[1] Under which Article of the Constitution is the President's Rule introduced in a State due to the failure of the constitutional machinery?
A.
352
B.
356
C.
360
D.
350
Ans:
356
Explanation :
Under article 356 of the Indian Constitution, State emergency is declared on failure of constitutional machinery in a state. During such an emergency, the President can take over the entire work of the executive, and the Governor administers the state in the name of the President. the Legislative Assembly can be dissolved or may remain in suspended animation. The Parliament makes laws on the 66 subjects of the state list
[2] In the year 1977, an official committee was appointed to examine Panchayat Raj, under the Chairmanship of –
A.
Ashok Mehta
B.
Shri Ram Mehta
C.
Balwant Rai Mehta
D.
Manohar Lal Mehta
Ans:
Ashok Mehta
Explanation :
In December 1977, the Janata Government appointed a committee on Panchayati Raj institutions under the chairmanship of Ashoka Mehta. The committee made 132 recommendations to revive and strengthen the declining Panchayati Raj system in the country.
[3] Which among the following States, first introduced the Panchayat Raj System?
A.
Rajasthan
B.
Haryana
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
The Panchayat Raj system was first adopted by Nagaur district of Rajasthan on 2 October 1958, Andhra Pradesh soon followed the suite. Panchayati Raj is the oldest system of local government in the Indian subcontinent.
[4] District Judge is under the control of –
A.
State Government
B.
High Court
C.
Supreme Court
D.
Governor
Ans:
High Court
Explanation :
District judges administer justice in India at a district level. According to Article 235 of the Indian Constitution, they are under administrative control of the High Court of the State to which the district concerned belongs.
[5] An appeal to the High Court lies in case the Session Court has awarded the punishment of –
A.
one year or more
B.
two years or more
C.
three years or more
D.
four years or more
Ans:
four years or more
Explanation :
Under various Central and State enactments, the High Court has been conferred with appellate as well as revisional jurisdiction. Any person convicted on a trial held by a Sessions Judge or an Additional Sessions Judge or on a trial held by any other Court, in which a sentence of imprisonment for more than seven years [has been passed against him or against any other person convicted at the same trial] ; may appeal to the High Court.
[6] Which of the following is not a Union Territory?
A.
Dadra and Nagar Haveli
B.
Lakshadweep
C.
Puducherry
D.
Nagaland
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It was formally inaugurated as a state on 1 December 1963 and Kohima was declared as its capital. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east and Manipur to the south.
[7] The term of office of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India is –
A.
3 years
B.
4 years
C.
5 years
D.
6 years
Ans:
6 years
Explanation :
The term length of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India is 6 yrs or up to 65 yrs of age (whichever is earlier). He is an authority, established by the Constitution of India under Chapter V, who audits all receipts and expenditure of the Government of India and the state governments, including those of bodies and authorities substantially financed by the government.
[8] Who was the first Chief Election Commissioner of India?
A.
G.V. Maviankar
B.
T. Swaminathan
C.
K.V.K. Sundaram
D.
Sukumar Sen
Ans:
Sukumar Sen
Explanation :
Sukumar Sen was an Indian civil servant who was the first Chief Election Commissioner of India, serving from 21 March, 1950 to 19 December, 1958. Under his leadership, the Election Commission successfully administered and oversaw independent India's first two general elections, in 1951-52 and in 1957.
[9] In which year were the States recognized on a linguustic basis?
A.
1951
B.
1947
C.
1950
D.
1956
Ans:
1956
Explanation :
Indian slates were reorganized on 1 November 1956 under the States Reorganization Act, 1956. Andhra State was merged with the Telugu-speaking area of Hyderabad state (also known as Telangana) to create Andhra Pradesh in 1956. Similarly Kerala in the south and three states (Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh) came into being in the Hindi speaking area. West Bengal, Rajasthan, and Punjab were enlarged by addition of territories.
[10] The State Election Commission conducts, controls and supervises Municipal elections under -
A.
Article 240 (A)
B.
Article 241 (B)
C.
Article 243 (K)
D.
Article 245 (D)
Ans:
Article 243 (K)
Explanation :
According to Article 243 (K), the superintendence, rp direction and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for, and the conduct of, all elections to local bodies shall be vested in a State Election Commission consisting of a State Election Commissioner to be appointed by the Governor.
[11] Which committee had first of all recommended three-tier Panchayati Raj in India in 1957?
A.
Balwant Rai Committee
B.
Ashok Mehta Committee
C.
Setalwad Committee
D.
Hanumantayaa Committee
Ans:
Balwant Rai Committee
Explanation :
Balwant Rai Mehta Committee had first of all recommended three-tier Panchayati Raj in India in 1957. The Act aims to provide a 3-tier system of Panchayati Raj for all States having a population of over 2 million, to hold Panchayat elections regularly every 5 years.
[12] The constitutional status has been given to Panchayats under Article.
A.
219
B.
226
C.
239
D.
243
Ans:
243
Explanation :
Article 243 gives constitutional status to the Panchayats.
[13] The Constitution of India mandates that the elections of the Panchayati Raj should be held regularly after a gap of:
A.
2 years
B.
3 years
C.
4 years
D.
5 years
Ans:
5 years
Explanation :
Article 243 E mentioned duration of Panchayat is for five years from the date of appointment.
[14] The Members of Rajya Sabha are elected for a term of –
A.
Two years
B.
Four years
C.
Six years
D.
Five years
Ans:
Six years
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third Members of Rajya Sabha retire after every second year. A member who is elected for a full term serves for a period of six years.
[15] In which year was the High Court in Madras established?
A.
1862
B.
1871
C.
1881
D.
1891
Ans:
1862
Explanation :
Madras High Court established in 1862. It consists of 74 Judges and a chief justice. Sanjay Kishan Kaul is present Chief justice of Madras court.
[16] The mobile court in India is brainchild of :
A.
Justice Bhagwati
B.
Mt Rajiv Gandhi
C.
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
D.
Mrs. Pratibha Patil
Ans:
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Explanation :
It is said to be a brainchild of former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the concept of mobile court is based on the pressing need to take the administration of civil and criminal justice closer to the people so that those living in remote areas are able to benefit without incurring the expenses of travelling to courts at distant places.
[17] What is the maximum strength prescribed for State Legislative Assemblies?
A.
350
B.
600
C.
500
D.
750
Ans:
500
Explanation :
Its maximum size as outlined in the Constitution of India is not more than 500 members and not less than 60. However, the size of the Vidhan Sabha can be less than 60 members through an Act of Parliament, such is the case in the states of Goa, Sikkim and Mizoram.
[18] Upto what age, can the judges of Supreme Court serve?
A.
62 years
B.
68 years
C.
65 years
D.
70 years
Ans:
65 years
Explanation :
The Judge of Supreme Court can serve up to 65 years of age.
[19] According to the Indian Constistution, the vacancy in the office of the President of India shall be filled within –
A.
1 month
B.
6 months
C.
3 months
D.
1 year
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
Article 62 of the Indian Constitution says that 'An election to fill a vacancy in the office of President occurring by reason of his death, resignation or removal, or otherwise shall be held as soon as possible after, and in no case later than six months from, the date of occurrence of the vacancy, and the person elected to fill the vacancy shall, subject to the provisions of Article 56, be entitled to hold office for the full term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.'
[20] In Indian Republic, the real executiveauthority tests with the –
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Bureaucrats
D.
Council of Ministers
Ans:
Council of Ministers
Explanation :
The President is the constitutional head of Executive of the Union. Real executive power vests in a Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister as head. Article 74(A) of the Constitution provides that there shall be a Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister to aid and advise the President who shall, in exercise of his functions, act in accordance with such advice.
[21] In Indian Constitution, fundamental rights were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
USA
B.
UK
C.
USSR
D.
None of these
Ans:
USA
Explanation :
The following features of the Indian Constitution were borrowed from the Constitution of the USA: Fundamental Rights, Independence ofJudiciary, Judicial Review, Impeachment of the President, Removal of Supreme Court and High Court Judges and the Post of Vice President.
[22] 'The Right to Public Office' is a –
A.
Civil right
B.
Economic right
C.
Moral right
D.
Political right
Ans:
Civil right
Explanation :
Civil rights include the ensuring of peoples' physical and mental integrity, life and safety; protection from discrimination on grounds such as physical or mental disability, gender, religion, race, national origin, age, status as a member of the uniformed services, sexual orientation, or gender identity; and individual rights such as privacy, the freedoms of thought and conscience, speech and expression, religion, the press, and movement. Right to public offices means that no citizen should be prohibited to hold any public office under the State on the grounds of religion, caste, race, sex or language or any of them. It is a civil right.
