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SSC CGL 2020 PYQ — Question 28

SSC CGL - 7th March 2020 Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q28

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In which year was the first amendment to the Constitution of India made?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e 1951.

  • The Constitution (First Amendment) Act, 1951, enacted in 1951, made several changes to the Fundamental Rights provisions of the Indian constitution.
  • It provided means to curb freedom of speech and expression, validation of zamindari abolition laws and clarified that the right to equality does not bar the enactment of laws that provide "special consideration" for weaker sections of society.