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Which Schedule of the Indian Constitution contains the 'Forms of Oaths or Affirmations' for various constitutional officials?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Second Schedule
  2. Third Schedule
  3. Fourth Schedule
  4. Fifth Schedule

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Third Schedule

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Third Schedule šŸ“š Explanation: The Third Schedule lists the specific wording of the oaths that must be taken by Union Ministers, candidates for election to Parliament, Members of Parliament, Judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts, and the CAG. However, the oaths for the President and Vice-President are not included here as they are provided within the main articles of the Constitution. This schedule ensures that public officials formally commit to upholding the Constitution.