[1] Special status to Jammu and Kashmir is given by the Indian Constitution under the article –
A.
364
B.
368
C.
370
D.
377
Ans:
370
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution is a law that grants special autonomous status to Jammu and Kashmir. This article specifies that except for Defence, Foreign Affairs, Finance and Communications, the Indian Parliament needs the State Government's concurrence for applying all other laws. Thus the state's residents lived under a separate set of laws, including those related to citizenship, ownership of property, and fundamental rights, as compared to other Indians.
[2] The unification of Karnataka was achieved in the year –
A.
1956
B.
1957
C.
1958
D.
1960
Ans:
1956
Explanation :
The Unification of Karnataka refers to the formation of the Indian state of Karnataka, then named Mysore State, in 1956 when several Indian states were created by redrawing borders based on linguistic demographics. It took place on the basis of the recommendations of the Fatal All Committee.
[3] During Twelfth Five-Year Plan, which one of the following average annual growth rate targets was envisaged for agriculture and allied sector?
A.
3.0 percent
B.
3.5 percent
C.
4.0 percent
D.
4.5 percent
Ans:
4.0 percent
Explanation :
The average annual growth rate of agriculture and allied sector during the first four years of the current Five Year Plan period (2012-17) has been 1.6 per cent as against the 12th plan target of 4 per cent per annum.
[4] Chief Justice of the Supreme Court is appointed by the –
A.
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
B.
Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
C.
Prime Minister
D.
President
Ans:
President
Explanation :
The most senior judge In the Supreme Court is appointed by the President as the Chief Justice. Article 124 of the Constitution of India provides for the manner of appointing judges to the Supreme Court
[5] Who is the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?
A.
The President
B.
The Vice-President
C.
The Prime Minister
D.
The Speaker
Ans:
The Vice-President
Explanation :
The Vice President of India is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, who presides over its sessions.
[6] When did the Constituent Assembly adopt National Anthem?
A.
25th January 1950
B.
26th January 1950
C.
24th January 1950
D.
29th January 1950
Ans:
24th January 1950
Explanation :
"Jana Gana Mana,” the national anthem of India, was officially adopted by the Constituent Assembly as the Indian national anthem on 24 January 1950. Written in Sanskritized Bengali, it is the first of five stanzas of a Brahmo hymn composed by Rabindranath Tagore.
[7] Which committee was established on Criminal - Politician and Bureaucratic nexus?
A.
Vohra Committee
B.
Indrajit Gupta Committee
C.
Tarkunde Committee
D.
Santhanam Committee
Ans:
Vohra Committee
Explanation :
The Vohra Committee (1993) studied the criminalization of politics and nexus among criminals, politicians and bureaucrats in India. It concluded that the existing criminal justice system is unable to deal with the activities of the politicians, police and the criminals as the provisions of law are emerging weak enough to fracture this nexus.
[8] In which year was the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) enacted?
A.
2000
B.
2001
C.
2002
D.
2003
Ans:
2002
Explanation :
The Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) was an Act passed by the Parliament of India in 2002, with the aim of strengthening anti-terrorism operations. It replaced the Prevention of Terrorism Ordinance (POTO) of 2001 and the Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) (1985-95).
[9] The Women's Reservation Bill seeks how much reservation for women in the State assemblies and Lok Sabha?
A.
0.3
B.
0.25
C.
0.33
D.
0.36
Ans:
0.33
Explanation :
Women's Reservation Bill or Constitution (108th Amendment) Bill, is a pending bill in India which proposes to reserve 33 per cent of all seats in the Lower house of Parliament of India, the Lok Sabha, and in all state legislative assemblies for women. The Rajya Sabha passed the bill on 9 Mar 2010.
[10] The speaker’s vote in the Lok Sabha is called -
A.
Casting vote
B.
Sound vote
C.
Direct vote
D.
Indirect vote
Ans:
Casting vote
Explanation :
The speaker’s vote in the Lok Sabha is called casting vote. A casting vote is a vote given to the presiding officer of a council or legislative body to resolve a deadlock and which can be exercised only when such a deadlock exists.
[11] How many Constitutional Amendments to the Constitution of India have been made so far?
A.
122
B.
121
C.
120
D.
119
Ans:
122
Explanation :
President Pranab Mukherjee, in September 2016, gave assent to the Constitution 122nd Amendment Bill, 2014 that is also known as Goods and Services Tax Bill. It will enter into the statute book as The Constitution (101st. Amendment) Bill, 2016. So the total number of amendments made in the Indian constitution so far is 101.
[12] Which Article of the Constitution deals with removal/dismissal of a Civil Servant?
A.
Article 25
B.
Article 256
C.
Article 311
D.
Article 377
Ans:
Article 311
Explanation :
Article 311 of Constitution of India deals with dismissal, removal or reduction in rank of persons employed in civil capacities under the Union or a State. It states that no person who is a member of a civil service of the Union or an all-India service or a civil service of a State or holds a civil post under the Union or a State shall be dismissed or removed by an authority subordinate to that by which he was appointed.
[13] Where is the objective of social justice"" articulated in the Constitution of India?
A.
Article 14"
B.
Article 15
C.
Article 16
D.
Preamble
Ans:
Preamble
Explanation :
In concept social justice is very well articulated in the Constitution of India (1950). The Preamble of our Constitution use the term 'social justice - social, economic and political, the equality of status and opportunity is provided by the Constitution makers for futuristic development of the country.
[14] Under which Article of the Constitution can an Emergency be declared in India on account of war or external aggression?
A.
Article 356
B.
Article 352
C.
Article 353
D.
Article 354
Ans:
Article 352
Explanation :
National emergency is caused by war, external aggression or armed rebellion in the whole of India or a part of its territory. Such an emergency was declared in India in 1962 (Indo-China war), 1971 (Indo- Pakistan war), and 1975 (declared by Indira Gandhi to escape conviction). The President can declare such an emergency under Article 352 of the Constitution only on the basis of a written request by the Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister. Such a proclamation must be approved by the Parliament within one month. Such an emergency can be imposed for six months. It can be extended by six months by repeated parliamentary approval.
[15] Which one of the following is a subject of the concurrent list?
A.
Police
B.
Criminal matters
C.
Radio and Television
D.
Foreign Affairs.
Ans:
Criminal matters
Explanation :
Criminal matters is a subject of the concurrent list. Criminal law, including all matters included in the Indian Penal Code at the commencement of this Constitution but excluding offences against laws with respect to any of the matters specified in List I or List II and excluding the use of naval, military or air forces or any other armed forces of the Union in aid of the civil power.
[16] Who is the Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog?
A.
Dr. Bibek Debroy
B.
Dr. V.K. Sarawat
C.
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
D.
Arun Jaitley
Ans:
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
Explanation :
Arvind Panagariya, the Professor of Indian Political Economy at Chlumbia University, is Vice -Chairman, Niti Aayog. He is a former Chief Economist of the Asian Development Bank and Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland at College Park.
[17] The concept of 'Right of service' originated in —
A.
The United States of America
B.
Switzerland
C.
Great Britain
D.
China
Ans:
Great Britain
Explanation :
The concept of `Right of Service' originated in Great Britain.
[18] Name the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
Sakina Itoo
B.
Mehbooba Mufti
C.
Asiya Naciash
D.
Mina shaft Bhat
Ans:
Mehbooba Mufti
Explanation :
Mehbooba Mufti, on 4 April 2016, made history as she took oath as the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, the only Muslim majority state of India. She is the daughter of late Mufti Mohammad Syed and the president of ruling People's Democratic Party.
[19] Who was the first woman Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mayawati
C.
Vijayalakshmi Pandit
D.
Sucheta Kriplani
Ans:
Sucheta Kriplani
Explanation :
Sucheta Kriplani was India's first woman Chief Minister, sewing as the head of the Uttar Pradesh government from 1963 to 1967. In October 1963, she became the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, the first woman to hold that position in any Indian state. The highlight of her tenure was the firm handling of a state employees strike.
[20] Who administers the oath of office to the President?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice-President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
The oath of office to the President is administered by the Chief Justice of India and in his absence, the senior most judge of the Supreme Court available. The President is required to make and subscribe in the presence of the Chief Justice of an oath or affirmation that he/she shall protect, preserve and defend the Constitution. Note: Chief Justice of India, i.e. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India is one who gives oath to the President of India. It is the President that administers oath to the Chief Justice of India too. In a hypothetical situation if anything happens to the Chief Justice of India on the day, the second senior most judges (as acting WI) can administer oath to the President. Similarly, in the absence of the President, the Vice President can administer oath to CJI. Recently, Justice JS Khehar sworn in as the 44th Chief Justice of India.
[21] How many members are nominated by the President to Rajya Sabha?
A.
2
B.
12
C.
15
D.
20
Ans:
12
Explanation :
12 members are nominated by the President to the Rajya Sabha. These members are nominated on the basis of their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
[22] The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by –
A.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
B.
Prime Minister of India
C.
President of India
D.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. The term of office of the members is one year.
[23] Which of the following items is under the State List?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Criminal Law
C.
Education
D.
Defence
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
There are 66 subjects defined and enlisted under the List - II of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India, which form the exclusive domain of each one of the State Govemments within India, and thus effectively ousting the domain of the Central (Union) Government in framing laws under these subjects. Agriculture, including agricultural education and research; protection against pests and prevention of plant diseases, is one such subject.
