[1] The number of subjects in the Union List of the Indian Constitution is –
A.
47
B.
66
C.
97
D.
100
Ans:
97
Explanation :
97 subjects are defined and enlisted under the List- I of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India, which form the exclusive domain of the Central Government of the Union of India excluding all the states and the union territories.
[2] The functions of which of the following bodies in India is limited to advisory nature only?
A.
Legislative Council
B.
Rajya Sabha
C.
Lok Sabha
D.
Legislative Assembly
Ans:
Legislative Council
Explanation :
The Provincial Legislative Councils established were mere advisory bodies by means of which Government obtained advice and assistance. The Provincial Legislative Council could not interfere with the laws passed by the Central Legislature.
[3] Which one of the following jurisdictions of the Indian judiciary covers Public Interest Litigation?
A.
Original Jurisdiction
B.
Appellate Jurisdiction
C.
Epistolary Jurisdiction
D.
Advisory Jurisdiction
Ans:
Appellate Jurisdiction
Explanation :
PIL (Public Interest Litigation) writ petition can be filed in Supreme Court under Article 32 only if a question concerning the enforcement of a fundamental right is involved. Under Article 226, a writ petition can be filed in a High court whether or not a Fundamental Right is involved. Thus, it comes under appellate jurisdiction.
[4] Which schedule of the Constitution of India contains the three lists that divide powers between the Union and the sates?
A.
Fifth
B.
Sixth
C.
Seventh
D.
Eigth
Ans:
Seventh
Explanation :
7th Schedule gives allocation of powers and functions between Union & States. It contains 3 lists: Union List (97 Subjects) States List (66 subjects) Concurrent List (52 subjects).
[5] According to Article 164(1) of the Constitution of India, in three States there shall be a Minister in charge of tribal welfare who may in addition be in charge of the welfare of the Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes. Which one of the following States is not covered by the Article?
A.
Jharkhand
B.
Punjab
C.
Madhya Pradesh
D.
Odisha
Ans:
Punjab
Explanation :
According to Article 164(1) in the State of Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Orissa, there shall be a Minister in charge of tribal welfare who may in addition be in charge of the welfare of the Scheduled Casks and backward classes or any other work. Punjab is not covered by the Article.
[6] The idea of organization of Panchayats as a duty of state is mentioned in which part of the Indian Constitution?
A.
Chapter I
B.
Chapter II
C.
Chapter III
D.
Chapter IV
Ans:
Chapter IV
Explanation :
Panchayats as a duty of state is mentioned in chapter IV of the constitution.
[7] Which one of the following High Courts has the territorial jurisdiction over Andaman and Nicobar Islands?
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Calcutta
C.
Orissa
D.
(2) Madras
Ans:
Calcutta
Explanation :
Calcutta High court has the territorial jurisdiction over Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The Calcutta High Court is the oldest High Court in India. It was established as the High Court of Judicature at Fort William on 1 July 1862 under the High Courts Act, 1861.
[8] Implementing laws is the function of –
A.
Executive
B.
Legislature
C.
Judiciary
D.
Cabinet
Ans:
Executive
Explanation :
The executive branch is responsible for implementing the laws that are created by the legislative branch (the Rajya Sabha and House of Representatives). The Executive Branch is in charge of the administrative aspect of the government. Its main purpose is to execute, enforce and administer the laws that legislature passes.
[9] Education is included in which of the following lists?
A.
Central list
B.
State list
C.
Concurrent list
D.
Local list
Ans:
Concurrent list
Explanation :
Concurrent list consists of 52 items (previously 47 items). Marriage and divorce, transfer of property other than agricultural land, education, contracts, bankruptcy and insolvency, etc, come under this list.
[10] Which innovative discussion process is introduced by the Indian parliament to the World Parliamentary systems?
A.
Question hour
B.
Zero hour
C.
Resolutions
D.
Presidential Speech
Ans:
Zero hour
Explanation :
Zero Hour is the Indian innovation in the field of parliamentary procedures and has been in existence since 1962. It is called so because it begins at 12.00 noon. However, it does not mention in the rules of procedure. During zero hour, questions are asked about issues of public importance without prior permission.
[11] A motion moved by a member in a legislature when it is desired to have a discussion on a matter of urgent public importance is called –
A.
Adjournment motion
B.
No-confidence motion
C.
Cut motion
D.
None of these
Ans:
Adjournment motion
Explanation :
The primary object of an adjournment motion is to draw the attention of the House to a recent matter of urgent public importance having serious consequences and in regard to which a motion or a resolution with proper notice will be too late. The matter proposed to be raised should be of such a - eharacter that something very grave which affects the whole country and its security has happened and the House is required to pay its attention immediately by interrupting the normal business of the House. The adjournment motion is thus an extraordinary procedure which, if admitted, leads to setting aside the normal business of the House for discussing a definite matter of urgent public importance.
[12] What is the period within which a proclamation of national emergency made by the President is to be placed before each house of the Parliament for approval?
A.
within one month
B.
within two months
C.
within four months
D.
within six months
Ans:
within one month
Explanation :
The President of India has the power to declare three types of emergency. They are National Emergency, State Emergency and Financial Emergency. A proclamation of National Emergency has to be passed in each house of Parliament by more than half of the total members and at least, by two-third of the members present and voting. This proclamation will be invalid if it is not passed by both houses within one month. It has to be passed first by the Rajya Sabha if the Lok Sabha stands dissolved at the time of proclamation of National Emergency. It has to be passed within one month of Lok Sabha being reconstituted; otherwise the proclamation will be invalid.
[13] Which of the following is not a fundamental right as per the In than Constitution?
A.
Right to Education
B.
Right to Information
C.
Right to Speech
D.
Right to Life
Ans:
Right to Information
Explanation :
Right to Information is a part of fundamental rights under. Article 19 (1) of the Constitution which states that every citizen has freedom of speech and expression. The 86th Constitutional amendment making education a fundamental right was passed by Parliament in 2002. Right to speech comes under freedom of speech and expression which is a fundamental right. The constitution guarantees the right to life and personal liberty as a fundamental right under article 21.
[14] The essential feature of democracy is giving Prominence to the –
A.
Executive
B.
Judiciary
C.
Citizen
D.
Civil Society
Ans:
Citizen
Explanation :
The essential feature of democracy is giving prominence to the citizen. One of the key features of democracy is that by the people, from the people and to the people. People occupy the centre stage here.
[15] In which one of the following years was Sarkaria Commission, which was empowered to recommend 0 changes in Centre-State relations, submitted its report?
A.
1983
B.
1984
C.
1985
D.
1987
Ans:
1983
Explanation :
In view of the growing pressure for the greater autonomy, in June 1983 the Union Government appointed a commission under the chairmanship of Justice R.S. Sarkaria to review the question of centre state relations. The commission submitted its report to the then Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi on 27 October 1987.
[16] Which of the following is a bulwark of personal freedom?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Habeas corpus
C.
Quo-Warranto
D.
Certiorari
Ans:
Habeas corpus
Explanation :
Habeas corpus is a bulwark of personal freedom. It is a legal action, or writ, through which a person can seek relief from the unlawful detention of him or herself, or of another person. It protects the individual frpm harming him or herself, or from being harmed by the judicial system. The writ of habeas corpus has historically been an important instrument for the safeguarding of individual freedom against arbitrary state action.
[17] After how many days of absence from Parliament without permission can a M.P. be disqualified?
A.
30 days
B.
60 days
C.
90 days
D.
120 days
Ans:
60 days
Explanation :
The Constitution provides for disqualification of a Member of Parliament (MP) if he/she is absent continuously for 60 days from the Lok Sabha or the Rajya Sabha without permission.
[18] Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. Br. Ambedkar
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Shri K. M. Munshi
Ans:
Shri K. M. Munshi
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the President of Constituent Assembly on 11 December, 1946. On January 26, 1950, the Constitution of independent India was ratified and Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the nation's first President.
[19] Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee Of the Constituent Assembly?
A.
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
B.
C. Rajagopalchari
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected president of the Constituent Assembly while B.R. Ambedkar was appointed the Chairman of the Drafting Committee.
[20] Who among the following was the first Tribal speaker of Lok Sabha?
A.
G. V. Mavalankar
B.
G. M. C. Balayogi
C.
Manohar Joshi
D.
P. A. Sangma
Ans:
P. A. Sangma
Explanation :
P.A. Sangma was the first tribal Speaker of Lok Sabha. He hailed from a small tribal village in Meghalaya.
[21] Which of the following Houses has had the longest speeches by the members?
A.
House of Lords
B.
Lok Sabha
C.
US Senate
D.
Swiss Council of States
Ans:
US Senate
Explanation :
US senate holds the record for the longest speeches by the members.
[22] In which State of India, was a non-Congress government formed for the the first time?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Pondicherry
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
E.M.S. Namboodiripad was an Indian Communist leader, Socialist-Marxist theorist, revolutionary, author, historian, social commentator and the first Chief Minister of Kerala state, As the first non-Indian National Congress Chief Minister in Republic of India, he became the leader of the first democratically elected Communist government in India (San Marino being first in the world). It was also the first time for a regional party anywhere in India to win state elections.
[23] How many seats are reserved for Scheduled Castes in the Lok Sabha?
A.
59
B.
69
C.
79
D.
84
Ans:
84
Explanation :
For the purpose of constituting the Lok Sabha, the whole country has been divided into 543 Parliamentary Constituencies, each one of which elects one member. The members of the Lok Sabha are elected directly by the eligible voters. The President of India can nominate maximum of two members as representatives of the Anglo- Indian community. Some seats are reserved in Lok Sabha for the members of the Schedule Castes and Scheduled Tribes. As per the order issued by the Delimitation Commission in 2008, 412 are general, 84 seats arc reserved for Scheduled Castes and 47 seats for the Scheduled Tribes. Earlier it was 79 and 41 for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes respectively.
[24] Who is the founder of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)?
