GK Questions on Indian Constitution
Does the President of India have veto power?
(A) Yes
(B) Only for money bills
(C) Nothing is written about this in the constitution
(D) No
Correct Answer : A
What is the maximum period up to which the Proclamation issued by the President / extended by the Parliament under Article 356 of the Constitution can normally remain in force?
(A) six months
(B) one year
(C) two years
(D) until it is repealed by the Parliament
Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
If approved by both houses, President's rule can continue for 6 months. It can be extended for a maximum of 3 years with the approval of the Parliament done every 6 months.
Under which of the following articles the constitutional order in a state is declared to be broken?
(A) Article-352
(B) Article-356
(C) Article-389
(D) Article-392
Correct Answer : B
Under which article of the constitution can a state of emergency be declared in India due to war or external aggression?
(A) Article 356
(B) Article 352
(C) Article 353
(D) Article 354
Correct Answer : B
Under which of the following pardoning power of the President, the term of punishment is reduced without changing its nature?
(A) commutation
(B) avoidance
(C) postponement
(D) procrastination
Correct Answer : B
Explanation :
Under remission, the duration of sentence is reduced without changing its character. Under commutation, the punishment is changed to another. Under respite, less sentence is awarded. Under reprieve, the sentence is suspended temporarily.
The President of India has emergency powers
(A) 4 types
(B) 2 types
(C) 5 types
(D) 3 types
Correct Answer : D
Write the name, Who is the constitutional head of the Government of India?
(A) President
(B) Prime Minister
(C) Chief Justice of India
(D) Attorney General
Correct Answer : A
Which of the following is not appointed by the President of India?
(A) Lok Sabha Speaker
(B) Chief Justice of India
(C) Chief of the Air Force
(D) Chief of Army Staff
Correct Answer : A
What is the tenure of the Prime Minister of India?
(A) With the tenure of the Lok Sabha
(B) With the tenure of the President
(C) As long as it has the support of the majority of the Lok Sabha
(D) Five years
Correct Answer : C
Which of the following process is the Prime Minister of India made by?
(A) election
(B) nomination
(C) appointment
(D) selection
Correct Answer : C
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