[1] Who was the first Chief Election Commissioner of India?
A.
K.V.K. Sundaram
B.
Sukumar Sen
C.
G.V. Mavlankar
D.
T. Swaminathan
Ans:
Sukumar Sen
Explanation :
Sukumar Sen was the first Chier Election Commissioner of India (March 21, 1950 - December 19, 1958). V S Sampath is the Chief Election Commissioner of India since June 11, 2012.
[2] The Chairman of the Finance Commission is appointed by –
A.
The President
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Cabinet
D.
The Parliament
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
As per the Constitution, the commission is appointed every five years and consists of a chairman and four other members appointed by the President of India.
[3] Swaraj Trophy is associated with which of the following -
A.
Best district
B.
Best Zila Parishad
C.
Best metropolitan
D.
Best Panchayat
Ans:
Best district
Explanation :
Kerala Government distributes the Swaraj Trophy and cash prize for the best local bodies. From 1999- 2000 onwards, the prize extents for the best district panchayat, block panchayat and municipalities.
[4] Which is the first state in South India to introduce Panchayati Raj?
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Kerala
C.
Tamil Nadu
D.
Karnatka
Ans:
Andhra Pradesh
Explanation :
Andhra Pradesh is the first state in South India to introduce Panchayati Raj. Overall second state in India after Rajasthan.
[5] There is no provision in the Constitution for the impeachment of the –
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
ChiefJustice of a High Court
C.
Governor
D.
Vice President
Ans:
Governor
Explanation :
The Governors and Lieutenant-Governors are appointed by the President for a term of 5 years. The term of Governor's office is normally 5 years but it can be terminated earlier by dismissal by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister of the country, at whose pleasure the Governor holds office; and resignation by the governor. There is no provision of impeachment, as it happens for the President.
[6] Who was the first Woman Governor of a State in free India from out of the following?
A.
Mrs. Sarojini Naidu
B.
Mrs. Sucheta Kriphmi
C.
Mrs. Indira Gandhi
D.
Mrs. Vijay Laxrni Pandit
Ans:
Mrs. Sarojini Naidu
Explanation :
Mrs. Sarojini Naidu was the first Indian woman to become the President of the Indian National Congress and the first woman to become the Governor of Uttar Pradesh.
[7] After question hour, a motion moved by a Member of Parliament to draw the attention of Executive for discussing a definite matter of public importance is-
A.
Privilege motion
B.
Calling attention Motion
C.
Adjournment motion
D.
No-confidence motion
Ans:
Adjournment motion
Explanation :
Adjournment motion is moved by a member when it is desired to draw the attention of the Executive for the purpose of discussing a definite matter of urgent public importance. It is an extraordinary procedure which, if admitted, leads to setting aside the normal business of the House for discussing a definite matter of urgent public importance.
[8] The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by the –
A.
President of India
B.
Prime Minister of India
C.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. PAC is formed every year with strength of not more than 22 members of which 15 are from Lok Sabha and 7 from Rajya Sabha.
[9] Which one of the following liberties is not embodied in the Preamble to the Constitution of India?
A.
Liberty of thought
B.
Liberty of expression
C.
Liberty of belief
D.
Economic liberty
Ans:
Economic liberty
Explanation :
The Preamble secures to all citizens of India liberty of thought, expression, belief, faith and worship, through their Fundamental Rights, enforceable in the court of law, in case of violation. Liberty, as elaborated in the Preamble, is essential for the successful functioning of the Indian democratic system. However, liberty does not mean ‘license’ to do what one likes, and has to be enjoyed within the limitations mentioned in the Constitution itself. Economic liberty is not explicitly mentioned in the Preamble.
[10] Which one of the following words was not included in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution in 1975?
A.
Fraternity
B.
Sovereign
C.
Equality
D.
Integrity
Ans:
Integrity
Explanation :
The Preamble declares that fraternity has to assure two things—the dignity of the individual and the unity and integrity of the nation. The word ‘integrity’ has been added to the preamble by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment (1976).
[11] Which High Court has jurisdiction over the State of Arunachal Pradesh?
A.
Guwahati
B.
Mumbai
C.
Kolkata
D.
Chandigarh
Ans:
Guwahati
Explanation :
The Guwahati High Court was established on 1 March, 1948 after the Government of India Act 1935 was passed. It was originally known as the High Court of Assam and Nagaland, but renamed as Gauhati High Court in 1971.
[12] Which among the following Union Territory has a Judicial Commissioner?
A.
Pondicherry
B.
Andaman & Nicobar Islands
C.
Daman & Diu
D.
Lakshadweep
Ans:
Daman & Diu
Explanation :
Act no. 16 of 1964 is an act to declare the judicial commissioner's court for Goa, Daman and Diu [16th may, 1964].
[13] Which one of the following Articles of the Constitution of India lays down that no citizen can be denied the use of wells, tanks and bathing Ghats maintained out of State funds?
A.
Article 14
B.
Article 15
C.
Article 16
D.
Article 17
Ans:
Article 15
Explanation :
Article 15 states Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth. No citizen shall, on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth or any of them, be subject to any disability, liability, restriction or condition with regard to- (1) access to shops, public restaurants, hotels and places of public entertainment; or (2) the use of wells, tanks, bathing ghats, roads and places of public resort maintained wholly or partly out of State funds or dedicated to the use of the general public.
[14] The right to nominate members to the Rajya Sabha rests with –
A.
The President
B.
The Vice President
C.
The Judiciary
D.
The Lok Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha membership is limited to 250 members, 12 of whom are nominated by the President of India for their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
[15] The minimum age for a person to seek election to Lok Sabha is –
A.
21 years
B.
25 years
C.
30 years
D.
35 years
Ans:
25 years
Explanation :
The minimum age for a person to become a member of Rajya Sabha is 30 years. The minimum qualifying age for membership of the Lok Sabha is 25 years. Note : Dushyant Chautala is the Youngest Member of Parliament till date. He is the youngest ever elected member or Parliament in the history of India and holds a record in timca Book of Records.
[16] According to which Article of Constitution of India, the Chief Minister is appointed by the Governor of A State?
A.
Article 163
B.
Article 164
C.
Article 165
D.
Article 166
Ans:
Article 164
Explanation :
Under Article 164 of Constitution of India, the chief minister is appointed by the governor of a state.
[17] Flow many times the President of India can seek reelection to his post?
A.
Once
B.
2 times
C.
3 times
D.
Any number of times
Ans:
Any number of times
Explanation :
The President of India can opt for re-election as many times as he wishes. Rajendra Prasad was the only president to have been elected twice for the office. There is neither any bar on re-election In the Indian Constitution, nor does it mention the number of times the same person can be elected to the top most office in India. Historically, ruling party (majority in the Lok Sabha) nominees have been elected and run largely uncontested. Incumbents are permitted to stand for re-election, but unlike the president of the United States, who can be elected just twice, incumbents can be elected for any number of terms.
[18] Which of the following appointments is not made by the President of India?
A.
Speakerof the Lok Sabha
B.
Chief Justice of India
C.
Chief of Air Staff
D.
Chief of Army
Ans:
Speakerof the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Speaker is the presiding officer of the lower house of Parliament of India. The speaker is elected in the very first meeting of the Lok Sabha after the general elections for a term of 5 years from amongst the members of the Lok Sabha. He/she is supposed to resign from his/her original party because as a speaker, he/she has to remain impartial.
[19] The Constitution of India lays down that the two Houses of Parliament must be summoned at least –
A.
four times a year
B.
thrice a year
C.
twice a year
D.
once a year
Ans:
twice a year
Explanation :
The period during which the House meets to conduct its business is called a session. The Constitution empowers the President to summon each House at such intervals that there should not be more than 6 month's gap between the two sessions. Hence the Parliament must meet at least twice a year.
[20] In which year Supreme Court of India came into being?
A.
1937 January 28
B.
1947 January 28
C.
1950 January 28
D.
1949 January 28
Ans:
1950 January 28
Explanation :
On the 28th of January, 1950, two days after India became a Sovereign Democratic Republic, the Supreme Court came into being. The inauguration took place in the Chamber of Princes in the Parliament building which also housed India's Parliament, consisting of the Council of States and the House of the People.
[21] Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in which of the following articles of Indian Constitution?
A.
Article 131
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 148
Ans:
Article 131
Explanation :
Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in Article 131 of the Indian Constitution. The Supreme Court shall, to the exclusion of any other court, have original jurisdiction in any dispute (a) between the Government of India and one or more States; or (b) between the Government of India and any State or States on one side and one or more other States on the other; or (c) between two or more States,
[22] Which article of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court?
A.
Article 129
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 32
Ans:
Article 143
Explanation :
Article 143 of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court.
[23] How many fundamental duties are there in our Indian Constitution?
A.
11
B.
9
C.
12
D.
8
Ans:
11
Explanation :
Originally ten in number, the Fundamental Duties were increased to eleven by the 86th Amendment in 2002, which added a duty on every parent or guardian to ensure that their child or ward was provided opportunities for education between the ages of six and fourteen years. The Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976.
[24] The concept of Directive Principles of State Policy in Indian Constitution is adopted from that of -
A.
Irish
B.
US
C.
USSR and China
D.
Japan and Korea
Ans:
Irish
Explanation :
The Directive Principles of State Policy, embodied in Part IV of the Constitution, was borrowed from the Irish Constitution. They are directions given to the State to guide the establishment of an economic and social democracy, as proposed by the Preamble.
