Prelims Test Morning 14 July 2026

Q1. With reference to the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements:

1. India is described as a federation in the Constitution.
2. The Constitution permits reorganization of States without requiring their consent.
3. The Union possesses residuary legislative powers.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q2.Which of the following constitutional provisions strengthen the unitary character of the Indian polity?

1. Appointment of Governors by the President
2. Integrated Judiciary
3. Single Citizenship
4. Separate State Constitutions

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Q3. Which of the following best distinguishes the Indian federation from a classical federation like the United States?

Q4. Consider the following statements:

1. The Constitution of India combines rigidity with flexibility.
2. Every Constitutional Amendment requires ratification by at least half of the State Legislatures.
3. Parliament alone can amend certain provisions of the Constitution by a simple majority.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q5. Which of the following are essential features of a federal polity?

1. Dual polity
2. Supremacy of the Constitution
3. Independent Judiciary
4. Parliamentary system of government

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Q6.In the context of Indian constitutional design, which one of the following is not a unitary feature?

Q7. Consider the following statements regarding the Indian Constitution:

1. It establishes a parliamentary system at both the Union and State levels.
2. It provides for a dual polity.
3. It provides separate Constitutions for all States.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q 8. Which of the following constitutional features primarily ensure the supremacy of the Constitution?

1. Judicial Review
2. Written Constitution
3. Division of Legislative Powers
4. Rule of Law

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Q9. Consider the following statements:

1. The Constitution establishes a federal system with a strong Centre.
2. During a National Emergency, the federal system may temporarily assume a unitary character.
3. During a National Emergency, State Legislatures cease to exist.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q10.Which of the following are regarded as constitutional mechanisms for maintaining the unity and integrity of India?

1. Single Citizenship
2. Integrated Election Commission
3. All India Services
4. Integrated Judiciary

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Q11.Which one of the following constitutional features is not generally regarded as a characteristic of the Indian Constitution?