[23] Citizens of India can vote at the age of –
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
22 years
D.
25 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
The minimum age of voting in India was lowered from 21 to 18 years by the 61st Amendment Act in 1988 read with Act 21 of 1989.
[24] What is the minimum age prescribed in India for its citizens to cast their vote?
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
16 years
D.
20 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
Every citizen of India who is over 18 years of age, irrespective of gender, caste, religion or race, who is otherwise not disqualified, is eligible to vote.
[25] Who among the following was the first Law Minister of India?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad
C.
Dr BR Ambedkar
D.
T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr BR Ambedkar
Explanation :
Jawaharlal Nehru took charge as the first Prime Minister of India on 15 August 1947, and chose 15 other members for his cabinet in which B. R. Ambedkar was the first law minister of India.
Explanation :
Under article 356 of the Indian Constitution, State emergency is declared on failure of constitutional machinery in a state. During such an emergency, the President can take over the entire work of the executive, and the Governor administers the state in the name of the President. the Legislative Assembly can be dissolved or may remain in suspended animation. The Parliament makes laws on the 66 subjects of the state list
[2] In the year 1977, an official committee was appointed to examine Panchayat Raj, under the Chairmanship of –
A.
Ashok Mehta
B.
Shri Ram Mehta
C.
Balwant Rai Mehta
D.
Manohar Lal Mehta
Ans:
Ashok Mehta
Explanation :
In December 1977, the Janata Government appointed a committee on Panchayati Raj institutions under the chairmanship of Ashoka Mehta. The committee made 132 recommendations to revive and strengthen the declining Panchayati Raj system in the country.
[3] Which among the following States, first introduced the Panchayat Raj System?
A.
Rajasthan
B.
Haryana
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
The Panchayat Raj system was first adopted by Nagaur district of Rajasthan on 2 October 1958, Andhra Pradesh soon followed the suite. Panchayati Raj is the oldest system of local government in the Indian subcontinent.
[4] District Judge is under the control of –
A.
State Government
B.
High Court
C.
Supreme Court
D.
Governor
Ans:
High Court
Explanation :
District judges administer justice in India at a district level. According to Article 235 of the Indian Constitution, they are under administrative control of the High Court of the State to which the district concerned belongs.
[5] An appeal to the High Court lies in case the Session Court has awarded the punishment of –
A.
one year or more
B.
two years or more
C.
three years or more
D.
four years or more
Ans:
four years or more
Explanation :
Under various Central and State enactments, the High Court has been conferred with appellate as well as revisional jurisdiction. Any person convicted on a trial held by a Sessions Judge or an Additional Sessions Judge or on a trial held by any other Court, in which a sentence of imprisonment for more than seven years [has been passed against him or against any other person convicted at the same trial] ; may appeal to the High Court.
[6] Which of the following is not a Union Territory?
A.
Dadra and Nagar Haveli
B.
Lakshadweep
C.
Puducherry
D.
Nagaland
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It was formally inaugurated as a state on 1 December 1963 and Kohima was declared as its capital. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east and Manipur to the south.
[7] The term of office of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India is –
A.
3 years
B.
4 years
C.
5 years
D.
6 years
Ans:
6 years
Explanation :
The term length of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India is 6 yrs or up to 65 yrs of age (whichever is earlier). He is an authority, established by the Constitution of India under Chapter V, who audits all receipts and expenditure of the Government of India and the state governments, including those of bodies and authorities substantially financed by the government.
[8] Who was the first Chief Election Commissioner of India?
A.
G.V. Maviankar
B.
T. Swaminathan
C.
K.V.K. Sundaram
D.
Sukumar Sen
Ans:
Sukumar Sen
Explanation :
Sukumar Sen was an Indian civil servant who was the first Chief Election Commissioner of India, serving from 21 March, 1950 to 19 December, 1958. Under his leadership, the Election Commission successfully administered and oversaw independent India's first two general elections, in 1951-52 and in 1957.
[9] In which year were the States recognized on a linguustic basis?
A.
1951
B.
1947
C.
1950
D.
1956
Ans:
1956
Explanation :
Indian slates were reorganized on 1 November 1956 under the States Reorganization Act, 1956. Andhra State was merged with the Telugu-speaking area of Hyderabad state (also known as Telangana) to create Andhra Pradesh in 1956. Similarly Kerala in the south and three states (Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh) came into being in the Hindi speaking area. West Bengal, Rajasthan, and Punjab were enlarged by addition of territories.
[10] The State Election Commission conducts, controls and supervises Municipal elections under -
A.
Article 240 (A)
B.
Article 241 (B)
C.
Article 243 (K)
D.
Article 245 (D)
Ans:
Article 243 (K)
Explanation :
According to Article 243 (K), the superintendence, rp direction and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for, and the conduct of, all elections to local bodies shall be vested in a State Election Commission consisting of a State Election Commissioner to be appointed by the Governor.
[11] Which committee had first of all recommended three-tier Panchayati Raj in India in 1957?
A.
Balwant Rai Committee
B.
Ashok Mehta Committee
C.
Setalwad Committee
D.
Hanumantayaa Committee
Ans:
Balwant Rai Committee
Explanation :
Balwant Rai Mehta Committee had first of all recommended three-tier Panchayati Raj in India in 1957. The Act aims to provide a 3-tier system of Panchayati Raj for all States having a population of over 2 million, to hold Panchayat elections regularly every 5 years.
[12] The constitutional status has been given to Panchayats under Article.
A.
219
B.
226
C.
239
D.
243
Ans:
243
Explanation :
Article 243 gives constitutional status to the Panchayats.
[13] The Constitution of India mandates that the elections of the Panchayati Raj should be held regularly after a gap of:
A.
2 years
B.
3 years
C.
4 years
D.
5 years
Ans:
5 years
Explanation :
Article 243 E mentioned duration of Panchayat is for five years from the date of appointment.
[14] The Members of Rajya Sabha are elected for a term of –
A.
Two years
B.
Four years
C.
Six years
D.
Five years
Ans:
Six years
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third Members of Rajya Sabha retire after every second year. A member who is elected for a full term serves for a period of six years.
[15] In which year was the High Court in Madras established?
A.
1862
B.
1871
C.
1881
D.
1891
Ans:
1862
Explanation :
Madras High Court established in 1862. It consists of 74 Judges and a chief justice. Sanjay Kishan Kaul is present Chief justice of Madras court.
[16] The mobile court in India is brainchild of :
A.
Justice Bhagwati
B.
Mt Rajiv Gandhi
C.
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
D.
Mrs. Pratibha Patil
Ans:
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Explanation :
It is said to be a brainchild of former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the concept of mobile court is based on the pressing need to take the administration of civil and criminal justice closer to the people so that those living in remote areas are able to benefit without incurring the expenses of travelling to courts at distant places.
[17] What is the maximum strength prescribed for State Legislative Assemblies?
A.
350
B.
600
C.
500
D.
750
Ans:
500
Explanation :
Its maximum size as outlined in the Constitution of India is not more than 500 members and not less than 60. However, the size of the Vidhan Sabha can be less than 60 members through an Act of Parliament, such is the case in the states of Goa, Sikkim and Mizoram.
[18] Upto what age, can the judges of Supreme Court serve?
A.
62 years
B.
68 years
C.
65 years
D.
70 years
Ans:
65 years
Explanation :
The Judge of Supreme Court can serve up to 65 years of age.
[19] According to the Indian Constistution, the vacancy in the office of the President of India shall be filled within –
A.
1 month
B.
6 months
C.
3 months
D.
1 year
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
Article 62 of the Indian Constitution says that 'An election to fill a vacancy in the office of President occurring by reason of his death, resignation or removal, or otherwise shall be held as soon as possible after, and in no case later than six months from, the date of occurrence of the vacancy, and the person elected to fill the vacancy shall, subject to the provisions of Article 56, be entitled to hold office for the full term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.'
[20] In Indian Republic, the real executiveauthority tests with the –
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Bureaucrats
D.
Council of Ministers
Ans:
Council of Ministers
Explanation :
The President is the constitutional head of Executive of the Union. Real executive power vests in a Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister as head. Article 74(A) of the Constitution provides that there shall be a Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister to aid and advise the President who shall, in exercise of his functions, act in accordance with such advice.
[21] In Indian Constitution, fundamental rights were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
USA
B.
UK
C.
USSR
D.
None of these
Ans:
USA
Explanation :
The following features of the Indian Constitution were borrowed from the Constitution of the USA: Fundamental Rights, Independence ofJudiciary, Judicial Review, Impeachment of the President, Removal of Supreme Court and High Court Judges and the Post of Vice President.
