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Constitutional Parts Practice Questions

39 free Constitutional Parts practice questions for the Indian Polity. Tap an option to answer — you get instant feedback, the correct answer, and a detailed explanation for every question.

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Question 1 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Indian Constitution deals with the Fundamental Rights of citizens?

  1. A Part II
  2. B Part III
  3. C Part IV
  4. D Part VII

Correct answer: Part III

Part III of the Constitution, spanning Articles 12 to 35, is often referred to as the Magna Carta of India. It contains the fundamental rights guaranteed to all citizens, such as equality before the law and freedom of speech.

Question 2 of 39 Medium

The Directive Principles of State Policy are enumerated in which Part of the Constitution?

  1. A Part III
  2. B Part IV
  3. C Part IV-A
  4. D Part VI

Correct answer: Part IV

Part IV contains the Directive Principles of State Policy (Articles 36 to 51). These are non-justiciable guidelines intended to guide the state in making laws and policies to ensure social and economic justice.

Question 3 of 39 Medium

In which Part was the 'Fundamental Duties' section added by the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976?

  1. A Part IV
  2. B Part IV-A
  3. C Part V
  4. D Part IX-A

Correct answer: Part IV-A

Fundamental Duties were not part of the original Constitution but were added to Part IV-A (Article 51A) following the recommendations of the Swaran Singh Committee. They outline the moral obligations of citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism.

Question 4 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution is dedicated to the 'Union Executive, Parliament, and Judiciary'?

  1. A Part X
  2. B Part V
  3. C Part VI
  4. D Part VIII

Correct answer: Part V

Part V is the largest part of the Constitution and deals with 'The Union'. It covers the President, Vice-President, Prime Minister, Council of Ministers, Parliament, and the Supreme Court.

Question 5 of 39 Medium

The provisions regarding the 'States' (State Executive, Legislature, and High Courts) are found in which Part?

  1. A Part V
  2. B Part VI
  3. C Part VII
  4. D Part IX

Correct answer: Part VI

Part VI outlines the governance structure for the States. It mirrors the structure of Part V, detailing the roles of the Governor, Chief Minister, State Legislature, and High Courts.

Question 6 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution was repealed by the 7th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1956?

  1. A Part VII
  2. B Part IX
  3. C Part XI
  4. D Part XIV

Correct answer: Part VII

Part VII, which dealt with States in Part B of the First Schedule, was repealed in 1956. This was done to give effect to the reorganization of states on a linguistic basis and the abolition of the classification of states.

Question 7 of 39 Medium

The 'Panchayats' were given constitutional status under which Part of the Constitution?

  1. A Part IX
  2. B Part IX-A
  3. C Part IX-B
  4. D Part X

Correct answer: Part IX

Part IX was inserted by the 73rd Amendment Act, 1992, to provide a constitutional framework for Panchayati Raj Institutions. It covers Articles 243 to 243-O.

Question 8 of 39 Medium

Which Part deals specifically with 'The Municipalities'?

  1. A Part IX
  2. B Part IX-B
  3. C Part XI
  4. D Part IX-A

Correct answer: Part IX-A

Part IX-A was added by the 74th Amendment Act, 1992, specifically to govern urban local bodies or Municipalities. It contains provisions for their composition, duration, and powers.

Question 9 of 39 Medium

Part IX-B of the Constitution, added by the 97th Amendment Act, 2011, relates to:

  1. A Scheduled and Tribal Areas
  2. B Official Languages
  3. C Tribunals
  4. D Co-operative Societies

Correct answer: Co-operative Societies

Part IX-B contains provisions for the incorporation, regulation, and winding up of Co-operative Societies. It aims to professionalize the management of these societies and ensure their democratic functioning.

Question 10 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution deals with the 'Scheduled and Tribal Areas'?

  1. A Part V
  2. B Part IX
  3. C Part X
  4. D Part XII

Correct answer: Part X

Part X (Article 244 and 244A) deals with the administration of Scheduled Areas and Tribal Areas. It works in conjunction with the Fifth and Sixth Schedules of the Constitution.

Question 11 of 39 Medium

Relations between the Union and the States (Legislative and Administrative) are described in which Part?

  1. A Part XI
  2. B Part XII
  3. C Part XIII
  4. D Part IX

Correct answer: Part XI

Part XI governs the distribution of legislative and administrative powers between the Centre and the States. It ensures a federal balance while maintaining the supremacy of the Union in specific matters.

Question 12 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution covers 'Finance, Property, Contracts, and Suits'?

