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  1. The Indian Constitution was adopted on which date?

    Answer: November 26, 1949

    The Indian Constitution was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on November 26, 1949, and came into effect on January 26, 1950.

  2. Who is the constitutional head of the Indian Armed Forces?

    Answer: President of India

    The President of India is the Supreme Commander of the Indian Armed Forces under Article 53 of the Constitution.

  3. Which article of the Indian Constitution abolishes untouchability?

    Answer: Article 17

    Article 17 of the Indian Constitution abolishes untouchability and its practice in any form.

  4. The Rajya Sabha is a permanent body. How many members retire every two years?

    Answer: One-third

    One-third of Rajya Sabha members retire every two years, making it a continuous body unlike the Lok Sabha.

  5. Which Fundamental Right guarantees the right to move freely throughout India?

    Answer: Article 19

    Article 19(1)(d) of the Constitution guarantees every citizen the right to move freely throughout India.

  6. The concept of 'Judicial Review' in India means the judiciary can examine the constitutionality of which acts?

    Answer: Legislative and executive acts

    Judicial review empowers Indian courts to examine and invalidate both legislative and executive acts that violate the Constitution.

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