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Consider the following statements regarding features of the Consistent Assembly:
1. Indian Independence Act of 1947 maintained that the Constituent Assembly was a fully sovereign body.
2. Constituent Assembly composed representatives of Princely states which were nominated by the people of the princely states.
3. Seats allocated to each British province were divided among all communities, in proportion to their population.
Which of the above statements is/are not correct?
  • a)
    3 only
  • b)
    1 and 3 only
  • c)
    2 only
  • d)
    1, 2 and 3
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Incorrect Statement in Features of the Consistent Assembly:

1. Indian Independence Act of 1947 maintained that the Constituent Assembly was a fully sovereign body.

Explanation:
This statement is correct. The Indian Independence Act of 1947 declared that the Constituent Assembly was a fully sovereign body to frame the Constitution of India.

2. Constituent Assembly composed representatives of Princely states which were nominated by the people of the princely states.

Explanation:
This statement is incorrect. The representatives of Princely states were not nominated by the people of the princely states. They were nominated by the rulers of the princely states.

3. Seats allocated to each British province were divided among all communities, in proportion to their population.

Explanation:
This statement is correct. Seats allocated to each British province were divided among all communities in proportion to their population.

Therefore, the correct answer is option (c) 2 only.

Consider the following statements regarding the Committees of the Constituent Assembly:
1. Only the members of the assembly could become the chairman of these committees.
2. Vallabhbhai Patel was the chairman of the Advisory Committee on Fundamental Rights, Minorities and Tribal and Excluded Areas.
Which of the above statements is/are not correct?
  • a)
    2 only
  • b)
    Both 1 and 2
  • c)
    1 only 
  • d)
    Neither 1 nor 2
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Pooja Shah answered
Only the members of the assembly could become the chairman of these committees.
  • This statement is not correct. While most chairpersons were indeed members of the Constituent Assembly, there were exceptions. For example, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, who chaired the Drafting Committee, was initially not a member of the Assembly elected from the British Indian provinces but was later included as a representative of the Bengal Presidency after the partition of India. Therefore, this statement might be misleading without the context of such exceptions.
Vallabhbhai Patel was the chairman of the Advisory Committee on Fundamental Rights, Minorities and Tribal and Excluded Areas.
  • This statement is correct. Vallabhbhai Patel indeed chaired the Advisory Committee on Fundamental Rights, Minorities, and Tribal and Excluded Areas. This committee was pivotal in shaping the rights and safeguards to be included in the Indian Constitution.
So, the incorrect statement is 1 only.

Consider the following statements:
1. Prem Behari Narain Raizada was the calligrapher of the Indian Constitution.
2. The calligraphy of the Hindi version of the original constitution was done by Beohar Rammanohar Sinha.
3. Nand Lal Bose illuminated, beautified and ornamented the original Preamble.
Which of the statement given above is/are not correct?
  • a)
    1 and 2 only
  • b)
    2 and 3 only
  • c)
    2 only
  • d)
    1, 2 and 3
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Ayush Kulkarni answered
Statement 1 is correct, but statement 2 and 3 needs to be corrected.
Statement 1 is correct. Prem Behari Narain Raizada was the calligrapher of the original Indian Constitution, which was adopted on November 26, 1949. Raizada was a renowned calligrapher, and his work on the Constitution is considered a masterpiece of calligraphy.
Statement 3 needs to be corrected. The Preamble and other pages of the original constitution were designed and painted by Beohar Rammanohar Sinha.
However, statement 2 needs to be corrected. The calligraphy of the Hindi version of the original constitution was not done by Beohar Rammanohar Sinha. It was actually done by another renowned calligrapher, Vasant Krishnan Vaidya. Sinha was a prominent artist and sculptor who had contributed to the design of the emblem of the Government of India, but he was not involved in the calligraphy of the Constitution.

Consider the following statements:
I. The Interim Government of India formed the Constituent Assembly in 1946.
II. The Muslim League did not participate in the formation of the Interim Government.
III. In 1946, only 296 seats in the Constituent Assembly were open for assigned to the British Indian provinces. 
Choose the statements which is true :
  • a)
    I and II
  • b)
    None of the above
  • c)
    I and III
  • d)
    III
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Bhaskar Ghosh answered
Explanation:

Formation of Constituent Assembly:

- The Interim Government of India formed the Constituent Assembly in 1946.
- The Constituent Assembly was formed to draft a Constitution for India.
- The Constituent Assembly consisted of representatives of the people of India.