  1. A Part XI
  2. B Part XIII
  3. C Part XIV
  4. D Part XII

Correct answer: Part XII

Part XII covers financial relations between the Union and States, including the GST council and the Finance Commission. It also contains Article 300A, which protects the right to property.

Question 13 of 39 Medium

The provisions concerning 'Trade, Commerce, and Intercourse within the territory of India' are found in:

  1. A Part XII
  2. B Part XIV
  3. C Part XVII
  4. D Part XIII

Correct answer: Part XIII

Part XIII (Articles 301 to 307) ensures the freedom of trade and commerce throughout India. It restricts states from imposing discriminatory taxes or barriers on goods from other states.

Question 14 of 39 Medium

Which Part deals with 'Services Under the Union and the States', including Public Service Commissions?

  1. A Part XIV
  2. B Part XIV-A
  3. C Part XV
  4. D Part XVI

Correct answer: Part XIV

Part XIV contains provisions for the All India Services and the Public Service Commissions (UPSC and State PSCs). It outlines the recruitment, conditions of service, and functions of these bodies.

Question 15 of 39 Medium

Administrative Tribunals and Tribunals for other matters are listed in which Part?

  1. A Part XIV
  2. B Part XV
  3. C Part XVIII
  4. D Part XIV-A

Correct answer: Part XIV-A

Part XIV-A was added by the 42nd Amendment Act in 1976. It allows for the establishment of tribunals to adjudicate disputes related to public services and other specific matters like taxation.

Question 16 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution is entirely dedicated to 'Elections'?

  1. A Part XV
  2. B Part XI
  3. C Part XVI
  4. D Part XVII

Correct answer: Part XV

Part XV (Articles 324 to 329) provides the legal basis for the conduct of elections in India. It establishes the Election Commission of India and mandates universal adult suffrage.

Question 17 of 39 Medium

Part XVII of the Indian Constitution is concerned with which of the following?

  1. A Official Language of the Union
  2. B Emergency Provisions
  3. C Special Provisions for certain Classes
  4. D Amendment of the Constitution

Correct answer: Official Language of the Union

Part XVII (Articles 343 to 351) deals with the official language of the Union, regional languages, and the language of the Supreme Court and High Courts. It also outlines the promotion of the Hindi language.

Question 18 of 39 Medium

The 'Emergency Provisions' (National, State, and Financial) are enumerated in which Part?

  1. A Part XIV-A
  2. B Part XVII
  3. C Part XVIII
  4. D Part XX

Correct answer: Part XVIII

Part XVIII (Articles 352 to 360) contains the emergency provisions. These allow the President to take extraordinary measures during war, external aggression, armed rebellion, or financial instability.

Question 19 of 39 Medium

Part XXI of the Constitution deals with 'Temporary, Transitional, and Special Provisions'. Which state was previously governed under Article 370 within this Part?

  1. A Nagaland
  2. B Arunachal Pradesh
  3. C Jammu and Kashmir
  4. D Andhra Pradesh

Correct answer: Jammu and Kashmir

Part XXI contains special provisions for several states, including Nagaland, Assam, and Manipur. Historically, Article 370 provided a special temporary status to Jammu and Kashmir until its provisions were effectively abrogated in 2019.

Question 20 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Indian Constitution deals with Citizenship?

  1. A Part I
  2. B Part III
  3. C Part IV
  4. D Part II

Correct answer: Part II

Part II of the Constitution deals with Citizenship. It defines who are citizens of India at the commencement of the Constitution. It includes Articles 5 to 11.

Question 21 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution contains Fundamental Duties?

  1. A Part III
  2. B Part IV
  3. C Part IVA
  4. D Part V

Correct answer: Part IVA

Fundamental Duties are contained in Part IVA. They were added by the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976. They outline duties of citizens.

Question 22 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution deals with Directive Principles of State Policy?

  1. A Part II
  2. B Part III
  3. C Part IV
  4. D Part V

Correct answer: Part IV

Part IV contains Directive Principles of State Policy. These are guidelines for the government. They aim at establishing a welfare state.

Question 23 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution deals with the Union Executive?

  1. A Part V
  2. B Part VI
  3. C Part VII
  4. D Part X

Correct answer: Part V

Part V deals with the Union Executive. It includes provisions related to the President, Vice-President, and Council of Ministers. It also covers Parliament.

Question 24 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution deals with the States?

  1. A Part V
  2. B Part VII
  3. C Part IX
  4. D Part VI

Correct answer: Part VI

Part VI deals with the States. It includes provisions related to the Governor, State Legislature, and High Courts. It governs state administration.

