(SEM V) THEORY EXAMINATION 2024-25 CONSTITUTION OF INDIA

Subject Code: BNC501

Subject Name: Constitution of India

Course: B.Tech (Semester V)

Maximum Marks: 70

Duration: 3 Hours

Exam Year: 2024–25

Sections: A, B, and C

SECTION A – Short Answer Questions (2 × 7 = 14 Marks)

Attempt all questions briefly.

Define constitutionalism.

What are the types of amendments under Article 368 of the Constitution?

Define the role of the Advocate General at the state level.

What are the differences between an Ordinary Bill and a Constitutional Amendment Bill?

What are the primary sources of law in India?

What is meant by the amendment of the Constitution?

What are the different types of shares a company can issue?
 

SECTION B – Medium-Length Questions (7 × 3 = 21 Marks)

Attempt any three of the following.

What was the role of the Constituent Assembly in framing the Indian Constitution?

Explain the constitutional powers and functions of the President of India.

Describe the jurisdiction and functions of District Courts in India.

What are the limitations on the power of Parliament to amend the Constitution?

What are the advantages and disadvantages of a partnership as a form of business organization?
 

SECTION C – Long/Analytical Questions (7 × 5 = 35 Marks)

Attempt one part from each question.

Q3. Preamble and Local Governance

a. Explain the significance of the Preamble of the Constitution and its key components.
OR
b. What are the roles and responsibilities of municipalities under the 74th Constitutional Amendment?

Q4. Judicial System and Accountability

a. What is judicial activism? Provide examples where it has impacted governance.
OR
b. Discuss the role and powers of the LokAyukta at the state level.

Q5. Labour and Tort Law

a. Explain the significance of the Industrial Disputes Act in resolving workplace conflicts.
OR
b. Discuss the principles of liability under tort law in India.

Q6. Constitutional Amendments

a. What is the role of the President in the process of constitutional amendment?
OR
b. Discuss the challenges and criticisms associated with the process of amending the Indian Constitution.

Q7. Business Law and E-Governance

a. Explain the role of the Memorandum of Association (MoA) in company formation.
OR
b. What is e-governance? Discuss challenges India faces in implementing e-governance across states and regions.
 

Key Topics for Preparation

Preamble and its philosophy (Justice, Liberty, Equality, Fraternity)

Article 368 and types of constitutional amendments

Role and powers of President, Governor, Advocate General

Judicial activism and LokAyukta

Industrial Disputes Act and Tort Law

74th Amendment and municipal governance

Sources of law in India

Company Law basics — Memorandum of Association (MoA) and types of shares

E-Governance: importance, digital divide, challenges

 Study Tips

Revise key constitutional articles: 12–35 (Fundamental Rights), 36–51 (DPSPs), 368 (Amendments).

Write crisp definitions with examples — helps in 2-mark questions.

For long answers, focus on structure and examples (e.g., Kesavananda Bharati case for amendments, Vishaka case for judicial activism).

Use simple language — clarity matters more than length.

Read about current constitutional developments like recent amendment bills or digital governance initiatives.