ICSE Class 10

ICSE Class 10 The Union Legislature — Mock Test (2027)

Free online mock test for The Union Legislature (ICSE Class 10 History and Civics) — 10 competency-based questions based on the latest CISCE 2027 syllabus, with instant marking. Try the samples below, then take the full test free.

What to expect: This mock test covers key concepts from the The Union Legislature chapter — including application-based and competency-focused questions aligned with how ICSE actually sets the paper.

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Sample questions

  1. 1.In the federal setup of India, which of the following correctly identifies the three levels of government and highlights a key importance of this structure?
    • A.Union, State, and District governments; ensures uniform laws across all regions.
    • B.Union, State, and Local governments; prevents secession and accommodates diversity.
    • C.Central, Provincial, and Municipal governments; centralizes power for efficiency.
    • D.National, Regional, and Panchayat governments; prioritizes state autonomy over unity.
  2. 2.Under which two main circumstances can the Parliament legislate on a subject that falls under the State List?
    • A.During a financial emergency or when the President requests it.
    • B.During a National Emergency or when the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution under Article 249 with a two-thirds majority.
    • C.When the Supreme Court approves or the State Legislature requests it.
    • D.During a constitutional amendment or when the Lok Sabha passes a resolution with a simple majority.
  3. 3.Which of the following correctly describes a limitation on the Rajya Sabha's power regarding Money Bills?
    • A.The Rajya Sabha can reject a Money Bill with a two-thirds majority.
    • B.The Rajya Sabha must return a Money Bill within 14 days or it is deemed passed.
    • C.The Rajya Sabha can amend a Money Bill without Lok Sabha approval.
    • D.The Rajya Sabha has 30 days to debate a Money Bill before it is passed.
  4. 4.An ordinance has to be approved by the Parliament within __________ weeks.
    • a.Two
    • b.Three
    • c.Six
    • d.Eight
  5. 5.Which of the following correctly defines Residuary powers and identifies the authority to which they belong for making laws?
    • A.Powers related to matters in the State List, belonging to State Legislatures.
    • B.Powers concerning matters not specified in the division of powers, belonging solely to the Parliament.
    • C.Powers shared between the Union and State Governments, belonging to both.
    • D.Powers related to local governance, belonging to Municipal Corporations.

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