ICSE Class 10 The Supreme Court — Mock Test (2027)
Free online mock test for The Supreme Court (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 Supreme Court chapter — including application-based and competency-focused questions aligned with how ICSE actually sets the paper.
Tip: Attempt without notes first to identify gaps, then review explanations for any wrong answers. Retake after a few days for best retention.
Sample questions
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1.Where is the permanent headquarters of the International Court of Justice located, and how many judges compose it?
- A.Geneva, Switzerland – 12 judges
- B.The Hague, Netherlands – 15 judges
- C.New York, USA – 10 judges
- D.Vienna, Austria – 20 judges
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2.What is meant by 'Appellate Jurisdiction' of the Supreme Court? Identify one type of case in which an appeal shall lie to the Supreme Court.
- A.It refers to the Supreme Court's power to hear original cases first.
- B.It allows the Supreme Court to review cases involving constitutional interpretation.
- C.It grants the Supreme Court authority to draft new laws.
- D.It permits the Supreme Court to advise the President on policy matters.
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3.What does it mean to say that 'the Supreme Court is the guardian of the Fundamental Rights'?
- A.The Supreme Court can amend Fundamental Rights as needed.
- B.Citizens can directly approach the Supreme Court to enforce their Fundamental Rights through writs.
- C.The Supreme Court can suspend Fundamental Rights during emergencies.
- D.The Supreme Court appoints judges to protect Fundamental Rights in lower courts.
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4.Which unique power does the Supreme Court possess that other courts in India do not, and what is its effect if a law passed by Parliament violates the Constitution?
- A.Power to amend the Constitution; the law is automatically revised.
- B.Power of Judicial Review; the law is declared unconstitutional and invalidated.
- C.Power to dissolve Parliament; the law is suspended until re-election.
- D.Power to appoint judges; the law is referred to the President for approval.
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5.How does the Original Jurisdiction of the Supreme Court differ from its Appellate Jurisdiction?
- A.Original Jurisdiction involves appeals from lower courts, while Appellate Jurisdiction involves direct hearings.
- B.Original Jurisdiction allows the Supreme Court to hear cases directly, while Appellate Jurisdiction involves reviewing lower court decisions.
- C.Original Jurisdiction is limited to criminal cases, while Appellate Jurisdiction covers only civil cases.
- D.Original Jurisdiction requires High Court certification, while Appellate Jurisdiction does not.
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