Indian Politics - Study Mode

[#411] Fundamental duties are included in the Indian Constitution by the Amendment-
Correct Answer

(B) 42th

Explanation

Solution: Article-51(A), under Part-IV(A) of constitution specifies fundamental duties of every citizen. These duties were added into constitution by 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 on recommendation of Sardar Swarn Singh committee.

[#412] When were the fundamental duties inserted in Indian constitution?
Correct Answer

(D) 1976

Explanation

Solution: Article-51(A), under Part-IV(A) of constitution specifies fundamental duties of every citizen. These duties were added into constitution by 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 on recommendation of Sardar Swarn Singh committee.

[#413] Who is the custodian of the implementation of the fundamental rights?
Correct Answer

(D) Both A and B

Explanation

Solution: Both Supreme Court and High Courts are custodian of implementation of fundamental rights. Supreme Court under Article-32 and High Courts under Article-226 issue writ for implementation of fundamental rights.

[#414] Which of the followings issues a writ?
Correct Answer

(A) Any High Court and Supreme Court

Explanation

Solution: Both Supreme Court and High Courts have the power to issue writs under Article-32 and Article-226 respectively. Supreme Court can issue writs in case of violation of fundamental rights only but High court can issue writes in cases of violation of fundamental rights
as well as legal rights.

[#415] What is the literal meaning of 'Certiorari'?
Correct Answer

(D) To be certified (or) to be informed

Explanation

Solution: Certiorari means to be certified. The writ is issued by Supreme Court or any higher court to overturn the decision passed by any subordinate court tribunal or quasi-judicial authority.