Preparing for the Sainik School, Navodaya Vidyalaya, or RIMC entrance exams? The Indian Constitution and Polity are key topics that test your understanding of how our country is governed. These questions are designed to challenge your critical thinking, not just your memory! Whether you’re revising or starting fresh, this set will help you grasp concepts like fundamental rights, the structure of government, and the spirit of our Constitution—all while keeping it fun and engaging.
Why Indian Constitution & Polity Matter for Your Exam
The Indian Constitution isn’t just a document—it’s the soul of our democracy and the foundation of how India is governed. For exams like Sainik School, Navodaya Vidyalaya, and RIMC, this topic is more than just facts; it tests your understanding of rights, responsibilities, and the structure of a nation. Over the years, these exams have consistently asked questions about:
- The Preamble (e.g., its keywords like “Liberty” or “Fraternity”).
- Fundamental Rights vs. Duties (e.g., Can rights be suspended?).
- How Laws Are Made (e.g., Role of Parliament and State Assemblies).
- Local Governance (e.g., Why Panchayati Raj matters in villages).
By mastering these, you’re not just scoring marks—you’re learning how India works!
The Constitution: A Living Guide for Every Indian
Adopted on 26th November 1949, our Constitution is the longest written constitution in the world, blending and adopting ideas from across the globe while staying rooted in Indian values and culture. Here’s why it’s critical for your exam:
- Historical Context: Questions often link freedom struggle ideals to constitutional principles (e.g., How did Gandhi’s vision shape Directive Principles?).
- Practical Governance: Exams test your grasp of real-world scenarios (e.g., What happens during a President’s Rule?).
- Rights & Duties: Balancing these is a recurring theme (e.g., Why is Article 21 called the “Heart of the Constitution”?).
How to Use This Set Effectively
- Simulate Exam Conditions: Set a 60-minute timer.
- Analyze Mistakes: Revise incorrect answers immediately—this is where real learning happens!
- Focus on Weak Zones: If you struggle with “Directive Principles,” revisit Part IV of the Constitution.
- Repeat: Re-attempt the set after a week to track progress.
50 MCQs on Indian Constitution & Polity
Ready to decode the Constitution and ace your exam? Dive into these 50 MCQs curated for clarity, relevance, and exam readiness. You can note down your answers on paper or in a notebook, or you can use our free OMR sheets for better practice and check them with ours, which are given at the end. Good luck!
1. What is the introduction to the Indian Constitution called?
A) Directive Principles
B) Fundamental Rights
C) Preamble
D) Schedules
2. Who is known as the “Father of the Indian Constitution”?
A) Mahatma Gandhi
B) Jawaharlal Nehru
C) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
D) Sardar Patel
3. Which part of the Constitution contains Fundamental Rights?
A) Part I
B) Part III
C) Part IV
D) Part V
4. How many members signed the original Constitution of India?
A) 284
B) 300
C) 395
D) 450
5. The President of India is elected by:
A) Direct public vote
B) Members of Parliament (MPs)
C) Members of Legislative Assemblies (MLAs)
D) An Electoral College (MPs + MLAs)
