Q1. Which of the following is not a federal feature of the Indian Constitution?
- Supremacy of the Constitution
- Division of Powers
- Single Citizenship
- Bicameral Legislature
Correct Option: 3. Single Citizenship
Explanation: Single citizenship is a unitary feature. In a typical federation like the USA, citizens enjoy dual citizenship—national and state.
Q2. Which of the following cases laid down the Basic Structure Doctrine of the Constitution?
- Maneka Gandhi Case (1978)
- Golaknath Case (1967)
- Minerva Mills Case (1980)
- Kesavananda Bharati Case (1973)
Correct Option: 4. Kesavananda Bharati Case (1973)
Explanation: This landmark case established that the Parliament cannot alter the basic structure of the Constitution even through amendments.
Q3. The Indian Constitution is regarded as the lengthiest in the world. Which of the following is not a reason for this?
- Influence of the American Constitution
- Single Constitution for Union and States
- Vast geographical and social diversity
- Legalistic nature of the drafters
Correct Option: 1. Influence of the American Constitution
Explanation: While some concepts are borrowed from the U.S., the length of the Indian Constitution is mainly due to the legacy of the Government of India Act, 1935, diversity, and detailed provisions—not American influence.
Q4. Which of the following terms is not associated with the Indian federal system?
- Quasi-federal
- Cooperative federalism
- Bargaining federalism
- Confederation of states
Correct Option: 4. Confederation of states
Explanation: India is a Union of States, not a confederation. In a confederation, states retain sovereignty and can secede, which is not allowed in India.
Q5. The Parliamentary form of Government in India is primarily inspired by which country’s system?
- USA
- France
- UK
- Japan
Correct Option: 3. UK
Explanation: India adopted the British parliamentary model, with features like collective responsibility of the executive, a nominal head of state, and the role of a Prime Minister.