Q1. The members of Constituent Assembly were
(a) Elected by the provincial assemblies
(b) Elected directly by the people
(c) Nominated by the government
(d) Only representatives of princely states
(UPSC Prelims 1979)
Answer: (a) Elected by the provincial assemblies
Explanation: The Constituent Assembly of India was formed through indirect elections by provincial legislatures, as per the Cabinet Mission Plan. It included representatives from British provinces and princely states, tasked with drafting the Constitution.
Q2. The Constitution of India was actually ready in
(a) 1947
(b) 1949
(c) 1950
(d) 1952
(UPSC Prelims 1981)
Answer: (b) 1949
Explanation: The Constitution of India was completed on 26th November 1949, though it came into effect on 26th January 1950. This marked the formal adoption of a sovereign legal framework, replacing colonial laws and laying the foundation for democratic governance.
Q3. On which date Constitution of India was adopted and enacted by the Constituent Assembly ?
(a) 15th August, 1947
(b) 26th January, 1950
(c) 26th November, 1949
(d) 30th January, 1948
Answer: (c) 26th November, 1949
(UPSC Prelims 1981)
Explanation: The Constitution of India was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on 26th November 1949, though it came into effect on 26th January 1950. This date is celebrated as Constitution Day, marking the birth of Indian democracy.