[22] 'The Right to Public Office' is a –
A.
Civil right
B.
Economic right
C.
Moral right
D.
Political right
Ans:
Civil right
Explanation :
Civil rights include the ensuring of peoples' physical and mental integrity, life and safety; protection from discrimination on grounds such as physical or mental disability, gender, religion, race, national origin, age, status as a member of the uniformed services, sexual orientation, or gender identity; and individual rights such as privacy, the freedoms of thought and conscience, speech and expression, religion, the press, and movement. Right to public offices means that no citizen should be prohibited to hold any public office under the State on the grounds of religion, caste, race, sex or language or any of them. It is a civil right.
[23] Citizens of India can vote at the age of –
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
22 years
D.
25 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
The minimum age of voting in India was lowered from 21 to 18 years by the 61st Amendment Act in 1988 read with Act 21 of 1989.
[24] What is the minimum age prescribed in India for its citizens to cast their vote?
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
16 years
D.
20 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
Every citizen of India who is over 18 years of age, irrespective of gender, caste, religion or race, who is otherwise not disqualified, is eligible to vote.
[25] Who among the following was the first Law Minister of India?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad
C.
Dr BR Ambedkar
D.
T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr BR Ambedkar
Explanation :
Jawaharlal Nehru took charge as the first Prime Minister of India on 15 August 1947, and chose 15 other members for his cabinet in which B. R. Ambedkar was the first law minister of India.
Explanation :
The Panchayat Raj system was first adopted by Nagaur district of Rajasthan on 2 October 1958, Andhra Pradesh soon followed the suite. Panchayati Raj is the oldest system of local government in the Indian subcontinent.
[4] District Judge is under the control of –
A.
State Government
B.
High Court
C.
Supreme Court
D.
Governor
Ans:
High Court
Explanation :
District judges administer justice in India at a district level. According to Article 235 of the Indian Constitution, they are under administrative control of the High Court of the State to which the district concerned belongs.
[5] An appeal to the High Court lies in case the Session Court has awarded the punishment of –
A.
one year or more
B.
two years or more
C.
three years or more
D.
four years or more
Ans:
four years or more
Explanation :
Under various Central and State enactments, the High Court has been conferred with appellate as well as revisional jurisdiction. Any person convicted on a trial held by a Sessions Judge or an Additional Sessions Judge or on a trial held by any other Court, in which a sentence of imprisonment for more than seven years [has been passed against him or against any other person convicted at the same trial] ; may appeal to the High Court.
[6] Which of the following is not a Union Territory?
A.
Dadra and Nagar Haveli
B.
Lakshadweep
C.
Puducherry
D.
Nagaland
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It was formally inaugurated as a state on 1 December 1963 and Kohima was declared as its capital. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east and Manipur to the south.
[7] The term of office of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India is –
A.
3 years
B.
4 years
C.
5 years
D.
6 years
Ans:
6 years
Explanation :
The term length of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India is 6 yrs or up to 65 yrs of age (whichever is earlier). He is an authority, established by the Constitution of India under Chapter V, who audits all receipts and expenditure of the Government of India and the state governments, including those of bodies and authorities substantially financed by the government.
[8] Who was the first Chief Election Commissioner of India?
A.
G.V. Maviankar
B.
T. Swaminathan
C.
K.V.K. Sundaram
D.
Sukumar Sen
Ans:
Sukumar Sen
Explanation :
Sukumar Sen was an Indian civil servant who was the first Chief Election Commissioner of India, serving from 21 March, 1950 to 19 December, 1958. Under his leadership, the Election Commission successfully administered and oversaw independent India's first two general elections, in 1951-52 and in 1957.
[9] In which year were the States recognized on a linguustic basis?
A.
1951
B.
1947
C.
1950
D.
1956
Ans:
1956
Explanation :
Indian slates were reorganized on 1 November 1956 under the States Reorganization Act, 1956. Andhra State was merged with the Telugu-speaking area of Hyderabad state (also known as Telangana) to create Andhra Pradesh in 1956. Similarly Kerala in the south and three states (Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh) came into being in the Hindi speaking area. West Bengal, Rajasthan, and Punjab were enlarged by addition of territories.
[10] The State Election Commission conducts, controls and supervises Municipal elections under -
A.
Article 240 (A)
B.
Article 241 (B)
C.
Article 243 (K)
D.
Article 245 (D)
Ans:
Article 243 (K)
Explanation :
According to Article 243 (K), the superintendence, rp direction and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for, and the conduct of, all elections to local bodies shall be vested in a State Election Commission consisting of a State Election Commissioner to be appointed by the Governor.
[11] Which committee had first of all recommended three-tier Panchayati Raj in India in 1957?
A.
Balwant Rai Committee
B.
Ashok Mehta Committee
C.
Setalwad Committee
D.
Hanumantayaa Committee
Ans:
Balwant Rai Committee
Explanation :
Balwant Rai Mehta Committee had first of all recommended three-tier Panchayati Raj in India in 1957. The Act aims to provide a 3-tier system of Panchayati Raj for all States having a population of over 2 million, to hold Panchayat elections regularly every 5 years.
[12] The constitutional status has been given to Panchayats under Article.
A.
219
B.
226
C.
239
D.
243
Ans:
243
Explanation :
Article 243 gives constitutional status to the Panchayats.
[13] The Constitution of India mandates that the elections of the Panchayati Raj should be held regularly after a gap of:
A.
2 years
B.
3 years
C.
4 years
D.
5 years
Ans:
5 years
Explanation :
Article 243 E mentioned duration of Panchayat is for five years from the date of appointment.
[14] The Members of Rajya Sabha are elected for a term of –
A.
Two years
B.
Four years
C.
Six years
D.
Five years
Ans:
Six years
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third Members of Rajya Sabha retire after every second year. A member who is elected for a full term serves for a period of six years.
[15] In which year was the High Court in Madras established?
A.
1862
B.
1871
C.
1881
D.
1891
Ans:
1862
Explanation :
Madras High Court established in 1862. It consists of 74 Judges and a chief justice. Sanjay Kishan Kaul is present Chief justice of Madras court.
[16] The mobile court in India is brainchild of :
A.
Justice Bhagwati
B.
Mt Rajiv Gandhi
C.
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
D.
Mrs. Pratibha Patil
Ans:
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Explanation :
It is said to be a brainchild of former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the concept of mobile court is based on the pressing need to take the administration of civil and criminal justice closer to the people so that those living in remote areas are able to benefit without incurring the expenses of travelling to courts at distant places.
[17] What is the maximum strength prescribed for State Legislative Assemblies?
A.
350
B.
600
C.
500
D.
750
Ans:
500
Explanation :
Its maximum size as outlined in the Constitution of India is not more than 500 members and not less than 60. However, the size of the Vidhan Sabha can be less than 60 members through an Act of Parliament, such is the case in the states of Goa, Sikkim and Mizoram.
[18] Upto what age, can the judges of Supreme Court serve?
A.
62 years
B.
68 years
C.
65 years
D.
70 years
Ans:
65 years
Explanation :
The Judge of Supreme Court can serve up to 65 years of age.
[19] According to the Indian Constistution, the vacancy in the office of the President of India shall be filled within –
A.
1 month
B.
6 months
C.
3 months
D.
1 year
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
Article 62 of the Indian Constitution says that 'An election to fill a vacancy in the office of President occurring by reason of his death, resignation or removal, or otherwise shall be held as soon as possible after, and in no case later than six months from, the date of occurrence of the vacancy, and the person elected to fill the vacancy shall, subject to the provisions of Article 56, be entitled to hold office for the full term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.'
[20] In Indian Republic, the real executiveauthority tests with the –
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Bureaucrats
D.
Council of Ministers
Ans:
Council of Ministers
Explanation :
The President is the constitutional head of Executive of the Union. Real executive power vests in a Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister as head. Article 74(A) of the Constitution provides that there shall be a Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister to aid and advise the President who shall, in exercise of his functions, act in accordance with such advice.
[21] In Indian Constitution, fundamental rights were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
USA
B.
UK
C.
USSR
D.
None of these
Ans:
USA
Explanation :
The following features of the Indian Constitution were borrowed from the Constitution of the USA: Fundamental Rights, Independence ofJudiciary, Judicial Review, Impeachment of the President, Removal of Supreme Court and High Court Judges and the Post of Vice President.
[22] 'The Right to Public Office' is a –
A.
Civil right
B.
Economic right
C.
Moral right
D.
