CHAPTER 1 : CONSTITUTION WHY AND HOW CLASS 11 : MCQ

CONSTITUTION WHY AND HOW : MCQ

Welcome to our Class 11 blog on “Constitution: Why and How”! This post presents carefully crafted MCQs to help you understand the foundation, purpose, and making of the Indian Constitution. Test your knowledge, prepare smartly for exams, and strengthen your grasp of Political Science concepts—all in one place!

Q1. Which of the following is not a function of a constitution?

A. Set jurisdiction of government organs

B. Outline social rituals and practices

C. Establish citizen-state relations
D. Limit government powers

Q2. Assertion (A): Constitution ensures social and ethical identity to people.

Reason (R): Constitution imposes rules on religious and cultural beliefs.
A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
B. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
C. A is true, R is false
D. A is false, R is true

Q3. The Constitution limits government power by:

1. Defining fundamental rights
2. Laying out religious practices
3. Assigning jurisdiction to state organs
4. Organizing social events

Choose the correct combination:
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1, 2 and 4 only
C. 2, 3 and 4 only
D. 1, 3 and 4 only

Q4. Which one is incorrectly matched?

A. Directive Principles – Guidelines for state policy
B. Fundamental Rights – Enforceable by courts
C. Single Citizenship – Borrowed from USA
D. Bicameral Legislature – Borrowed from Britain

Q5. What makes the Indian Constitution a living document?

A. Written by the Parliament
B. Fixed and unchangeable rules
C. Adaptable to future needs
D. Only focuses on historical values

Q6. Assertion (A): Indian Parliament is supreme.

Reason (R): It can change even the basic structure of the Constitution.
A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
B. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
C. A is true, R is false
D. A is false, R is false

Q7. Choose the incorrect statements:

1. Constitution is an unwritten document in India.
2. Constitution is the supreme law of the land.
3. It provides collective political identity.
4. Only Parliament can amend the basic structure.

A. 1 and 4 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1, 2 and 3 only
D. 1 and 2 only

Q8. Which of these values are not in the Preamble?

A. Justice
B. Liberty
C. Authority
D. Fraternity

Q9. The idea of a Constituent Assembly was first officially proposed in:

A. 1946 Cabinet Mission Plan
B. 1940 August Offer
C. 1928 Nehru Report
D. 1935 Government of India Act

Q10. Match the features with their borrowed countries:

1. Judicial Review – USA
2. Rule of Law – UK
3. Preamble – Ireland
4. Bureaucracy – Canada

Choose the correct option:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1, 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 4 only
D. 1, 2 and 4 only

Q11. Assertion (A): Constitution is only a legal document.

Reason (R): It doesn’t reflect societal values or aspirations.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation
B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation
C. A is true, R is false
D. A is false, R is false

Q12. Which of the following statements are true?

1. Constitution establishes coordination among citizens.
2. It gives unlimited power to the executive.
3. It limits government actions.
4. Constitution only applies to politicians.

A. 1 and 3 only
B. 2 and 4 only
C. 1 and 4 only
D. 1, 3 and 4 only

Q13. Which is incorrect about the Constituent Assembly?

A. It had only members from Indian National Congress
B. It took 2 years 11 months 18 days to complete the Constitution
C. Decisions were taken by consensus
D. It was indirectly elected

Q14. Constitution makes people a collective identity by:

A. Recognizing common religious beliefs
B. Enforcing one language
C. Agreeing on shared norms and rules
D. Imposing uniform customs

Q15. Which of the following were borrowed from the USA?

1. Written Constitution
2. Fundamental Rights
3. Bicameral Legislature
4. Judicial Review

A. 1, 2 and 4 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q16. Assertion (A): India follows a Presidential system.

Reason (R): Prime Minister is the executive head.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation
B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation
C. A is false, R is true
D. A is true, R is false

Q17. Select the incorrect statements:

1. Constitution ensures rule by arbitrary rulers
2. It is based on consent and rational debate
3. Indian Constitution is rigid only
4. Constitution promotes social justice

A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1, 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 4 only
D. 2, 3 and 4 only

Q18. What does "Republic" mean in Indian Constitution?

