[1] Who is not the ex officio member of the National Human Rights Commission?
A.
The Chairperson of the National Commission for Minorities.
B.
The Chairperson of the Law Commission of India
C.
The Chairperson of the National commission for the scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes
D.
The Chairperson of the National Commission for Women
Ans:
The Chairperson of the Law Commission of India
Explanation :
The NHRC (National Human Rights Commission) consists of: A Chairperson, One Member who is, or has been, a Judge of the Supreme Court of India, One Member who is, or has been, the Chief Justice of a High Court, Two Members to be appointed from among persons having knowledge of, or practical experience in, matters relating to human rights. In addition, the Chairpersons of four National Commissions of (1.Minorities 2.SC 3.ST 4.Women) serve as ex officio members.
[2] The term of office of members of the National Human Rights Commission from the date on which he/she enters upon his /her office is -
A.
five years or till the age of 65 years
B.
five years or till the age of 70 years
C.
six years or till the age of 65 years
D.
six years or till the age of 70 years
Ans:
five years or till the age of 70 years
Explanation :
The Chairperson and the members of the NHRC have tenure of five years. But if any member attains the age of 70 years before the completion of his tenure, he or she has to retire from the membership.
[3] Which statement is true in relation to the Protection of Human Rights Act?
A.
The Act came into force on 23rd September, 1993
B.
The Act came into force on 28th September, 1993
C.
The Act came into force on 23rd September, 1995
D.
The Act came into force on 28th September, 1995
Ans:
The Act came into force on 28th September, 1993
Explanation :
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India is an autonomous public body constituted on 12 October 1993 under the Protection of Human Rights Ordinance of 28 September 1993. It was given a statutory basis by the Protection of Human Rights Act,
[4] What is Correct About the powers of Zila Panchayats of Scheduled Areas?
A.
To plan minor water bodies
B.
To control over institutions in all social sectors
C.
To control on tribal sub-plans
D.
All of the above
Ans:
All of the above
Explanation :
The powers of Zila panchayats of scheduled Areas are— (i)To plan minor water bodies (ii) To control over institutions in all social sectors (iii) To control on tribal subplans (iv) To exercise other functions as conferred by state govt.
[5] The Municipal Commissioner is appointed by -
A.
Member of Legislative Assembly
B.
Zila Parishad
C.
State Government
D.
District Magistrate
Ans:
State Government
Explanation :
A municipal commissioner is appointed by the state government from the Indian Administrative Service and mostly from Provincial Civil Service to head the administrative staff of the Municipal Corporation, implement the decisions of the Corporation and prepare its annual budget.
[6] Which one of the following is not related to the fundamental rights of the Indian Constitution?
A.
Freedom of association
B.
Freedom of movement
C.
Freedom of assembly
D.
Freedom to be elected as a member of parliament
Ans:
Freedom to be elected as a member of parliament
Explanation :
Freedom to be elected as a member of Parliament is not related to fundamental rights, it is a political right. Freedom of association is the right to join or leave or the right of the group to take collective action to peruse the interests of members.
[7] The main purpose of Panchayati Raj is -
A.
To create employment
B.
To increase agricultural production
C.
To make people politically conscious
D.
To make people participate in development administration
Ans:
To make people politically conscious
Explanation :
The main aim of Panchayat raj system is to settle the local problems locally and to make the people politically conscious.
[8] The legislature in a democratic country can influence public opinion by –
A.
Focusing attention on public issues
B.
Granting rights
C.
Enacting non-controversial laws
D.
Defining the duties of the citizens
Ans:
Focusing attention on public issues
Explanation :
The legislature in a democratic country can influence public opinion by focusing attention on public issues. It offers an easy solution to the problem of political obligation. The citizens obey the law, as it rests on their will to obey. The whole process of law-making serves to obliterate the distinction between the law-giver and the law-receiver.
[9] There is a Parliamentary system of Government in India because –
A.
The Lok Sabha is directly elected by the people
B.
The Parliament can amend the Constitution
C.
The Rajya Sabha cannot be dissolved
D.
The Council of Ministers is responsible to the Lok Sabha
Ans:
The Council of Ministers is responsible to the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
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[10] The chairman of the Public Accounts Committee in the Indian Parliament is :
A.
The Leader of Opposition Party
B.
The Speaker of Lok Sabha
C.
The Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
The Chajman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
The Leader of Opposition Party
Explanation :
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is a committee of selected members of Parliament, constituted by the Parliament of India, for the auditing of the expenditure of the Government of India. The Chairman is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. Earlier, it was headed by a member of the ruling party.
[11] Which of the following is not related to the powers of the Governor?
A.
Diplomatic and military powers
B.
Power to appoint Advocate General
C.
Summoning, proroguing and dissolving State Legislature
D.
Power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites or remission of punishments
Ans:
Diplomatic and military powers
Explanation :
Diplomatic and military powers are related to the powers of the President. It is not the power of Governor.
[12] Who among the following recommends to the Parliament for the abolition of the Legislative Council in a State?
A.
The President of India
B.
The Governor of the concerned State
C.
The Legislative Council of the concerned State
D.
The Legislative Assembly of the concerned State
Ans:
The Legislative Assembly of the concerned State
Explanation :
The legislative assembly of the concerned state recommends to the parliament for the abolition of the legislative council in a state (Article 169).
[13] Under which law it is prescribed that all proceedings in the Supreme Court of India shall be in English language?
A.
The Supreme Court Rules, 1966
B.
A Legislation made by the Parliament
C.
Article 145 of the Constitution of India
D.
Article 348 of the Constitution of India
Ans:
Article 348 of the Constitution of India
Explanation :
Article 348 of Indian Constitution mentions the language to be used in Supreme Court and the High Courts. According to the article 348, the language of all proceedings in the Supreme court and in every high court shall be English.
[14] Stability of the Government is assured in –
A.
Parliamentary Form of Government.
B.
Presidential Form of Government.
C.
Plural Executive System
D.
Direction Democracy
Ans:
Presidential Form of Government.
Explanation :
The presidential system has several advantages. As the President is selected separately from the Legislature, the President and Executive branch are not subject (in most cases) to any form of vote of no-confidence. As such, this leads to continuity in the Executive branch, as the Executive will remain stable over the term of the President. Besides, there is a clear demarcation between the Executive and the Legislative branch, allowing for a more effective set of checks-and-balances to be placed on both branches by the other.
[15] Who has the right to seek advisory opinion of the Supreme Court of India, on any question of law?
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Any judge of the High Court
D.
All of the above
Ans:
President
Explanation :
According to Article 143 of the Constitution of India, the President of India can request the Supreme Court of India to provide its advice on certain matters. This procedure is called "Presidential Reference".
[16] The number of judges can be modified in the Supreme Court by -
A.
Presidential Order
B.
Supreme Court by Notification
C.
Parliament by Law
D.
Central Government by notification
Ans:
Parliament by Law
Explanation :
The no judges can be modified in the court Supreme Court by parliament by laws.
[17] Ideas of welfare state are contained in –
A.
Fundamental Rights
B.
Directive Principles of State Policy
C.
Preamble of the Constitution
D.
Part VII
Ans:
Directive Principles of State Policy
Explanation :
The directive principles of state policy, contained in Articles 36-51 under Part IV of Indian constitution, lays down the contours of welfare state. For example, Article 38 (1) provides that the state shall strive to promote the welfare of the people by securing and protecting a social order based on social, economic and political justice.
[18] The Supreme Court of India enjoys -
A.
Original jurisdiction
B.
Advisory jurisdiction
C.
Appellate and advisory jurisdictions
D.
Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Ans:
Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Explanation :
The Supreme Court has originally jurisdiction i.e. cases which can originate with the Supreme Court alone over disputes between (1) the Government of India and one or more states (2) the Government of India and any state and states on one side and one or more state on the other (3) two or more states.
[19] Vice-President of India is elected by an electoral college consisting of -
A.
members of both Houses of Parliament
B.
members of Rajya Sabha only
C.
elected members of both Houses of Parliament
D.
elected members of Lok Sabha only
Ans:
members of both Houses of Parliament
Explanation :
members of both houses of parliament.
[20] Department of official languages is subordinate office of which ministry?
A.
Ministry of social justice and Empowerment
B.
Ministry of Home Affairs
C.
Ministry of Rural Development
D.
Ministry of Culture
Ans:
Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
Department of official languages is subordinate office of the Ministry of Home affairs. It deals with the implementation of the provisions of the Constitution relating to official languages and the provisions of the Official Languages Act, 1963.
[21] The Prime Minister of India is the head of the -
A.
State government
B.
Central government
C.
Both the state and Central government
D.