Participation of Muslim League:

- The Muslim League did not participate in the formation of the Interim Government.
- The Muslim League demanded a separate nation for Muslims, which led to the partition of India.

Indirect Elections:

- In 1946, only 296 seats in the Constituent Assembly were open for indirect elections.
- The rest of the seats were to be filled by direct elections.
- The indirect elections were held by the Provincial Legislative Assemblies.

Answer:

Option C is the correct answer as both statements I and II are true.

Consider the following statements:
1. With the adoption of the Constitution in 26 November 1949, the Government of India Act, 1935 ceased to exist.
2. The Constitution as of 26 November 1949 contained only 8 Schedules.
Choose the incorrect statement(s):
  • a)
    None of the Above
  • b)
    Only 2
  • c)
    Only 1
  • d)
    Both of them
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Rhea Kulkarni answered
The incorrect statement is 1.

Explanation:
1. The Government of India Act, 1935 did not cease to exist immediately after the adoption of the Constitution on 26th November 1949. The Constitution of India was adopted on 26th November 1949, but it came into effect on 26th January 1950, which is celebrated as Republic Day. The Government of India Act, 1935 was not fully repealed until the enforcement of the Constitution on 26th January 1950.

2. The statement is correct. The original Constitution of India, as adopted on 26th November 1949, contained only 8 Schedules. Later, through various amendments, the number of Schedules increased to the current 12 Schedules.

Who was chosen as the interim President of the Constituent Assembly in its first meeting held on December 9, 1946?
  • a)
    Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru
  • b)
    Sachchidanand Sinha
  • c)
    H.C. Mukherjee
  • d)
    B. R. Ambedkar
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Sanjay Rana answered
The Constituent Assembly held its first meeting on December 9, 1946. The Muslim League boycotted 
the meeting and insisted on a separate state of Pakistan. The meeting was thus attended by only 211 
members. Dr Sachchidananda Sinha, the oldest member, was elected as the temporary President of 
the Assembly, following the French practice. 
Later, on December 11, 1946, Dr Rajendra Prasad and H C Mukherjee were elected as the President 
and Vice-President of the Assembly respectively.

Who is the Chief architect of the Constitution of India?
  • a)
    S.N. Mukherjee
  • b)
    B.N. Rau
  • c)
    B.R. Ambedkar
  • d)
    H.V.R. Iyengar
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Ojasvi Mehta answered
Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, popularly known as Baba Saheb, was the chief architect of the Indian Constitution. A veritable emancipator of Dalits, a great national leader and patriot, a great author, a great educationist, a great political philosopher, a great religious guide and above he was great himself without any parallel among his contemporaries.

Consider the following statements regarding the Committees of the Constituent Assembly:
1. Only the members of the assembly could become the chairman of these committees.
2. Mahatma Gandhi was  the chairman of the Advisory Committee on Fundamental Rights, Minorities and Tribal and Excluded Areas.
Which of the above statements is/are not correct?
  • a)
    1 only
  • b)
    Both 1 and 2
  • c)
    2 only
  • d)
    Neither 1 nor 2  
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Meera Singh answered
Statement 1: Only the members of the assembly could become the chairman of these committees.
This statement is correct. The Committees of the Constituent Assembly were comprised of members of the assembly, and typically, one of the members would be elected as the chairman of each committee.

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was the chairman of advisory committee of fundamental rights and minorities by the constituent assembly

Constitution of India was passed and adopted on:
  • a)
    24 January 1950
  • b)
    26 January 1950
  • c)
    26 November 1949
  • d)
    29 August 1947
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Priya Menon answered
The Constitution of India was adopted on 26 November, 1949 and the hon'ble members appended their signatures to it on 24 January, 1950. In all, 284 members actually signed the Constitution. On that day when the Constitution was being signed, it was drizzling outside and it was interpreted as a sign of a good omen.

Arrange the following events in their correct chronological order:
1. Ratification of India’s membership of the Commonwealth
2. Adoption of National Flag
3. Adoption of National Anthem
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
  • a)
    2-1-3 
  • b)
    1-3-2
  • c)
    2-3-1   
  • d)
    1-2-3
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Pooja Shah answered
the specific dates of each event:
  1. Adoption of National Flag: India adopted its national flag on July 22, 1947.
  2. Ratification of India’s membership of the Commonwealth: India became a member of the Commonwealth on January 26, 1949.
  3. Adoption of National Anthem: The Indian national anthem "Jana Gana Mana" was adopted on January 24, 1950.
Thus, the correct chronological order is:  2 - 1 - 3 .

