[1] Which of the following symbols is a symbol reserved by the Election Commission for more than one political party in the election to the Loks Sabha/ Vidhan Sabha?
A.
Hand
B.
Louts
C.
Wheel
D.
Elephant
Ans:
Elephant
Explanation :
The Election Commission enjoys great powers when it comes to allotment of symbols. Elephant has been a favorite with it as it can be seen that the BSP, Mom Gana Parishad and Sikkim Sangram Parishad all had the elephant as their symbols sometime back.
[2] Fourth Estate is referred to –
A.
Public Opinion
B.
Chamber of Commerce
C.
The Newspaper
D.
Political Parties
Ans:
The Newspaper
Explanation :
The Fourth Estate (or fourth estate) is a societal or political force or institution whose influence is not consistently or officially recognized. "Fourth Estate" most commonly refers to the news media; especially print journalism or "The Press".
[3] Which of the following is the biggest head of non-plan expenditure of Government of India?
A.
Interest payments
B.
Subsidies
C.
Defence
D.
Salaries and Wages
Ans:
Interest payments
Explanation :
The central government expenditure itself is divided into two parts -plan expenditure and non-plan expenditure. Non Plan Expenditure is money that's spent on sustaining the country like defense, postal deficit, subsidies etc. and Plan Expenditure is the money that is spent on improving the country like the money spent on darns, roads etc. Interest Payments and Debt Servicing comprise more than 30 per cent of this expenditure.
[4] How many schedules are there in the Indian Constitution?
A.
8
B.
10
C.
11
D.
12
Ans:
12
Explanation :
Indian Constitution originally had eight schedules. Four more schedules were added by different amendments, now making a total tally of twelve. Schedules are basically tables which contains additional details not mentioned in the articles.
[5] Which amendment to the Indian Constitution added the words Secular and Socialist in the Preamble?
A.
Fortieth
B.
Forty-first
C.
Forty-second
D.
Forty-third
Ans:
Forty-second
Explanation :
The Forty-second Amendment of 2 November 1976 amended the Preamble and changed the description of India from "sovereign democratic republic" to a "sovereign, socialist secular democratic republic". It also changed the words "unity of the nation" to "unity and integrity of the nation".
[6] The two words that were inserted by the 42nd Amendment to the Preamble of the Constitution are–
A.
Secular, Democratic
B.
Sovereign, Democratic
C.
Socialist, Secular
D.
Secular, Republic
Ans:
Socialist, Secular
Explanation :
The Forty-second Amendment of the Constitution of India, enacted in 1976, declared India to be a socialist and secular republic, and as securing fraternity assuring the unity "and integrity" of the Nation, by adding these words to the Preamble of the Constitution of India.
[7] Which of the following States was first to adopt the Panchayati Raj?
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Bihar
C.
Gujarat
D.
Rajasthan
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
The Panchayat Raj system was first adopted by Nagaur district of Rajasthan on 2 October 1958. Andhra Pradesh soon followed the suite. Panchayati Raj is the oldest system of local government in the Indian subcontinent.
[8] Which was the first linguistic state to be created?
A.
Kerala
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Andhra Pradesh
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Andhra Pradesh
Explanation :
Andhra State was the first state that was created on linguistic basis for Telugu speaking people out of Madras State on October 1, 1953. This followed the long-drawn agitation and death of Potti Sriramulu after a hunger strike for 56 days. Then, the States Reorganization Act 1956 formed Andhra Pradesh by merging Andhra State with the Telugu-speaking areas of the already existing Hyderabad State.
[9] The Jammu and Kashmir State Legislative Assembly has a tenure of -
A.
Six years
B.
Five years
C.
Four years
D.
Seven years
Ans:
Six years
Explanation :
The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly has tenure of six years unless sooner dissolved. The assembly may be dissolved before the completion of the six-year term by the Governor upon the advice of the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir. It has 87 members.
[10] Which State in India, has given the highest number of Deputy Prime Ministers?
A.
Maharashtra
B.
Uttar Pradesh
C.
Bihar
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Gujarat
Explanation :
The Deputy Prime Minister of India is a member of the Indian cabinet in the Indian government. The post is not a constitutional post and seldom carries any specific powers. There have seven Deputy Prime Ministers so far. Among them, the Deputy Prime Ministers from Gujarat were Sardar Patel (1947- 1950), Morali Desai (1967-1969), and Lal Krishna Advani (2002-2004).
[11] The first proclamation of Emergency under article 352 was made by the President in -
A.
1975
B.
1971
C.
1965
D.
1962
Ans:
1962
Explanation :
First proclamation of emergency tinder article 352 (national emergency) was declared in India in 1962 (Indo-China War) 1971, (Indo-Pak War), 1975 (by Indira Gandhi) were made under article 352.
[12] The Finance Commission in India is appointed by –
A.
Prime Minister of India
B.
President of India
C.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
D.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The Finance Commission of India came into existence in 1951. It was established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution by the President of India.
[13] The Planning Commission of India was established in the year –
A.
1947
B.
1949
C.
1950
D.
1952
Ans:
1950
Explanation :
After India gained independence, a formal model of planning was adopted, and accordingly the Planning Commission, reporting directly to the Prime Minister of India was established on 15 March, 1950, with Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru as the chairman.
[14] Which article of the Constitution lays down that state shall take steps to organise village Panchayats?
A.
Article 36
B.
Article 73
C.
Article 24
D.
Article 40
Ans:
Article 40
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Constitution which enshrines one of the Directive Principles of State Policy lays down that the state shall take steps to organise village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self-government. Article 73 — Extent of executive power of the union. Article 24 Prohibition of employment of children in factories, etc.
[15] After elections, vote of no-confidence against the sarpanch can be proposed only after
A.
3 months
B.
6 months
C.
1 year
D.
2 years
Ans:
2 years
Explanation :
Provided that if the no-confidence motion is lost another such motion shall not be moved against that Sarpanch before the expiry of two years from the date of its having been lost.
[16] An Ordinary bill passed by the State Assembly can be delayed by the Legislative Council for a maximum period of –
A.
1 month
B.
6 months
C.
3 months
D.
4 months
Ans:
4 months
Explanation :
In case of difference between the two Houses there is no provision for a joint sitting of the State Legislature. The Legislative Council can only delay the passage of an ordinary bill for a maximum period of four months. Likewise control over the Executive is placed in hands of the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council has no share in this power.
[17] Who among the following was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a State and Prime Minister of India?
A.
Mr. Moraiji Desai
B.
Mr. Narendra Modi
C.
Mr. H D Deve Gowda
D.
Mr. Charan Singh
Ans:
Mr. Charan Singh
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a state and Prime Minister of India. He held the position of Chief Minister of a state (Uttar Pradesh: April 1967 - February 1968 and again in 1970) before becoming the Prime Minister of India in July 1979. Former Karnataka Chief Minister H.D. Deve Gowda was the first Chief Minis ter of a state (Karnataka) to be elevated to the postof Prime Minister of India while in office in 1996. India's current Prime Minister Narendra Modi also became the Prime Minister while serving as the Chief Minister of Gujarat from October 2001 to May 2014
[18] The number of subjects incorporated in the Union List is -
A.
97
B.
102
C.
82
D.
89
Ans:
97
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. This list is found in Article 246 under Seventh Schedule.
[19] How many items are there in the Union List?
A.
52
B.
66
C.
97
D.
99
Ans:
97
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. Out of the 100 items on the list, one is no longer in force.
[20] What is the time limit given to Parliament to pass the ordinance promulgated by the President of India?
A.
6 days
B.
6 weeks
C.
6 months
D.
6 months and six weeks
Ans:
6 weeks
Explanation :
Ordinances remain valid for no more than six weeks from the date the Parliament is convened unless approved by it earlier.
[21] Which one of the following Amendments to the Constitution of India has prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States?
A.
91st Amendment
B.
87th Amendment
C.
97th Amendment
D.
90th Amendment
Ans:
91st Amendment
Explanation :
Amendments to the Constitution of India have prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States.
[22] Under which one of the following Amendment Acts was Sikkim admitted into the Union of India?
A.
35th
B.
36th
C.
37th
D.
38th
Ans:
36th
Explanation :
Sikkim became a state of India via the Thirty-sixth Amendment Act, 1975 on 26th April, 1975. The Sikkim State day is observed on 16th May of every year because this was the day when the first Chief Minister of Sikkim assumed office.