[24] A joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament may be convened to consider a bill Which was passed by one House and kept pending by the other for –
A.
four months
B.
six months
C.
one year
D.
two years
Ans:
six months
Explanation :
In India, if a bill has been rejected by the upper house (Rajya Sabha) of the parliament and more than six months have lapsed, the President may summon a joint session for passing the bill. Until now, only three bills namely the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, the Banking Service Commission Repeal Bill, 1978 and the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 have been passed at joint sessions.
[25] Which one of the following is not the tool of good governance?
A.
Right to information
B.
Citizens' Charter
C.
Social Auditing
D.
Judicial Activism
Ans:
Judicial Activism
Explanation :
Judicial activism refers to judicial rulings that are suspected of being based on personal opinion, rather than on existing law. The question of judicial activism is closely related to constitutional interpretation, statutory construction, and separation of powers.
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution is a law that grants special autonomous status to Jammu and Kashmir. This article specifies that except for Defence, Foreign Affairs, Finance and Communications, the Indian Parliament needs the State Government's concurrence for applying all other laws. Thus the state's residents lived under a separate set of laws, including those related to citizenship, ownership of property, and fundamental rights, as compared to other Indians.
[2] The unification of Karnataka was achieved in the year –
A.
1956
B.
1957
C.
1958
D.
1960
Ans:
1956
Explanation :
The Unification of Karnataka refers to the formation of the Indian state of Karnataka, then named Mysore State, in 1956 when several Indian states were created by redrawing borders based on linguistic demographics. It took place on the basis of the recommendations of the Fatal All Committee.
[3] During Twelfth Five-Year Plan, which one of the following average annual growth rate targets was envisaged for agriculture and allied sector?
A.
3.0 percent
B.
3.5 percent
C.
4.0 percent
D.
4.5 percent
Ans:
4.0 percent
Explanation :
The average annual growth rate of agriculture and allied sector during the first four years of the current Five Year Plan period (2012-17) has been 1.6 per cent as against the 12th plan target of 4 per cent per annum.
[4] Chief Justice of the Supreme Court is appointed by the –
A.
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
B.
Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
C.
Prime Minister
D.
President
Ans:
President
Explanation :
The most senior judge In the Supreme Court is appointed by the President as the Chief Justice. Article 124 of the Constitution of India provides for the manner of appointing judges to the Supreme Court
[5] Who is the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?
A.
The President
B.
The Vice-President
C.
The Prime Minister
D.
The Speaker
Ans:
The Vice-President
Explanation :
The Vice President of India is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, who presides over its sessions.
[6] When did the Constituent Assembly adopt National Anthem?
A.
25th January 1950
B.
26th January 1950
C.
24th January 1950
D.
29th January 1950
Ans:
24th January 1950
Explanation :
"Jana Gana Mana,” the national anthem of India, was officially adopted by the Constituent Assembly as the Indian national anthem on 24 January 1950. Written in Sanskritized Bengali, it is the first of five stanzas of a Brahmo hymn composed by Rabindranath Tagore.
[7] Which committee was established on Criminal - Politician and Bureaucratic nexus?
A.
Vohra Committee
B.
Indrajit Gupta Committee
C.
Tarkunde Committee
D.
Santhanam Committee
Ans:
Vohra Committee
Explanation :
The Vohra Committee (1993) studied the criminalization of politics and nexus among criminals, politicians and bureaucrats in India. It concluded that the existing criminal justice system is unable to deal with the activities of the politicians, police and the criminals as the provisions of law are emerging weak enough to fracture this nexus.
[8] In which year was the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) enacted?
A.
2000
B.
2001
C.
2002
D.
2003
Ans:
2002
Explanation :
The Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) was an Act passed by the Parliament of India in 2002, with the aim of strengthening anti-terrorism operations. It replaced the Prevention of Terrorism Ordinance (POTO) of 2001 and the Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) (1985-95).
[9] The Women's Reservation Bill seeks how much reservation for women in the State assemblies and Lok Sabha?
A.
0.3
B.
0.25
C.
0.33
D.
0.36
Ans:
0.33
Explanation :
Women's Reservation Bill or Constitution (108th Amendment) Bill, is a pending bill in India which proposes to reserve 33 per cent of all seats in the Lower house of Parliament of India, the Lok Sabha, and in all state legislative assemblies for women. The Rajya Sabha passed the bill on 9 Mar 2010.
[10] The speaker’s vote in the Lok Sabha is called -
A.
Casting vote
B.
Sound vote
C.
Direct vote
D.
Indirect vote
Ans:
Casting vote
Explanation :
The speaker’s vote in the Lok Sabha is called casting vote. A casting vote is a vote given to the presiding officer of a council or legislative body to resolve a deadlock and which can be exercised only when such a deadlock exists.
[11] How many Constitutional Amendments to the Constitution of India have been made so far?
A.
122
B.
121
C.
120
D.
119
Ans:
122
Explanation :
President Pranab Mukherjee, in September 2016, gave assent to the Constitution 122nd Amendment Bill, 2014 that is also known as Goods and Services Tax Bill. It will enter into the statute book as The Constitution (101st. Amendment) Bill, 2016. So the total number of amendments made in the Indian constitution so far is 101.
[12] Which Article of the Constitution deals with removal/dismissal of a Civil Servant?
A.
Article 25
B.
Article 256
C.
Article 311
D.
Article 377
Ans:
Article 311
Explanation :
Article 311 of Constitution of India deals with dismissal, removal or reduction in rank of persons employed in civil capacities under the Union or a State. It states that no person who is a member of a civil service of the Union or an all-India service or a civil service of a State or holds a civil post under the Union or a State shall be dismissed or removed by an authority subordinate to that by which he was appointed.
[13] Where is the objective of social justice"" articulated in the Constitution of India?
A.
Article 14"
B.
Article 15
C.
Article 16
D.
Preamble
Ans:
Preamble
Explanation :
In concept social justice is very well articulated in the Constitution of India (1950). The Preamble of our Constitution use the term 'social justice - social, economic and political, the equality of status and opportunity is provided by the Constitution makers for futuristic development of the country.
[14] Under which Article of the Constitution can an Emergency be declared in India on account of war or external aggression?
A.
Article 356
B.
Article 352
C.
Article 353
D.
Article 354
Ans:
Article 352
Explanation :
National emergency is caused by war, external aggression or armed rebellion in the whole of India or a part of its territory. Such an emergency was declared in India in 1962 (Indo-China war), 1971 (Indo- Pakistan war), and 1975 (declared by Indira Gandhi to escape conviction). The President can declare such an emergency under Article 352 of the Constitution only on the basis of a written request by the Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister. Such a proclamation must be approved by the Parliament within one month. Such an emergency can be imposed for six months. It can be extended by six months by repeated parliamentary approval.
[15] Which one of the following is a subject of the concurrent list?
A.
Police
B.
Criminal matters
C.
Radio and Television
D.
Foreign Affairs.
Ans:
Criminal matters
Explanation :
Criminal matters is a subject of the concurrent list. Criminal law, including all matters included in the Indian Penal Code at the commencement of this Constitution but excluding offences against laws with respect to any of the matters specified in List I or List II and excluding the use of naval, military or air forces or any other armed forces of the Union in aid of the civil power.
[16] Who is the Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog?
A.
Dr. Bibek Debroy
B.
Dr. V.K. Sarawat
C.
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
D.
Arun Jaitley
Ans:
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
Explanation :
Arvind Panagariya, the Professor of Indian Political Economy at Chlumbia University, is Vice -Chairman, Niti Aayog. He is a former Chief Economist of the Asian Development Bank and Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland at College Park.
[17] The concept of 'Right of service' originated in —
A.
The United States of America
B.
Switzerland
C.
Great Britain
D.
China
Ans:
Great Britain
Explanation :
The concept of `Right of Service' originated in Great Britain.
[18] Name the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
Sakina Itoo
B.
Mehbooba Mufti
C.
Asiya Naciash
D.
Mina shaft Bhat
Ans:
Mehbooba Mufti
Explanation :
Mehbooba Mufti, on 4 April 2016, made history as she took oath as the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, the only Muslim majority state of India. She is the daughter of late Mufti Mohammad Syed and the president of ruling People's Democratic Party.
[19] Who was the first woman Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mayawati
C.
Vijayalakshmi Pandit
D.
Sucheta Kriplani
Ans:
Sucheta Kriplani
Explanation :
Sucheta Kriplani was India's first woman Chief Minister, sewing as the head of the Uttar Pradesh government from 1963 to 1967. In October 1963, she became the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, the first woman to hold that position in any Indian state. The highlight of her tenure was the firm handling of a state employees strike.
[20] Who administers the oath of office to the President?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice-President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
The oath of office to the President is administered by the Chief Justice of India and in his absence, the senior most judge of the Supreme Court available. The President is required to make and subscribe in the presence of the Chief Justice of an oath or affirmation that he/she shall protect, preserve and defend the Constitution. Note: Chief Justice of India, i.e. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India is one who gives oath to the President of India. It is the President that administers oath to the Chief Justice of India too. In a hypothetical situation if anything happens to the Chief Justice of India on the day, the second senior most judges (as acting WI) can administer oath to the President. Similarly, in the absence of the President, the Vice President can administer oath to CJI. Recently, Justice JS Khehar sworn in as the 44th Chief Justice of India.
[21] How many members are nominated by the President to Rajya Sabha?
A.
2
B.
12
C.
15
D.
20
Ans:
12
Explanation :
12 members are nominated by the President to the Rajya Sabha. These members are nominated on the basis of their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
[22] The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by –
A.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
B.
Prime Minister of India
C.
President of India
D.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. The term of office of the members is one year.
