MCQs on Preamble of Indian Constitution – Part 1

Question 1: The Preamble of the Indian Constitution declares India to be a ________.

A. Democratic Republic

B. Sovereign Socialist Secular Democratic Republic

C. Socialist Secular Democratic Republic

D. Sovereign Democratic Republic

Question 2: The Preamble of the Indian Constitution mentions the concept of ‘Justice.' Which types of justice are mentioned in it?

A. Social, Economic, Political

B. Legal, Social, Economic

C. Social, Political, Cultural

D. Economic, Political, Legal

Question 3: Which word is NOT included in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution?

A. Secular

B. Federal

C. Sovereign

D. Republic

Question 4: The Preamble of the Indian Constitution was adopted on which date?

A. January 26, 1950

B. November 26, 1949

C. August 15, 1947

D. December 15, 1948

Question 5: Which of the following is a key feature mentioned in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution?

A. Liberty, Equality, Fraternity

B. Freedom, Democracy, Equality

C. Justice, Liberty, Fraternity

D. Social, Political, Economic Freedom

Question 6: What does the term ‘Sovereign' in the Preamble signify?

A. India has no external control

B. India is not ruled by any foreign power

C. India has absolute power over its affairs

D. All of the above

Question 7: The word ‘Republic' in the Preamble refers to the fact that India has what type of government?

A. Hereditary Monarchy

B. Elected Head of State

C. Dictatorship

D. Direct Democracy

Question 8: The term ‘Secular' in the Preamble indicates that India does not have a state religion. True or False?

A. True

B. False

Question 9: The Preamble of the Indian Constitution was inspired by the Preamble of which country’s Constitution?

A. United Kingdom

B. United States of America

C. Canada

D. Australia

Question 10: The Preamble mentions ‘We the People.' What does this indicate?

A. The Constitution was framed by the people of India

B. The Constitution was framed by the Parliament of India

C. The Constitution was framed by the British Parliament

D. The Constitution was framed by the Constituent Assembly

Question 11: The Preamble of the Indian Constitution is ________ in nature.

A. Directive

B. Non-justiciable

C. Justiciable

D. Binding

Question 12: The term ‘Justice' in the Preamble refers to which aspect of society?

A. Legal Justice

B. Social Justice

C. Economic Justice

D. All of the above

Question 13: The Preamble was originally a part of the Constitution, but it was later made an integral part by the ________.

A. 42nd Amendment

B. 44th Amendment

C. 48th Amendment

D. 50th Amendment

Question 14: The Preamble of the Indian Constitution is an introduction to the Constitution. True or False?

A. True

B. False

Question 15: The Preamble of the Indian Constitution begins with the words ________.

A. We the People of India

B. We, the citizens of India

C. We the representatives of India

D. We, the Constitution-makers

Question 16: The Preamble of the Indian Constitution was drafted by the ________.

A. Constituent Assembly

B. Parliament of India

C. British Government

D. States' Representatives

Question 17: The Preamble aims to secure justice for all. Which of these types of justice is emphasized?

A. Legal Justice

B. Social Justice

C. Political Justice

D. All of the above

Question 18: Which amendment added the term ‘Socialist' to the Preamble of the Indian Constitution?

A. 42nd Amendment

B. 44th Amendment

C. 52nd Amendment

D. 60th Amendment

Question 19: The Preamble of the Indian Constitution is legally enforceable. True or False?

A. True

B. False

Question 20: Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution?

A. Sovereign

B. Secular

C. Federal

D. Republic

Question 21: The Preamble declares India to be a ‘Sovereign' country. What does ‘Sovereign' imply?

A. India is independent and free from external control

B. India follows the leadership of other nations

C. India is controlled by the United Nations

D. India’s decisions are influenced by other countries

Question 22: The phrase ‘Fraternity' in the Preamble refers to which of the following?

A. Brotherhood of all Indians

B. Equal opportunities for all citizens

C. Liberty for all

D. A republic form of government

Question 23: Which of the following is the ultimate source of power for the Indian Constitution?

A. The Parliament

B. The President

C. The People of India

D. The Supreme Court

Question 24: Which amendment changed the Preamble to include the word ‘Socialist'?

A. 40th Amendment

B. 42nd Amendment

C. 44th Amendment

D. 52nd Amendment

Question 25: In which year did the Preamble of the Indian Constitution come into effect?

A. 1947

B. 1950

C. 1952

D. 1954

Question 26: Who among the following was a prominent member of the Drafting Committee that framed the Constitution of India?

A. Jawaharlal Nehru

B. B. R. Ambedkar

C. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

D. Mahatma Gandhi

Question 27: The Preamble begins with the phrase ‘We the People of India'. What does this signify?

A. The Constitution belongs to the people

B. The Constitution is a contract between the citizens and the state

C. The people are the ultimate source of authority

D. All of the above

Question 28: What is the purpose of the Preamble to the Indian Constitution?

A. To introduce the Constitution

B. To define the objectives and values of the Constitution

C. To specify the powers of the Government

D. To list the Fundamental Rights

Question 29: Which word in the Preamble represents the idea that India is independent from external influence?

A. Socialist

B. Sovereign

C. Republic

D. Secular

Question 30: What does ‘Equality' in the Preamble ensure?

A. Equality of opportunity for all

B. Equality before the law

C. Prohibition of discrimination

D. All of the above