Political right
Ans:
Civil right
Explanation :
Civil rights include the ensuring of peoples' physical and mental integrity, life and safety; protection from discrimination on grounds such as physical or mental disability, gender, religion, race, national origin, age, status as a member of the uniformed services, sexual orientation, or gender identity; and individual rights such as privacy, the freedoms of thought and conscience, speech and expression, religion, the press, and movement. Right to public offices means that no citizen should be prohibited to hold any public office under the State on the grounds of religion, caste, race, sex or language or any of them. It is a civil right.
[23] Citizens of India can vote at the age of –
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
22 years
D.
25 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
The minimum age of voting in India was lowered from 21 to 18 years by the 61st Amendment Act in 1988 read with Act 21 of 1989.
[24] What is the minimum age prescribed in India for its citizens to cast their vote?
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
16 years
D.
20 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
Every citizen of India who is over 18 years of age, irrespective of gender, caste, religion or race, who is otherwise not disqualified, is eligible to vote.
[25] Who among the following was the first Law Minister of India?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad
C.
Dr BR Ambedkar
D.
T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr BR Ambedkar
Explanation :
Jawaharlal Nehru took charge as the first Prime Minister of India on 15 August 1947, and chose 15 other members for his cabinet in which B. R. Ambedkar was the first law minister of India.
Explanation :
Under various Central and State enactments, the High Court has been conferred with appellate as well as revisional jurisdiction. Any person convicted on a trial held by a Sessions Judge or an Additional Sessions Judge or on a trial held by any other Court, in which a sentence of imprisonment for more than seven years [has been passed against him or against any other person convicted at the same trial] ; may appeal to the High Court.
[6] Which of the following is not a Union Territory?
A.
Dadra and Nagar Haveli
B.
Lakshadweep
C.
Puducherry
D.
Nagaland
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It was formally inaugurated as a state on 1 December 1963 and Kohima was declared as its capital. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east and Manipur to the south.
[7] The term of office of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India is –
A.
3 years
B.
4 years
C.
5 years
D.
6 years
Ans:
6 years
Explanation :
The term length of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India is 6 yrs or up to 65 yrs of age (whichever is earlier). He is an authority, established by the Constitution of India under Chapter V, who audits all receipts and expenditure of the Government of India and the state governments, including those of bodies and authorities substantially financed by the government.
[8] Who was the first Chief Election Commissioner of India?
A.
G.V. Maviankar
B.
T. Swaminathan
C.
K.V.K. Sundaram
D.
Sukumar Sen
Ans:
Sukumar Sen
Explanation :
Sukumar Sen was an Indian civil servant who was the first Chief Election Commissioner of India, serving from 21 March, 1950 to 19 December, 1958. Under his leadership, the Election Commission successfully administered and oversaw independent India's first two general elections, in 1951-52 and in 1957.
[9] In which year were the States recognized on a linguustic basis?
A.
1951
B.
1947
C.
1950
D.
1956
Ans:
1956
Explanation :
Indian slates were reorganized on 1 November 1956 under the States Reorganization Act, 1956. Andhra State was merged with the Telugu-speaking area of Hyderabad state (also known as Telangana) to create Andhra Pradesh in 1956. Similarly Kerala in the south and three states (Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh) came into being in the Hindi speaking area. West Bengal, Rajasthan, and Punjab were enlarged by addition of territories.
[10] The State Election Commission conducts, controls and supervises Municipal elections under -
A.
Article 240 (A)
B.
Article 241 (B)
C.
Article 243 (K)
D.
Article 245 (D)
Ans:
Article 243 (K)
Explanation :
According to Article 243 (K), the superintendence, rp direction and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for, and the conduct of, all elections to local bodies shall be vested in a State Election Commission consisting of a State Election Commissioner to be appointed by the Governor.
[11] Which committee had first of all recommended three-tier Panchayati Raj in India in 1957?
A.
Balwant Rai Committee
B.
Ashok Mehta Committee
C.
Setalwad Committee
D.
Hanumantayaa Committee
Ans:
Balwant Rai Committee
Explanation :
Balwant Rai Mehta Committee had first of all recommended three-tier Panchayati Raj in India in 1957. The Act aims to provide a 3-tier system of Panchayati Raj for all States having a population of over 2 million, to hold Panchayat elections regularly every 5 years.
[12] The constitutional status has been given to Panchayats under Article.
A.
219
B.
226
C.
239
D.
243
Ans:
243
Explanation :
Article 243 gives constitutional status to the Panchayats.
[13] The Constitution of India mandates that the elections of the Panchayati Raj should be held regularly after a gap of:
A.
2 years
B.
3 years
C.
4 years
D.
5 years
Ans:
5 years
Explanation :
Article 243 E mentioned duration of Panchayat is for five years from the date of appointment.
[14] The Members of Rajya Sabha are elected for a term of –
A.
Two years
B.
Four years
C.
Six years
D.
Five years
Ans:
Six years
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third Members of Rajya Sabha retire after every second year. A member who is elected for a full term serves for a period of six years.
[15] In which year was the High Court in Madras established?
A.
1862
B.
1871
C.
1881
D.
1891
Ans:
1862
Explanation :
Madras High Court established in 1862. It consists of 74 Judges and a chief justice. Sanjay Kishan Kaul is present Chief justice of Madras court.
[16] The mobile court in India is brainchild of :
A.
Justice Bhagwati
B.
Mt Rajiv Gandhi
C.
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
D.
Mrs. Pratibha Patil
Ans:
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Explanation :
It is said to be a brainchild of former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the concept of mobile court is based on the pressing need to take the administration of civil and criminal justice closer to the people so that those living in remote areas are able to benefit without incurring the expenses of travelling to courts at distant places.
[17] What is the maximum strength prescribed for State Legislative Assemblies?
A.
350
B.
600
C.
500
D.
750
Ans:
500
Explanation :
Its maximum size as outlined in the Constitution of India is not more than 500 members and not less than 60. However, the size of the Vidhan Sabha can be less than 60 members through an Act of Parliament, such is the case in the states of Goa, Sikkim and Mizoram.
[18] Upto what age, can the judges of Supreme Court serve?
A.
62 years
B.
68 years
C.
65 years
D.
70 years
Ans:
65 years
Explanation :
The Judge of Supreme Court can serve up to 65 years of age.
[19] According to the Indian Constistution, the vacancy in the office of the President of India shall be filled within –
A.
1 month
B.
6 months
C.
3 months
D.
1 year
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
Article 62 of the Indian Constitution says that 'An election to fill a vacancy in the office of President occurring by reason of his death, resignation or removal, or otherwise shall be held as soon as possible after, and in no case later than six months from, the date of occurrence of the vacancy, and the person elected to fill the vacancy shall, subject to the provisions of Article 56, be entitled to hold office for the full term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.'
[20] In Indian Republic, the real executiveauthority tests with the –
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Bureaucrats
D.
Council of Ministers
Ans:
Council of Ministers
Explanation :
The President is the constitutional head of Executive of the Union. Real executive power vests in a Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister as head. Article 74(A) of the Constitution provides that there shall be a Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister to aid and advise the President who shall, in exercise of his functions, act in accordance with such advice.
[21] In Indian Constitution, fundamental rights were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
USA
B.
UK
C.
USSR
D.
None of these
Ans:
USA
Explanation :
The following features of the Indian Constitution were borrowed from the Constitution of the USA: Fundamental Rights, Independence ofJudiciary, Judicial Review, Impeachment of the President, Removal of Supreme Court and High Court Judges and the Post of Vice President.
[22] 'The Right to Public Office' is a –
A.
Civil right
B.
Economic right
C.
Moral right
D.
Political right
Ans:
Civil right
Explanation :
Civil rights include the ensuring of peoples' physical and mental integrity, life and safety; protection from discrimination on grounds such as physical or mental disability, gender, religion, race, national origin, age, status as a member of the uniformed services, sexual orientation, or gender identity; and individual rights such as privacy, the freedoms of thought and conscience, speech and expression, religion, the press, and movement. Right to public offices means that no citizen should be prohibited to hold any public office under the State on the grounds of religion, caste, race, sex or language or any of them. It is a civil right.
[23] Citizens of India can vote at the age of –
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
22 years
D.
25 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
The minimum age of voting in India was lowered from 21 to 18 years by the 61st Amendment Act in 1988 read with Act 21 of 1989.
[24] What is the minimum age prescribed in India for its citizens to cast their vote?
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
16 years
D.
20 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
Every citizen of India who is over 18 years of age, irrespective of gender, caste, religion or race, who is otherwise not disqualified, is eligible to vote.
[25] Who among the following was the first Law Minister of India?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad
C.
Dr BR Ambedkar
D.