A.
Jyotiba Phule
B.
Kanshi Ram
C.
B.R. Ambedkar
D.
Sahu Maharaj
Ans:
Kanshi Ram
Explanation :
BSP was founded in 1983 by Kanshi Ram. Due to his deteriorating health in the 1990s, former school teacher Mayawati became the party's leader.
[25] All doubts and disputes in connection with election of the President are inquired into and decided by .
A.
the Election Commission
B.
the Supreme Court
C.
the Parliament
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
the Supreme Court
Explanation :
According to Article 71 of the Constitution, all doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court. If the election is declared void by the Supreme Court, acts done by him in the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of the office, on or before the date of the decision of the Supreme Court shall not be invalidated by reason of that declaration.
Explanation :
97 subjects are defined and enlisted under the List- I of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India, which form the exclusive domain of the Central Government of the Union of India excluding all the states and the union territories.
[2] The functions of which of the following bodies in India is limited to advisory nature only?
A.
Legislative Council
B.
Rajya Sabha
C.
Lok Sabha
D.
Legislative Assembly
Ans:
Legislative Council
Explanation :
The Provincial Legislative Councils established were mere advisory bodies by means of which Government obtained advice and assistance. The Provincial Legislative Council could not interfere with the laws passed by the Central Legislature.
[3] Which one of the following jurisdictions of the Indian judiciary covers Public Interest Litigation?
A.
Original Jurisdiction
B.
Appellate Jurisdiction
C.
Epistolary Jurisdiction
D.
Advisory Jurisdiction
Ans:
Appellate Jurisdiction
Explanation :
PIL (Public Interest Litigation) writ petition can be filed in Supreme Court under Article 32 only if a question concerning the enforcement of a fundamental right is involved. Under Article 226, a writ petition can be filed in a High court whether or not a Fundamental Right is involved. Thus, it comes under appellate jurisdiction.
[4] Which schedule of the Constitution of India contains the three lists that divide powers between the Union and the sates?
A.
Fifth
B.
Sixth
C.
Seventh
D.
Eigth
Ans:
Seventh
Explanation :
7th Schedule gives allocation of powers and functions between Union & States. It contains 3 lists: Union List (97 Subjects) States List (66 subjects) Concurrent List (52 subjects).
[5] According to Article 164(1) of the Constitution of India, in three States there shall be a Minister in charge of tribal welfare who may in addition be in charge of the welfare of the Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes. Which one of the following States is not covered by the Article?
A.
Jharkhand
B.
Punjab
C.
Madhya Pradesh
D.
Odisha
Ans:
Punjab
Explanation :
According to Article 164(1) in the State of Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Orissa, there shall be a Minister in charge of tribal welfare who may in addition be in charge of the welfare of the Scheduled Casks and backward classes or any other work. Punjab is not covered by the Article.
[6] The idea of organization of Panchayats as a duty of state is mentioned in which part of the Indian Constitution?
A.
Chapter I
B.
Chapter II
C.
Chapter III
D.
Chapter IV
Ans:
Chapter IV
Explanation :
Panchayats as a duty of state is mentioned in chapter IV of the constitution.
[7] Which one of the following High Courts has the territorial jurisdiction over Andaman and Nicobar Islands?
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Calcutta
C.
Orissa
D.
(2) Madras
Ans:
Calcutta
Explanation :
Calcutta High court has the territorial jurisdiction over Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The Calcutta High Court is the oldest High Court in India. It was established as the High Court of Judicature at Fort William on 1 July 1862 under the High Courts Act, 1861.
[8] Implementing laws is the function of –
A.
Executive
B.
Legislature
C.
Judiciary
D.
Cabinet
Ans:
Executive
Explanation :
The executive branch is responsible for implementing the laws that are created by the legislative branch (the Rajya Sabha and House of Representatives). The Executive Branch is in charge of the administrative aspect of the government. Its main purpose is to execute, enforce and administer the laws that legislature passes.
[9] Education is included in which of the following lists?
A.
Central list
B.
State list
C.
Concurrent list
D.
Local list
Ans:
Concurrent list
Explanation :
Concurrent list consists of 52 items (previously 47 items). Marriage and divorce, transfer of property other than agricultural land, education, contracts, bankruptcy and insolvency, etc, come under this list.
[10] Which innovative discussion process is introduced by the Indian parliament to the World Parliamentary systems?
A.
Question hour
B.
Zero hour
C.
Resolutions
D.
Presidential Speech
Ans:
Zero hour
Explanation :
Zero Hour is the Indian innovation in the field of parliamentary procedures and has been in existence since 1962. It is called so because it begins at 12.00 noon. However, it does not mention in the rules of procedure. During zero hour, questions are asked about issues of public importance without prior permission.
[11] A motion moved by a member in a legislature when it is desired to have a discussion on a matter of urgent public importance is called –
A.
Adjournment motion
B.
No-confidence motion
C.
Cut motion
D.
None of these
Ans:
Adjournment motion
Explanation :
The primary object of an adjournment motion is to draw the attention of the House to a recent matter of urgent public importance having serious consequences and in regard to which a motion or a resolution with proper notice will be too late. The matter proposed to be raised should be of such a - eharacter that something very grave which affects the whole country and its security has happened and the House is required to pay its attention immediately by interrupting the normal business of the House. The adjournment motion is thus an extraordinary procedure which, if admitted, leads to setting aside the normal business of the House for discussing a definite matter of urgent public importance.
[12] What is the period within which a proclamation of national emergency made by the President is to be placed before each house of the Parliament for approval?
A.
within one month
B.
within two months
C.
within four months
D.
within six months
Ans:
within one month
Explanation :
The President of India has the power to declare three types of emergency. They are National Emergency, State Emergency and Financial Emergency. A proclamation of National Emergency has to be passed in each house of Parliament by more than half of the total members and at least, by two-third of the members present and voting. This proclamation will be invalid if it is not passed by both houses within one month. It has to be passed first by the Rajya Sabha if the Lok Sabha stands dissolved at the time of proclamation of National Emergency. It has to be passed within one month of Lok Sabha being reconstituted; otherwise the proclamation will be invalid.
[13] Which of the following is not a fundamental right as per the In than Constitution?
A.
Right to Education
B.
Right to Information
C.
Right to Speech
D.
Right to Life
Ans:
Right to Information
Explanation :
Right to Information is a part of fundamental rights under. Article 19 (1) of the Constitution which states that every citizen has freedom of speech and expression. The 86th Constitutional amendment making education a fundamental right was passed by Parliament in 2002. Right to speech comes under freedom of speech and expression which is a fundamental right. The constitution guarantees the right to life and personal liberty as a fundamental right under article 21.
[14] The essential feature of democracy is giving Prominence to the –
A.
Executive
B.
Judiciary
C.
Citizen
D.
Civil Society
Ans:
Citizen
Explanation :
The essential feature of democracy is giving prominence to the citizen. One of the key features of democracy is that by the people, from the people and to the people. People occupy the centre stage here.
[15] In which one of the following years was Sarkaria Commission, which was empowered to recommend 0 changes in Centre-State relations, submitted its report?
A.
1983
B.
1984
C.
1985
D.
1987
Ans:
1983
Explanation :
In view of the growing pressure for the greater autonomy, in June 1983 the Union Government appointed a commission under the chairmanship of Justice R.S. Sarkaria to review the question of centre state relations. The commission submitted its report to the then Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi on 27 October 1987.
[16] Which of the following is a bulwark of personal freedom?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Habeas corpus
C.
Quo-Warranto
D.
Certiorari
Ans:
Habeas corpus
Explanation :
Habeas corpus is a bulwark of personal freedom. It is a legal action, or writ, through which a person can seek relief from the unlawful detention of him or herself, or of another person. It protects the individual frpm harming him or herself, or from being harmed by the judicial system. The writ of habeas corpus has historically been an important instrument for the safeguarding of individual freedom against arbitrary state action.
[17] After how many days of absence from Parliament without permission can a M.P. be disqualified?
A.
30 days
B.
60 days
C.
90 days
D.
120 days
Ans:
60 days
Explanation :
The Constitution provides for disqualification of a Member of Parliament (MP) if he/she is absent continuously for 60 days from the Lok Sabha or the Rajya Sabha without permission.
[18] Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. Br. Ambedkar
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Shri K. M. Munshi
Ans:
Shri K. M. Munshi
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the President of Constituent Assembly on 11 December, 1946. On January 26, 1950, the Constitution of independent India was ratified and Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the nation's first President.
[19] Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee Of the Constituent Assembly?
A.
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
B.
C. Rajagopalchari
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected president of the Constituent Assembly while B.R. Ambedkar was appointed the Chairman of the Drafting Committee.
[20] Who among the following was the first Tribal speaker of Lok Sabha?
A.
G. V. Mavalankar
B.
G. M. C. Balayogi
C.
Manohar Joshi
D.
P. A. Sangma
Ans:
P. A. Sangma
Explanation :
P.A. Sangma was the first tribal Speaker of Lok Sabha. He hailed from a small tribal village in Meghalaya.
[21] Which of the following Houses has had the longest speeches by the members?
A.
House of Lords
B.
Lok Sabha
C.
US Senate
D.
Swiss Council of States
Ans:
US Senate
Explanation :
US senate holds the record for the longest speeches by the members.
[22] In which State of India, was a non-Congress government formed for the the first time?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Pondicherry
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
E.M.S. Namboodiripad was an Indian Communist leader, Socialist-Marxist theorist, revolutionary, author, historian, social commentator and the first Chief Minister of Kerala state, As the first non-Indian National Congress Chief Minister in Republic of India, he became the leader of the first democratically elected Communist government in India (San Marino being first in the world). It was also the first time for a regional party anywhere in India to win state elections.
[23] How many seats are reserved for Scheduled Castes in the Lok Sabha?
A.
59
B.
69
C.
79
D.