[23] The Parliament enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in –
A.
the Union List
B.
the Concurrent List
C.
the State List
D.
Both (1) and (2)
Ans:
the Union List
Explanation :
Three subject lists, the Union list, the State list, and the Concurrent list, define the legislative powers of each level of government. The parliament of India enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in the Union List.
[24] The appointment of a Governor in a state is made as per the provision in the Constitution under article.
A.
153
B.
154
C.
155
D.
156
Ans:
155
Explanation :
Appointment of the Governor of Indian state is described under Article 155 of the Indian constitution.
[25] The 'Speaker's vote' in the Lok Sabha is called –
A.
casting vote
B.
sound vote
C.
direct vote
D.
indirect vote
Ans:
casting vote
Explanation :
Normally, the Speaker does not take part in voting in the House. But in case of a tie, he exercises his right of casting vote. His casting vote would decide the issue. In such a case his vote would normally go in favour of the party to which he belongs. Further, when a resolution for the removal of the Speaker is put to vote in the House, he has the right to cast his vote.
Explanation :
The Election Commission enjoys great powers when it comes to allotment of symbols. Elephant has been a favorite with it as it can be seen that the BSP, Mom Gana Parishad and Sikkim Sangram Parishad all had the elephant as their symbols sometime back.
[2] Fourth Estate is referred to –
A.
Public Opinion
B.
Chamber of Commerce
C.
The Newspaper
D.
Political Parties
Ans:
The Newspaper
Explanation :
The Fourth Estate (or fourth estate) is a societal or political force or institution whose influence is not consistently or officially recognized. "Fourth Estate" most commonly refers to the news media; especially print journalism or "The Press".
[3] Which of the following is the biggest head of non-plan expenditure of Government of India?
A.
Interest payments
B.
Subsidies
C.
Defence
D.
Salaries and Wages
Ans:
Interest payments
Explanation :
The central government expenditure itself is divided into two parts -plan expenditure and non-plan expenditure. Non Plan Expenditure is money that's spent on sustaining the country like defense, postal deficit, subsidies etc. and Plan Expenditure is the money that is spent on improving the country like the money spent on darns, roads etc. Interest Payments and Debt Servicing comprise more than 30 per cent of this expenditure.
[4] How many schedules are there in the Indian Constitution?
A.
8
B.
10
C.
11
D.
12
Ans:
12
Explanation :
Indian Constitution originally had eight schedules. Four more schedules were added by different amendments, now making a total tally of twelve. Schedules are basically tables which contains additional details not mentioned in the articles.
[5] Which amendment to the Indian Constitution added the words Secular and Socialist in the Preamble?
A.
Fortieth
B.
Forty-first
C.
Forty-second
D.
Forty-third
Ans:
Forty-second
Explanation :
The Forty-second Amendment of 2 November 1976 amended the Preamble and changed the description of India from "sovereign democratic republic" to a "sovereign, socialist secular democratic republic". It also changed the words "unity of the nation" to "unity and integrity of the nation".
[6] The two words that were inserted by the 42nd Amendment to the Preamble of the Constitution are–
A.
Secular, Democratic
B.
Sovereign, Democratic
C.
Socialist, Secular
D.
Secular, Republic
Ans:
Socialist, Secular
Explanation :
The Forty-second Amendment of the Constitution of India, enacted in 1976, declared India to be a socialist and secular republic, and as securing fraternity assuring the unity "and integrity" of the Nation, by adding these words to the Preamble of the Constitution of India.
[7] Which of the following States was first to adopt the Panchayati Raj?
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Bihar
C.
Gujarat
D.
Rajasthan
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
The Panchayat Raj system was first adopted by Nagaur district of Rajasthan on 2 October 1958. Andhra Pradesh soon followed the suite. Panchayati Raj is the oldest system of local government in the Indian subcontinent.
[8] Which was the first linguistic state to be created?
A.
Kerala
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Andhra Pradesh
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Andhra Pradesh
Explanation :
Andhra State was the first state that was created on linguistic basis for Telugu speaking people out of Madras State on October 1, 1953. This followed the long-drawn agitation and death of Potti Sriramulu after a hunger strike for 56 days. Then, the States Reorganization Act 1956 formed Andhra Pradesh by merging Andhra State with the Telugu-speaking areas of the already existing Hyderabad State.
[9] The Jammu and Kashmir State Legislative Assembly has a tenure of -
A.
Six years
B.
Five years
C.
Four years
D.
Seven years
Ans:
Six years
Explanation :
The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly has tenure of six years unless sooner dissolved. The assembly may be dissolved before the completion of the six-year term by the Governor upon the advice of the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir. It has 87 members.
[10] Which State in India, has given the highest number of Deputy Prime Ministers?
A.
Maharashtra
B.
Uttar Pradesh
C.
Bihar
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Gujarat
Explanation :
The Deputy Prime Minister of India is a member of the Indian cabinet in the Indian government. The post is not a constitutional post and seldom carries any specific powers. There have seven Deputy Prime Ministers so far. Among them, the Deputy Prime Ministers from Gujarat were Sardar Patel (1947- 1950), Morali Desai (1967-1969), and Lal Krishna Advani (2002-2004).
[11] The first proclamation of Emergency under article 352 was made by the President in -
A.
1975
B.
1971
C.
1965
D.
1962
Ans:
1962
Explanation :
First proclamation of emergency tinder article 352 (national emergency) was declared in India in 1962 (Indo-China War) 1971, (Indo-Pak War), 1975 (by Indira Gandhi) were made under article 352.
[12] The Finance Commission in India is appointed by –
A.
Prime Minister of India
B.
President of India
C.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
D.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The Finance Commission of India came into existence in 1951. It was established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution by the President of India.
[13] The Planning Commission of India was established in the year –
A.
1947
B.
1949
C.
1950
D.
1952
Ans:
1950
Explanation :
After India gained independence, a formal model of planning was adopted, and accordingly the Planning Commission, reporting directly to the Prime Minister of India was established on 15 March, 1950, with Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru as the chairman.
[14] Which article of the Constitution lays down that state shall take steps to organise village Panchayats?
A.
Article 36
B.
Article 73
C.
Article 24
D.
Article 40
Ans:
Article 40
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Constitution which enshrines one of the Directive Principles of State Policy lays down that the state shall take steps to organise village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self-government. Article 73 — Extent of executive power of the union. Article 24 Prohibition of employment of children in factories, etc.
[15] After elections, vote of no-confidence against the sarpanch can be proposed only after
A.
3 months
B.
6 months
C.
1 year
D.
2 years
Ans:
2 years
Explanation :
Provided that if the no-confidence motion is lost another such motion shall not be moved against that Sarpanch before the expiry of two years from the date of its having been lost.
[16] An Ordinary bill passed by the State Assembly can be delayed by the Legislative Council for a maximum period of –
A.
1 month
B.
6 months
C.
3 months
D.
4 months
Ans:
4 months
Explanation :
In case of difference between the two Houses there is no provision for a joint sitting of the State Legislature. The Legislative Council can only delay the passage of an ordinary bill for a maximum period of four months. Likewise control over the Executive is placed in hands of the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council has no share in this power.
[17] Who among the following was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a State and Prime Minister of India?
A.
Mr. Moraiji Desai
B.
Mr. Narendra Modi
C.
Mr. H D Deve Gowda
D.
Mr. Charan Singh
Ans:
Mr. Charan Singh
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a state and Prime Minister of India. He held the position of Chief Minister of a state (Uttar Pradesh: April 1967 - February 1968 and again in 1970) before becoming the Prime Minister of India in July 1979. Former Karnataka Chief Minister H.D. Deve Gowda was the first Chief Minis ter of a state (Karnataka) to be elevated to the postof Prime Minister of India while in office in 1996. India's current Prime Minister Narendra Modi also became the Prime Minister while serving as the Chief Minister of Gujarat from October 2001 to May 2014
[18] The number of subjects incorporated in the Union List is -
A.
97
B.
102
C.
82
D.
89
Ans:
97
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. This list is found in Article 246 under Seventh Schedule.
[19] How many items are there in the Union List?
A.
52
B.
66
C.
97
D.
99
Ans:
97
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. Out of the 100 items on the list, one is no longer in force.
[20] What is the time limit given to Parliament to pass the ordinance promulgated by the President of India?
A.
6 days
B.
6 weeks
C.
6 months
D.
6 months and six weeks
Ans:
6 weeks
Explanation :
Ordinances remain valid for no more than six weeks from the date the Parliament is convened unless approved by it earlier.