None of them
Ans:
None of them
Explanation :
The prime Minister of India is the chief of government, chief advisor to the President of India, head of the Council of Ministers and the leader of the majority party in parliament.
[22] If the position of President and Vice-President are vacant, who officiates as the President of India?
A.
The Prime Minister
B.
The Chief Justice of India
C.
The Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
The Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
Chief Justice of India officiates position of President and Vice-President when there seats vacant.
[23] Which one of the following was not the basis invoked by the US for attacking Iraq in March 2003?
A.
Iraq possessed weapons of mass destruction
B.
Saddam Hussain had links with Al Quaeda
C.
Regime Change in Iraq
D.
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Ans:
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Explanation :
The question of withdrawal of Iraq from kuwait was an issue in 1991 Iraq war. This was not an issue during 2003 Iraq war.
[24] Which of the following Republic/Republics was/were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008?
A.
South Ossettia
B.
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
C.
Abkhazia
D.
Nogorno Karabakh
Ans:
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
Explanation :
South Ossettia and Abkhazia republics were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008.
[25] The proposal for framing of the Constitution of India by an elected Constituent Assembly was made by -
A.
Simon Commissions
B.
Government of India Act, 1935
C.
Cripps Mission
D.
British cabinet Delegation
Ans:
British cabinet Delegation
Explanation :
The proposal for framing of the constitution of India by an elected constituent assembly was made by British cabinet delegation.
Explanation :
The NHRC (National Human Rights Commission) consists of: A Chairperson, One Member who is, or has been, a Judge of the Supreme Court of India, One Member who is, or has been, the Chief Justice of a High Court, Two Members to be appointed from among persons having knowledge of, or practical experience in, matters relating to human rights. In addition, the Chairpersons of four National Commissions of (1.Minorities 2.SC 3.ST 4.Women) serve as ex officio members.
[2] The term of office of members of the National Human Rights Commission from the date on which he/she enters upon his /her office is -
A.
five years or till the age of 65 years
B.
five years or till the age of 70 years
C.
six years or till the age of 65 years
D.
six years or till the age of 70 years
Ans:
five years or till the age of 70 years
Explanation :
The Chairperson and the members of the NHRC have tenure of five years. But if any member attains the age of 70 years before the completion of his tenure, he or she has to retire from the membership.
[3] Which statement is true in relation to the Protection of Human Rights Act?
A.
The Act came into force on 23rd September, 1993
B.
The Act came into force on 28th September, 1993
C.
The Act came into force on 23rd September, 1995
D.
The Act came into force on 28th September, 1995
Ans:
The Act came into force on 28th September, 1993
Explanation :
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India is an autonomous public body constituted on 12 October 1993 under the Protection of Human Rights Ordinance of 28 September 1993. It was given a statutory basis by the Protection of Human Rights Act,
[4] What is Correct About the powers of Zila Panchayats of Scheduled Areas?
A.
To plan minor water bodies
B.
To control over institutions in all social sectors
C.
To control on tribal sub-plans
D.
All of the above
Ans:
All of the above
Explanation :
The powers of Zila panchayats of scheduled Areas are— (i)To plan minor water bodies (ii) To control over institutions in all social sectors (iii) To control on tribal subplans (iv) To exercise other functions as conferred by state govt.
[5] The Municipal Commissioner is appointed by -
A.
Member of Legislative Assembly
B.
Zila Parishad
C.
State Government
D.
District Magistrate
Ans:
State Government
Explanation :
A municipal commissioner is appointed by the state government from the Indian Administrative Service and mostly from Provincial Civil Service to head the administrative staff of the Municipal Corporation, implement the decisions of the Corporation and prepare its annual budget.
[6] Which one of the following is not related to the fundamental rights of the Indian Constitution?
A.
Freedom of association
B.
Freedom of movement
C.
Freedom of assembly
D.
Freedom to be elected as a member of parliament
Ans:
Freedom to be elected as a member of parliament
Explanation :
Freedom to be elected as a member of Parliament is not related to fundamental rights, it is a political right. Freedom of association is the right to join or leave or the right of the group to take collective action to peruse the interests of members.
[7] The main purpose of Panchayati Raj is -
A.
To create employment
B.
To increase agricultural production
C.
To make people politically conscious
D.
To make people participate in development administration
Ans:
To make people politically conscious
Explanation :
The main aim of Panchayat raj system is to settle the local problems locally and to make the people politically conscious.
[8] The legislature in a democratic country can influence public opinion by –
A.
Focusing attention on public issues
B.
Granting rights
C.
Enacting non-controversial laws
D.
Defining the duties of the citizens
Ans:
Focusing attention on public issues
Explanation :
The legislature in a democratic country can influence public opinion by focusing attention on public issues. It offers an easy solution to the problem of political obligation. The citizens obey the law, as it rests on their will to obey. The whole process of law-making serves to obliterate the distinction between the law-giver and the law-receiver.
[9] There is a Parliamentary system of Government in India because –
A.
The Lok Sabha is directly elected by the people
B.
The Parliament can amend the Constitution
C.
The Rajya Sabha cannot be dissolved
D.
The Council of Ministers is responsible to the Lok Sabha
Ans:
The Council of Ministers is responsible to the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
0
[10] The chairman of the Public Accounts Committee in the Indian Parliament is :
A.
The Leader of Opposition Party
B.
The Speaker of Lok Sabha
C.
The Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
The Chajman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
The Leader of Opposition Party
Explanation :
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is a committee of selected members of Parliament, constituted by the Parliament of India, for the auditing of the expenditure of the Government of India. The Chairman is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. Earlier, it was headed by a member of the ruling party.
[11] Which of the following is not related to the powers of the Governor?
A.
Diplomatic and military powers
B.
Power to appoint Advocate General
C.
Summoning, proroguing and dissolving State Legislature
D.
Power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites or remission of punishments
Ans:
Diplomatic and military powers
Explanation :
Diplomatic and military powers are related to the powers of the President. It is not the power of Governor.
[12] Who among the following recommends to the Parliament for the abolition of the Legislative Council in a State?
A.
The President of India
B.
The Governor of the concerned State
C.
The Legislative Council of the concerned State
D.
The Legislative Assembly of the concerned State
Ans:
The Legislative Assembly of the concerned State
Explanation :
The legislative assembly of the concerned state recommends to the parliament for the abolition of the legislative council in a state (Article 169).
[13] Under which law it is prescribed that all proceedings in the Supreme Court of India shall be in English language?
A.
The Supreme Court Rules, 1966
B.
A Legislation made by the Parliament
C.
Article 145 of the Constitution of India
D.
Article 348 of the Constitution of India
Ans:
Article 348 of the Constitution of India
Explanation :
Article 348 of Indian Constitution mentions the language to be used in Supreme Court and the High Courts. According to the article 348, the language of all proceedings in the Supreme court and in every high court shall be English.
[14] Stability of the Government is assured in –
A.
Parliamentary Form of Government.
B.
Presidential Form of Government.
C.
Plural Executive System
D.
Direction Democracy
Ans:
Presidential Form of Government.
Explanation :
The presidential system has several advantages. As the President is selected separately from the Legislature, the President and Executive branch are not subject (in most cases) to any form of vote of no-confidence. As such, this leads to continuity in the Executive branch, as the Executive will remain stable over the term of the President. Besides, there is a clear demarcation between the Executive and the Legislative branch, allowing for a more effective set of checks-and-balances to be placed on both branches by the other.
[15] Who has the right to seek advisory opinion of the Supreme Court of India, on any question of law?
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Any judge of the High Court
D.
All of the above
Ans:
President
Explanation :
According to Article 143 of the Constitution of India, the President of India can request the Supreme Court of India to provide its advice on certain matters. This procedure is called "Presidential Reference".
[16] The number of judges can be modified in the Supreme Court by -
A.
Presidential Order
B.
Supreme Court by Notification
C.
Parliament by Law
D.
Central Government by notification
Ans:
Parliament by Law
Explanation :
The no judges can be modified in the court Supreme Court by parliament by laws.
[17] Ideas of welfare state are contained in –
A.
Fundamental Rights
B.
Directive Principles of State Policy
C.
Preamble of the Constitution
D.
Part VII
Ans:
Directive Principles of State Policy
Explanation :
The directive principles of state policy, contained in Articles 36-51 under Part IV of Indian constitution, lays down the contours of welfare state. For example, Article 38 (1) provides that the state shall strive to promote the welfare of the people by securing and protecting a social order based on social, economic and political justice.
[18] The Supreme Court of India enjoys -
A.
Original jurisdiction
B.
Advisory jurisdiction
C.
Appellate and advisory jurisdictions
D.
Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Ans:
Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Explanation :
The Supreme Court has originally jurisdiction i.e. cases which can originate with the Supreme Court alone over disputes between (1) the Government of India and one or more states (2) the Government of India and any state and states on one side and one or more state on the other (3) two or more states.
[19] Vice-President of India is elected by an electoral college consisting of -
A.
members of both Houses of Parliament
B.
members of Rajya Sabha only
C.
elected members of both Houses of Parliament
D.
elected members of Lok Sabha only
Ans:
members of both Houses of Parliament
Explanation :
members of both houses of parliament.
[20] Department of official languages is subordinate office of which ministry?
A.
Ministry of social justice and Empowerment
B.
Ministry of Home Affairs
C.
Ministry of Rural Development
D.
Ministry of Culture
Ans:
Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
Department of official languages is subordinate office of the Ministry of Home affairs. It deals with the implementation of the provisions of the Constitution relating to official languages and the provisions of the Official Languages Act, 1963.
[21] The Prime Minister of India is the head of the -
A.
State government
B.
Central government
C.
Both the state and Central government
D.
None of them
Ans:
None of them
Explanation :
The prime Minister of India is the chief of government, chief advisor to the President of India, head of the Council of Ministers and the leader of the majority party in parliament.
[22] If the position of President and Vice-President are vacant, who officiates as the President of India?
A.
The Prime Minister
B.
The Chief Justice of India
C.
The Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
The Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
Chief Justice of India officiates position of President and Vice-President when there seats vacant.
[23] Which one of the following was not the basis invoked by the US for attacking Iraq in March 2003?
A.
Iraq possessed weapons of mass destruction
B.
Saddam Hussain had links with Al Quaeda
C.
Regime Change in Iraq
D.
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Ans:
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Explanation :
The question of withdrawal of Iraq from kuwait was an issue in 1991 Iraq war. This was not an issue during 2003 Iraq war.
[24] Which of the following Republic/Republics was/were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008?
A.
South Ossettia
B.
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
C.
Abkhazia
D.
Nogorno Karabakh
Ans:
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
Explanation :
South Ossettia and Abkhazia republics were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008.
[25] The proposal for framing of the Constitution of India by an elected Constituent Assembly was made by -
A.
Simon Commissions
B.
Government of India Act, 1935
C.
Cripps Mission
D.
British cabinet Delegation
Ans:
British cabinet Delegation
Explanation :
The proposal for framing of the constitution of India by an elected constituent assembly was made by British cabinet delegation.
Explanation :
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India is an autonomous public body constituted on 12 October 1993 under the Protection of Human Rights Ordinance of 28 September 1993. It was given a statutory basis by the Protection of Human Rights Act,
[4] What is Correct About the powers of Zila Panchayats of Scheduled Areas?
A.
To plan minor water bodies
B.
To control over institutions in all social sectors
C.
To control on tribal sub-plans
D.
All of the above
Ans:
All of the above
Explanation :
The powers of Zila panchayats of scheduled Areas are— (i)To plan minor water bodies (ii) To control over institutions in all social sectors (iii) To control on tribal subplans (iv) To exercise other functions as conferred by state govt.
[5] The Municipal Commissioner is appointed by -
A.
Member of Legislative Assembly
B.
Zila Parishad
C.
State Government
D.
District Magistrate
Ans:
State Government
Explanation :
A municipal commissioner is appointed by the state government from the Indian Administrative Service and mostly from Provincial Civil Service to head the administrative staff of the Municipal Corporation, implement the decisions of the Corporation and prepare its annual budget.
[6] Which one of the following is not related to the fundamental rights of the Indian Constitution?
A.
Freedom of association
B.
Freedom of movement
C.
Freedom of assembly
D.
Freedom to be elected as a member of parliament
Ans:
Freedom to be elected as a member of parliament
Explanation :
Freedom to be elected as a member of Parliament is not related to fundamental rights, it is a political right. Freedom of association is the right to join or leave or the right of the group to take collective action to peruse the interests of members.
[7] The main purpose of Panchayati Raj is -
A.
To create employment
B.
To increase agricultural production
C.
To make people politically conscious
D.
To make people participate in development administration
Ans:
To make people politically conscious
Explanation :
The main aim of Panchayat raj system is to settle the local problems locally and to make the people politically conscious.
[8] The legislature in a democratic country can influence public opinion by –
A.
Focusing attention on public issues
B.
Granting rights
C.
Enacting non-controversial laws
D.
Defining the duties of the citizens
Ans:
Focusing attention on public issues
Explanation :
The legislature in a democratic country can influence public opinion by focusing attention on public issues. It offers an easy solution to the problem of political obligation. The citizens obey the law, as it rests on their will to obey. The whole process of law-making serves to obliterate the distinction between the law-giver and the law-receiver.
[9] There is a Parliamentary system of Government in India because –
A.
The Lok Sabha is directly elected by the people
B.
The Parliament can amend the Constitution
C.
The Rajya Sabha cannot be dissolved
D.
The Council of Ministers is responsible to the Lok Sabha
Ans:
The Council of Ministers is responsible to the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
0
[10] The chairman of the Public Accounts Committee in the Indian Parliament is :
A.
The Leader of Opposition Party
B.
The Speaker of Lok Sabha
C.
The Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
The Chajman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
The Leader of Opposition Party
Explanation :
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is a committee of selected members of Parliament, constituted by the Parliament of India, for the auditing of the expenditure of the Government of India. The Chairman is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. Earlier, it was headed by a member of the ruling party.
[11] Which of the following is not related to the powers of the Governor?
A.
Diplomatic and military powers
B.
Power to appoint Advocate General
C.
Summoning, proroguing and dissolving State Legislature
D.
Power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites or remission of punishments
Ans:
Diplomatic and military powers
Explanation :
Diplomatic and military powers are related to the powers of the President. It is not the power of Governor.
[12] Who among the following recommends to the Parliament for the abolition of the Legislative Council in a State?
A.
The President of India
B.
The Governor of the concerned State
C.
The Legislative Council of the concerned State
D.
The Legislative Assembly of the concerned State
Ans:
The Legislative Assembly of the concerned State
Explanation :
The legislative assembly of the concerned state recommends to the parliament for the abolition of the legislative council in a state (Article 169).
[13] Under which law it is prescribed that all proceedings in the Supreme Court of India shall be in English language?
A.
The Supreme Court Rules, 1966
B.
A Legislation made by the Parliament
C.
Article 145 of the Constitution of India
D.
Article 348 of the Constitution of India
Ans:
Article 348 of the Constitution of India
Explanation :
Article 348 of Indian Constitution mentions the language to be used in Supreme Court and the High Courts. According to the article 348, the language of all proceedings in the Supreme court and in every high court shall be English.
[14] Stability of the Government is assured in –
A.
Parliamentary Form of Government.
B.
Presidential Form of Government.
C.
Plural Executive System
D.
Direction Democracy
Ans:
Presidential Form of Government.
Explanation :
The presidential system has several advantages. As the President is selected separately from the Legislature, the President and Executive branch are not subject (in most cases) to any form of vote of no-confidence. As such, this leads to continuity in the Executive branch, as the Executive will remain stable over the term of the President. Besides, there is a clear demarcation between the Executive and the Legislative branch, allowing for a more effective set of checks-and-balances to be placed on both branches by the other.
[15] Who has the right to seek advisory opinion of the Supreme Court of India, on any question of law?
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Any judge of the High Court
D.
All of the above
Ans:
President
Explanation :
According to Article 143 of the Constitution of India, the President of India can request the Supreme Court of India to provide its advice on certain matters. This procedure is called "Presidential Reference".
[16] The number of judges can be modified in the Supreme Court by -
A.
Presidential Order
B.
Supreme Court by Notification
C.
Parliament by Law
D.
Central Government by notification
Ans:
Parliament by Law
Explanation :
The no judges can be modified in the court Supreme Court by parliament by laws.
[17] Ideas of welfare state are contained in –
A.
Fundamental Rights
B.
Directive Principles of State Policy
C.
Preamble of the Constitution
D.
Part VII
Ans:
Directive Principles of State Policy
Explanation :
The directive principles of state policy, contained in Articles 36-51 under Part IV of Indian constitution, lays down the contours of welfare state. For example, Article 38 (1) provides that the state shall strive to promote the welfare of the people by securing and protecting a social order based on social, economic and political justice.
[18] The Supreme Court of India enjoys -
A.
Original jurisdiction
B.
Advisory jurisdiction
C.
Appellate and advisory jurisdictions
D.
Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Ans:
Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Explanation :
The Supreme Court has originally jurisdiction i.e. cases which can originate with the Supreme Court alone over disputes between (1) the Government of India and one or more states (2) the Government of India and any state and states on one side and one or more state on the other (3) two or more states.
