Constitutional Law Quiz - Competitive Exams AIBE

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This Competitive Exams AIBE practice quiz has 62 multiple-choice questions on Constitutional Law. Try the 5 sample questions below (tap an option to check yourself), then play the full quiz online. No sign-up needed.

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1. Which Article of the Constitution of India provides for the establishment of the Supreme Court?

   1. Article 32
   2. Article 124
   3. Article 226
   4. Article 214
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   Answer: B. Article 124

2. Which Article of the Constitution provides for the establishment of an Inter-State Council?

   1. Article 280
   2. Article 312
   3. Article 324
   4. Article 263
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   Answer: D. Article 263

3. Which writ is issued by a court to a public authority directing it to perform a public duty that it has failed or refused to perform?

   1. Mandamus
   2. Certiorari
   3. Quo Warranto
   4. Habeas Corpus
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   Answer: A. Mandamus

4. The 'Doctrine of Severability' deals with:

   1. Reading down a provision to save its constitutionality
   2. Preserving the valid part of a statute if the invalid part is separable
   3. Invalidating an entire statute if part is unconstitutional
   4. Striking down a constitutional amendment for violating basic structure
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   Answer: B. Preserving the valid part of a statute if the invalid part is separable

5. Which Article of the Constitution mandates the State to organise village panchayats?

   1. Article 43
   2. Article 41
   3. Article 44
   4. Article 40
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   Answer: D. Article 40

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1. The concept of 'Basic Structure' of the Constitution was propounded by the Supreme Court in which case?
2. Which Article of the Constitution deals with the Right to Constitutional Remedies?
3. Under which Article can the President of India declare a National Emergency?
4. Which Schedule of the Constitution contains provisions relating to anti-defection?
5. The doctrine of 'Basic Structure' was further strengthened in which case by striking down Clause (4) of Article 368?
6. Which Article of the Constitution abolishes untouchability?
7. In which case did the Supreme Court hold that the right to privacy is a fundamental right under Article 21?
8. Which Article of the Constitution provides for the establishment of a Finance Commission?
9. The concept of 'Basic Structure' has been held to include which of the following?
10. Which Article of the Constitution deals with the abolition of titles?
11. In which case did the Supreme Court hold that the Preamble is a part of the Constitution?
12. The President's rule in a state can be imposed under which Article?
13. Which Article of the Constitution provides for the establishment of a Public Service Commission for the Union and States?
14. In which case did the Supreme Court hold that the Governor's pleasure under Article 310 is not absolute?
15. Which Article of the Constitution deals with the power of the President to grant pardons?
16. The 'Doctrine of Pleasure' under Article 310 is subject to which Article?
17. Which Article of the Constitution provides for the establishment of an Administrative Tribunal?
18. Which Article of the Constitution provides for the establishment of a National Commission for Scheduled Castes?
19. The concept of 'Collective Responsibility' of the Council of Ministers is enshrined in which Article?
20. Which Article of the Constitution provides for the establishment of a Joint State Public Service Commission?
21. Which Article of the Indian Constitution empowers the President to nominate two members belonging to the Anglo-Indian community to the Lok Sabha?
22. Under which Article can the President of India seek the advisory opinion of the Supreme Court on a question of law or fact of public importance?
23. Which Article of the Constitution provides for the establishment of a High Court for each State?
24. The doctrine of 'Eclipse' in constitutional law is applied when:
25. Which Article of the Constitution provides that the State shall not deny to any person equality before the law or the equal protection of the laws within the territory of India?
26. The 'Doctrine of Proportionality' as a test for restricting fundamental rights was explicitly adopted by the Supreme Court in which case?
27. Which Article of the Constitution prohibits the employment of children below the age of 14 years in factories, mines, and other hazardous activities?
28. Which Article of the Constitution provides for the protection of the rights of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions?
29. The 'Pith and Substance' doctrine is primarily applied by courts to:
30. Which Article of the Constitution deals with the right of a person to be informed of the grounds of his arrest?
31. In which case did the Supreme Court hold that the 'creamy layer' principle applies to reservations for Other Backward Classes?
32. Which Article of the Constitution provides for the constitution of a Nagarpalika (Municipality)?
33. Which Article of the Constitution provides for the establishment of the Reserve Bank of India?
34. The 'Doctrine of Colourable Legislation' is based on which constitutional principle?
35. The 'Doctrine of Territorial Nexus' is applied to determine:
36. Which Article of the Constitution provides for the establishment of a Panchayat at the intermediate level?
37. In which case did the Supreme Court hold that the Speaker's decision on disqualification under the Tenth Schedule is subject to judicial review?
38. The 'Doctrine of Legitimate Expectation' is a facet of which constitutional principle?
39. Which Article of the Constitution empowers the President to make regulations for the peace, progress, and good government of certain Union Territories?
40. Which Article of the Constitution of India provides for the abolition of privy purse and privileges of rulers of Indian States?
41. Under which Article can the President of India nominate not more than two Anglo-Indian members to the House of the People?
42. Which Article of the Constitution deals with the power of the Governor to promulgate ordinances during recess of the State Legislature?
43. The doctrine of 'Public Trust' in environmental jurisprudence was first adopted by the Supreme Court in which case?
44. The right to education under Article 21A was inserted by which Constitutional Amendment?
45. Which Article of the Constitution provides for the appointment of an acting Chief Justice of a High Court?
46. The 'Doctrine of Prospective Overruling' was first applied by the Supreme Court in which case?
47. Which Article of the Constitution provides for the establishment of a Consolidated Fund for each State?
48. Which Article of the Constitution provides for the protection of the rights of citizens residing outside India in matters of employment under the State?
49. Which Article of the Constitution provides for the establishment of a Legislative Assembly for a Union Territory?
50. The concept of 'Grundnorm' in constitutional law is associated with which jurist?
51. In which case did the Supreme Court hold that the Preamble is not enforceable in a court of law but is a key to the Constitution?
52. Which Article of the Constitution deals with the right of the President to consult the Supreme Court on questions of law or fact?
53. The doctrine of 'Colorable Legislation' is best exemplified by which of the following?
54. In which case did the Supreme Court hold that the Governor cannot exercise his discretion in the appointment of the Chief Minister in a manner that defeats the majority party's claim?
55. Which Article of the Constitution provides that the State shall take steps to organise agriculture and animal husbandry on modern and scientific lines?
56. The 'Doctrine of Pleasure' under Article 310 is subject to which Article that provides for safeguards for civil servants?
57. Which Article of the Constitution provides for the establishment of an Administrative Tribunal for the Union and States?

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