Preamble & History — Set 9
Constitution Special · प्रस्तावना और इतिहास · Questions 81–90 of 140
The Preamble of the Constitution of India is considered as?
Correct Answer: D. A key to interpreting constitutional provisions but not justiciable itself
The Preamble is considered a key to understanding and interpreting constitutional provisions but it is not justiciable — one cannot approach a court to enforce the rights mentioned in it directly. The Preamble can be used as an aid to the construction of constitutional articles. Courts use it to resolve ambiguities. Fundamental Rights (Part III) are justiciable; the Preamble itself is not.
The term 'Fraternity assuring the dignity of the individual and the Unity and Integrity of the Nation' means?
Correct Answer: C. Brotherhood among all citizens transcending all divisions, ensuring national unity
The Fraternity clause in the Preamble goes beyond social friendship — it ensures the dignity of every individual regardless of caste, religion, gender or class, and simultaneously promotes the Unity and Integrity of the Nation. It calls for brotherhood that transcends all divisions. Dr. Ambedkar saw fraternity as the foundation of democracy — without it, equality and liberty would remain meaningless.
The Government of India Act 1935 served as the main source for which part of the Indian Constitution?
Correct Answer: B. Emergency Provisions and Federal Structure
The Government of India Act 1935 was the single largest source for the Indian Constitution. It provided the basis for the federal structure, emergency provisions, distribution of powers between Centre and states (three lists), the Public Service Commission, the CAG, the judiciary structure, and many administrative provisions. About 250 provisions of the 1935 Act were incorporated into the Constitution.
Constitution Day (Samvidhan Divas) is celebrated on?
Correct Answer: C. November 26
Constitution Day (Samvidhan Divas) is celebrated on November 26 every year — the day the Constituent Assembly adopted the Constitution in 1949. It was officially designated as Constitution Day by the Government of India in 2015, on the occasion of the 125th birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.
The principle of 'Equal Justice and Free Legal Aid' (Article 39A) was added to the Constitution to give effect to which Preamble ideal?
Correct Answer: B. Social Justice
Article 39A (added by 42nd Amendment 1976) directs the State to ensure equal justice and free legal aid for all citizens, particularly for those with economic or other disabilities. This implements the Preamble's commitment to 'Social Justice' — ensuring that access to justice is not denied because of economic inequality. NALSA (National Legal Services Authority) was established to implement this.
What is the language in which the Indian Constitution was originally drafted?
Correct Answer: D. Both English and Hindi
The Indian Constitution was drafted in both English and Hindi. The English text is the authoritative text. The Hindi translation was also prepared and both were signed by the members of the Constituent Assembly. The original Constitution is handwritten and beautifully illustrated, housed in a helium-filled case in the Library of Parliament.
Who is known as the 'constitutional advisor' to the Constituent Assembly?
Correct Answer: A. B.N. Rau
Sir B.N. Rau (Benegal Narsing Rau) served as the constitutional advisor to the Constituent Assembly. He prepared the initial draft of the Constitution and studied constitutions of many countries. He was also India's first permanent representative to the United Nations. His notes formed the basis for the Drafting Committee's work.
'Social Justice' as mentioned in the Preamble is primarily implemented through?
Correct Answer: B. Reservation policy under Articles 15 and 16 and labor laws
'Social Justice' in the Preamble is primarily implemented through: reservation policy (Articles 15(4), 16(4)) for backward classes and SCs/STs, prohibition of untouchability (Article 17), labor laws ensuring fair wages and safe conditions, and welfare legislation. Article 46 (DPSP) also directs the state to promote educational and economic interests of weaker sections. Understanding this constitutional provision is essential for competitive examinations and civic awareness.
The number of articles in the original Constitution of India (1950) was?
Correct Answer: A. 395
The original Constitution of India (1950) had 395 articles in 22 parts and 8 schedules. It was the longest written constitution in the world at that time. Currently, after numerous amendments, the Constitution has approximately 448 articles (though article numbering still goes up to 395 as articles have been added with letters like 21A, 31C, etc.) and 12 schedules.
The first Constituent Assembly session was boycotted by which organization?
Correct Answer: B. All India Muslim League
The All India Muslim League, led by Muhammad Ali Jinnah, boycotted the first few sessions of the Constituent Assembly. The League was demanding a separate state for Muslims (Pakistan). After the Partition and the creation of Pakistan in August 1947, the Muslim League members from what became Pakistan naturally ceased to participate.