[23] Which of the following items is under the State List?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Criminal Law
C.
Education
D.
Defence
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
There are 66 subjects defined and enlisted under the List - II of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India, which form the exclusive domain of each one of the State Govemments within India, and thus effectively ousting the domain of the Central (Union) Government in framing laws under these subjects. Agriculture, including agricultural education and research; protection against pests and prevention of plant diseases, is one such subject.
[24] A joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament may be convened to consider a bill Which was passed by one House and kept pending by the other for –
A.
four months
B.
six months
C.
one year
D.
two years
Ans:
six months
Explanation :
In India, if a bill has been rejected by the upper house (Rajya Sabha) of the parliament and more than six months have lapsed, the President may summon a joint session for passing the bill. Until now, only three bills namely the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, the Banking Service Commission Repeal Bill, 1978 and the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 have been passed at joint sessions.
[25] Which one of the following is not the tool of good governance?
A.
Right to information
B.
Citizens' Charter
C.
Social Auditing
D.
Judicial Activism
Ans:
Judicial Activism
Explanation :
Judicial activism refers to judicial rulings that are suspected of being based on personal opinion, rather than on existing law. The question of judicial activism is closely related to constitutional interpretation, statutory construction, and separation of powers.
Explanation :
The average annual growth rate of agriculture and allied sector during the first four years of the current Five Year Plan period (2012-17) has been 1.6 per cent as against the 12th plan target of 4 per cent per annum.
[4] Chief Justice of the Supreme Court is appointed by the –
A.
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
B.
Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
C.
Prime Minister
D.
President
Ans:
President
Explanation :
The most senior judge In the Supreme Court is appointed by the President as the Chief Justice. Article 124 of the Constitution of India provides for the manner of appointing judges to the Supreme Court
[5] Who is the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?
A.
The President
B.
The Vice-President
C.
The Prime Minister
D.
The Speaker
Ans:
The Vice-President
Explanation :
The Vice President of India is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, who presides over its sessions.
[6] When did the Constituent Assembly adopt National Anthem?
A.
25th January 1950
B.
26th January 1950
C.
24th January 1950
D.
29th January 1950
Ans:
24th January 1950
Explanation :
"Jana Gana Mana,” the national anthem of India, was officially adopted by the Constituent Assembly as the Indian national anthem on 24 January 1950. Written in Sanskritized Bengali, it is the first of five stanzas of a Brahmo hymn composed by Rabindranath Tagore.
[7] Which committee was established on Criminal - Politician and Bureaucratic nexus?
A.
Vohra Committee
B.
Indrajit Gupta Committee
C.
Tarkunde Committee
D.
Santhanam Committee
Ans:
Vohra Committee
Explanation :
The Vohra Committee (1993) studied the criminalization of politics and nexus among criminals, politicians and bureaucrats in India. It concluded that the existing criminal justice system is unable to deal with the activities of the politicians, police and the criminals as the provisions of law are emerging weak enough to fracture this nexus.
[8] In which year was the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) enacted?
A.
2000
B.
2001
C.
2002
D.
2003
Ans:
2002
Explanation :
The Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) was an Act passed by the Parliament of India in 2002, with the aim of strengthening anti-terrorism operations. It replaced the Prevention of Terrorism Ordinance (POTO) of 2001 and the Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) (1985-95).
[9] The Women's Reservation Bill seeks how much reservation for women in the State assemblies and Lok Sabha?
A.
0.3
B.
0.25
C.
0.33
D.
0.36
Ans:
0.33
Explanation :
Women's Reservation Bill or Constitution (108th Amendment) Bill, is a pending bill in India which proposes to reserve 33 per cent of all seats in the Lower house of Parliament of India, the Lok Sabha, and in all state legislative assemblies for women. The Rajya Sabha passed the bill on 9 Mar 2010.
[10] The speaker’s vote in the Lok Sabha is called -
A.
Casting vote
B.
Sound vote
C.
Direct vote
D.
Indirect vote
Ans:
Casting vote
Explanation :
The speaker’s vote in the Lok Sabha is called casting vote. A casting vote is a vote given to the presiding officer of a council or legislative body to resolve a deadlock and which can be exercised only when such a deadlock exists.
[11] How many Constitutional Amendments to the Constitution of India have been made so far?
A.
122
B.
121
C.
120
D.
119
Ans:
122
Explanation :
President Pranab Mukherjee, in September 2016, gave assent to the Constitution 122nd Amendment Bill, 2014 that is also known as Goods and Services Tax Bill. It will enter into the statute book as The Constitution (101st. Amendment) Bill, 2016. So the total number of amendments made in the Indian constitution so far is 101.
[12] Which Article of the Constitution deals with removal/dismissal of a Civil Servant?
A.
Article 25
B.
Article 256
C.
Article 311
D.
Article 377
Ans:
Article 311
Explanation :
Article 311 of Constitution of India deals with dismissal, removal or reduction in rank of persons employed in civil capacities under the Union or a State. It states that no person who is a member of a civil service of the Union or an all-India service or a civil service of a State or holds a civil post under the Union or a State shall be dismissed or removed by an authority subordinate to that by which he was appointed.
[13] Where is the objective of social justice"" articulated in the Constitution of India?
A.
Article 14"
B.
Article 15
C.
Article 16
D.
Preamble
Ans:
Preamble
Explanation :
In concept social justice is very well articulated in the Constitution of India (1950). The Preamble of our Constitution use the term 'social justice - social, economic and political, the equality of status and opportunity is provided by the Constitution makers for futuristic development of the country.
[14] Under which Article of the Constitution can an Emergency be declared in India on account of war or external aggression?
A.
Article 356
B.
Article 352
C.
Article 353
D.
Article 354
Ans:
Article 352
Explanation :
National emergency is caused by war, external aggression or armed rebellion in the whole of India or a part of its territory. Such an emergency was declared in India in 1962 (Indo-China war), 1971 (Indo- Pakistan war), and 1975 (declared by Indira Gandhi to escape conviction). The President can declare such an emergency under Article 352 of the Constitution only on the basis of a written request by the Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister. Such a proclamation must be approved by the Parliament within one month. Such an emergency can be imposed for six months. It can be extended by six months by repeated parliamentary approval.
[15] Which one of the following is a subject of the concurrent list?
A.
Police
B.
Criminal matters
C.
Radio and Television
D.
Foreign Affairs.
Ans:
Criminal matters
Explanation :
Criminal matters is a subject of the concurrent list. Criminal law, including all matters included in the Indian Penal Code at the commencement of this Constitution but excluding offences against laws with respect to any of the matters specified in List I or List II and excluding the use of naval, military or air forces or any other armed forces of the Union in aid of the civil power.
[16] Who is the Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog?
A.
Dr. Bibek Debroy
B.
Dr. V.K. Sarawat
C.
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
D.
Arun Jaitley
Ans:
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
Explanation :
Arvind Panagariya, the Professor of Indian Political Economy at Chlumbia University, is Vice -Chairman, Niti Aayog. He is a former Chief Economist of the Asian Development Bank and Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland at College Park.
[17] The concept of 'Right of service' originated in —
A.
The United States of America
B.
Switzerland
C.
Great Britain
D.
China
Ans:
Great Britain
Explanation :
The concept of `Right of Service' originated in Great Britain.
[18] Name the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
Sakina Itoo
B.
Mehbooba Mufti
C.
Asiya Naciash
D.
Mina shaft Bhat
Ans:
Mehbooba Mufti
Explanation :
Mehbooba Mufti, on 4 April 2016, made history as she took oath as the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, the only Muslim majority state of India. She is the daughter of late Mufti Mohammad Syed and the president of ruling People's Democratic Party.
[19] Who was the first woman Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mayawati
C.
Vijayalakshmi Pandit
D.
Sucheta Kriplani
Ans:
Sucheta Kriplani
Explanation :
Sucheta Kriplani was India's first woman Chief Minister, sewing as the head of the Uttar Pradesh government from 1963 to 1967. In October 1963, she became the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, the first woman to hold that position in any Indian state. The highlight of her tenure was the firm handling of a state employees strike.
[20] Who administers the oath of office to the President?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice-President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
The oath of office to the President is administered by the Chief Justice of India and in his absence, the senior most judge of the Supreme Court available. The President is required to make and subscribe in the presence of the Chief Justice of an oath or affirmation that he/she shall protect, preserve and defend the Constitution. Note: Chief Justice of India, i.e. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India is one who gives oath to the President of India. It is the President that administers oath to the Chief Justice of India too. In a hypothetical situation if anything happens to the Chief Justice of India on the day, the second senior most judges (as acting WI) can administer oath to the President. Similarly, in the absence of the President, the Vice President can administer oath to CJI. Recently, Justice JS Khehar sworn in as the 44th Chief Justice of India.
[21] How many members are nominated by the President to Rajya Sabha?
A.
2
B.
12
C.
15
D.
20
Ans:
12
Explanation :
12 members are nominated by the President to the Rajya Sabha. These members are nominated on the basis of their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
[22] The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by –
A.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
B.
Prime Minister of India
C.
President of India
D.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. The term of office of the members is one year.
[23] Which of the following items is under the State List?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Criminal Law
C.
Education
D.
Defence
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
There are 66 subjects defined and enlisted under the List - II of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India, which form the exclusive domain of each one of the State Govemments within India, and thus effectively ousting the domain of the Central (Union) Government in framing laws under these subjects. Agriculture, including agricultural education and research; protection against pests and prevention of plant diseases, is one such subject.