[21] Which one of the following Amendments to the Constitution of India has prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States?
A.
91st Amendment
B.
87th Amendment
C.
97th Amendment
D.
90th Amendment
Ans:
91st Amendment
Explanation :
Amendments to the Constitution of India have prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States.
[22] Under which one of the following Amendment Acts was Sikkim admitted into the Union of India?
A.
35th
B.
36th
C.
37th
D.
38th
Ans:
36th
Explanation :
Sikkim became a state of India via the Thirty-sixth Amendment Act, 1975 on 26th April, 1975. The Sikkim State day is observed on 16th May of every year because this was the day when the first Chief Minister of Sikkim assumed office.
[23] The Parliament enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in –
A.
the Union List
B.
the Concurrent List
C.
the State List
D.
Both (1) and (2)
Ans:
the Union List
Explanation :
Three subject lists, the Union list, the State list, and the Concurrent list, define the legislative powers of each level of government. The parliament of India enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in the Union List.
[24] The appointment of a Governor in a state is made as per the provision in the Constitution under article.
A.
153
B.
154
C.
155
D.
156
Ans:
155
Explanation :
Appointment of the Governor of Indian state is described under Article 155 of the Indian constitution.
[25] The 'Speaker's vote' in the Lok Sabha is called –
A.
casting vote
B.
sound vote
C.
direct vote
D.
indirect vote
Ans:
casting vote
Explanation :
Normally, the Speaker does not take part in voting in the House. But in case of a tie, he exercises his right of casting vote. His casting vote would decide the issue. In such a case his vote would normally go in favour of the party to which he belongs. Further, when a resolution for the removal of the Speaker is put to vote in the House, he has the right to cast his vote.
Explanation :
The central government expenditure itself is divided into two parts -plan expenditure and non-plan expenditure. Non Plan Expenditure is money that's spent on sustaining the country like defense, postal deficit, subsidies etc. and Plan Expenditure is the money that is spent on improving the country like the money spent on darns, roads etc. Interest Payments and Debt Servicing comprise more than 30 per cent of this expenditure.
[4] How many schedules are there in the Indian Constitution?
A.
8
B.
10
C.
11
D.
12
Ans:
12
Explanation :
Indian Constitution originally had eight schedules. Four more schedules were added by different amendments, now making a total tally of twelve. Schedules are basically tables which contains additional details not mentioned in the articles.
[5] Which amendment to the Indian Constitution added the words Secular and Socialist in the Preamble?
A.
Fortieth
B.
Forty-first
C.
Forty-second
D.
Forty-third
Ans:
Forty-second
Explanation :
The Forty-second Amendment of 2 November 1976 amended the Preamble and changed the description of India from "sovereign democratic republic" to a "sovereign, socialist secular democratic republic". It also changed the words "unity of the nation" to "unity and integrity of the nation".
[6] The two words that were inserted by the 42nd Amendment to the Preamble of the Constitution are–
A.
Secular, Democratic
B.
Sovereign, Democratic
C.
Socialist, Secular
D.
Secular, Republic
Ans:
Socialist, Secular
Explanation :
The Forty-second Amendment of the Constitution of India, enacted in 1976, declared India to be a socialist and secular republic, and as securing fraternity assuring the unity "and integrity" of the Nation, by adding these words to the Preamble of the Constitution of India.
[7] Which of the following States was first to adopt the Panchayati Raj?
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Bihar
C.
Gujarat
D.
Rajasthan
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
The Panchayat Raj system was first adopted by Nagaur district of Rajasthan on 2 October 1958. Andhra Pradesh soon followed the suite. Panchayati Raj is the oldest system of local government in the Indian subcontinent.
[8] Which was the first linguistic state to be created?
A.
Kerala
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Andhra Pradesh
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Andhra Pradesh
Explanation :
Andhra State was the first state that was created on linguistic basis for Telugu speaking people out of Madras State on October 1, 1953. This followed the long-drawn agitation and death of Potti Sriramulu after a hunger strike for 56 days. Then, the States Reorganization Act 1956 formed Andhra Pradesh by merging Andhra State with the Telugu-speaking areas of the already existing Hyderabad State.
[9] The Jammu and Kashmir State Legislative Assembly has a tenure of -
A.
Six years
B.
Five years
C.
Four years
D.
Seven years
Ans:
Six years
Explanation :
The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly has tenure of six years unless sooner dissolved. The assembly may be dissolved before the completion of the six-year term by the Governor upon the advice of the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir. It has 87 members.
[10] Which State in India, has given the highest number of Deputy Prime Ministers?
A.
Maharashtra
B.
Uttar Pradesh
C.
Bihar
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Gujarat
Explanation :
The Deputy Prime Minister of India is a member of the Indian cabinet in the Indian government. The post is not a constitutional post and seldom carries any specific powers. There have seven Deputy Prime Ministers so far. Among them, the Deputy Prime Ministers from Gujarat were Sardar Patel (1947- 1950), Morali Desai (1967-1969), and Lal Krishna Advani (2002-2004).
[11] The first proclamation of Emergency under article 352 was made by the President in -
A.
1975
B.
1971
C.
1965
D.
1962
Ans:
1962
Explanation :
First proclamation of emergency tinder article 352 (national emergency) was declared in India in 1962 (Indo-China War) 1971, (Indo-Pak War), 1975 (by Indira Gandhi) were made under article 352.
[12] The Finance Commission in India is appointed by –
A.
Prime Minister of India
B.
President of India
C.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
D.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The Finance Commission of India came into existence in 1951. It was established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution by the President of India.
[13] The Planning Commission of India was established in the year –
A.
1947
B.
1949
C.
1950
D.
1952
Ans:
1950
Explanation :
After India gained independence, a formal model of planning was adopted, and accordingly the Planning Commission, reporting directly to the Prime Minister of India was established on 15 March, 1950, with Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru as the chairman.
[14] Which article of the Constitution lays down that state shall take steps to organise village Panchayats?
A.
Article 36
B.
Article 73
C.
Article 24
D.
Article 40
Ans:
Article 40
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Constitution which enshrines one of the Directive Principles of State Policy lays down that the state shall take steps to organise village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self-government. Article 73 — Extent of executive power of the union. Article 24 Prohibition of employment of children in factories, etc.
[15] After elections, vote of no-confidence against the sarpanch can be proposed only after
A.
3 months
B.
6 months
C.
1 year
D.
2 years
Ans:
2 years
Explanation :
Provided that if the no-confidence motion is lost another such motion shall not be moved against that Sarpanch before the expiry of two years from the date of its having been lost.
[16] An Ordinary bill passed by the State Assembly can be delayed by the Legislative Council for a maximum period of –
A.
1 month
B.
6 months
C.
3 months
D.
4 months
Ans:
4 months
Explanation :
In case of difference between the two Houses there is no provision for a joint sitting of the State Legislature. The Legislative Council can only delay the passage of an ordinary bill for a maximum period of four months. Likewise control over the Executive is placed in hands of the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council has no share in this power.
[17] Who among the following was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a State and Prime Minister of India?
A.
Mr. Moraiji Desai
B.
Mr. Narendra Modi
C.
Mr. H D Deve Gowda
D.
Mr. Charan Singh
Ans:
Mr. Charan Singh
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a state and Prime Minister of India. He held the position of Chief Minister of a state (Uttar Pradesh: April 1967 - February 1968 and again in 1970) before becoming the Prime Minister of India in July 1979. Former Karnataka Chief Minister H.D. Deve Gowda was the first Chief Minis ter of a state (Karnataka) to be elevated to the postof Prime Minister of India while in office in 1996. India's current Prime Minister Narendra Modi also became the Prime Minister while serving as the Chief Minister of Gujarat from October 2001 to May 2014
[18] The number of subjects incorporated in the Union List is -
A.
97
B.
102
C.
82
D.
89
Ans:
97
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. This list is found in Article 246 under Seventh Schedule.
[19] How many items are there in the Union List?
A.
52
B.
66
C.
97
D.
99
Ans:
97
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. Out of the 100 items on the list, one is no longer in force.
[20] What is the time limit given to Parliament to pass the ordinance promulgated by the President of India?
A.
6 days
B.
6 weeks
C.
6 months
D.
6 months and six weeks
Ans:
6 weeks
Explanation :
Ordinances remain valid for no more than six weeks from the date the Parliament is convened unless approved by it earlier.
[21] Which one of the following Amendments to the Constitution of India has prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States?