[19] Vice-President of India is elected by an electoral college consisting of -
A.
members of both Houses of Parliament
B.
members of Rajya Sabha only
C.
elected members of both Houses of Parliament
D.
elected members of Lok Sabha only
Ans:
members of both Houses of Parliament
Explanation :
members of both houses of parliament.
[20] Department of official languages is subordinate office of which ministry?
A.
Ministry of social justice and Empowerment
B.
Ministry of Home Affairs
C.
Ministry of Rural Development
D.
Ministry of Culture
Ans:
Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
Department of official languages is subordinate office of the Ministry of Home affairs. It deals with the implementation of the provisions of the Constitution relating to official languages and the provisions of the Official Languages Act, 1963.
[21] The Prime Minister of India is the head of the -
A.
State government
B.
Central government
C.
Both the state and Central government
D.
None of them
Ans:
None of them
Explanation :
The prime Minister of India is the chief of government, chief advisor to the President of India, head of the Council of Ministers and the leader of the majority party in parliament.
[22] If the position of President and Vice-President are vacant, who officiates as the President of India?
A.
The Prime Minister
B.
The Chief Justice of India
C.
The Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
The Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
Chief Justice of India officiates position of President and Vice-President when there seats vacant.
[23] Which one of the following was not the basis invoked by the US for attacking Iraq in March 2003?
A.
Iraq possessed weapons of mass destruction
B.
Saddam Hussain had links with Al Quaeda
C.
Regime Change in Iraq
D.
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Ans:
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Explanation :
The question of withdrawal of Iraq from kuwait was an issue in 1991 Iraq war. This was not an issue during 2003 Iraq war.
[24] Which of the following Republic/Republics was/were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008?
A.
South Ossettia
B.
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
C.
Abkhazia
D.
Nogorno Karabakh
Ans:
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
Explanation :
South Ossettia and Abkhazia republics were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008.
[25] The proposal for framing of the Constitution of India by an elected Constituent Assembly was made by -
A.
Simon Commissions
B.
Government of India Act, 1935
C.
Cripps Mission
D.
British cabinet Delegation
Ans:
British cabinet Delegation
Explanation :
The proposal for framing of the constitution of India by an elected constituent assembly was made by British cabinet delegation.
Explanation :
A municipal commissioner is appointed by the state government from the Indian Administrative Service and mostly from Provincial Civil Service to head the administrative staff of the Municipal Corporation, implement the decisions of the Corporation and prepare its annual budget.
[6] Which one of the following is not related to the fundamental rights of the Indian Constitution?
A.
Freedom of association
B.
Freedom of movement
C.
Freedom of assembly
D.
Freedom to be elected as a member of parliament
Ans:
Freedom to be elected as a member of parliament
Explanation :
Freedom to be elected as a member of Parliament is not related to fundamental rights, it is a political right. Freedom of association is the right to join or leave or the right of the group to take collective action to peruse the interests of members.
[7] The main purpose of Panchayati Raj is -
A.
To create employment
B.
To increase agricultural production
C.
To make people politically conscious
D.
To make people participate in development administration
Ans:
To make people politically conscious
Explanation :
The main aim of Panchayat raj system is to settle the local problems locally and to make the people politically conscious.
[8] The legislature in a democratic country can influence public opinion by –
A.
Focusing attention on public issues
B.
Granting rights
C.
Enacting non-controversial laws
D.
Defining the duties of the citizens
Ans:
Focusing attention on public issues
Explanation :
The legislature in a democratic country can influence public opinion by focusing attention on public issues. It offers an easy solution to the problem of political obligation. The citizens obey the law, as it rests on their will to obey. The whole process of law-making serves to obliterate the distinction between the law-giver and the law-receiver.
[9] There is a Parliamentary system of Government in India because –
A.
The Lok Sabha is directly elected by the people
B.
The Parliament can amend the Constitution
C.
The Rajya Sabha cannot be dissolved
D.
The Council of Ministers is responsible to the Lok Sabha
Ans:
The Council of Ministers is responsible to the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
0
[10] The chairman of the Public Accounts Committee in the Indian Parliament is :
A.
The Leader of Opposition Party
B.
The Speaker of Lok Sabha
C.
The Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
The Chajman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
The Leader of Opposition Party
Explanation :
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is a committee of selected members of Parliament, constituted by the Parliament of India, for the auditing of the expenditure of the Government of India. The Chairman is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. Earlier, it was headed by a member of the ruling party.
[11] Which of the following is not related to the powers of the Governor?
A.
Diplomatic and military powers
B.
Power to appoint Advocate General
C.
Summoning, proroguing and dissolving State Legislature
D.
Power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites or remission of punishments
Ans:
Diplomatic and military powers
Explanation :
Diplomatic and military powers are related to the powers of the President. It is not the power of Governor.
[12] Who among the following recommends to the Parliament for the abolition of the Legislative Council in a State?
A.
The President of India
B.
The Governor of the concerned State
C.
The Legislative Council of the concerned State
D.
The Legislative Assembly of the concerned State
Ans:
The Legislative Assembly of the concerned State
Explanation :
The legislative assembly of the concerned state recommends to the parliament for the abolition of the legislative council in a state (Article 169).
[13] Under which law it is prescribed that all proceedings in the Supreme Court of India shall be in English language?
A.
The Supreme Court Rules, 1966
B.
A Legislation made by the Parliament
C.
Article 145 of the Constitution of India
D.
Article 348 of the Constitution of India
Ans:
Article 348 of the Constitution of India
Explanation :
Article 348 of Indian Constitution mentions the language to be used in Supreme Court and the High Courts. According to the article 348, the language of all proceedings in the Supreme court and in every high court shall be English.
[14] Stability of the Government is assured in –
A.
Parliamentary Form of Government.
B.
Presidential Form of Government.
C.
Plural Executive System
D.
Direction Democracy
Ans:
Presidential Form of Government.
Explanation :
The presidential system has several advantages. As the President is selected separately from the Legislature, the President and Executive branch are not subject (in most cases) to any form of vote of no-confidence. As such, this leads to continuity in the Executive branch, as the Executive will remain stable over the term of the President. Besides, there is a clear demarcation between the Executive and the Legislative branch, allowing for a more effective set of checks-and-balances to be placed on both branches by the other.
[15] Who has the right to seek advisory opinion of the Supreme Court of India, on any question of law?
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Any judge of the High Court
D.
All of the above
Ans:
President
Explanation :
According to Article 143 of the Constitution of India, the President of India can request the Supreme Court of India to provide its advice on certain matters. This procedure is called "Presidential Reference".
[16] The number of judges can be modified in the Supreme Court by -
A.
Presidential Order
B.
Supreme Court by Notification
C.
Parliament by Law
D.
Central Government by notification
Ans:
Parliament by Law
Explanation :
The no judges can be modified in the court Supreme Court by parliament by laws.
[17] Ideas of welfare state are contained in –
A.
Fundamental Rights
B.
Directive Principles of State Policy
C.
Preamble of the Constitution
D.
Part VII
Ans:
Directive Principles of State Policy
Explanation :
The directive principles of state policy, contained in Articles 36-51 under Part IV of Indian constitution, lays down the contours of welfare state. For example, Article 38 (1) provides that the state shall strive to promote the welfare of the people by securing and protecting a social order based on social, economic and political justice.
[18] The Supreme Court of India enjoys -
A.
Original jurisdiction
B.
Advisory jurisdiction
C.
Appellate and advisory jurisdictions
D.
Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Ans:
Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Explanation :
The Supreme Court has originally jurisdiction i.e. cases which can originate with the Supreme Court alone over disputes between (1) the Government of India and one or more states (2) the Government of India and any state and states on one side and one or more state on the other (3) two or more states.
[19] Vice-President of India is elected by an electoral college consisting of -
A.
members of both Houses of Parliament
B.
members of Rajya Sabha only
C.
elected members of both Houses of Parliament
D.
elected members of Lok Sabha only
Ans:
members of both Houses of Parliament
Explanation :
members of both houses of parliament.
[20] Department of official languages is subordinate office of which ministry?
A.
Ministry of social justice and Empowerment
B.
Ministry of Home Affairs
C.
Ministry of Rural Development
D.
Ministry of Culture
Ans:
Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
Department of official languages is subordinate office of the Ministry of Home affairs. It deals with the implementation of the provisions of the Constitution relating to official languages and the provisions of the Official Languages Act, 1963.
[21] The Prime Minister of India is the head of the -
A.
State government
B.
Central government
C.
Both the state and Central government
D.
