CDS Indian Polity and Constitution 2

Question 1

How many Schedules does the Indian Constitution have?

Accepted Answer

12

Answer

The Indian Constitution currently has 12 Schedules that deal with specific matters such as oaths, emoluments, and languages.

Question 2

Which body is described as the 'Guardian of the Constitution' in India?

Accepted Answer

Supreme Court

Answer

The Supreme Court of India is considered the guardian of the Constitution with power of judicial review.

Question 3

The Directive Principles of State Policy are contained in which part of the Constitution?

Accepted Answer

Part IV

Answer

Directive Principles of State Policy are contained in Part IV (Articles 36–51) of the Indian Constitution.

Question 4

Who appoints the Chief Election Commissioner of India?

Accepted Answer

President

Answer

The Chief Election Commissioner is appointed by the President of India on the recommendation of the Prime Minister.

Question 5

The Preamble of the Indian Constitution describes India as a sovereign, socialist, secular, democratic republic. The words 'socialist' and 'secular' were added by which amendment?

Accepted Answer

42nd Amendment

Answer

The 42nd Constitutional Amendment (1976) added 'socialist' and 'secular' to the Preamble.

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