Constitution Day of India : Quiz

Constitution Day of India: An Overview

Constitution Day, also known as Samvidhan Divas, is celebrated in India on November 26th every year. This day commemorates the adoption of the Constitution of India by the Constituent Assembly on November 26, 1949. However, the Constitution officially came into effect on January 26, 1950, which is celebrated as Republic Day.

History and Significance

The drafting of the Constitution was led by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the Chairman of the Drafting Committee. Often referred to as the Father of the Indian Constitution, Dr. Ambedkar played a pivotal role in shaping the framework of the nation’s governance.

The Constituent Assembly took almost three years (2 years, 11 months, and 18 days) to draft the Constitution.

The Indian Constitution is the longest written constitution in the world, containing 395 articles (originally) divided into 22 parts and 8 schedules. After various amendments, it now comprises 470 articles, 25 parts, and 12 schedules.

Key Features of the Constitution

1. Federal Structure with a Unitary Bias: India is described as a Union of States.

2. Parliamentary System: The Constitution establishes a bicameral legislature.

3. Fundamental Rights and Duties: The Constitution guarantees six fundamental rights to citizens and also includes a list of 11 fundamental duties.

4. Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP): Guidelines to the state to ensure socio-economic justice.

5. Secularism: The Constitution ensures that India remains a secular state, where all religions are respected.

Why Celebrate Constitution Day?

Constitution Day reminds every Indian citizen of the values and principles enshrined in the Constitution.

The celebration emphasizes constitutional literacy and educates people about the importance of upholding democratic values.

It acknowledges the contributions of Dr. Ambedkar and other members of the Constituent Assembly.

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20 GK Quiz Questions on Constitution Day

1. On which date is Constitution Day celebrated in India?

a) January 26

b) November 26

c) August 15

d) October 2

2. Who is known as the Father of the Indian Constitution?

a) Jawaharlal Nehru

b) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

c) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

d) Rajendra Prasad

3. When was the Constitution of India adopted?

a) August 15, 1947

b) January 26, 1950

c) November 26, 1949

d) December 9, 1946

4. Which committee drafted the Constitution of India?

a) Planning Commission

b) Drafting Committee

c) Constituent Assembly

d) Election Commission

5. How many fundamental rights are there in the Indian Constitution?

a) 5

b) 6

c) 7

d) 8

6. Which part of the Constitution deals with Fundamental Rights?

a) Part I

b) Part III

c) Part IV

d) Part V

7. Which is the longest written constitution in the world?

a) United States

b) United Kingdom

c) India

d) Canada

8. Who was the first President of the Constituent Assembly?

a) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

b) Dr. Rajendra Prasad

c) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

d) C. Rajagopalachari

9. In which year was Constitution Day officially declared?

a) 2010

b) 2015

c) 2002

d) 1999

10. How many members were in the Constituent Assembly?

a) 289

b) 299

c) 389

d) 499

11. What is the preamble of the Indian Constitution often called?

a) The Heart of the Constitution

b) The Spirit of the Constitution

c) The Key to the Constitution

d) The Introduction to the Constitution

12. Which of these is not a fundamental duty?

a) Respect the national flag

b) Promote scientific temper

c) Vote in elections

d) Protect public property

13. Which part of the Constitution contains the Directive Principles of State Policy?

a) Part II

b) Part III

c) Part IV

d) Part V

14. How many original articles did the Constitution have?

a) 395

b) 448

c) 370

d) 420

15. Which article of the Constitution declares India as a secular state?

a) Article 14

b) Article 25

c) Article 30

d) Article 42

16. The idea of the Preamble was borrowed from which country's constitution?

a) USA

b) UK

c) Canada

d) France

17. Which schedule of the Indian Constitution deals with languages?

a) 8th Schedule

b) 7th Schedule

c) 10th Schedule

d) 5th Schedule

18. How many amendments have been made to the Indian Constitution to date?

a) 100

b) 105

c) 115

d) 120

19. What does the 42nd Amendment primarily deal with?

a) Fundamental Rights

b) Preamble

c) Fundamental Duties

d) Elections

20. Which constitution inspired the Indian concept of Fundamental Rights?

a) British

b) American

c) French

d) Canadian

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Answers:

1. b) November 26

2. b) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

3. c) November 26, 1949

4. b) Drafting Committee

5. b) 6

6. b) Part III

7. c) India

8. b) Dr. Rajendra Prasad

9. b) 2015

10. b) 299

11. c) The Key to the Constitution

12. c) Vote in elections

13. c) Part IV

14. a) 395

15. b) Article 25

16. a) USA

17. a) 8th Schedule

18. b) 105

19. c) Fundamental Duties

20. b) American

This quiz helps enhance your knowledge about the Constitution and its significance in India's democratic structure.