What Do You Know About Constitution Of India?

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    Who among the following was the chairman of the drafting committee of the Indian Constitution?

    • Rajendra Prasad
    • BR Ambedkar
    • Tej BAhadur Sapru
    • C Rajgopalachari
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What do you know about constitution of India? In the year 1950, India’s new constitution started being implemented, and it was created to replace the one built-in 1935. The signing of this constitution was of importance to the people of India as it signified their freedom from the colonizers. Take the quiz and see how well you know the basics of the constitution.

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  • 2. 

    India become a Sovereign democratic republic on

    • Aug 15, 1947

    • Jan 30, 1948

    • Jan 26, 1950

    • Nov 26, 1929

    Correct Answer
    A. Jan 26, 1950
    Explanation
    On January 26, 1950, India became a sovereign democratic republic. This is the correct answer because on this date, the Constitution of India came into effect, replacing the Government of India Act (1935) as the governing document of India. The Constitution established India as a sovereign nation with a democratic form of government, where the power lies with the people. It also outlined the fundamental rights and duties of Indian citizens and provided a framework for the functioning of the government. Therefore, January 26, 1950, marks a significant milestone in India's history as it transitioned into a republic.

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  • 3. 

    Who was the president of the Constituent Assembly?

    • Pt Jawaharlal Prasad

    • Dr Rajendra Prasad

    • Dr BR Ambedkar

    • C Rajgopalachari

    Correct Answer
    A. Dr Rajendra Prasad
    Explanation
    Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the president of the Constituent Assembly. He served as the first President of India from 1950 to 1962. Prasad played a crucial role in the drafting of the Indian Constitution and was elected as the president of the Constituent Assembly in 1946. He was known for his leadership qualities and his commitment to the principles of democracy and social justice. Prasad's contribution to the framing of the constitution and his subsequent role as the President of India makes him the correct answer to this question.

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  • 4. 

    The constitution of India was adopted by the

    • Governor General

    • British Parliament

    • Constituent Assembly

    • Parliament of India

    Correct Answer
    A. Constituent Assembly
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Constituent Assembly because the constitution of India was indeed adopted by the Constituent Assembly. The Constituent Assembly was a body of representatives elected by the people of India to draft and finalize the constitution. It was responsible for discussing and debating various provisions of the constitution and ultimately adopting it on November 26, 1949. The constitution came into effect on January 26, 1950, marking the establishment of the Republic of India.

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  • 5. 

    The Council of States in India is generally known as

    • Lok Sabha

    • Parliament

    • Raj Sabha

    • AD hoc Committee

    Correct Answer
    A. Raj Sabha
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Raj Sabha because the Council of States in India is the upper house of the Parliament, also known as the Rajya Sabha. It is composed of members who are elected by the members of the State Legislative Assemblies. The Rajya Sabha plays a crucial role in the legislative process by reviewing and suggesting amendments to bills proposed by the Lok Sabha (lower house) and representing the interests of the states in the central government.

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  • 6. 

    The Constituent Assemble for un divide India first met on

    • 6th December,1946

    • 9th December,1946

    • 20th February 1947

    • 3rd June 1947

    Correct Answer
    A. 9th December,1946
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 9th December,1946. This was the date when the Constituent Assembly for undivided India first met. The Constituent Assembly was formed to draft the constitution for the newly independent India. It consisted of representatives from various political parties and groups, and its first meeting marked the beginning of the process of formulating the constitution.

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  • 7. 

    The design of the national flag was adopted by the constituent assembly of India in

    • July, 1948

    • July, 1950

    • July, 1947

    • August, 1947

    Correct Answer
    A. July, 1947
    Explanation
    The correct answer is July, 1947. This is because the design of the national flag of India was adopted by the constituent assembly in July 1947, just before India gained independence from British rule on August 15, 1947.

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  • 8. 

    The idea of the constitution of India was first of all given by

    • Mahatama Gandhi

    • Dr BR Ambedkar

    • Jawaharlal Nehru

    • MN Roy

    Correct Answer
    A. MN Roy
    Explanation
    MN Roy is credited with being one of the first proponents of the idea of a constitution for India. He was a prominent Indian revolutionary and political theorist who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement. Roy's ideas on constitutionalism and governance influenced many leaders of the time, including Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Dr BR Ambedkar. While the final drafting and implementation of the Indian constitution was carried out by a committee led by Dr BR Ambedkar, MN Roy's contributions to the idea of a constitution cannot be overlooked.

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    Who was the first Foreign Minister of free India?

    • Jawaharlal Nehru

    • Gulzari Lal Nanda

    • Lal Bahadur Shastri

    • John Mathai

    Correct Answer
    A. Jawaharlal Nehru
    Explanation
    Jawaharlal Nehru was the first Foreign Minister of free India because he played a significant role in shaping India's foreign policy after independence. As the Prime Minister of India from 1947 to 1964, Nehru actively engaged in international diplomacy and represented India on various global platforms. He advocated for non-alignment, promoted peace and disarmament, and worked towards building strong relationships with other countries. Nehru's leadership in foreign affairs laid the foundation for India's independent stance in international relations and established him as a key figure in shaping India's foreign policy.

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  • 10. 

    The Government of India Act 1935 vested the residuary power in the

    • British Parliament

    • Federal Legislature

    • State Legislature

    • Government General

    Correct Answer
    A. Government General
    Explanation
    The Government of India Act 1935 vested the residuary power in the Government General. This means that any powers or responsibilities not specifically assigned to the British Parliament, Federal Legislature, or State Legislature would be held by the Government General. The Government General was the highest authority in British India and was responsible for overseeing the administration of the country. They had the authority to make decisions and enact laws on matters that were not explicitly assigned to other governing bodies.

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