84
Ans:
84
Explanation :
For the purpose of constituting the Lok Sabha, the whole country has been divided into 543 Parliamentary Constituencies, each one of which elects one member. The members of the Lok Sabha are elected directly by the eligible voters. The President of India can nominate maximum of two members as representatives of the Anglo- Indian community. Some seats are reserved in Lok Sabha for the members of the Schedule Castes and Scheduled Tribes. As per the order issued by the Delimitation Commission in 2008, 412 are general, 84 seats arc reserved for Scheduled Castes and 47 seats for the Scheduled Tribes. Earlier it was 79 and 41 for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes respectively.
[24] Who is the founder of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)?
A.
Jyotiba Phule
B.
Kanshi Ram
C.
B.R. Ambedkar
D.
Sahu Maharaj
Ans:
Kanshi Ram
Explanation :
BSP was founded in 1983 by Kanshi Ram. Due to his deteriorating health in the 1990s, former school teacher Mayawati became the party's leader.
[25] All doubts and disputes in connection with election of the President are inquired into and decided by .
A.
the Election Commission
B.
the Supreme Court
C.
the Parliament
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
the Supreme Court
Explanation :
According to Article 71 of the Constitution, all doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court. If the election is declared void by the Supreme Court, acts done by him in the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of the office, on or before the date of the decision of the Supreme Court shall not be invalidated by reason of that declaration.
Explanation :
PIL (Public Interest Litigation) writ petition can be filed in Supreme Court under Article 32 only if a question concerning the enforcement of a fundamental right is involved. Under Article 226, a writ petition can be filed in a High court whether or not a Fundamental Right is involved. Thus, it comes under appellate jurisdiction.
[4] Which schedule of the Constitution of India contains the three lists that divide powers between the Union and the sates?
A.
Fifth
B.
Sixth
C.
Seventh
D.
Eigth
Ans:
Seventh
Explanation :
7th Schedule gives allocation of powers and functions between Union & States. It contains 3 lists: Union List (97 Subjects) States List (66 subjects) Concurrent List (52 subjects).
[5] According to Article 164(1) of the Constitution of India, in three States there shall be a Minister in charge of tribal welfare who may in addition be in charge of the welfare of the Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes. Which one of the following States is not covered by the Article?
A.
Jharkhand
B.
Punjab
C.
Madhya Pradesh
D.
Odisha
Ans:
Punjab
Explanation :
According to Article 164(1) in the State of Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Orissa, there shall be a Minister in charge of tribal welfare who may in addition be in charge of the welfare of the Scheduled Casks and backward classes or any other work. Punjab is not covered by the Article.
[6] The idea of organization of Panchayats as a duty of state is mentioned in which part of the Indian Constitution?
A.
Chapter I
B.
Chapter II
C.
Chapter III
D.
Chapter IV
Ans:
Chapter IV
Explanation :
Panchayats as a duty of state is mentioned in chapter IV of the constitution.
[7] Which one of the following High Courts has the territorial jurisdiction over Andaman and Nicobar Islands?
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Calcutta
C.
Orissa
D.
(2) Madras
Ans:
Calcutta
Explanation :
Calcutta High court has the territorial jurisdiction over Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The Calcutta High Court is the oldest High Court in India. It was established as the High Court of Judicature at Fort William on 1 July 1862 under the High Courts Act, 1861.
[8] Implementing laws is the function of –
A.
Executive
B.
Legislature
C.
Judiciary
D.
Cabinet
Ans:
Executive
Explanation :
The executive branch is responsible for implementing the laws that are created by the legislative branch (the Rajya Sabha and House of Representatives). The Executive Branch is in charge of the administrative aspect of the government. Its main purpose is to execute, enforce and administer the laws that legislature passes.
[9] Education is included in which of the following lists?
A.
Central list
B.
State list
C.
Concurrent list
D.
Local list
Ans:
Concurrent list
Explanation :
Concurrent list consists of 52 items (previously 47 items). Marriage and divorce, transfer of property other than agricultural land, education, contracts, bankruptcy and insolvency, etc, come under this list.
[10] Which innovative discussion process is introduced by the Indian parliament to the World Parliamentary systems?
A.
Question hour
B.
Zero hour
C.
Resolutions
D.
Presidential Speech
Ans:
Zero hour
Explanation :
Zero Hour is the Indian innovation in the field of parliamentary procedures and has been in existence since 1962. It is called so because it begins at 12.00 noon. However, it does not mention in the rules of procedure. During zero hour, questions are asked about issues of public importance without prior permission.
[11] A motion moved by a member in a legislature when it is desired to have a discussion on a matter of urgent public importance is called –
A.
Adjournment motion
B.
No-confidence motion
C.
Cut motion
D.
None of these
Ans:
Adjournment motion
Explanation :
The primary object of an adjournment motion is to draw the attention of the House to a recent matter of urgent public importance having serious consequences and in regard to which a motion or a resolution with proper notice will be too late. The matter proposed to be raised should be of such a - eharacter that something very grave which affects the whole country and its security has happened and the House is required to pay its attention immediately by interrupting the normal business of the House. The adjournment motion is thus an extraordinary procedure which, if admitted, leads to setting aside the normal business of the House for discussing a definite matter of urgent public importance.
[12] What is the period within which a proclamation of national emergency made by the President is to be placed before each house of the Parliament for approval?
A.
within one month
B.
within two months
C.
within four months
D.
within six months
Ans:
within one month
Explanation :
The President of India has the power to declare three types of emergency. They are National Emergency, State Emergency and Financial Emergency. A proclamation of National Emergency has to be passed in each house of Parliament by more than half of the total members and at least, by two-third of the members present and voting. This proclamation will be invalid if it is not passed by both houses within one month. It has to be passed first by the Rajya Sabha if the Lok Sabha stands dissolved at the time of proclamation of National Emergency. It has to be passed within one month of Lok Sabha being reconstituted; otherwise the proclamation will be invalid.
[13] Which of the following is not a fundamental right as per the In than Constitution?
A.
Right to Education
B.
Right to Information
C.
Right to Speech
D.
Right to Life
Ans:
Right to Information
Explanation :
Right to Information is a part of fundamental rights under. Article 19 (1) of the Constitution which states that every citizen has freedom of speech and expression. The 86th Constitutional amendment making education a fundamental right was passed by Parliament in 2002. Right to speech comes under freedom of speech and expression which is a fundamental right. The constitution guarantees the right to life and personal liberty as a fundamental right under article 21.
[14] The essential feature of democracy is giving Prominence to the –
A.
Executive
B.
Judiciary
C.
Citizen
D.
Civil Society
Ans:
Citizen
Explanation :
The essential feature of democracy is giving prominence to the citizen. One of the key features of democracy is that by the people, from the people and to the people. People occupy the centre stage here.
[15] In which one of the following years was Sarkaria Commission, which was empowered to recommend 0 changes in Centre-State relations, submitted its report?
A.
1983
B.
1984
C.
1985
D.
1987
Ans:
1983
Explanation :
In view of the growing pressure for the greater autonomy, in June 1983 the Union Government appointed a commission under the chairmanship of Justice R.S. Sarkaria to review the question of centre state relations. The commission submitted its report to the then Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi on 27 October 1987.
[16] Which of the following is a bulwark of personal freedom?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Habeas corpus
C.
Quo-Warranto
D.
Certiorari
Ans:
Habeas corpus
Explanation :
Habeas corpus is a bulwark of personal freedom. It is a legal action, or writ, through which a person can seek relief from the unlawful detention of him or herself, or of another person. It protects the individual frpm harming him or herself, or from being harmed by the judicial system. The writ of habeas corpus has historically been an important instrument for the safeguarding of individual freedom against arbitrary state action.
[17] After how many days of absence from Parliament without permission can a M.P. be disqualified?
A.
30 days
B.
60 days
C.
90 days
D.
120 days
Ans:
60 days
Explanation :
The Constitution provides for disqualification of a Member of Parliament (MP) if he/she is absent continuously for 60 days from the Lok Sabha or the Rajya Sabha without permission.
[18] Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. Br. Ambedkar
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Shri K. M. Munshi
Ans:
Shri K. M. Munshi
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the President of Constituent Assembly on 11 December, 1946. On January 26, 1950, the Constitution of independent India was ratified and Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the nation's first President.
[19] Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee Of the Constituent Assembly?
A.
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
B.
C. Rajagopalchari
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected president of the Constituent Assembly while B.R. Ambedkar was appointed the Chairman of the Drafting Committee.
[20] Who among the following was the first Tribal speaker of Lok Sabha?
A.
G. V. Mavalankar
B.
G. M. C. Balayogi
C.
Manohar Joshi
D.
P. A. Sangma
Ans:
P. A. Sangma
Explanation :
P.A. Sangma was the first tribal Speaker of Lok Sabha. He hailed from a small tribal village in Meghalaya.
[21] Which of the following Houses has had the longest speeches by the members?
A.
House of Lords
B.
Lok Sabha
C.
US Senate
D.
Swiss Council of States
Ans:
US Senate
Explanation :
US senate holds the record for the longest speeches by the members.
[22] In which State of India, was a non-Congress government formed for the the first time?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Pondicherry
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
E.M.S. Namboodiripad was an Indian Communist leader, Socialist-Marxist theorist, revolutionary, author, historian, social commentator and the first Chief Minister of Kerala state, As the first non-Indian National Congress Chief Minister in Republic of India, he became the leader of the first democratically elected Communist government in India (San Marino being first in the world). It was also the first time for a regional party anywhere in India to win state elections.
[23] How many seats are reserved for Scheduled Castes in the Lok Sabha?
A.
59
B.
69
C.
79
D.
84
Ans:
84
Explanation :
For the purpose of constituting the Lok Sabha, the whole country has been divided into 543 Parliamentary Constituencies, each one of which elects one member. The members of the Lok Sabha are elected directly by the eligible voters. The President of India can nominate maximum of two members as representatives of the Anglo- Indian community. Some seats are reserved in Lok Sabha for the members of the Schedule Castes and Scheduled Tribes. As per the order issued by the Delimitation Commission in 2008, 412 are general, 84 seats arc reserved for Scheduled Castes and 47 seats for the Scheduled Tribes. Earlier it was 79 and 41 for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes respectively.
