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Which of the following does not find mention in the Preamble?

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  1. Sovereign State

  2. Secular state

  3. Democratic Republic

  4. Welfare State

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Preamble is an introductory statement that states the source of authority, date of adoption, guiding principles, etc. Also, it specifies character and values like sovereign, socialist, secular, democratic, republic, justice, liberty, equality, fraternity. The concept of Welfare state is mentioned in Directive Principles of state Policy.

Which one of the following principles in Socialistic Government do you appreciate?

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  1. Religious State

  2. Dictator King

  3. Equality

  4. Capitalism

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The socialistic government follows the ideology of socialism. Socialism emphasizes on social, economic and political equality. This ideology promotes the removal of class difference in society.

India is a democratic republic, because ________________.

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  1. there is independence of judiciary

  2. the Head of the State is elected by the people

  3. there is a distribution of powers between the Centre and the States

  4. there is Parliamentary supremacy

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Option B is the correct answer. India is a democratic republic because the Head of the State is elected by the people. A democratic republic is a representative government where the power resides with the people. People choose and majority decides. 

A person can become a citizen of India even if born outside India if his/her ___________________.

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  1. father is a citizen of India

  2. mother is a citizen of India

  3. father is a citizen of India at the time of the person's birth

  4. father or mother is a citizen of India at the time of the person's birth

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Option D is the correct answer. The provisions of citizens are listed under sections 3, 4, 5(1) and 5(4) of the Citizenship Act, 1955. One of the provisions states that every person born in India on or after 3.12.2004 is a citizen of the country given both his/her parents are Indians or at least one parent is a citizen and the other is not an illegal migrant at the time of birth.

Who among the following fixes the salaries and the allowances of the Speaker of Lok Sabha?

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  1. President

  2. Council of Ministers

  3. Cabinet

  4. Parliament

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Parliament fixes the salaries and the allowances of the Speaker of Lok Sabha. The Salary of Members of Parliament is governed by Salary and Allowances and Pension to Members of Parliament Act 1954 and rules framed there. It’s a Central Act and undergoes through the same procedure as any other Central legislation.

The Indian Constitution comprises of _____________________.

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  1. $395$ Articles, $22$ Parts and $12$ Schedules

  2. $371$ Articles, $21$ Parts and $11$ Schedules

  3. $372$ Articles, $20$ Parts and $7$ Schedules

  4. $381$ Articles, $23$ Parts and $8$ Schedules

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The most unique feature of the Indian Constitution is that it is the lengthiest written Constitution of the World. Thus, it is a very comprehensive and detailed document. Originally Constitution contained a Preamble, 395 Articles divided into 22 parts and Eight Schedules. But the Various amendment carried out since it was enacted has increased the number of articles, Schedules, and Parts.

Which one among the following statements is not correct?
The word 'socialist'in the Preamble of the Constitution of India, read with _______________.

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  1. Article $39$(d), would enable the Court to uphold the constitutionality of nationalization laws

  2. Articles $14$, would enable the Court to strike down a statute which failed to achieve the socialist goal to the fullest extent

  3. Article $25$, would enable the Court to ensure freedom guaranteed under that Article

  4. Article $23$, would enable the Court to reduce inequality in income and status

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Preamble declares India a Secular and Socialistic State. India is a Democratic Socialism which involved nationalization of all means of Production and distribution of wealth and equality of opportunity. Directive Principles of State Policy represents the Socialistic feature of India. Secular state means India remains neutral in the affairs of religion and all religions in our country have the same status. Article 25 to 28 (Fundamental Rights) ensures the secular feature of the Nation.

The part of the Constitution that reflects the mind and ideals of the framers is _________________.

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  1. directive principles

  2. fundamental rights

  3. preamble

  4. citizenship

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Preamble, a preface of the Constitution contains the basic philosophy and fundamental values on which the Constitution is based. It reflects the ideology, dreams and grand vision of makers of the Constitution.

The Preamble of our Constitution __________________.

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  1. is a part of the Constitution

  2. contains the spirit of the Constitution

  3. is a limitation upon the granted power

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Preamble of the Constitution is the Preface or introduction to the Constitution which contains the summary and essence of the Constitution. It contains the ideals and philosophy of the Constitution and is an integral part of the Constitution.

The Constituent Assembly arrived at decisions on the various provisions of the Constitution ___________.

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  1. by a majority vote

  2. by a two-thirds majority

  3. by consensus

  4. unanimously

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Constituent Assembly deliberated over various provisions to be incorporated in Constitution and reached a decision by consensus i.e., unanimity or agreement of all members. The members of Constituent Assembly were very keen in adopting provisions and discussed at great length until the consent of all members is achieved and doubts are extinguished.