UPSC Polity MCQ Practice Set – 25 Important Questions for Prelims 2026

Polity is one of the most scoring and predictable subjects in the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination. A strong grip on the Constitution, Parliament, Judiciary, Federalism, and Constitutional Bodies can significantly improve Prelims performance.

Regular MCQ practice sharpens conceptual clarity, improves elimination techniques, and strengthens retention. Below is a 25-question Polity Practice Set designed as per the UPSC pattern, covering static and current-linked themes.

UPSC: Polity MCQ Practice Set - 25 Questions

Q1. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with Fundamental Rights?

A) Part II
B) Part III
C) Part IV
D) Part V

Q2. The concept of Judicial Review in India is borrowed from:

A) UK
B) USA
C) Canada
D) Ireland

Q3. The Governor of a State is appointed by:

A) Chief Minister
B) State Legislature
C) President of India
D) Prime Minister

Q4. Which Article deals with the abolition of untouchability?

A) Article 15
B) Article 17
C) Article 19
D) Article 21

Q5. The Finance Commission is constituted under:

A) Article 280
B) Article 356
C) Article 370
D) Article 324

Q6. Money Bills can be introduced in:

A) Rajya Sabha only
B) Lok Sabha only
C) Either House
D) Joint Sitting

Q7. The minimum age to become a Member of Lok Sabha is:

A) 21 years
B) 25 years
C) 30 years
D) 35 years

Q8. Which Schedule contains provisions related to Anti-Defection?

A) 8th Schedule
B) 9th Schedule
C) 10th Schedule
D) 11th Schedule

Q9. The Attorney General of India is appointed by:

A) Prime Minister
B) Chief Justice of India
C) President
D) Parliament

Q10. Panchayati Raj Institutions were constitutionalised by which Amendment?

A) 42nd
B) 44th
C) 73rd
D) 86th

Q11. Which body conducts elections to Parliament and State Legislatures?

A) UPSC
B) Finance Commission
C) Election Commission of India
D) CAG

Q12. The President can proclaim National Emergency under Article:

A) 352
B) 356
C) 360
D) 368

Q13. The Directive Principles are inspired from the Constitution of:

A) USA
B) Ireland
C) Australia
D) Canada

Q14. Which amendment added the words "Socialist" and "Secular" to the Preamble?

A) 24th
B) 42nd
C) 44th
D) 52nd

Q15. The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) submits reports to:

A) Prime Minister
B) President
C) Parliament
D) Supreme Court

Q16. Which Article provides for Constitutional Remedies?

A) Article 19
B) Article 21
C) Article 32
D) Article 226

Q17. The Rajya Sabha is a:

A) Temporary House
B) Dissolvable House
C) Permanent House
D) Joint House

Q18. Which of the following is NOT a Fundamental Duty?

A) Protect environment
B) Promote harmony
C) Right to education
D) Safeguard public property

Q19. The 11th Schedule relates to:

A) Municipalities
B) Panchayats
C) Languages
D) Tribal Areas

Q20. The power to amend the Constitution lies with:

A) President
B) Parliament
C) Supreme Court
D) State Legislatures

Q21. The Inter-State Council is established under:

A) Article 263
B) Article 280
C) Article 324
D) Article 356

Q22. Which writ is issued to release a person unlawfully detained?

A) Mandamus
B) Certiorari
C) Habeas Corpus
D) Quo Warranto

Q23. The Vice-President is elected by:

A) Lok Sabha only
B) Rajya Sabha only
C) Both Houses of Parliament
D) State Legislatures

Q24. Which Schedule lists official languages?

A) 7th
B) 8th
C) 9th
D) 10th

Q25. President's Rule in a State is imposed under:

A) Article 352
B) Article 356
C) Article 360
D) Article 368

Answer Key

How to Use This Practice Set

Attempt within 25-30 minutes to simulate exam pressure.

• Analyse incorrect answers thoroughly.
• Revise related Articles and Amendments.
• Maintain an error notebook for revision.

Consistent MCQ practice improves accuracy, conceptual clarity, and elimination skills-key factors in clearing the UPSC Prelims cutoff.