Prelims Test Evening Batch 02 Sept 2026

Q1. With reference to Article 16 of the Constitution, consider the following statements:

1. Equality of opportunity in matters of public employment is guaranteed only to citizens.

2. Parliament can prescribe residence requirements for certain classes of public employment.

3.Reservation in public employment under Article 16(4) is a fundamental right of backward classes.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q2. With reference to reservations under Article 16, consider the following statements:

1. Article 16(4) enables reservation for backward classes that are not adequately represented in State services.

2.Article 16(4A) deals with reservation in promotion for SCs and STs.

3. Article 16(4B) permits carrying forward unfilled reserved vacancies as a separate class of vacancies.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q3. Consider the following statements regarding Article 17 of the Constitution:

1.It abolishes untouchability in all forms.

2.Its enforcement is limited only to actions of the State.

3. The Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 gives effect to this constitutional provision.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q4. Which one of the following is the most appropriate interpretation of Article 17 ?

Q5. With reference to Article 18 of the Constitution, consider the following statements:

1. The State cannot confer any title except military or academic distinctions.

2.Indian citizens cannot accept any title from a foreign State.

3.A person holding an office of profit or trust under the State can accept a present from a foreign State with the consent of the President.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q6. Which of the following distinctions is not prohibited by Article 18?

Q7. With reference to Article 19, consider the following statements:

1.The freedoms under Article 19 are available only to citizens.

2.Freedom of speech and expression includes the right to freedom of press.

3.The right to assemble peacefully and without arms is an absolute right.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q8.Which of the following freedoms are guaranteed under Article 19(1)?

1. Freedom of speech and expression

2. Freedom to assemble peacefully and without arms

3. Freedom to form associations or unions or cooperative societies

4. Freedom of movement throughout India

5. Freedom of conscience and free profession of religion

Select the correct answer using the code below:

Q9. With reference to reasonable restrictions on Article 19, consider the following pairs:

Freedom                                                                                         Ground for restriction

1. Freedom of speech and expression                                            Sovereignty and integrity of India

2. Freedom to assemble peacefully                                               Public order

3. Freedom to form associations                                                   Morality

4. Freedom of movement                                                             General public interest

Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?

Q10. Consider the following statements regarding Article 19:

1.The right to strike is a fundamental right under Article 19.

2.The right to form associations under Article 19 includes the right to become a member of any association.

3.The freedom of speech and expression can be restricted on grounds of contempt of court.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?