[24] A joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament may be convened to consider a bill Which was passed by one House and kept pending by the other for –
A.
four months
B.
six months
C.
one year
D.
two years
Ans:
six months
Explanation :
In India, if a bill has been rejected by the upper house (Rajya Sabha) of the parliament and more than six months have lapsed, the President may summon a joint session for passing the bill. Until now, only three bills namely the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, the Banking Service Commission Repeal Bill, 1978 and the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 have been passed at joint sessions.
[25] Which one of the following is not the tool of good governance?
A.
Right to information
B.
Citizens' Charter
C.
Social Auditing
D.
Judicial Activism
Ans:
Judicial Activism
Explanation :
Judicial activism refers to judicial rulings that are suspected of being based on personal opinion, rather than on existing law. The question of judicial activism is closely related to constitutional interpretation, statutory construction, and separation of powers.
Explanation :
The Vice President of India is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, who presides over its sessions.
[6] When did the Constituent Assembly adopt National Anthem?
A.
25th January 1950
B.
26th January 1950
C.
24th January 1950
D.
29th January 1950
Ans:
24th January 1950
Explanation :
"Jana Gana Mana,” the national anthem of India, was officially adopted by the Constituent Assembly as the Indian national anthem on 24 January 1950. Written in Sanskritized Bengali, it is the first of five stanzas of a Brahmo hymn composed by Rabindranath Tagore.
[7] Which committee was established on Criminal - Politician and Bureaucratic nexus?
A.
Vohra Committee
B.
Indrajit Gupta Committee
C.
Tarkunde Committee
D.
Santhanam Committee
Ans:
Vohra Committee
Explanation :
The Vohra Committee (1993) studied the criminalization of politics and nexus among criminals, politicians and bureaucrats in India. It concluded that the existing criminal justice system is unable to deal with the activities of the politicians, police and the criminals as the provisions of law are emerging weak enough to fracture this nexus.
[8] In which year was the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) enacted?
A.
2000
B.
2001
C.
2002
D.
2003
Ans:
2002
Explanation :
The Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) was an Act passed by the Parliament of India in 2002, with the aim of strengthening anti-terrorism operations. It replaced the Prevention of Terrorism Ordinance (POTO) of 2001 and the Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) (1985-95).
[9] The Women's Reservation Bill seeks how much reservation for women in the State assemblies and Lok Sabha?
A.
0.3
B.
0.25
C.
0.33
D.
0.36
Ans:
0.33
Explanation :
Women's Reservation Bill or Constitution (108th Amendment) Bill, is a pending bill in India which proposes to reserve 33 per cent of all seats in the Lower house of Parliament of India, the Lok Sabha, and in all state legislative assemblies for women. The Rajya Sabha passed the bill on 9 Mar 2010.
[10] The speaker’s vote in the Lok Sabha is called -
A.
Casting vote
B.
Sound vote
C.
Direct vote
D.
Indirect vote
Ans:
Casting vote
Explanation :
The speaker’s vote in the Lok Sabha is called casting vote. A casting vote is a vote given to the presiding officer of a council or legislative body to resolve a deadlock and which can be exercised only when such a deadlock exists.
[11] How many Constitutional Amendments to the Constitution of India have been made so far?
A.
122
B.
121
C.
120
D.
119
Ans:
122
Explanation :
President Pranab Mukherjee, in September 2016, gave assent to the Constitution 122nd Amendment Bill, 2014 that is also known as Goods and Services Tax Bill. It will enter into the statute book as The Constitution (101st. Amendment) Bill, 2016. So the total number of amendments made in the Indian constitution so far is 101.
[12] Which Article of the Constitution deals with removal/dismissal of a Civil Servant?
A.
Article 25
B.
Article 256
C.
Article 311
D.
Article 377
Ans:
Article 311
Explanation :
Article 311 of Constitution of India deals with dismissal, removal or reduction in rank of persons employed in civil capacities under the Union or a State. It states that no person who is a member of a civil service of the Union or an all-India service or a civil service of a State or holds a civil post under the Union or a State shall be dismissed or removed by an authority subordinate to that by which he was appointed.
[13] Where is the objective of social justice"" articulated in the Constitution of India?
A.
Article 14"
B.
Article 15
C.
Article 16
D.
Preamble
Ans:
Preamble
Explanation :
In concept social justice is very well articulated in the Constitution of India (1950). The Preamble of our Constitution use the term 'social justice - social, economic and political, the equality of status and opportunity is provided by the Constitution makers for futuristic development of the country.
[14] Under which Article of the Constitution can an Emergency be declared in India on account of war or external aggression?
A.
Article 356
B.
Article 352
C.
Article 353
D.
Article 354
Ans:
Article 352
Explanation :
National emergency is caused by war, external aggression or armed rebellion in the whole of India or a part of its territory. Such an emergency was declared in India in 1962 (Indo-China war), 1971 (Indo- Pakistan war), and 1975 (declared by Indira Gandhi to escape conviction). The President can declare such an emergency under Article 352 of the Constitution only on the basis of a written request by the Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister. Such a proclamation must be approved by the Parliament within one month. Such an emergency can be imposed for six months. It can be extended by six months by repeated parliamentary approval.
[15] Which one of the following is a subject of the concurrent list?
A.
Police
B.
Criminal matters
C.
Radio and Television
D.
Foreign Affairs.
Ans:
Criminal matters
Explanation :
Criminal matters is a subject of the concurrent list. Criminal law, including all matters included in the Indian Penal Code at the commencement of this Constitution but excluding offences against laws with respect to any of the matters specified in List I or List II and excluding the use of naval, military or air forces or any other armed forces of the Union in aid of the civil power.
[16] Who is the Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog?
A.
Dr. Bibek Debroy
B.
Dr. V.K. Sarawat
C.
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
D.
Arun Jaitley
Ans:
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
Explanation :
Arvind Panagariya, the Professor of Indian Political Economy at Chlumbia University, is Vice -Chairman, Niti Aayog. He is a former Chief Economist of the Asian Development Bank and Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland at College Park.
[17] The concept of 'Right of service' originated in —
A.
The United States of America
B.
Switzerland
C.
Great Britain
D.
China
Ans:
Great Britain
Explanation :
The concept of `Right of Service' originated in Great Britain.
[18] Name the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
Sakina Itoo
B.
Mehbooba Mufti
C.
Asiya Naciash
D.
Mina shaft Bhat
Ans:
Mehbooba Mufti
Explanation :
Mehbooba Mufti, on 4 April 2016, made history as she took oath as the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, the only Muslim majority state of India. She is the daughter of late Mufti Mohammad Syed and the president of ruling People's Democratic Party.
[19] Who was the first woman Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mayawati
C.
Vijayalakshmi Pandit
D.
Sucheta Kriplani
Ans:
Sucheta Kriplani
Explanation :
Sucheta Kriplani was India's first woman Chief Minister, sewing as the head of the Uttar Pradesh government from 1963 to 1967. In October 1963, she became the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, the first woman to hold that position in any Indian state. The highlight of her tenure was the firm handling of a state employees strike.
[20] Who administers the oath of office to the President?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice-President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
The oath of office to the President is administered by the Chief Justice of India and in his absence, the senior most judge of the Supreme Court available. The President is required to make and subscribe in the presence of the Chief Justice of an oath or affirmation that he/she shall protect, preserve and defend the Constitution. Note: Chief Justice of India, i.e. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India is one who gives oath to the President of India. It is the President that administers oath to the Chief Justice of India too. In a hypothetical situation if anything happens to the Chief Justice of India on the day, the second senior most judges (as acting WI) can administer oath to the President. Similarly, in the absence of the President, the Vice President can administer oath to CJI. Recently, Justice JS Khehar sworn in as the 44th Chief Justice of India.
[21] How many members are nominated by the President to Rajya Sabha?
A.
2
B.
12
C.
15
D.
20
Ans:
12
Explanation :
12 members are nominated by the President to the Rajya Sabha. These members are nominated on the basis of their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
[22] The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by –
A.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
B.
Prime Minister of India
C.
President of India
D.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. The term of office of the members is one year.
[23] Which of the following items is under the State List?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Criminal Law
C.
Education
D.
Defence
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
There are 66 subjects defined and enlisted under the List - II of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India, which form the exclusive domain of each one of the State Govemments within India, and thus effectively ousting the domain of the Central (Union) Government in framing laws under these subjects. Agriculture, including agricultural education and research; protection against pests and prevention of plant diseases, is one such subject.
[24] A joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament may be convened to consider a bill Which was passed by one House and kept pending by the other for –
A.
four months
B.
six months
C.
one year
D.
two years
Ans:
six months
Explanation :
In India, if a bill has been rejected by the upper house (Rajya Sabha) of the parliament and more than six months have lapsed, the President may summon a joint session for passing the bill. Until now, only three bills namely the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, the Banking Service Commission Repeal Bill, 1978 and the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 have been passed at joint sessions.
[25] Which one of the following is not the tool of good governance?
A.
Right to information
B.
Citizens' Charter
C.
Social Auditing
D.
Judicial Activism
Ans:
Judicial Activism
Explanation :
Judicial activism refers to judicial rulings that are suspected of being based on personal opinion, rather than on existing law. The question of judicial activism is closely related to constitutional interpretation, statutory construction, and separation of powers.
Explanation :
The Vohra Committee (1993) studied the criminalization of politics and nexus among criminals, politicians and bureaucrats in India. It concluded that the existing criminal justice system is unable to deal with the activities of the politicians, police and the criminals as the provisions of law are emerging weak enough to fracture this nexus.