A. No Constitution
B. Hereditary monarchy
C. Elected head of state
D. Religious state

Q19. Which of these is a function of the Constitution?

A. Limit citizen’s rights
B. Organize government structure
C. Promote monarchy
D. Restrict elections

Q20. Directive Principles aim to:

A. Protect only government officials
B. Guide states for social welfare
C. Be enforced by military
D. Replace fundamental rights

Q21. Cabinet Mission Plan’s major recommendation:

A. Abolishing Parliament
B. Dictatorship for 5 years
C. Constituent Assembly formation
D. Rule by Governor-General

Q22. The Preamble draws authority from:

A. Parliament
B. President
C. People of India
D. Judiciary

Q23. Which value is not part of preamble?

A. Sovereignty
B. Discrimination
C. Fraternity
D. Liberty

Q24. Indian Parliament can amend:

A. Constitution freely without any limit
B. Any part including basic structure
C. All laws except Constitution
D. Only with Constitutional procedure

Q25. Indian Constitution is called a “borrowed bag” because:

A. It is written in English
B. It borrowed institutions from other countries
C. It was stolen
D. It has no originality

Q26. India’s Constitution adopted from UK:

A. Rule of Law
B. Fundamental Rights
C. Federal Structure
D. Judicial Review

Q27. Which among the following is incorrect?

A. Constitution limits government power
B. Constitution guarantees monarchy
C. Constitution empowers judiciary
D. Constitution guides future laws

Q28. Assertion (A): Indian Constitution is a mixture of rigidity and flexibility.

Reason (R): Some parts are easy to amend, others require special procedure.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation
B. Both A and R are true, but R is not correct explanation
C. A is true, R is false
D. A is false, R is false

Q29. Which statements about unwritten constitution are true?

1. It is based on customs
2. UK has unwritten constitution
3. It is found in most countries
4. It is based on judicial review

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 3 and 4 only
C. 1, 2 and 3 only
D. 2, 3 and 4 only

Q30. Parliament is subordinate to Constitution because:

A. It is mentioned in Constitution
B. It has unlimited power
C. It is not answerable to citizens
D. It makes laws without constraints

Q31. Match the following:

1. Fundamental Duties – Citizens
2. Directive Principles – State
3. Judicial Review – Judiciary
4. Cabinet Mission – USA

A. 1, 2 and 3 only
B. 2 and 4 only
C. 1, 3 and 4 only
D. All 4

Q32. Which of these ensures Constitution’s success?

A. Strong army
B. Concentration of power
C. Institutional balance and flexibility
D. One-party rule

Q33. A written constitution is preferred because:

A. Rules are clearly defined
B. Public opinion is avoided
C. Parliament becomes supreme
D. Judiciary becomes powerless

Q34. The Constitution is an instrument of socio-economic change because:

A. It preserves inequality
B. It empowers monarchy
C. It ensures equity, welfare and justice
D. It prevents democracy

Q35. Assertion (A): Constitution provides a framework of minimum coordination.

Reason (R): It allows every citizen to follow different laws.
A. Both A and R are true and R is correct explanation
B. Both A and R are true but R is not correct explanation
C. A is true, R is false
D. A is false, R is true

Q36. Choose the correct feature of Cabinet Mission Plan:

A. Universal suffrage
B. Direct elections to Parliament
C. Community-wise representation
D. Elected Governor-General

Q37. Indian Constitution borrowed which of the following from Britain?

1. Single Citizenship
2. Bicameralism
3. Presidential Rule
4. Rule of Law

A. 1, 2 and 4 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. All 4

Q38. Constitution is supreme law because:

A. It is unwritten
B. It is a colonial document
C. All institutions derive authority from it
D. It gives all power to Parliament

Q39. Select incorrect about Fundamental Rights:

A. Justiciable
B. Enforceable by courts
C. Part of Constitution
D. Taken from Britain

Q40. Assertion (A): Constitution protects from arbitrary rule.

