CBSE Questions for Class 8 General Knowledge Indian Constitution And Fundamental Concepts Quiz 2 - MCQExams.com

Which committee was constituted for reforms in tax-structure?
  • Narsimham Committee
  • Chelliah Committee
  • Gadgil Committee
  • Kelkar Committee
Consider the following statements.
$$1$$. Committee on de-regulation of the sugar sector is headed by C Rangarajan.
$$2$$. He was ex-Chairman of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister.
Which of the statements is/are true?
  • Only $$1$$
  • Only $$2$$
  • Both $$1$$ and $$2$$
  • None of the above
Which of the following is chaired by YH Malegam Committee?
$$1$$. UTI issues with SEBI and IRDA.
$$2$$. To study the issues and concerns of MFIs.
  • Only $$1$$
  • Only $$2$$
  • $$2$$ and $$3$$
  • All of these
In India the leader of ruling party in the Lok Sabha is _____________.
  • Prime Minister
  • President
  • Speaker of Lok Sabha
  • Secretary of Lok Sabha
Indian Constitution was formulated by _____________.
  • Drafting Committee
  • Constitutional Assembly
  • Simon Commission
  • Lok Sabha
The diverse groups and views are given due respect in ________________.
  • Totalitarianism.
  • Autocracy.
  • Democracy.
  • Dictatorship.
The Duration of the First Five Year Plan of India was _____________.
  • 1947-1952
  • 1950-1955
  • 1955-1960
  • 1951-1956
The state in Canada that has agreed to settle land claims made by Aboriginal Community was ____________.
  • Ohio
  • Ottowa
  • Ontario
  • Dakota
Executive is responsible to _____________.
  • Lok Sabha
  • Judiciary
  • Parliament
  • President
In which year Right to Information was enacted in India ?
  • 2000
  • 2001
  • 2004
  • 2005
The fundamental duties of a citizen do not include _______________.
  • Promoting communal harmony
  • Developing scientific temper
  • Safeguarding public propery
  • Protecting children from hazardous employment
The 'Instrument of Instructions' contained in the Government of India Act $$1935$$ have been incorporated in the Constitution of India in the year $$1950$$ as ________________.
  • Fundamental Rights
  • Directive Principles of State Policy
  • Extent of executive power of State
  • Conduct of business of the Government of India
Consider the following statements :
'SAMARTH 2014', a national festival for showcasing the abilities of persons with disabilities, was organized recently in New Delhi by the Ministry of Culture.
India is a party to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. 
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
  • 1 only
  • 2 only
  • Both 1 and 2
  • Neither 1 nor 2
Which of the following statements are true for the Fundamental Right to Life and Personal Liberty as guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution of India?
The Right is available to citizens as well as aliens.
It covers protection against arbitrary executive and legislative action.
It includes the right to live with human dignity.
It can be taken away according to the procedure established by law. 
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
  • 1, 2 and 3 only
  • 2, 3 and 4 only
  • 1, 2, 3 and 4
  • 1 and 4 only
The Constitution of Indian guarantees the Fundamental Right to Freedom of Religion to all its citizens. Which among the following is not true for this Right?
  • It gives freedom of conscience and freedom to profess, practice and propagate any religion.
  • It gives freedom to establish and maintain institution for religious and charitable purposes
  • The Right is subject to public order, morality and health
  • The State cannot make any law which abrogates this Right for citizens
Which one of the following is a Human Right as well as a Fundamental Right under the Constitution of India?
  • Right to information
  • Right to education
  • Right to work
  • Right to housing
Which of the following statements with regard to coverage rate of Aadhar cards during 2015 is/are correct ?
The coverage rate of Aadhar cards in western India is quite high and it is above 90 per cent in Gujarat
The coverage rate of Aadhar cards is the highest in southern India and it is almost 100 per cent in the states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh
The penetration of Aadhar cards has been very low in north-eastern part of India and it is the lowest in Assam and Meghalaya
Select the correct answer using the code given below : 
  • 2 only
  • 1 and 3 only
  • 2 and 3 only
  • 1, 2 and 3
Which among the following is a fundamental duty?
  • To abide by the Constitution of India and respect the national flag and national anthem
  • To safeguard public property
  • To protect the Sovereignty, Unity and Integrity of India
  • All of the above
The word 'Secular' was inserted into the Constitution of India by: 
  • 44th Amendment Act
  • 52th Amendment Act
  • 42th Amendment Act
  • 34th Amendment Act
Which of the following statements is correct?