A.
91st Amendment
B.
87th Amendment
C.
97th Amendment
D.
90th Amendment
Ans:
91st Amendment
Explanation :
Amendments to the Constitution of India have prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States.
[22] Under which one of the following Amendment Acts was Sikkim admitted into the Union of India?
A.
35th
B.
36th
C.
37th
D.
38th
Ans:
36th
Explanation :
Sikkim became a state of India via the Thirty-sixth Amendment Act, 1975 on 26th April, 1975. The Sikkim State day is observed on 16th May of every year because this was the day when the first Chief Minister of Sikkim assumed office.
[23] The Parliament enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in –
A.
the Union List
B.
the Concurrent List
C.
the State List
D.
Both (1) and (2)
Ans:
the Union List
Explanation :
Three subject lists, the Union list, the State list, and the Concurrent list, define the legislative powers of each level of government. The parliament of India enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in the Union List.
[24] The appointment of a Governor in a state is made as per the provision in the Constitution under article.
A.
153
B.
154
C.
155
D.
156
Ans:
155
Explanation :
Appointment of the Governor of Indian state is described under Article 155 of the Indian constitution.
[25] The 'Speaker's vote' in the Lok Sabha is called –
A.
casting vote
B.
sound vote
C.
direct vote
D.
indirect vote
Ans:
casting vote
Explanation :
Normally, the Speaker does not take part in voting in the House. But in case of a tie, he exercises his right of casting vote. His casting vote would decide the issue. In such a case his vote would normally go in favour of the party to which he belongs. Further, when a resolution for the removal of the Speaker is put to vote in the House, he has the right to cast his vote.
Explanation :
The Forty-second Amendment of 2 November 1976 amended the Preamble and changed the description of India from "sovereign democratic republic" to a "sovereign, socialist secular democratic republic". It also changed the words "unity of the nation" to "unity and integrity of the nation".
[6] The two words that were inserted by the 42nd Amendment to the Preamble of the Constitution are–
A.
Secular, Democratic
B.
Sovereign, Democratic
C.
Socialist, Secular
D.
Secular, Republic
Ans:
Socialist, Secular
Explanation :
The Forty-second Amendment of the Constitution of India, enacted in 1976, declared India to be a socialist and secular republic, and as securing fraternity assuring the unity "and integrity" of the Nation, by adding these words to the Preamble of the Constitution of India.
[7] Which of the following States was first to adopt the Panchayati Raj?
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Bihar
C.
Gujarat
D.
Rajasthan
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
The Panchayat Raj system was first adopted by Nagaur district of Rajasthan on 2 October 1958. Andhra Pradesh soon followed the suite. Panchayati Raj is the oldest system of local government in the Indian subcontinent.
[8] Which was the first linguistic state to be created?
A.
Kerala
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Andhra Pradesh
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Andhra Pradesh
Explanation :
Andhra State was the first state that was created on linguistic basis for Telugu speaking people out of Madras State on October 1, 1953. This followed the long-drawn agitation and death of Potti Sriramulu after a hunger strike for 56 days. Then, the States Reorganization Act 1956 formed Andhra Pradesh by merging Andhra State with the Telugu-speaking areas of the already existing Hyderabad State.
[9] The Jammu and Kashmir State Legislative Assembly has a tenure of -
A.
Six years
B.
Five years
C.
Four years
D.
Seven years
Ans:
Six years
Explanation :
The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly has tenure of six years unless sooner dissolved. The assembly may be dissolved before the completion of the six-year term by the Governor upon the advice of the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir. It has 87 members.
[10] Which State in India, has given the highest number of Deputy Prime Ministers?
A.
Maharashtra
B.
Uttar Pradesh
C.
Bihar
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Gujarat
Explanation :
The Deputy Prime Minister of India is a member of the Indian cabinet in the Indian government. The post is not a constitutional post and seldom carries any specific powers. There have seven Deputy Prime Ministers so far. Among them, the Deputy Prime Ministers from Gujarat were Sardar Patel (1947- 1950), Morali Desai (1967-1969), and Lal Krishna Advani (2002-2004).
[11] The first proclamation of Emergency under article 352 was made by the President in -
A.
1975
B.
1971
C.
1965
D.
1962
Ans:
1962
Explanation :
First proclamation of emergency tinder article 352 (national emergency) was declared in India in 1962 (Indo-China War) 1971, (Indo-Pak War), 1975 (by Indira Gandhi) were made under article 352.
[12] The Finance Commission in India is appointed by –
A.
Prime Minister of India
B.
President of India
C.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
D.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The Finance Commission of India came into existence in 1951. It was established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution by the President of India.
[13] The Planning Commission of India was established in the year –
A.
1947
B.
1949
C.
1950
D.
1952
Ans:
1950
Explanation :
After India gained independence, a formal model of planning was adopted, and accordingly the Planning Commission, reporting directly to the Prime Minister of India was established on 15 March, 1950, with Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru as the chairman.
[14] Which article of the Constitution lays down that state shall take steps to organise village Panchayats?
A.
Article 36
B.
Article 73
C.
Article 24
D.
Article 40
Ans:
Article 40
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Constitution which enshrines one of the Directive Principles of State Policy lays down that the state shall take steps to organise village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self-government. Article 73 — Extent of executive power of the union. Article 24 Prohibition of employment of children in factories, etc.
[15] After elections, vote of no-confidence against the sarpanch can be proposed only after
A.
3 months
B.
6 months
C.
1 year
D.
2 years
Ans:
2 years
Explanation :
Provided that if the no-confidence motion is lost another such motion shall not be moved against that Sarpanch before the expiry of two years from the date of its having been lost.
[16] An Ordinary bill passed by the State Assembly can be delayed by the Legislative Council for a maximum period of –
A.
1 month
B.
6 months
C.
3 months
D.
4 months
Ans:
4 months
Explanation :
In case of difference between the two Houses there is no provision for a joint sitting of the State Legislature. The Legislative Council can only delay the passage of an ordinary bill for a maximum period of four months. Likewise control over the Executive is placed in hands of the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council has no share in this power.
[17] Who among the following was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a State and Prime Minister of India?
A.
Mr. Moraiji Desai
B.
Mr. Narendra Modi
C.
Mr. H D Deve Gowda
D.
Mr. Charan Singh
Ans:
Mr. Charan Singh
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a state and Prime Minister of India. He held the position of Chief Minister of a state (Uttar Pradesh: April 1967 - February 1968 and again in 1970) before becoming the Prime Minister of India in July 1979. Former Karnataka Chief Minister H.D. Deve Gowda was the first Chief Minis ter of a state (Karnataka) to be elevated to the postof Prime Minister of India while in office in 1996. India's current Prime Minister Narendra Modi also became the Prime Minister while serving as the Chief Minister of Gujarat from October 2001 to May 2014
[18] The number of subjects incorporated in the Union List is -
A.
97
B.
102
C.
82
D.
89
Ans:
97
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. This list is found in Article 246 under Seventh Schedule.
[19] How many items are there in the Union List?
A.
52
B.
66
C.
97
D.
99
Ans:
97
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. Out of the 100 items on the list, one is no longer in force.
[20] What is the time limit given to Parliament to pass the ordinance promulgated by the President of India?
A.
6 days
B.
6 weeks
C.
6 months
D.
6 months and six weeks
Ans:
6 weeks
Explanation :
Ordinances remain valid for no more than six weeks from the date the Parliament is convened unless approved by it earlier.
[21] Which one of the following Amendments to the Constitution of India has prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States?
A.
91st Amendment
B.
87th Amendment
C.
97th Amendment
D.
90th Amendment
Ans:
91st Amendment
Explanation :
Amendments to the Constitution of India have prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States.
[22] Under which one of the following Amendment Acts was Sikkim admitted into the Union of India?
A.
35th
B.
36th
C.
37th
D.
38th
Ans:
36th
Explanation :
Sikkim became a state of India via the Thirty-sixth Amendment Act, 1975 on 26th April, 1975. The Sikkim State day is observed on 16th May of every year because this was the day when the first Chief Minister of Sikkim assumed office.
[23] The Parliament enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in –
A.
the Union List
B.
the Concurrent List
C.
the State List
D.
Both (1) and (2)
Ans:
the Union List
Explanation :
Three subject lists, the Union list, the State list, and the Concurrent list, define the legislative powers of each level of government. The parliament of India enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in the Union List.
[24] The appointment of a Governor in a state is made as per the provision in the Constitution under article.
