DPSP and Constitutional Amendments PYQs
Concept revision + 10 clickable questions + detailed explanations
This lesson converts recurring previous-paper concepts into an exam-ready revision set. Question wording is independently rewritten for clarity; explanations are original; and official APPSC, UPSC, SSC and RRB repositories are linked for verification.
Topic Focus
Directive Principles, Article 368 and high-frequency constitutional amendment concepts.
Rapid Answer Map
| No. | Question focus | Correct answer |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Directive Principles of State Policy are contained in: | Part IV |
| 2 | The constitutional idea of Directive Principles was inspired mainly by: | Ireland |
| 3 | Which statement about DPSPs is correct? | They are non-justiciable but fundamental in governance |
| 4 | Equal justice and free legal aid are mentioned in: | Article 39A |
| 5 | The organisation of village panchayats is directed by: | Article 40 |
| 6 | A Uniform Civil Code is mentioned in: | Article 44 |
| 7 | Protection and improvement of the environment is provided in DPSP under: | Article 48A |
| 8 | The procedure for amending the Constitution is mainly found in: | Article 368 |
| 9 | Which amendments gave constitutional status to Panchayats and Municipalities? | 73rd and 74th |
| 10 | Which amendment replaced the expression “internal disturbance” with “armed rebellion” for National Emergency? | 44th Amendment |
10 Clickable MCQs
Directive Principles of State Policy are contained in:
DPSPs are in Part IV, Articles 36 to 51.
The constitutional idea of Directive Principles was inspired mainly by:
The Irish Constitution influenced India’s Directive Principles.
Which statement about DPSPs is correct?
Article 37 makes them non-justiciable but fundamental in governance.
Equal justice and free legal aid are mentioned in:
Article 39A directs the State to promote equal justice and free legal aid.
The organisation of village panchayats is directed by:
Article 40 directs organisation of village panchayats.
A Uniform Civil Code is mentioned in:
Article 44 asks the State to endeavour to secure a Uniform Civil Code.
Protection and improvement of the environment is provided in DPSP under:
Article 48A was inserted by the 42nd Amendment.
The procedure for amending the Constitution is mainly found in:
Article 368 deals with Parliament’s constituent power and amendment procedure.
Which amendments gave constitutional status to Panchayats and Municipalities?
The 73rd Amendment relates to Panchayats and the 74th to Municipalities.
Which amendment replaced the expression “internal disturbance” with “armed rebellion” for National Emergency?
The 44th Amendment tightened Emergency safeguards and used “armed rebellion”.
Common Exam Traps
Quick Revision Checklist
- 1. Part IV — They guide the State in governance.
- 2. Ireland — Fundamental Rights were influenced significantly by the U.S. Bill of Rights.
- 3. They are non-justiciable but fundamental in governance — The State should apply them in making laws.
- 4. Article 39A — It was inserted by the 42nd Amendment.
- 5. Article 40 — The 73rd Amendment later constitutionalised Panchayati Raj institutions.
- 6. Article 44 — It is a Directive Principle, not a Fundamental Right.
- 7. Article 48A — Citizens also have an environmental Fundamental Duty under Article 51A(g).
- 8. Article 368 — Some provisions also require ratification by at least half the States.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these questions copied from coaching websites?
No. Questions are independently rewritten from recurring concepts in official paper repositories and standard sources.
Why is an exact exam year not shown beside every question?
An exam and year are shown only when the source can be checked reliably. This prevents incorrect PYQ attribution.
How should I use this page?
Attempt all questions once, study explanations, revise the answer map, and reattempt after two days.
Official Paper Sources
- APPSC – Question papers and final keys
- APPSC – Question papers of various notifications
- UPSC – Previous question papers
- SSC – Official portal and previous papers
- RRB – Official question/response notices
Source policy: Official repositories establish the tested concepts. Explanations and practice presentation here are original.
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