The question asks to identify the Article in the Indian Constitution that defines the term 'State' specifically for the purpose of Part III (Fundamental Rights). This requires knowledge of the specific provisions related to Fundamental Rights.
Correct Option: B) Article 12 defines the term 'State' for the purpose of Part III of the Constitution.
The question asks to identify the Article of the Indian Constitution that guarantees equality before the law and equal protection of laws. This is a fundamental right, and recalling the specific articles related to Fundamental Rights is key.
Correct Option: B) Article 14
Article 14 of the Indian Constitution is a cornerstone of the Right to Equality. It embodies two important concepts:
The question asks to identify the correct statement regarding the distribution of legislative powers between the Union and State governments as per the Constitution of India. This requires knowledge of the Seventh Schedule, which lists subjects under the Union List, State List, and Concurrent List.
Correct Option: C) Inter-State quarantine is Union subject
The question asks about the implications of equality in society. Equality, in its true sense, aims to create a level playing field for all individuals. We need to identify which of the given options would be absent in a truly equal society.
Correct Option: A) Privileges — In a truly equal society, special rights, advantages, or immunities granted to a particular person or group (privileges) would be absent. Equality aims to ensure that all individuals have the same fundamental rights and opportunities, eliminating any unearned advantages.
The question asks about the origin of the concept of 'equality before the law' in the Indian Constitution. To answer this, one needs to recall the sources of various constitutional provisions.
B) UK — The concept of 'equality before the law' is a cornerstone of the British legal system and was significantly influenced by the writings of A.V. Dicey on the Rule of Law. India, being a former British colony, adopted many principles from the UK's unwritten constitution and common law.
The question asks which fundamental rights cannot be suspended during a National Emergency in India. This relates to the provisions under Article 359 of the Indian Constitution, which deals with the suspension of fundamental rights during an emergency.
C) Articles 20 and 21 cannot be suspended during a National Emergency, as explicitly provided by the 44th Amendment Act of 1978.