Static Quiz 05 May 2025 (Polity)
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1. Question
Which of the following parts of the constitution does not contain explicite provision indicating that India is a secular state?
CorrectAnswer: (d) Fundamental Duties
Explanation:
• Preamble mentions “Secular” explicitly.
• Fundamental Rights (especially Articles 25-28) guarantee religious freedom.
• Directive Principles promote secularism via principles like a Uniform Civil Code (Article 44).
• Fundamental Duties (Article 51A) do not explicitly mention secularism, hence the correct answer.IncorrectAnswer: (d) Fundamental Duties
Explanation:
• Preamble mentions “Secular” explicitly.
• Fundamental Rights (especially Articles 25-28) guarantee religious freedom.
• Directive Principles promote secularism via principles like a Uniform Civil Code (Article 44).
• Fundamental Duties (Article 51A) do not explicitly mention secularism, hence the correct answer. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding right against exploitation under the Indian Constitution:
1. The right under Article 23 is available to both citizens and non-citizens
2. Article 24 does not prohibit the employment of children below the age of 14 years in any harmless or innocent work
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: (a) 1 only
Explanation:
• Article 23: Prohibits human trafficking and forced labour. It is applicable to all persons, not just citizens.
• Article 24: Prohibits employment of children under 14 in any hazardous employment, but allows non-hazardous work, so statement 2 is wrong.IncorrectAnswer: (a) 1 only
Explanation:
• Article 23: Prohibits human trafficking and forced labour. It is applicable to all persons, not just citizens.
• Article 24: Prohibits employment of children under 14 in any hazardous employment, but allows non-hazardous work, so statement 2 is wrong. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements with reference to the Indian Constitution:
1. A Foreign territory acquired by India can be admitted to India only as a union territory.
2. A territory separated from an existing state can be reorganized into a full-fledged new state.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: (b) 2 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect: New territories can be admitted as either state or union territory (e.g., Sikkim became a state in 1975).
• Statement 2 is correct: Parliament has the power to form new states by reorganisation under Article 3.IncorrectAnswer: (b) 2 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect: New territories can be admitted as either state or union territory (e.g., Sikkim became a state in 1975).
• Statement 2 is correct: Parliament has the power to form new states by reorganisation under Article 3. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
A democratic government fundamentally implies:
CorrectAnswer: (c) Ultimate authority lies with the people
Explanation:
In a democracy, the people are sovereign and exercise power either directly or through representatives. Option (c) captures the core of democracy.IncorrectAnswer: (c) Ultimate authority lies with the people
Explanation:
In a democracy, the people are sovereign and exercise power either directly or through representatives. Option (c) captures the core of democracy. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following are enforceable rights under Indian law?
1. Right to maternity benefits
2. Right to access information
3. Right to free legal assistance
Select the correct code:CorrectAnswer: (d) 1, 2 and 3
Explanation:
All three are legal rights derived from statutory law:
• Maternity Benefits Act, 1961
• Right to Information Act, 2005
• Article 39A and Legal Services Authorities Act for free legal aidIncorrectAnswer: (d) 1, 2 and 3
Explanation:
All three are legal rights derived from statutory law:
• Maternity Benefits Act, 1961
• Right to Information Act, 2005
• Article 39A and Legal Services Authorities Act for free legal aid