Question 25 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution deals with Union Territories?

  1. A Part VI
  2. B Part VII
  3. C Part VIII
  4. D Part XIII

Correct answer: Part VIII

Part VIII deals with Union Territories. It provides for their administration. It includes provisions for governance of UTs.

Question 26 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution deals with Panchayats?

  1. A Part VIII
  2. B Part IXA
  3. C Part X
  4. D Part IX

Correct answer: Part IX

Part IX deals with Panchayats. It was added by the 73rd Amendment Act, 1992. It gives constitutional status to local self-government.

Question 27 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution deals with Municipalities?

  1. A Part IX
  2. B Part IXB
  3. C Part X
  4. D Part IXA

Correct answer: Part IXA

Part IXA deals with Municipalities. It was added by the 74th Amendment Act, 1992. It governs urban local bodies.

Question 28 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution deals with Co-operative Societies?

  1. A Part IXA
  2. B Part X
  3. C Part XI
  4. D Part IXB

Correct answer: Part IXB

Part IXB deals with Co-operative Societies. It was added by the 97th Amendment Act, 2011. It promotes democratic functioning of cooperatives.

Question 29 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution deals with Scheduled and Tribal Areas?

  1. A Part IX
  2. B Part I
  3. C Part XII
  4. D Part X

Correct answer: Part X

Part X deals with Scheduled and Tribal Areas. It includes provisions for their administration. It ensures protection of tribal interests.

Question 30 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution deals with relations between Union and States?

  1. A Part X
  2. B Part XII
  3. C Part XIII
  4. D Part XI

Correct answer: Part XI

Part XI deals with relations between Union and States. It covers legislative and administrative relations. It defines distribution of powers.

Question 31 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution deals with Finance, Property, Contracts, and Suits?

  1. A Part XI
  2. B Part XIII
  3. C Part XIV
  4. D Part XII

Correct answer: Part XII

Part XII deals with Finance, Property, Contracts, and Suits. It includes provisions related to financial administration. It governs fiscal matters.

Question 32 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution deals with Trade, Commerce, and Intercourse?

  1. A Part VIII
  2. B Part XIV
  3. C Part XV
  4. D Part XIII

Correct answer: Part XIII

Part XIII deals with Trade, Commerce, and Intercourse within India. It ensures free trade across states. It prevents barriers.

Question 33 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution deals with Services under Union and States?

  1. A Part XIII
  2. B Part XV
  3. C Part XVI
  4. D Part XIV

Correct answer: Part XIV

Part XIV deals with services under the Union and States. It includes provisions for Public Service Commissions. It ensures efficient administration.

Question 34 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution deals with Elections?

  1. A Part IX
  2. B Part XVI
  3. C Part XVII
  4. D Part XV

Correct answer: Part XV

Part XV deals with Elections. It includes provisions related to the Election Commission. It ensures free and fair elections.

Question 35 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution deals with Special Provisions for certain classes?

  1. A Part XV
  2. B Part XVII
  3. C Part XVIII
  4. D Part XVI

Correct answer: Part XVI

Part XVI deals with special provisions for SCs, STs, and other classes. It includes reservations. It ensures social justice.

Question 36 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution deals with Official Language?

  1. A Part XVI
  2. B Part XVIII
  3. C Part XIX
  4. D Part XVII

Correct answer: Part XVII

Part XVII deals with Official Language. It includes provisions related to Hindi and English. It governs language use in administration.

Question 37 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution deals with Emergency Provisions?

  1. A Part XXIII
  2. B Part XIX
  3. C Part XX
  4. D Part XVIII

Correct answer: Part XVIII

Part XVIII deals with Emergency Provisions. It includes National, State, and Financial emergencies. It gives special powers to the Centre.

Question 38 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution deals with Amendment of the Constitution?

  1. A Part XI
  2. B Part XXI
  3. C Part XXII
  4. D Part XX

Correct answer: Part XX

Part XX deals with Amendment of the Constitution. It consists of Article 368. It defines the procedure for amendments.

Question 39 of 39 Medium

Which Part of the Constitution deals with Temporary, Transitional, and Special Provisions?

  1. A Part XX
  2. B Part XXII
  3. C Part XXIII
  4. D Part XXI

Correct answer: Part XXI

Part XXI deals with Temporary, Transitional, and Special Provisions. It includes provisions for specific states. It addresses unique situations.

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