Who was the chief draftsman of the constitution in the Constituent Assembly?
  • a)
    B.N. Rau
  • b)
    S. N Mukherjee
  • c)
    H.V.R Iyengar
  • d)
    Prem Bihari Narain
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Ameya Malik answered
The chief draftsman of the constitution in the Constituent Assembly was B.R. Ambedkar.

Explanation:

- B.R. Ambedkar was a prominent leader and a member of the Constituent Assembly which was formed to draft the constitution of India.
- He played a crucial role in the drafting of the constitution and was the chief architect of the constitution.
- He was appointed as the chairman of the drafting committee which was responsible for preparing the first draft of the constitution.
- Ambedkar was a prolific writer and his extensive knowledge of constitutional law helped him in drafting the constitution.
- He worked tirelessly for almost two years to prepare the draft of the constitution and presented it to the Constituent Assembly on 4th November 1947.
- The constitution was finally adopted on 26th January 1950 and came into effect on that day.
- B.R. Ambedkar is often referred to as the father of the Indian Constitution and his contribution to the drafting of the constitution is widely recognized.

Who among the following introduced local self government in India?
a)Lord Mountbatten       
b)Lord Ripon         
c)Lord Cunning         
d)Lord Macaulay
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Aditya Kumar answered
The real bench marking of the government policy on decentralization can however be attributed to lord Ripon who in his famous resolution on local self government on may 18 1882, recognized the twin considerations of local government:
a) Administrative efficiency 
b) Political education.
The ripon resolution, which focused on towns, provided for local bodies consisting of a large majority of elected non official members and presided over by a non official chairperson.

Who put forward the idea of a Constituent Assembly for India for the first time?
  • a)
    B.R. Ambedkar
  • b)
    S.N. Mukherjee
  • c)
    M.N. Roy
  • d)
    K. M. Munshi
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Deepa Iyer answered
M.N Roy, a pioneer of the communist movement in India and an advocate of radical Democracy was the person who for the first time in 1934 put forth the Idea an Indian Constituent Assembly for framing of Constitution of India for and according to Indians.

Which animal was appointed as a symbol of the Constituent Assembly?
  • a)
    Lion
  • b)
    Tiger
  • c)
    Peacock
  • d)
    Elephant
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Arshiya Joshi answered
The correct answer is option D, Elephant.

Explanation:
The Constituent Assembly of India, which was responsible for drafting the Constitution of India, adopted the emblem of an elephant as its symbol in 1947.

Here are some reasons why the elephant was chosen as a symbol:

1. Significance in Indian culture: Elephants have been an important part of Indian culture and history for centuries. They are revered as symbols of strength, wisdom, and prosperity.

2. Unity in diversity: Elephants are found in many parts of India and are respected by people of different religions, castes, and communities. Similarly, the Constituent Assembly aimed to create a Constitution that would unite the diverse people of India.

3. Constitutional values: Elephants are known for their loyalty, courage, and sense of responsibility. These are also values that are important for a strong and effective Constitution.

4. Historical connection: The elephant has also been associated with the Maurya Empire, which was one of the greatest empires in ancient India. The Mauryan Emperor Ashoka used the image of four elephants standing back-to-back as the symbol of his reign.

In conclusion, the elephant was chosen as a symbol of the Constituent Assembly because of its significance in Indian culture, its ability to represent unity in diversity, its association with important constitutional values, and its historical connection to ancient India.

Which of the animal was carved on the seal of the Constituent Assembly?
  • a)
    Lion
  • b)
    Peacock
  • c)
    Elephant
  • d)
    Tiger
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Anshul Saini answered
The elephant was adopted as the symbol of the Constituent Assembly. Thus, its figurine was carved on the seal of the assembly.

Consider the following statements:
1. Constituent Assembly adopted the national flag on July 22, 1947.
2. Constituent Assembly adopted the national anthem on January 24, 1950.
3. Constituent Assembly elected Dr Rajendra Prasad as the first President of India on January 24, 1950.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
  • a)
    1 ,2, 3 only
  • b)
    2 and 3 only
  • c)
    1 and 2 only 
  • d)
    2 only
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Deepak Chauhan answered
The constituent assembly adopted the national flag on July 22, 1947. It adopted the national anthem on January 24, 1950. It adopted the national song on January 24, 1950. It elected Dr Rajendra Prasad as the first President of India on January 26, 1950.
The Constituent Assembly adopted the national flag on July 22, 1947. On this day, the tricolor flag of India, consisting of saffron, white and green stripes and a navy blue wheel at its center, was adopted as India's national flag. The Constituent Assembly adopted the national anthem on January 24, 1950. The national anthem, titled Jana Gana Mana, was composed by the Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore and was adopted as India's national anthem. The Constituent Assembly elected Dr Rajendra Prasad as the first President of India on January 24, 1950. Dr Prasad was the first President of India, and he served from 1950 to 1962.