[8] In which year was the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) enacted?
A.
2000
B.
2001
C.
2002
D.
2003
Ans:
2002
Explanation :
The Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) was an Act passed by the Parliament of India in 2002, with the aim of strengthening anti-terrorism operations. It replaced the Prevention of Terrorism Ordinance (POTO) of 2001 and the Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) (1985-95).
[9] The Women's Reservation Bill seeks how much reservation for women in the State assemblies and Lok Sabha?
A.
0.3
B.
0.25
C.
0.33
D.
0.36
Ans:
0.33
Explanation :
Women's Reservation Bill or Constitution (108th Amendment) Bill, is a pending bill in India which proposes to reserve 33 per cent of all seats in the Lower house of Parliament of India, the Lok Sabha, and in all state legislative assemblies for women. The Rajya Sabha passed the bill on 9 Mar 2010.
[10] The speaker’s vote in the Lok Sabha is called -
A.
Casting vote
B.
Sound vote
C.
Direct vote
D.
Indirect vote
Ans:
Casting vote
Explanation :
The speaker’s vote in the Lok Sabha is called casting vote. A casting vote is a vote given to the presiding officer of a council or legislative body to resolve a deadlock and which can be exercised only when such a deadlock exists.
[11] How many Constitutional Amendments to the Constitution of India have been made so far?
A.
122
B.
121
C.
120
D.
119
Ans:
122
Explanation :
President Pranab Mukherjee, in September 2016, gave assent to the Constitution 122nd Amendment Bill, 2014 that is also known as Goods and Services Tax Bill. It will enter into the statute book as The Constitution (101st. Amendment) Bill, 2016. So the total number of amendments made in the Indian constitution so far is 101.
[12] Which Article of the Constitution deals with removal/dismissal of a Civil Servant?
A.
Article 25
B.
Article 256
C.
Article 311
D.
Article 377
Ans:
Article 311
Explanation :
Article 311 of Constitution of India deals with dismissal, removal or reduction in rank of persons employed in civil capacities under the Union or a State. It states that no person who is a member of a civil service of the Union or an all-India service or a civil service of a State or holds a civil post under the Union or a State shall be dismissed or removed by an authority subordinate to that by which he was appointed.
[13] Where is the objective of social justice"" articulated in the Constitution of India?
A.
Article 14"
B.
Article 15
C.
Article 16
D.
Preamble
Ans:
Preamble
Explanation :
In concept social justice is very well articulated in the Constitution of India (1950). The Preamble of our Constitution use the term 'social justice - social, economic and political, the equality of status and opportunity is provided by the Constitution makers for futuristic development of the country.
[14] Under which Article of the Constitution can an Emergency be declared in India on account of war or external aggression?
A.
Article 356
B.
Article 352
C.
Article 353
D.
Article 354
Ans:
Article 352
Explanation :
National emergency is caused by war, external aggression or armed rebellion in the whole of India or a part of its territory. Such an emergency was declared in India in 1962 (Indo-China war), 1971 (Indo- Pakistan war), and 1975 (declared by Indira Gandhi to escape conviction). The President can declare such an emergency under Article 352 of the Constitution only on the basis of a written request by the Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister. Such a proclamation must be approved by the Parliament within one month. Such an emergency can be imposed for six months. It can be extended by six months by repeated parliamentary approval.
[15] Which one of the following is a subject of the concurrent list?
A.
Police
B.
Criminal matters
C.
Radio and Television
D.
Foreign Affairs.
Ans:
Criminal matters
Explanation :
Criminal matters is a subject of the concurrent list. Criminal law, including all matters included in the Indian Penal Code at the commencement of this Constitution but excluding offences against laws with respect to any of the matters specified in List I or List II and excluding the use of naval, military or air forces or any other armed forces of the Union in aid of the civil power.
[16] Who is the Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog?
A.
Dr. Bibek Debroy
B.
Dr. V.K. Sarawat
C.
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
D.
Arun Jaitley
Ans:
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
Explanation :
Arvind Panagariya, the Professor of Indian Political Economy at Chlumbia University, is Vice -Chairman, Niti Aayog. He is a former Chief Economist of the Asian Development Bank and Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland at College Park.
[17] The concept of 'Right of service' originated in —
A.
The United States of America
B.
Switzerland
C.
Great Britain
D.
China
Ans:
Great Britain
Explanation :
The concept of `Right of Service' originated in Great Britain.
[18] Name the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
Sakina Itoo
B.
Mehbooba Mufti
C.
Asiya Naciash
D.
Mina shaft Bhat
Ans:
Mehbooba Mufti
Explanation :
Mehbooba Mufti, on 4 April 2016, made history as she took oath as the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, the only Muslim majority state of India. She is the daughter of late Mufti Mohammad Syed and the president of ruling People's Democratic Party.
[19] Who was the first woman Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mayawati
C.
Vijayalakshmi Pandit
D.
Sucheta Kriplani
Ans:
Sucheta Kriplani
Explanation :
Sucheta Kriplani was India's first woman Chief Minister, sewing as the head of the Uttar Pradesh government from 1963 to 1967. In October 1963, she became the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, the first woman to hold that position in any Indian state. The highlight of her tenure was the firm handling of a state employees strike.
[20] Who administers the oath of office to the President?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice-President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
The oath of office to the President is administered by the Chief Justice of India and in his absence, the senior most judge of the Supreme Court available. The President is required to make and subscribe in the presence of the Chief Justice of an oath or affirmation that he/she shall protect, preserve and defend the Constitution. Note: Chief Justice of India, i.e. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India is one who gives oath to the President of India. It is the President that administers oath to the Chief Justice of India too. In a hypothetical situation if anything happens to the Chief Justice of India on the day, the second senior most judges (as acting WI) can administer oath to the President. Similarly, in the absence of the President, the Vice President can administer oath to CJI. Recently, Justice JS Khehar sworn in as the 44th Chief Justice of India.
[21] How many members are nominated by the President to Rajya Sabha?
A.
2
B.
12
C.
15
D.
20
Ans:
12
Explanation :
12 members are nominated by the President to the Rajya Sabha. These members are nominated on the basis of their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
[22] The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by –
A.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
B.
Prime Minister of India
C.
President of India
D.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. The term of office of the members is one year.
[23] Which of the following items is under the State List?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Criminal Law
C.
Education
D.
Defence
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
There are 66 subjects defined and enlisted under the List - II of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India, which form the exclusive domain of each one of the State Govemments within India, and thus effectively ousting the domain of the Central (Union) Government in framing laws under these subjects. Agriculture, including agricultural education and research; protection against pests and prevention of plant diseases, is one such subject.
[24] A joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament may be convened to consider a bill Which was passed by one House and kept pending by the other for –
A.
four months
B.
six months
C.
one year
D.
two years
Ans:
six months
Explanation :
In India, if a bill has been rejected by the upper house (Rajya Sabha) of the parliament and more than six months have lapsed, the President may summon a joint session for passing the bill. Until now, only three bills namely the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, the Banking Service Commission Repeal Bill, 1978 and the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 have been passed at joint sessions.
[25] Which one of the following is not the tool of good governance?
A.
Right to information
B.
Citizens' Charter
C.
Social Auditing
D.
Judicial Activism
Ans:
Judicial Activism
Explanation :
Judicial activism refers to judicial rulings that are suspected of being based on personal opinion, rather than on existing law. The question of judicial activism is closely related to constitutional interpretation, statutory construction, and separation of powers.
Explanation :
Women's Reservation Bill or Constitution (108th Amendment) Bill, is a pending bill in India which proposes to reserve 33 per cent of all seats in the Lower house of Parliament of India, the Lok Sabha, and in all state legislative assemblies for women. The Rajya Sabha passed the bill on 9 Mar 2010.
[10] The speaker’s vote in the Lok Sabha is called -
A.
Casting vote
B.
Sound vote
C.
Direct vote
D.
Indirect vote
Ans:
Casting vote
Explanation :
The speaker’s vote in the Lok Sabha is called casting vote. A casting vote is a vote given to the presiding officer of a council or legislative body to resolve a deadlock and which can be exercised only when such a deadlock exists.
[11] How many Constitutional Amendments to the Constitution of India have been made so far?
A.
122
B.
121
C.
120
D.
119
Ans:
122
Explanation :
President Pranab Mukherjee, in September 2016, gave assent to the Constitution 122nd Amendment Bill, 2014 that is also known as Goods and Services Tax Bill. It will enter into the statute book as The Constitution (101st. Amendment) Bill, 2016. So the total number of amendments made in the Indian constitution so far is 101.
[12] Which Article of the Constitution deals with removal/dismissal of a Civil Servant?
A.
Article 25
B.
Article 256
C.
Article 311
D.
Article 377
Ans:
Article 311
Explanation :
Article 311 of Constitution of India deals with dismissal, removal or reduction in rank of persons employed in civil capacities under the Union or a State. It states that no person who is a member of a civil service of the Union or an all-India service or a civil service of a State or holds a civil post under the Union or a State shall be dismissed or removed by an authority subordinate to that by which he was appointed.
[13] Where is the objective of social justice"" articulated in the Constitution of India?
A.
Article 14"
B.
Article 15
C.
Article 16
D.
Preamble
Ans:
Preamble
Explanation :
In concept social justice is very well articulated in the Constitution of India (1950). The Preamble of our Constitution use the term 'social justice - social, economic and political, the equality of status and opportunity is provided by the Constitution makers for futuristic development of the country.