[24] Who is the founder of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)?
A.
Jyotiba Phule
B.
Kanshi Ram
C.
B.R. Ambedkar
D.
Sahu Maharaj
Ans:
Kanshi Ram
Explanation :
BSP was founded in 1983 by Kanshi Ram. Due to his deteriorating health in the 1990s, former school teacher Mayawati became the party's leader.
[25] All doubts and disputes in connection with election of the President are inquired into and decided by .
A.
the Election Commission
B.
the Supreme Court
C.
the Parliament
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
the Supreme Court
Explanation :
According to Article 71 of the Constitution, all doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court. If the election is declared void by the Supreme Court, acts done by him in the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of the office, on or before the date of the decision of the Supreme Court shall not be invalidated by reason of that declaration.
Explanation :
According to Article 164(1) in the State of Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Orissa, there shall be a Minister in charge of tribal welfare who may in addition be in charge of the welfare of the Scheduled Casks and backward classes or any other work. Punjab is not covered by the Article.
[6] The idea of organization of Panchayats as a duty of state is mentioned in which part of the Indian Constitution?
A.
Chapter I
B.
Chapter II
C.
Chapter III
D.
Chapter IV
Ans:
Chapter IV
Explanation :
Panchayats as a duty of state is mentioned in chapter IV of the constitution.
[7] Which one of the following High Courts has the territorial jurisdiction over Andaman and Nicobar Islands?
A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Calcutta
C.
Orissa
D.
(2) Madras
Ans:
Calcutta
Explanation :
Calcutta High court has the territorial jurisdiction over Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The Calcutta High Court is the oldest High Court in India. It was established as the High Court of Judicature at Fort William on 1 July 1862 under the High Courts Act, 1861.
[8] Implementing laws is the function of –
A.
Executive
B.
Legislature
C.
Judiciary
D.
Cabinet
Ans:
Executive
Explanation :
The executive branch is responsible for implementing the laws that are created by the legislative branch (the Rajya Sabha and House of Representatives). The Executive Branch is in charge of the administrative aspect of the government. Its main purpose is to execute, enforce and administer the laws that legislature passes.
[9] Education is included in which of the following lists?
A.
Central list
B.
State list
C.
Concurrent list
D.
Local list
Ans:
Concurrent list
Explanation :
Concurrent list consists of 52 items (previously 47 items). Marriage and divorce, transfer of property other than agricultural land, education, contracts, bankruptcy and insolvency, etc, come under this list.
[10] Which innovative discussion process is introduced by the Indian parliament to the World Parliamentary systems?
A.
Question hour
B.
Zero hour
C.
Resolutions
D.
Presidential Speech
Ans:
Zero hour
Explanation :
Zero Hour is the Indian innovation in the field of parliamentary procedures and has been in existence since 1962. It is called so because it begins at 12.00 noon. However, it does not mention in the rules of procedure. During zero hour, questions are asked about issues of public importance without prior permission.
[11] A motion moved by a member in a legislature when it is desired to have a discussion on a matter of urgent public importance is called –
A.
Adjournment motion
B.
No-confidence motion
C.
Cut motion
D.
None of these
Ans:
Adjournment motion
Explanation :
The primary object of an adjournment motion is to draw the attention of the House to a recent matter of urgent public importance having serious consequences and in regard to which a motion or a resolution with proper notice will be too late. The matter proposed to be raised should be of such a - eharacter that something very grave which affects the whole country and its security has happened and the House is required to pay its attention immediately by interrupting the normal business of the House. The adjournment motion is thus an extraordinary procedure which, if admitted, leads to setting aside the normal business of the House for discussing a definite matter of urgent public importance.
[12] What is the period within which a proclamation of national emergency made by the President is to be placed before each house of the Parliament for approval?
A.
within one month
B.
within two months
C.
within four months
D.
within six months
Ans:
within one month
Explanation :
The President of India has the power to declare three types of emergency. They are National Emergency, State Emergency and Financial Emergency. A proclamation of National Emergency has to be passed in each house of Parliament by more than half of the total members and at least, by two-third of the members present and voting. This proclamation will be invalid if it is not passed by both houses within one month. It has to be passed first by the Rajya Sabha if the Lok Sabha stands dissolved at the time of proclamation of National Emergency. It has to be passed within one month of Lok Sabha being reconstituted; otherwise the proclamation will be invalid.
[13] Which of the following is not a fundamental right as per the In than Constitution?
A.
Right to Education
B.
Right to Information
C.
Right to Speech
D.
Right to Life
Ans:
Right to Information
Explanation :
Right to Information is a part of fundamental rights under. Article 19 (1) of the Constitution which states that every citizen has freedom of speech and expression. The 86th Constitutional amendment making education a fundamental right was passed by Parliament in 2002. Right to speech comes under freedom of speech and expression which is a fundamental right. The constitution guarantees the right to life and personal liberty as a fundamental right under article 21.
[14] The essential feature of democracy is giving Prominence to the –
A.
Executive
B.
Judiciary
C.
Citizen
D.
Civil Society
Ans:
Citizen
Explanation :
The essential feature of democracy is giving prominence to the citizen. One of the key features of democracy is that by the people, from the people and to the people. People occupy the centre stage here.
[15] In which one of the following years was Sarkaria Commission, which was empowered to recommend 0 changes in Centre-State relations, submitted its report?
A.
1983
B.
1984
C.
1985
D.
1987
Ans:
1983
Explanation :
In view of the growing pressure for the greater autonomy, in June 1983 the Union Government appointed a commission under the chairmanship of Justice R.S. Sarkaria to review the question of centre state relations. The commission submitted its report to the then Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi on 27 October 1987.
[16] Which of the following is a bulwark of personal freedom?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Habeas corpus
C.
Quo-Warranto
D.
Certiorari
Ans:
Habeas corpus
Explanation :
Habeas corpus is a bulwark of personal freedom. It is a legal action, or writ, through which a person can seek relief from the unlawful detention of him or herself, or of another person. It protects the individual frpm harming him or herself, or from being harmed by the judicial system. The writ of habeas corpus has historically been an important instrument for the safeguarding of individual freedom against arbitrary state action.
[17] After how many days of absence from Parliament without permission can a M.P. be disqualified?
A.
30 days
B.
60 days
C.
90 days
D.
120 days
Ans:
60 days
Explanation :
The Constitution provides for disqualification of a Member of Parliament (MP) if he/she is absent continuously for 60 days from the Lok Sabha or the Rajya Sabha without permission.
[18] Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. Br. Ambedkar
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Shri K. M. Munshi
Ans:
Shri K. M. Munshi
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the President of Constituent Assembly on 11 December, 1946. On January 26, 1950, the Constitution of independent India was ratified and Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the nation's first President.
[19] Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee Of the Constituent Assembly?
A.
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
B.
C. Rajagopalchari
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected president of the Constituent Assembly while B.R. Ambedkar was appointed the Chairman of the Drafting Committee.
[20] Who among the following was the first Tribal speaker of Lok Sabha?
A.
G. V. Mavalankar
B.
G. M. C. Balayogi
C.
Manohar Joshi
D.
P. A. Sangma
Ans:
P. A. Sangma
Explanation :
P.A. Sangma was the first tribal Speaker of Lok Sabha. He hailed from a small tribal village in Meghalaya.
[21] Which of the following Houses has had the longest speeches by the members?
A.
House of Lords
B.
Lok Sabha
C.
US Senate
D.
Swiss Council of States
Ans:
US Senate
Explanation :
US senate holds the record for the longest speeches by the members.
[22] In which State of India, was a non-Congress government formed for the the first time?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Pondicherry
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
E.M.S. Namboodiripad was an Indian Communist leader, Socialist-Marxist theorist, revolutionary, author, historian, social commentator and the first Chief Minister of Kerala state, As the first non-Indian National Congress Chief Minister in Republic of India, he became the leader of the first democratically elected Communist government in India (San Marino being first in the world). It was also the first time for a regional party anywhere in India to win state elections.
[23] How many seats are reserved for Scheduled Castes in the Lok Sabha?
A.
59
B.
69
C.
79
D.
84
Ans:
84
Explanation :
For the purpose of constituting the Lok Sabha, the whole country has been divided into 543 Parliamentary Constituencies, each one of which elects one member. The members of the Lok Sabha are elected directly by the eligible voters. The President of India can nominate maximum of two members as representatives of the Anglo- Indian community. Some seats are reserved in Lok Sabha for the members of the Schedule Castes and Scheduled Tribes. As per the order issued by the Delimitation Commission in 2008, 412 are general, 84 seats arc reserved for Scheduled Castes and 47 seats for the Scheduled Tribes. Earlier it was 79 and 41 for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes respectively.
[24] Who is the founder of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)?
A.
Jyotiba Phule
B.
Kanshi Ram
C.
B.R. Ambedkar
D.
Sahu Maharaj
Ans:
Kanshi Ram
Explanation :
BSP was founded in 1983 by Kanshi Ram. Due to his deteriorating health in the 1990s, former school teacher Mayawati became the party's leader.
[25] All doubts and disputes in connection with election of the President are inquired into and decided by .
A.
the Election Commission
B.
the Supreme Court
C.
the Parliament
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
the Supreme Court
Explanation :
According to Article 71 of the Constitution, all doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court. If the election is declared void by the Supreme Court, acts done by him in the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of the office, on or before the date of the decision of the Supreme Court shall not be invalidated by reason of that declaration.
Explanation :
Calcutta High court has the territorial jurisdiction over Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The Calcutta High Court is the oldest High Court in India. It was established as the High Court of Judicature at Fort William on 1 July 1862 under the High Courts Act, 1861.
