Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) from the Given Topics
Why Do We Need a Constitution?
1. What is the primary purpose of a constitution?
A) To limit the rights of citizens
B) To establish laws and principles for governance
C) To give absolute power to the government
D) To enforce religious laws
2. How does a constitution help in decision-making?
A) It gives the ruling party unlimited authority
B) It provides a framework for laws and policies
C) It allows leaders to change rules whenever they want
D) It removes the role of citizens in governance
3. Why is a constitution necessary in a democracy?
A) To maintain order and prevent misuse of power
B) To increase the power of the ruling party
C) To promote dictatorship
D) To control economic policies
4. How does a constitution protect minority groups?
A) By ensuring that only the majority community has rights
B) By giving them special privileges over others
C) By guaranteeing equal rights and protection under the law
D) By excluding them from political participation
5. Which of the following best describes the role of a constitution?
A) It is a set of religious guidelines
B) It is a legal document defining the structure of government
C) It is a temporary agreement between political parties
D) It only applies to certain sections of society
Making of the Indian Constitution
1. Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution?
A) Mahatma Gandhi
B) B.R. Ambedkar
C) Sardar Patel
D) Jawaharlal Nehru
2. Which historical event led to the need for drafting a new Constitution?
A) The Indian Rebellion of 1857
B) The Partition of India in 1947
C) The Battle of Plassey
D) The introduction of the Rowlatt Act
3. How long did the Constituent Assembly take to draft the Indian Constitution?
A) 6 months
B) 1 year
C) 2 years, 11 months, and 18 days
D) 5 years
4. What was the main inspiration behind the Indian Constitution?
A) British laws only
B) Various constitutions of the world
C) Dictatorship models from other countries
D) Laws created by the Mughal Empire
5. Which of the following was NOT a feature of the Constitution-making process?
A) It involved extensive debates and discussions
B) It was drafted secretly without public involvement
C) It considered the diversity of India
D) It aimed at establishing justice and equality
The Path to the Constitution
1. Which of the following was a challenge in framing the Indian Constitution?
A) Deciding the national language
B) Establishing a monarchy
C) Excluding fundamental rights
D) Banning elections
2. What was a significant influence on the framing of the Indian Constitution?
A) The American Revolution
B) The experiences of colonial rule under the British
C) The French monarchy
D) The dictatorship in Germany
3. The Indian Constitution was adopted on:
A) August 15, 1947
B) January 26, 1950
C) January 26, 1949
D) November 26, 1949
4. What principle was emphasized in the Indian Constitution?
A) Rule of the king
B) Social, economic, and political justice
C) Religious rule over governance
D) Complete control of the military over governance
5. How did the Indian Constitution ensure equality?
A) By providing special rights to certain communities only
B) By giving equal rights and protection to all citizens
C) By allowing only the upper class to vote
D) By restricting participation in governance
Answers and Explanations
Why Do We Need a Constitution?
1. Correct Answer: B) To establish laws and principles for governance
• Explanation: A constitution provides the legal framework for a country’s governance .
2. Correct Answer: B) It provides a framework for laws and policies
• Explanation: A constitution ensures that decisions are made following legal guidelines .
3. Correct Answer: A) To maintain order and prevent misuse of power
• Explanation: The constitution limits government power and protects citizens’ rights .
4. Correct Answer: C) By guaranteeing equal rights and protection under the law
• Explanation: The constitution protects minorities from discrimination .
5. Correct Answer: B) It is a legal document defining the structure of government
• Explanation: The constitution outlines the government’s structure and principles .
Making of the Indian Constitution
1. Correct Answer: B) B.R. Ambedkar
• Explanation: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee .
2. Correct Answer: B) The Partition of India in 1947
• Explanation: Independence and partition made drafting a new Constitution necessary .
3. Correct Answer: C) 2 years, 11 months, and 18 days
• Explanation: The Constituent Assembly took nearly three years to complete the Constitution .
4. Correct Answer: B) Various constitutions of the world
• Explanation: The Indian Constitution borrowed ideas from multiple sources .
5. Correct Answer: B) It was drafted secretly without public involvement
• Explanation: The drafting process was open and involved extensive debates .
The Path to the Constitution
1. Correct Answer: A) Deciding the national language
• Explanation: Language, representation, and federalism were key challenges .
2. Correct Answer: B) The experiences of colonial rule under the British
• Explanation: India’s history of British rule influenced its Constitution .
3. Correct Answer: D) November 26, 1949
• Explanation: The Constitution was adopted on November 26, 1949, and came into effect on January 26, 1950 .
4. Correct Answer: B) Social, economic, and political justice
• Explanation: The Constitution aimed at justice and equality for all .
5. Correct Answer: B) By giving equal rights and protection to all citizens
• Explanation: The Constitution ensures equal rights regardless of caste, religion, or gender .
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