None of them
Ans:
None of them
Explanation :
The prime Minister of India is the chief of government, chief advisor to the President of India, head of the Council of Ministers and the leader of the majority party in parliament.
[22] If the position of President and Vice-President are vacant, who officiates as the President of India?
A.
The Prime Minister
B.
The Chief Justice of India
C.
The Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
The Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
Chief Justice of India officiates position of President and Vice-President when there seats vacant.
[23] Which one of the following was not the basis invoked by the US for attacking Iraq in March 2003?
A.
Iraq possessed weapons of mass destruction
B.
Saddam Hussain had links with Al Quaeda
C.
Regime Change in Iraq
D.
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Ans:
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Explanation :
The question of withdrawal of Iraq from kuwait was an issue in 1991 Iraq war. This was not an issue during 2003 Iraq war.
[24] Which of the following Republic/Republics was/were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008?
A.
South Ossettia
B.
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
C.
Abkhazia
D.
Nogorno Karabakh
Ans:
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
Explanation :
South Ossettia and Abkhazia republics were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008.
[25] The proposal for framing of the Constitution of India by an elected Constituent Assembly was made by -
A.
Simon Commissions
B.
Government of India Act, 1935
C.
Cripps Mission
D.
British cabinet Delegation
Ans:
British cabinet Delegation
Explanation :
The proposal for framing of the constitution of India by an elected constituent assembly was made by British cabinet delegation.
Explanation :
The main aim of Panchayat raj system is to settle the local problems locally and to make the people politically conscious.
[8] The legislature in a democratic country can influence public opinion by –
A.
Focusing attention on public issues
B.
Granting rights
C.
Enacting non-controversial laws
D.
Defining the duties of the citizens
Ans:
Focusing attention on public issues
Explanation :
The legislature in a democratic country can influence public opinion by focusing attention on public issues. It offers an easy solution to the problem of political obligation. The citizens obey the law, as it rests on their will to obey. The whole process of law-making serves to obliterate the distinction between the law-giver and the law-receiver.
[9] There is a Parliamentary system of Government in India because –
A.
The Lok Sabha is directly elected by the people
B.
The Parliament can amend the Constitution
C.
The Rajya Sabha cannot be dissolved
D.
The Council of Ministers is responsible to the Lok Sabha
Ans:
The Council of Ministers is responsible to the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
0
[10] The chairman of the Public Accounts Committee in the Indian Parliament is :
A.
The Leader of Opposition Party
B.
The Speaker of Lok Sabha
C.
The Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
The Chajman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
The Leader of Opposition Party
Explanation :
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is a committee of selected members of Parliament, constituted by the Parliament of India, for the auditing of the expenditure of the Government of India. The Chairman is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. Earlier, it was headed by a member of the ruling party.
[11] Which of the following is not related to the powers of the Governor?
A.
Diplomatic and military powers
B.
Power to appoint Advocate General
C.
Summoning, proroguing and dissolving State Legislature
D.
Power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites or remission of punishments
Ans:
Diplomatic and military powers
Explanation :
Diplomatic and military powers are related to the powers of the President. It is not the power of Governor.
[12] Who among the following recommends to the Parliament for the abolition of the Legislative Council in a State?
A.
The President of India
B.
The Governor of the concerned State
C.
The Legislative Council of the concerned State
D.
The Legislative Assembly of the concerned State
Ans:
The Legislative Assembly of the concerned State
Explanation :
The legislative assembly of the concerned state recommends to the parliament for the abolition of the legislative council in a state (Article 169).
[13] Under which law it is prescribed that all proceedings in the Supreme Court of India shall be in English language?
A.
The Supreme Court Rules, 1966
B.
A Legislation made by the Parliament
C.
Article 145 of the Constitution of India
D.
Article 348 of the Constitution of India
Ans:
Article 348 of the Constitution of India
Explanation :
Article 348 of Indian Constitution mentions the language to be used in Supreme Court and the High Courts. According to the article 348, the language of all proceedings in the Supreme court and in every high court shall be English.
[14] Stability of the Government is assured in –
A.
Parliamentary Form of Government.
B.
Presidential Form of Government.
C.
Plural Executive System
D.
Direction Democracy
Ans:
Presidential Form of Government.
Explanation :
The presidential system has several advantages. As the President is selected separately from the Legislature, the President and Executive branch are not subject (in most cases) to any form of vote of no-confidence. As such, this leads to continuity in the Executive branch, as the Executive will remain stable over the term of the President. Besides, there is a clear demarcation between the Executive and the Legislative branch, allowing for a more effective set of checks-and-balances to be placed on both branches by the other.
[15] Who has the right to seek advisory opinion of the Supreme Court of India, on any question of law?
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Any judge of the High Court
D.
All of the above
Ans:
President
Explanation :
According to Article 143 of the Constitution of India, the President of India can request the Supreme Court of India to provide its advice on certain matters. This procedure is called "Presidential Reference".
[16] The number of judges can be modified in the Supreme Court by -
A.
Presidential Order
B.
Supreme Court by Notification
C.
Parliament by Law
D.
Central Government by notification
Ans:
Parliament by Law
Explanation :
The no judges can be modified in the court Supreme Court by parliament by laws.
[17] Ideas of welfare state are contained in –
A.
Fundamental Rights
B.
Directive Principles of State Policy
C.
Preamble of the Constitution
D.
Part VII
Ans:
Directive Principles of State Policy
Explanation :
The directive principles of state policy, contained in Articles 36-51 under Part IV of Indian constitution, lays down the contours of welfare state. For example, Article 38 (1) provides that the state shall strive to promote the welfare of the people by securing and protecting a social order based on social, economic and political justice.
[18] The Supreme Court of India enjoys -
A.
Original jurisdiction
B.
Advisory jurisdiction
C.
Appellate and advisory jurisdictions
D.
Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Ans:
Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Explanation :
The Supreme Court has originally jurisdiction i.e. cases which can originate with the Supreme Court alone over disputes between (1) the Government of India and one or more states (2) the Government of India and any state and states on one side and one or more state on the other (3) two or more states.
[19] Vice-President of India is elected by an electoral college consisting of -
A.
members of both Houses of Parliament
B.
members of Rajya Sabha only
C.
elected members of both Houses of Parliament
D.
elected members of Lok Sabha only
Ans:
members of both Houses of Parliament
Explanation :
members of both houses of parliament.
[20] Department of official languages is subordinate office of which ministry?
A.
Ministry of social justice and Empowerment
B.
Ministry of Home Affairs
C.
Ministry of Rural Development
D.
Ministry of Culture
Ans:
Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
Department of official languages is subordinate office of the Ministry of Home affairs. It deals with the implementation of the provisions of the Constitution relating to official languages and the provisions of the Official Languages Act, 1963.
[21] The Prime Minister of India is the head of the -
A.
State government
B.
Central government
C.
Both the state and Central government
D.
None of them
Ans:
None of them
Explanation :
The prime Minister of India is the chief of government, chief advisor to the President of India, head of the Council of Ministers and the leader of the majority party in parliament.
[22] If the position of President and Vice-President are vacant, who officiates as the President of India?
A.
The Prime Minister
B.
The Chief Justice of India
C.
The Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
The Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
Chief Justice of India officiates position of President and Vice-President when there seats vacant.
[23] Which one of the following was not the basis invoked by the US for attacking Iraq in March 2003?
A.
Iraq possessed weapons of mass destruction
B.
Saddam Hussain had links with Al Quaeda
C.
Regime Change in Iraq
D.
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Ans:
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Explanation :
The question of withdrawal of Iraq from kuwait was an issue in 1991 Iraq war. This was not an issue during 2003 Iraq war.
[24] Which of the following Republic/Republics was/were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008?
A.
South Ossettia
B.
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
C.
Abkhazia
D.
Nogorno Karabakh
Ans:
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
Explanation :
South Ossettia and Abkhazia republics were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008.
[25] The proposal for framing of the Constitution of India by an elected Constituent Assembly was made by -
A.
Simon Commissions
B.
Government of India Act, 1935
C.
Cripps Mission
D.
British cabinet Delegation
Ans:
British cabinet Delegation
Explanation :
The proposal for framing of the constitution of India by an elected constituent assembly was made by British cabinet delegation.
Explanation :
0
[10] The chairman of the Public Accounts Committee in the Indian Parliament is :
A.
The Leader of Opposition Party
B.
The Speaker of Lok Sabha
C.
The Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
The Chajman of Rajya Sabha
Ans:
The Leader of Opposition Party
Explanation :
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is a committee of selected members of Parliament, constituted by the Parliament of India, for the auditing of the expenditure of the Government of India. The Chairman is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Since 1967, the chairman of the committee is selected from the opposition. Earlier, it was headed by a member of the ruling party.
