SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 26

SSC GD Constable (English) - 1 March 2019 Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q26

What was the original number of parts included in the Indian constitution?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 22.

The original Indian constitution, adopted on November 26, 1949, and which came into force on January 26, 1950, had 22 parts. It also contained 395 articles and 8 schedules. Over time, amendments have led to the addition of new parts and schedules, bringing the current total to 25 parts and 12 schedules.