Indian Constitution MCQs — Preamble & Citizenship (Articles 1–11)
Practice exam-level Indian Constitution MCQs on the Preamble and Citizenship—perfect revision for UPSC, SSC, and state PSC exams.
This quiz focuses on the foundational parts of the Constitution of India: Part I (The Union and its Territory) and Part II (Citizenship), along with key ideas from the Preamble. You’ll find clear, one-line explanations to build fast recall of Articles 1–11 and related concepts.
- Preamble MCQ: Justice, Liberty, Equality, Fraternity; 42nd Amendment additions—Socialist, Secular, Integrity
- Articles 1–4 MCQ: “India, that is Bharat, shall be a Union of States”; new states, name/boundary changes; President’s recommendation; First & Fourth Schedules
- Articles 5–8 MCQ: Citizenship at commencement—domicile with birth/parentage/residence; migrants & persons of Indian origin abroad
- Articles 9–11 MCQ: No dual citizenship; loss/acquisition regulated by law; Parliament’s power to legislate on citizenship
Indian Constitution Quiz
Salient Features of the Indian Constitution — Preamble & Citizenship (Arts. 1–11)
Quick highlights for exam revision (UPSC / SSC / state PSC). Focused on the Preamble and Parts I–II.
- Preamble States the objectives—Justice (social, economic, political), Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity. The 42nd Amendment (1976) added “Socialist”, “Secular”, “Integrity”.
- Art. 1 India, that is Bharat, shall be a Union of States. A federal polity with a strong Union; no right of secession for States is implied.
- Art. 1(3) The “territory of India” includes States, Union territories, and any acquired territories.
- Art. 2 Parliament may admit into the Union or establish new States on terms it thinks fit.
- Art. 3 Parliament can form new States and alter area, boundaries, or names of existing States—via law.
- Procedure A Bill under Art. 3 needs the President’s recommendation; the concerned State legislature’s views are sought but are not binding.
- Art. 4 State-reorganisation laws make consequential changes to the First Schedule (States/UTs) and Fourth Schedule (Rajya Sabha seats) and are not constitutional amendments under Art. 368.
- Arts. 5–11 Citizenship at commencement via domicile + birth/parentage/residence; special provisions for migrants (from Pakistan) and persons of Indian origin abroad. No dual citizenship at commencement (Art. 9). Parliament empowered to regulate citizenship by law (Art. 11).
Flashcards Recap — Preamble & Citizenship (Arts. 1–11)
Which terms were added to the Preamble by the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976?
Socialist, Secular, Integrity.
How does Article 1 describe India?
A Union of States.
What does “territory of India” include under Article 1(3)?
States, Union territories, and territories that may be acquired.
Who can admit or establish new States under Article 2?
Parliament of India.
Before introducing a Bill to alter a State’s area/boundary/name (Art. 3), whose recommendation is required?
The President’s recommendation.
Which Schedules are updated when State territory changes (Art. 4)?
First Schedule and Fourth Schedule.
Which Article excludes certain migrants to Pakistan from Indian citizenship at commencement?
Article 7.
Which Article empowers Parliament to make laws on acquisition/termination of citizenship?
Article 11.
That brings this quick revision of the Indian Constitution’s foundational framework to a close. By practicing MCQs on the Preamble and Articles 1–11, you’ve reinforced how India is described as a Union of States, how new states are admitted and reorganised, and how citizenship operated at commencement and is regulated by Parliament. Keep revisiting the flashcards to cement high-yield facts such as the 42nd Amendment additions to the Preamble, the President’s recommendation for reorganisation bills, updates to the First and Fourth Schedules, and the limits on dual citizenship. For UPSC, SSC and state PSC exams, accuracy grows with repetition: attempt the quiz again after a day, then after a week, and note the questions you still miss. When you’re comfortable with Parts I–II, move to Fundamental Rights (Part III) to complete your foundation in Indian Polity. Smart, consistent practice will turn these articles from facts to second-nature recall for exams.
