Q. In the case of Maneka Gandhi v. Union of India, what was the primary issue addressed by the Supreme Court?
A.
Right to free speech
B.
Right to life and personal liberty
C.
Right to equality
D.
Right to education
Solution
The Supreme Court in Maneka Gandhi v. Union of India addressed the issue of the right to life and personal liberty under Article 21, emphasizing that it cannot be curtailed without a fair procedure.
Correct Answer:
B
— Right to life and personal liberty
Q. What was the significance of the case of Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan?
A.
It established the right to free speech.
B.
It laid down guidelines for preventing sexual harassment at the workplace.
C.
It affirmed the right to equality.
D.
It addressed the right to life.
Solution
The Supreme Court in Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan laid down guidelines to prevent sexual harassment at the workplace, recognizing it as a violation of women's rights.
Correct Answer:
B
— It laid down guidelines for preventing sexual harassment at the workplace.
Q. Which article mandates the State to promote educational and economic interests of the weaker sections of society?
A.
Article 46
B.
Article 14
C.
Article 21
D.
Article 19
Solution
Article 46 mandates the State to promote the educational and economic interests of the weaker sections of society and protect them from social injustice.
Q. Which case is known for the 'basic structure' doctrine of the Constitution?
A.
Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala
B.
Minerva Mills v. Union of India
C.
Indira Gandhi v. Raj Narain
D.
S.R. Bommai v. Union of India
Solution
The case of Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala is known for establishing the 'basic structure' doctrine, which limits Parliament's power to amend the Constitution.
Correct Answer:
A
— Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala
Q. Which landmark judgment emphasized the importance of the Directive Principles of State Policy in relation to Fundamental Rights?
A.
Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala
B.
Minerva Mills v. Union of India
C.
Indira Sawhney v. Union of India
D.
Bodhisattwa Gautam v. Subhra Chakraborty
Solution
In Minerva Mills v. Union of India, the Supreme Court emphasized the harmony and balance between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles of State Policy.
Correct Answer:
B
— Minerva Mills v. Union of India