Who put forward the idea of a Constituent Assembly for India for the first time?
  • a)
    B.R. Ambedkar
  • b)
    S.N. Mukherjee
  • c)
    M.N. Roy
  • d)
    K. M. Munshi
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Kabir Verma answered
The idea of a Constituent Assembly for India was put forward for the first time by M. N. Roy, a pioneer of the communist movement in India, in 1934.

Consider the following statements:
1. January 26 was specifically chosen as the ‘date of commencement’ of the Constitution because on this day in 1930 that Poorna Swaraj day was celebrated.
2. With the commencement of the Constitution, the Indian Independence Act of 1947 and the Abolition of Privy Council Jurisdiction Act (1949) was repealed.
Which of the following statements above is/are not correct?
  • a)
    1 only
  • b)
    2 only
  • c)
    Both 1 and 2
  • d)
    Neither 1 nor 2
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Pooja Shah answered
January 26 was specifically chosen as the ‘date of commencement’ of the Constitution because on this day in 1930 that Poorna Swaraj day was celebrated, following the resolution of the Lahore Session (December 1929) of the INC.
With the commencement of the Constitution, the Indian Independence Act of 1947 and the Government of India Act of 1935, with all enactments amending or supplementing the latter Act, were repealed. The Abolition of Privy Council Jurisdiction Act (1949) was however continued.

The Poona pact (1932) upheld
  • a)
    Joint electorate         
  • b)
    Separate electorate
  • c)
    Joint electorate with reserved seats for the scheduled castes
  • d)
    Joint electorate with reserved seats for the caste Hindus
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

The Poona Pact was an agreement signed on September 24, 1932, between Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. It was a compromise between the two leaders regarding the issue of separate electorates for the Dalits or the Scheduled Castes.

The correct option is (c) Joint electorate with reserved seats for the Scheduled Castes.

Explanation:

Background:

The British Government had introduced the system of separate electorates for the Dalits through the Communal Award in 1932. This meant that the Dalits would have their own electorates and would vote only for Dalit candidates.

However, Mahatma Gandhi was strongly opposed to this system as he believed that it would create further divisions in the Indian society. He argued that the Dalits should be integrated into the mainstream society and should not be treated as a separate community.

On the other hand, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the leader of the Dalits, was in favor of separate electorates as he believed that it was the only way to ensure political representation for the Dalits.

Agreement:

The Poona Pact was signed after a series of negotiations between Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. The key features of the agreement were:

- The system of separate electorates for the Dalits was abolished.
- Instead, a joint electorate was introduced where all communities would vote together.
- However, to ensure political representation for the Dalits, reserved seats were provided in the legislature and other elected bodies.
- The number of reserved seats would be in proportion to the population of the Dalits in a particular region.
- The system of reservation would be in place for a period of ten years.

Significance:

The Poona Pact was a significant event in the Indian freedom struggle as it resolved a major conflict between the leaders of the Dalits and the mainstream nationalist movement. It helped in the integration of the Dalits into the mainstream society and ensured political representation for them.

The agreement also marked a victory for Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy of non-violent resistance and his belief in the unity of the Indian society.

Conclusion:

The Poona Pact remains a significant event in the history of India as it paved the way for the integration of the Dalits into the mainstream society and ensured their political representation. It was a compromise between the two leaders that helped in resolving a major conflict and united the Indian society in the fight against the British colonial rule.

Which of the following was the basis on which the government of India Act 1919 was made?
  • a)
    The council Act of 1909                               
  • b)
    Montague’s Declaration 1917
  • c)
    The victory of England in World War-I         
  • d)
    None of the above
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Priya Desai answered
-Chelmsford Reforms of 1919
c)Simon Commission Report of 1928
d)The recommendations of the Nehru Report of 1928

The correct answer is a) The council Act of 1909. The Government of India Act 1919, also known as the Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms, was based on the Council Act of 1909. The Act of 1909 had introduced a limited form of representative government in India by expanding the legislative councils and allowing for some elected members. The Government of India Act 1919 further expanded the legislative councils and introduced provincial autonomy.