T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr BR Ambedkar
Explanation :
Jawaharlal Nehru took charge as the first Prime Minister of India on 15 August 1947, and chose 15 other members for his cabinet in which B. R. Ambedkar was the first law minister of India.
Explanation :
The term length of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India is 6 yrs or up to 65 yrs of age (whichever is earlier). He is an authority, established by the Constitution of India under Chapter V, who audits all receipts and expenditure of the Government of India and the state governments, including those of bodies and authorities substantially financed by the government.
[8] Who was the first Chief Election Commissioner of India?
A.
G.V. Maviankar
B.
T. Swaminathan
C.
K.V.K. Sundaram
D.
Sukumar Sen
Ans:
Sukumar Sen
Explanation :
Sukumar Sen was an Indian civil servant who was the first Chief Election Commissioner of India, serving from 21 March, 1950 to 19 December, 1958. Under his leadership, the Election Commission successfully administered and oversaw independent India's first two general elections, in 1951-52 and in 1957.
[9] In which year were the States recognized on a linguustic basis?
A.
1951
B.
1947
C.
1950
D.
1956
Ans:
1956
Explanation :
Indian slates were reorganized on 1 November 1956 under the States Reorganization Act, 1956. Andhra State was merged with the Telugu-speaking area of Hyderabad state (also known as Telangana) to create Andhra Pradesh in 1956. Similarly Kerala in the south and three states (Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh) came into being in the Hindi speaking area. West Bengal, Rajasthan, and Punjab were enlarged by addition of territories.
[10] The State Election Commission conducts, controls and supervises Municipal elections under -
A.
Article 240 (A)
B.
Article 241 (B)
C.
Article 243 (K)
D.
Article 245 (D)
Ans:
Article 243 (K)
Explanation :
According to Article 243 (K), the superintendence, rp direction and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for, and the conduct of, all elections to local bodies shall be vested in a State Election Commission consisting of a State Election Commissioner to be appointed by the Governor.
[11] Which committee had first of all recommended three-tier Panchayati Raj in India in 1957?
A.
Balwant Rai Committee
B.
Ashok Mehta Committee
C.
Setalwad Committee
D.
Hanumantayaa Committee
Ans:
Balwant Rai Committee
Explanation :
Balwant Rai Mehta Committee had first of all recommended three-tier Panchayati Raj in India in 1957. The Act aims to provide a 3-tier system of Panchayati Raj for all States having a population of over 2 million, to hold Panchayat elections regularly every 5 years.
[12] The constitutional status has been given to Panchayats under Article.
A.
219
B.
226
C.
239
D.
243
Ans:
243
Explanation :
Article 243 gives constitutional status to the Panchayats.
[13] The Constitution of India mandates that the elections of the Panchayati Raj should be held regularly after a gap of:
A.
2 years
B.
3 years
C.
4 years
D.
5 years
Ans:
5 years
Explanation :
Article 243 E mentioned duration of Panchayat is for five years from the date of appointment.
[14] The Members of Rajya Sabha are elected for a term of –
A.
Two years
B.
Four years
C.
Six years
D.
Five years
Ans:
Six years
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third Members of Rajya Sabha retire after every second year. A member who is elected for a full term serves for a period of six years.
[15] In which year was the High Court in Madras established?
A.
1862
B.
1871
C.
1881
D.
1891
Ans:
1862
Explanation :
Madras High Court established in 1862. It consists of 74 Judges and a chief justice. Sanjay Kishan Kaul is present Chief justice of Madras court.
[16] The mobile court in India is brainchild of :
A.
Justice Bhagwati
B.
Mt Rajiv Gandhi
C.
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
D.
Mrs. Pratibha Patil
Ans:
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Explanation :
It is said to be a brainchild of former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the concept of mobile court is based on the pressing need to take the administration of civil and criminal justice closer to the people so that those living in remote areas are able to benefit without incurring the expenses of travelling to courts at distant places.
[17] What is the maximum strength prescribed for State Legislative Assemblies?
A.
350
B.
600
C.
500
D.
750
Ans:
500
Explanation :
Its maximum size as outlined in the Constitution of India is not more than 500 members and not less than 60. However, the size of the Vidhan Sabha can be less than 60 members through an Act of Parliament, such is the case in the states of Goa, Sikkim and Mizoram.
[18] Upto what age, can the judges of Supreme Court serve?
A.
62 years
B.
68 years
C.
65 years
D.
70 years
Ans:
65 years
Explanation :
The Judge of Supreme Court can serve up to 65 years of age.
[19] According to the Indian Constistution, the vacancy in the office of the President of India shall be filled within –
A.
1 month
B.
6 months
C.
3 months
D.
1 year
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
Article 62 of the Indian Constitution says that 'An election to fill a vacancy in the office of President occurring by reason of his death, resignation or removal, or otherwise shall be held as soon as possible after, and in no case later than six months from, the date of occurrence of the vacancy, and the person elected to fill the vacancy shall, subject to the provisions of Article 56, be entitled to hold office for the full term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.'
[20] In Indian Republic, the real executiveauthority tests with the –
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Bureaucrats
D.
Council of Ministers
Ans:
Council of Ministers
Explanation :
The President is the constitutional head of Executive of the Union. Real executive power vests in a Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister as head. Article 74(A) of the Constitution provides that there shall be a Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister to aid and advise the President who shall, in exercise of his functions, act in accordance with such advice.
[21] In Indian Constitution, fundamental rights were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
USA
B.
UK
C.
USSR
D.
None of these
Ans:
USA
Explanation :
The following features of the Indian Constitution were borrowed from the Constitution of the USA: Fundamental Rights, Independence ofJudiciary, Judicial Review, Impeachment of the President, Removal of Supreme Court and High Court Judges and the Post of Vice President.
[22] 'The Right to Public Office' is a –
A.
Civil right
B.
Economic right
C.
Moral right
D.
Political right
Ans:
Civil right
Explanation :
Civil rights include the ensuring of peoples' physical and mental integrity, life and safety; protection from discrimination on grounds such as physical or mental disability, gender, religion, race, national origin, age, status as a member of the uniformed services, sexual orientation, or gender identity; and individual rights such as privacy, the freedoms of thought and conscience, speech and expression, religion, the press, and movement. Right to public offices means that no citizen should be prohibited to hold any public office under the State on the grounds of religion, caste, race, sex or language or any of them. It is a civil right.
[23] Citizens of India can vote at the age of –
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
22 years
D.
25 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
The minimum age of voting in India was lowered from 21 to 18 years by the 61st Amendment Act in 1988 read with Act 21 of 1989.
[24] What is the minimum age prescribed in India for its citizens to cast their vote?
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
16 years
D.
20 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
Every citizen of India who is over 18 years of age, irrespective of gender, caste, religion or race, who is otherwise not disqualified, is eligible to vote.
[25] Who among the following was the first Law Minister of India?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad
C.
Dr BR Ambedkar
D.
T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr BR Ambedkar
Explanation :
Jawaharlal Nehru took charge as the first Prime Minister of India on 15 August 1947, and chose 15 other members for his cabinet in which B. R. Ambedkar was the first law minister of India.
Explanation :
Indian slates were reorganized on 1 November 1956 under the States Reorganization Act, 1956. Andhra State was merged with the Telugu-speaking area of Hyderabad state (also known as Telangana) to create Andhra Pradesh in 1956. Similarly Kerala in the south and three states (Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh) came into being in the Hindi speaking area. West Bengal, Rajasthan, and Punjab were enlarged by addition of territories.
[10] The State Election Commission conducts, controls and supervises Municipal elections under -
A.
Article 240 (A)
B.
Article 241 (B)
C.
Article 243 (K)
D.
Article 245 (D)
Ans:
Article 243 (K)
Explanation :
According to Article 243 (K), the superintendence, rp direction and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for, and the conduct of, all elections to local bodies shall be vested in a State Election Commission consisting of a State Election Commissioner to be appointed by the Governor.
[11] Which committee had first of all recommended three-tier Panchayati Raj in India in 1957?
A.
Balwant Rai Committee
B.
Ashok Mehta Committee
C.
Setalwad Committee
D.
Hanumantayaa Committee
Ans:
Balwant Rai Committee
Explanation :
Balwant Rai Mehta Committee had first of all recommended three-tier Panchayati Raj in India in 1957. The Act aims to provide a 3-tier system of Panchayati Raj for all States having a population of over 2 million, to hold Panchayat elections regularly every 5 years.
[12] The constitutional status has been given to Panchayats under Article.
A.
219
B.
226
C.
239
D.
243
Ans:
243
Explanation :
Article 243 gives constitutional status to the Panchayats.