[11] Which of the following is not related to the powers of the Governor?
A.
Diplomatic and military powers
B.
Power to appoint Advocate General
C.
Summoning, proroguing and dissolving State Legislature
D.
Power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites or remission of punishments
Ans:
Diplomatic and military powers
Explanation :
Diplomatic and military powers are related to the powers of the President. It is not the power of Governor.
[12] Who among the following recommends to the Parliament for the abolition of the Legislative Council in a State?
A.
The President of India
B.
The Governor of the concerned State
C.
The Legislative Council of the concerned State
D.
The Legislative Assembly of the concerned State
Ans:
The Legislative Assembly of the concerned State
Explanation :
The legislative assembly of the concerned state recommends to the parliament for the abolition of the legislative council in a state (Article 169).
[13] Under which law it is prescribed that all proceedings in the Supreme Court of India shall be in English language?
A.
The Supreme Court Rules, 1966
B.
A Legislation made by the Parliament
C.
Article 145 of the Constitution of India
D.
Article 348 of the Constitution of India
Ans:
Article 348 of the Constitution of India
Explanation :
Article 348 of Indian Constitution mentions the language to be used in Supreme Court and the High Courts. According to the article 348, the language of all proceedings in the Supreme court and in every high court shall be English.
[14] Stability of the Government is assured in –
A.
Parliamentary Form of Government.
B.
Presidential Form of Government.
C.
Plural Executive System
D.
Direction Democracy
Ans:
Presidential Form of Government.
Explanation :
The presidential system has several advantages. As the President is selected separately from the Legislature, the President and Executive branch are not subject (in most cases) to any form of vote of no-confidence. As such, this leads to continuity in the Executive branch, as the Executive will remain stable over the term of the President. Besides, there is a clear demarcation between the Executive and the Legislative branch, allowing for a more effective set of checks-and-balances to be placed on both branches by the other.
[15] Who has the right to seek advisory opinion of the Supreme Court of India, on any question of law?
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Any judge of the High Court
D.
All of the above
Ans:
President
Explanation :
According to Article 143 of the Constitution of India, the President of India can request the Supreme Court of India to provide its advice on certain matters. This procedure is called "Presidential Reference".
[16] The number of judges can be modified in the Supreme Court by -
A.
Presidential Order
B.
Supreme Court by Notification
C.
Parliament by Law
D.
Central Government by notification
Ans:
Parliament by Law
Explanation :
The no judges can be modified in the court Supreme Court by parliament by laws.
[17] Ideas of welfare state are contained in –
A.
Fundamental Rights
B.
Directive Principles of State Policy
C.
Preamble of the Constitution
D.
Part VII
Ans:
Directive Principles of State Policy
Explanation :
The directive principles of state policy, contained in Articles 36-51 under Part IV of Indian constitution, lays down the contours of welfare state. For example, Article 38 (1) provides that the state shall strive to promote the welfare of the people by securing and protecting a social order based on social, economic and political justice.
[18] The Supreme Court of India enjoys -
A.
Original jurisdiction
B.
Advisory jurisdiction
C.
Appellate and advisory jurisdictions
D.
Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Ans:
Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Explanation :
The Supreme Court has originally jurisdiction i.e. cases which can originate with the Supreme Court alone over disputes between (1) the Government of India and one or more states (2) the Government of India and any state and states on one side and one or more state on the other (3) two or more states.
[19] Vice-President of India is elected by an electoral college consisting of -
A.
members of both Houses of Parliament
B.
members of Rajya Sabha only
C.
elected members of both Houses of Parliament
D.
elected members of Lok Sabha only
Ans:
members of both Houses of Parliament
Explanation :
members of both houses of parliament.
[20] Department of official languages is subordinate office of which ministry?
A.
Ministry of social justice and Empowerment
B.
Ministry of Home Affairs
C.
Ministry of Rural Development
D.
Ministry of Culture
Ans:
Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
Department of official languages is subordinate office of the Ministry of Home affairs. It deals with the implementation of the provisions of the Constitution relating to official languages and the provisions of the Official Languages Act, 1963.
[21] The Prime Minister of India is the head of the -
A.
State government
B.
Central government
C.
Both the state and Central government
D.
None of them
Ans:
None of them
Explanation :
The prime Minister of India is the chief of government, chief advisor to the President of India, head of the Council of Ministers and the leader of the majority party in parliament.
[22] If the position of President and Vice-President are vacant, who officiates as the President of India?
A.
The Prime Minister
B.
The Chief Justice of India
C.
The Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
The Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
Chief Justice of India officiates position of President and Vice-President when there seats vacant.
[23] Which one of the following was not the basis invoked by the US for attacking Iraq in March 2003?
A.
Iraq possessed weapons of mass destruction
B.
Saddam Hussain had links with Al Quaeda
C.
Regime Change in Iraq
D.
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Ans:
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Explanation :
The question of withdrawal of Iraq from kuwait was an issue in 1991 Iraq war. This was not an issue during 2003 Iraq war.
[24] Which of the following Republic/Republics was/were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008?
A.
South Ossettia
B.
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
C.
Abkhazia
D.
Nogorno Karabakh
Ans:
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
Explanation :
South Ossettia and Abkhazia republics were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008.
[25] The proposal for framing of the Constitution of India by an elected Constituent Assembly was made by -
A.
Simon Commissions
B.
Government of India Act, 1935
C.
Cripps Mission
D.
British cabinet Delegation
Ans:
British cabinet Delegation
Explanation :
The proposal for framing of the constitution of India by an elected constituent assembly was made by British cabinet delegation.
Explanation :
Diplomatic and military powers are related to the powers of the President. It is not the power of Governor.
[12] Who among the following recommends to the Parliament for the abolition of the Legislative Council in a State?
A.
The President of India
B.
The Governor of the concerned State
C.
The Legislative Council of the concerned State
D.
The Legislative Assembly of the concerned State
Ans:
The Legislative Assembly of the concerned State
Explanation :
The legislative assembly of the concerned state recommends to the parliament for the abolition of the legislative council in a state (Article 169).
[13] Under which law it is prescribed that all proceedings in the Supreme Court of India shall be in English language?
A.
The Supreme Court Rules, 1966
B.
A Legislation made by the Parliament
C.
Article 145 of the Constitution of India
D.
Article 348 of the Constitution of India
Ans:
Article 348 of the Constitution of India
Explanation :
Article 348 of Indian Constitution mentions the language to be used in Supreme Court and the High Courts. According to the article 348, the language of all proceedings in the Supreme court and in every high court shall be English.
[14] Stability of the Government is assured in –
A.
Parliamentary Form of Government.
B.
Presidential Form of Government.
C.
Plural Executive System
D.
Direction Democracy
Ans:
Presidential Form of Government.
Explanation :
The presidential system has several advantages. As the President is selected separately from the Legislature, the President and Executive branch are not subject (in most cases) to any form of vote of no-confidence. As such, this leads to continuity in the Executive branch, as the Executive will remain stable over the term of the President. Besides, there is a clear demarcation between the Executive and the Legislative branch, allowing for a more effective set of checks-and-balances to be placed on both branches by the other.
[15] Who has the right to seek advisory opinion of the Supreme Court of India, on any question of law?
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Any judge of the High Court
D.
All of the above
Ans:
President
Explanation :
According to Article 143 of the Constitution of India, the President of India can request the Supreme Court of India to provide its advice on certain matters. This procedure is called "Presidential Reference".
[16] The number of judges can be modified in the Supreme Court by -
A.
Presidential Order
B.
Supreme Court by Notification
C.
Parliament by Law
D.
Central Government by notification
Ans:
Parliament by Law
Explanation :
The no judges can be modified in the court Supreme Court by parliament by laws.
[17] Ideas of welfare state are contained in –
A.
Fundamental Rights
B.
Directive Principles of State Policy
C.
Preamble of the Constitution
D.
Part VII
Ans:
Directive Principles of State Policy
Explanation :
The directive principles of state policy, contained in Articles 36-51 under Part IV of Indian constitution, lays down the contours of welfare state. For example, Article 38 (1) provides that the state shall strive to promote the welfare of the people by securing and protecting a social order based on social, economic and political justice.
[18] The Supreme Court of India enjoys -
A.
Original jurisdiction
B.
Advisory jurisdiction
C.
Appellate and advisory jurisdictions
D.
Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Ans:
Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Explanation :
The Supreme Court has originally jurisdiction i.e. cases which can originate with the Supreme Court alone over disputes between (1) the Government of India and one or more states (2) the Government of India and any state and states on one side and one or more state on the other (3) two or more states.