[8] Implementing laws is the function of –
A.
Executive
B.
Legislature
C.
Judiciary
D.
Cabinet
Ans:
Executive
Explanation :
The executive branch is responsible for implementing the laws that are created by the legislative branch (the Rajya Sabha and House of Representatives). The Executive Branch is in charge of the administrative aspect of the government. Its main purpose is to execute, enforce and administer the laws that legislature passes.
[9] Education is included in which of the following lists?
A.
Central list
B.
State list
C.
Concurrent list
D.
Local list
Ans:
Concurrent list
Explanation :
Concurrent list consists of 52 items (previously 47 items). Marriage and divorce, transfer of property other than agricultural land, education, contracts, bankruptcy and insolvency, etc, come under this list.
[10] Which innovative discussion process is introduced by the Indian parliament to the World Parliamentary systems?
A.
Question hour
B.
Zero hour
C.
Resolutions
D.
Presidential Speech
Ans:
Zero hour
Explanation :
Zero Hour is the Indian innovation in the field of parliamentary procedures and has been in existence since 1962. It is called so because it begins at 12.00 noon. However, it does not mention in the rules of procedure. During zero hour, questions are asked about issues of public importance without prior permission.
[11] A motion moved by a member in a legislature when it is desired to have a discussion on a matter of urgent public importance is called –
A.
Adjournment motion
B.
No-confidence motion
C.
Cut motion
D.
None of these
Ans:
Adjournment motion
Explanation :
The primary object of an adjournment motion is to draw the attention of the House to a recent matter of urgent public importance having serious consequences and in regard to which a motion or a resolution with proper notice will be too late. The matter proposed to be raised should be of such a - eharacter that something very grave which affects the whole country and its security has happened and the House is required to pay its attention immediately by interrupting the normal business of the House. The adjournment motion is thus an extraordinary procedure which, if admitted, leads to setting aside the normal business of the House for discussing a definite matter of urgent public importance.
[12] What is the period within which a proclamation of national emergency made by the President is to be placed before each house of the Parliament for approval?
A.
within one month
B.
within two months
C.
within four months
D.
within six months
Ans:
within one month
Explanation :
The President of India has the power to declare three types of emergency. They are National Emergency, State Emergency and Financial Emergency. A proclamation of National Emergency has to be passed in each house of Parliament by more than half of the total members and at least, by two-third of the members present and voting. This proclamation will be invalid if it is not passed by both houses within one month. It has to be passed first by the Rajya Sabha if the Lok Sabha stands dissolved at the time of proclamation of National Emergency. It has to be passed within one month of Lok Sabha being reconstituted; otherwise the proclamation will be invalid.
[13] Which of the following is not a fundamental right as per the In than Constitution?
A.
Right to Education
B.
Right to Information
C.
Right to Speech
D.
Right to Life
Ans:
Right to Information
Explanation :
Right to Information is a part of fundamental rights under. Article 19 (1) of the Constitution which states that every citizen has freedom of speech and expression. The 86th Constitutional amendment making education a fundamental right was passed by Parliament in 2002. Right to speech comes under freedom of speech and expression which is a fundamental right. The constitution guarantees the right to life and personal liberty as a fundamental right under article 21.
[14] The essential feature of democracy is giving Prominence to the –
A.
Executive
B.
Judiciary
C.
Citizen
D.
Civil Society
Ans:
Citizen
Explanation :
The essential feature of democracy is giving prominence to the citizen. One of the key features of democracy is that by the people, from the people and to the people. People occupy the centre stage here.
[15] In which one of the following years was Sarkaria Commission, which was empowered to recommend 0 changes in Centre-State relations, submitted its report?
A.
1983
B.
1984
C.
1985
D.
1987
Ans:
1983
Explanation :
In view of the growing pressure for the greater autonomy, in June 1983 the Union Government appointed a commission under the chairmanship of Justice R.S. Sarkaria to review the question of centre state relations. The commission submitted its report to the then Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi on 27 October 1987.
[16] Which of the following is a bulwark of personal freedom?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Habeas corpus
C.
Quo-Warranto
D.
Certiorari
Ans:
Habeas corpus
Explanation :
Habeas corpus is a bulwark of personal freedom. It is a legal action, or writ, through which a person can seek relief from the unlawful detention of him or herself, or of another person. It protects the individual frpm harming him or herself, or from being harmed by the judicial system. The writ of habeas corpus has historically been an important instrument for the safeguarding of individual freedom against arbitrary state action.
[17] After how many days of absence from Parliament without permission can a M.P. be disqualified?
A.
30 days
B.
60 days
C.
90 days
D.
120 days
Ans:
60 days
Explanation :
The Constitution provides for disqualification of a Member of Parliament (MP) if he/she is absent continuously for 60 days from the Lok Sabha or the Rajya Sabha without permission.
[18] Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. Br. Ambedkar
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Shri K. M. Munshi
Ans:
Shri K. M. Munshi
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the President of Constituent Assembly on 11 December, 1946. On January 26, 1950, the Constitution of independent India was ratified and Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the nation's first President.
[19] Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee Of the Constituent Assembly?
A.
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
B.
C. Rajagopalchari
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected president of the Constituent Assembly while B.R. Ambedkar was appointed the Chairman of the Drafting Committee.
[20] Who among the following was the first Tribal speaker of Lok Sabha?
A.
G. V. Mavalankar
B.
G. M. C. Balayogi
C.
Manohar Joshi
D.
P. A. Sangma
Ans:
P. A. Sangma
Explanation :
P.A. Sangma was the first tribal Speaker of Lok Sabha. He hailed from a small tribal village in Meghalaya.
[21] Which of the following Houses has had the longest speeches by the members?
A.
House of Lords
B.
Lok Sabha
C.
US Senate
D.
Swiss Council of States
Ans:
US Senate
Explanation :
US senate holds the record for the longest speeches by the members.
[22] In which State of India, was a non-Congress government formed for the the first time?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Pondicherry
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
E.M.S. Namboodiripad was an Indian Communist leader, Socialist-Marxist theorist, revolutionary, author, historian, social commentator and the first Chief Minister of Kerala state, As the first non-Indian National Congress Chief Minister in Republic of India, he became the leader of the first democratically elected Communist government in India (San Marino being first in the world). It was also the first time for a regional party anywhere in India to win state elections.
[23] How many seats are reserved for Scheduled Castes in the Lok Sabha?
A.
59
B.
69
C.
79
D.
84
Ans:
84
Explanation :
For the purpose of constituting the Lok Sabha, the whole country has been divided into 543 Parliamentary Constituencies, each one of which elects one member. The members of the Lok Sabha are elected directly by the eligible voters. The President of India can nominate maximum of two members as representatives of the Anglo- Indian community. Some seats are reserved in Lok Sabha for the members of the Schedule Castes and Scheduled Tribes. As per the order issued by the Delimitation Commission in 2008, 412 are general, 84 seats arc reserved for Scheduled Castes and 47 seats for the Scheduled Tribes. Earlier it was 79 and 41 for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes respectively.
[24] Who is the founder of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)?
A.
Jyotiba Phule
B.
Kanshi Ram
C.
B.R. Ambedkar
D.
Sahu Maharaj
Ans:
Kanshi Ram
Explanation :
BSP was founded in 1983 by Kanshi Ram. Due to his deteriorating health in the 1990s, former school teacher Mayawati became the party's leader.
[25] All doubts and disputes in connection with election of the President are inquired into and decided by .
A.
the Election Commission
B.
the Supreme Court
C.
the Parliament
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
the Supreme Court
Explanation :
According to Article 71 of the Constitution, all doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court. If the election is declared void by the Supreme Court, acts done by him in the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of the office, on or before the date of the decision of the Supreme Court shall not be invalidated by reason of that declaration.
Explanation :
Concurrent list consists of 52 items (previously 47 items). Marriage and divorce, transfer of property other than agricultural land, education, contracts, bankruptcy and insolvency, etc, come under this list.
[10] Which innovative discussion process is introduced by the Indian parliament to the World Parliamentary systems?
A.
Question hour
B.
Zero hour
C.
Resolutions
D.
Presidential Speech
Ans:
Zero hour
Explanation :
Zero Hour is the Indian innovation in the field of parliamentary procedures and has been in existence since 1962. It is called so because it begins at 12.00 noon. However, it does not mention in the rules of procedure. During zero hour, questions are asked about issues of public importance without prior permission.
[11] A motion moved by a member in a legislature when it is desired to have a discussion on a matter of urgent public importance is called –
A.
Adjournment motion
B.
No-confidence motion
C.
Cut motion
D.
None of these
Ans:
Adjournment motion
Explanation :
The primary object of an adjournment motion is to draw the attention of the House to a recent matter of urgent public importance having serious consequences and in regard to which a motion or a resolution with proper notice will be too late. The matter proposed to be raised should be of such a - eharacter that something very grave which affects the whole country and its security has happened and the House is required to pay its attention immediately by interrupting the normal business of the House. The adjournment motion is thus an extraordinary procedure which, if admitted, leads to setting aside the normal business of the House for discussing a definite matter of urgent public importance.
[12] What is the period within which a proclamation of national emergency made by the President is to be placed before each house of the Parliament for approval?
A.
within one month
B.
within two months
C.
within four months
D.
within six months
Ans:
within one month
Explanation :
The President of India has the power to declare three types of emergency. They are National Emergency, State Emergency and Financial Emergency. A proclamation of National Emergency has to be passed in each house of Parliament by more than half of the total members and at least, by two-third of the members present and voting. This proclamation will be invalid if it is not passed by both houses within one month. It has to be passed first by the Rajya Sabha if the Lok Sabha stands dissolved at the time of proclamation of National Emergency. It has to be passed within one month of Lok Sabha being reconstituted; otherwise the proclamation will be invalid.
[13] Which of the following is not a fundamental right as per the In than Constitution?
A.
