Question 1 of 5
The Preamble to the Constitution of India was amended by the 42nd Amendment Act and inserted the following words in the existing Preamble:
A
Socialist, secular and integrity
B
Sovereign, democratic and republic
C
Fraternity, liberty and equality
D
Justice, social and economic
Why: The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 added the words '**Socialist**', '**Secular**' and '**Integrity**' to the Preamble. This amendment, enacted during the Emergency, aimed to emphasize these values in the introductory statement of the Constitution's objectives.[1]
Question 2 of 5
The ideals of Liberty, Equality and Fraternity enshrined in the Constitution of India are borrowed from the constitution of ______.
A
USA
B
France
C
Russia
D
UK
Why: The phrase 'Liberty, Equality and Fraternity' in the Preamble is directly borrowed from the French Constitution, reflecting the revolutionary ideals of the French Revolution.[1]
Question 3 of 5
Article 371B of the Constitution of India deals with special provision with respect to the state of:
A
Assam
B
Assam
C
Manipur
D
Nagaland
Why: Article 371B provides for the constitution of a committee of the Legislative Assembly of the State consisting of members of that Assembly elected from the tribal areas of Assam. This relates to special provisions for states under the federal structure, addressing devolution of powers to tribal areas. Option A matches the correct state, Assam.
Question 4 of 5
Which amendment added the words 'Socialist, Secular' and 'Integrity' to the Preamble, and how does it relate to the federal structure of India?
A
24th Amendment
B
42nd Amendment
C
44th Amendment
D
73rd Amendment
Why: The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 added 'Socialist', 'Secular', and 'Integrity' to the Preamble. It relates to federal structure by reinforcing unity and integrity (Article 51A), while emphasizing the Union's role in upholding national cohesion amidst state diversity. Option B is correct.
Question 5 of 5
What is the tenure of a member of State Legislative Council?
A
5 years
B
6 years
C
7 years
D
4 years
Why: The tenure of a member of the State Legislative Council is **6 years**. One-third of the members retire every two years, ensuring continuity. Article 172(2) of the Constitution provides that the Legislative Council is a permanent body not subject to dissolution but one-third of its members retire every two years. Currently, states like Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra, and Karnataka have Legislative Councils. Manner of election: One-third elected by MLAs, one-third by local body members, one-twelfth by teachers, one-twelfth by graduates, and remaining appointed by Governor.[1][2]
