Amendments — Set 5
Indian Polity · संशोधन · Questions 41–50 of 80
Which Constitutional Amendment is related to the 'Co-operative Societies'?
Correct Answer: A. 97th Amendment
The 97th Amendment Act of 2011 granted constitutional status to co-operative societies. It added Part IX-B to the Constitution. It aims to ensure their autonomous functioning and democratic control.
Does the President of India have the power to veto a Constitutional Amendment Bill?
Correct Answer: D. No, they must give assent
The President must give assent to a Constitutional Amendment Bill. The 24th Amendment Act of 1971 made this assent obligatory. The President cannot withhold assent or return the bill for reconsideration.
The 105th Amendment Act clarified the power of States to maintain their own list of?
Correct Answer: C. Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBCs)
The 105th Amendment Act of 2021 restored the power of State governments to identify and maintain their own list of SEBCs (OBCs). This amendment clarified provisions added by the 102nd Amendment. It ensured states could list OBCs for their own reservation benefits.
Which amendment facilitated the appointment of the same person as Governor for two or more states?
Correct Answer: D. 7th Amendment
The 7th Amendment Act of 1956 allowed the appointment of the same person as Governor for two or more states. This was a practical measure to facilitate administration. It also dealt with the salary sharing between the concerned states.
Can a joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament be called for passing a Constitutional Amendment Bill?
Correct Answer: A. No, never
The correct answer is 'No, never'. There is no provision for a joint sitting of Parliament for passing a Constitutional Amendment Bill. Each House must pass the bill separately by a special majority. If there is a disagreement, the bill lapses.
The 84th Amendment Act of 2001 extended the freeze on the readjustment of Lok Sabha seats until which year?
Correct Answer: A. 2026
The 84th Amendment Act extended the freeze on the readjustment of Lok Sabha seats until the year 2026. This was done to encourage population control measures. The allocation remains based on the 1971 census.
Which amendment act provided for reservation in promotion for SCs and STs in government jobs?
Correct Answer: D. 77th Amendment
The 77th Amendment Act of 1995 provided for reservation in promotion for SCs and STs. It added clause (4A) to Article 16. This was enacted to nullify the effect of the Supreme Court's Mandal Commission judgment regarding promotions.
The 50th Amendment Act empowered Parliament to restrict the Fundamental Rights of which group?
Correct Answer: B. Intelligence and Armed Forces
The 50th Amendment Act of 1984 empowered Parliament to restrict Fundamental Rights of persons employed in intelligence organizations and armed forces. It amended Article 33. This was done to ensure the proper discharge of their duties and discipline.
Which amendment act inserted Article 371-J regarding special provisions for the Karnataka-Hyderabad region?
Correct Answer: C. 98th Amendment
The 98th Amendment Act of 2012 inserted Article 371-J. It provides special provisions for the Hyderabad-Karnataka region of Karnataka state. It aims to promote equitable development in that region.
The 42nd Amendment Act added Fundamental Duties to the Constitution upon the recommendation of which committee?
Correct Answer: D. Swaran Singh Committee
The Swaran Singh Committee recommended the inclusion of Fundamental Duties. Based on this, the 42nd Amendment added Part IV-A (Article 51A) to the Constitution in 1976. Originally, there were 10 duties.