Q. Why is a constitution necessary for a country?
A). It provides entertainment to the people
B). It gives a set of basic rules for governing a country
C). It helps citizens play games
D). It increases the population of a country
Answer: B). It gives a set of basic rules for governing a country
Explanation: A constitution is necessary because it lays down the fundamental rules, principles, and laws according to which a country is governed.
Q. Why is a Constitution important in societies with diverse communities?
A). It allows the majority group to control all decisions
B). It protects weaker sections from domination
C). It supports only one religion
D). It promotes only economic development
Answer: B). It protects weaker sections from domination
Explanation: The Constitution establishes equal rights and protects minorities from being dominated by stronger or majority groups.
Q. When did Nepal officially abolish its monarchy and become a democratic government?
A). 1990
B). 2001
C). 2006
D). 2015
Answer: C). 2006
Explanation: Nepal officially became a democratic government in 2006 after the monarchy was abolished. The previous Constitution of Nepal which had been adopted in 1990, where king has the final authority.
Q. Which of the following is a feature of federalism in India?
A). Single citizenship
B). Bi-cameral legislature
C). Independence of the judiciary
D). Division of powers between Union and States
Answer: D). Division of powers between Union and States
Q. The Third Tier of Government in India is comprised of:
A). Parliament
B). State Legislature
C). Panchayati Raj
D). Supreme Court
Answer: C). Panchayati Raj
Q. What does Universal Adult Suffrage mean?
A). All citizens of a country have the right to vote
B). Only those who own property can vote
C). Only adults above the age of 40 can vote
D). Only educated citizens can vote
Answer: A). All citizens of a country have the right to vote
Explanation: Universal Adult Suffrage means that every adult citizen, regardless of their gender, race, or social status, has the right to vote in elections.
Q. What does Universal Adult Suffrage mean?
A). All citizens of a country have the right to vote
B). Only those who own property can vote
C). Only adults above the age of 40 can vote
D). Only educated citizens can vote
Answer: A). All citizens of a country have the right to vote
Explanation: Universal Adult Suffrage means that every adult citizen, regardless of their gender, race, or social status, has the right to vote in elections.
Q. Which part of the Indian Constitution is referred to as the “Conscience of the Constitution”?
A). Fundamental Rights
B). Directive Principles of State Policy
C). Fundamental Duties
D). Preamble
Answer: A). Fundamental Rights
Q. What are Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs)?
A). Fundamental Rights enforceable by courts
B). Guidelines for the government to establish a welfare state
C). Laws made by the judiciary
D). Rules only for the Prime Minister
Answer: B). Guidelines for the government to establish a welfare state
Explanation: DPSPs are policy directions given to the government to ensure social, economic, and political justice, aiming to create a welfare state.
Q. Match the following organs of government with their main functions:
1. Legislature A. Implements laws and runs administration
2. Executive B. Makes laws and policies
3. Judiciary C. Interprets laws and ensures justice
Options:
A). 1–A, 2–B, 3–C
B). 1–B, 2–A, 3–C
C). 1–C, 2–B, 3–A
D). 1–B, 2–C, 3–A
Answer: B). 1–B, 2–A, 3–C
Q. The Right to Equality under the Indian Constitution includes which of the following provisions?
A). Equality before the law
B). Equal protection of the laws
C). Abolition of untouchability
D). All of the above
Answer: D). All of the above
Explanation: Right to Equality (Articles 14-18) ensures equality before the law, equal protection of the laws, abolition of untouchability, and abolition of titles that create inequality.
Q. Match the following
1. Right to Freedom
2. Right Against Exploitation
3. Right to Freedom of Religion
4. Cultural and Educational Rights
5. Right to Constitutional Remedies
a). enabling individuals to approach the Supreme Court to enforce their Fundamental Rights.
b). ensure freedom of conscience and the free profession, practice, and propagation of religion
c). protect the cultural and educational rights of minorities, including the right to establish and administer educational institutions.
d). prohibit forced labour, human trafficking, and child labour.
e). guarantees freedom of speech, assembly, association, movement, and residence.
Options:
A). 1–c, 2–b, 3–d, 4–a, 5–e
B). 1–b, 2–a, 3–c, 4–d, 5–e
C). 1–d, 2–b, 3–e, 4–c, 5–a
D). 1–e, 2–d, 3–b, 4–c, 5–a
Answer: D). 1–e, 2–d, 3–b, 4–c, 5–a
Q. What does secularism mean in the context of the Indian Constitution?
A). The state has no religion and does not support any religious practices.
B). The state promotes a particular religion.
C). Religious beliefs are prohibited in the public sphere.
D). The state adopts the religion of the majority.
Answer: A). The state has no religion and does not support any religious practices.
Explanation: Secularism in India means that the state does not favour any particular religion and treats all religions equally