Do you dream of wearing the uniform and protecting the borders of our country? The SSC GD Constable exam is your gateway to joining prestigious forces like the BSF, CRPF, and CISF. But to reach the physical test, you must first clear the written exam. In the General Awareness section, there is one subject that is the most scoring and reliable: The Indian Constitution (Polity). Many students get scared of “Polity” because of the vast syllabus, but SSC asks very simple questions from this topic in the SSC GD exam. Questions are very direct, like “What is the minimum age to be President?” or “Which Article abolishes Untouchability?” If you memorize a few key facts, these marks are gifts. To help you prepare without confusion, we have provided a PDF containing the most repeated Indian Constitution questions for SSC GD exam in this blog.
Why is the Indian Constitution Important for SSC GD?
In the General Awareness section (20 questions), Polity is a major pillar.
- Fixed Weightage: You can consistently expect 3 to 4 questions from the Constitution.
- Direct & Static: Unlike Current Affairs, which changes every month, the Article for Fundamental Rights will never change. Once you learn it, it is yours forever.
- Easy to Learn: You don’t need deep analysis. You just need to remember “Who, What, and Which Article.”
Important Constitution Topics for SSC GD
Don’t read the whole Laxmikanth book. Focus strictly on these topics:
- Fundamental Rights: Articles 12 to 35 (Especially Art. 17, 19, 21, 32).
- Important Appointments: Minimum age and tenure of the President, Governor, PM, and CM.
- Schedules: 8th Schedule (Languages) and 10th Schedule (Anti-Defection).
- Important Amendments: 42nd (Mini Constitution), 44th, and 86th.
- Sources: Which feature was borrowed from which country (e.g., Fundamental Rights from USA).
Download Free PDF of Indian Constitution Questions for SSC GD
We have prepared a comprehensive PDF containing exam-level questions. We have chosen questions that cover the unique mix of Articles, Parts, and Schedules that SSC GD is famous for. Download it, save it, and practice these questions to build your confidence.
Q1. Who is known as the ‘Father of the Indian Constitution’?
(a) Jawaharlal Nehru
(b) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
(c) Mahatma Gandhi
(d) Sardar Patel
Answer: (b) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
(Logic: He was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee and played the most crucial role in framing the Constitution.)
Q2. Which Article of the Indian Constitution abolishes ‘Untouchability’?
(a) Article 16
(b) Article 17
(c) Article 18
(d) Article 23
Answer: (b) Article 17
(Logic: Article 17 declares untouchability a punishable offense. This is the most repeated question in SSC exams.)
Q3. What is the minimum age required to become the President of India?
(a) 25 years
(b) 30 years
(c) 35 years
(d) 40 years
Answer: (c) 35 years
(Logic: President, Vice-President, and Governor all require a minimum age of 35. For Lok Sabha, it is 25.)
Q4. The concept of ‘Fundamental Duties’ was borrowed from the constitution of:
(a) USA
(b) USSR (Russia)
(c) UK
(d) Canada
Answer: (b) USSR (Russia)
(Logic: Fundamental Duties (Article 51A) were adopted from the Soviet Union. Fundamental Rights were taken from the USA.)
Q5. How many Schedules does the Indian Constitution have currently?
(a) 8
(b) 10
(c) 11
(d) 12
Answer: (d) 12
(Logic: Originally there were 8 Schedules. Now there are 12. The 11th and 12th relate to Panchayats and Municipalities.)
Q6. Which Constitutional Amendment is known as the ‘Mini Constitution’?
(a) 42nd Amendment
(b) 44th Amendment
(c) 61st Amendment
(d) 86th Amendment
Answer: (a) 42nd Amendment (1976)
(Logic: It brought massive changes, including adding the words ‘Socialist, Secular, Integrity’ to the Preamble.)
Q7. The ‘Right to Education’ is a Fundamental Right under which Article?
(a) Article 19
(b) Article 21
(c) Article 21A
(d) Article 32
Answer: (c) Article 21A
(Logic: Added by the 86th Amendment, it makes education free and compulsory for children aged 6 to 14.)
Q8. Who appoints the Governor of a State?
(a) Chief Minister
(b) Prime Minister
(c) President
(d) Chief Justice
Answer: (c) President
(Logic: The Governor is appointed by the President and holds office during his pleasure.)
Q9. Under which Article can the President declare a ‘National Emergency’?
(a) Article 352
(b) Article 356
(c) Article 360
(d) Article 370
Answer: (a) Article 352
(Logic: 352 is National Emergency (War/Aggression). 356 is State Emergency (President’s Rule). 360 is Financial Emergency.)
Q10. The 10th Schedule of the Constitution deals with:
(a) Languages
(b) Anti-Defection Law
(c) Panchayati Raj
(d) Land Reforms
Answer: (b) Anti-Defection Law
(Logic: Added by the 52nd Amendment, it disqualifies MPs/MLAs who defect to another party.)
5 Simple Tips to Master the Indian Constitution
Polity is easy if you study smartly. Follow these 5 tips to master the Indian Constitution for SSC GD:
- Focus on Articles 1 to 51: You don’t need to learn all 448 Articles. 90% of questions come from Part I to Part IV-A (Union, Citizenship, Fundamental Rights, DPSP, and Duties). Master these first.
- Compare Positions: Don’t study the President and the Governor separately. Study them together. The President (Center) is similar to the Governor (State). PM is similar to CM. This halves your study load.
- Make a “Sources” Table: Make a small table of what we borrowed from where. (e.g., Parliament -> UK, Preamble -> USA, DPSP -> Ireland). Stick it on your wall.
- Solve Topic Tests: Just reading the concept and questions will not be enough. If you want to score good marks in the exam, then you should practice them also in time-bound conditions. Attempt our Free Topic Tests to check if you remember the exact Article numbers under time pressure.
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FAQs: Constitution Questions for SSC GD
No. The level is basic. The questions are direct and factual. You don’t need to know Supreme Court case laws.
You can consistently expect 3 to 4 questions in the General Awareness section.
Yes, but only the major ones. Focus on the 42nd, 44th, 61st (Voting age 21 to 18), 86th (Education), and 101st (GST).
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