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Chapter 10: The Constitution of India — An Introduction

 Worksheet – Chapter 10: The Constitution of India — An Introduction

Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

A Constitution is:

a) A set of stories

b) A formal document of laws and principles

c) A type of election

d) A court decision

Which organ of government makes laws?

a) Judiciary

b) Executive

c) Legislature

d) President

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar was the Chairman of:

a) Parliament

b) Judiciary

c) Drafting Committee

d) Executive Committee

The Constitution of India came into force on:

a) 15 August 1947

b) 26 January 1950

c) 26 November 1949

d) 2 October 1948

Fundamental Rights are:

a) Optional rules

b) Basic rights guaranteed to citizens

c) Duties of citizens

d) Government policies

The Preamble expresses:

a) Election results

b) Fundamental Duties only

c) Goals and ideals of the Constitution

d) Emergency provisions

Universal Adult Franchise means:

a) Only educated people can vote

b) Every eligible adult citizen can vote

c) Only men can vote

d) Only government officials can vote

Which country inspired India’s Parliamentary System?

a) USA

b) Germany

c) UK

d) France

Directive Principles are:

a) Enforceable laws

b) Guidelines for government policies

c) Rights of citizens

d) Rules for courts

Changes made in the Constitution are called:

a) Elections

b) Amendments

c) Bills

d) Policies

Section B: Fill in the Blanks

  • The Constitution is a __________ document.
  • The __________ interprets laws.
  • Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected as the __________ of the Constituent Assembly.
  • India became a Republic on __________.
  • Fundamental Rights can be enforced in __________.
  • The Constitution of India was adopted on __________.
  • __________ are moral obligations of citizens.
  • The introduction of the Constitution is called the __________.
  • __________ means brotherhood among citizens.
  • The Constitution of India is called a __________ document.

Section C: Match the Following

Column A                                                     Column B

1. Legislature                                                     a. Makes laws

2. Executive                                                     b. Implements laws

3. Judiciary                                                     c. Interprets laws

4. Preamble                                                     d. Introduction of Constitution

5. Fundamental Duties                                     e. Responsibilities of citizens

Section D: True or False

  • The Constitution limits government powers. ________
  • Dr. B.R. Ambedkar was Chairman of the Drafting Committee. ________
  • Fundamental Duties are legally enforceable in courts. ________
  • Universal Adult Franchise gives voting rights to all eligible adults. ________
  • India borrowed no ideas from other countries. ________
  • Judiciary interprets laws. ________
  • Directive Principles are enforceable by courts. ________
  • The Constitution can never be changed. ________
  • Equality is one of the values of the Preamble. ________
  • India gave voting rights to all adults from the beginning. ________

Section E: Very Short Answer Questions

  • What is a Constitution?
  • Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee?
  • What is the Preamble?
  • What are Fundamental Rights?
  • What is Universal Adult Franchise?

Section F: Short Answer Questions

  • Why do we need a Constitution?
  • Mention any three features of the Indian Constitution.
  • Explain the meaning of checks and balances.
  • Write any three values given in the Preamble.

Section G: Long Answer Questions

  • Explain the process of making the Constitution of India.
  • Explain how the freedom struggle influenced the Constitution of India.
  • Explain the important features of the Indian Constitution.

Section H: Case Study Based Questions

Case Study – 1

In a country, citizens follow one set of rules that explain how the government should work. The document also explains the powers of the legislature, executive, and judiciary. It protects citizens' rights and limits government powers. It guides the nation according to values such as equality, justice, and liberty.

  • Questions:
  • Which document is being discussed?
  • Name the three organs of government.
  • Mention any one value mentioned above.
  • Why does this document limit government powers?

Case Study – 2

The Constituent Assembly of India had members from different regions, communities, and professions. Women were also included in the Assembly. The members worked together to prepare a Constitution that represented the needs and values of all Indians.

Questions:

  • Why was diversity important in the Constituent Assembly?
  • Who chaired the Drafting Committee?
  • When was the Constitution adopted?
  • How did diversity help in preparing the Constitution?