Consider the following statements regarding features of the Consistent Assembly:
1. Indian Independence Act of 1947 maintained that the Constituent Assembly was a fully sovereign body.
2. Constituent Assembly composed representatives of Princely states which were nominated by the people of the princely states.
3. Seats allocated to each British province were divided among all communities, in proportion to their population.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
  • a)
    2 and 3 only
  • b)
    1 and 3 only
  • c)
    1 only
  • d)
    1,2 and 3 only
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Jaya Mehta answered
 1 only. Statement 1 is correct; the Indian Independence Act of 1947 maintained that the Constituent Assembly was a fully sovereign body. Statement 2 is incorrect as the representatives of Princely States were appointed by the rulers of the Princely States and not nominated by the people. Statement 3 is also incorrect as the seats allocated to each British province were divided among the three major religious communities, namely Hindu, Muslim and Sikh, in proportion to their population.

Consider the following statements:
1. Constituent Assembly adopted the national flag on July 22, 1947.
2. Constituent Assembly adopted the national anthem on January 24, 1950.
3. Constituent Assembly elected Dr Rajendra Prasad as the first President of India on January 24, 1950.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
  • a)
    1, 2 and 3.
  • b)
    2 and 3 only
  • c)
    1 and 3 only
  • d)
    1 and 2 only
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Explanation:

1. The Constituent Assembly adopted the national flag of India on July 22, 1947. The flag consists of three horizontal stripes of saffron, white, and green, with the Ashoka Chakra (24-spoke wheel) in the center.

2. The Constituent Assembly adopted the national anthem, "Jana Gana Mana," written by Rabindranath Tagore, on January 24, 1950.

3. Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected as the first President of India by the Constituent Assembly on January 24, 1950. He took the oath of office on 26 January 1950.

Consider the following table and find the wrong matches:
  • a)
    1, 2 and 3
  • b)
    1 and 3
  • c)
    2 and 3
  • d)
    1, 2 and 4
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Debolina Bose answered
The Credential Committee was headed by Alladi Krishnaswamy Aiyer and the House Committee was chaired by Pattabhi Sitaramayya.

Consider the following statements.
1. The Constitution of 1950 was a by-product of the legacy started by the Government of India Act 1935
2. This was the longest act passed by the British government with 321 sections and 10 schedules
Which of the following statements are correct?
  • a)
    1 Only
  • b)
      2 Only
  • c)
    Both 1 and 2
  • d)
    Neither 1 nor 2
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

The Constitution of 1950 was a by-product of the legacy started by the Government of India Act 1935. This was the longest act passed by the British government with 321 sections and 10 schedules. This act had drawn its content from four sources – Report of the Simon Commission, discussions and deliberations at the Third Round Table Conference, the White Paper of 1933 and the reports of the Joint select committees.

Consider the following pairs:
1. Office of the President of India - British Constitution
2. Fundamental Rights - American Constitution
3. Bicameral Parliament - American Constitution
4. Cabinet System of Government - British Constitution
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
  • a)
    Only one pair
  • b)
    Only two pairs
  • c)
    Only three pairs
  • d)
    All four pairs
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

1. The Office of the President of India is based upon the British Queen, making this pair correctly matched.
2. Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution are inspired by the American Constitution, making this pair correctly matched.
3. Bicameral Parliament in India is influenced by the British Constitution, not the American Constitution, making this pair incorrectly matched.
4. The Cabinet System of Government in India is based upon the British system, making this pair correctly matched.
Therefore, the correctly matched pairs are pairs 1,2 and 4

Consider the following pairs:
1. Dr. Rajendra Prasad - First President of India
2. G.V. Mavlankar - Chairman of the Drafting Committee
3. Syed Mohammad Saadullah - Member of the Drafting Committee
4. N. Gopalaswamy Ayyangar - Member of the Drafting Committee
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
  • a)
    Only one pair
  • b)
    Only two pairs
  • c)
    Only three pairs
  • d)
    All four pairs
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

1. Dr. Rajendra Prasad - First President of India (Correct)
2. G.V. Mavlankar - Chairman of the Drafting Committee (Incorrect, he was not the Chairman of the Drafting Committee)
3. Syed Mohammad Saadullah - Member of the Drafting Committee (Correct)
4. N. Gopalaswamy Ayyangar - Member of the Drafting Committee (Correct)