[25] Which one of the following writs literally means 'what is your anthority'?
A.
Habeas Corpus
B.
Certiorari
C.
Quo Warranto
D.
Prohibition
Ans:
Quo Warranto
Explanation :
Quo warranto (Medieval Latin for "by what warrant?") is a prerogative writ requiring the person to whom it is directed to show what authority they have for exercising some right or power (or "franchise") they claim to hold. It is a legal proceeding during which an individual's right to hold an office or governmental privilege is challenged.
Explanation :
Sukumar Sen was the first Chier Election Commissioner of India (March 21, 1950 - December 19, 1958). V S Sampath is the Chief Election Commissioner of India since June 11, 2012.
[2] The Chairman of the Finance Commission is appointed by –
A.
The President
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Cabinet
D.
The Parliament
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
As per the Constitution, the commission is appointed every five years and consists of a chairman and four other members appointed by the President of India.
[3] Swaraj Trophy is associated with which of the following -
A.
Best district
B.
Best Zila Parishad
C.
Best metropolitan
D.
Best Panchayat
Ans:
Best district
Explanation :
Kerala Government distributes the Swaraj Trophy and cash prize for the best local bodies. From 1999- 2000 onwards, the prize extents for the best district panchayat, block panchayat and municipalities.
[4] Which is the first state in South India to introduce Panchayati Raj?
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Kerala
C.
Tamil Nadu
D.
Karnatka
Ans:
Andhra Pradesh
Explanation :
Andhra Pradesh is the first state in South India to introduce Panchayati Raj. Overall second state in India after Rajasthan.
[5] There is no provision in the Constitution for the impeachment of the –
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
ChiefJustice of a High Court
C.
Governor
D.
Vice President
Ans:
Governor
Explanation :
The Governors and Lieutenant-Governors are appointed by the President for a term of 5 years. The term of Governor's office is normally 5 years but it can be terminated earlier by dismissal by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister of the country, at whose pleasure the Governor holds office; and resignation by the governor. There is no provision of impeachment, as it happens for the President.
[6] Who was the first Woman Governor of a State in free India from out of the following?
A.
Mrs. Sarojini Naidu
B.
Mrs. Sucheta Kriphmi
C.
Mrs. Indira Gandhi
D.
Mrs. Vijay Laxrni Pandit
Ans:
Mrs. Sarojini Naidu
Explanation :
Mrs. Sarojini Naidu was the first Indian woman to become the President of the Indian National Congress and the first woman to become the Governor of Uttar Pradesh.
[7] After question hour, a motion moved by a Member of Parliament to draw the attention of Executive for discussing a definite matter of public importance is-
A.
Privilege motion
B.
Calling attention Motion
C.
Adjournment motion
D.
No-confidence motion
Ans:
Adjournment motion
Explanation :
Adjournment motion is moved by a member when it is desired to draw the attention of the Executive for the purpose of discussing a definite matter of urgent public importance. It is an extraordinary procedure which, if admitted, leads to setting aside the normal business of the House for discussing a definite matter of urgent public importance.
[8] The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by the –
A.
President of India
B.
Prime Minister of India
C.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. PAC is formed every year with strength of not more than 22 members of which 15 are from Lok Sabha and 7 from Rajya Sabha.
[9] Which one of the following liberties is not embodied in the Preamble to the Constitution of India?
A.
Liberty of thought
B.
Liberty of expression
C.
Liberty of belief
D.
Economic liberty
Ans:
Economic liberty
Explanation :
The Preamble secures to all citizens of India liberty of thought, expression, belief, faith and worship, through their Fundamental Rights, enforceable in the court of law, in case of violation. Liberty, as elaborated in the Preamble, is essential for the successful functioning of the Indian democratic system. However, liberty does not mean ‘license’ to do what one likes, and has to be enjoyed within the limitations mentioned in the Constitution itself. Economic liberty is not explicitly mentioned in the Preamble.
[10] Which one of the following words was not included in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution in 1975?
A.
Fraternity
B.
Sovereign
C.
Equality
D.
Integrity
Ans:
Integrity
Explanation :
The Preamble declares that fraternity has to assure two things—the dignity of the individual and the unity and integrity of the nation. The word ‘integrity’ has been added to the preamble by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment (1976).
[11] Which High Court has jurisdiction over the State of Arunachal Pradesh?
A.
Guwahati
B.
Mumbai
C.
Kolkata
D.
Chandigarh
Ans:
Guwahati
Explanation :
The Guwahati High Court was established on 1 March, 1948 after the Government of India Act 1935 was passed. It was originally known as the High Court of Assam and Nagaland, but renamed as Gauhati High Court in 1971.
[12] Which among the following Union Territory has a Judicial Commissioner?
A.
Pondicherry
B.
Andaman & Nicobar Islands
C.
Daman & Diu
D.
Lakshadweep
Ans:
Daman & Diu
Explanation :
Act no. 16 of 1964 is an act to declare the judicial commissioner's court for Goa, Daman and Diu [16th may, 1964].
[13] Which one of the following Articles of the Constitution of India lays down that no citizen can be denied the use of wells, tanks and bathing Ghats maintained out of State funds?
A.
Article 14
B.
Article 15
C.
Article 16
D.
Article 17
Ans:
Article 15
Explanation :
Article 15 states Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth. No citizen shall, on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth or any of them, be subject to any disability, liability, restriction or condition with regard to- (1) access to shops, public restaurants, hotels and places of public entertainment; or (2) the use of wells, tanks, bathing ghats, roads and places of public resort maintained wholly or partly out of State funds or dedicated to the use of the general public.
[14] The right to nominate members to the Rajya Sabha rests with –
A.
The President
B.
The Vice President
C.
The Judiciary
D.
The Lok Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha membership is limited to 250 members, 12 of whom are nominated by the President of India for their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
[15] The minimum age for a person to seek election to Lok Sabha is –
A.
21 years
B.
25 years
C.
30 years
D.
35 years
Ans:
25 years
Explanation :
The minimum age for a person to become a member of Rajya Sabha is 30 years. The minimum qualifying age for membership of the Lok Sabha is 25 years. Note : Dushyant Chautala is the Youngest Member of Parliament till date. He is the youngest ever elected member or Parliament in the history of India and holds a record in timca Book of Records.
[16] According to which Article of Constitution of India, the Chief Minister is appointed by the Governor of A State?
A.
Article 163
B.
Article 164
C.
Article 165
D.
Article 166
Ans:
Article 164
Explanation :
Under Article 164 of Constitution of India, the chief minister is appointed by the governor of a state.
[17] Flow many times the President of India can seek reelection to his post?
A.
Once
B.
2 times
C.
3 times
D.
Any number of times
Ans:
Any number of times
Explanation :
The President of India can opt for re-election as many times as he wishes. Rajendra Prasad was the only president to have been elected twice for the office. There is neither any bar on re-election In the Indian Constitution, nor does it mention the number of times the same person can be elected to the top most office in India. Historically, ruling party (majority in the Lok Sabha) nominees have been elected and run largely uncontested. Incumbents are permitted to stand for re-election, but unlike the president of the United States, who can be elected just twice, incumbents can be elected for any number of terms.
[18] Which of the following appointments is not made by the President of India?
A.
Speakerof the Lok Sabha
B.
Chief Justice of India
C.
Chief of Air Staff
D.
Chief of Army
Ans:
Speakerof the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Speaker is the presiding officer of the lower house of Parliament of India. The speaker is elected in the very first meeting of the Lok Sabha after the general elections for a term of 5 years from amongst the members of the Lok Sabha. He/she is supposed to resign from his/her original party because as a speaker, he/she has to remain impartial.
[19] The Constitution of India lays down that the two Houses of Parliament must be summoned at least –
A.
four times a year
B.
thrice a year
C.
twice a year
D.
once a year
Ans:
twice a year
Explanation :
The period during which the House meets to conduct its business is called a session. The Constitution empowers the President to summon each House at such intervals that there should not be more than 6 month's gap between the two sessions. Hence the Parliament must meet at least twice a year.
[20] In which year Supreme Court of India came into being?
A.
1937 January 28
B.
1947 January 28
C.
1950 January 28
D.
1949 January 28
Ans:
1950 January 28
Explanation :
On the 28th of January, 1950, two days after India became a Sovereign Democratic Republic, the Supreme Court came into being. The inauguration took place in the Chamber of Princes in the Parliament building which also housed India's Parliament, consisting of the Council of States and the House of the People.
[21] Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in which of the following articles of Indian Constitution?
A.
Article 131
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 148
Ans:
Article 131
Explanation :
Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in Article 131 of the Indian Constitution. The Supreme Court shall, to the exclusion of any other court, have original jurisdiction in any dispute (a) between the Government of India and one or more States; or (b) between the Government of India and any State or States on one side and one or more other States on the other; or (c) between two or more States,
[22] Which article of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court?
A.
Article 129
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 32
Ans:
Article 143
Explanation :
Article 143 of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court.
[23] How many fundamental duties are there in our Indian Constitution?
A.
11
B.
9
C.
12
D.
8
Ans:
11
Explanation :
Originally ten in number, the Fundamental Duties were increased to eleven by the 86th Amendment in 2002, which added a duty on every parent or guardian to ensure that their child or ward was provided opportunities for education between the ages of six and fourteen years. The Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976.
[24] The concept of Directive Principles of State Policy in Indian Constitution is adopted from that of -
A.
Irish
B.
US
C.
