Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

When was the first amendment made to the Indian Constitution?

Options:

1954

1951

1953

1952

Correct Answer:

1951

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 2 - 1951


The first amendment to the Indian Constitution was made in 1951. It came into effect on June 18, 1951.

Some key provisions and changes brought about by the first amendment include:

Land Reform Laws: The amendment introduced Article 31A and Article 31B to the Constitution, which provided for the protection of certain land reform laws from being challenged in courts on the grounds of violating fundamental rights related to property.
Compensation for Property Acquisition: Article 31A was amended to specify that any law providing for the acquisition of estates or rights in land for public purposes should also provide for compensation to be paid to the affected persons.
Abolition of Zamindari System: The amendment abolished the Zamindari system and made provisions for the acquisition of the Zamindari estates without compensation.
Protection of Right to Property: The amendment altered Article 19(1)(f) and Article 31 of the Constitution, which dealt with the right to property. It limited the scope of the right to property as a fundamental right and empowered the state to enact laws for its acquisition and requisition.