Constitutional Bodies — Set 6
Constitution Special · संवैधानिक निकाय · Questions 51–60 of 160
Article 151 requires the CAG to submit the audit report to?
Correct Answer: C. President/Governor
Article 151 requires the CAG to submit the audit report to the President or Governor. For Union accounts, the CAG submits the audit report to the President, and for State accounts, to the Governor. The President/Governor then causes the reports to be laid before each House of Parliament or the State Legislature. The obligation to submit to the President/Governor under Article 151 ensures parliamentary oversight of public finances.
Under which Article can the State make special provisions for women and children?
Correct Answer: B. Article 15(3)
Article 15(3) is an exception to the general rule of non-discrimination under Article 15(1) and allows the State to make special provisions for women and children. This provision has been used to justify reservations for women in educational institutions, protective labour legislation for women, and special welfare schemes for children. It reflects the Constitution's recognition that formal equality may not be sufficient to achieve substantive equality for women and children.
Kesavananda Bharati case (1973) is significant because it established?
Correct Answer: B. Basic Structure doctrine limiting Parliament's amending power
The Kesavananda Bharati vs State of Kerala (1973) case is one of the most significant constitutional cases in India. A 13-judge bench of the Supreme Court by a 7-6 majority held that while Parliament has the power to amend any provision of the Constitution under Article 368, it cannot amend the 'basic structure' or 'essential features' of the Constitution. These include supremacy of the Constitution, republican and democratic form of government, secularism, separation of powers, and judicial review.
Which Article gives citizens the right to move freely throughout India?
Correct Answer: B. Article 19(1)(d)
Article 19(1)(d) guarantees to all citizens the right to move freely throughout the territory of India. This right allows Indians to travel within the country without restrictions. Reasonable restrictions can be imposed on this right in the interest of the general public or for the protection of interests of any Scheduled Tribe under Article 19(5). States cannot impose restrictions on entry of citizens from other states except in the above cases.
Which writ is used to challenge the authority or qualification of a person to hold a public office?
Correct Answer: C. Quo Warranto
Quo Warranto (Latin for 'by what authority/warrant') is a writ issued by a court to challenge the right of a person to hold a public office. The court inquires by what authority the person claims to hold the office. If the court finds the claim invalid, it can disqualify the person from holding the office. This writ can be issued against public offices created by statute. It cannot be issued against a holder of a purely ministerial or private office.
What is the tenure of a UPSC member?
Correct Answer: B. 6 years or 65 years of age
Under Article 316, the Chairman and every other member of a Public Service Commission shall hold office for a term of six years from the date on which they enter upon their office, or until they attain the age of 65 years in the case of UPSC (62 years for State PSCs), whichever is earlier. This is an important constitutional provision that governs the structure and functioning of Indian democracy Understanding this constitutional provision is essential for competitive examinations and civic awareness. Understanding this provision thoroughly is essential for civil services, judicial services, and other competitive examinations.
The Election Commission of India uses which symbol to identify voters?
Correct Answer: B. Voter ID (EPIC — Elector's Photo Identity Card)
The Election Commission of India introduced the Elector's Photo Identity Card (EPIC) — commonly known as Voter ID — in 1993. It serves as a primary document for voter identification at polling booths. The EPIC includes the voter's photo, name, address, and a unique serial number assigned by the ECI.
Which Article of the Constitution provides for reservation of seats for SCs and STs in the Lok Sabha?
Correct Answer: A. Article 330
Article 330 provides for reservation of seats for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in the Lok Sabha in proportion to their population. This reservation was originally meant to last for 10 years from the commencement of the Constitution but has been extended repeatedly. The 95th Constitutional Amendment extended this reservation till 2020, and it has been extended further. This positive discrimination measure aims to ensure political representation of historically disadvantaged groups.
The 97th Constitutional Amendment 2011 added which right to Part III?
Correct Answer: A. Right to form cooperative societies
The 97th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2011 added the right to form cooperative societies to Article 19(1) of the Constitution. The amendment added clause (c) to Article 19(1) to include freedom to form cooperative societies. It also inserted Article 43B as a new Directive Principle regarding promotion of cooperative societies. This amendment recognized the importance of the cooperative sector in India's economy and aimed to give it constitutional status.
Which Article restricts Parliament from making any law that abridges Fundamental Rights?
Correct Answer: B. Article 13(2)
Article 13(2) declares that the State shall not make any law which takes away or abridges the rights conferred by Part III (Fundamental Rights), and any law made in contravention of Fundamental Rights shall be void to the extent of the contravention. This is the basis for judicial review of legislation in India - courts can strike down laws that violate Fundamental Rights. Article 13(1) also declares that pre-constitutional laws inconsistent with Fundamental Rights are void.