USSR and China
D.
Japan and Korea
Ans:
Irish
Explanation :
The Directive Principles of State Policy, embodied in Part IV of the Constitution, was borrowed from the Irish Constitution. They are directions given to the State to guide the establishment of an economic and social democracy, as proposed by the Preamble.
[25] Which one of the following writs literally means 'what is your anthority'?
A.
Habeas Corpus
B.
Certiorari
C.
Quo Warranto
D.
Prohibition
Ans:
Quo Warranto
Explanation :
Quo warranto (Medieval Latin for "by what warrant?") is a prerogative writ requiring the person to whom it is directed to show what authority they have for exercising some right or power (or "franchise") they claim to hold. It is a legal proceeding during which an individual's right to hold an office or governmental privilege is challenged.
Explanation :
Kerala Government distributes the Swaraj Trophy and cash prize for the best local bodies. From 1999- 2000 onwards, the prize extents for the best district panchayat, block panchayat and municipalities.
[4] Which is the first state in South India to introduce Panchayati Raj?
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Kerala
C.
Tamil Nadu
D.
Karnatka
Ans:
Andhra Pradesh
Explanation :
Andhra Pradesh is the first state in South India to introduce Panchayati Raj. Overall second state in India after Rajasthan.
[5] There is no provision in the Constitution for the impeachment of the –
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
ChiefJustice of a High Court
C.
Governor
D.
Vice President
Ans:
Governor
Explanation :
The Governors and Lieutenant-Governors are appointed by the President for a term of 5 years. The term of Governor's office is normally 5 years but it can be terminated earlier by dismissal by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister of the country, at whose pleasure the Governor holds office; and resignation by the governor. There is no provision of impeachment, as it happens for the President.
[6] Who was the first Woman Governor of a State in free India from out of the following?
A.
Mrs. Sarojini Naidu
B.
Mrs. Sucheta Kriphmi
C.
Mrs. Indira Gandhi
D.
Mrs. Vijay Laxrni Pandit
Ans:
Mrs. Sarojini Naidu
Explanation :
Mrs. Sarojini Naidu was the first Indian woman to become the President of the Indian National Congress and the first woman to become the Governor of Uttar Pradesh.
[7] After question hour, a motion moved by a Member of Parliament to draw the attention of Executive for discussing a definite matter of public importance is-
A.
Privilege motion
B.
Calling attention Motion
C.
Adjournment motion
D.
No-confidence motion
Ans:
Adjournment motion
Explanation :
Adjournment motion is moved by a member when it is desired to draw the attention of the Executive for the purpose of discussing a definite matter of urgent public importance. It is an extraordinary procedure which, if admitted, leads to setting aside the normal business of the House for discussing a definite matter of urgent public importance.
[8] The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by the –
A.
President of India
B.
Prime Minister of India
C.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. PAC is formed every year with strength of not more than 22 members of which 15 are from Lok Sabha and 7 from Rajya Sabha.
[9] Which one of the following liberties is not embodied in the Preamble to the Constitution of India?
A.
Liberty of thought
B.
Liberty of expression
C.
Liberty of belief
D.
Economic liberty
Ans:
Economic liberty
Explanation :
The Preamble secures to all citizens of India liberty of thought, expression, belief, faith and worship, through their Fundamental Rights, enforceable in the court of law, in case of violation. Liberty, as elaborated in the Preamble, is essential for the successful functioning of the Indian democratic system. However, liberty does not mean ‘license’ to do what one likes, and has to be enjoyed within the limitations mentioned in the Constitution itself. Economic liberty is not explicitly mentioned in the Preamble.
[10] Which one of the following words was not included in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution in 1975?
A.
Fraternity
B.
Sovereign
C.
Equality
D.
Integrity
Ans:
Integrity
Explanation :
The Preamble declares that fraternity has to assure two things—the dignity of the individual and the unity and integrity of the nation. The word ‘integrity’ has been added to the preamble by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment (1976).
[11] Which High Court has jurisdiction over the State of Arunachal Pradesh?
A.
Guwahati
B.
Mumbai
C.
Kolkata
D.
Chandigarh
Ans:
Guwahati
Explanation :
The Guwahati High Court was established on 1 March, 1948 after the Government of India Act 1935 was passed. It was originally known as the High Court of Assam and Nagaland, but renamed as Gauhati High Court in 1971.
[12] Which among the following Union Territory has a Judicial Commissioner?
A.
Pondicherry
B.
Andaman & Nicobar Islands
C.
Daman & Diu
D.
Lakshadweep
Ans:
Daman & Diu
Explanation :
Act no. 16 of 1964 is an act to declare the judicial commissioner's court for Goa, Daman and Diu [16th may, 1964].
[13] Which one of the following Articles of the Constitution of India lays down that no citizen can be denied the use of wells, tanks and bathing Ghats maintained out of State funds?
A.
Article 14
B.
Article 15
C.
Article 16
D.
Article 17
Ans:
Article 15
Explanation :
Article 15 states Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth. No citizen shall, on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth or any of them, be subject to any disability, liability, restriction or condition with regard to- (1) access to shops, public restaurants, hotels and places of public entertainment; or (2) the use of wells, tanks, bathing ghats, roads and places of public resort maintained wholly or partly out of State funds or dedicated to the use of the general public.
[14] The right to nominate members to the Rajya Sabha rests with –
A.
The President
B.
The Vice President
C.
The Judiciary
D.
The Lok Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha membership is limited to 250 members, 12 of whom are nominated by the President of India for their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
[15] The minimum age for a person to seek election to Lok Sabha is –
A.
21 years
B.
25 years
C.
30 years
D.
35 years
Ans:
25 years
Explanation :
The minimum age for a person to become a member of Rajya Sabha is 30 years. The minimum qualifying age for membership of the Lok Sabha is 25 years. Note : Dushyant Chautala is the Youngest Member of Parliament till date. He is the youngest ever elected member or Parliament in the history of India and holds a record in timca Book of Records.
[16] According to which Article of Constitution of India, the Chief Minister is appointed by the Governor of A State?
A.
Article 163
B.
Article 164
C.
Article 165
D.
Article 166
Ans:
Article 164
Explanation :
Under Article 164 of Constitution of India, the chief minister is appointed by the governor of a state.
[17] Flow many times the President of India can seek reelection to his post?
A.
Once
B.
2 times
C.
3 times
D.
Any number of times
Ans:
Any number of times
Explanation :
The President of India can opt for re-election as many times as he wishes. Rajendra Prasad was the only president to have been elected twice for the office. There is neither any bar on re-election In the Indian Constitution, nor does it mention the number of times the same person can be elected to the top most office in India. Historically, ruling party (majority in the Lok Sabha) nominees have been elected and run largely uncontested. Incumbents are permitted to stand for re-election, but unlike the president of the United States, who can be elected just twice, incumbents can be elected for any number of terms.
[18] Which of the following appointments is not made by the President of India?
A.
Speakerof the Lok Sabha
B.
Chief Justice of India
C.
Chief of Air Staff
D.
Chief of Army
Ans:
Speakerof the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Speaker is the presiding officer of the lower house of Parliament of India. The speaker is elected in the very first meeting of the Lok Sabha after the general elections for a term of 5 years from amongst the members of the Lok Sabha. He/she is supposed to resign from his/her original party because as a speaker, he/she has to remain impartial.
[19] The Constitution of India lays down that the two Houses of Parliament must be summoned at least –
A.
four times a year
B.
thrice a year
C.
twice a year
D.
once a year
Ans:
twice a year
Explanation :
The period during which the House meets to conduct its business is called a session. The Constitution empowers the President to summon each House at such intervals that there should not be more than 6 month's gap between the two sessions. Hence the Parliament must meet at least twice a year.
[20] In which year Supreme Court of India came into being?
A.
1937 January 28
B.
1947 January 28
C.
1950 January 28
D.
1949 January 28
Ans:
1950 January 28
Explanation :
On the 28th of January, 1950, two days after India became a Sovereign Democratic Republic, the Supreme Court came into being. The inauguration took place in the Chamber of Princes in the Parliament building which also housed India's Parliament, consisting of the Council of States and the House of the People.
[21] Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in which of the following articles of Indian Constitution?
A.
Article 131
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 148
Ans:
Article 131
Explanation :
Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in Article 131 of the Indian Constitution. The Supreme Court shall, to the exclusion of any other court, have original jurisdiction in any dispute (a) between the Government of India and one or more States; or (b) between the Government of India and any State or States on one side and one or more other States on the other; or (c) between two or more States,
[22] Which article of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court?
A.
Article 129
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 32
Ans:
Article 143
Explanation :
Article 143 of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court.
[23] How many fundamental duties are there in our Indian Constitution?
A.
11
B.
9
C.
12
D.
8
Ans:
11
Explanation :
Originally ten in number, the Fundamental Duties were increased to eleven by the 86th Amendment in 2002, which added a duty on every parent or guardian to ensure that their child or ward was provided opportunities for education between the ages of six and fourteen years. The Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976.
[24] The concept of Directive Principles of State Policy in Indian Constitution is adopted from that of -
A.
Irish
B.
US
C.
USSR and China
D.
Japan and Korea
Ans:
Irish
Explanation :
The Directive Principles of State Policy, embodied in Part IV of the Constitution, was borrowed from the Irish Constitution. They are directions given to the State to guide the establishment of an economic and social democracy, as proposed by the Preamble.
[25] Which one of the following writs literally means 'what is your anthority'?