[13] The Constitution of India mandates that the elections of the Panchayati Raj should be held regularly after a gap of:
A.
2 years
B.
3 years
C.
4 years
D.
5 years
Ans:
5 years
Explanation :
Article 243 E mentioned duration of Panchayat is for five years from the date of appointment.
[14] The Members of Rajya Sabha are elected for a term of –
A.
Two years
B.
Four years
C.
Six years
D.
Five years
Ans:
Six years
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third Members of Rajya Sabha retire after every second year. A member who is elected for a full term serves for a period of six years.
[15] In which year was the High Court in Madras established?
A.
1862
B.
1871
C.
1881
D.
1891
Ans:
1862
Explanation :
Madras High Court established in 1862. It consists of 74 Judges and a chief justice. Sanjay Kishan Kaul is present Chief justice of Madras court.
[16] The mobile court in India is brainchild of :
A.
Justice Bhagwati
B.
Mt Rajiv Gandhi
C.
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
D.
Mrs. Pratibha Patil
Ans:
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Explanation :
It is said to be a brainchild of former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the concept of mobile court is based on the pressing need to take the administration of civil and criminal justice closer to the people so that those living in remote areas are able to benefit without incurring the expenses of travelling to courts at distant places.
[17] What is the maximum strength prescribed for State Legislative Assemblies?
A.
350
B.
600
C.
500
D.
750
Ans:
500
Explanation :
Its maximum size as outlined in the Constitution of India is not more than 500 members and not less than 60. However, the size of the Vidhan Sabha can be less than 60 members through an Act of Parliament, such is the case in the states of Goa, Sikkim and Mizoram.
[18] Upto what age, can the judges of Supreme Court serve?
A.
62 years
B.
68 years
C.
65 years
D.
70 years
Ans:
65 years
Explanation :
The Judge of Supreme Court can serve up to 65 years of age.
[19] According to the Indian Constistution, the vacancy in the office of the President of India shall be filled within –
A.
1 month
B.
6 months
C.
3 months
D.
1 year
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
Article 62 of the Indian Constitution says that 'An election to fill a vacancy in the office of President occurring by reason of his death, resignation or removal, or otherwise shall be held as soon as possible after, and in no case later than six months from, the date of occurrence of the vacancy, and the person elected to fill the vacancy shall, subject to the provisions of Article 56, be entitled to hold office for the full term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.'
[20] In Indian Republic, the real executiveauthority tests with the –
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Bureaucrats
D.
Council of Ministers
Ans:
Council of Ministers
Explanation :
The President is the constitutional head of Executive of the Union. Real executive power vests in a Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister as head. Article 74(A) of the Constitution provides that there shall be a Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister to aid and advise the President who shall, in exercise of his functions, act in accordance with such advice.
[21] In Indian Constitution, fundamental rights were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
USA
B.
UK
C.
USSR
D.
None of these
Ans:
USA
Explanation :
The following features of the Indian Constitution were borrowed from the Constitution of the USA: Fundamental Rights, Independence ofJudiciary, Judicial Review, Impeachment of the President, Removal of Supreme Court and High Court Judges and the Post of Vice President.
[22] 'The Right to Public Office' is a –
A.
Civil right
B.
Economic right
C.
Moral right
D.
Political right
Ans:
Civil right
Explanation :
Civil rights include the ensuring of peoples' physical and mental integrity, life and safety; protection from discrimination on grounds such as physical or mental disability, gender, religion, race, national origin, age, status as a member of the uniformed services, sexual orientation, or gender identity; and individual rights such as privacy, the freedoms of thought and conscience, speech and expression, religion, the press, and movement. Right to public offices means that no citizen should be prohibited to hold any public office under the State on the grounds of religion, caste, race, sex or language or any of them. It is a civil right.
[23] Citizens of India can vote at the age of –
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
22 years
D.
25 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
The minimum age of voting in India was lowered from 21 to 18 years by the 61st Amendment Act in 1988 read with Act 21 of 1989.
[24] What is the minimum age prescribed in India for its citizens to cast their vote?
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
16 years
D.
20 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
Every citizen of India who is over 18 years of age, irrespective of gender, caste, religion or race, who is otherwise not disqualified, is eligible to vote.
[25] Who among the following was the first Law Minister of India?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad
C.
Dr BR Ambedkar
D.
T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr BR Ambedkar
Explanation :
Jawaharlal Nehru took charge as the first Prime Minister of India on 15 August 1947, and chose 15 other members for his cabinet in which B. R. Ambedkar was the first law minister of India.
Explanation :
Balwant Rai Mehta Committee had first of all recommended three-tier Panchayati Raj in India in 1957. The Act aims to provide a 3-tier system of Panchayati Raj for all States having a population of over 2 million, to hold Panchayat elections regularly every 5 years.
[12] The constitutional status has been given to Panchayats under Article.
A.
219
B.
226
C.
239
D.
243
Ans:
243
Explanation :
Article 243 gives constitutional status to the Panchayats.
[13] The Constitution of India mandates that the elections of the Panchayati Raj should be held regularly after a gap of:
A.
2 years
B.
3 years
C.
4 years
D.
5 years
Ans:
5 years
Explanation :
Article 243 E mentioned duration of Panchayat is for five years from the date of appointment.
[14] The Members of Rajya Sabha are elected for a term of –
A.
Two years
B.
Four years
C.
Six years
D.
Five years
Ans:
Six years
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third Members of Rajya Sabha retire after every second year. A member who is elected for a full term serves for a period of six years.
[15] In which year was the High Court in Madras established?
A.
1862
B.
1871
C.
1881
D.
1891
Ans:
1862
Explanation :
Madras High Court established in 1862. It consists of 74 Judges and a chief justice. Sanjay Kishan Kaul is present Chief justice of Madras court.
[16] The mobile court in India is brainchild of :
A.
Justice Bhagwati
B.
Mt Rajiv Gandhi
C.
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
D.
Mrs. Pratibha Patil
Ans:
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Explanation :
It is said to be a brainchild of former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the concept of mobile court is based on the pressing need to take the administration of civil and criminal justice closer to the people so that those living in remote areas are able to benefit without incurring the expenses of travelling to courts at distant places.
[17] What is the maximum strength prescribed for State Legislative Assemblies?
A.
350
B.
600
C.
500
D.
750
Ans:
500
Explanation :
Its maximum size as outlined in the Constitution of India is not more than 500 members and not less than 60. However, the size of the Vidhan Sabha can be less than 60 members through an Act of Parliament, such is the case in the states of Goa, Sikkim and Mizoram.
[18] Upto what age, can the judges of Supreme Court serve?
A.
62 years
B.
68 years
C.
65 years
D.
70 years
Ans:
65 years
Explanation :
The Judge of Supreme Court can serve up to 65 years of age.
[19] According to the Indian Constistution, the vacancy in the office of the President of India shall be filled within –
A.
1 month
B.
6 months
C.
3 months
D.
1 year
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
Article 62 of the Indian Constitution says that 'An election to fill a vacancy in the office of President occurring by reason of his death, resignation or removal, or otherwise shall be held as soon as possible after, and in no case later than six months from, the date of occurrence of the vacancy, and the person elected to fill the vacancy shall, subject to the provisions of Article 56, be entitled to hold office for the full term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.'
[20] In Indian Republic, the real executiveauthority tests with the –
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Bureaucrats
D.
Council of Ministers
Ans:
Council of Ministers
Explanation :
The President is the constitutional head of Executive of the Union. Real executive power vests in a Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister as head. Article 74(A) of the Constitution provides that there shall be a Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister to aid and advise the President who shall, in exercise of his functions, act in accordance with such advice.
[21] In Indian Constitution, fundamental rights were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
USA
B.
UK
C.
USSR
D.
None of these
Ans:
USA
Explanation :
The following features of the Indian Constitution were borrowed from the Constitution of the USA: Fundamental Rights, Independence ofJudiciary, Judicial Review, Impeachment of the President, Removal of Supreme Court and High Court Judges and the Post of Vice President.
[22] 'The Right to Public Office' is a –
A.
Civil right
B.
Economic right
C.
Moral right
D.
Political right
Ans:
Civil right
Explanation :
Civil rights include the ensuring of peoples' physical and mental integrity, life and safety; protection from discrimination on grounds such as physical or mental disability, gender, religion, race, national origin, age, status as a member of the uniformed services, sexual orientation, or gender identity; and individual rights such as privacy, the freedoms of thought and conscience, speech and expression, religion, the press, and movement. Right to public offices means that no citizen should be prohibited to hold any public office under the State on the grounds of religion, caste, race, sex or language or any of them. It is a civil right.
