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UPSC 2023 · Q31 · Indian Polity › Constitutional Framework & Development · Save

In essence, what does 'Due Process of Law' mean?

(a) The principle of natural justice
(b) The procedure established by law
(c) Fair application of law
(d) Equality before law
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Answer: (a) The principle of natural justice
UPSC 2023 · Q33 · Indian Polity › Constitutional Framework & Development · Save

Which one of the following statements best reflects the Chief purpose of the 'Constitution' of a country?

(a) It determines the objective for the making of necessary laws.
(b) It enables the creation of political offices and a government.
(c) It defines and limits the powers of government.
(d) It secures social justice, social equality and social security.
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Answer: (c) It defines and limits the powers of government.
UPSC 2023 · Q34 · Indian Polity › Constitutional Framework & Development · Save

In India, which one of the following Constitutional Amendments was widely believed to be enacted to overcome the judicial interpretations of the Fundamental Rights?

(a) 1st Amendment
(b) 42nd Amendment
(c) 44th Amendment
(d) 86th Amendment
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Answer: No single answer
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UPSC 2023 · Q84 · Indian Polity › Constitutional Framework & Development · Save

Consider the following statements in respect of the National Flag of India according to the Flag Code of India, 2002 : Statement–I : One of the standard sizes of the National Flag of India is 600 mm × 400 mm. Statement–II : The ratio of the length to the height (width) of the Flag shall be 3 : 2.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

(a) Both Statement–I and Statement–II are correct and Statement–II is the correct explanation for Statement–I
(b) Both Statement–I and Statement–II are correct and Statement–II is not the correct explanation for Statement–I
(c) Statement–I is correct but Statement–II is incorrect
(d) Statement–I is incorrect but Statement–II is correct
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Answer: (d) Statement–I is incorrect but Statement–II is correct
UPSC 2023 · Q85 · Indian Polity › Constitutional Framework & Development · Save

Consider the following statements in respect of the Constitution Day : Statement–I : The Constitution Day is celebrated on 26th November every year to promote constitutional values among citizens. Statement–II : On 26th November, 1949, the Constituent Assembly of India set up a Drafting Committee under the Chairmanship of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar to prepare a Draft Constitution of India.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

(a) Both Statement–I and Statement–II are correct and Statement–II is the correct explanation for Statement–I
(b) Both Statement–I and Statement–II are correct and Statement–II is not the correct explanation for Statement–I
(c) Statement–I is correct but Statement–II is incorrect
(d) Statement–I is incorrect but Statement–II is correct
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Answer: (c) Statement–I is correct but Statement–II is incorrect