Reason (R): It gives arbitrary power to the judiciary.
A. Both A and R are true and R is correct explanation
B. A is true, R is false
C. A is false, R is true
D. Both A and R are false

Q41. What is the basis of the Constitution’s authority?

A. Parliament
B. Supreme Court
C. The People
D. President of India

Q42. Assertion (A): A written Constitution helps avoid ambiguity.

Reason (R): It clearly defines the powers and structure of government.
A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation
B. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation
C. A is true, R is false
D. A is false, R is true

Q43. Which are true about the Indian Constitution?

1. It’s flexible in every aspect
2. It’s a mix of rigidity and flexibility
3. It includes fundamental rights and directive principles
4. It ensures the dictatorship of Parliament

A. 2 and 3 only
B. 1, 2 and 4 only
C. 2, 3 and 4 only
D. 1 and 4 only

Q44. What helps Indian Constitution reflect socio-economic change?

A. Fundamental Rights
B. Preamble
C. Directive Principles
D. All of the above

Q45. Choose incorrect statement about the Constituent Assembly:

A. It had Muslim and Sikh members
B. It had representatives from Princely States
C. It was formed through Cabinet Mission
D. It had no minority representation

Q46. Indian Constitution allows:

A. Concentration of power in one institution
B. Overriding fundamental rights
C. Balance between government organs
D. Power without accountability

Q47. Which of the following promote coordination in society?

1. Constitution
2. Common understanding
3. Customary religious law
4. National anthem only

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1, 2 and 3 only
C. 2 and 4 only
D. 1 and 4 only

Q48. Assertion (A): Fundamental Duties are enforced through courts.

Reason (R): They are justiciable like Fundamental Rights.
A. Both A and R are true and R is correct explanation
B. Both A and R are true but R is not correct explanation
C. A is false, R is true
D. Both A and R are false

Q49. Constitution reflects values of:

A. Rulers only
B. Citizens only
C. Parliament only
D. Entire society

Q50. The Constitution guarantees which of the following?

A. Arbitrary laws
B. Judicial accountability
C. Dignity of individual
D. Rule of aristocracy

Q51. Identify the incorrect match:

A. Liberty – Preamble
B. Equality – Directive Principles
C. Bicameralism – Britain
D. Vice-President – USA

Q52. Constitution as a “document of hope” implies:

A. It’s flexible, open to interpretation
B. It is only meant for the courts
C. It limits people’s aspirations
D. It was written by foreigners

Q53. Which of these are part of Preamble?

1. Justice
2. Liberty
3. Sovereignty
4. Bureaucracy

A. 1, 2 and 3 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1, 3 and 4 only
D. All 4

Q54. Assertion (A): Constitution enables state to promote people’s welfare.

Reason (R): It only empowers the President to take all decisions.
A. Both A and R are true and R is correct explanation
B. A is true, R is false
C. A is false, R is true
D. Both A and R are false

Q55. Identify features borrowed from Britain:

1. Parliamentary government
2. Single citizenship
3. Rule of Law
4. Presidential system

A. 1, 2 and 3 only
B. 2, 3 and 4 only
C. 1 and 4 only
D. All four

Q56. Why is India’s Constitution one of the longest?

A. Because it includes both law and poems
B. It incorporates multiple sources and diversity
C. It has many amendments from UK
D. It is translated into all UN languages

Q57. Select true statements:

1. Constitution helps eliminate social evils
2. It promotes participatory democracy
3. It replaced judiciary
4. It ensures fair elections

A. 1, 2 and 4 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. All 4

Q58. Constitution divides power among:

A. Legislature, Executive, Judiciary
B. Prime Minister, President, Speaker
C. Citizens, Politicians, Judges
D. Governor, Chief Minister, PM

Q59. Fundamental Rights in India are:

A. Optional guidelines
B. Promises by political parties
C. Enforceable legal rights
D. Traditional values only

Q60. Assertion (A): Constitution is only a set of procedures.

Reason (R): It doesn’t deal with values or goals.

A. Both A and R are true and R is correct explanation

B. A is true, R is false

C. A is false, R is true

D. Both A and R are false

By: Shivam Saxena

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