[14] Under which Article of the Constitution can an Emergency be declared in India on account of war or external aggression?
A.
Article 356
B.
Article 352
C.
Article 353
D.
Article 354
Ans:
Article 352
Explanation :
National emergency is caused by war, external aggression or armed rebellion in the whole of India or a part of its territory. Such an emergency was declared in India in 1962 (Indo-China war), 1971 (Indo- Pakistan war), and 1975 (declared by Indira Gandhi to escape conviction). The President can declare such an emergency under Article 352 of the Constitution only on the basis of a written request by the Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister. Such a proclamation must be approved by the Parliament within one month. Such an emergency can be imposed for six months. It can be extended by six months by repeated parliamentary approval.
[15] Which one of the following is a subject of the concurrent list?
A.
Police
B.
Criminal matters
C.
Radio and Television
D.
Foreign Affairs.
Ans:
Criminal matters
Explanation :
Criminal matters is a subject of the concurrent list. Criminal law, including all matters included in the Indian Penal Code at the commencement of this Constitution but excluding offences against laws with respect to any of the matters specified in List I or List II and excluding the use of naval, military or air forces or any other armed forces of the Union in aid of the civil power.
[16] Who is the Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog?
A.
Dr. Bibek Debroy
B.
Dr. V.K. Sarawat
C.
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
D.
Arun Jaitley
Ans:
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
Explanation :
Arvind Panagariya, the Professor of Indian Political Economy at Chlumbia University, is Vice -Chairman, Niti Aayog. He is a former Chief Economist of the Asian Development Bank and Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland at College Park.
[17] The concept of 'Right of service' originated in —
A.
The United States of America
B.
Switzerland
C.
Great Britain
D.
China
Ans:
Great Britain
Explanation :
The concept of `Right of Service' originated in Great Britain.
[18] Name the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
Sakina Itoo
B.
Mehbooba Mufti
C.
Asiya Naciash
D.
Mina shaft Bhat
Ans:
Mehbooba Mufti
Explanation :
Mehbooba Mufti, on 4 April 2016, made history as she took oath as the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, the only Muslim majority state of India. She is the daughter of late Mufti Mohammad Syed and the president of ruling People's Democratic Party.
[19] Who was the first woman Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mayawati
C.
Vijayalakshmi Pandit
D.
Sucheta Kriplani
Ans:
Sucheta Kriplani
Explanation :
Sucheta Kriplani was India's first woman Chief Minister, sewing as the head of the Uttar Pradesh government from 1963 to 1967. In October 1963, she became the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, the first woman to hold that position in any Indian state. The highlight of her tenure was the firm handling of a state employees strike.
[20] Who administers the oath of office to the President?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice-President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
The oath of office to the President is administered by the Chief Justice of India and in his absence, the senior most judge of the Supreme Court available. The President is required to make and subscribe in the presence of the Chief Justice of an oath or affirmation that he/she shall protect, preserve and defend the Constitution. Note: Chief Justice of India, i.e. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India is one who gives oath to the President of India. It is the President that administers oath to the Chief Justice of India too. In a hypothetical situation if anything happens to the Chief Justice of India on the day, the second senior most judges (as acting WI) can administer oath to the President. Similarly, in the absence of the President, the Vice President can administer oath to CJI. Recently, Justice JS Khehar sworn in as the 44th Chief Justice of India.
[21] How many members are nominated by the President to Rajya Sabha?
A.
2
B.
12
C.
15
D.
20
Ans:
12
Explanation :
12 members are nominated by the President to the Rajya Sabha. These members are nominated on the basis of their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
[22] The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by –
A.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
B.
Prime Minister of India
C.
President of India
D.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. The term of office of the members is one year.
[23] Which of the following items is under the State List?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Criminal Law
C.
Education
D.
Defence
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
There are 66 subjects defined and enlisted under the List - II of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India, which form the exclusive domain of each one of the State Govemments within India, and thus effectively ousting the domain of the Central (Union) Government in framing laws under these subjects. Agriculture, including agricultural education and research; protection against pests and prevention of plant diseases, is one such subject.
[24] A joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament may be convened to consider a bill Which was passed by one House and kept pending by the other for –
A.
four months
B.
six months
C.
one year
D.
two years
Ans:
six months
Explanation :
In India, if a bill has been rejected by the upper house (Rajya Sabha) of the parliament and more than six months have lapsed, the President may summon a joint session for passing the bill. Until now, only three bills namely the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, the Banking Service Commission Repeal Bill, 1978 and the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 have been passed at joint sessions.
[25] Which one of the following is not the tool of good governance?
A.
Right to information
B.
Citizens' Charter
C.
Social Auditing
D.
Judicial Activism
Ans:
Judicial Activism
Explanation :
Judicial activism refers to judicial rulings that are suspected of being based on personal opinion, rather than on existing law. The question of judicial activism is closely related to constitutional interpretation, statutory construction, and separation of powers.
Explanation :
President Pranab Mukherjee, in September 2016, gave assent to the Constitution 122nd Amendment Bill, 2014 that is also known as Goods and Services Tax Bill. It will enter into the statute book as The Constitution (101st. Amendment) Bill, 2016. So the total number of amendments made in the Indian constitution so far is 101.
[12] Which Article of the Constitution deals with removal/dismissal of a Civil Servant?
A.
Article 25
B.
Article 256
C.
Article 311
D.
Article 377
Ans:
Article 311
Explanation :
Article 311 of Constitution of India deals with dismissal, removal or reduction in rank of persons employed in civil capacities under the Union or a State. It states that no person who is a member of a civil service of the Union or an all-India service or a civil service of a State or holds a civil post under the Union or a State shall be dismissed or removed by an authority subordinate to that by which he was appointed.
[13] Where is the objective of social justice"" articulated in the Constitution of India?
A.
Article 14"
B.
Article 15
C.
Article 16
D.
Preamble
Ans:
Preamble
Explanation :
In concept social justice is very well articulated in the Constitution of India (1950). The Preamble of our Constitution use the term 'social justice - social, economic and political, the equality of status and opportunity is provided by the Constitution makers for futuristic development of the country.
[14] Under which Article of the Constitution can an Emergency be declared in India on account of war or external aggression?
A.
Article 356
B.
Article 352
C.
Article 353
D.
Article 354
Ans:
Article 352
Explanation :
National emergency is caused by war, external aggression or armed rebellion in the whole of India or a part of its territory. Such an emergency was declared in India in 1962 (Indo-China war), 1971 (Indo- Pakistan war), and 1975 (declared by Indira Gandhi to escape conviction). The President can declare such an emergency under Article 352 of the Constitution only on the basis of a written request by the Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister. Such a proclamation must be approved by the Parliament within one month. Such an emergency can be imposed for six months. It can be extended by six months by repeated parliamentary approval.
[15] Which one of the following is a subject of the concurrent list?
A.
Police
B.
Criminal matters
C.
Radio and Television
D.
Foreign Affairs.
Ans:
Criminal matters
Explanation :
Criminal matters is a subject of the concurrent list. Criminal law, including all matters included in the Indian Penal Code at the commencement of this Constitution but excluding offences against laws with respect to any of the matters specified in List I or List II and excluding the use of naval, military or air forces or any other armed forces of the Union in aid of the civil power.
[16] Who is the Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog?
A.
Dr. Bibek Debroy
B.
Dr. V.K. Sarawat
C.
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
D.
Arun Jaitley
Ans:
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
Explanation :
Arvind Panagariya, the Professor of Indian Political Economy at Chlumbia University, is Vice -Chairman, Niti Aayog. He is a former Chief Economist of the Asian Development Bank and Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland at College Park.
[17] The concept of 'Right of service' originated in —
A.
The United States of America
B.
Switzerland
C.
Great Britain
D.
China
Ans:
Great Britain
Explanation :
The concept of `Right of Service' originated in Great Britain.
[18] Name the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
Sakina Itoo
B.
Mehbooba Mufti
C.
Asiya Naciash
D.
Mina shaft Bhat
Ans:
Mehbooba Mufti
Explanation :
Mehbooba Mufti, on 4 April 2016, made history as she took oath as the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, the only Muslim majority state of India. She is the daughter of late Mufti Mohammad Syed and the president of ruling People's Democratic Party.
[19] Who was the first woman Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mayawati
C.
Vijayalakshmi Pandit
D.
Sucheta Kriplani
Ans:
Sucheta Kriplani
Explanation :
Sucheta Kriplani was India's first woman Chief Minister, sewing as the head of the Uttar Pradesh government from 1963 to 1967. In October 1963, she became the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, the first woman to hold that position in any Indian state. The highlight of her tenure was the firm handling of a state employees strike.
[20] Who administers the oath of office to the President?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice-President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
The oath of office to the President is administered by the Chief Justice of India and in his absence, the senior most judge of the Supreme Court available. The President is required to make and subscribe in the presence of the Chief Justice of an oath or affirmation that he/she shall protect, preserve and defend the Constitution. Note: Chief Justice of India, i.e. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India is one who gives oath to the President of India. It is the President that administers oath to the Chief Justice of India too. In a hypothetical situation if anything happens to the Chief Justice of India on the day, the second senior most judges (as acting WI) can administer oath to the President. Similarly, in the absence of the President, the Vice President can administer oath to CJI. Recently, Justice JS Khehar sworn in as the 44th Chief Justice of India.
[21] How many members are nominated by the President to Rajya Sabha?
A.
2
B.
12
C.
15
D.