A.
153
B.
154
C.
155
D.
156
Ans:
155
Explanation :
Appointment of the Governor of Indian state is described under Article 155 of the Indian constitution.
[25] The 'Speaker's vote' in the Lok Sabha is called –
A.
casting vote
B.
sound vote
C.
direct vote
D.
indirect vote
Ans:
casting vote
Explanation :
Normally, the Speaker does not take part in voting in the House. But in case of a tie, he exercises his right of casting vote. His casting vote would decide the issue. In such a case his vote would normally go in favour of the party to which he belongs. Further, when a resolution for the removal of the Speaker is put to vote in the House, he has the right to cast his vote.
Explanation :
The Panchayat Raj system was first adopted by Nagaur district of Rajasthan on 2 October 1958. Andhra Pradesh soon followed the suite. Panchayati Raj is the oldest system of local government in the Indian subcontinent.
[8] Which was the first linguistic state to be created?
A.
Kerala
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Andhra Pradesh
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Andhra Pradesh
Explanation :
Andhra State was the first state that was created on linguistic basis for Telugu speaking people out of Madras State on October 1, 1953. This followed the long-drawn agitation and death of Potti Sriramulu after a hunger strike for 56 days. Then, the States Reorganization Act 1956 formed Andhra Pradesh by merging Andhra State with the Telugu-speaking areas of the already existing Hyderabad State.
[9] The Jammu and Kashmir State Legislative Assembly has a tenure of -
A.
Six years
B.
Five years
C.
Four years
D.
Seven years
Ans:
Six years
Explanation :
The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly has tenure of six years unless sooner dissolved. The assembly may be dissolved before the completion of the six-year term by the Governor upon the advice of the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir. It has 87 members.
[10] Which State in India, has given the highest number of Deputy Prime Ministers?
A.
Maharashtra
B.
Uttar Pradesh
C.
Bihar
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Gujarat
Explanation :
The Deputy Prime Minister of India is a member of the Indian cabinet in the Indian government. The post is not a constitutional post and seldom carries any specific powers. There have seven Deputy Prime Ministers so far. Among them, the Deputy Prime Ministers from Gujarat were Sardar Patel (1947- 1950), Morali Desai (1967-1969), and Lal Krishna Advani (2002-2004).
[11] The first proclamation of Emergency under article 352 was made by the President in -
A.
1975
B.
1971
C.
1965
D.
1962
Ans:
1962
Explanation :
First proclamation of emergency tinder article 352 (national emergency) was declared in India in 1962 (Indo-China War) 1971, (Indo-Pak War), 1975 (by Indira Gandhi) were made under article 352.
[12] The Finance Commission in India is appointed by –
A.
Prime Minister of India
B.
President of India
C.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
D.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The Finance Commission of India came into existence in 1951. It was established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution by the President of India.
[13] The Planning Commission of India was established in the year –
A.
1947
B.
1949
C.
1950
D.
1952
Ans:
1950
Explanation :
After India gained independence, a formal model of planning was adopted, and accordingly the Planning Commission, reporting directly to the Prime Minister of India was established on 15 March, 1950, with Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru as the chairman.
[14] Which article of the Constitution lays down that state shall take steps to organise village Panchayats?
A.
Article 36
B.
Article 73
C.
Article 24
D.
Article 40
Ans:
Article 40
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Constitution which enshrines one of the Directive Principles of State Policy lays down that the state shall take steps to organise village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self-government. Article 73 — Extent of executive power of the union. Article 24 Prohibition of employment of children in factories, etc.
[15] After elections, vote of no-confidence against the sarpanch can be proposed only after
A.
3 months
B.
6 months
C.
1 year
D.
2 years
Ans:
2 years
Explanation :
Provided that if the no-confidence motion is lost another such motion shall not be moved against that Sarpanch before the expiry of two years from the date of its having been lost.
[16] An Ordinary bill passed by the State Assembly can be delayed by the Legislative Council for a maximum period of –
A.
1 month
B.
6 months
C.
3 months
D.
4 months
Ans:
4 months
Explanation :
In case of difference between the two Houses there is no provision for a joint sitting of the State Legislature. The Legislative Council can only delay the passage of an ordinary bill for a maximum period of four months. Likewise control over the Executive is placed in hands of the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council has no share in this power.
[17] Who among the following was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a State and Prime Minister of India?
A.
Mr. Moraiji Desai
B.
Mr. Narendra Modi
C.
Mr. H D Deve Gowda
D.
Mr. Charan Singh
Ans:
Mr. Charan Singh
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a state and Prime Minister of India. He held the position of Chief Minister of a state (Uttar Pradesh: April 1967 - February 1968 and again in 1970) before becoming the Prime Minister of India in July 1979. Former Karnataka Chief Minister H.D. Deve Gowda was the first Chief Minis ter of a state (Karnataka) to be elevated to the postof Prime Minister of India while in office in 1996. India's current Prime Minister Narendra Modi also became the Prime Minister while serving as the Chief Minister of Gujarat from October 2001 to May 2014
[18] The number of subjects incorporated in the Union List is -
A.
97
B.
102
C.
82
D.
89
Ans:
97
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. This list is found in Article 246 under Seventh Schedule.
[19] How many items are there in the Union List?
A.
52
B.
66
C.
97
D.
99
Ans:
97
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. Out of the 100 items on the list, one is no longer in force.
[20] What is the time limit given to Parliament to pass the ordinance promulgated by the President of India?
A.
6 days
B.
6 weeks
C.
6 months
D.
6 months and six weeks
Ans:
6 weeks
Explanation :
Ordinances remain valid for no more than six weeks from the date the Parliament is convened unless approved by it earlier.
[21] Which one of the following Amendments to the Constitution of India has prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States?
A.
91st Amendment
B.
87th Amendment
C.
97th Amendment
D.
90th Amendment
Ans:
91st Amendment
Explanation :
Amendments to the Constitution of India have prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States.
[22] Under which one of the following Amendment Acts was Sikkim admitted into the Union of India?
A.
35th
B.
36th
C.
37th
D.
38th
Ans:
36th
Explanation :
Sikkim became a state of India via the Thirty-sixth Amendment Act, 1975 on 26th April, 1975. The Sikkim State day is observed on 16th May of every year because this was the day when the first Chief Minister of Sikkim assumed office.
[23] The Parliament enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in –
A.
the Union List
B.
the Concurrent List
C.
the State List
D.
Both (1) and (2)
Ans:
the Union List
Explanation :
Three subject lists, the Union list, the State list, and the Concurrent list, define the legislative powers of each level of government. The parliament of India enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in the Union List.
[24] The appointment of a Governor in a state is made as per the provision in the Constitution under article.
A.
153
B.
154
C.
155
D.
156
Ans:
155
Explanation :
Appointment of the Governor of Indian state is described under Article 155 of the Indian constitution.
[25] The 'Speaker's vote' in the Lok Sabha is called –
A.
casting vote
B.
sound vote
C.
direct vote
D.
indirect vote
Ans:
casting vote
Explanation :
Normally, the Speaker does not take part in voting in the House. But in case of a tie, he exercises his right of casting vote. His casting vote would decide the issue. In such a case his vote would normally go in favour of the party to which he belongs. Further, when a resolution for the removal of the Speaker is put to vote in the House, he has the right to cast his vote.
Explanation :
The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly has tenure of six years unless sooner dissolved. The assembly may be dissolved before the completion of the six-year term by the Governor upon the advice of the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir. It has 87 members.
[10] Which State in India, has given the highest number of Deputy Prime Ministers?
A.
Maharashtra
B.
Uttar Pradesh
C.
Bihar
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Gujarat
Explanation :
The Deputy Prime Minister of India is a member of the Indian cabinet in the Indian government. The post is not a constitutional post and seldom carries any specific powers. There have seven Deputy Prime Ministers so far. Among them, the Deputy Prime Ministers from Gujarat were Sardar Patel (1947- 1950), Morali Desai (1967-1969), and Lal Krishna Advani (2002-2004).
[11] The first proclamation of Emergency under article 352 was made by the President in -
A.
1975
B.
1971
C.
1965
D.
1962
Ans:
1962
Explanation :
First proclamation of emergency tinder article 352 (national emergency) was declared in India in 1962 (Indo-China War) 1971, (Indo-Pak War), 1975 (by Indira Gandhi) were made under article 352.
[12] The Finance Commission in India is appointed by –
A.
