Indian Constitution Articles and Amendments

The video discusses Article 4 of the Indian Constitution, which allows for amendments to the first and fourth schedules without following the lengthy Article 368 process. Article 4 is used for laws made under Articles 2 and 3, which deal with the admission of new territories and the reorganization of states. Examples include the State Reorganization Act of 1956 and the Northeastern Areas Reorganization Act of 1971. The video explains the purpose of Article 4 and its practical applications, highlighting its importance in the continuous integration of territories into India.

What does Article 4 of the Indian Constitution primarily deal with?

• Amendment of the entire Constitution

• Laws made under Articles 2 and 3

• Judicial review of laws

• Election procedures

Which schedules of the Indian Constitution can be amended under Article 4?

• First and Fourth

• Second and Third

• Fifth and Sixth

• Seventh and Eighth

What is the significance of Article 368 in relation to Article 4?

• It is used for judicial appointments

• It governs state reorganization

• It outlines the election process

• It deals with constitutional amendments

How does Article 4 simplify the amendment process compared to Article 368?

• By requiring a referendum

• By involving the judiciary

• By allowing direct changes without a bill

• By bypassing the President's approval

What does Article 2 of the Indian Constitution address?

• Admission of new territories

• Financial distribution between states

• Judicial review

• Election of the President

Which recent state was created using the provisions of Article 3?

• Sikkim

• Telangana

• Goa

• Chhattisgarh

Why was Article 4 included in the Indian Constitution?

• To simplify tax laws

• To regulate financial policies

• To enhance judicial powers

• To streamline the process of territorial changes

What was the purpose of the State Reorganization Act of 1956?

• To reorganize state territories

• To amend the election process

• To change the national flag

• To introduce new tax laws

Which schedule was amended by the Northeastern Areas Reorganization Act of 1971?

• Third

• Fourth

• Second

• First

In what way did Article 4 help post-independence India?

• By facilitating the amalgamation of territories

• By establishing a new currency

• By creating a new national anthem

• By forming a new judicial system