UPSC Prelims PYQ 2014: Meaning of a Constitutional Government
Consider the following statements: A Constitutional Government is one which
- places effective restrictions on individual liberty in the interest of State Authority
- places effective restrictions on the Authority of the State in the interest of individual liberty
Which of the statements given above is / are correct?
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation
Only statement 2 is correct
- A Constitutional Government operates within a legal framework to limit state authority and safeguard individual liberty.
- It ensures the rule of law and checks government power, prioritizing the protection of citizens’ rights over enhancing state control.
Answer: (b) 2 only; Difficulty Level: Easy