[23] Citizens of India can vote at the age of –
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
22 years
D.
25 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
The minimum age of voting in India was lowered from 21 to 18 years by the 61st Amendment Act in 1988 read with Act 21 of 1989.
[24] What is the minimum age prescribed in India for its citizens to cast their vote?
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
16 years
D.
20 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
Every citizen of India who is over 18 years of age, irrespective of gender, caste, religion or race, who is otherwise not disqualified, is eligible to vote.
[25] Who among the following was the first Law Minister of India?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad
C.
Dr BR Ambedkar
D.
T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr BR Ambedkar
Explanation :
Jawaharlal Nehru took charge as the first Prime Minister of India on 15 August 1947, and chose 15 other members for his cabinet in which B. R. Ambedkar was the first law minister of India.
Explanation :
Article 243 E mentioned duration of Panchayat is for five years from the date of appointment.
[14] The Members of Rajya Sabha are elected for a term of –
A.
Two years
B.
Four years
C.
Six years
D.
Five years
Ans:
Six years
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third Members of Rajya Sabha retire after every second year. A member who is elected for a full term serves for a period of six years.
[15] In which year was the High Court in Madras established?
A.
1862
B.
1871
C.
1881
D.
1891
Ans:
1862
Explanation :
Madras High Court established in 1862. It consists of 74 Judges and a chief justice. Sanjay Kishan Kaul is present Chief justice of Madras court.
[16] The mobile court in India is brainchild of :
A.
Justice Bhagwati
B.
Mt Rajiv Gandhi
C.
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
D.
Mrs. Pratibha Patil
Ans:
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Explanation :
It is said to be a brainchild of former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the concept of mobile court is based on the pressing need to take the administration of civil and criminal justice closer to the people so that those living in remote areas are able to benefit without incurring the expenses of travelling to courts at distant places.
[17] What is the maximum strength prescribed for State Legislative Assemblies?
A.
350
B.
600
C.
500
D.
750
Ans:
500
Explanation :
Its maximum size as outlined in the Constitution of India is not more than 500 members and not less than 60. However, the size of the Vidhan Sabha can be less than 60 members through an Act of Parliament, such is the case in the states of Goa, Sikkim and Mizoram.
[18] Upto what age, can the judges of Supreme Court serve?
A.
62 years
B.
68 years
C.
65 years
D.
70 years
Ans:
65 years
Explanation :
The Judge of Supreme Court can serve up to 65 years of age.
[19] According to the Indian Constistution, the vacancy in the office of the President of India shall be filled within –
A.
1 month
B.
6 months
C.
3 months
D.
1 year
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
Article 62 of the Indian Constitution says that 'An election to fill a vacancy in the office of President occurring by reason of his death, resignation or removal, or otherwise shall be held as soon as possible after, and in no case later than six months from, the date of occurrence of the vacancy, and the person elected to fill the vacancy shall, subject to the provisions of Article 56, be entitled to hold office for the full term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.'
[20] In Indian Republic, the real executiveauthority tests with the –
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Bureaucrats
D.
Council of Ministers
Ans:
Council of Ministers
Explanation :
The President is the constitutional head of Executive of the Union. Real executive power vests in a Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister as head. Article 74(A) of the Constitution provides that there shall be a Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister to aid and advise the President who shall, in exercise of his functions, act in accordance with such advice.
[21] In Indian Constitution, fundamental rights were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
USA
B.
UK
C.
USSR
D.
None of these
Ans:
USA
Explanation :
The following features of the Indian Constitution were borrowed from the Constitution of the USA: Fundamental Rights, Independence ofJudiciary, Judicial Review, Impeachment of the President, Removal of Supreme Court and High Court Judges and the Post of Vice President.
[22] 'The Right to Public Office' is a –
A.
Civil right
B.
Economic right
C.
Moral right
D.
Political right
Ans:
Civil right
Explanation :
Civil rights include the ensuring of peoples' physical and mental integrity, life and safety; protection from discrimination on grounds such as physical or mental disability, gender, religion, race, national origin, age, status as a member of the uniformed services, sexual orientation, or gender identity; and individual rights such as privacy, the freedoms of thought and conscience, speech and expression, religion, the press, and movement. Right to public offices means that no citizen should be prohibited to hold any public office under the State on the grounds of religion, caste, race, sex or language or any of them. It is a civil right.
[23] Citizens of India can vote at the age of –
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
22 years
D.
25 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
The minimum age of voting in India was lowered from 21 to 18 years by the 61st Amendment Act in 1988 read with Act 21 of 1989.
[24] What is the minimum age prescribed in India for its citizens to cast their vote?
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
16 years
D.
20 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
Every citizen of India who is over 18 years of age, irrespective of gender, caste, religion or race, who is otherwise not disqualified, is eligible to vote.
[25] Who among the following was the first Law Minister of India?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad
C.
Dr BR Ambedkar
D.
T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr BR Ambedkar
Explanation :
Jawaharlal Nehru took charge as the first Prime Minister of India on 15 August 1947, and chose 15 other members for his cabinet in which B. R. Ambedkar was the first law minister of India.
Explanation :
Madras High Court established in 1862. It consists of 74 Judges and a chief justice. Sanjay Kishan Kaul is present Chief justice of Madras court.
[16] The mobile court in India is brainchild of :
A.
Justice Bhagwati
B.
Mt Rajiv Gandhi
C.
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
D.
Mrs. Pratibha Patil
Ans:
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Explanation :
It is said to be a brainchild of former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the concept of mobile court is based on the pressing need to take the administration of civil and criminal justice closer to the people so that those living in remote areas are able to benefit without incurring the expenses of travelling to courts at distant places.
[17] What is the maximum strength prescribed for State Legislative Assemblies?
A.
350
B.
600
C.
500
D.
750
Ans:
500
Explanation :
Its maximum size as outlined in the Constitution of India is not more than 500 members and not less than 60. However, the size of the Vidhan Sabha can be less than 60 members through an Act of Parliament, such is the case in the states of Goa, Sikkim and Mizoram.
[18] Upto what age, can the judges of Supreme Court serve?
A.
62 years
B.
68 years
C.
65 years
D.
70 years
Ans:
65 years
Explanation :
The Judge of Supreme Court can serve up to 65 years of age.
[19] According to the Indian Constistution, the vacancy in the office of the President of India shall be filled within –
A.
1 month
B.
6 months
C.
3 months
D.
1 year
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
Article 62 of the Indian Constitution says that 'An election to fill a vacancy in the office of President occurring by reason of his death, resignation or removal, or otherwise shall be held as soon as possible after, and in no case later than six months from, the date of occurrence of the vacancy, and the person elected to fill the vacancy shall, subject to the provisions of Article 56, be entitled to hold office for the full term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.'
[20] In Indian Republic, the real executiveauthority tests with the –
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Bureaucrats
D.
Council of Ministers
Ans:
Council of Ministers
Explanation :
The President is the constitutional head of Executive of the Union. Real executive power vests in a Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister as head. Article 74(A) of the Constitution provides that there shall be a Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister to aid and advise the President who shall, in exercise of his functions, act in accordance with such advice.
[21] In Indian Constitution, fundamental rights were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
USA
B.
UK
C.
USSR
D.
None of these
Ans:
USA
Explanation :
The following features of the Indian Constitution were borrowed from the Constitution of the USA: Fundamental Rights, Independence ofJudiciary, Judicial Review, Impeachment of the President, Removal of Supreme Court and High Court Judges and the Post of Vice President.
[22] 'The Right to Public Office' is a –
A.
Civil right
B.
Economic right
C.
Moral right
D.
Political right
Ans:
Civil right
Explanation :
Civil rights include the ensuring of peoples' physical and mental integrity, life and safety; protection from discrimination on grounds such as physical or mental disability, gender, religion, race, national origin, age, status as a member of the uniformed services, sexual orientation, or gender identity; and individual rights such as privacy, the freedoms of thought and conscience, speech and expression, religion, the press, and movement. Right to public offices means that no citizen should be prohibited to hold any public office under the State on the grounds of religion, caste, race, sex or language or any of them. It is a civil right.
[23] Citizens of India can vote at the age of –
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
22 years
D.
25 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
The minimum age of voting in India was lowered from 21 to 18 years by the 61st Amendment Act in 1988 read with Act 21 of 1989.
[24] What is the minimum age prescribed in India for its citizens to cast their vote?
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
16 years
D.
20 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
Every citizen of India who is over 18 years of age, irrespective of gender, caste, religion or race, who is otherwise not disqualified, is eligible to vote.