A.
Habeas Corpus
B.
Certiorari
C.
Quo Warranto
D.
Prohibition
Ans:
Quo Warranto
Explanation :
Quo warranto (Medieval Latin for "by what warrant?") is a prerogative writ requiring the person to whom it is directed to show what authority they have for exercising some right or power (or "franchise") they claim to hold. It is a legal proceeding during which an individual's right to hold an office or governmental privilege is challenged.
Explanation :
The Governors and Lieutenant-Governors are appointed by the President for a term of 5 years. The term of Governor's office is normally 5 years but it can be terminated earlier by dismissal by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister of the country, at whose pleasure the Governor holds office; and resignation by the governor. There is no provision of impeachment, as it happens for the President.
[6] Who was the first Woman Governor of a State in free India from out of the following?
A.
Mrs. Sarojini Naidu
B.
Mrs. Sucheta Kriphmi
C.
Mrs. Indira Gandhi
D.
Mrs. Vijay Laxrni Pandit
Ans:
Mrs. Sarojini Naidu
Explanation :
Mrs. Sarojini Naidu was the first Indian woman to become the President of the Indian National Congress and the first woman to become the Governor of Uttar Pradesh.
[7] After question hour, a motion moved by a Member of Parliament to draw the attention of Executive for discussing a definite matter of public importance is-
A.
Privilege motion
B.
Calling attention Motion
C.
Adjournment motion
D.
No-confidence motion
Ans:
Adjournment motion
Explanation :
Adjournment motion is moved by a member when it is desired to draw the attention of the Executive for the purpose of discussing a definite matter of urgent public importance. It is an extraordinary procedure which, if admitted, leads to setting aside the normal business of the House for discussing a definite matter of urgent public importance.
[8] The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by the –
A.
President of India
B.
Prime Minister of India
C.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. PAC is formed every year with strength of not more than 22 members of which 15 are from Lok Sabha and 7 from Rajya Sabha.
[9] Which one of the following liberties is not embodied in the Preamble to the Constitution of India?
A.
Liberty of thought
B.
Liberty of expression
C.
Liberty of belief
D.
Economic liberty
Ans:
Economic liberty
Explanation :
The Preamble secures to all citizens of India liberty of thought, expression, belief, faith and worship, through their Fundamental Rights, enforceable in the court of law, in case of violation. Liberty, as elaborated in the Preamble, is essential for the successful functioning of the Indian democratic system. However, liberty does not mean ‘license’ to do what one likes, and has to be enjoyed within the limitations mentioned in the Constitution itself. Economic liberty is not explicitly mentioned in the Preamble.
[10] Which one of the following words was not included in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution in 1975?
A.
Fraternity
B.
Sovereign
C.
Equality
D.
Integrity
Ans:
Integrity
Explanation :
The Preamble declares that fraternity has to assure two things—the dignity of the individual and the unity and integrity of the nation. The word ‘integrity’ has been added to the preamble by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment (1976).
[11] Which High Court has jurisdiction over the State of Arunachal Pradesh?
A.
Guwahati
B.
Mumbai
C.
Kolkata
D.
Chandigarh
Ans:
Guwahati
Explanation :
The Guwahati High Court was established on 1 March, 1948 after the Government of India Act 1935 was passed. It was originally known as the High Court of Assam and Nagaland, but renamed as Gauhati High Court in 1971.
[12] Which among the following Union Territory has a Judicial Commissioner?
A.
Pondicherry
B.
Andaman & Nicobar Islands
C.
Daman & Diu
D.
Lakshadweep
Ans:
Daman & Diu
Explanation :
Act no. 16 of 1964 is an act to declare the judicial commissioner's court for Goa, Daman and Diu [16th may, 1964].
[13] Which one of the following Articles of the Constitution of India lays down that no citizen can be denied the use of wells, tanks and bathing Ghats maintained out of State funds?
A.
Article 14
B.
Article 15
C.
Article 16
D.
Article 17
Ans:
Article 15
Explanation :
Article 15 states Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth. No citizen shall, on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth or any of them, be subject to any disability, liability, restriction or condition with regard to- (1) access to shops, public restaurants, hotels and places of public entertainment; or (2) the use of wells, tanks, bathing ghats, roads and places of public resort maintained wholly or partly out of State funds or dedicated to the use of the general public.
[14] The right to nominate members to the Rajya Sabha rests with –
A.
The President
B.
The Vice President
C.
The Judiciary
D.
The Lok Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha membership is limited to 250 members, 12 of whom are nominated by the President of India for their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
[15] The minimum age for a person to seek election to Lok Sabha is –
A.
21 years
B.
25 years
C.
30 years
D.
35 years
Ans:
25 years
Explanation :
The minimum age for a person to become a member of Rajya Sabha is 30 years. The minimum qualifying age for membership of the Lok Sabha is 25 years. Note : Dushyant Chautala is the Youngest Member of Parliament till date. He is the youngest ever elected member or Parliament in the history of India and holds a record in timca Book of Records.
[16] According to which Article of Constitution of India, the Chief Minister is appointed by the Governor of A State?
A.
Article 163
B.
Article 164
C.
Article 165
D.
Article 166
Ans:
Article 164
Explanation :
Under Article 164 of Constitution of India, the chief minister is appointed by the governor of a state.
[17] Flow many times the President of India can seek reelection to his post?
A.
Once
B.
2 times
C.
3 times
D.
Any number of times
Ans:
Any number of times
Explanation :
The President of India can opt for re-election as many times as he wishes. Rajendra Prasad was the only president to have been elected twice for the office. There is neither any bar on re-election In the Indian Constitution, nor does it mention the number of times the same person can be elected to the top most office in India. Historically, ruling party (majority in the Lok Sabha) nominees have been elected and run largely uncontested. Incumbents are permitted to stand for re-election, but unlike the president of the United States, who can be elected just twice, incumbents can be elected for any number of terms.
[18] Which of the following appointments is not made by the President of India?
A.
Speakerof the Lok Sabha
B.
Chief Justice of India
C.
Chief of Air Staff
D.
Chief of Army
Ans:
Speakerof the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Speaker is the presiding officer of the lower house of Parliament of India. The speaker is elected in the very first meeting of the Lok Sabha after the general elections for a term of 5 years from amongst the members of the Lok Sabha. He/she is supposed to resign from his/her original party because as a speaker, he/she has to remain impartial.
[19] The Constitution of India lays down that the two Houses of Parliament must be summoned at least –
A.
four times a year
B.
thrice a year
C.
twice a year
D.
once a year
Ans:
twice a year
Explanation :
The period during which the House meets to conduct its business is called a session. The Constitution empowers the President to summon each House at such intervals that there should not be more than 6 month's gap between the two sessions. Hence the Parliament must meet at least twice a year.
[20] In which year Supreme Court of India came into being?
A.
1937 January 28
B.
1947 January 28
C.
1950 January 28
D.
1949 January 28
Ans:
1950 January 28
Explanation :
On the 28th of January, 1950, two days after India became a Sovereign Democratic Republic, the Supreme Court came into being. The inauguration took place in the Chamber of Princes in the Parliament building which also housed India's Parliament, consisting of the Council of States and the House of the People.
[21] Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in which of the following articles of Indian Constitution?
A.
Article 131
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 148
Ans:
Article 131
Explanation :
Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in Article 131 of the Indian Constitution. The Supreme Court shall, to the exclusion of any other court, have original jurisdiction in any dispute (a) between the Government of India and one or more States; or (b) between the Government of India and any State or States on one side and one or more other States on the other; or (c) between two or more States,
[22] Which article of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court?
A.
Article 129
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 32
Ans:
Article 143
Explanation :
Article 143 of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court.
[23] How many fundamental duties are there in our Indian Constitution?
A.
11
B.
9
C.
12
D.
8
Ans:
11
Explanation :
Originally ten in number, the Fundamental Duties were increased to eleven by the 86th Amendment in 2002, which added a duty on every parent or guardian to ensure that their child or ward was provided opportunities for education between the ages of six and fourteen years. The Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976.
[24] The concept of Directive Principles of State Policy in Indian Constitution is adopted from that of -
A.
Irish
B.
US
C.
USSR and China
D.
Japan and Korea
Ans:
Irish
Explanation :
The Directive Principles of State Policy, embodied in Part IV of the Constitution, was borrowed from the Irish Constitution. They are directions given to the State to guide the establishment of an economic and social democracy, as proposed by the Preamble.
[25] Which one of the following writs literally means 'what is your anthority'?
A.
Habeas Corpus
B.
Certiorari
C.
Quo Warranto
D.
Prohibition
Ans:
Quo Warranto
Explanation :
Quo warranto (Medieval Latin for "by what warrant?") is a prerogative writ requiring the person to whom it is directed to show what authority they have for exercising some right or power (or "franchise") they claim to hold. It is a legal proceeding during which an individual's right to hold an office or governmental privilege is challenged.
Explanation :
Adjournment motion is moved by a member when it is desired to draw the attention of the Executive for the purpose of discussing a definite matter of urgent public importance. It is an extraordinary procedure which, if admitted, leads to setting aside the normal business of the House for discussing a definite matter of urgent public importance.
[8] The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by the –
A.
President of India
B.
Prime Minister of India
C.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. PAC is formed every year with strength of not more than 22 members of which 15 are from Lok Sabha and 7 from Rajya Sabha.
[9] Which one of the following liberties is not embodied in the Preamble to the Constitution of India?
