Q281. Which of the following is an accurate description of the scope of Part IV of the Constitution of India?
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Q282. Under Article 36 of the Constitution of India, the term "State" has the same meaning as in which Part of the Constitution?
Explanation
Article thirty-six specifies that the term "state" used in the Directive Principles has the same meaning as it does in Part three, which covers fundamental rights. According to Article twelve in Part three, the state includes the government and parliament of India, state governments and legislatures, and all local or other authorities within the territory of India or under its control.
Q283. Consider the following provisions of Article 37 of the Constitution of India:
I. The provisions contained in Part IV shall not be enforceable by any court.
II. The principles laid down in Part IV are fundamental in the governance of the country.
III. It shall be the duty of the State to apply these principles in making laws.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. The provisions contained in Part IV shall not be enforceable by any court.
II. The principles laid down in Part IV are fundamental in the governance of the country.
III. It shall be the duty of the State to apply these principles in making laws.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Article thirty-seven is the cornerstone of Part four. It explicitly states that the Directive Principles are not enforceable by any court. However, it also declares that these principles are fundamental in the governance of the country. Consequently, the state has a constitutional duty to apply these principles whenever it is engaged in the process of making laws for the nation’s citizens.
Q284. The Directive Principles of State Policy have been described as a "manifesto of aims and aspirations" because they:
Explanation
The Directive Principles are often described as a manifesto of aims and aspirations because they provide a roadmap for achieving social and economic democracy. They outline the long-term goals that the Indian state should strive toward, such as reducing poverty and ensuring health. Although they lack legal teeth, they provide a moral and political framework for the development of a welfare state.
Q285. Arrange the following Articles related to Directive Principles of State Policy in the order they appear in the Constitution of India:
I. Separation of judiciary from executive
II. Uniform Civil Code
III. Free legal aid
IV. Participation of workers in management of industries
Select the correct answer using the codes below:
I. Separation of judiciary from executive
II. Uniform Civil Code
III. Free legal aid
IV. Participation of workers in management of industries
Select the correct answer using the codes below:
Explanation
The articles follow a precise order in the Constitution. Free legal aid is in Article thirty-nine-A, and the participation of workers in management is Article forty-three-A. The Uniform Civil Code is specified in Article forty-four, while the separation of the judiciary from the executive is mandated by Article fifty. This numerical sequence organizes the different socialistic, Gandhian, and liberal directives systematically.
Q286. Article 38(2) of the Constitution of India, which requires the State to minimize inequalities in income and eliminate inequalities in status, facilities, and opportunities, was added by the:
Explanation
The forty-fourth amendment act of nineteen seventy-eight added clause (two) to Article thirty-eight. This clause requires the state to minimize inequalities in income and eliminate inequalities in status, facilities, and opportunities among both individuals and groups. This addition was part of the post-emergency efforts to strengthen the socio-economic objectives of the Constitution and ensure a more equitable distribution of the nation’s growth.
Q287. Consider the following Articles designed to protect and promote the interests of workers in the Constitution of India:
I. Article 41
II. Article 42
III. Article 43
IV. Article 43A
Which combination accurately reflects the articles that specifically deal with workers’ rights and conditions?
I. Article 41
II. Article 42
III. Article 43
IV. Article 43A
Which combination accurately reflects the articles that specifically deal with workers’ rights and conditions?
Explanation
Articles forty-one, forty-two, forty-three, and forty-three-A all address the welfare and rights of workers. They cover the right to work, just and humane conditions, maternity relief, living wages, and the participation of workers in the management of industries. Collectively, these articles form the constitutional foundation for labor laws and social security measures aimed at protecting the interests of the working class.
Q288. Which Article of the Constitution of India designates the raising of the level of nutrition and the standard of living of the people and the improvement of public health as among the primary duties of the State?
Explanation
Article forty-seven specifically designates the raising of the level of nutrition and the standard of living as among the state’s primary duties. It also emphasizes the improvement of public health as a vital goal. This directive justifies state intervention in areas like public sanitation, nutrition programs, and healthcare services, all of which are essential for the physical and social well-being of the population.
Q289. The directive to organize agriculture and animal husbandry on modern and scientific lines is enshrined in which Article of the Constitution of India?
Explanation
Article forty-eight directs the state to organize agriculture and animal husbandry using modern and scientific methods. This directive aims to improve the productivity and sustainability of the primary sector. It also includes the specific responsibility of preserving and improving livestock breeds and prohibiting the slaughter of essential animals like cows and calves, reflecting both economic and cultural priorities within the agricultural framework.
Q290. Read the following lists and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
| Clause of Article 39 | Specific Directive |
|---|---|
| A. Article 39(a) | i. Prevention of concentration of wealth |
| B. Article 39(b) | ii. Equal pay for equal work |
| C. Article 39(c) | iii. Adequate means of livelihood |
| D. Article 39(d) | iv. Equitable distribution of material resources |
Explanation
Article thirty-nine (a) concerns adequate means of livelihood, and (b) focuses on the equitable distribution of material resources. Clause (c) aims to prevent the concentration of wealth, while clause (d) mandates equal pay for equal work. These socialistic directives are fundamental to the Constitution’s goal of achieving economic justice and ensuring that the nation’s wealth serves the common good of all.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 281 | (b) It contains Articles 36 to 51 |
| 282 | (c) Part III |
| 283 | (d) I, II and III |
| 284 | (b) Outline socio-economic goals the State should strive to achieve |
| 285 | (a) III, IV, II, I |
| 286 | (b) 44th Amendment Act |
| 287 | (d) I, II, III and IV |
| 288 | (c) Article 47 |
| 289 | (c) Article 48 |
| 290 | (a) A-iii, B-iv, C-i, D-ii |
Key facts from Indian Polity and Governance
- The RPSC syllabus lists the Indian Constitution, the political system and governance, with public policy, vigilance and accountability bodies as part of the paper.
- Article-number questions are the commonest: for example Article 356 for President’s Rule, Article 324 for the Election Commission and Article 243K for the State Election Commission.
- Statement and assertion-reason questions test exceptions, so learn each provision with its limits.
- Questions on bodies ask for appointing authority, removing authority, tenure and the body to which the report goes.
- The Rajasthan-specific part of polity is on a separate page, with its own 8 chapters.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Indian Polity and Governance?
This page has 944 practice MCQs on Indian Polity and Governance. Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Which chapters does the Indian polity set cover?
Twelve chapters: framing of the Constitution, Preamble and citizenship; Fundamental Rights; DPSP and Fundamental Duties; Union executive; Parliament; Union judiciary; Union-State relations; emergency provisions; local government; constitutional and statutory bodies; public policy and citizen charter; and vigilance and accountability.
Is polity part of the RAS Prelims syllabus?
Yes. The RPSC syllabus for General Knowledge includes the Indian Constitution, political system and governance, together with the political and administrative system of Rajasthan, which is covered on the separate Rajasthan polity page.
How should I revise polity for RAS Prelims?
Make a table of articles, bodies and amendments. Attempt each chapter, read the explanation for every miss and note the article number and the exception. Repeat the chapter after a few days, as polity facts are easy to confuse.