Consider the following statements:
1. The total strength of the Constituent Assembly was 389.
2. Mahatma Gandhi was a member of the Constituent Assembly.
3. The Indian National Congress won 208 out of the 296 seats allotted to British India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
  • a)
    1 and 3 Only
  • b)
    1 and 2 Only
  • c)
    3 Only
  • d)
    1, 2 and 3
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Only Statement 1 is correct. The total strength of the Constituent Assembly was indeed 389 (Statement 1). Mahatma Gandhi was not a member of the Constituent Assembly (Statement 2 is incorrect). Although the Indian National Congress did win 208 seats, this statement is given in the context of the seats allotted to British India, making Statement 3 factually correct but contextually misleading within the provided options. Therefore, only Statement 1 is considered correct in this scenario.

Who was appointed as the constitutional advisor to the Constituent Assembly?
  • a)
    Dr K.M. Munshi
  • b)
    Dr B.R. Ambedkar
  • c)
    N. Madhava Rau
  • d)
    B.N. Rau
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Pooja Kumari answered
B. N. Rau was appointed as the Constitutional Adviser to the Constituent Assembly in formulating the Indian Constitution in 1946. He was responsible for the general structure of its democratic framework of the Constitution and prepared its initial draft in February 1948.

Consider the following pairs:
1. Morley-Minto Reforms: Introduction of Dyarchy in provinces
2. Montague-Chelmsford Reforms: Introduction of Bicameral Central Legislature
3. Government of India Act, 1935: Full Provincial Autonomy
4. August Offer, 1940: Promise of Dominion Status after the Second World War
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
  • a)
    Only one pair
  • b)
    Only two pairs
  • c)
    Only three pairs
  • d)
    All four pairs
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Understanding the Correct Matches
To analyze the pairs given, let's break down each reform and its corresponding description to see how many are correctly matched:
1. Morley-Minto Reforms
- Claim: Introduction of Dyarchy in provinces.
- Reality: The Morley-Minto Reforms of 1909 did not introduce dyarchy; they focused on expanding legislative councils and introducing separate electorates for Muslims.
- Match Status: Incorrect.
2. Montague-Chelmsford Reforms
- Claim: Introduction of Bicameral Central Legislature.
- Reality: The Montague-Chelmsford Reforms, implemented in 1919, indeed introduced a bicameral legislature at the center with two houses: the Central Legislative Assembly and the Council of State.
- Match Status: Correct.
3. Government of India Act, 1935
- Claim: Full Provincial Autonomy.
- Reality: The Government of India Act, 1935, provided for provincial autonomy, allowing provinces to have greater control over their affairs, marking a significant step towards self-governance.
- Match Status: Correct.
4. August Offer, 1940
- Claim: Promise of Dominion Status after the Second World War.
- Reality: The August Offer proposed a promise of dominion status but was contingent on the outcome of the war and further negotiations, aligning with the claim.
- Match Status: Correct.
Conclusion
In summary, out of the four pairs, the second, third, and fourth pairs are correctly matched, while the first is not. Therefore, the correct answer is option 'C' - only three pairs are accurately matched.

What was a significant outcome of the Morley-Minto Reforms?
  • a)
    Introduction of complete self-government for India
  • b)
    Inclusion of Indians in the Executive Councils
  • c)
    Establishment of a federal system in India
  • d)
    Abolishment of the Legislative Councils
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

The Morley-Minto Reforms marked a crucial milestone by including Indians in the Executive Councils for the first time. This move aimed to introduce a representative and popular element in the governance of India. It was a step towards giving Indians a voice in the decision-making processes of the government, although the official majority was maintained in certain councils.