Prime Minister of India
B.
President of India
C.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
D.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The Finance Commission of India came into existence in 1951. It was established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution by the President of India.
[13] The Planning Commission of India was established in the year –
A.
1947
B.
1949
C.
1950
D.
1952
Ans:
1950
Explanation :
After India gained independence, a formal model of planning was adopted, and accordingly the Planning Commission, reporting directly to the Prime Minister of India was established on 15 March, 1950, with Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru as the chairman.
[14] Which article of the Constitution lays down that state shall take steps to organise village Panchayats?
A.
Article 36
B.
Article 73
C.
Article 24
D.
Article 40
Ans:
Article 40
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Constitution which enshrines one of the Directive Principles of State Policy lays down that the state shall take steps to organise village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self-government. Article 73 — Extent of executive power of the union. Article 24 Prohibition of employment of children in factories, etc.
[15] After elections, vote of no-confidence against the sarpanch can be proposed only after
A.
3 months
B.
6 months
C.
1 year
D.
2 years
Ans:
2 years
Explanation :
Provided that if the no-confidence motion is lost another such motion shall not be moved against that Sarpanch before the expiry of two years from the date of its having been lost.
[16] An Ordinary bill passed by the State Assembly can be delayed by the Legislative Council for a maximum period of –
A.
1 month
B.
6 months
C.
3 months
D.
4 months
Ans:
4 months
Explanation :
In case of difference between the two Houses there is no provision for a joint sitting of the State Legislature. The Legislative Council can only delay the passage of an ordinary bill for a maximum period of four months. Likewise control over the Executive is placed in hands of the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council has no share in this power.
[17] Who among the following was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a State and Prime Minister of India?
A.
Mr. Moraiji Desai
B.
Mr. Narendra Modi
C.
Mr. H D Deve Gowda
D.
Mr. Charan Singh
Ans:
Mr. Charan Singh
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a state and Prime Minister of India. He held the position of Chief Minister of a state (Uttar Pradesh: April 1967 - February 1968 and again in 1970) before becoming the Prime Minister of India in July 1979. Former Karnataka Chief Minister H.D. Deve Gowda was the first Chief Minis ter of a state (Karnataka) to be elevated to the postof Prime Minister of India while in office in 1996. India's current Prime Minister Narendra Modi also became the Prime Minister while serving as the Chief Minister of Gujarat from October 2001 to May 2014
[18] The number of subjects incorporated in the Union List is -
A.
97
B.
102
C.
82
D.
89
Ans:
97
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. This list is found in Article 246 under Seventh Schedule.
[19] How many items are there in the Union List?
A.
52
B.
66
C.
97
D.
99
Ans:
97
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. Out of the 100 items on the list, one is no longer in force.
[20] What is the time limit given to Parliament to pass the ordinance promulgated by the President of India?
A.
6 days
B.
6 weeks
C.
6 months
D.
6 months and six weeks
Ans:
6 weeks
Explanation :
Ordinances remain valid for no more than six weeks from the date the Parliament is convened unless approved by it earlier.
[21] Which one of the following Amendments to the Constitution of India has prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States?
A.
91st Amendment
B.
87th Amendment
C.
97th Amendment
D.
90th Amendment
Ans:
91st Amendment
Explanation :
Amendments to the Constitution of India have prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States.
[22] Under which one of the following Amendment Acts was Sikkim admitted into the Union of India?
A.
35th
B.
36th
C.
37th
D.
38th
Ans:
36th
Explanation :
Sikkim became a state of India via the Thirty-sixth Amendment Act, 1975 on 26th April, 1975. The Sikkim State day is observed on 16th May of every year because this was the day when the first Chief Minister of Sikkim assumed office.
[23] The Parliament enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in –
A.
the Union List
B.
the Concurrent List
C.
the State List
D.
Both (1) and (2)
Ans:
the Union List
Explanation :
Three subject lists, the Union list, the State list, and the Concurrent list, define the legislative powers of each level of government. The parliament of India enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in the Union List.
[24] The appointment of a Governor in a state is made as per the provision in the Constitution under article.
A.
153
B.
154
C.
155
D.
156
Ans:
155
Explanation :
Appointment of the Governor of Indian state is described under Article 155 of the Indian constitution.
[25] The 'Speaker's vote' in the Lok Sabha is called –
A.
casting vote
B.
sound vote
C.
direct vote
D.
indirect vote
Ans:
casting vote
Explanation :
Normally, the Speaker does not take part in voting in the House. But in case of a tie, he exercises his right of casting vote. His casting vote would decide the issue. In such a case his vote would normally go in favour of the party to which he belongs. Further, when a resolution for the removal of the Speaker is put to vote in the House, he has the right to cast his vote.
Explanation :
First proclamation of emergency tinder article 352 (national emergency) was declared in India in 1962 (Indo-China War) 1971, (Indo-Pak War), 1975 (by Indira Gandhi) were made under article 352.
[12] The Finance Commission in India is appointed by –
A.
Prime Minister of India
B.
President of India
C.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
D.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The Finance Commission of India came into existence in 1951. It was established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution by the President of India.
[13] The Planning Commission of India was established in the year –
A.
1947
B.
1949
C.
1950
D.
1952
Ans:
1950
Explanation :
After India gained independence, a formal model of planning was adopted, and accordingly the Planning Commission, reporting directly to the Prime Minister of India was established on 15 March, 1950, with Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru as the chairman.
[14] Which article of the Constitution lays down that state shall take steps to organise village Panchayats?
A.
Article 36
B.
Article 73
C.
Article 24
D.
Article 40
Ans:
Article 40
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Constitution which enshrines one of the Directive Principles of State Policy lays down that the state shall take steps to organise village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self-government. Article 73 — Extent of executive power of the union. Article 24 Prohibition of employment of children in factories, etc.
[15] After elections, vote of no-confidence against the sarpanch can be proposed only after
A.
3 months
B.
6 months
C.
1 year
D.
2 years
Ans:
2 years
Explanation :
Provided that if the no-confidence motion is lost another such motion shall not be moved against that Sarpanch before the expiry of two years from the date of its having been lost.
[16] An Ordinary bill passed by the State Assembly can be delayed by the Legislative Council for a maximum period of –
A.
1 month
B.
6 months
C.
3 months
D.
4 months
Ans:
4 months
Explanation :
In case of difference between the two Houses there is no provision for a joint sitting of the State Legislature. The Legislative Council can only delay the passage of an ordinary bill for a maximum period of four months. Likewise control over the Executive is placed in hands of the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council has no share in this power.
[17] Who among the following was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a State and Prime Minister of India?
A.
Mr. Moraiji Desai
B.
Mr. Narendra Modi
C.
Mr. H D Deve Gowda
D.
Mr. Charan Singh
Ans:
Mr. Charan Singh
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a state and Prime Minister of India. He held the position of Chief Minister of a state (Uttar Pradesh: April 1967 - February 1968 and again in 1970) before becoming the Prime Minister of India in July 1979. Former Karnataka Chief Minister H.D. Deve Gowda was the first Chief Minis ter of a state (Karnataka) to be elevated to the postof Prime Minister of India while in office in 1996. India's current Prime Minister Narendra Modi also became the Prime Minister while serving as the Chief Minister of Gujarat from October 2001 to May 2014
[18] The number of subjects incorporated in the Union List is -
A.
97
B.
102
C.
82
D.
89
Ans:
97
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. This list is found in Article 246 under Seventh Schedule.
[19] How many items are there in the Union List?
A.
52
B.
66
C.
97
D.
99
Ans:
97
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. Out of the 100 items on the list, one is no longer in force.
[20] What is the time limit given to Parliament to pass the ordinance promulgated by the President of India?
A.
6 days
B.
6 weeks
C.
6 months
D.
6 months and six weeks
Ans:
6 weeks
Explanation :
Ordinances remain valid for no more than six weeks from the date the Parliament is convened unless approved by it earlier.
[21] Which one of the following Amendments to the Constitution of India has prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States?
A.
91st Amendment
B.
87th Amendment
C.
97th Amendment
D.
90th Amendment
Ans:
91st Amendment
Explanation :
Amendments to the Constitution of India have prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States.
[22] Under which one of the following Amendment Acts was Sikkim admitted into the Union of India?
A.
35th
B.
36th
C.
37th
D.
38th
Ans:
36th
Explanation :
Sikkim became a state of India via the Thirty-sixth Amendment Act, 1975 on 26th April, 1975. The Sikkim State day is observed on 16th May of every year because this was the day when the first Chief Minister of Sikkim assumed office.