6. Which article abolishes untouchability?
A) Article 15
B) Article 17
C) Article 21
D) Article 32
7. The idea of Panchayati Raj is based on:
A) Centralized governance
B) Democratic decentralization
C) Military administration
D) Religious principles
8. Who appoints the Chief Justice of India?
A) Prime Minister
B) President
C) Parliament
D) Supreme Court Judges
9. The Constitution of India was adopted on:
A) 15th August 1947
B) 26th January 1950
C) 26th November 1949
D) 2nd October 1948
10. Which is the longest written constitution in the world?
A) USA
B) China
C) India
D) UK
11. Which Fundamental Duty was added by the 86th Constitutional Amendment (2002)?
A) To protect monuments
B) To vote in elections
C) To provide education to children aged 6–14
D) To respect the National Anthem
12. The Vice President of India is elected by:
A) Members of Lok Sabha
B) Members of Rajya Sabha
C) Members of both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
D) State Legislatures
13. Which schedule of the Constitution lists the languages recognized by India?
A) 6th Schedule
B) 7th Schedule
C) 8th Schedule
D) 9th Schedule
14. Who administers the oath of office to the Prime Minister?
A) President
B) Chief Justice of India
C) Speaker of Lok Sabha
D) Vice President
15. The “Right to Freedom of Speech” is subject to restrictions based on:
A) National security and public order
B) Economic policies
C) Religious customs
D) Educational qualifications
16. The concept of Judicial Review in India is borrowed from:
A) British Constitution
B) US Constitution
C) French Constitution
D) Canadian Constitution
17. Which body conducts elections to the Lok Sabha?
A) Supreme Court
B) Election Commission
C) President’s Office
D) State Governments
18. How many times can a person be elected as President of India?
A) Once
B) Twice
C) Thrice
D) No limit
19. The Union List includes subjects like:
A) Agriculture
B) Defense and Foreign Affairs
C) Public Health
D) Police
20. The minimum age to contest elections for Lok Sabha is:
A) 21 years
B) 25 years
C) 30 years
D) 35 years
21. Which Article guarantees the Right to Constitutional Remedies?
A) Article 32
B) Article 21
C) Article 19
D) Article 14
22. The first state in India to implement Panchayati Raj was:
A) Rajasthan
B) Uttar Pradesh
C) Kerala
D) Maharashtra
23. Who can remove the President of India from office?
A) Prime Minister
B) Supreme Court
C) Parliament through impeachment
D) Election Commission
24. The term of a Rajya Sabha member is:
A) 5 years
B) 6 years
C) 2 years
D) 4 years
25. The Directive Principles of State Policy are inspired by the Constitution of:
A) USA
B) Ireland
C) South Africa
D) Australia
26. Which amendment introduced the Anti-Defection Law?
A) 42nd Amendment
B) 44th Amendment
C) 52nd Amendment
D) 73rd Amendment
27. The first woman Chief Justice of India was:
A) Indira Gandhi
B) Pratibha Patil
C) Leila Seth
D) No woman has held this position yet
28. The National Emergency can be declared under:
A) Article 352
B) Article 356
C) Article 360
D) Article 368
29. The Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to:
A) President
B) Lok Sabha
C) Supreme Court
D) Prime Minister
30. Which state has a special status under Article 370 (revoked in 2019)?
A) Jammu & Kashmir
B) Nagaland
C) Sikkim
D) Assam
31. The Chairman of the Rajya Sabha is:
A) President
B) Prime Minister
C) Vice President
D) Speaker
32. The Right to Education Act (2009) ensures free education for children aged:
A) 3–10 years
B) 6–14 years
C) 5–18 years
D) 10–18 years
33. The Constitution of India recognizes _____ official languages.
A) 18
B) 20
C) 22
D) 24
34. Which is NOT a feature of Indian secularism?
A) State has no official religion
B) Religious discrimination is prohibited
C) Government funds religious schools equally
D) Freedom to practice any religion
35. Who presides over joint sessions of Parliament?
A) President
B) Prime Minister
C) Speaker of Lok Sabha
D) Vice President
36. The Gram Sabha consists of:
A) All voters in a village
B) Panchayat members only
C) State MLAs
D) Central Ministers
37. The Supreme Court judges retire at the age of:
A) 60 years
B) 62 years
C) 65 years
D) 70 years
38. The Residuary Powers (subjects not in any list) rest with:
A) State Governments
B) Central Government
C) Both Centre and States
D) President
39. Which Fundamental Right prohibits human trafficking?
A) Right to Equality
B) Right to Freedom
C) Right Against Exploitation
D) Right to Religion
40. The 73rd Amendment is related to:
A) Municipalities
B) Panchayati Raj
C) Fundamental Duties
D) President’s Rule
41. The first President of India was:
A) Jawaharlal Nehru
B) Dr. Rajendra Prasad
C) Sardar Patel
D) C. Rajagopalachari
42. Which writ is issued to release a person from illegal detention?
A) Habeas Corpus
B) Mandamus
C) Prohibition
D) Certiorari
43. The Union Budget is presented in Parliament by:
A) Prime Minister
B) President
C) Finance Minister
D) RBI Governor
44. The total number of schedules in the Indian Constitution is:
A) 10
B) 12
C) 15
D) 18
45. The National Human Rights Commission was established in:
A) 1950
B) 1976
C) 1993
D) 2001
46. Which Article deals with the Abolition of Titles?
A) Article 14
B) Article 17
C) Article 18
D) Article 19
47. The minimum age for voting in India is:
A) 16 years
B) 18 years
C) 21 years
D) 25 years
48. Who appoints the Governor of a State?
A) Chief Minister
B) Prime Minister
C) President
D) Chief Justice
49. The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act deals with:
A) Environmental protection
B) Anti-corruption
C) Education reforms
D) Tax collection
50. The Indian Constitution was handwritten by:
A) Jawaharlal Nehru
B) Mahatma Gandhi
C) Prem Behari Narain Raizada
D) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Check Your Answers
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