 Consider the following statements:
1. January 26 was specifically chosen as the ‘date of commencement’ of the Constitution because on this day in 1930 that Poorna Swaraj day was celebrated.
2. With the commencement of the Constitution, the Indian Independence Act of 1947 and the Abolition of Privy Council Jurisdiction Act (1949) were repealed.
Which of the following statements above is/are not correct?
  • a)
    1 only
  • b)
    Neither 1 nor 2 
  • c)
    2 only 
  • d)
    Both 1 and 2 
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Palak Nambiar answered
Explanation of the Statements
The question presents two statements regarding the Indian Constitution and its historical context. Let's analyze each statement individually.
Statement 1: January 26 as 'Date of Commencement'
- The date of January 26 was indeed chosen because it marks the day in 1930 when the Indian National Congress declared Poorna Swaraj (complete independence) as its goal.
- This statement is correct.
Statement 2: Commencement of the Constitution and Repeal of Acts
- Upon the commencement of the Constitution on January 26, 1950, the Indian Independence Act of 1947 did not get repealed. Instead, it was the legal framework that facilitated India's transition to independence.
- The Abolition of Privy Council Jurisdiction Act (1949) was also not repealed by the Constitution; rather, it was enacted to remove the jurisdiction of the Privy Council in India.
- Therefore, this statement is not correct.
Conclusion
- Since Statement 1 is correct and Statement 2 is not correct, the answer to which statement is not correct is option 'B' (2 only).
Key Takeaway
- Understanding the historical significance of January 26 is crucial, as it connects India's struggle for independence with the establishment of a sovereign constitution.
- The distinction between the repeal of laws and the enactment of new ones is vital in constitutional studies.

Who was appointed as the constitutional advisor to the Constituent Assembly?
  • a)
    Dr K.M. Munshi
  • b)
    Dr B.R. Ambedkar
  • c)
    N. Madhava Rau
  • d)
    B.N. Rau
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Meera Kapoor answered
B.N. Rau was appointed as the constitutional advisor (Legal advisor) to the Constituent Assembly. Dr B R Ambedkar was the Chairman of the Constituent Assembly while Dr K M Munshi and N Madhava Rau were members of the Drafting Committee.

Consider the following statements regarding the Constituent Assembly of India:
1. The Constituent Assembly first convened on December 9, 1946, under the chairmanship of Dr. Sachidanand Sinha.
2. Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected as the permanent Chairman of the Constituent Assembly on December 11, 1946.
3. The Muslim League actively participated in the proceedings of the Constituent Assembly from the beginning.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
  • a)
    1 Only
  • b)
    1 and 2 Only
  • c)
    1 and 3 Only
  • d)
    1, 2 and 3
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

- Statement 1 is correct. The Constituent Assembly first met on December 9, 1946, and the meeting was chaired by Dr. Sachidanand Sinha, the eldest member of the Assembly.
- Statement 2 is correct. On December 11, 1946, Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected as the permanent Chairman of the Constituent Assembly.
- Statement 3 is incorrect. The Muslim League boycotted the Constituent Assembly, thus did not participate in its proceedings from the beginning.
Therefore, the correct answer is Option B: 1 and 2 Only.

Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Indian Constitution?
1. The original constitution of India was handwritten by Prem Behari Narain Raizada.
2. It was written in a flowing italic style.
3. The calligraphy of the Hindi version of the original constitution was done by Vasant Krishan Vaidya.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
  • a)
    1 and 2 only
  • b)
    1 and 3 only
  • c)
    2 and 3 only
  • d)
    1, 2 and 3
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Anushka Patel answered
  • S.N. Mukherjee was the chief draftsman of the constitution in the Constituent Assembly.
  • Prem Behari Narain Raizada was the calligrapher of the Indian Constitution. He had handwritten the original text of the constitution in a flowing italic style.
  • It was beautified and decorated by artists from Shanti Niketan including Nand Lal Bose and Beohar Ram manohar Sinha.
  • The calligraphy of the Hindi version of the original constitution was done by Vasant Krishan Vaidya and decorated and illuminated by Nand Lal Bose.

Which one of the following liberty is not embodied in the Preamble to the Constitution of India? 
  • a)
    Liberty of Thought 
  • b)
    Liberty of Expression 
  • c)
    Economic Liberty
  • d)
    Liberty of Belief 
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Sanjay Rana answered
The Preamble secures to all citizens of India liberty of thought, expression, belief, faith and worship, through their Fundamental Rights, enforceable in the court of law, in case of violation. Liberty, as elaborated in the Preamble, is essential for the successful functioning of the Indian democratic system. However, liberty does not mean ‘license’ to do what one likes, and has to be enjoyed within the limitations mentioned in the Constitution itself. Economic liberty is not explicitly mentioned in the Preamble.

Who presented a draft proposal on the framing of an independent Constitution to be adopted after World War II in India?
  • a)
    Sir Stafford Cripps
  • b)
    Lord Mountbatten
  • c)
    Winston Churchill
  • d)
    Clement Attlee
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Sir Stafford Cripps presented a draft proposal on the framing of an independent Constitution to be adopted after World War II in India. Known as the "Cripps Mission," this initiative aimed to address India's constitutional future and paved the way for further deliberations and negotiations regarding the country's governance and constitutional framework.

