25 Important Articles of the Indian Constitution Explained
Rahul Kumar
SSC Exam Expert & Content Editor
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A practice set explaining 25 important Articles of the Indian Constitution in simple language, with practice questions and FAQs for SSC GK revision.
The Indian Constitution is one of the highest-weightage static GK topics in SSC exams. This practice set explains 25 important Articles of the Constitution in simple language, followed by practice questions and FAQs.
25 Important Articles of the Indian Constitution: Quick Reference Table
| # | Article | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Article 14 | Equality before law |
| 2 | Article 15 | Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth |
| 3 | Article 16 | Equality of opportunity in public employment |
| 4 | Article 17 | Abolition of untouchability |
| 5 | Article 18 | Abolition of titles |
| 6 | Article 19 | Protection of six fundamental freedoms (speech, assembly, association, etc.) |
| 7 | Article 20 | Protection in respect of conviction for offences |
| 8 | Article 21 | Protection of life and personal liberty |
| 9 | Article 21A | Right to free and compulsory education (ages 6-14) |
| 10 | Article 22 | Protection against arrest and detention in certain cases |
| 11 | Article 23 | Prohibition of traffic in human beings and forced labour |
| 12 | Article 24 | Prohibition of employment of children in factories |
| 13 | Article 25 | Freedom of conscience and free profession of religion |
| 14 | Article 32 | Right to constitutional remedies (called the "heart and soul" of the Constitution by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar) |
| 15 | Article 44 | Uniform Civil Code (Directive Principle) |
| 16 | Article 51A | Fundamental Duties of citizens |
| 17 | Article 61 | Procedure for impeachment of the President |
| 18 | Article 72 | Pardoning power of the President |
| 19 | Article 123 | Ordinance-making power of the President |
| 20 | Article 124 | Establishment and constitution of the Supreme Court |
| 21 | Article 226 | Power of High Courts to issue certain writs |
| 22 | Article 280 | Constitution of the Finance Commission |
| 23 | Article 324 | Superintendence, direction and control of elections (Election Commission) |
| 24 | Article 352 | Proclamation of National Emergency |
| 25 | Article 356 | President's Rule in case of failure of constitutional machinery in states |
Practice Questions on Constitutional Articles
- Q1. Which Article is known as the "heart and soul" of the Constitution?
Answer: Article 32 (Right to Constitutional Remedies) - Q2. Which Article abolishes untouchability?
Answer: Article 17 - Q3. Which Article provides the Right to Education?
Answer: Article 21A - Q4. Which Article deals with the pardoning power of the President?
Answer: Article 72 - Q5. Which Article empowers the President to proclaim a National Emergency?
Answer: Article 352 - Q6. Which Article allows the President to impose President's Rule in a state?
Answer: Article 356 - Q7. Which Article establishes the Election Commission of India?
Answer: Article 324 - Q8. Which Article gives High Courts the power to issue writs?
Answer: Article 226 - Q9. Which Article lists the Fundamental Duties of citizens?
Answer: Article 51A - Q10. Which Article deals with the Uniform Civil Code?
Answer: Article 44 - Q11. Which Article gives the President ordinance-making power?
Answer: Article 123 - Q12. Which Article establishes the Supreme Court of India?
Answer: Article 124
Tips to Remember Constitutional Articles for SSC
- Group Articles by category: Fundamental Rights (12-35), Directive Principles (36-51), President's powers (52-78), and Emergency provisions (352-360).
- Learn the famous nicknames of Articles (Article 32 = "heart and soul," Article 352/356/360 = Emergency provisions) as memory anchors.
- Revise alongside our other practice sets on Indian Polity topics.
- Practice more with our previous year questions and study material.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Which Article is called the "heart and soul" of the Indian Constitution?
Article 32, the Right to Constitutional Remedies, was called the "heart and soul" of the Constitution by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.
2. Which Article provides for the Right to Education?
Article 21A provides free and compulsory education to children between the ages of 6 and 14.
3. Which Article abolishes untouchability in India?
Article 17 abolishes untouchability and forbids its practice in any form.
4. What does Article 352 deal with?
Article 352 deals with the proclamation of a National Emergency by the President.
5. What does Article 356 deal with?
Article 356 allows the President to impose President's Rule in a state when its constitutional machinery fails.
6. Which Article establishes the Election Commission of India?
Article 324 provides for the superintendence, direction and control of elections through the Election Commission.
7. Which Article gives citizens the right to equality before law?
Article 14 guarantees equality before the law and equal protection of laws to all citizens.
8. Which Article lists the Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens?
Article 51A lists the Fundamental Duties, added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976.
9. What is the significance of Article 21?
Article 21 protects the right to life and personal liberty and has been interpreted broadly by courts to include many related rights.
10. Which Article deals with the pardoning power of the President?
Article 72 gives the President the power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites or remissions of punishment.
11. What is the Uniform Civil Code Article?
Article 44, a Directive Principle of State Policy, calls for a Uniform Civil Code for all citizens.
12. Which Articles cover Fundamental Rights in the Constitution?
Fundamental Rights are covered under Articles 12 to 35 of Part III of the Constitution.
13. Which Article gives the President ordinance-making power?
Article 123 allows the President to promulgate ordinances when Parliament is not in session.
14. How should I prepare Constitution articles for SSC exams?
Group Articles by theme (Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, Emergency provisions) and remember one key phrase for each Article rather than exact wording.
15. Where can I find more polity practice sets?
Visit our Practice Papers section for more Constitution and polity-based SSC practice sets.
Rahul Kumar
SSC Exam Expert & Content Editor
Rahul is a senior SSC exam strategist with 8+ years of experience helping aspirants crack CGL, CHSL and MTS exams. He writes in-depth notification breakdowns, exam pattern guides and preparation strategies.
