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SSC CGL Preparation – Day 10
MCQs – Fundamental Rights & Duties
1. Which Article of the Constitution is known as the “Heart and Soul of the Constitution”?
A. Article 14
B. Article 21
C. Article 32
D. Article 19
Answer: C. Article 32
Explanation: Article 32 provides the right to constitutional remedies and was called the “Heart and Soul” of the Constitution by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.
2. The Right to Education under Article 21A is applicable to which age group?
A. 0–6 years
B. 6–14 years
C. 5–15 years
D. 6–18 years
Answer: B. 6–14 years
Explanation: Article 21A mandates free and compulsory education to children aged 6 to 14 years.
3. The Right to Property was removed from the list of Fundamental Rights by which Amendment?
A. 42nd Amendment
B. 44th Amendment
C. 86th Amendment
D. 52nd Amendment
Answer: B. 44th Amendment
Explanation: The 44th Amendment Act, 1978, removed the Right to Property from the list of Fundamental Rights and made it a legal right under Article 300A.
4. Which of the following is NOT a Fundamental Duty?
A. To protect and improve the natural environment
B. To promote international peace and security
C. To develop scientific temper
D. To abide by the Constitution
Answer: B. To promote international peace and security
Explanation: This is a directive principle, not a fundamental duty.
5. How many Fundamental Rights are currently guaranteed by the Constitution?
A. 7
B. 6
C. 8
D. 5
Answer: B. 6
Explanation: Currently, there are 6 Fundamental Rights. The Right to Property was removed in 1978.
6. Under which Article is the Right to Freedom of Religion provided?
A. Article 14
B. Article 19
C. Article 25
D. Article 30
Answer: C. Article 25
Explanation: Article 25 ensures the freedom of conscience and the right to freely profess, practice, and propagate religion.
7. Which Fundamental Right prohibits “Untouchability”?
A. Right to Equality
B. Right to Freedom
C. Right against Exploitation
D. Cultural and Educational Rights
Answer: A. Right to Equality
Explanation: Article 17 (under Right to Equality) abolishes untouchability in all forms.
8. The writ issued by a court to release a person who has been detained illegally is:
A. Mandamus
B. Prohibition
C. Habeas Corpus
D. Certiorari
Answer: C. Habeas Corpus
Explanation: “Habeas Corpus” means “to have the body” and is issued to release a person from unlawful detention.
9. Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution by which amendment?
A. 44th Amendment
B. 86th Amendment
C. 42nd Amendment
D. 52nd Amendment
Answer: C. 42nd Amendment
Explanation: The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 added 10 Fundamental Duties to the Constitution under Article 51A.
10. Which Fundamental Right guarantees equality of opportunity in public employment?
A. Article 14
B. Article 15
C. Article 16
D. Article 18
Answer: C. Article 16
Explanation: Article 16 provides for equality of opportunity in public employment to all citizens.