  • The Presiding Officer of the Rajya Sobha is elected every year
  • The Presiding Officer of the Rajya Sabha is elected for a term of 5 years
  • The Presiding Officer of the Rajya Sabha is elected for a term of 6 years
  • The Vice President of India is the Ex Officio Presiding Officer of the Rajya Sabha
Which of the following is / are not related to fundamental duties?
1. To cherish and follow the noble ideals which inspired our national struggle for freedom
2. To value and preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture
3. To Promote the educational and economic interests of the weaker sections of the people, especially the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes
4. To protect all monuments of historic interest and national importance
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
  • 1 and 2 only
  • 2 and 3 only
  • 3 and 4 only
  • 4 only
Which part of Indian Constitution deals with Citizenship____________.
  • Part IV
  • Part III
  • Part I
  • Part II
Consider the following statements about the Constitution of India: 
A Member of Parliament enjoys the freedom of speech in the Parliament as a Parliamentary Privilege protected by the Constitution of India. 
The Constitution has vested the power to amend the Constitution in the Parliament. 
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
  • 1 only
  • 2 only
  • Both 1 and 2
  • Neither 1 nor 2
Which one of the following statements about the Union Executive in India is correct?
  • According to the Constitution of lndia the total number of members of the Council of Mirnsters cannot exceed 20% of the total number of Members of the House of the People
  • The rank of the different Ministers is determined by the President
  • The Ministers are appointed by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister
  • Only a member of either house of Parliament can be appointed a a Mrnister
The Fourth Schedule to the Constitution of India deals with: 
  • Provisions related to the administration of tribal areas.
  • Allocation of seats in the Council of States.
  • The Union List, the State List and the Concurrent List.
  • Recognized languages of the Union of India.
Which of the following is/are not fundamental right(s) under the Constitution of India?
Right to education. 
Right to work.
Right to form associations.
Right to practice any profession.
Select the correct answer using the code given below: 
  • 1 and 2
  • 2 and 4
  • 2 only
  • 1 and 3
Article 40 of the Constitution of India advices the state of work for _______.
  • Uniform Civil Code
  • Organisation of village Panchayats
  • Constitution of Municipalities
  • Living wages for workers
Which of the following are listed as a Directive Principle in our Constitution?
Complete freedom in the economic field for the interest of consumers and producers.
Regulation of economic system of the country so as to prevent concentration of wealth and means of production.
To ensure a decent standard of living and facilities of leisure for all workers.
To protect and improve the environment and to safeguard forests and wildlife.
  • 1 and 3
  • 2, 3 and 4
  • 2 and 4
  • 3 and 4
International Institution related to labour welfare is ___________.
  • UNICF
  • I.L.O
  • F.A.O
  • C.N.T
Consider the following statements regarding a No-Confidence Motion in India.
There is no mention of a No-Confidence motion in the Constitution of India.
A motion of no-confidence can be introduced in the Lok Sabha only.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
  • Only 1
  • Only 2
  • Both 1 and 2
  • Neither 1 nor 2
Consider the following statements. 
A Constitutional government is one which:
Places effective restrictions on individual liberty in the interest of state authority.
Places effective restrictions on the authority of the state in the interest of individual liberty.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
  • Only 1
  • Only 2
  • Both 1 and 2
  • Neither 1 nor 2
Consider the following statements about the Directive Principles of State Policy and find out the correct answer.
  • While the Fundamental Rights restrain the government from doing certain things, the Directive Principles exhort the government to do certain things.
  • The DPSPs are not enforceable in the courts and do not create any justicable rights In favour of the individuals.
  • The Supreme Court in Kesavananda Bharati case ruled that DPSPs constitute the basic features of the Constitution and cannot be changed by Parliament.
  • All of the above are correct
Which of the following are the differences between the Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles?
Fundamental Rights are negative instructions, while the Directive Principle are the positive instructions to the government.
Fundamental Rights are justiciable while the Directive Principles are non-justiciable.
Fundamental Rights enjoy constitutional basis while the Directive Principles are based on conventions.
  • 1 and 2
  • 1 and 3
  • 1, 2 and 3
  • None of these
What are the Gandhian Principles incorporated in the Indian Constitution?
