Static Quiz 03 January 2024
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Static Quiz 03 January 2024 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
In the context of the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements:
1. The term “minority” is defined in Article 30 of the Indian Constitution.
2. Under Article 28, religious instruction is permitted in educational institutions established under any endowment or trust and administered by the state.
3. Article 29 grants protection only to linguistic minorities.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: C
The term “Minority” is not defined in the Indian Constitution. However, the Constitution
recognizes religious and linguistic minorities. Hence, statement 1 is not correct.Article 29 grants protection to both religious, linguistic as well as cultural minorities. However, the
rights are not necessarily restricted to minorities only, as it is commonly assumed to be. It includes
minorities as well as the majority. Hence, statement 3 is not correct.IncorrectAnswer: C
The term “Minority” is not defined in the Indian Constitution. However, the Constitution
recognizes religious and linguistic minorities. Hence, statement 1 is not correct.Article 29 grants protection to both religious, linguistic as well as cultural minorities. However, the
rights are not necessarily restricted to minorities only, as it is commonly assumed to be. It includes
minorities as well as the majority. Hence, statement 3 is not correct. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following terms were not a part
of the original constitution?
1. Secular
2. Democratic
3. Integrity
4. Fraternity
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectAnswer: C
IncorrectAnswer: C
- Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding citizenship in India:
1. Citizenship is listed in the Union List under the Constitution.
2. The term “citizen” is not defined in the Constitution.
3. The concept of single citizenship is adopted from the Canadian Constitution.
Which of the statement given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: A
In India, the concept of single citizenship is adopted from the British constitution that is from the
United Kingdom. In India, only single citizenship is available to citizens. One cannot be a citizen of the
state as well. This helps in increasing the feeling of nationality and encourages patriotism as it forges
unity amidst regional and cultural differences. It also encourages fundamental rights such as the freedom
of movement and residence in any part of the nation. Hence, statement 3 is not correct.IncorrectAnswer: A
In India, the concept of single citizenship is adopted from the British constitution that is from the
United Kingdom. In India, only single citizenship is available to citizens. One cannot be a citizen of the
state as well. This helps in increasing the feeling of nationality and encourages patriotism as it forges
unity amidst regional and cultural differences. It also encourages fundamental rights such as the freedom
of movement and residence in any part of the nation. Hence, statement 3 is not correct. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements concerning the constituent assembly in India:
1. The Constituent Assembly established seven committees to draft the constitution.
2. Congress party officially demanded a constituent assembly in the 1929 Lahore Session.
3. The British accepted in principle the demand of a constituent assembly in the Cabinet Mission Plan.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: D
IncorrectAnswer: D
- Question 5 of 5
5. Question
The 7th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1956, and the States Reorganisation Act, 1956 were enacted based on the recommendation of which of the following committees?
CorrectAnswer: C
IncorrectAnswer: C
