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Fundamental Rights & DPSP
Question No. 81Interactive Test Mode
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Q81. Which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India have a bearing on Education? 1. Directive Principles of State Policy. 2. Rural and Urban Local Bodies. 3. Fifth Schedule 4. Sixth Schedule 5. Seventh Schedule Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

Which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India have a bearing on Education?

  1. Directive Principles of State Policy.
  2. Rural and Urban Local Bodies.
  3. Fifth Schedule
  4. Sixth Schedule
  5. Seventh Schedule Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Select the correct option below (or cross out options to eliminate)
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Correct Answer: Option (D) — 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

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All listed provisions have a bearing on education:

  1. DPSPs: Articles 45 (early childhood care and education) and 46 (educational interests of SCs, STs, and weaker sections).
  2. Rural and Urban Local Bodies: The 11th Schedule (Article 243G) and 12th Schedule (Article 243W) allocate subjects including primary and secondary schools, technical training, and non-formal education to Panchayats and Municipalities.
  3. Fifth Schedule: Provides for educational and socio-economic advancement of Scheduled Areas.
  4. Sixth Schedule: Empowers Autonomous District Councils to establish, construct, or manage primary schools.
  5. Seventh Schedule: Education is placed under the Concurrent List (Entry 25).
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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2012 (Q81)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicPolity → Fundamental Rights & DPSP
Official Answer KeyOption (D) — 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

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What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2012 GS Paper I Question 81 (Polity)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2012 Polity (Fundamental Rights & DPSP) question is Option (D): "1, 2, 3, 4 and 5". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

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