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Elections & Electoral System
Question No. 8Interactive Test Mode
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Q8. Which one of the following statements best reflects the Chief purpose of the ‘Constitution’ of a country?

Which one of the following statements best reflects the Chief purpose of the ‘Constitution’ of a country?

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Correct Answer: Option (C) — It defines and limits the powers of government.

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The primary purpose of a constitution in constitutionalism is to establish a limited government. While it creates institutions and states aspirational goals, its core structural function is to define and limit the powers of the government to prevent tyranny and safeguard the fundamental rights and liberties of citizens.

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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2023 (Q8)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicPolity → Elections & Electoral System
Official Answer KeyOption (C) — It defines and limits the powers of government.

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Frequently Asked Questions — UPSC Prelims 2023 Q8

What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2023 GS Paper I Question 8 (Polity)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2023 Polity (Elections & Electoral System) question is Option (C): "It defines and limits the powers of government.". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

Which UPSC Prelims syllabus topic does this 2023 question belong to?

This question belongs to GS Paper I under the subject "Polity" and micro-topic "Elections & Electoral System". You can explore all repeated questions from Elections & Electoral System in Acme AI's 3D Prelims PYQ Realm or practice 50 full-length and sectional tests in the APT Prelims Test Series.

How can I solve this Elections & Electoral System UPSC Prelims question using option elimination?

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