The Constitution of India gives us some duties, powers, and responsibilities that guide our democracy. The Fundamental Duties remind every citizen about their responsibilities towards the country. At the same time, the President and Vice President are the top leaders of the Union Executive and play an important role in running the nation. Knowing these topics is very useful for students preparing for competitive exams and also helps in understanding how our system works. Below is a set of Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) based on Fundamental Duties, the President, and the Vice President of India, which cover important facts, history, and constitutional points.
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The Fundamental Duties were incorporated in the Indian Constitution by the 42nd Amendment of 1976, on the recommendation of which committee?
a) Swaran Singh Committee
b) Sarkaria Commission
c) Balwant Rai Mehta Committee
d) Kothari Commission
Answer: a) Swaran Singh Committee
When the President is not available to carry out his responsibilities, the Vice President takes over. This arrangement is mentioned under which Article of the Constitution?
a) Article 63
b) Article 64
c) Article 65
d) Article 66
Answer: c) Article 65
How many Fundamental Duties were originally included when they were first added to the Constitution?
a) 9
b) 10
c) 11
d) 12
Answer: b) 10
Which Constitutional Amendment increased the number of Fundamental Duties from 10 to 11 by adding the duty of parents to provide education to their children?
a) 44th Amendment, 1978
b) 52nd Amendment, 1985
c) 86th Amendment, 2002
d) 61st Amendment, 1989
Answer: c) 86th Amendment, 2002
The Fundamental Duties are meant to serve as a reminder to citizens to uphold certain national values. Which country’s Constitution inspired India to adopt them?
a) USA
b) France
c) USSR (Russia)
d) Japan
Answer: c) USSR (Russia)
The minimum age required to contest the election of the Vice President is:
a) 25 years
b) 30 years
c) 35 years
d) 40 years
Answer: c) 35 years
The duty “to protect and improve the natural environment” is included in Fundamental Duties. Under which Article is this specifically mentioned?
a) Article 48A
b) Article 51A(g)
c) Article 21A
d) Article 49
Answer: b) Article 51A(g)
Who was the first woman President of India?
a) Sarojini Naidu
b) Sonia Gandhi
c) Pratibha Patil
d) Indira Gandhi
Answer: c) Pratibha Patil
Fundamental Duties are included in which schedule of the Indian Constitution?
a) First Schedule
b) Third Schedule
c) Fourth Schedule
d) They are not in any Schedule
Answer: d) They are not in any Schedule
Which Fundamental Duty was specifically added by the 86th Constitutional Amendment, 2002?
a) Duty to safeguard public property
b) Duty to respect National Anthem
c) Duty of parents to provide education to children between 6 and 14 years
d) Duty to develop scientific temper
Answer: c) Duty of parents to provide education to children between 6 and 14 years
Which Supreme Court case first emphasized the importance of Fundamental Duties in maintaining national discipline?
a) Kesavananda Bharati vs State of Kerala
b) Indira Gandhi vs Raj Narain
c) Minerva Mills vs Union of India
d) AIIMS Students Union vs AIIMS
Answer: c) Minerva Mills vs Union of India
Fundamental Duties Act serves as a constant reminder to citizens to respect ideals such as national unity, integrity, and patriotism. Which Article lists all Fundamental Duties?
a) Article 50
b) Article 51A
c) Article 32
d) Article 76
Answer: b) Article 51A
Which Article of the Constitution defines the election procedure of the President?
a) Article 54
b) Article 61
c) Article 62
d) Article 60
Answer: a) Article 54
Which one of the following is a Fundamental Duty under the Indian Constitution?
a) To follow the Directive Principles of State Policy
b) To pay income tax regularly
c) To defend the country and render national service when required
d) To obey traffic rules
Answer: c) To defend the country and render national service when required
The Vice President is elected by:
a) Members of State Legislative Assemblies
b) Elected members of Parliament only
c) Both elected and nominated members of Parliament
d) People through direct elections
Answer: c) Both elected and nominated members of Parliament
According to Article 352, the President of India is empowered to declare a national emergency on what particular grounds?
a) Internal disturbance
b) Financial crisis
c) Failure of constitutional machinery in states
d) External aggression or armed rebellion
Answer: d) External aggression or armed rebellion
Who is serving as the Vice President of India in 2025?
a) Venkaiah Naidu
b) Jagdeep Dhankhar
c) Hamid Ansari
d) Pratibha Patil
Answer: b) Jagdeep Dhankhar
The Vice President can be removed by:
a) The Prime Minister
b) The President
c) Resolution of Rajya Sabha Accepted by Lok Sabha
d) Supreme Court of India
Answer: c) Resolution of Rajya Sabha Accepted by Lok Sabha
The Vice President of India holds office for:
a) 4 years
b) 5 years
c) 6 years
d) 7 years
Answer: b) 5 years
What is the minimum age a person must have to be eligible to contest for the post of President of India?
a) 25 years
b) 30 years
c) 35 years
d) 40 years
Answer: c) 35 years
Before assuming office, the President of India takes the oath in front of whom?
a) Prime Minister
b) Speaker of Lok Sabha
c) Chief Justice of India
d) Vice President of India
Answer: c) Chief Justice of India
The tenure of the President of India is:
a) 4 years
b) 5 years
c) 6 years
d) 7 years
Answer: b) 5 years
The system of election used for the Vice President is:
a) Simple majority vote
b) Direct election by citizens
c) Proportional representation by single transferable vote
d) First-past-the-post
Answer: c) Proportional representation by single transferable vote
The President of India can be removed from office on which specific ground?
a) Misuse of power
b) Violation of the Constitution
c) Loss of majority in Parliament
d) Loss of confidence of Prime Minister
Answer: b) Violation of the Constitution
Who was the first President of India?
a) Dr. Rajendra Prasad
b) Dr. S. Radhakrishnan
c) V. V. Giri
d) Zakir Hussain
Answer: a) Dr. Rajendra Prasad
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