Q1. Which of the following is the most accurate description of the Indian Constitution?
- Entirely rigid
- Entirely flexible
- Rigid in form, flexible in spirit
- A blend of rigidity and flexibility
Correct Option: 4. A blend of rigidity and flexibility
Explanation: The Constitution of India can be amended by multiple procedures—some by a simple majority, others by a special majority, and some requiring ratification by the states. This makes it partly rigid and partly flexible.
Q2. Which Article of the Constitution empowers the Parliament to amend the Constitution?
- Article 356
- Article 368
- Article 352
- Article 360
Correct Option: 2. Article 368
Explanation: Article 368 outlines the procedure for amending the Constitution, specifying different levels of approval based on the type of amendment.
Q3. The term ‘Union of States’ is mentioned in which Article of the Constitution?
- Article 370
- Article 1
- Article 3
- Article 356
Correct Option: 2. Article 1
Explanation: Article 1 describes India as a “Union of States”, indicating a strong center and the indissolubility of the Indian Union.
Q4. Which Amendment Act is popularly known as the ‘Mini-Constitution’?
- 42nd Amendment Act, 1976
- 44th Amendment Act, 1978
- 73rd Amendment Act, 1992
- 101st Amendment Act, 2016
Correct Option: 1. 42nd Amendment Act, 1976
Explanation: The 42nd Amendment made sweeping changes to the Constitution, touching on fundamental duties, the Preamble, and the powers of the legislature and judiciary.
Q5. From which country’s Constitution has India borrowed the idea of Fundamental Rights?
- Canada
- Ireland
- USA
- UK
Correct Option: 3. USA
Explanation: India adopted the concept of Fundamental Rights from the U.S. Constitution, where they are enforceable through the judiciary.