[23] The Parliament enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in –
A.
the Union List
B.
the Concurrent List
C.
the State List
D.
Both (1) and (2)
Ans:
the Union List
Explanation :
Three subject lists, the Union list, the State list, and the Concurrent list, define the legislative powers of each level of government. The parliament of India enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in the Union List.
[24] The appointment of a Governor in a state is made as per the provision in the Constitution under article.
A.
153
B.
154
C.
155
D.
156
Ans:
155
Explanation :
Appointment of the Governor of Indian state is described under Article 155 of the Indian constitution.
[25] The 'Speaker's vote' in the Lok Sabha is called –
A.
casting vote
B.
sound vote
C.
direct vote
D.
indirect vote
Ans:
casting vote
Explanation :
Normally, the Speaker does not take part in voting in the House. But in case of a tie, he exercises his right of casting vote. His casting vote would decide the issue. In such a case his vote would normally go in favour of the party to which he belongs. Further, when a resolution for the removal of the Speaker is put to vote in the House, he has the right to cast his vote.
Explanation :
After India gained independence, a formal model of planning was adopted, and accordingly the Planning Commission, reporting directly to the Prime Minister of India was established on 15 March, 1950, with Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru as the chairman.
[14] Which article of the Constitution lays down that state shall take steps to organise village Panchayats?
A.
Article 36
B.
Article 73
C.
Article 24
D.
Article 40
Ans:
Article 40
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Constitution which enshrines one of the Directive Principles of State Policy lays down that the state shall take steps to organise village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self-government. Article 73 — Extent of executive power of the union. Article 24 Prohibition of employment of children in factories, etc.
[15] After elections, vote of no-confidence against the sarpanch can be proposed only after
A.
3 months
B.
6 months
C.
1 year
D.
2 years
Ans:
2 years
Explanation :
Provided that if the no-confidence motion is lost another such motion shall not be moved against that Sarpanch before the expiry of two years from the date of its having been lost.
[16] An Ordinary bill passed by the State Assembly can be delayed by the Legislative Council for a maximum period of –
A.
1 month
B.
6 months
C.
3 months
D.
4 months
Ans:
4 months
Explanation :
In case of difference between the two Houses there is no provision for a joint sitting of the State Legislature. The Legislative Council can only delay the passage of an ordinary bill for a maximum period of four months. Likewise control over the Executive is placed in hands of the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council has no share in this power.
[17] Who among the following was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a State and Prime Minister of India?
A.
Mr. Moraiji Desai
B.
Mr. Narendra Modi
C.
Mr. H D Deve Gowda
D.
Mr. Charan Singh
Ans:
Mr. Charan Singh
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a state and Prime Minister of India. He held the position of Chief Minister of a state (Uttar Pradesh: April 1967 - February 1968 and again in 1970) before becoming the Prime Minister of India in July 1979. Former Karnataka Chief Minister H.D. Deve Gowda was the first Chief Minis ter of a state (Karnataka) to be elevated to the postof Prime Minister of India while in office in 1996. India's current Prime Minister Narendra Modi also became the Prime Minister while serving as the Chief Minister of Gujarat from October 2001 to May 2014
[18] The number of subjects incorporated in the Union List is -
A.
97
B.
102
C.
82
D.
89
Ans:
97
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. This list is found in Article 246 under Seventh Schedule.
[19] How many items are there in the Union List?
A.
52
B.
66
C.
97
D.
99
Ans:
97
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. Out of the 100 items on the list, one is no longer in force.
[20] What is the time limit given to Parliament to pass the ordinance promulgated by the President of India?
A.
6 days
B.
6 weeks
C.
6 months
D.
6 months and six weeks
Ans:
6 weeks
Explanation :
Ordinances remain valid for no more than six weeks from the date the Parliament is convened unless approved by it earlier.
[21] Which one of the following Amendments to the Constitution of India has prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States?
A.
91st Amendment
B.
87th Amendment
C.
97th Amendment
D.
90th Amendment
Ans:
91st Amendment
Explanation :
Amendments to the Constitution of India have prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States.
[22] Under which one of the following Amendment Acts was Sikkim admitted into the Union of India?
A.
35th
B.
36th
C.
37th
D.
38th
Ans:
36th
Explanation :
Sikkim became a state of India via the Thirty-sixth Amendment Act, 1975 on 26th April, 1975. The Sikkim State day is observed on 16th May of every year because this was the day when the first Chief Minister of Sikkim assumed office.
[23] The Parliament enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in –
A.
the Union List
B.
the Concurrent List
C.
the State List
D.
Both (1) and (2)
Ans:
the Union List
Explanation :
Three subject lists, the Union list, the State list, and the Concurrent list, define the legislative powers of each level of government. The parliament of India enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in the Union List.
[24] The appointment of a Governor in a state is made as per the provision in the Constitution under article.
A.
153
B.
154
C.
155
D.
156
Ans:
155
Explanation :
Appointment of the Governor of Indian state is described under Article 155 of the Indian constitution.
[25] The 'Speaker's vote' in the Lok Sabha is called –
A.
casting vote
B.
sound vote
C.
direct vote
D.
indirect vote
Ans:
casting vote
Explanation :
Normally, the Speaker does not take part in voting in the House. But in case of a tie, he exercises his right of casting vote. His casting vote would decide the issue. In such a case his vote would normally go in favour of the party to which he belongs. Further, when a resolution for the removal of the Speaker is put to vote in the House, he has the right to cast his vote.
Explanation :
Provided that if the no-confidence motion is lost another such motion shall not be moved against that Sarpanch before the expiry of two years from the date of its having been lost.
[16] An Ordinary bill passed by the State Assembly can be delayed by the Legislative Council for a maximum period of –
A.
1 month
B.
6 months
C.
3 months
D.
4 months
Ans:
4 months
Explanation :
In case of difference between the two Houses there is no provision for a joint sitting of the State Legislature. The Legislative Council can only delay the passage of an ordinary bill for a maximum period of four months. Likewise control over the Executive is placed in hands of the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council has no share in this power.
[17] Who among the following was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a State and Prime Minister of India?
A.
Mr. Moraiji Desai
B.
Mr. Narendra Modi
C.
Mr. H D Deve Gowda
D.
Mr. Charan Singh
Ans:
Mr. Charan Singh
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a state and Prime Minister of India. He held the position of Chief Minister of a state (Uttar Pradesh: April 1967 - February 1968 and again in 1970) before becoming the Prime Minister of India in July 1979. Former Karnataka Chief Minister H.D. Deve Gowda was the first Chief Minis ter of a state (Karnataka) to be elevated to the postof Prime Minister of India while in office in 1996. India's current Prime Minister Narendra Modi also became the Prime Minister while serving as the Chief Minister of Gujarat from October 2001 to May 2014
[18] The number of subjects incorporated in the Union List is -
A.
97
B.
102
C.
82
D.
89
Ans:
97
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. This list is found in Article 246 under Seventh Schedule.
[19] How many items are there in the Union List?
A.
52
B.
66
C.
97
D.
99
Ans:
97
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. Out of the 100 items on the list, one is no longer in force.
[20] What is the time limit given to Parliament to pass the ordinance promulgated by the President of India?
A.
6 days
B.
6 weeks
C.
6 months
D.
6 months and six weeks
Ans:
6 weeks
Explanation :
Ordinances remain valid for no more than six weeks from the date the Parliament is convened unless approved by it earlier.
[21] Which one of the following Amendments to the Constitution of India has prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States?
A.
91st Amendment
B.
87th Amendment
C.
97th Amendment
D.
90th Amendment
Ans:
91st Amendment
Explanation :
Amendments to the Constitution of India have prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States.
[22] Under which one of the following Amendment Acts was Sikkim admitted into the Union of India?
A.
35th
B.
36th
C.
37th
D.
38th
Ans:
36th
Explanation :
Sikkim became a state of India via the Thirty-sixth Amendment Act, 1975 on 26th April, 1975. The Sikkim State day is observed on 16th May of every year because this was the day when the first Chief Minister of Sikkim assumed office.
[23] The Parliament enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in –
A.
the Union List
B.
the Concurrent List
C.
the State List
D.
Both (1) and (2)
Ans:
the Union List
Explanation :
Three subject lists, the Union list, the State list, and the Concurrent list, define the legislative powers of each level of government. The parliament of India enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in the Union List.
