1. Consider the following statements regarding the Directive Principles of State Policy: [CSE (Pre) 2015. 1. The Principles spell out the socio-economic democracy in the country. 2. The provisions contained in these Principles are not enforceable by any court. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

2. Consider the following statements: [CSE (Pre) 2006. 1. There is no provision in the Constitution of India to encourage equal pay for equal work for both men and women. 2. The Constitution of India does not define backward classes. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

3. Which one of the following rights was described by D. B.R. Ambedkar as the heart and soul of the Constitution? [CSE (Pre) 2002]

4. Consider the following statements: [CSE (Pre) 2006. 1. Free and compulsory education to the children of 6 - 14 years age-group by the state by the 76th Amendment to the Constitution of India. 2. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan seeks to provide computer education even in rural areas. 3. Education was included in the Concurrent List by the Fortysecond Amendment, 1976 to the Constitution of India. Which of the statements given above are correct?

5. Match List I (Articles of the Constitution of India) with List II (Provision) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists. [CSE (Pre) 2004] List I List II A. Article 14 1. The state shall not discriminate against any citizen on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex place of birth or any of term B. Article 15 2. The state shall not deny to any person equality before the law or the equal protection of laws within the territory of India C. Article 16 3. Untouchability is abolished and its practice in any form is forbidden D. Article 17 4. There shall be equality of opportunity for all citizens in matters relating to employment or appointment to any office under the state Codes: A B C D

6. Which of the following is/are among the Fundamental Duties of citizens laid down in the Indian Constitution? [CSE (Pre) 2012. 1. To preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture. 2. To protect the weaker sections from social injustice. 3. To develop the scientific temper and spirit of enquiry. 4. To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

7. In which Article of the Constitution of India no child below the age of 14 years is to be employed to work in any factory or mine engaged in any other hazardous employment? [CSE (Pre) 2004]

8. Which of the following is/are included in the Directive Principles of State Policy? [CSE (Pre) 2008. 1. Prohibition of traffic in human beings and forced labour. 2. Prohibition of consumption except for medicinal purposes of intoxicating drinks and of other drugs which are injurious to health. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

9. Consider the following statements? [CSE (Pre) 2005. 1. Articles 371(A) to 371(I) were inserted in the Constitution of India to meet regional demands of Nagaland, Assam, Manipur, Andhra Pradesh, Sikkim, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh and Goa.

10. According to the Constitution of India, which of the following are fundamental for the governance of the country? [CSE (Pre) 2013]

11. Consider the following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Constitution of India [CSE (Pre) 2012. 1. Securing for citizens of India a uniform civil code. 2. Organising Village Panchayats. 3. Promoting cottage industries in rural areas. 4. Securing for all the workers reasonable leisure and cultural opportunities. Which of the above are the Gandhian Principles that are reflected in the Directive Principles of State Policy?

12. 'To uphold and protect the Sovereignty, Unity and Integrity of India'

13. Consider the following: [CSE (Pre) 2011. 1. Right to Educatio. 2. Right to Equal Access to Public Servic. 3. Right to Food Which of the above is/are Human Right/Human Rights under 'Universal Declaration of Human Rights?

14. Consider the following statements: [CSE (Pre) 2005. 1. Article 301 pertains to the right to property. 2. Right to property is a legal right but not a Fundamental Right. 3. Article 300 A was inserted in the Constitutional Amendment. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

15. In the Indian Constitution, the Right to Equality is granted by five Articles. They are [CSE (Pre) 2002]

16. Consider the following statements: A Constitutional government is one whic. 1. Places effective restrictions on individual liberty in the interest of state authority. 2. Places effective restrictions on the authority of the state in the interest of individual liberty. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? [CSE (Pre) 2014]

17. Consider the following statements: [CSE (Pre) 2005] (1) Articles 371(A) to 371(I) were inserted in the Constitution of India to meet regional demands of Nagaland, Assam, Manipur, Andhra Pradesh, Sikkim, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh and Goa. (2) Constitution of India and the USA envisages a dual polity (the Union and the states) but a single citizenship. (3) A naturalised citizen of India can never be deprived of his citizenship. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

18. The 'Instrument of Instructions' contained in the Government of India Act, 1935 have been incorporated in the Constitution of India in the year 1950 as [CSE (Pre) 2010]

19. Which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India have a bearing on education? [CSE (Pre) 2012. 1. Directive Principles of State Polic. 2. Rural and urban local bodie. 3. Fifth Schedul. 4. Sixth Schedule 5. Seventh Schedule Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

20. The ideal of 'Welfare State' in the Indian Constitution is enshrined in its [CSE (Pre) 2015]

21. Under the Constitution of India, which one of the following is not a Fundamental Duty? [CSE (Pre) 2011]

22. With reference to the Constitution of India, consider the following [CSE (Pre) 2010. 1. Fundamental Rights. 2. Fundamental Duties. 3. Directive Principles of State Policy. Which of the above provisions of the Constitution of India is/are fulfilled by the National Social Assistance Programme launched by the Government of India?

23. According to the National Human Rights Commission Act, 1993, who among the following can be its Chairman? [CSE (Pre) 2004]