Indian Constitution at Work

With reference to the Constitution of India, consider the following statements:

1. 1.No High Court shall have the jurisdiction to declare any central law to be constitutionally invalid.
2. 2.An amendment to the Constitution of India cannot be called into question by the Supreme Court of India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. (a)1 only
2. (b)2 only
3. (c)Both 1 and 2
4. (d)Neither 1 nor 2

Consider the following statements:

1. 1.The Constitution of India defines its 'basic structure' in terms of federalism, secularism, fundamental rights and democracy.
2. 2.The Constitution of India provides for 'judicial review' to safeguard the citizens' liberties and to preserve the ideals on which the Constitution is based.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. (a)1 only
2. (b)2 only
3. (c)Both 1 and 2
4. (d)Neither 1 nor 2

Consider the following statements:

1. 1.A bill amending the Constitution requires a prior recommendation of the President of India.
2. 2.When a Constitution Amendment Bill is presented to the President of India, it is obligatory for the President of India to give his/her assent.
3. 3.A Constitution Amendment Bill must be passed by both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha by a special majority and there is no provision for joint sitting.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. (a)1 and 2 only
2. (b)2 and 3 only
3. (c)1 and 3 only
4. (d)1, 2 and 3

As per Article 368 of the Constitution of India, the Parliament may amend any provision of the Constitution by way of:

1. 1.Addition
2. 2.Variation
3. 3.Repeal

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

1. (a)1 and 2 only
2. (b)2 and 3 only
3. (c)1 and 3 only
4. (d)1, 2 and 3