[24] The appointment of a Governor in a state is made as per the provision in the Constitution under article.
A.
153
B.
154
C.
155
D.
156
Ans:
155
Explanation :
Appointment of the Governor of Indian state is described under Article 155 of the Indian constitution.
[25] The 'Speaker's vote' in the Lok Sabha is called –
A.
casting vote
B.
sound vote
C.
direct vote
D.
indirect vote
Ans:
casting vote
Explanation :
Normally, the Speaker does not take part in voting in the House. But in case of a tie, he exercises his right of casting vote. His casting vote would decide the issue. In such a case his vote would normally go in favour of the party to which he belongs. Further, when a resolution for the removal of the Speaker is put to vote in the House, he has the right to cast his vote.
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the first politician to become a Chief Minister of a state and Prime Minister of India. He held the position of Chief Minister of a state (Uttar Pradesh: April 1967 - February 1968 and again in 1970) before becoming the Prime Minister of India in July 1979. Former Karnataka Chief Minister H.D. Deve Gowda was the first Chief Minis ter of a state (Karnataka) to be elevated to the postof Prime Minister of India while in office in 1996. India's current Prime Minister Narendra Modi also became the Prime Minister while serving as the Chief Minister of Gujarat from October 2001 to May 2014
[18] The number of subjects incorporated in the Union List is -
A.
97
B.
102
C.
82
D.
89
Ans:
97
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. This list is found in Article 246 under Seventh Schedule.
[19] How many items are there in the Union List?
A.
52
B.
66
C.
97
D.
99
Ans:
97
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. Out of the 100 items on the list, one is no longer in force.
[20] What is the time limit given to Parliament to pass the ordinance promulgated by the President of India?
A.
6 days
B.
6 weeks
C.
6 months
D.
6 months and six weeks
Ans:
6 weeks
Explanation :
Ordinances remain valid for no more than six weeks from the date the Parliament is convened unless approved by it earlier.
[21] Which one of the following Amendments to the Constitution of India has prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States?
A.
91st Amendment
B.
87th Amendment
C.
97th Amendment
D.
90th Amendment
Ans:
91st Amendment
Explanation :
Amendments to the Constitution of India have prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States.
[22] Under which one of the following Amendment Acts was Sikkim admitted into the Union of India?
A.
35th
B.
36th
C.
37th
D.
38th
Ans:
36th
Explanation :
Sikkim became a state of India via the Thirty-sixth Amendment Act, 1975 on 26th April, 1975. The Sikkim State day is observed on 16th May of every year because this was the day when the first Chief Minister of Sikkim assumed office.
[23] The Parliament enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in –
A.
the Union List
B.
the Concurrent List
C.
the State List
D.
Both (1) and (2)
Ans:
the Union List
Explanation :
Three subject lists, the Union list, the State list, and the Concurrent list, define the legislative powers of each level of government. The parliament of India enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in the Union List.
[24] The appointment of a Governor in a state is made as per the provision in the Constitution under article.
A.
153
B.
154
C.
155
D.
156
Ans:
155
Explanation :
Appointment of the Governor of Indian state is described under Article 155 of the Indian constitution.
[25] The 'Speaker's vote' in the Lok Sabha is called –
A.
casting vote
B.
sound vote
C.
direct vote
D.
indirect vote
Ans:
casting vote
Explanation :
Normally, the Speaker does not take part in voting in the House. But in case of a tie, he exercises his right of casting vote. His casting vote would decide the issue. In such a case his vote would normally go in favour of the party to which he belongs. Further, when a resolution for the removal of the Speaker is put to vote in the House, he has the right to cast his vote.
Explanation :
The Union List or List-I is a list of 100 items (though last item is numbered 97) given in Part XI of the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. Out of the 100 items on the list, one is no longer in force.
[20] What is the time limit given to Parliament to pass the ordinance promulgated by the President of India?
A.
6 days
B.
6 weeks
C.
6 months
D.
6 months and six weeks
Ans:
6 weeks
Explanation :
Ordinances remain valid for no more than six weeks from the date the Parliament is convened unless approved by it earlier.
[21] Which one of the following Amendments to the Constitution of India has prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States?
A.
91st Amendment
B.
87th Amendment
C.
97th Amendment
D.
90th Amendment
Ans:
91st Amendment
Explanation :
Amendments to the Constitution of India have prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States.
[22] Under which one of the following Amendment Acts was Sikkim admitted into the Union of India?
A.
35th
B.
36th
C.
37th
D.
38th
Ans:
36th
Explanation :
Sikkim became a state of India via the Thirty-sixth Amendment Act, 1975 on 26th April, 1975. The Sikkim State day is observed on 16th May of every year because this was the day when the first Chief Minister of Sikkim assumed office.
[23] The Parliament enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in –
A.
the Union List
B.
the Concurrent List
C.
the State List
D.
Both (1) and (2)
Ans:
the Union List
Explanation :
Three subject lists, the Union list, the State list, and the Concurrent list, define the legislative powers of each level of government. The parliament of India enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in the Union List.
[24] The appointment of a Governor in a state is made as per the provision in the Constitution under article.
A.
153
B.
154
C.
155
D.
156
Ans:
155
Explanation :
Appointment of the Governor of Indian state is described under Article 155 of the Indian constitution.
[25] The 'Speaker's vote' in the Lok Sabha is called –
A.
casting vote
B.
sound vote
C.
direct vote
D.
indirect vote
Ans:
casting vote
Explanation :
Normally, the Speaker does not take part in voting in the House. But in case of a tie, he exercises his right of casting vote. His casting vote would decide the issue. In such a case his vote would normally go in favour of the party to which he belongs. Further, when a resolution for the removal of the Speaker is put to vote in the House, he has the right to cast his vote.
Explanation :
Amendments to the Constitution of India have prescribed that the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of total number of members of the House of the People or Legislative Assembly in the States.
[22] Under which one of the following Amendment Acts was Sikkim admitted into the Union of India?
A.
35th
B.
36th
C.
37th
D.
38th
Ans:
36th
Explanation :
Sikkim became a state of India via the Thirty-sixth Amendment Act, 1975 on 26th April, 1975. The Sikkim State day is observed on 16th May of every year because this was the day when the first Chief Minister of Sikkim assumed office.
[23] The Parliament enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in –
A.
the Union List
B.
the Concurrent List
C.
the State List
D.
Both (1) and (2)
Ans:
the Union List
Explanation :
Three subject lists, the Union list, the State list, and the Concurrent list, define the legislative powers of each level of government. The parliament of India enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in the Union List.
[24] The appointment of a Governor in a state is made as per the provision in the Constitution under article.
A.
153
B.
154
C.
155
D.
156
Ans:
155
Explanation :
Appointment of the Governor of Indian state is described under Article 155 of the Indian constitution.
[25] The 'Speaker's vote' in the Lok Sabha is called –
A.
casting vote
B.
sound vote
C.
direct vote
D.
indirect vote
Ans:
casting vote
Explanation :
Normally, the Speaker does not take part in voting in the House. But in case of a tie, he exercises his right of casting vote. His casting vote would decide the issue. In such a case his vote would normally go in favour of the party to which he belongs. Further, when a resolution for the removal of the Speaker is put to vote in the House, he has the right to cast his vote.
Explanation :
Three subject lists, the Union list, the State list, and the Concurrent list, define the legislative powers of each level of government. The parliament of India enjoys the exclusive right to legislate on the subjects contained in the Union List.
[24] The appointment of a Governor in a state is made as per the provision in the Constitution under article.
A.
153
B.
154
C.
155
D.
156
Ans:
155
Explanation :
Appointment of the Governor of Indian state is described under Article 155 of the Indian constitution.
[25] The 'Speaker's vote' in the Lok Sabha is called –
A.
casting vote
B.
sound vote
C.
direct vote
D.
indirect vote
Ans:
casting vote
Explanation :
Normally, the Speaker does not take part in voting in the House. But in case of a tie, he exercises his right of casting vote. His casting vote would decide the issue. In such a case his vote would normally go in favour of the party to which he belongs. Further, when a resolution for the removal of the Speaker is put to vote in the House, he has the right to cast his vote.
Explanation :
Normally, the Speaker does not take part in voting in the House. But in case of a tie, he exercises his right of casting vote. His casting vote would decide the issue. In such a case his vote would normally go in favour of the party to which he belongs. Further, when a resolution for the removal of the Speaker is put to vote in the House, he has the right to cast his vote.