[19] Vice-President of India is elected by an electoral college consisting of -
A.
members of both Houses of Parliament
B.
members of Rajya Sabha only
C.
elected members of both Houses of Parliament
D.
elected members of Lok Sabha only
Ans:
members of both Houses of Parliament
Explanation :
members of both houses of parliament.
[20] Department of official languages is subordinate office of which ministry?
A.
Ministry of social justice and Empowerment
B.
Ministry of Home Affairs
C.
Ministry of Rural Development
D.
Ministry of Culture
Ans:
Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
Department of official languages is subordinate office of the Ministry of Home affairs. It deals with the implementation of the provisions of the Constitution relating to official languages and the provisions of the Official Languages Act, 1963.
[21] The Prime Minister of India is the head of the -
A.
State government
B.
Central government
C.
Both the state and Central government
D.
None of them
Ans:
None of them
Explanation :
The prime Minister of India is the chief of government, chief advisor to the President of India, head of the Council of Ministers and the leader of the majority party in parliament.
[22] If the position of President and Vice-President are vacant, who officiates as the President of India?
A.
The Prime Minister
B.
The Chief Justice of India
C.
The Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
The Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
Chief Justice of India officiates position of President and Vice-President when there seats vacant.
[23] Which one of the following was not the basis invoked by the US for attacking Iraq in March 2003?
A.
Iraq possessed weapons of mass destruction
B.
Saddam Hussain had links with Al Quaeda
C.
Regime Change in Iraq
D.
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Ans:
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Explanation :
The question of withdrawal of Iraq from kuwait was an issue in 1991 Iraq war. This was not an issue during 2003 Iraq war.
[24] Which of the following Republic/Republics was/were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008?
A.
South Ossettia
B.
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
C.
Abkhazia
D.
Nogorno Karabakh
Ans:
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
Explanation :
South Ossettia and Abkhazia republics were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008.
[25] The proposal for framing of the Constitution of India by an elected Constituent Assembly was made by -
A.
Simon Commissions
B.
Government of India Act, 1935
C.
Cripps Mission
D.
British cabinet Delegation
Ans:
British cabinet Delegation
Explanation :
The proposal for framing of the constitution of India by an elected constituent assembly was made by British cabinet delegation.
Explanation :
Article 348 of Indian Constitution mentions the language to be used in Supreme Court and the High Courts. According to the article 348, the language of all proceedings in the Supreme court and in every high court shall be English.
[14] Stability of the Government is assured in –
A.
Parliamentary Form of Government.
B.
Presidential Form of Government.
C.
Plural Executive System
D.
Direction Democracy
Ans:
Presidential Form of Government.
Explanation :
The presidential system has several advantages. As the President is selected separately from the Legislature, the President and Executive branch are not subject (in most cases) to any form of vote of no-confidence. As such, this leads to continuity in the Executive branch, as the Executive will remain stable over the term of the President. Besides, there is a clear demarcation between the Executive and the Legislative branch, allowing for a more effective set of checks-and-balances to be placed on both branches by the other.
[15] Who has the right to seek advisory opinion of the Supreme Court of India, on any question of law?
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Any judge of the High Court
D.
All of the above
Ans:
President
Explanation :
According to Article 143 of the Constitution of India, the President of India can request the Supreme Court of India to provide its advice on certain matters. This procedure is called "Presidential Reference".
[16] The number of judges can be modified in the Supreme Court by -
A.
Presidential Order
B.
Supreme Court by Notification
C.
Parliament by Law
D.
Central Government by notification
Ans:
Parliament by Law
Explanation :
The no judges can be modified in the court Supreme Court by parliament by laws.
[17] Ideas of welfare state are contained in –
A.
Fundamental Rights
B.
Directive Principles of State Policy
C.
Preamble of the Constitution
D.
Part VII
Ans:
Directive Principles of State Policy
Explanation :
The directive principles of state policy, contained in Articles 36-51 under Part IV of Indian constitution, lays down the contours of welfare state. For example, Article 38 (1) provides that the state shall strive to promote the welfare of the people by securing and protecting a social order based on social, economic and political justice.
[18] The Supreme Court of India enjoys -
A.
Original jurisdiction
B.
Advisory jurisdiction
C.
Appellate and advisory jurisdictions
D.
Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Ans:
Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Explanation :
The Supreme Court has originally jurisdiction i.e. cases which can originate with the Supreme Court alone over disputes between (1) the Government of India and one or more states (2) the Government of India and any state and states on one side and one or more state on the other (3) two or more states.
[19] Vice-President of India is elected by an electoral college consisting of -
A.
members of both Houses of Parliament
B.
members of Rajya Sabha only
C.
elected members of both Houses of Parliament
D.
elected members of Lok Sabha only
Ans:
members of both Houses of Parliament
Explanation :
members of both houses of parliament.
[20] Department of official languages is subordinate office of which ministry?
A.
Ministry of social justice and Empowerment
B.
Ministry of Home Affairs
C.
Ministry of Rural Development
D.
Ministry of Culture
Ans:
Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
Department of official languages is subordinate office of the Ministry of Home affairs. It deals with the implementation of the provisions of the Constitution relating to official languages and the provisions of the Official Languages Act, 1963.
[21] The Prime Minister of India is the head of the -
A.
State government
B.
Central government
C.
Both the state and Central government
D.
None of them
Ans:
None of them
Explanation :
The prime Minister of India is the chief of government, chief advisor to the President of India, head of the Council of Ministers and the leader of the majority party in parliament.
[22] If the position of President and Vice-President are vacant, who officiates as the President of India?
A.
The Prime Minister
B.
The Chief Justice of India
C.
The Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
The Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
Chief Justice of India officiates position of President and Vice-President when there seats vacant.
[23] Which one of the following was not the basis invoked by the US for attacking Iraq in March 2003?
A.
Iraq possessed weapons of mass destruction
B.
Saddam Hussain had links with Al Quaeda
C.
Regime Change in Iraq
D.
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Ans:
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Explanation :
The question of withdrawal of Iraq from kuwait was an issue in 1991 Iraq war. This was not an issue during 2003 Iraq war.
[24] Which of the following Republic/Republics was/were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008?
A.
South Ossettia
B.
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
C.
Abkhazia
D.
Nogorno Karabakh
Ans:
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
Explanation :
South Ossettia and Abkhazia republics were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008.
[25] The proposal for framing of the Constitution of India by an elected Constituent Assembly was made by -
A.
Simon Commissions
B.
Government of India Act, 1935
C.
Cripps Mission
D.
British cabinet Delegation
Ans:
British cabinet Delegation
Explanation :
The proposal for framing of the constitution of India by an elected constituent assembly was made by British cabinet delegation.
Explanation :
According to Article 143 of the Constitution of India, the President of India can request the Supreme Court of India to provide its advice on certain matters. This procedure is called "Presidential Reference".
[16] The number of judges can be modified in the Supreme Court by -
A.
Presidential Order
B.
Supreme Court by Notification
C.
Parliament by Law
D.
Central Government by notification
Ans:
Parliament by Law
Explanation :
The no judges can be modified in the court Supreme Court by parliament by laws.
[17] Ideas of welfare state are contained in –
A.
Fundamental Rights
B.
Directive Principles of State Policy
C.
Preamble of the Constitution
D.
Part VII
Ans:
Directive Principles of State Policy
Explanation :
The directive principles of state policy, contained in Articles 36-51 under Part IV of Indian constitution, lays down the contours of welfare state. For example, Article 38 (1) provides that the state shall strive to promote the welfare of the people by securing and protecting a social order based on social, economic and political justice.
[18] The Supreme Court of India enjoys -
A.
Original jurisdiction
B.
Advisory jurisdiction
C.
Appellate and advisory jurisdictions
D.
Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Ans:
Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Explanation :
The Supreme Court has originally jurisdiction i.e. cases which can originate with the Supreme Court alone over disputes between (1) the Government of India and one or more states (2) the Government of India and any state and states on one side and one or more state on the other (3) two or more states.
[19] Vice-President of India is elected by an electoral college consisting of -
A.
members of both Houses of Parliament
B.
members of Rajya Sabha only
C.
elected members of both Houses of Parliament
D.
elected members of Lok Sabha only
Ans:
members of both Houses of Parliament
Explanation :
members of both houses of parliament.
[20] Department of official languages is subordinate office of which ministry?
A.
Ministry of social justice and Empowerment
B.
Ministry of Home Affairs
C.
Ministry of Rural Development
D.
Ministry of Culture
Ans:
Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
Department of official languages is subordinate office of the Ministry of Home affairs. It deals with the implementation of the provisions of the Constitution relating to official languages and the provisions of the Official Languages Act, 1963.
