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4392 Previous Year Questions • 2016–2026 • Prelims, Mains, Essay, Optionals

Topic:[GS-II] Indian Constitution—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure.30 PYQs
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Prelims - Paper 1 (GS)

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2026PrelimsPaper 1 (GS)Q.54
X was addressing a seminar on the meaning of the term 'law' as provided under Article 13, Part III of the Constitution of India. 'X' explained that the meaning of the term 'law' in the Constitution of India was very comprehensive. It included ordinances, orders and even rules and regulations. 'Y' pointed out that the term 'law' in Article 13 also included custom or usage having in the territory of India the force of law, to which 'X' was not convinced. Based on the above, select the correct conclusion from the options given below:
Polity
2024PrelimsPaper 1 (GS)Q.66

As per Article 368 of the Constitution of India, the Parliament may amend any provision of the Constitution by way of:

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Addition
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Variation
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Repeal
Polity
2022PrelimsPaper 1 (GS)Q.51

In the Government of India Act 1919, the functions of Provincial Government were divided into "Reserved" and "Transferred" subjects. Which of the following were treated as "Reserved" subjects?

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Administration of Justice
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Local Self-Government
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Land Revenue
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Police
Polity
2022PrelimsPaper 1 (GS)Q.73
If a particular area is brought under the Fifth Schedule of the Constitution of India, which one of the following statements best reflects the consequence of it ?
Polity - Constitution
2021PrelimsPaper 1 (GS)Q.49
Which one of the following statements is correct?
Polity
2019PrelimsPaper 1 (GS)Q.52
With reference to the Constitution of India, prohibitions or limitations or provisions contained in ordinary laws cannot act as prohibitions or limitations on the constitutional powers under Article 142. It could mean which one of the following?
Polity
2018PrelimsPaper 1 (GS)Q.5

Consider the following statements :

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The Parliament of India can place a particular law in the Ninth Schedule of the Constitution of India.
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The validity of a law placed in the Ninth Schedule cannot be examined by any court and no judgement can be made on it.
Polity
2018PrelimsPaper 1 (GS)Q.32

With reference to the election of the President of India, consider the following statements :

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The value of the vote of each MLA varies from State to State.
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The value of the vote of MPs of the Lok Sabha is more than the value of the vote of MPs of the Rajya Sabha.
Polity

Mains - GS-II

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2025MainsGS-IIQ.11
Constitutional morality is the fulcrum which acts as an essential check upon the high functionaries and citizens alike.... In view of the above observation of the Supreme Court, explain the concept of constitutional morality and its application to ensure balance between judicial independence and judicial accountability in India.
Polity
2025MainsGS-IIQ.12
Indian Constitution has conferred the amending power on the ordinary legislative institutions with a few procedural hurdles. In view of this statement, examine the procedural and substantive limitations on the amending power of the Parliament to change the Constitution.
Polity
2024MainsGS-IIQ.12
Right to privacy is intrinsic to life and personal liberty and is inherently protected under Article 21 of the constitution. Explain. In this reference discuss the law relating to D.N.A. testing of child in the womb to establish its paternity.
Polity
2023MainsGS-IIQ.11
The Constitution of India is a living instrument with capabilities of enormous dynamism. It is a constitution made for a progressive society. Illustrate with special reference to the expanding horizons of the right to life and personal liberty.
GS-II
2023MainsGS-IIQ.12
Explain the constitutional perspectives of Gender Justice with the help of relevant Constitutional Provisions and case laws.
GS-II
2023MainsGS-IIQ.15
Explain the significance of the 101st Constitutional Amendment Act. To what extent does it reflect the accommodative spirit of federalism?
Constitution
2022MainsGS-IIQ.1
The most significant achievement of modern law in India is the constitutionalization of environmental problems by the Supreme Court. Discuss this statement with the help of relevant case laws.
GS-II
2022MainsGS-IIQ.2
Right of movement and residence throughout the territory of India are freely available to the Indian citizens, but these rights are not absolute. Comment.
GS-II
2021MainsGS-IIQ.1
'Constitutional Morality' is rooted in the Constitution itself and is founded on its essential facets. Explain the doctrine of 'Constitutional Morality' with the help of relevant judicial decisions.
GS-II
2021MainsGS-IIQ.13
Analyze the distinguishing features of the notion of Right to Equality in the Constitutions of the USA and India.
Polity (GS-II)
2019MainsGS-IIQ.12
Parliament's power to amend the Constitution is a limited power and it cannot be enlarged into absolute power. In the light of this statement explain whether Parliament under Article 368 of the Constitution can destroy the Basic Structure of the Constitution by expanding its amending power?
Polity
2018MainsGS-IIQ.3
Under what circumstances can the Financial Emergency be proclaimed by the President of India? What consequences follow when such a declaration remains in force?
Polity