A.
Liberty of thought
B.
Liberty of expression
C.
Liberty of belief
D.
Economic liberty
Ans:
Economic liberty
Explanation :
The Preamble secures to all citizens of India liberty of thought, expression, belief, faith and worship, through their Fundamental Rights, enforceable in the court of law, in case of violation. Liberty, as elaborated in the Preamble, is essential for the successful functioning of the Indian democratic system. However, liberty does not mean ‘license’ to do what one likes, and has to be enjoyed within the limitations mentioned in the Constitution itself. Economic liberty is not explicitly mentioned in the Preamble.
[10] Which one of the following words was not included in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution in 1975?
A.
Fraternity
B.
Sovereign
C.
Equality
D.
Integrity
Ans:
Integrity
Explanation :
The Preamble declares that fraternity has to assure two things—the dignity of the individual and the unity and integrity of the nation. The word ‘integrity’ has been added to the preamble by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment (1976).
[11] Which High Court has jurisdiction over the State of Arunachal Pradesh?
A.
Guwahati
B.
Mumbai
C.
Kolkata
D.
Chandigarh
Ans:
Guwahati
Explanation :
The Guwahati High Court was established on 1 March, 1948 after the Government of India Act 1935 was passed. It was originally known as the High Court of Assam and Nagaland, but renamed as Gauhati High Court in 1971.
[12] Which among the following Union Territory has a Judicial Commissioner?
A.
Pondicherry
B.
Andaman & Nicobar Islands
C.
Daman & Diu
D.
Lakshadweep
Ans:
Daman & Diu
Explanation :
Act no. 16 of 1964 is an act to declare the judicial commissioner's court for Goa, Daman and Diu [16th may, 1964].
[13] Which one of the following Articles of the Constitution of India lays down that no citizen can be denied the use of wells, tanks and bathing Ghats maintained out of State funds?
A.
Article 14
B.
Article 15
C.
Article 16
D.
Article 17
Ans:
Article 15
Explanation :
Article 15 states Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth. No citizen shall, on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth or any of them, be subject to any disability, liability, restriction or condition with regard to- (1) access to shops, public restaurants, hotels and places of public entertainment; or (2) the use of wells, tanks, bathing ghats, roads and places of public resort maintained wholly or partly out of State funds or dedicated to the use of the general public.
[14] The right to nominate members to the Rajya Sabha rests with –
A.
The President
B.
The Vice President
C.
The Judiciary
D.
The Lok Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha membership is limited to 250 members, 12 of whom are nominated by the President of India for their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
[15] The minimum age for a person to seek election to Lok Sabha is –
A.
21 years
B.
25 years
C.
30 years
D.
35 years
Ans:
25 years
Explanation :
The minimum age for a person to become a member of Rajya Sabha is 30 years. The minimum qualifying age for membership of the Lok Sabha is 25 years. Note : Dushyant Chautala is the Youngest Member of Parliament till date. He is the youngest ever elected member or Parliament in the history of India and holds a record in timca Book of Records.
[16] According to which Article of Constitution of India, the Chief Minister is appointed by the Governor of A State?
A.
Article 163
B.
Article 164
C.
Article 165
D.
Article 166
Ans:
Article 164
Explanation :
Under Article 164 of Constitution of India, the chief minister is appointed by the governor of a state.
[17] Flow many times the President of India can seek reelection to his post?
A.
Once
B.
2 times
C.
3 times
D.
Any number of times
Ans:
Any number of times
Explanation :
The President of India can opt for re-election as many times as he wishes. Rajendra Prasad was the only president to have been elected twice for the office. There is neither any bar on re-election In the Indian Constitution, nor does it mention the number of times the same person can be elected to the top most office in India. Historically, ruling party (majority in the Lok Sabha) nominees have been elected and run largely uncontested. Incumbents are permitted to stand for re-election, but unlike the president of the United States, who can be elected just twice, incumbents can be elected for any number of terms.
[18] Which of the following appointments is not made by the President of India?
A.
Speakerof the Lok Sabha
B.
Chief Justice of India
C.
Chief of Air Staff
D.
Chief of Army
Ans:
Speakerof the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Speaker is the presiding officer of the lower house of Parliament of India. The speaker is elected in the very first meeting of the Lok Sabha after the general elections for a term of 5 years from amongst the members of the Lok Sabha. He/she is supposed to resign from his/her original party because as a speaker, he/she has to remain impartial.
[19] The Constitution of India lays down that the two Houses of Parliament must be summoned at least –
A.
four times a year
B.
thrice a year
C.
twice a year
D.
once a year
Ans:
twice a year
Explanation :
The period during which the House meets to conduct its business is called a session. The Constitution empowers the President to summon each House at such intervals that there should not be more than 6 month's gap between the two sessions. Hence the Parliament must meet at least twice a year.
[20] In which year Supreme Court of India came into being?
A.
1937 January 28
B.
1947 January 28
C.
1950 January 28
D.
1949 January 28
Ans:
1950 January 28
Explanation :
On the 28th of January, 1950, two days after India became a Sovereign Democratic Republic, the Supreme Court came into being. The inauguration took place in the Chamber of Princes in the Parliament building which also housed India's Parliament, consisting of the Council of States and the House of the People.
[21] Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in which of the following articles of Indian Constitution?
A.
Article 131
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 148
Ans:
Article 131
Explanation :
Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in Article 131 of the Indian Constitution. The Supreme Court shall, to the exclusion of any other court, have original jurisdiction in any dispute (a) between the Government of India and one or more States; or (b) between the Government of India and any State or States on one side and one or more other States on the other; or (c) between two or more States,
[22] Which article of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court?
A.
Article 129
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 32
Ans:
Article 143
Explanation :
Article 143 of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court.
[23] How many fundamental duties are there in our Indian Constitution?
A.
11
B.
9
C.
12
D.
8
Ans:
11
Explanation :
Originally ten in number, the Fundamental Duties were increased to eleven by the 86th Amendment in 2002, which added a duty on every parent or guardian to ensure that their child or ward was provided opportunities for education between the ages of six and fourteen years. The Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976.
[24] The concept of Directive Principles of State Policy in Indian Constitution is adopted from that of -
A.
Irish
B.
US
C.
USSR and China
D.
Japan and Korea
Ans:
Irish
Explanation :
The Directive Principles of State Policy, embodied in Part IV of the Constitution, was borrowed from the Irish Constitution. They are directions given to the State to guide the establishment of an economic and social democracy, as proposed by the Preamble.
[25] Which one of the following writs literally means 'what is your anthority'?
A.
Habeas Corpus
B.
Certiorari
C.
Quo Warranto
D.
Prohibition
Ans:
Quo Warranto
Explanation :
Quo warranto (Medieval Latin for "by what warrant?") is a prerogative writ requiring the person to whom it is directed to show what authority they have for exercising some right or power (or "franchise") they claim to hold. It is a legal proceeding during which an individual's right to hold an office or governmental privilege is challenged.
Explanation :
The Preamble secures to all citizens of India liberty of thought, expression, belief, faith and worship, through their Fundamental Rights, enforceable in the court of law, in case of violation. Liberty, as elaborated in the Preamble, is essential for the successful functioning of the Indian democratic system. However, liberty does not mean ‘license’ to do what one likes, and has to be enjoyed within the limitations mentioned in the Constitution itself. Economic liberty is not explicitly mentioned in the Preamble.
[10] Which one of the following words was not included in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution in 1975?
A.
Fraternity
B.
Sovereign
C.
Equality
D.
Integrity
Ans:
Integrity
Explanation :
The Preamble declares that fraternity has to assure two things—the dignity of the individual and the unity and integrity of the nation. The word ‘integrity’ has been added to the preamble by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment (1976).
[11] Which High Court has jurisdiction over the State of Arunachal Pradesh?
A.
Guwahati
B.
Mumbai
C.
Kolkata
D.
Chandigarh
Ans:
Guwahati
Explanation :
The Guwahati High Court was established on 1 March, 1948 after the Government of India Act 1935 was passed. It was originally known as the High Court of Assam and Nagaland, but renamed as Gauhati High Court in 1971.
[12] Which among the following Union Territory has a Judicial Commissioner?
A.
Pondicherry
B.
Andaman & Nicobar Islands
C.
Daman & Diu
D.
Lakshadweep
Ans:
Daman & Diu
Explanation :
Act no. 16 of 1964 is an act to declare the judicial commissioner's court for Goa, Daman and Diu [16th may, 1964].
[13] Which one of the following Articles of the Constitution of India lays down that no citizen can be denied the use of wells, tanks and bathing Ghats maintained out of State funds?
A.
Article 14
B.
Article 15
C.
Article 16
D.
Article 17
Ans:
Article 15
Explanation :
Article 15 states Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth. No citizen shall, on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth or any of them, be subject to any disability, liability, restriction or condition with regard to- (1) access to shops, public restaurants, hotels and places of public entertainment; or (2) the use of wells, tanks, bathing ghats, roads and places of public resort maintained wholly or partly out of State funds or dedicated to the use of the general public.
[14] The right to nominate members to the Rajya Sabha rests with –
A.
The President
B.
The Vice President
C.
The Judiciary
D.
The Lok Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha membership is limited to 250 members, 12 of whom are nominated by the President of India for their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
[15] The minimum age for a person to seek election to Lok Sabha is –
A.
21 years
B.
25 years
C.
30 years
D.