20
Ans:
12
Explanation :
12 members are nominated by the President to the Rajya Sabha. These members are nominated on the basis of their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
[22] The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by –
A.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
B.
Prime Minister of India
C.
President of India
D.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. The term of office of the members is one year.
[23] Which of the following items is under the State List?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Criminal Law
C.
Education
D.
Defence
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
There are 66 subjects defined and enlisted under the List - II of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India, which form the exclusive domain of each one of the State Govemments within India, and thus effectively ousting the domain of the Central (Union) Government in framing laws under these subjects. Agriculture, including agricultural education and research; protection against pests and prevention of plant diseases, is one such subject.
[24] A joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament may be convened to consider a bill Which was passed by one House and kept pending by the other for –
A.
four months
B.
six months
C.
one year
D.
two years
Ans:
six months
Explanation :
In India, if a bill has been rejected by the upper house (Rajya Sabha) of the parliament and more than six months have lapsed, the President may summon a joint session for passing the bill. Until now, only three bills namely the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, the Banking Service Commission Repeal Bill, 1978 and the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 have been passed at joint sessions.
[25] Which one of the following is not the tool of good governance?
A.
Right to information
B.
Citizens' Charter
C.
Social Auditing
D.
Judicial Activism
Ans:
Judicial Activism
Explanation :
Judicial activism refers to judicial rulings that are suspected of being based on personal opinion, rather than on existing law. The question of judicial activism is closely related to constitutional interpretation, statutory construction, and separation of powers.
Explanation :
In concept social justice is very well articulated in the Constitution of India (1950). The Preamble of our Constitution use the term 'social justice - social, economic and political, the equality of status and opportunity is provided by the Constitution makers for futuristic development of the country.
[14] Under which Article of the Constitution can an Emergency be declared in India on account of war or external aggression?
A.
Article 356
B.
Article 352
C.
Article 353
D.
Article 354
Ans:
Article 352
Explanation :
National emergency is caused by war, external aggression or armed rebellion in the whole of India or a part of its territory. Such an emergency was declared in India in 1962 (Indo-China war), 1971 (Indo- Pakistan war), and 1975 (declared by Indira Gandhi to escape conviction). The President can declare such an emergency under Article 352 of the Constitution only on the basis of a written request by the Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister. Such a proclamation must be approved by the Parliament within one month. Such an emergency can be imposed for six months. It can be extended by six months by repeated parliamentary approval.
[15] Which one of the following is a subject of the concurrent list?
A.
Police
B.
Criminal matters
C.
Radio and Television
D.
Foreign Affairs.
Ans:
Criminal matters
Explanation :
Criminal matters is a subject of the concurrent list. Criminal law, including all matters included in the Indian Penal Code at the commencement of this Constitution but excluding offences against laws with respect to any of the matters specified in List I or List II and excluding the use of naval, military or air forces or any other armed forces of the Union in aid of the civil power.
[16] Who is the Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog?
A.
Dr. Bibek Debroy
B.
Dr. V.K. Sarawat
C.
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
D.
Arun Jaitley
Ans:
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
Explanation :
Arvind Panagariya, the Professor of Indian Political Economy at Chlumbia University, is Vice -Chairman, Niti Aayog. He is a former Chief Economist of the Asian Development Bank and Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland at College Park.
[17] The concept of 'Right of service' originated in —
A.
The United States of America
B.
Switzerland
C.
Great Britain
D.
China
Ans:
Great Britain
Explanation :
The concept of `Right of Service' originated in Great Britain.
[18] Name the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
Sakina Itoo
B.
Mehbooba Mufti
C.
Asiya Naciash
D.
Mina shaft Bhat
Ans:
Mehbooba Mufti
Explanation :
Mehbooba Mufti, on 4 April 2016, made history as she took oath as the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, the only Muslim majority state of India. She is the daughter of late Mufti Mohammad Syed and the president of ruling People's Democratic Party.
[19] Who was the first woman Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mayawati
C.
Vijayalakshmi Pandit
D.
Sucheta Kriplani
Ans:
Sucheta Kriplani
Explanation :
Sucheta Kriplani was India's first woman Chief Minister, sewing as the head of the Uttar Pradesh government from 1963 to 1967. In October 1963, she became the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, the first woman to hold that position in any Indian state. The highlight of her tenure was the firm handling of a state employees strike.
[20] Who administers the oath of office to the President?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice-President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
The oath of office to the President is administered by the Chief Justice of India and in his absence, the senior most judge of the Supreme Court available. The President is required to make and subscribe in the presence of the Chief Justice of an oath or affirmation that he/she shall protect, preserve and defend the Constitution. Note: Chief Justice of India, i.e. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India is one who gives oath to the President of India. It is the President that administers oath to the Chief Justice of India too. In a hypothetical situation if anything happens to the Chief Justice of India on the day, the second senior most judges (as acting WI) can administer oath to the President. Similarly, in the absence of the President, the Vice President can administer oath to CJI. Recently, Justice JS Khehar sworn in as the 44th Chief Justice of India.
[21] How many members are nominated by the President to Rajya Sabha?
A.
2
B.
12
C.
15
D.
20
Ans:
12
Explanation :
12 members are nominated by the President to the Rajya Sabha. These members are nominated on the basis of their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
[22] The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by –
A.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
B.
Prime Minister of India
C.
President of India
D.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. The term of office of the members is one year.
[23] Which of the following items is under the State List?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Criminal Law
C.
Education
D.
Defence
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
There are 66 subjects defined and enlisted under the List - II of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India, which form the exclusive domain of each one of the State Govemments within India, and thus effectively ousting the domain of the Central (Union) Government in framing laws under these subjects. Agriculture, including agricultural education and research; protection against pests and prevention of plant diseases, is one such subject.
[24] A joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament may be convened to consider a bill Which was passed by one House and kept pending by the other for –
A.
four months
B.
six months
C.
one year
D.
two years
Ans:
six months
Explanation :
In India, if a bill has been rejected by the upper house (Rajya Sabha) of the parliament and more than six months have lapsed, the President may summon a joint session for passing the bill. Until now, only three bills namely the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, the Banking Service Commission Repeal Bill, 1978 and the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 have been passed at joint sessions.
[25] Which one of the following is not the tool of good governance?
A.
Right to information
B.
Citizens' Charter
C.
Social Auditing
D.
Judicial Activism
Ans:
Judicial Activism
Explanation :
Judicial activism refers to judicial rulings that are suspected of being based on personal opinion, rather than on existing law. The question of judicial activism is closely related to constitutional interpretation, statutory construction, and separation of powers.
Explanation :
Criminal matters is a subject of the concurrent list. Criminal law, including all matters included in the Indian Penal Code at the commencement of this Constitution but excluding offences against laws with respect to any of the matters specified in List I or List II and excluding the use of naval, military or air forces or any other armed forces of the Union in aid of the civil power.
[16] Who is the Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog?
A.
Dr. Bibek Debroy
B.
Dr. V.K. Sarawat
C.
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
D.
Arun Jaitley
Ans:
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
Explanation :
Arvind Panagariya, the Professor of Indian Political Economy at Chlumbia University, is Vice -Chairman, Niti Aayog. He is a former Chief Economist of the Asian Development Bank and Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland at College Park.
[17] The concept of 'Right of service' originated in —
A.
The United States of America
B.
Switzerland
C.
Great Britain
D.
China
Ans:
Great Britain
Explanation :
The concept of `Right of Service' originated in Great Britain.
[18] Name the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
Sakina Itoo
B.
Mehbooba Mufti
C.
Asiya Naciash
D.
Mina shaft Bhat
Ans:
Mehbooba Mufti
Explanation :
Mehbooba Mufti, on 4 April 2016, made history as she took oath as the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, the only Muslim majority state of India. She is the daughter of late Mufti Mohammad Syed and the president of ruling People's Democratic Party.
[19] Who was the first woman Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mayawati
C.
Vijayalakshmi Pandit
D.
Sucheta Kriplani
Ans:
Sucheta Kriplani
Explanation :
Sucheta Kriplani was India's first woman Chief Minister, sewing as the head of the Uttar Pradesh government from 1963 to 1967. In October 1963, she became the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, the first woman to hold that position in any Indian state. The highlight of her tenure was the firm handling of a state employees strike.
[20] Who administers the oath of office to the President?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice-President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
The oath of office to the President is administered by the Chief Justice of India and in his absence, the senior most judge of the Supreme Court available. The President is required to make and subscribe in the presence of the Chief Justice of an oath or affirmation that he/she shall protect, preserve and defend the Constitution. Note: Chief Justice of India, i.e. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India is one who gives oath to the President of India. It is the President that administers oath to the Chief Justice of India too. In a hypothetical situation if anything happens to the Chief Justice of India on the day, the second senior most judges (as acting WI) can administer oath to the President. Similarly, in the absence of the President, the Vice President can administer oath to CJI. Recently, Justice JS Khehar sworn in as the 44th Chief Justice of India.
[21] How many members are nominated by the President to Rajya Sabha?
A.
2
B.
12
C.
15
D.
20
Ans:
12
Explanation :
12 members are nominated by the President to the Rajya Sabha. These members are nominated on the basis of their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
[22] The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by –
A.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
B.
Prime Minister of India
C.
President of India
D.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. The term of office of the members is one year.
[23] Which of the following items is under the State List?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Criminal Law
C.
Education
D.
Defence
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
There are 66 subjects defined and enlisted under the List - II of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India, which form the exclusive domain of each one of the State Govemments within India, and thus effectively ousting the domain of the Central (Union) Government in framing laws under these subjects. Agriculture, including agricultural education and research; protection against pests and prevention of plant diseases, is one such subject.
