Fundamental Rights MCQ & Answers [PDF Download]
Which Article specifically deals with 'Cultural and Educational Rights' and protects the interests of minorities?
The 44th Constitutional Amendment (1978) deleted which fundamental right from the Constitution?
Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the 'Right to Constitutional Remedies' and is often called the 'heart and soul' of the Constitution by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar?
The doctrine of 'Basic Structure' of the Constitution, which limits the amending power of Parliament regarding fundamental rights, was established in which landmark Supreme Court case?
Which of the following combinations correctly matches the Fundamental Rights with their respective Articles in the Indian Constitution?
| Right | Article |
|---|---|
| Right to Education | Article 21A |
| Right against Self-Incrimination | Article 20(3) |
| Right to Form Associations | Article 19(1)(c) |
| Right to Practice any Profession | Article 19(1)(g) |
Under Article 15 of the Indian Constitution, discrimination is prohibited on certain grounds. Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a prohibited ground for discrimination?
The concept of 'Procedure Established by Law' vs 'Due Process of Law' is crucial in understanding Article 21. Which Supreme Court case expanded the interpretation of Article 21 to include 'Due Process'?
Article 20 provides protection in respect of conviction for offences. Which of the following principles is NOT covered under Article 20?
The concept of 'Compensatory Discrimination' in favor of backward classes is constitutionally validated under which provisions?
Which writ literally means 'by what authority' and is used to challenge the legality of a person holding a public office?
The Emergency provisions under Article 352 can suspend all fundamental rights except:
Which case established that the Right to Privacy is a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution?
Article 17 abolishes 'untouchability' and makes its practice punishable. Which Act was passed to give effect to this Article?
The doctrine of 'Overbreadth' and 'Vagueness' in relation to fundamental rights was prominently applied in which area of constitutional law?
Which Article empowers the State to make special provisions for women and children, serving as an exception to the general rule of equality?
The 'Habeas Corpus' case during the Emergency (1975-77) involved which fundamental constitutional principle?
Article 19(1)(d) guarantees the right to 'move freely throughout the territory of India'. Which of the following is a valid restriction under Article 19(2)?
The concept of 'Horizontal Application' of fundamental rights refers to:
Which constitutional amendment introduced Article 21A (Right to Education) and made education a fundamental right for children aged 6-14 years?
The 'Triple Test' for determining reasonable restrictions on fundamental rights was laid down in which case?
Article 22 provides protection against arbitrary arrest and detention. The provision for 'preventive detention' is covered under which clause?
The landmark Kesavananda Bharati case established several principles. Which of the following was NOT part of the basic structure identified in this case?
Which Article deals with the prohibition of discrimination in public employment and allows for reservation in favor of backward classes?
The Supreme Court in the Indra Sawhney case (1992) established the principle that reservation in public employment should not exceed what percentage?