Right to Education
B.
Right to Information
C.
Right to Speech
D.
Right to Life
Ans:
Right to Information
Explanation :
Right to Information is a part of fundamental rights under. Article 19 (1) of the Constitution which states that every citizen has freedom of speech and expression. The 86th Constitutional amendment making education a fundamental right was passed by Parliament in 2002. Right to speech comes under freedom of speech and expression which is a fundamental right. The constitution guarantees the right to life and personal liberty as a fundamental right under article 21.
[14] The essential feature of democracy is giving Prominence to the –
A.
Executive
B.
Judiciary
C.
Citizen
D.
Civil Society
Ans:
Citizen
Explanation :
The essential feature of democracy is giving prominence to the citizen. One of the key features of democracy is that by the people, from the people and to the people. People occupy the centre stage here.
[15] In which one of the following years was Sarkaria Commission, which was empowered to recommend 0 changes in Centre-State relations, submitted its report?
A.
1983
B.
1984
C.
1985
D.
1987
Ans:
1983
Explanation :
In view of the growing pressure for the greater autonomy, in June 1983 the Union Government appointed a commission under the chairmanship of Justice R.S. Sarkaria to review the question of centre state relations. The commission submitted its report to the then Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi on 27 October 1987.
[16] Which of the following is a bulwark of personal freedom?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Habeas corpus
C.
Quo-Warranto
D.
Certiorari
Ans:
Habeas corpus
Explanation :
Habeas corpus is a bulwark of personal freedom. It is a legal action, or writ, through which a person can seek relief from the unlawful detention of him or herself, or of another person. It protects the individual frpm harming him or herself, or from being harmed by the judicial system. The writ of habeas corpus has historically been an important instrument for the safeguarding of individual freedom against arbitrary state action.
[17] After how many days of absence from Parliament without permission can a M.P. be disqualified?
A.
30 days
B.
60 days
C.
90 days
D.
120 days
Ans:
60 days
Explanation :
The Constitution provides for disqualification of a Member of Parliament (MP) if he/she is absent continuously for 60 days from the Lok Sabha or the Rajya Sabha without permission.
[18] Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. Br. Ambedkar
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Shri K. M. Munshi
Ans:
Shri K. M. Munshi
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the President of Constituent Assembly on 11 December, 1946. On January 26, 1950, the Constitution of independent India was ratified and Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the nation's first President.
[19] Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee Of the Constituent Assembly?
A.
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
B.
C. Rajagopalchari
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected president of the Constituent Assembly while B.R. Ambedkar was appointed the Chairman of the Drafting Committee.
[20] Who among the following was the first Tribal speaker of Lok Sabha?
A.
G. V. Mavalankar
B.
G. M. C. Balayogi
C.
Manohar Joshi
D.
P. A. Sangma
Ans:
P. A. Sangma
Explanation :
P.A. Sangma was the first tribal Speaker of Lok Sabha. He hailed from a small tribal village in Meghalaya.
[21] Which of the following Houses has had the longest speeches by the members?
A.
House of Lords
B.
Lok Sabha
C.
US Senate
D.
Swiss Council of States
Ans:
US Senate
Explanation :
US senate holds the record for the longest speeches by the members.
[22] In which State of India, was a non-Congress government formed for the the first time?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Pondicherry
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
E.M.S. Namboodiripad was an Indian Communist leader, Socialist-Marxist theorist, revolutionary, author, historian, social commentator and the first Chief Minister of Kerala state, As the first non-Indian National Congress Chief Minister in Republic of India, he became the leader of the first democratically elected Communist government in India (San Marino being first in the world). It was also the first time for a regional party anywhere in India to win state elections.
[23] How many seats are reserved for Scheduled Castes in the Lok Sabha?
A.
59
B.
69
C.
79
D.
84
Ans:
84
Explanation :
For the purpose of constituting the Lok Sabha, the whole country has been divided into 543 Parliamentary Constituencies, each one of which elects one member. The members of the Lok Sabha are elected directly by the eligible voters. The President of India can nominate maximum of two members as representatives of the Anglo- Indian community. Some seats are reserved in Lok Sabha for the members of the Schedule Castes and Scheduled Tribes. As per the order issued by the Delimitation Commission in 2008, 412 are general, 84 seats arc reserved for Scheduled Castes and 47 seats for the Scheduled Tribes. Earlier it was 79 and 41 for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes respectively.
[24] Who is the founder of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)?
A.
Jyotiba Phule
B.
Kanshi Ram
C.
B.R. Ambedkar
D.
Sahu Maharaj
Ans:
Kanshi Ram
Explanation :
BSP was founded in 1983 by Kanshi Ram. Due to his deteriorating health in the 1990s, former school teacher Mayawati became the party's leader.
[25] All doubts and disputes in connection with election of the President are inquired into and decided by .
A.
the Election Commission
B.
the Supreme Court
C.
the Parliament
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
the Supreme Court
Explanation :
According to Article 71 of the Constitution, all doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court. If the election is declared void by the Supreme Court, acts done by him in the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of the office, on or before the date of the decision of the Supreme Court shall not be invalidated by reason of that declaration.
Explanation :
The primary object of an adjournment motion is to draw the attention of the House to a recent matter of urgent public importance having serious consequences and in regard to which a motion or a resolution with proper notice will be too late. The matter proposed to be raised should be of such a - eharacter that something very grave which affects the whole country and its security has happened and the House is required to pay its attention immediately by interrupting the normal business of the House. The adjournment motion is thus an extraordinary procedure which, if admitted, leads to setting aside the normal business of the House for discussing a definite matter of urgent public importance.
[12] What is the period within which a proclamation of national emergency made by the President is to be placed before each house of the Parliament for approval?
A.
within one month
B.
within two months
C.
within four months
D.
within six months
Ans:
within one month
Explanation :
The President of India has the power to declare three types of emergency. They are National Emergency, State Emergency and Financial Emergency. A proclamation of National Emergency has to be passed in each house of Parliament by more than half of the total members and at least, by two-third of the members present and voting. This proclamation will be invalid if it is not passed by both houses within one month. It has to be passed first by the Rajya Sabha if the Lok Sabha stands dissolved at the time of proclamation of National Emergency. It has to be passed within one month of Lok Sabha being reconstituted; otherwise the proclamation will be invalid.
[13] Which of the following is not a fundamental right as per the In than Constitution?
A.
Right to Education
B.
Right to Information
C.
Right to Speech
D.
Right to Life
Ans:
Right to Information
Explanation :
Right to Information is a part of fundamental rights under. Article 19 (1) of the Constitution which states that every citizen has freedom of speech and expression. The 86th Constitutional amendment making education a fundamental right was passed by Parliament in 2002. Right to speech comes under freedom of speech and expression which is a fundamental right. The constitution guarantees the right to life and personal liberty as a fundamental right under article 21.
[14] The essential feature of democracy is giving Prominence to the –
A.
Executive
B.
Judiciary
C.
Citizen
D.
Civil Society
Ans:
Citizen
Explanation :
The essential feature of democracy is giving prominence to the citizen. One of the key features of democracy is that by the people, from the people and to the people. People occupy the centre stage here.
[15] In which one of the following years was Sarkaria Commission, which was empowered to recommend 0 changes in Centre-State relations, submitted its report?
A.
1983
B.
1984
C.
1985
D.
1987
Ans:
1983
Explanation :
In view of the growing pressure for the greater autonomy, in June 1983 the Union Government appointed a commission under the chairmanship of Justice R.S. Sarkaria to review the question of centre state relations. The commission submitted its report to the then Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi on 27 October 1987.
[16] Which of the following is a bulwark of personal freedom?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Habeas corpus
C.
Quo-Warranto
D.
Certiorari
Ans:
Habeas corpus
Explanation :
Habeas corpus is a bulwark of personal freedom. It is a legal action, or writ, through which a person can seek relief from the unlawful detention of him or herself, or of another person. It protects the individual frpm harming him or herself, or from being harmed by the judicial system. The writ of habeas corpus has historically been an important instrument for the safeguarding of individual freedom against arbitrary state action.
[17] After how many days of absence from Parliament without permission can a M.P. be disqualified?
A.
30 days
B.
60 days
C.
90 days
D.
120 days
Ans:
60 days
Explanation :
The Constitution provides for disqualification of a Member of Parliament (MP) if he/she is absent continuously for 60 days from the Lok Sabha or the Rajya Sabha without permission.
[18] Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. Br. Ambedkar
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Shri K. M. Munshi
Ans:
Shri K. M. Munshi
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the President of Constituent Assembly on 11 December, 1946. On January 26, 1950, the Constitution of independent India was ratified and Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the nation's first President.
[19] Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee Of the Constituent Assembly?
A.
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
B.
C. Rajagopalchari
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected president of the Constituent Assembly while B.R. Ambedkar was appointed the Chairman of the Drafting Committee.
[20] Who among the following was the first Tribal speaker of Lok Sabha?
A.
G. V. Mavalankar
B.
G. M. C. Balayogi
C.
Manohar Joshi
D.
P. A. Sangma
Ans:
P. A. Sangma
Explanation :
P.A. Sangma was the first tribal Speaker of Lok Sabha. He hailed from a small tribal village in Meghalaya.
[21] Which of the following Houses has had the longest speeches by the members?
A.
House of Lords
B.
Lok Sabha
C.
US Senate
D.
Swiss Council of States
Ans:
US Senate
Explanation :
US senate holds the record for the longest speeches by the members.
[22] In which State of India, was a non-Congress government formed for the the first time?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Pondicherry
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
E.M.S. Namboodiripad was an Indian Communist leader, Socialist-Marxist theorist, revolutionary, author, historian, social commentator and the first Chief Minister of Kerala state, As the first non-Indian National Congress Chief Minister in Republic of India, he became the leader of the first democratically elected Communist government in India (San Marino being first in the world). It was also the first time for a regional party anywhere in India to win state elections.