35 years
Ans:
25 years
Explanation :
The minimum age for a person to become a member of Rajya Sabha is 30 years. The minimum qualifying age for membership of the Lok Sabha is 25 years. Note : Dushyant Chautala is the Youngest Member of Parliament till date. He is the youngest ever elected member or Parliament in the history of India and holds a record in timca Book of Records.
[16] According to which Article of Constitution of India, the Chief Minister is appointed by the Governor of A State?
A.
Article 163
B.
Article 164
C.
Article 165
D.
Article 166
Ans:
Article 164
Explanation :
Under Article 164 of Constitution of India, the chief minister is appointed by the governor of a state.
[17] Flow many times the President of India can seek reelection to his post?
A.
Once
B.
2 times
C.
3 times
D.
Any number of times
Ans:
Any number of times
Explanation :
The President of India can opt for re-election as many times as he wishes. Rajendra Prasad was the only president to have been elected twice for the office. There is neither any bar on re-election In the Indian Constitution, nor does it mention the number of times the same person can be elected to the top most office in India. Historically, ruling party (majority in the Lok Sabha) nominees have been elected and run largely uncontested. Incumbents are permitted to stand for re-election, but unlike the president of the United States, who can be elected just twice, incumbents can be elected for any number of terms.
[18] Which of the following appointments is not made by the President of India?
A.
Speakerof the Lok Sabha
B.
Chief Justice of India
C.
Chief of Air Staff
D.
Chief of Army
Ans:
Speakerof the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Speaker is the presiding officer of the lower house of Parliament of India. The speaker is elected in the very first meeting of the Lok Sabha after the general elections for a term of 5 years from amongst the members of the Lok Sabha. He/she is supposed to resign from his/her original party because as a speaker, he/she has to remain impartial.
[19] The Constitution of India lays down that the two Houses of Parliament must be summoned at least –
A.
four times a year
B.
thrice a year
C.
twice a year
D.
once a year
Ans:
twice a year
Explanation :
The period during which the House meets to conduct its business is called a session. The Constitution empowers the President to summon each House at such intervals that there should not be more than 6 month's gap between the two sessions. Hence the Parliament must meet at least twice a year.
[20] In which year Supreme Court of India came into being?
A.
1937 January 28
B.
1947 January 28
C.
1950 January 28
D.
1949 January 28
Ans:
1950 January 28
Explanation :
On the 28th of January, 1950, two days after India became a Sovereign Democratic Republic, the Supreme Court came into being. The inauguration took place in the Chamber of Princes in the Parliament building which also housed India's Parliament, consisting of the Council of States and the House of the People.
[21] Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in which of the following articles of Indian Constitution?
A.
Article 131
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 148
Ans:
Article 131
Explanation :
Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in Article 131 of the Indian Constitution. The Supreme Court shall, to the exclusion of any other court, have original jurisdiction in any dispute (a) between the Government of India and one or more States; or (b) between the Government of India and any State or States on one side and one or more other States on the other; or (c) between two or more States,
[22] Which article of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court?
A.
Article 129
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 32
Ans:
Article 143
Explanation :
Article 143 of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court.
[23] How many fundamental duties are there in our Indian Constitution?
A.
11
B.
9
C.
12
D.
8
Ans:
11
Explanation :
Originally ten in number, the Fundamental Duties were increased to eleven by the 86th Amendment in 2002, which added a duty on every parent or guardian to ensure that their child or ward was provided opportunities for education between the ages of six and fourteen years. The Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976.
[24] The concept of Directive Principles of State Policy in Indian Constitution is adopted from that of -
A.
Irish
B.
US
C.
USSR and China
D.
Japan and Korea
Ans:
Irish
Explanation :
The Directive Principles of State Policy, embodied in Part IV of the Constitution, was borrowed from the Irish Constitution. They are directions given to the State to guide the establishment of an economic and social democracy, as proposed by the Preamble.
[25] Which one of the following writs literally means 'what is your anthority'?
A.
Habeas Corpus
B.
Certiorari
C.
Quo Warranto
D.
Prohibition
Ans:
Quo Warranto
Explanation :
Quo warranto (Medieval Latin for "by what warrant?") is a prerogative writ requiring the person to whom it is directed to show what authority they have for exercising some right or power (or "franchise") they claim to hold. It is a legal proceeding during which an individual's right to hold an office or governmental privilege is challenged.
Explanation :
The Guwahati High Court was established on 1 March, 1948 after the Government of India Act 1935 was passed. It was originally known as the High Court of Assam and Nagaland, but renamed as Gauhati High Court in 1971.
[12] Which among the following Union Territory has a Judicial Commissioner?
A.
Pondicherry
B.
Andaman & Nicobar Islands
C.
Daman & Diu
D.
Lakshadweep
Ans:
Daman & Diu
Explanation :
Act no. 16 of 1964 is an act to declare the judicial commissioner's court for Goa, Daman and Diu [16th may, 1964].
[13] Which one of the following Articles of the Constitution of India lays down that no citizen can be denied the use of wells, tanks and bathing Ghats maintained out of State funds?
A.
Article 14
B.
Article 15
C.
Article 16
D.
Article 17
Ans:
Article 15
Explanation :
Article 15 states Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth. No citizen shall, on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth or any of them, be subject to any disability, liability, restriction or condition with regard to- (1) access to shops, public restaurants, hotels and places of public entertainment; or (2) the use of wells, tanks, bathing ghats, roads and places of public resort maintained wholly or partly out of State funds or dedicated to the use of the general public.
[14] The right to nominate members to the Rajya Sabha rests with –
A.
The President
B.
The Vice President
C.
The Judiciary
D.
The Lok Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha membership is limited to 250 members, 12 of whom are nominated by the President of India for their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
[15] The minimum age for a person to seek election to Lok Sabha is –
A.
21 years
B.
25 years
C.
30 years
D.
35 years
Ans:
25 years
Explanation :
The minimum age for a person to become a member of Rajya Sabha is 30 years. The minimum qualifying age for membership of the Lok Sabha is 25 years. Note : Dushyant Chautala is the Youngest Member of Parliament till date. He is the youngest ever elected member or Parliament in the history of India and holds a record in timca Book of Records.
[16] According to which Article of Constitution of India, the Chief Minister is appointed by the Governor of A State?
A.
Article 163
B.
Article 164
C.
Article 165
D.
Article 166
Ans:
Article 164
Explanation :
Under Article 164 of Constitution of India, the chief minister is appointed by the governor of a state.
[17] Flow many times the President of India can seek reelection to his post?
A.
Once
B.
2 times
C.
3 times
D.
Any number of times
Ans:
Any number of times
Explanation :
The President of India can opt for re-election as many times as he wishes. Rajendra Prasad was the only president to have been elected twice for the office. There is neither any bar on re-election In the Indian Constitution, nor does it mention the number of times the same person can be elected to the top most office in India. Historically, ruling party (majority in the Lok Sabha) nominees have been elected and run largely uncontested. Incumbents are permitted to stand for re-election, but unlike the president of the United States, who can be elected just twice, incumbents can be elected for any number of terms.
[18] Which of the following appointments is not made by the President of India?
A.
Speakerof the Lok Sabha
B.
Chief Justice of India
C.
Chief of Air Staff
D.
Chief of Army
Ans:
Speakerof the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Speaker is the presiding officer of the lower house of Parliament of India. The speaker is elected in the very first meeting of the Lok Sabha after the general elections for a term of 5 years from amongst the members of the Lok Sabha. He/she is supposed to resign from his/her original party because as a speaker, he/she has to remain impartial.
[19] The Constitution of India lays down that the two Houses of Parliament must be summoned at least –
A.
four times a year
B.
thrice a year
C.
twice a year
D.
once a year
Ans:
twice a year
Explanation :
The period during which the House meets to conduct its business is called a session. The Constitution empowers the President to summon each House at such intervals that there should not be more than 6 month's gap between the two sessions. Hence the Parliament must meet at least twice a year.
[20] In which year Supreme Court of India came into being?
A.
1937 January 28
B.
1947 January 28
C.
1950 January 28
D.
1949 January 28
Ans:
1950 January 28
Explanation :
On the 28th of January, 1950, two days after India became a Sovereign Democratic Republic, the Supreme Court came into being. The inauguration took place in the Chamber of Princes in the Parliament building which also housed India's Parliament, consisting of the Council of States and the House of the People.
[21] Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in which of the following articles of Indian Constitution?
A.
Article 131
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 148
Ans:
Article 131
Explanation :
Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in Article 131 of the Indian Constitution. The Supreme Court shall, to the exclusion of any other court, have original jurisdiction in any dispute (a) between the Government of India and one or more States; or (b) between the Government of India and any State or States on one side and one or more other States on the other; or (c) between two or more States,
[22] Which article of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court?
A.
Article 129
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 32
Ans:
Article 143
Explanation :
Article 143 of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court.
[23] How many fundamental duties are there in our Indian Constitution?
A.
11
B.
9
C.
12
D.
8
Ans:
11
Explanation :
Originally ten in number, the Fundamental Duties were increased to eleven by the 86th Amendment in 2002, which added a duty on every parent or guardian to ensure that their child or ward was provided opportunities for education between the ages of six and fourteen years. The Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976.
[24] The concept of Directive Principles of State Policy in Indian Constitution is adopted from that of -
A.
Irish
B.
US
C.
USSR and China
D.
Japan and Korea
Ans:
Irish
Explanation :
The Directive Principles of State Policy, embodied in Part IV of the Constitution, was borrowed from the Irish Constitution. They are directions given to the State to guide the establishment of an economic and social democracy, as proposed by the Preamble.