Efforts to be made for the development of weaker or backward sections of the society.
Prohibition on the use of intoxicating liquor except for medicinal purposes.
Organisation of village panchayats.
Establishment of cottage and small scale industries in rural areas.
  • 1, 3 and 4
  • 1, 2 and 3
  • 2, 3 and 4
  • All of these
Panchayati Raj is included in the _____________.
  • Union list
  • Concurrent list
  • State list
  • Residuary list
Freedom under Constitution of India is subject to:
Public order, morality and health.
A law providing for social welfare and reform.
Opening Hindu religious institutions of a public character to all Hindus.
Defamation or incitement to an offence.
Which of the above statements are correct?
  • 1 and 3
  • 1, 2 and 3
  • 3 and 4
  • 1 and 2
Which of the following statements is/are not indicative of the difference between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles?
Directive Principles are aimed at promoting social welfare, while Fundamental Rights are for protecting individuals from State encroachment. 
Fundamental Rights are limitations on State action, while Directive Principles are positive instructions for the Government to work towards a justice and socio-economic order.
Fundamental Rights were included in the original Constitution but Directive Principles were added by the first amendment.
Fundamental Rights are amendable but Directive Principles cannot be amended.
  • 1 and 2
  • 2 and 3
  • 3 and 4
  • 1, 2 and 3
The enforcement of Directive Principles depends mostly on ________.
  • the Courts
  • an effective opposition in Parliament
  • resources available to the Government
  • Public cooperation
Match the following:
List I
List II
A.Article 39 A1.human conditions of work maternity relief
B.Article 40 2.equal justice and free legal aid
C.Article 423.organisation of village panchayats
D.Article 444.provision for uniform civil code for the citizens                   
  • A-1 ,B-2 ,C-3 ,D-4
  • A-3 ,B-2 ,C-1 ,D-4
  • A-2 ,B-3 ,C-1 ,D-4
  • A-4 ,B-3 C-2 D-1
Panchayati Raj System in India is laid down under _________.
  • Fundamental Rights
  • Fundamental Duties
  • Directive Principles of State Policy
  • Election Commission Act
Which of the following is not included in the Directive Principles of State Policy?
  • Prohibition of Liquor
  • Right to Work
  • Equal Wage for Equal Work
  • Right to Information
If the State enacts a law to implement a Directive Principle calling for equitable distribution of the material resources of the community, it ___________. 
  • is put in the Ninth Schedule
  • shall be considered void even if, it violates the rights in Articles 14 and 19
  • can be struck down by the Supreme Court on grounds of violating the Fundamental Rights
  • shall not be considered void if it violates Fundamental Rights under Artical 14 and 19
A socialistic ideology is reflected in the Directive Principle, which calls for ________.
  • securing equitable distribution of material resources of the country to prevent concentration of wealth
  • promotion of cottage industries
  • free and compulsory education for children up to 14 years of age
  • All of the above
The Directive Principles are in the nature of ___________.
  • judicial injunctions to the Government to enact certain laws
  • request to the Government to pay attention to certain subjects
  • instructions to the Government to refrain from doing certain things
  • instructions to the Government to do certain things
The Directive Principles of State Policy is a cheque which is paid on bank's convenience. Who said this?
  • BR Ambedkar
  • KM Munshi
  • Rajendra Prasad
  • K T Shah
Which Constitutional Amendment granted a position of primacy to all the Directive Principles over Fundamental Rights?
  • 24th
  • 25th
  • 36th
  • 42nd
A uniform civil code mentioned in the Directive Principles of State Policy ensure _________.
  • economic equality
  • national security
  • national integration
  • support of weaker sections of society
The Articles of the Constitution of India which deal with Directive Principles of State Policy are ___________.
  • 26 to 41
  • 30 to 45
  • 36 to 51
  • 40 to 55
Which of the following directives has not been included in the Constitution with regard to conduct of international relations?
  • Work for the maintenance of just and honourable relations between nations
  • Show respect for international law and treaty obligations
  • Encourage settlement of international disputes through arbitration
  • Work for disarmament
The purpose of the inclusion of Directive Principle of State Policy in the Indian Constitution is to establish _________.
  • Political Democracy
  • Social Democracy
  • Gandhian Democracy
  • Social and Economic Democracy
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