[23] How many seats are reserved for Scheduled Castes in the Lok Sabha?
A.
59
B.
69
C.
79
D.
84
Ans:
84
Explanation :
For the purpose of constituting the Lok Sabha, the whole country has been divided into 543 Parliamentary Constituencies, each one of which elects one member. The members of the Lok Sabha are elected directly by the eligible voters. The President of India can nominate maximum of two members as representatives of the Anglo- Indian community. Some seats are reserved in Lok Sabha for the members of the Schedule Castes and Scheduled Tribes. As per the order issued by the Delimitation Commission in 2008, 412 are general, 84 seats arc reserved for Scheduled Castes and 47 seats for the Scheduled Tribes. Earlier it was 79 and 41 for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes respectively.
[24] Who is the founder of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)?
A.
Jyotiba Phule
B.
Kanshi Ram
C.
B.R. Ambedkar
D.
Sahu Maharaj
Ans:
Kanshi Ram
Explanation :
BSP was founded in 1983 by Kanshi Ram. Due to his deteriorating health in the 1990s, former school teacher Mayawati became the party's leader.
[25] All doubts and disputes in connection with election of the President are inquired into and decided by .
A.
the Election Commission
B.
the Supreme Court
C.
the Parliament
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
the Supreme Court
Explanation :
According to Article 71 of the Constitution, all doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court. If the election is declared void by the Supreme Court, acts done by him in the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of the office, on or before the date of the decision of the Supreme Court shall not be invalidated by reason of that declaration.
Explanation :
Right to Information is a part of fundamental rights under. Article 19 (1) of the Constitution which states that every citizen has freedom of speech and expression. The 86th Constitutional amendment making education a fundamental right was passed by Parliament in 2002. Right to speech comes under freedom of speech and expression which is a fundamental right. The constitution guarantees the right to life and personal liberty as a fundamental right under article 21.
[14] The essential feature of democracy is giving Prominence to the –
A.
Executive
B.
Judiciary
C.
Citizen
D.
Civil Society
Ans:
Citizen
Explanation :
The essential feature of democracy is giving prominence to the citizen. One of the key features of democracy is that by the people, from the people and to the people. People occupy the centre stage here.
[15] In which one of the following years was Sarkaria Commission, which was empowered to recommend 0 changes in Centre-State relations, submitted its report?
A.
1983
B.
1984
C.
1985
D.
1987
Ans:
1983
Explanation :
In view of the growing pressure for the greater autonomy, in June 1983 the Union Government appointed a commission under the chairmanship of Justice R.S. Sarkaria to review the question of centre state relations. The commission submitted its report to the then Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi on 27 October 1987.
[16] Which of the following is a bulwark of personal freedom?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Habeas corpus
C.
Quo-Warranto
D.
Certiorari
Ans:
Habeas corpus
Explanation :
Habeas corpus is a bulwark of personal freedom. It is a legal action, or writ, through which a person can seek relief from the unlawful detention of him or herself, or of another person. It protects the individual frpm harming him or herself, or from being harmed by the judicial system. The writ of habeas corpus has historically been an important instrument for the safeguarding of individual freedom against arbitrary state action.
[17] After how many days of absence from Parliament without permission can a M.P. be disqualified?
A.
30 days
B.
60 days
C.
90 days
D.
120 days
Ans:
60 days
Explanation :
The Constitution provides for disqualification of a Member of Parliament (MP) if he/she is absent continuously for 60 days from the Lok Sabha or the Rajya Sabha without permission.
[18] Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. Br. Ambedkar
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Shri K. M. Munshi
Ans:
Shri K. M. Munshi
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the President of Constituent Assembly on 11 December, 1946. On January 26, 1950, the Constitution of independent India was ratified and Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the nation's first President.
[19] Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee Of the Constituent Assembly?
A.
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
B.
C. Rajagopalchari
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected president of the Constituent Assembly while B.R. Ambedkar was appointed the Chairman of the Drafting Committee.
[20] Who among the following was the first Tribal speaker of Lok Sabha?
A.
G. V. Mavalankar
B.
G. M. C. Balayogi
C.
Manohar Joshi
D.
P. A. Sangma
Ans:
P. A. Sangma
Explanation :
P.A. Sangma was the first tribal Speaker of Lok Sabha. He hailed from a small tribal village in Meghalaya.
[21] Which of the following Houses has had the longest speeches by the members?
A.
House of Lords
B.
Lok Sabha
C.
US Senate
D.
Swiss Council of States
Ans:
US Senate
Explanation :
US senate holds the record for the longest speeches by the members.
[22] In which State of India, was a non-Congress government formed for the the first time?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Pondicherry
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
E.M.S. Namboodiripad was an Indian Communist leader, Socialist-Marxist theorist, revolutionary, author, historian, social commentator and the first Chief Minister of Kerala state, As the first non-Indian National Congress Chief Minister in Republic of India, he became the leader of the first democratically elected Communist government in India (San Marino being first in the world). It was also the first time for a regional party anywhere in India to win state elections.
[23] How many seats are reserved for Scheduled Castes in the Lok Sabha?
A.
59
B.
69
C.
79
D.
84
Ans:
84
Explanation :
For the purpose of constituting the Lok Sabha, the whole country has been divided into 543 Parliamentary Constituencies, each one of which elects one member. The members of the Lok Sabha are elected directly by the eligible voters. The President of India can nominate maximum of two members as representatives of the Anglo- Indian community. Some seats are reserved in Lok Sabha for the members of the Schedule Castes and Scheduled Tribes. As per the order issued by the Delimitation Commission in 2008, 412 are general, 84 seats arc reserved for Scheduled Castes and 47 seats for the Scheduled Tribes. Earlier it was 79 and 41 for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes respectively.
[24] Who is the founder of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)?
A.
Jyotiba Phule
B.
Kanshi Ram
C.
B.R. Ambedkar
D.
Sahu Maharaj
Ans:
Kanshi Ram
Explanation :
BSP was founded in 1983 by Kanshi Ram. Due to his deteriorating health in the 1990s, former school teacher Mayawati became the party's leader.
[25] All doubts and disputes in connection with election of the President are inquired into and decided by .
A.
the Election Commission
B.
the Supreme Court
C.
the Parliament
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
the Supreme Court
Explanation :
According to Article 71 of the Constitution, all doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court. If the election is declared void by the Supreme Court, acts done by him in the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of the office, on or before the date of the decision of the Supreme Court shall not be invalidated by reason of that declaration.
Explanation :
In view of the growing pressure for the greater autonomy, in June 1983 the Union Government appointed a commission under the chairmanship of Justice R.S. Sarkaria to review the question of centre state relations. The commission submitted its report to the then Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi on 27 October 1987.
[16] Which of the following is a bulwark of personal freedom?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Habeas corpus
C.
Quo-Warranto
D.
Certiorari
Ans:
Habeas corpus
Explanation :
Habeas corpus is a bulwark of personal freedom. It is a legal action, or writ, through which a person can seek relief from the unlawful detention of him or herself, or of another person. It protects the individual frpm harming him or herself, or from being harmed by the judicial system. The writ of habeas corpus has historically been an important instrument for the safeguarding of individual freedom against arbitrary state action.
[17] After how many days of absence from Parliament without permission can a M.P. be disqualified?
A.
30 days
B.
60 days
C.
90 days
D.
120 days
Ans:
60 days
Explanation :
The Constitution provides for disqualification of a Member of Parliament (MP) if he/she is absent continuously for 60 days from the Lok Sabha or the Rajya Sabha without permission.
[18] Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. Br. Ambedkar
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Shri K. M. Munshi
Ans:
Shri K. M. Munshi
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the President of Constituent Assembly on 11 December, 1946. On January 26, 1950, the Constitution of independent India was ratified and Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the nation's first President.
[19] Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee Of the Constituent Assembly?
A.
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
B.
C. Rajagopalchari
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected president of the Constituent Assembly while B.R. Ambedkar was appointed the Chairman of the Drafting Committee.
[20] Who among the following was the first Tribal speaker of Lok Sabha?
A.
G. V. Mavalankar
B.
G. M. C. Balayogi
C.
Manohar Joshi
D.
P. A. Sangma
Ans:
P. A. Sangma
Explanation :
P.A. Sangma was the first tribal Speaker of Lok Sabha. He hailed from a small tribal village in Meghalaya.
[21] Which of the following Houses has had the longest speeches by the members?
A.
House of Lords
B.
Lok Sabha
C.
US Senate
D.
Swiss Council of States
Ans:
US Senate
Explanation :
US senate holds the record for the longest speeches by the members.
[22] In which State of India, was a non-Congress government formed for the the first time?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Pondicherry
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
E.M.S. Namboodiripad was an Indian Communist leader, Socialist-Marxist theorist, revolutionary, author, historian, social commentator and the first Chief Minister of Kerala state, As the first non-Indian National Congress Chief Minister in Republic of India, he became the leader of the first democratically elected Communist government in India (San Marino being first in the world). It was also the first time for a regional party anywhere in India to win state elections.
[23] How many seats are reserved for Scheduled Castes in the Lok Sabha?
A.
59
B.
69
C.
79
D.
84
Ans:
84
Explanation :
For the purpose of constituting the Lok Sabha, the whole country has been divided into 543 Parliamentary Constituencies, each one of which elects one member. The members of the Lok Sabha are elected directly by the eligible voters. The President of India can nominate maximum of two members as representatives of the Anglo- Indian community. Some seats are reserved in Lok Sabha for the members of the Schedule Castes and Scheduled Tribes. As per the order issued by the Delimitation Commission in 2008, 412 are general, 84 seats arc reserved for Scheduled Castes and 47 seats for the Scheduled Tribes. Earlier it was 79 and 41 for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes respectively.
[24] Who is the founder of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)?
A.
Jyotiba Phule
B.
Kanshi Ram
C.
B.R. Ambedkar
D.
