CDS Indian Polity and Constitution

Question 1

The Indian Constitution was adopted on which date?

Accepted Answer

November 26, 1949

Answer

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

Question 2

Who is the constitutional head of the Indian Armed Forces?

Accepted Answer

President of India

Answer

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

Question 3

Which article of the Indian Constitution abolishes untouchability?

Accepted Answer

Article 17

Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

One-third

Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Article 19

Answer

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

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