[24] A joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament may be convened to consider a bill Which was passed by one House and kept pending by the other for –
A.
four months
B.
six months
C.
one year
D.
two years
Ans:
six months
Explanation :
In India, if a bill has been rejected by the upper house (Rajya Sabha) of the parliament and more than six months have lapsed, the President may summon a joint session for passing the bill. Until now, only three bills namely the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, the Banking Service Commission Repeal Bill, 1978 and the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 have been passed at joint sessions.
[25] Which one of the following is not the tool of good governance?
A.
Right to information
B.
Citizens' Charter
C.
Social Auditing
D.
Judicial Activism
Ans:
Judicial Activism
Explanation :
Judicial activism refers to judicial rulings that are suspected of being based on personal opinion, rather than on existing law. The question of judicial activism is closely related to constitutional interpretation, statutory construction, and separation of powers.
Explanation :
The concept of `Right of Service' originated in Great Britain.
[18] Name the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
Sakina Itoo
B.
Mehbooba Mufti
C.
Asiya Naciash
D.
Mina shaft Bhat
Ans:
Mehbooba Mufti
Explanation :
Mehbooba Mufti, on 4 April 2016, made history as she took oath as the first woman Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, the only Muslim majority state of India. She is the daughter of late Mufti Mohammad Syed and the president of ruling People's Democratic Party.
[19] Who was the first woman Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mayawati
C.
Vijayalakshmi Pandit
D.
Sucheta Kriplani
Ans:
Sucheta Kriplani
Explanation :
Sucheta Kriplani was India's first woman Chief Minister, sewing as the head of the Uttar Pradesh government from 1963 to 1967. In October 1963, she became the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, the first woman to hold that position in any Indian state. The highlight of her tenure was the firm handling of a state employees strike.
[20] Who administers the oath of office to the President?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice-President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
The oath of office to the President is administered by the Chief Justice of India and in his absence, the senior most judge of the Supreme Court available. The President is required to make and subscribe in the presence of the Chief Justice of an oath or affirmation that he/she shall protect, preserve and defend the Constitution. Note: Chief Justice of India, i.e. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India is one who gives oath to the President of India. It is the President that administers oath to the Chief Justice of India too. In a hypothetical situation if anything happens to the Chief Justice of India on the day, the second senior most judges (as acting WI) can administer oath to the President. Similarly, in the absence of the President, the Vice President can administer oath to CJI. Recently, Justice JS Khehar sworn in as the 44th Chief Justice of India.
[21] How many members are nominated by the President to Rajya Sabha?
A.
2
B.
12
C.
15
D.
20
Ans:
12
Explanation :
12 members are nominated by the President to the Rajya Sabha. These members are nominated on the basis of their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
[22] The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by –
A.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
B.
Prime Minister of India
C.
President of India
D.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. The term of office of the members is one year.
[23] Which of the following items is under the State List?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Criminal Law
C.
Education
D.
Defence
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
There are 66 subjects defined and enlisted under the List - II of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India, which form the exclusive domain of each one of the State Govemments within India, and thus effectively ousting the domain of the Central (Union) Government in framing laws under these subjects. Agriculture, including agricultural education and research; protection against pests and prevention of plant diseases, is one such subject.
[24] A joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament may be convened to consider a bill Which was passed by one House and kept pending by the other for –
A.
four months
B.
six months
C.
one year
D.
two years
Ans:
six months
Explanation :
In India, if a bill has been rejected by the upper house (Rajya Sabha) of the parliament and more than six months have lapsed, the President may summon a joint session for passing the bill. Until now, only three bills namely the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, the Banking Service Commission Repeal Bill, 1978 and the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 have been passed at joint sessions.
[25] Which one of the following is not the tool of good governance?
A.
Right to information
B.
Citizens' Charter
C.
Social Auditing
D.
Judicial Activism
Ans:
Judicial Activism
Explanation :
Judicial activism refers to judicial rulings that are suspected of being based on personal opinion, rather than on existing law. The question of judicial activism is closely related to constitutional interpretation, statutory construction, and separation of powers.
Explanation :
Sucheta Kriplani was India's first woman Chief Minister, sewing as the head of the Uttar Pradesh government from 1963 to 1967. In October 1963, she became the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, the first woman to hold that position in any Indian state. The highlight of her tenure was the firm handling of a state employees strike.
[20] Who administers the oath of office to the President?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice-President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
The oath of office to the President is administered by the Chief Justice of India and in his absence, the senior most judge of the Supreme Court available. The President is required to make and subscribe in the presence of the Chief Justice of an oath or affirmation that he/she shall protect, preserve and defend the Constitution. Note: Chief Justice of India, i.e. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India is one who gives oath to the President of India. It is the President that administers oath to the Chief Justice of India too. In a hypothetical situation if anything happens to the Chief Justice of India on the day, the second senior most judges (as acting WI) can administer oath to the President. Similarly, in the absence of the President, the Vice President can administer oath to CJI. Recently, Justice JS Khehar sworn in as the 44th Chief Justice of India.
[21] How many members are nominated by the President to Rajya Sabha?
A.
2
B.
12
C.
15
D.
20
Ans:
12
Explanation :
12 members are nominated by the President to the Rajya Sabha. These members are nominated on the basis of their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
[22] The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by –
A.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
B.
Prime Minister of India
C.
President of India
D.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. The term of office of the members is one year.
[23] Which of the following items is under the State List?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Criminal Law
C.
Education
D.
Defence
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
There are 66 subjects defined and enlisted under the List - II of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India, which form the exclusive domain of each one of the State Govemments within India, and thus effectively ousting the domain of the Central (Union) Government in framing laws under these subjects. Agriculture, including agricultural education and research; protection against pests and prevention of plant diseases, is one such subject.
[24] A joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament may be convened to consider a bill Which was passed by one House and kept pending by the other for –
A.
four months
B.
six months
C.
one year
D.
two years
Ans:
six months
Explanation :
In India, if a bill has been rejected by the upper house (Rajya Sabha) of the parliament and more than six months have lapsed, the President may summon a joint session for passing the bill. Until now, only three bills namely the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, the Banking Service Commission Repeal Bill, 1978 and the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 have been passed at joint sessions.
[25] Which one of the following is not the tool of good governance?
A.
Right to information
B.
Citizens' Charter
C.
Social Auditing
D.
Judicial Activism
Ans:
Judicial Activism
Explanation :
Judicial activism refers to judicial rulings that are suspected of being based on personal opinion, rather than on existing law. The question of judicial activism is closely related to constitutional interpretation, statutory construction, and separation of powers.
Explanation :
12 members are nominated by the President to the Rajya Sabha. These members are nominated on the basis of their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services.
[22] The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament is appointed by –
A.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
B.
Prime Minister of India
C.
President of India
D.
Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. The term of office of the members is one year.
[23] Which of the following items is under the State List?
A.
Agriculture
B.
Criminal Law
C.
Education
D.
Defence
Ans:
Agriculture
Explanation :
There are 66 subjects defined and enlisted under the List - II of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India, which form the exclusive domain of each one of the State Govemments within India, and thus effectively ousting the domain of the Central (Union) Government in framing laws under these subjects. Agriculture, including agricultural education and research; protection against pests and prevention of plant diseases, is one such subject.
[24] A joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament may be convened to consider a bill Which was passed by one House and kept pending by the other for –
A.
four months
B.
six months
C.
one year
D.
two years
Ans:
six months
Explanation :
In India, if a bill has been rejected by the upper house (Rajya Sabha) of the parliament and more than six months have lapsed, the President may summon a joint session for passing the bill. Until now, only three bills namely the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, the Banking Service Commission Repeal Bill, 1978 and the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 have been passed at joint sessions.
[25] Which one of the following is not the tool of good governance?
A.
Right to information
B.
Citizens' Charter
C.
Social Auditing
D.
Judicial Activism
Ans:
Judicial Activism
Explanation :
Judicial activism refers to judicial rulings that are suspected of being based on personal opinion, rather than on existing law. The question of judicial activism is closely related to constitutional interpretation, statutory construction, and separation of powers.
Explanation :
There are 66 subjects defined and enlisted under the List - II of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India, which form the exclusive domain of each one of the State Govemments within India, and thus effectively ousting the domain of the Central (Union) Government in framing laws under these subjects. Agriculture, including agricultural education and research; protection against pests and prevention of plant diseases, is one such subject.
[24] A joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament may be convened to consider a bill Which was passed by one House and kept pending by the other for –
A.
four months
B.
six months
C.
one year
D.
two years
Ans:
six months
Explanation :
In India, if a bill has been rejected by the upper house (Rajya Sabha) of the parliament and more than six months have lapsed, the President may summon a joint session for passing the bill. Until now, only three bills namely the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, the Banking Service Commission Repeal Bill, 1978 and the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002 have been passed at joint sessions.
[25] Which one of the following is not the tool of good governance?
A.
Right to information
B.
Citizens' Charter
C.
Social Auditing
D.
Judicial Activism
Ans:
Judicial Activism
Explanation :
Judicial activism refers to judicial rulings that are suspected of being based on personal opinion, rather than on existing law. The question of judicial activism is closely related to constitutional interpretation, statutory construction, and separation of powers.
Explanation :
Judicial activism refers to judicial rulings that are suspected of being based on personal opinion, rather than on existing law. The question of judicial activism is closely related to constitutional interpretation, statutory construction, and separation of powers.