Sahu Maharaj
Ans:
Kanshi Ram
Explanation :
BSP was founded in 1983 by Kanshi Ram. Due to his deteriorating health in the 1990s, former school teacher Mayawati became the party's leader.
[25] All doubts and disputes in connection with election of the President are inquired into and decided by .
A.
the Election Commission
B.
the Supreme Court
C.
the Parliament
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
the Supreme Court
Explanation :
According to Article 71 of the Constitution, all doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court. If the election is declared void by the Supreme Court, acts done by him in the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of the office, on or before the date of the decision of the Supreme Court shall not be invalidated by reason of that declaration.
Explanation :
The Constitution provides for disqualification of a Member of Parliament (MP) if he/she is absent continuously for 60 days from the Lok Sabha or the Rajya Sabha without permission.
[18] Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. Br. Ambedkar
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Shri K. M. Munshi
Ans:
Shri K. M. Munshi
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the President of Constituent Assembly on 11 December, 1946. On January 26, 1950, the Constitution of independent India was ratified and Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the nation's first President.
[19] Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee Of the Constituent Assembly?
A.
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
B.
C. Rajagopalchari
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected president of the Constituent Assembly while B.R. Ambedkar was appointed the Chairman of the Drafting Committee.
[20] Who among the following was the first Tribal speaker of Lok Sabha?
A.
G. V. Mavalankar
B.
G. M. C. Balayogi
C.
Manohar Joshi
D.
P. A. Sangma
Ans:
P. A. Sangma
Explanation :
P.A. Sangma was the first tribal Speaker of Lok Sabha. He hailed from a small tribal village in Meghalaya.
[21] Which of the following Houses has had the longest speeches by the members?
A.
House of Lords
B.
Lok Sabha
C.
US Senate
D.
Swiss Council of States
Ans:
US Senate
Explanation :
US senate holds the record for the longest speeches by the members.
[22] In which State of India, was a non-Congress government formed for the the first time?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Pondicherry
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
E.M.S. Namboodiripad was an Indian Communist leader, Socialist-Marxist theorist, revolutionary, author, historian, social commentator and the first Chief Minister of Kerala state, As the first non-Indian National Congress Chief Minister in Republic of India, he became the leader of the first democratically elected Communist government in India (San Marino being first in the world). It was also the first time for a regional party anywhere in India to win state elections.
[23] How many seats are reserved for Scheduled Castes in the Lok Sabha?
A.
59
B.
69
C.
79
D.
84
Ans:
84
Explanation :
For the purpose of constituting the Lok Sabha, the whole country has been divided into 543 Parliamentary Constituencies, each one of which elects one member. The members of the Lok Sabha are elected directly by the eligible voters. The President of India can nominate maximum of two members as representatives of the Anglo- Indian community. Some seats are reserved in Lok Sabha for the members of the Schedule Castes and Scheduled Tribes. As per the order issued by the Delimitation Commission in 2008, 412 are general, 84 seats arc reserved for Scheduled Castes and 47 seats for the Scheduled Tribes. Earlier it was 79 and 41 for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes respectively.
[24] Who is the founder of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)?
A.
Jyotiba Phule
B.
Kanshi Ram
C.
B.R. Ambedkar
D.
Sahu Maharaj
Ans:
Kanshi Ram
Explanation :
BSP was founded in 1983 by Kanshi Ram. Due to his deteriorating health in the 1990s, former school teacher Mayawati became the party's leader.
[25] All doubts and disputes in connection with election of the President are inquired into and decided by .
A.
the Election Commission
B.
the Supreme Court
C.
the Parliament
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
the Supreme Court
Explanation :
According to Article 71 of the Constitution, all doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court. If the election is declared void by the Supreme Court, acts done by him in the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of the office, on or before the date of the decision of the Supreme Court shall not be invalidated by reason of that declaration.
Explanation :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected president of the Constituent Assembly while B.R. Ambedkar was appointed the Chairman of the Drafting Committee.
[20] Who among the following was the first Tribal speaker of Lok Sabha?
A.
G. V. Mavalankar
B.
G. M. C. Balayogi
C.
Manohar Joshi
D.
P. A. Sangma
Ans:
P. A. Sangma
Explanation :
P.A. Sangma was the first tribal Speaker of Lok Sabha. He hailed from a small tribal village in Meghalaya.
[21] Which of the following Houses has had the longest speeches by the members?
A.
House of Lords
B.
Lok Sabha
C.
US Senate
D.
Swiss Council of States
Ans:
US Senate
Explanation :
US senate holds the record for the longest speeches by the members.
[22] In which State of India, was a non-Congress government formed for the the first time?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Pondicherry
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
E.M.S. Namboodiripad was an Indian Communist leader, Socialist-Marxist theorist, revolutionary, author, historian, social commentator and the first Chief Minister of Kerala state, As the first non-Indian National Congress Chief Minister in Republic of India, he became the leader of the first democratically elected Communist government in India (San Marino being first in the world). It was also the first time for a regional party anywhere in India to win state elections.
[23] How many seats are reserved for Scheduled Castes in the Lok Sabha?
A.
59
B.
69
C.
79
D.
84
Ans:
84
Explanation :
For the purpose of constituting the Lok Sabha, the whole country has been divided into 543 Parliamentary Constituencies, each one of which elects one member. The members of the Lok Sabha are elected directly by the eligible voters. The President of India can nominate maximum of two members as representatives of the Anglo- Indian community. Some seats are reserved in Lok Sabha for the members of the Schedule Castes and Scheduled Tribes. As per the order issued by the Delimitation Commission in 2008, 412 are general, 84 seats arc reserved for Scheduled Castes and 47 seats for the Scheduled Tribes. Earlier it was 79 and 41 for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes respectively.
[24] Who is the founder of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)?
A.
Jyotiba Phule
B.
Kanshi Ram
C.
B.R. Ambedkar
D.
Sahu Maharaj
Ans:
Kanshi Ram
Explanation :
BSP was founded in 1983 by Kanshi Ram. Due to his deteriorating health in the 1990s, former school teacher Mayawati became the party's leader.
[25] All doubts and disputes in connection with election of the President are inquired into and decided by .
A.
the Election Commission
B.
the Supreme Court
C.
the Parliament
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
the Supreme Court
Explanation :
According to Article 71 of the Constitution, all doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court. If the election is declared void by the Supreme Court, acts done by him in the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of the office, on or before the date of the decision of the Supreme Court shall not be invalidated by reason of that declaration.
Explanation :
US senate holds the record for the longest speeches by the members.
[22] In which State of India, was a non-Congress government formed for the the first time?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Pondicherry
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
E.M.S. Namboodiripad was an Indian Communist leader, Socialist-Marxist theorist, revolutionary, author, historian, social commentator and the first Chief Minister of Kerala state, As the first non-Indian National Congress Chief Minister in Republic of India, he became the leader of the first democratically elected Communist government in India (San Marino being first in the world). It was also the first time for a regional party anywhere in India to win state elections.
[23] How many seats are reserved for Scheduled Castes in the Lok Sabha?
A.
59
B.
69
C.
79
D.
84
Ans:
84
Explanation :
For the purpose of constituting the Lok Sabha, the whole country has been divided into 543 Parliamentary Constituencies, each one of which elects one member. The members of the Lok Sabha are elected directly by the eligible voters. The President of India can nominate maximum of two members as representatives of the Anglo- Indian community. Some seats are reserved in Lok Sabha for the members of the Schedule Castes and Scheduled Tribes. As per the order issued by the Delimitation Commission in 2008, 412 are general, 84 seats arc reserved for Scheduled Castes and 47 seats for the Scheduled Tribes. Earlier it was 79 and 41 for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes respectively.
[24] Who is the founder of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)?
A.
Jyotiba Phule
B.
Kanshi Ram
C.
B.R. Ambedkar
D.
Sahu Maharaj
Ans:
Kanshi Ram
Explanation :
BSP was founded in 1983 by Kanshi Ram. Due to his deteriorating health in the 1990s, former school teacher Mayawati became the party's leader.
[25] All doubts and disputes in connection with election of the President are inquired into and decided by .
A.
the Election Commission
B.
the Supreme Court
C.
the Parliament
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
the Supreme Court
Explanation :
According to Article 71 of the Constitution, all doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court. If the election is declared void by the Supreme Court, acts done by him in the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of the office, on or before the date of the decision of the Supreme Court shall not be invalidated by reason of that declaration.
Explanation :
For the purpose of constituting the Lok Sabha, the whole country has been divided into 543 Parliamentary Constituencies, each one of which elects one member. The members of the Lok Sabha are elected directly by the eligible voters. The President of India can nominate maximum of two members as representatives of the Anglo- Indian community. Some seats are reserved in Lok Sabha for the members of the Schedule Castes and Scheduled Tribes. As per the order issued by the Delimitation Commission in 2008, 412 are general, 84 seats arc reserved for Scheduled Castes and 47 seats for the Scheduled Tribes. Earlier it was 79 and 41 for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes respectively.
[24] Who is the founder of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)?
A.
Jyotiba Phule
B.
Kanshi Ram
C.
B.R. Ambedkar
D.
Sahu Maharaj
Ans:
Kanshi Ram
Explanation :
BSP was founded in 1983 by Kanshi Ram. Due to his deteriorating health in the 1990s, former school teacher Mayawati became the party's leader.
[25] All doubts and disputes in connection with election of the President are inquired into and decided by .
A.
the Election Commission
B.
the Supreme Court
C.
the Parliament
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
the Supreme Court
Explanation :
According to Article 71 of the Constitution, all doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court. If the election is declared void by the Supreme Court, acts done by him in the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of the office, on or before the date of the decision of the Supreme Court shall not be invalidated by reason of that declaration.
Explanation :
According to Article 71 of the Constitution, all doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court. If the election is declared void by the Supreme Court, acts done by him in the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of the office, on or before the date of the decision of the Supreme Court shall not be invalidated by reason of that declaration.