4. What does secularism mean in the context of the Indian Constitution?
5. When was the Indian Constitution adopted?
6. What is the meaning of 'fraternity' as mentioned in the Indian Constitution?
7. Which body has the final authority to interpret the Indian Constitution?
8. How many schedules are there in the Indian Constitution originally?
9. Which body was responsible for drafting the Indian Constitution?
10. What is the role of the President in relation to the Indian Constitution?
11. What is the total number of Articles in the Indian Constitution originally?
12. What does 'Republic' signify in the Indian Constitution?
13. The Indian Constitution is known as a 'Bag of Borrowings.' What does this mean?
14. Under which article can the Indian President proclaim an emergency?
15. What is the concept of 'Judicial Review' in the context of the Indian Constitution?

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