Consider the following pairs:
1. Pitt's India Act, 1784: Established a system of Dual Government.
2. Pitt's India Act, 1784: Prolonged the company's trade monopoly in India for 20 years.
3. Charter Act of 1793: The Governor-General was granted enhanced powers, enabling him to override his council’s decisions.
4. Charter Act of 1793: Empowered the Board of Control to supervise and direct civil and military operations.
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
  • a)
    Only one pair
  • b)
    Only two pairs
  • c)
    Only three pairs
  • d)
    All four pairs
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

1. Pitt's India Act, 1784: Established a system of Dual Government - Correct. The Act did establish a system of Dual Government by separating the commercial and political affairs of the company.
2. Pitt's India Act, 1784: Prolonged the company's trade monopoly in India for 20 years - Incorrect. This is a feature of the Charter Act of 1793, not the Pitt's India Act, 1784.
3. Charter Act of 1793: The Governor-General was granted enhanced powers, enabling him to override his council’s decisions - Correct. The Charter Act of 1793 granted the Governor-General these enhanced powers.
4. Charter Act of 1793: Empowered the Board of Control to supervise and direct civil and military operations - Incorrect. This was a provision of the Pitt's India Act, 1784, not the Charter Act of 1793.
Pairs 1 and 3 are correctly matched. Pairs 2 and 4 are incorrectly matched.
Thus, only two pairs are correctly matched.

What was the total number of members in the Constituent Assembly, including representatives of the Indian States?
  • a)
    200 members
  • b)
    350 members
  • c)
    400 members
  • d)
    389 members
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

The Constituent Assembly had a total of 389 members, including 93 representatives of the Indian States. This inclusive composition aimed to ensure diverse perspectives and inputs in the constitution-making process from different regions and political entities within India.

 What was the reason for the rejection of the Cripps plan by the congress?
  • a)
    It granted domain status to the Indian Union
  • b)
    It granted domain status to the provinces
  • c)
    Indirectly conceded the demand for petition
  • d)
    It was aimed for Independence. ​
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Pankaj Pillai answered
The Congress objected to:
  • The offer of dominion status instead of a provision for complete independence.
  • Representation of the states by nominees and not by elected representatives.
  • Right to provinces to secede as this went against the principle of national unity.
  • Absence of any plan for immediate transfer of power and absence of any real share in defence; the governor- general’s supremacy had been retained, and the demand for governor-general being only the constitutional head had not been accepted.
  • Indirectly conceded the demand for petition
  • The incapacity of Cripps to go beyond the Draft Declaration and the adoption of a rigid “take it or leave it” attitude added to the deadlock.

Who is the Chief architect of the Constitution of India?
  • a)
    S.N. Mukherjee
  • b)
    B.N. Rau
  • c)
    B.R. Ambedkar
  • d)
    H.V.R. Iyengar
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Meera Singh answered
Dr B.R. Ambedkar, the then Law Minister, who piloted the Draft Constitution in the Assembly is considered as the Chief architect of the Indian Constitution. S.N. Mukherjee was the Chief Draftsman of the Indian Constitution.

The Constituent Assembly was constituted in November 1946 under the scheme formulated by the Cabinet Mission Plan. What was/were the salient features of the assembly?
1. The assembly had representation from both British India and princely states.
2. The system of proportional representation was adopted.
3. There was no communal representation in the assembly.
4. The Assembly included important ministers of the British Cabinet as ex -officio members.
Select the correct answer using the codes below:
  • a)
    1 and 2 only
  • b)
    1 and 3 only
  • c)
    2 and 4 only
  • d)
    1, 2 and 4 only
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Kabir Verma answered
The Cabinet Mission Plan provisioned for the following scheme for setting up the Constituent Assembly of India:
  • The total strength of the Constituent Assembly was 389. Of these, 296 seats were allotted to British India and 93 seats to the Princely States. Out of 296 seats allotted to British India, 292 members were drawn from the eleven governors’ provinces and 4 from the four chief commissioners’ provinces and one from each.
  • Each province and princely state were to be allotted seats in proportion to their respective population. Roughly one seat was to be allotted for every million population.
  • Seats allocated to each British province were to be divided among Muslims, Sikhs and General (others), in proportion to their population.
  • The representatives of each community were to be elected by members of that community in the provincial legislative assembly and voting was to be by the method of proportional representation using a single transferable vote.
  • The representatives of the princely states were to be nominated by the heads of the p rincely states. 

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