Daily Quiz 485: Test Your Knowledge on Indian Polity
Welcome to Daily Quiz 485, focusing on key constitutional provisions and landmark judgments. This quiz covers Panchayati Raj Institutions, Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs), and important Supreme Court cases. Each question is followed by a detailed explanation to enhance your understanding.
Question 1
Which Constitutional Amendment gave constitutional status to Panchayati Raj Institutions?
- A. 42nd Amendment
- B. 44th Amendment
- C. 73rd Amendment
- D. 86th Amendment
Question 2
Article 48A relates to:
- A. Free Legal Aid
- B. Uniform Civil Code
- C. Environment Protection
- D. International Peace
Question 3
In which case did the Supreme Court emphasize harmony between Fundamental Rights and DPSPs?
- A. Golaknath Case
- B. Shankari Prasad Case
- C. Minerva Mills Case
- D. Berubari Case
Question 4
Which of the following is NOT enforceable by courts?
- A. Right to Equality
- B. Right to Constitutional Remedies
- C. Directive Principles of State Policy
- D. Freedom of Speech
Question 5
DPSPs primarily aim to establish:
- A. Political Monarchy
- B. Welfare State
- C. Federal Supremacy
- D. Judicial Supremacy
Answers and Explanations
Answer 1: C. 73rd Amendment
The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 granted constitutional status to Panchayati Raj Institutions. It fulfilled the objective of Article 40, which directs the State to organize village panchayats as units of self-government.
Answer 2: C. Environment Protection
Article 48A, inserted by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976, directs the State to protect and improve the environment and safeguard forests and wildlife.
Answer 3: C. Minerva Mills Case
In the Minerva Mills Case (1980), the Supreme Court held that Fundamental Rights and DPSPs are complementary and that a balance between them is part of the Constitution's Basic Structure.
Answer 4: C. Directive Principles of State Policy
Unlike Fundamental Rights, DPSPs are non-justiciable, meaning they cannot be enforced by courts. However, they are fundamental to governance and guide the State in policymaking and legislation.
Answer 5: B. Welfare State
The primary objective of DPSPs is to establish a Welfare State where the government works to ensure social justice, economic equality, improved living standards, public health, education, and dignity for all citizens.