[25] Who among the following was the first Law Minister of India?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad
C.
Dr BR Ambedkar
D.
T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr BR Ambedkar
Explanation :
Jawaharlal Nehru took charge as the first Prime Minister of India on 15 August 1947, and chose 15 other members for his cabinet in which B. R. Ambedkar was the first law minister of India.
Explanation :
Its maximum size as outlined in the Constitution of India is not more than 500 members and not less than 60. However, the size of the Vidhan Sabha can be less than 60 members through an Act of Parliament, such is the case in the states of Goa, Sikkim and Mizoram.
[18] Upto what age, can the judges of Supreme Court serve?
A.
62 years
B.
68 years
C.
65 years
D.
70 years
Ans:
65 years
Explanation :
The Judge of Supreme Court can serve up to 65 years of age.
[19] According to the Indian Constistution, the vacancy in the office of the President of India shall be filled within –
A.
1 month
B.
6 months
C.
3 months
D.
1 year
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
Article 62 of the Indian Constitution says that 'An election to fill a vacancy in the office of President occurring by reason of his death, resignation or removal, or otherwise shall be held as soon as possible after, and in no case later than six months from, the date of occurrence of the vacancy, and the person elected to fill the vacancy shall, subject to the provisions of Article 56, be entitled to hold office for the full term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.'
[20] In Indian Republic, the real executiveauthority tests with the –
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Bureaucrats
D.
Council of Ministers
Ans:
Council of Ministers
Explanation :
The President is the constitutional head of Executive of the Union. Real executive power vests in a Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister as head. Article 74(A) of the Constitution provides that there shall be a Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister to aid and advise the President who shall, in exercise of his functions, act in accordance with such advice.
[21] In Indian Constitution, fundamental rights were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
USA
B.
UK
C.
USSR
D.
None of these
Ans:
USA
Explanation :
The following features of the Indian Constitution were borrowed from the Constitution of the USA: Fundamental Rights, Independence ofJudiciary, Judicial Review, Impeachment of the President, Removal of Supreme Court and High Court Judges and the Post of Vice President.
[22] 'The Right to Public Office' is a –
A.
Civil right
B.
Economic right
C.
Moral right
D.
Political right
Ans:
Civil right
Explanation :
Civil rights include the ensuring of peoples' physical and mental integrity, life and safety; protection from discrimination on grounds such as physical or mental disability, gender, religion, race, national origin, age, status as a member of the uniformed services, sexual orientation, or gender identity; and individual rights such as privacy, the freedoms of thought and conscience, speech and expression, religion, the press, and movement. Right to public offices means that no citizen should be prohibited to hold any public office under the State on the grounds of religion, caste, race, sex or language or any of them. It is a civil right.
[23] Citizens of India can vote at the age of –
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
22 years
D.
25 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
The minimum age of voting in India was lowered from 21 to 18 years by the 61st Amendment Act in 1988 read with Act 21 of 1989.
[24] What is the minimum age prescribed in India for its citizens to cast their vote?
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
16 years
D.
20 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
Every citizen of India who is over 18 years of age, irrespective of gender, caste, religion or race, who is otherwise not disqualified, is eligible to vote.
[25] Who among the following was the first Law Minister of India?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad
C.
Dr BR Ambedkar
D.
T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr BR Ambedkar
Explanation :
Jawaharlal Nehru took charge as the first Prime Minister of India on 15 August 1947, and chose 15 other members for his cabinet in which B. R. Ambedkar was the first law minister of India.
Explanation :
Article 62 of the Indian Constitution says that 'An election to fill a vacancy in the office of President occurring by reason of his death, resignation or removal, or otherwise shall be held as soon as possible after, and in no case later than six months from, the date of occurrence of the vacancy, and the person elected to fill the vacancy shall, subject to the provisions of Article 56, be entitled to hold office for the full term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.'
[20] In Indian Republic, the real executiveauthority tests with the –
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Bureaucrats
D.
Council of Ministers
Ans:
Council of Ministers
Explanation :
The President is the constitutional head of Executive of the Union. Real executive power vests in a Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister as head. Article 74(A) of the Constitution provides that there shall be a Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister to aid and advise the President who shall, in exercise of his functions, act in accordance with such advice.
[21] In Indian Constitution, fundamental rights were taken from the Constitution of –
A.
USA
B.
UK
C.
USSR
D.
None of these
Ans:
USA
Explanation :
The following features of the Indian Constitution were borrowed from the Constitution of the USA: Fundamental Rights, Independence ofJudiciary, Judicial Review, Impeachment of the President, Removal of Supreme Court and High Court Judges and the Post of Vice President.
[22] 'The Right to Public Office' is a –
A.
Civil right
B.
Economic right
C.
Moral right
D.
Political right
Ans:
Civil right
Explanation :
Civil rights include the ensuring of peoples' physical and mental integrity, life and safety; protection from discrimination on grounds such as physical or mental disability, gender, religion, race, national origin, age, status as a member of the uniformed services, sexual orientation, or gender identity; and individual rights such as privacy, the freedoms of thought and conscience, speech and expression, religion, the press, and movement. Right to public offices means that no citizen should be prohibited to hold any public office under the State on the grounds of religion, caste, race, sex or language or any of them. It is a civil right.
[23] Citizens of India can vote at the age of –
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
22 years
D.
25 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
The minimum age of voting in India was lowered from 21 to 18 years by the 61st Amendment Act in 1988 read with Act 21 of 1989.
[24] What is the minimum age prescribed in India for its citizens to cast their vote?
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
16 years
D.
20 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
Every citizen of India who is over 18 years of age, irrespective of gender, caste, religion or race, who is otherwise not disqualified, is eligible to vote.
[25] Who among the following was the first Law Minister of India?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad
C.
Dr BR Ambedkar
D.
T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr BR Ambedkar
Explanation :
Jawaharlal Nehru took charge as the first Prime Minister of India on 15 August 1947, and chose 15 other members for his cabinet in which B. R. Ambedkar was the first law minister of India.
Explanation :
The following features of the Indian Constitution were borrowed from the Constitution of the USA: Fundamental Rights, Independence ofJudiciary, Judicial Review, Impeachment of the President, Removal of Supreme Court and High Court Judges and the Post of Vice President.
[22] 'The Right to Public Office' is a –
A.
Civil right
B.
Economic right
C.
Moral right
D.
Political right
Ans:
Civil right
Explanation :
Civil rights include the ensuring of peoples' physical and mental integrity, life and safety; protection from discrimination on grounds such as physical or mental disability, gender, religion, race, national origin, age, status as a member of the uniformed services, sexual orientation, or gender identity; and individual rights such as privacy, the freedoms of thought and conscience, speech and expression, religion, the press, and movement. Right to public offices means that no citizen should be prohibited to hold any public office under the State on the grounds of religion, caste, race, sex or language or any of them. It is a civil right.
[23] Citizens of India can vote at the age of –
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
22 years
D.
25 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
The minimum age of voting in India was lowered from 21 to 18 years by the 61st Amendment Act in 1988 read with Act 21 of 1989.
[24] What is the minimum age prescribed in India for its citizens to cast their vote?
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
16 years
D.
20 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
Every citizen of India who is over 18 years of age, irrespective of gender, caste, religion or race, who is otherwise not disqualified, is eligible to vote.
[25] Who among the following was the first Law Minister of India?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad
C.
Dr BR Ambedkar
D.
T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr BR Ambedkar
Explanation :
Jawaharlal Nehru took charge as the first Prime Minister of India on 15 August 1947, and chose 15 other members for his cabinet in which B. R. Ambedkar was the first law minister of India.
Explanation :
The minimum age of voting in India was lowered from 21 to 18 years by the 61st Amendment Act in 1988 read with Act 21 of 1989.
[24] What is the minimum age prescribed in India for its citizens to cast their vote?
A.
18 years
B.
21 years
C.
16 years
D.
20 years
Ans:
18 years
Explanation :
Every citizen of India who is over 18 years of age, irrespective of gender, caste, religion or race, who is otherwise not disqualified, is eligible to vote.
[25] Who among the following was the first Law Minister of India?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad
C.
Dr BR Ambedkar
D.
T Krishnamachari
Ans:
Dr BR Ambedkar
Explanation :
Jawaharlal Nehru took charge as the first Prime Minister of India on 15 August 1947, and chose 15 other members for his cabinet in which B. R. Ambedkar was the first law minister of India.
Explanation :
Jawaharlal Nehru took charge as the first Prime Minister of India on 15 August 1947, and chose 15 other members for his cabinet in which B. R. Ambedkar was the first law minister of India.