[25] Which one of the following writs literally means 'what is your anthority'?
A.
Habeas Corpus
B.
Certiorari
C.
Quo Warranto
D.
Prohibition
Ans:
Quo Warranto
Explanation :
Quo warranto (Medieval Latin for "by what warrant?") is a prerogative writ requiring the person to whom it is directed to show what authority they have for exercising some right or power (or "franchise") they claim to hold. It is a legal proceeding during which an individual's right to hold an office or governmental privilege is challenged.
Explanation :
Article 15 states Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth. No citizen shall, on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth or any of them, be subject to any disability, liability, restriction or condition with regard to- (1) access to shops, public restaurants, hotels and places of public entertainment; or (2) the use of wells, tanks, bathing ghats, roads and places of public resort maintained wholly or partly out of State funds or dedicated to the use of the general public.
[14] The right to nominate members to the Rajya Sabha rests with –
A.
The President
B.
The Vice President
C.
The Judiciary
D.
The Lok Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha membership is limited to 250 members, 12 of whom are nominated by the President of India for their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
[15] The minimum age for a person to seek election to Lok Sabha is –
A.
21 years
B.
25 years
C.
30 years
D.
35 years
Ans:
25 years
Explanation :
The minimum age for a person to become a member of Rajya Sabha is 30 years. The minimum qualifying age for membership of the Lok Sabha is 25 years. Note : Dushyant Chautala is the Youngest Member of Parliament till date. He is the youngest ever elected member or Parliament in the history of India and holds a record in timca Book of Records.
[16] According to which Article of Constitution of India, the Chief Minister is appointed by the Governor of A State?
A.
Article 163
B.
Article 164
C.
Article 165
D.
Article 166
Ans:
Article 164
Explanation :
Under Article 164 of Constitution of India, the chief minister is appointed by the governor of a state.
[17] Flow many times the President of India can seek reelection to his post?
A.
Once
B.
2 times
C.
3 times
D.
Any number of times
Ans:
Any number of times
Explanation :
The President of India can opt for re-election as many times as he wishes. Rajendra Prasad was the only president to have been elected twice for the office. There is neither any bar on re-election In the Indian Constitution, nor does it mention the number of times the same person can be elected to the top most office in India. Historically, ruling party (majority in the Lok Sabha) nominees have been elected and run largely uncontested. Incumbents are permitted to stand for re-election, but unlike the president of the United States, who can be elected just twice, incumbents can be elected for any number of terms.
[18] Which of the following appointments is not made by the President of India?
A.
Speakerof the Lok Sabha
B.
Chief Justice of India
C.
Chief of Air Staff
D.
Chief of Army
Ans:
Speakerof the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Speaker is the presiding officer of the lower house of Parliament of India. The speaker is elected in the very first meeting of the Lok Sabha after the general elections for a term of 5 years from amongst the members of the Lok Sabha. He/she is supposed to resign from his/her original party because as a speaker, he/she has to remain impartial.
[19] The Constitution of India lays down that the two Houses of Parliament must be summoned at least –
A.
four times a year
B.
thrice a year
C.
twice a year
D.
once a year
Ans:
twice a year
Explanation :
The period during which the House meets to conduct its business is called a session. The Constitution empowers the President to summon each House at such intervals that there should not be more than 6 month's gap between the two sessions. Hence the Parliament must meet at least twice a year.
[20] In which year Supreme Court of India came into being?
A.
1937 January 28
B.
1947 January 28
C.
1950 January 28
D.
1949 January 28
Ans:
1950 January 28
Explanation :
On the 28th of January, 1950, two days after India became a Sovereign Democratic Republic, the Supreme Court came into being. The inauguration took place in the Chamber of Princes in the Parliament building which also housed India's Parliament, consisting of the Council of States and the House of the People.
[21] Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in which of the following articles of Indian Constitution?
A.
Article 131
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 148
Ans:
Article 131
Explanation :
Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in Article 131 of the Indian Constitution. The Supreme Court shall, to the exclusion of any other court, have original jurisdiction in any dispute (a) between the Government of India and one or more States; or (b) between the Government of India and any State or States on one side and one or more other States on the other; or (c) between two or more States,
[22] Which article of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court?
A.
Article 129
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 32
Ans:
Article 143
Explanation :
Article 143 of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court.
[23] How many fundamental duties are there in our Indian Constitution?
A.
11
B.
9
C.
12
D.
8
Ans:
11
Explanation :
Originally ten in number, the Fundamental Duties were increased to eleven by the 86th Amendment in 2002, which added a duty on every parent or guardian to ensure that their child or ward was provided opportunities for education between the ages of six and fourteen years. The Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976.
[24] The concept of Directive Principles of State Policy in Indian Constitution is adopted from that of -
A.
Irish
B.
US
C.
USSR and China
D.
Japan and Korea
Ans:
Irish
Explanation :
The Directive Principles of State Policy, embodied in Part IV of the Constitution, was borrowed from the Irish Constitution. They are directions given to the State to guide the establishment of an economic and social democracy, as proposed by the Preamble.
[25] Which one of the following writs literally means 'what is your anthority'?
A.
Habeas Corpus
B.
Certiorari
C.
Quo Warranto
D.
Prohibition
Ans:
Quo Warranto
Explanation :
Quo warranto (Medieval Latin for "by what warrant?") is a prerogative writ requiring the person to whom it is directed to show what authority they have for exercising some right or power (or "franchise") they claim to hold. It is a legal proceeding during which an individual's right to hold an office or governmental privilege is challenged.
Explanation :
The minimum age for a person to become a member of Rajya Sabha is 30 years. The minimum qualifying age for membership of the Lok Sabha is 25 years. Note : Dushyant Chautala is the Youngest Member of Parliament till date. He is the youngest ever elected member or Parliament in the history of India and holds a record in timca Book of Records.
[16] According to which Article of Constitution of India, the Chief Minister is appointed by the Governor of A State?
A.
Article 163
B.
Article 164
C.
Article 165
D.
Article 166
Ans:
Article 164
Explanation :
Under Article 164 of Constitution of India, the chief minister is appointed by the governor of a state.
[17] Flow many times the President of India can seek reelection to his post?
A.
Once
B.
2 times
C.
3 times
D.
Any number of times
Ans:
Any number of times
Explanation :
The President of India can opt for re-election as many times as he wishes. Rajendra Prasad was the only president to have been elected twice for the office. There is neither any bar on re-election In the Indian Constitution, nor does it mention the number of times the same person can be elected to the top most office in India. Historically, ruling party (majority in the Lok Sabha) nominees have been elected and run largely uncontested. Incumbents are permitted to stand for re-election, but unlike the president of the United States, who can be elected just twice, incumbents can be elected for any number of terms.
[18] Which of the following appointments is not made by the President of India?
A.
Speakerof the Lok Sabha
B.
Chief Justice of India
C.
Chief of Air Staff
D.
Chief of Army
Ans:
Speakerof the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Speaker is the presiding officer of the lower house of Parliament of India. The speaker is elected in the very first meeting of the Lok Sabha after the general elections for a term of 5 years from amongst the members of the Lok Sabha. He/she is supposed to resign from his/her original party because as a speaker, he/she has to remain impartial.
[19] The Constitution of India lays down that the two Houses of Parliament must be summoned at least –
A.
four times a year
B.
thrice a year
C.
twice a year
D.
once a year
Ans:
twice a year
Explanation :
The period during which the House meets to conduct its business is called a session. The Constitution empowers the President to summon each House at such intervals that there should not be more than 6 month's gap between the two sessions. Hence the Parliament must meet at least twice a year.
[20] In which year Supreme Court of India came into being?
A.
1937 January 28
B.
1947 January 28
C.
1950 January 28
D.
1949 January 28
Ans:
1950 January 28
Explanation :
On the 28th of January, 1950, two days after India became a Sovereign Democratic Republic, the Supreme Court came into being. The inauguration took place in the Chamber of Princes in the Parliament building which also housed India's Parliament, consisting of the Council of States and the House of the People.
[21] Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in which of the following articles of Indian Constitution?
A.
Article 131
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 148
Ans:
Article 131
Explanation :
Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in Article 131 of the Indian Constitution. The Supreme Court shall, to the exclusion of any other court, have original jurisdiction in any dispute (a) between the Government of India and one or more States; or (b) between the Government of India and any State or States on one side and one or more other States on the other; or (c) between two or more States,
[22] Which article of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court?
A.
Article 129
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 32
Ans:
Article 143
Explanation :
Article 143 of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court.
[23] How many fundamental duties are there in our Indian Constitution?
A.
11
B.
9
C.
12
D.
8
Ans:
11
Explanation :
Originally ten in number, the Fundamental Duties were increased to eleven by the 86th Amendment in 2002, which added a duty on every parent or guardian to ensure that their child or ward was provided opportunities for education between the ages of six and fourteen years. The Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976.
[24] The concept of Directive Principles of State Policy in Indian Constitution is adopted from that of -
A.
Irish
B.
US
C.
USSR and China
D.
Japan and Korea
Ans:
Irish
Explanation :
The Directive Principles of State Policy, embodied in Part IV of the Constitution, was borrowed from the Irish Constitution. They are directions given to the State to guide the establishment of an economic and social democracy, as proposed by the Preamble.
[25] Which one of the following writs literally means 'what is your anthority'?
A.
Habeas Corpus
B.
