Q31. The right to practice any profession or to carry on any occupation, trade, or business is provided under which Article?
a) Article 19(1)(g)
b) Article 19(1)(f)
c) Article 19(1)(e)
d) Article 19(1)(d)
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Correct Answer: a) Article 19(1)(g)
Explanation: Article 19(1)(g) provides the right to practice any profession or to carry on any occupation, trade, or business. This right is subject to the state’s authority to impose reasonable restrictions in the interest of the general public.
Q32. Which Article of the Indian Constitution prohibits traffic in human beings and beggar (forced labour)?
a) Article 23
b) Article 24
c) Article 25
d) Article 26
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Correct Answer: a) Article 23
Explanation: Article 23 of the Indian Constitution prohibits traffic in human beings and beggar, as well as other similar forms of forced labour. This is a crucial provision for protecting human dignity and preventing exploitation.
Q33. The Cultural and Educational Rights guaranteed by the Indian Constitution include the right to:
a) Establish and administer educational institutions.
b) Freedom of press.
c) Conduct any trade or business.
d) Start a political party.
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Correct Answer: a) Establish and administer educational institutions.
Explanation: The Cultural and Educational Rights, particularly under Article 30, allow minorities to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice, thereby preserving their culture and ensuring education that is in accordance with their beliefs.
Q34. Which Article of the Indian Constitution provides for the freedom of speech and expression?
a) Article 19(1)(a)
b) Article 19(1)(b)
c) Article 19(1)(c)
d) Article 19(1)(d)
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Correct Answer: a) Article 19(1)(a)
Explanation: Article 19(1)(a) guarantees the freedom of speech and expression. This fundamental right is essential for the expression of personal opinions and the conduct of a democratic society.
Q35. The Right to Constitutional Remedies is enshrined in which Article?
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, allowing individuals to approach the Supreme Court directly in case of any violation of their fundamental rights.
Q36. Which Article of the Indian Constitution prohibits the employment of children below 18 years of age in mines?
a) Article 23
b) Article 24
c) Article 25
d) Article 26
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Correct Answer: b) Article 24
Explanation: Article 24 of the Indian Constitution prohibits the employment of children below the age of 14 years in factories, mines, and other hazardous employment. Additionally, the Mines Act of 1952 prohibits the employment of children below 18 years of age in any mine.
Q37. The Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act was enacted in which year?
a) 1948
b) 1952
c) 1986
d) 2009
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Correct Answer: c) 1986
Explanation: The Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act was enacted in 1986. It aims to prohibit the employment of children in certain hazardous occupations and processes and to regulate the conditions of work of children in other employment.
Q38. What is the minimum age for employment in hazardous occupations as per the Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act?
a) 14 years
b) 16 years
c) 18 years
d) 21 years
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Correct Answer: c) 18 years
Explanation: The Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act sets the minimum age for employment in hazardous occupations at 18 years.
Q39. The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 mandates free and compulsory education for children of which age group?
a) 5 to 13 years
b) 6 to 14 years
c) 6 to 16 years
d) 7 to 17 years
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Correct Answer: b) 6 to 14 years
Explanation: The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 mandates free and compulsory education for children aged 6 to 14 years.
Q40. As per the Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2012, what are the penal provisions applicable to the parents of the underage child employed?
a) Fine only
b) Imprisonment only
c) Both fine and imprisonment
d) No penal provisions for parents
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Correct Answer: c) Both fine and imprisonment
Explanation: The Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2012, includes penal provisions that are applicable to the parents of the underage child employed, which may include both fines and imprisonment.