Class 8 Social Science — Chapter 9: The Indian Constitution
6 practice questions · 2 Easy · 2 Medium · 2 Hard
Practise Class 8 Social Science Chapter 9, "The Indian Constitution", with 6 NCERT-aligned multiple-choice questions. The set is split into 2 Easy, 2 Medium and 2 Hard questions, so you can warm up on the fundamentals and then push into the exam-level problems that separate top scorers in CBSE Board exams.
"The Indian Constitution" is one of the chapters where dates, cause-and-effect reasoning and map/source interpretation really pays off. Each MCQ on this chapter is timed and uses exam-grade marking (+2 correct, −1 wrong, 0 skipped), training the same accuracy-under-pressure that real papers demand. Every question carries a short explanation, so a wrong answer becomes a quick lesson rather than a dead end — the fastest way to close gaps before a test.
Use this chapter as targeted revision: attempt the Easy set first to confirm your basics on The Indian Constitution, then move to Medium and Hard to test application and problem-solving. Your accuracy, streaks and XP save automatically, and the chapter feeds into your overall Class 8 Social Science mastery score. A few sample questions are shown below; sign in free to practise all 6.
Key concepts: The Indian Constitution (Class 8 Social Science)
This chapter explains why India needs a Constitution, its key features, and the rights it guarantees to citizens.
- Why a constitution
- It lays down the basic rules, defines the nature of government, and protects citizens from misuse of power.
- Key features
- Federalism, parliamentary form of government, separation of powers, fundamental rights and secularism.
- Fundamental Rights
- Rights such as equality, freedom, against exploitation, freedom of religion, cultural-educational rights and constitutional remedies.
- Separation of powers
- Power is divided among the legislature, executive and judiciary so that each checks the others.
- Secularism in the Constitution
- The State treats all religions equally and has no official religion.
💡 Exam tips for The Indian Constitution
- Learn the key features: federalism, parliamentary system, separation of powers, fundamental rights, secularism.
- The Right to Constitutional Remedies lets citizens approach courts to protect their fundamental rights.
Sample questions
Indian Constitution was adopted on:
Came into force 26 January 1950.
Number of Fundamental Rights currently:
After Property right was removed in 1978.
India is described as:
Holding-together federation.
The Indian Constitution — FAQs
What are the key concepts in Class 8 Social Science The Indian Constitution?+
This chapter explains why India needs a Constitution, its key features, and the rights it guarantees to citizens. Key ideas include Why a constitution, Key features, Fundamental Rights, Separation of powers, Secularism in the Constitution.
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