Certiorari
C.
Quo Warranto
D.
Prohibition
Ans:
Quo Warranto
Explanation :
Quo warranto (Medieval Latin for "by what warrant?") is a prerogative writ requiring the person to whom it is directed to show what authority they have for exercising some right or power (or "franchise") they claim to hold. It is a legal proceeding during which an individual's right to hold an office or governmental privilege is challenged.
Explanation :
The President of India can opt for re-election as many times as he wishes. Rajendra Prasad was the only president to have been elected twice for the office. There is neither any bar on re-election In the Indian Constitution, nor does it mention the number of times the same person can be elected to the top most office in India. Historically, ruling party (majority in the Lok Sabha) nominees have been elected and run largely uncontested. Incumbents are permitted to stand for re-election, but unlike the president of the United States, who can be elected just twice, incumbents can be elected for any number of terms.
[18] Which of the following appointments is not made by the President of India?
A.
Speakerof the Lok Sabha
B.
Chief Justice of India
C.
Chief of Air Staff
D.
Chief of Army
Ans:
Speakerof the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Speaker is the presiding officer of the lower house of Parliament of India. The speaker is elected in the very first meeting of the Lok Sabha after the general elections for a term of 5 years from amongst the members of the Lok Sabha. He/she is supposed to resign from his/her original party because as a speaker, he/she has to remain impartial.
[19] The Constitution of India lays down that the two Houses of Parliament must be summoned at least –
A.
four times a year
B.
thrice a year
C.
twice a year
D.
once a year
Ans:
twice a year
Explanation :
The period during which the House meets to conduct its business is called a session. The Constitution empowers the President to summon each House at such intervals that there should not be more than 6 month's gap between the two sessions. Hence the Parliament must meet at least twice a year.
[20] In which year Supreme Court of India came into being?
A.
1937 January 28
B.
1947 January 28
C.
1950 January 28
D.
1949 January 28
Ans:
1950 January 28
Explanation :
On the 28th of January, 1950, two days after India became a Sovereign Democratic Republic, the Supreme Court came into being. The inauguration took place in the Chamber of Princes in the Parliament building which also housed India's Parliament, consisting of the Council of States and the House of the People.
[21] Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in which of the following articles of Indian Constitution?
A.
Article 131
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 148
Ans:
Article 131
Explanation :
Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in Article 131 of the Indian Constitution. The Supreme Court shall, to the exclusion of any other court, have original jurisdiction in any dispute (a) between the Government of India and one or more States; or (b) between the Government of India and any State or States on one side and one or more other States on the other; or (c) between two or more States,
[22] Which article of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court?
A.
Article 129
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 32
Ans:
Article 143
Explanation :
Article 143 of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court.
[23] How many fundamental duties are there in our Indian Constitution?
A.
11
B.
9
C.
12
D.
8
Ans:
11
Explanation :
Originally ten in number, the Fundamental Duties were increased to eleven by the 86th Amendment in 2002, which added a duty on every parent or guardian to ensure that their child or ward was provided opportunities for education between the ages of six and fourteen years. The Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976.
[24] The concept of Directive Principles of State Policy in Indian Constitution is adopted from that of -
A.
Irish
B.
US
C.
USSR and China
D.
Japan and Korea
Ans:
Irish
Explanation :
The Directive Principles of State Policy, embodied in Part IV of the Constitution, was borrowed from the Irish Constitution. They are directions given to the State to guide the establishment of an economic and social democracy, as proposed by the Preamble.
[25] Which one of the following writs literally means 'what is your anthority'?
A.
Habeas Corpus
B.
Certiorari
C.
Quo Warranto
D.
Prohibition
Ans:
Quo Warranto
Explanation :
Quo warranto (Medieval Latin for "by what warrant?") is a prerogative writ requiring the person to whom it is directed to show what authority they have for exercising some right or power (or "franchise") they claim to hold. It is a legal proceeding during which an individual's right to hold an office or governmental privilege is challenged.
Explanation :
The period during which the House meets to conduct its business is called a session. The Constitution empowers the President to summon each House at such intervals that there should not be more than 6 month's gap between the two sessions. Hence the Parliament must meet at least twice a year.
[20] In which year Supreme Court of India came into being?
A.
1937 January 28
B.
1947 January 28
C.
1950 January 28
D.
1949 January 28
Ans:
1950 January 28
Explanation :
On the 28th of January, 1950, two days after India became a Sovereign Democratic Republic, the Supreme Court came into being. The inauguration took place in the Chamber of Princes in the Parliament building which also housed India's Parliament, consisting of the Council of States and the House of the People.
[21] Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in which of the following articles of Indian Constitution?
A.
Article 131
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 148
Ans:
Article 131
Explanation :
Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in Article 131 of the Indian Constitution. The Supreme Court shall, to the exclusion of any other court, have original jurisdiction in any dispute (a) between the Government of India and one or more States; or (b) between the Government of India and any State or States on one side and one or more other States on the other; or (c) between two or more States,
[22] Which article of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court?
A.
Article 129
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 32
Ans:
Article 143
Explanation :
Article 143 of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court.
[23] How many fundamental duties are there in our Indian Constitution?
A.
11
B.
9
C.
12
D.
8
Ans:
11
Explanation :
Originally ten in number, the Fundamental Duties were increased to eleven by the 86th Amendment in 2002, which added a duty on every parent or guardian to ensure that their child or ward was provided opportunities for education between the ages of six and fourteen years. The Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976.
[24] The concept of Directive Principles of State Policy in Indian Constitution is adopted from that of -
A.
Irish
B.
US
C.
USSR and China
D.
Japan and Korea
Ans:
Irish
Explanation :
The Directive Principles of State Policy, embodied in Part IV of the Constitution, was borrowed from the Irish Constitution. They are directions given to the State to guide the establishment of an economic and social democracy, as proposed by the Preamble.
[25] Which one of the following writs literally means 'what is your anthority'?
A.
Habeas Corpus
B.
Certiorari
C.
Quo Warranto
D.
Prohibition
Ans:
Quo Warranto
Explanation :
Quo warranto (Medieval Latin for "by what warrant?") is a prerogative writ requiring the person to whom it is directed to show what authority they have for exercising some right or power (or "franchise") they claim to hold. It is a legal proceeding during which an individual's right to hold an office or governmental privilege is challenged.
Explanation :
Original jurisdiction of Supreme Court is mentioned in Article 131 of the Indian Constitution. The Supreme Court shall, to the exclusion of any other court, have original jurisdiction in any dispute (a) between the Government of India and one or more States; or (b) between the Government of India and any State or States on one side and one or more other States on the other; or (c) between two or more States,
[22] Which article of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court?
A.
Article 129
B.
Article 132
C.
Article 143
D.
Article 32
Ans:
Article 143
Explanation :
Article 143 of Indian Constitution provides an advisory jurisdiction to the Supreme Court.
[23] How many fundamental duties are there in our Indian Constitution?
A.
11
B.
9
C.
12
D.
8
Ans:
11
Explanation :
Originally ten in number, the Fundamental Duties were increased to eleven by the 86th Amendment in 2002, which added a duty on every parent or guardian to ensure that their child or ward was provided opportunities for education between the ages of six and fourteen years. The Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976.
[24] The concept of Directive Principles of State Policy in Indian Constitution is adopted from that of -
A.
Irish
B.
US
C.
USSR and China
D.
Japan and Korea
Ans:
Irish
Explanation :
The Directive Principles of State Policy, embodied in Part IV of the Constitution, was borrowed from the Irish Constitution. They are directions given to the State to guide the establishment of an economic and social democracy, as proposed by the Preamble.
[25] Which one of the following writs literally means 'what is your anthority'?
A.
Habeas Corpus
B.
Certiorari
C.
Quo Warranto
D.
Prohibition
Ans:
Quo Warranto
Explanation :
Quo warranto (Medieval Latin for "by what warrant?") is a prerogative writ requiring the person to whom it is directed to show what authority they have for exercising some right or power (or "franchise") they claim to hold. It is a legal proceeding during which an individual's right to hold an office or governmental privilege is challenged.
Explanation :
Originally ten in number, the Fundamental Duties were increased to eleven by the 86th Amendment in 2002, which added a duty on every parent or guardian to ensure that their child or ward was provided opportunities for education between the ages of six and fourteen years. The Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976.
[24] The concept of Directive Principles of State Policy in Indian Constitution is adopted from that of -
A.
Irish
B.
US
C.
USSR and China
D.
Japan and Korea
Ans:
Irish
Explanation :
The Directive Principles of State Policy, embodied in Part IV of the Constitution, was borrowed from the Irish Constitution. They are directions given to the State to guide the establishment of an economic and social democracy, as proposed by the Preamble.
[25] Which one of the following writs literally means 'what is your anthority'?
A.
Habeas Corpus
B.
Certiorari
C.
Quo Warranto
D.
Prohibition
Ans:
Quo Warranto
Explanation :
Quo warranto (Medieval Latin for "by what warrant?") is a prerogative writ requiring the person to whom it is directed to show what authority they have for exercising some right or power (or "franchise") they claim to hold. It is a legal proceeding during which an individual's right to hold an office or governmental privilege is challenged.
Explanation :
Quo warranto (Medieval Latin for "by what warrant?") is a prerogative writ requiring the person to whom it is directed to show what authority they have for exercising some right or power (or "franchise") they claim to hold. It is a legal proceeding during which an individual's right to hold an office or governmental privilege is challenged.