[21] The Prime Minister of India is the head of the -
A.
State government
B.
Central government
C.
Both the state and Central government
D.
None of them
Ans:
None of them
Explanation :
The prime Minister of India is the chief of government, chief advisor to the President of India, head of the Council of Ministers and the leader of the majority party in parliament.
[22] If the position of President and Vice-President are vacant, who officiates as the President of India?
A.
The Prime Minister
B.
The Chief Justice of India
C.
The Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
The Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
Chief Justice of India officiates position of President and Vice-President when there seats vacant.
[23] Which one of the following was not the basis invoked by the US for attacking Iraq in March 2003?
A.
Iraq possessed weapons of mass destruction
B.
Saddam Hussain had links with Al Quaeda
C.
Regime Change in Iraq
D.
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Ans:
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Explanation :
The question of withdrawal of Iraq from kuwait was an issue in 1991 Iraq war. This was not an issue during 2003 Iraq war.
[24] Which of the following Republic/Republics was/were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008?
A.
South Ossettia
B.
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
C.
Abkhazia
D.
Nogorno Karabakh
Ans:
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
Explanation :
South Ossettia and Abkhazia republics were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008.
[25] The proposal for framing of the Constitution of India by an elected Constituent Assembly was made by -
A.
Simon Commissions
B.
Government of India Act, 1935
C.
Cripps Mission
D.
British cabinet Delegation
Ans:
British cabinet Delegation
Explanation :
The proposal for framing of the constitution of India by an elected constituent assembly was made by British cabinet delegation.
Explanation :
The directive principles of state policy, contained in Articles 36-51 under Part IV of Indian constitution, lays down the contours of welfare state. For example, Article 38 (1) provides that the state shall strive to promote the welfare of the people by securing and protecting a social order based on social, economic and political justice.
[18] The Supreme Court of India enjoys -
A.
Original jurisdiction
B.
Advisory jurisdiction
C.
Appellate and advisory jurisdictions
D.
Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Ans:
Original, appellate and advisory jurisdictions.
Explanation :
The Supreme Court has originally jurisdiction i.e. cases which can originate with the Supreme Court alone over disputes between (1) the Government of India and one or more states (2) the Government of India and any state and states on one side and one or more state on the other (3) two or more states.
[19] Vice-President of India is elected by an electoral college consisting of -
A.
members of both Houses of Parliament
B.
members of Rajya Sabha only
C.
elected members of both Houses of Parliament
D.
elected members of Lok Sabha only
Ans:
members of both Houses of Parliament
Explanation :
members of both houses of parliament.
[20] Department of official languages is subordinate office of which ministry?
A.
Ministry of social justice and Empowerment
B.
Ministry of Home Affairs
C.
Ministry of Rural Development
D.
Ministry of Culture
Ans:
Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
Department of official languages is subordinate office of the Ministry of Home affairs. It deals with the implementation of the provisions of the Constitution relating to official languages and the provisions of the Official Languages Act, 1963.
[21] The Prime Minister of India is the head of the -
A.
State government
B.
Central government
C.
Both the state and Central government
D.
None of them
Ans:
None of them
Explanation :
The prime Minister of India is the chief of government, chief advisor to the President of India, head of the Council of Ministers and the leader of the majority party in parliament.
[22] If the position of President and Vice-President are vacant, who officiates as the President of India?
A.
The Prime Minister
B.
The Chief Justice of India
C.
The Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
The Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
Chief Justice of India officiates position of President and Vice-President when there seats vacant.
[23] Which one of the following was not the basis invoked by the US for attacking Iraq in March 2003?
A.
Iraq possessed weapons of mass destruction
B.
Saddam Hussain had links with Al Quaeda
C.
Regime Change in Iraq
D.
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Ans:
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Explanation :
The question of withdrawal of Iraq from kuwait was an issue in 1991 Iraq war. This was not an issue during 2003 Iraq war.
[24] Which of the following Republic/Republics was/were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008?
A.
South Ossettia
B.
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
C.
Abkhazia
D.
Nogorno Karabakh
Ans:
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
Explanation :
South Ossettia and Abkhazia republics were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008.
[25] The proposal for framing of the Constitution of India by an elected Constituent Assembly was made by -
A.
Simon Commissions
B.
Government of India Act, 1935
C.
Cripps Mission
D.
British cabinet Delegation
Ans:
British cabinet Delegation
Explanation :
The proposal for framing of the constitution of India by an elected constituent assembly was made by British cabinet delegation.
Explanation :
members of both houses of parliament.
[20] Department of official languages is subordinate office of which ministry?
A.
Ministry of social justice and Empowerment
B.
Ministry of Home Affairs
C.
Ministry of Rural Development
D.
Ministry of Culture
Ans:
Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
Department of official languages is subordinate office of the Ministry of Home affairs. It deals with the implementation of the provisions of the Constitution relating to official languages and the provisions of the Official Languages Act, 1963.
[21] The Prime Minister of India is the head of the -
A.
State government
B.
Central government
C.
Both the state and Central government
D.
None of them
Ans:
None of them
Explanation :
The prime Minister of India is the chief of government, chief advisor to the President of India, head of the Council of Ministers and the leader of the majority party in parliament.
[22] If the position of President and Vice-President are vacant, who officiates as the President of India?
A.
The Prime Minister
B.
The Chief Justice of India
C.
The Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
The Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
Chief Justice of India officiates position of President and Vice-President when there seats vacant.
[23] Which one of the following was not the basis invoked by the US for attacking Iraq in March 2003?
A.
Iraq possessed weapons of mass destruction
B.
Saddam Hussain had links with Al Quaeda
C.
Regime Change in Iraq
D.
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Ans:
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Explanation :
The question of withdrawal of Iraq from kuwait was an issue in 1991 Iraq war. This was not an issue during 2003 Iraq war.
[24] Which of the following Republic/Republics was/were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008?
A.
South Ossettia
B.
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
C.
Abkhazia
D.
Nogorno Karabakh
Ans:
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
Explanation :
South Ossettia and Abkhazia republics were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008.
[25] The proposal for framing of the Constitution of India by an elected Constituent Assembly was made by -
A.
Simon Commissions
B.
Government of India Act, 1935
C.
Cripps Mission
D.
British cabinet Delegation
Ans:
British cabinet Delegation
Explanation :
The proposal for framing of the constitution of India by an elected constituent assembly was made by British cabinet delegation.
Explanation :
The prime Minister of India is the chief of government, chief advisor to the President of India, head of the Council of Ministers and the leader of the majority party in parliament.
[22] If the position of President and Vice-President are vacant, who officiates as the President of India?
A.
The Prime Minister
B.
The Chief Justice of India
C.
The Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
The Chief Justice of India
Explanation :
Chief Justice of India officiates position of President and Vice-President when there seats vacant.
[23] Which one of the following was not the basis invoked by the US for attacking Iraq in March 2003?
A.
Iraq possessed weapons of mass destruction
B.
Saddam Hussain had links with Al Quaeda
C.
Regime Change in Iraq
D.
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Ans:
Iraq had not withdrawn from Kuwait complety
Explanation :
The question of withdrawal of Iraq from kuwait was an issue in 1991 Iraq war. This was not an issue during 2003 Iraq war.
[24] Which of the following Republic/Republics was/were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008?
A.
South Ossettia
B.
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
C.
Abkhazia
D.
Nogorno Karabakh
Ans:
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
Explanation :
South Ossettia and Abkhazia republics were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008.
[25] The proposal for framing of the Constitution of India by an elected Constituent Assembly was made by -
A.
Simon Commissions
B.
Government of India Act, 1935
C.
Cripps Mission
D.
British cabinet Delegation
Ans:
British cabinet Delegation
Explanation :
The proposal for framing of the constitution of India by an elected constituent assembly was made by British cabinet delegation.
Explanation :
The question of withdrawal of Iraq from kuwait was an issue in 1991 Iraq war. This was not an issue during 2003 Iraq war.
[24] Which of the following Republic/Republics was/were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008?
A.
South Ossettia
B.
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
C.
Abkhazia
D.
Nogorno Karabakh
Ans:
South Ossettia and Abkhazia both
Explanation :
South Ossettia and Abkhazia republics were supported by Russia in Georgia war of 2008.
[25] The proposal for framing of the Constitution of India by an elected Constituent Assembly was made by -
A.
Simon Commissions
B.
Government of India Act, 1935
C.
Cripps Mission
D.
British cabinet Delegation
Ans:
British cabinet Delegation
Explanation :
The proposal for framing of the constitution of India by an elected constituent assembly was made by British cabinet delegation.
Explanation :
The proposal for framing of the constitution of India by an elected constituent assembly was made by British cabinet delegation.