Case Study – 3

Riya turned 18 years old and was excited to vote for the first time. She stood in a queue with people from different religions, communities, and backgrounds. Everyone had an equal right to vote and choose representatives.

Questions:

  • Which feature of the Constitution is shown here?
  • What does Universal Adult Franchise mean?
  • Which value of the Constitution is reflected here?
  • Why is voting important in a democracy?

Answer Key 
Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
  • b) A formal document of laws and principles
  • c) Legislature
  • c) Drafting Committee
  • b) 26 January 1950
  • b) Basic rights guaranteed to citizens
  • c) Goals and ideals of the Constitution
  • b) Every eligible adult citizen can vote
  • c) UK
  • b) Guidelines for government policies
  • b) Amendments
Section B: Fill in the Blanks
  • formal
  • Judiciary
  • Chairman
  • 26 January 1950
  • courts
  • 26 November 1949
  • Fundamental Duties
  • Preamble
  • Fraternity
  • living
Section C: Match the Following
Column A                                             Column B
1. Legislature                                             a. Makes laws
2. Executive                                             b. Implements laws
3. Judiciary                                             c. Interprets laws
4. Preamble                                             d. Introduction of Constitution
5. Fundamental Duties                             e. Responsibilities of citizens

Section D: True or False
  • True
  • True
  • False
  • True
  • False
  • True
  • False
  • False
  • True
  • True
Section E: Very Short Answer Questions
1. What is a Constitution?
A Constitution is a formal document that contains the basic laws, principles, and structure of government of a country.

2. Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee?
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

3. What is the Preamble?
The Preamble is the introduction to the Constitution that states its goals and ideals.

4. What are Fundamental Rights?
Fundamental Rights are basic rights guaranteed to all citizens by the Constitution.

5. What is Universal Adult Franchise?
Universal Adult Franchise means every eligible adult citizen has the right to vote.

Section F: Short Answer Questions
1. Why do we need a Constitution?
To ensure equality and justice.
To protect citizens' rights.
To limit government powers.
To provide rules for governance.

2. Mention any three features of the Indian Constitution.
Fundamental Rights
Universal Adult Franchise
Separation of Powers

3. Explain the meaning of checks and balances.
Checks and balances ensure that the Legislature, Executive, and Judiciary control and monitor each other so that no organ misuses its powers.

4. Write any three values given in the Preamble.
Justice
Equality
Liberty

Section G: Long Answer Questions
1. Explain the process of making the Constitution of India.
The Constituent Assembly was formed in 1946.
Members represented different regions and communities.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad became Chairman of the Assembly.
The Drafting Committee, headed by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, prepared the Constitution.
The Constitution was adopted on 26 November 1949 and came into force on 26 January 1950.

2. Explain how the freedom struggle influenced the Constitution of India.
The freedom struggle inspired the Constitution by promoting values such as:
Equality
Justice
Freedom
Democracy
Unity in diversity

Leaders of the freedom movement also became members of the Constituent Assembly and included these ideas in the Constitution.

3. Explain the important features of the Indian Constitution.
Important features include:
Fundamental Rights
Universal Adult Franchise
Separation of Powers
Directive Principles of State Policy
Fundamental Duties
Checks and Balances
Flexibility through amendments
Section H: Case Study Answers
Case Study – 1
  • Answer: Constitution
  • Answer: Legislature, Executive, and Judiciary
  • Answer: Equality / Justice / Liberty (any one)
  • Answer: To prevent misuse of power and ensure accountability.
Case Study – 2
  • Answer: To represent different communities, regions, and viewpoints of India.
  • Answer: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
  • Answer: 26 November 1949
  • Answer: It helped make the Constitution fair, balanced, and inclusive.
Case Study – 3
  • Answer: Universal Adult Franchise
  • Answer: Every eligible adult citizen has the right to vote.
  • Answer: Equality
  • Answer: Voting allows citizens to choose representatives and participate in governance.

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