Q1. Which of the following countries provides dual citizenship at both national and state levels?
- India
- USA
- Canada
- France
Correct Option: 2. USA.
Explanation: The USA follows a federal structure with dual citizenship — one with the nation and another with the respective state. India, however, provides only single citizenship.
Q2. Which Article of the Indian Constitution allows Parliament to prescribe residence as a condition for certain employment?
- Article 15
- Article 19
- Article 16
- Article 14
Correct Option: 3. Article 16.
Explanation: Article 16(3) empowers Parliament to make laws that prescribe residence requirements for public employment in certain states or union territories.
Q3. Which Article prohibits discrimination on the basis of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth?
- Article 14
- Article 15
- Article 16
- Article 19
Correct Option: 2. Article 15.
Explanation: Article 15 bars discrimination by the State based on religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth. It does not mention residence, allowing limited state-based preferences.
Q4. Which Article of the Indian Constitution restricts movement or residence in Scheduled Tribe areas?
- Article 25
- Article 14
- Article 21
- Article 19
Correct Option: 4. Article 19.
Explanation: Although Article 19 guarantees freedom of movement, it allows restrictions for protecting the interests of Scheduled Tribes, including preserving their distinct culture and traditions.
Q5. What was the purpose of Article 35-A (now abrogated)?
- To give Jammu & Kashmir separate citizenship
- To allow Parliament to make laws for state employment
- To define “permanent residents” of Jammu & Kashmir and grant them special privileges
- To restrict the movement of citizens in tribal areas
Correct Option: 3. To define “permanent residents” of Jammu & Kashmir and grant them special privileges.
Explanation: Article 35-A empowered the J&K legislature to define permanent residents and provide them special rights. It was repealed in 2019 during the abrogation of Article 370.