Q1. Which Article of the Indian Constitution abolishes ‘untouchability’?
a) Article 15
b) Article 17
c) Article 18
d) Article 19
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Correct Answer: b) Article 17
Explanation: Article 17 of the Indian Constitution abolishes ‘untouchability’ and forbids its practice in any form. This is a significant step towards promoting social justice and equality.
Q2. The Right to Equality is guaranteed by which of the following Articles of the Indian Constitution?
a) Article 14 to Article 18
b) Article 19 to Article 22
c) Article 23 to Article 24
d) Article 25 to Article 28
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Correct Answer: a) Article 14 to Article 18
Explanation: Articles 14 to 18 of the Indian Constitution guarantee the Right to Equality. These articles ensure equality before the law and prohibit discrimination on various grounds.
Q3. Which Article provides for the protection of interests of minorities?
a) Article 29
b) Article 30
c) Article 31
d) Article 32
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Correct Answer: a) Article 29
Explanation: Article 29 provides that any section of the citizens residing in the territory of India having a distinct language, script, or culture has the right to conserve the same.
Q4. The Right to Freedom of Religion includes all of the following except:
a) Freedom of conscience
b) Right to profess, practice, and propagate religion
c) Right to education
d) Freedom to manage religious affairs
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Correct Answer: c) Right to education
Explanation: The Right to education is not included under the Right to Freedom of Religion. It is covered under the Right to Education Act and Article 21A for free and compulsory education for children.
Q5. Which Article of the Indian Constitution provides the right to constitutional remedies?
a) Article 32
b) Article 33
c) Article 34
d) Article 35
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Correct Answer: a) Article 32
Explanation: Article 32 of the Indian Constitution provides the right to constitutional remedies which allow individuals to move to the Supreme Court to seek justice when they feel that their rights have been ‘unduly deprived’.
Q6. The term ‘Exploitation’ in the Indian Constitution refers to:
a) Equality before law
b) Abolition of titles
c) Prohibition of traffic in human beings and forced labor
d) Protection of certain rights regarding freedom of speech
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Correct Answer: c) Prohibition of traffic in human beings and forced labor
Explanation: The term ‘Exploitation’ refers to the prohibition of traffic in human beings and forced labor as per Articles 23 and 24 of the Indian Constitution.
Q7. Which Article prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth?
a) Article 14
b) Article 15
c) Article 16
d) Article 17
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Correct Answer: b) Article 15
Explanation: Article 15 of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth.
Q8. The Cultural and Educational Rights are covered under which Articles?
a) Article 29 and Article 30
b) Article 31 and Article 32
c) Article 33 and Article 34
d) Article 35 and Article 36
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Correct Answer: a) Article 29 and Article 30
Explanation: Articles 29 and 30 of the Indian Constitution cover the Cultural and Educational Rights, protecting the interests of minorities by allowing them to preserve their heritage and establish educational institutions.
Q9. Which Article ensures public employment cannot be denied on the grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, descent, place of birth, residence?
a) Article 15
b) Article 16
c) Article 17
d) Article 18
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Correct Answer: b) Article 16
Explanation: Article 16 guarantees equality of opportunity in matters of public employment and states that no citizen shall be ineligible for or discriminated against in respect of any employment or office under the State.
Q10. The practice of child labor is prohibited under which Article?
a) Article 23
b) Article 24
c) Article 25
d) Article 26
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Correct Answer: b) Article 24
Explanation: Article 24 prohibits child labor below the age of 14 years in any factory or mine or engaged in any other hazardous employment.