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Directive Principles and Duties

42nd Constitutional Amendment Practice Questions

20 free 42nd Constitutional Amendment 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 20 Medium

The 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act was passed in which year?

  1. A 1971
  2. B 1975
  3. C 1976
  4. D 1978

Correct answer: 1976

The 42nd Amendment Act was passed in 1976 during the Emergency. It introduced wide-ranging changes to the Constitution.

Question 2 of 20 Medium

The 42nd Amendment is popularly known as:

  1. A Mini Constitution
  2. B Silent Amendment
  3. C Judicial Amendment
  4. D Federal Amendment

Correct answer: Mini Constitution

The 42nd Amendment is called the 'Mini Constitution' due to its extensive changes. It modified many provisions across the Constitution.

Question 3 of 20 Medium

Which government enacted the 42nd Amendment?

  1. A Congress Government under Indira Gandhi
  2. B Janata Party Government under Morarji Desai
  3. C Bharatiya Janata Party Government
  4. D National Coalition Government

Correct answer: Congress Government under Indira Gandhi

The Congress Government led by Indira Gandhi enacted the 42nd Amendment during the Emergency. It significantly expanded central powers.

Question 4 of 20 Medium

Which words were added to the Preamble by the 42nd Amendment?

  1. A Justice and Liberty
  2. B Socialist and Secular
  3. C Equality and Fraternity
  4. D Republic and Sovereign

Correct answer: Socialist and Secular

The words 'Socialist' and 'Secular' were added to the Preamble. The term 'Integrity' was also included.

Question 5 of 20 Medium

Which new part was added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment?

  1. A Part IIIA
  2. B Part IVA
  3. C Part V
  4. D Part IX

Correct answer: Part IVA

Part IVA was added to include Fundamental Duties. It outlines the responsibilities of citizens.

Question 6 of 20 Medium

Fundamental Duties were added under which Article?

  1. A Article 32
  2. B Article 44
  3. C Article 51A
  4. D Article 300A

Correct answer: Article 51A

Fundamental Duties were added under Article 51A. These duties guide citizens in promoting national values.

Question 7 of 20 Medium

Which of the following is a Fundamental Duty?

  1. A Own property
  2. B Promote harmony
  3. C Claim equal treatment
  4. D Exercise free speech

Correct answer: Promote harmony

Promoting harmony is a Fundamental Duty under Article 51A. It encourages unity among citizens.

Question 8 of 20 Medium

The 42nd Amendment gave precedence to which over Fundamental Rights?

  1. A Judicial authority
  2. B Directive Principles
  3. C Executive supremacy
  4. D Parliamentary sovereignty

Correct answer: Directive Principles

The amendment gave Directive Principles precedence over Fundamental Rights. This strengthened socio-economic goals.

Question 9 of 20 Medium

Which Directive Principle was added by the 42nd Amendment?

  1. A Free legal aid
  2. B Uniform Civil Code
  3. C Village Panchayats
  4. D World peace

Correct answer: Free legal aid

Free legal aid was added as a Directive Principle under Article 39A. It ensures access to justice for all.

Question 10 of 20 Medium

Which Article promoting environmental protection was added by the 42nd Amendment?

  1. A Article 48A
  2. B Article 19A
  3. C Article 32A
  4. D Article 44A

Correct answer: Article 48A

Article 48A was added to promote environmental protection. It directs the state to safeguard forests and wildlife.

Question 11 of 20 Medium

Which of the following Fundamental Duties relates to environmental protection?

  1. A Article 51A(c)
  2. B Article 51A(g)
  3. C Article 32
  4. D Article 44

Correct answer: Article 51A(g)

Article 51A(g) makes it a duty to protect and improve the natural environment. It complements Article 48A.

Question 12 of 20 Medium

Which of the following changes was made to the judiciary by the 42nd Amendment?

  1. A Strengthened judicial review
  2. B Limited judicial review
  3. C Abolished Supreme Court
  4. D Increased independence

Correct answer: Limited judicial review

The amendment attempted to limit judicial review powers. It aimed to reduce interference in legislative actions.

Question 13 of 20 Medium

Which of the following was extended by the 42nd Amendment?

  1. A Term of Lok Sabha
  2. B Term of President
  3. C Term of Supreme Court judges
  4. D Term of Governors

Correct answer: Term of Lok Sabha

The term of Lok Sabha and State Assemblies was extended from 5 to 6 years. This was later reversed by the 44th Amendment.

Question 14 of 20 Medium

Which of the following was introduced to strengthen central authority?

  1. A Federal structure
  2. B Court review
  3. C Local governance
  4. D Unitary bias

Correct answer: Unitary bias

The 42nd Amendment strengthened the unitary features of the Constitution. It increased central control over states.

Question 15 of 20 Medium

Which of the following was affected by the 42nd Amendment?

  1. A Only Directive Principles
  2. B Only Fundamental Rights
  3. C Both Directive Principles and Fundamental Rights
  4. D Neither Directive Principles nor Fundamental Rights

Correct answer: Both Directive Principles and Fundamental Rights

The amendment affected both Directive Principles and Fundamental Rights. It altered the balance between them.

Question 16 of 20 Medium

Which of the following reflects the intent of adding Fundamental Duties?

  1. A Increase individual rights protections
  2. B Limit the power of the judiciary
  3. C Expand executive branch power
  4. D Promote citizens' responsibilities

Correct answer: Promote citizens' responsibilities

Fundamental Duties were added to emphasize responsibilities of citizens. They promote discipline and national unity.

Question 17 of 20 Medium

Which of the following was criticized about the 42nd Amendment?

  1. A Too limited
  2. B Lack of clarity
  3. C Judicial independence
  4. D Authoritarian nature

Correct answer: Authoritarian nature

The amendment was criticized for its authoritarian nature. It was seen as concentrating power in the executive.

Question 18 of 20 Medium

Which amendment later reversed many provisions of the 42nd Amendment?

  1. A 44th Amendment
  2. B 52nd Amendment
  3. C 73rd Amendment
  4. D 86th Amendment

Correct answer: 44th Amendment

The 44th Amendment reversed many changes made by the 42nd Amendment. It restored democratic balance.

Question 19 of 20 Medium

Which of the following best describes Directive Principles after the 42nd Amendment?

  1. A Non-enforceable but strengthened
  2. B Made fully enforceable by courts
  3. C Removed completely from the Constitution
  4. D Converted into Fundamental Rights

Correct answer: Non-enforceable but strengthened

Directive Principles remained non-enforceable but were strengthened. They gained more importance in governance.

Question 20 of 20 Medium

Which of the following best summarizes the 42nd Amendment?

  1. A Expansion of democratic participation
  2. B Reduction of state powers
  3. C Comprehensive judicial reform
  4. D Centralization of executive power

Correct answer: Centralization of executive power

The 42nd Amendment is known for strengthening executive power and centralization. It significantly altered the constitutional framework.

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