[1] The Preventive Detention Act curtailed –
A.
Right to Freedom
B.
Right to Equality
C.
Right to Property
D.
Education Right
Ans:
Right to Freedom
Explanation :
The Preventive Detention Act was enacted in 1950 to provide for preventive detention in certain cases and matter connected therewith. It empowered the government to imprison a person in jail or put him to custody either for committing a crime or in the apprehension of committing a crime in future. It curtailed Right to freedom contained in Articles 19, 20, 21, 21A and 22. Clauses (4) to (7) of Article 22 contain safeguards relating to preventive detention matter.
[2] What makes the judiciary the guardian of the constitution?
A.
Independence
B.
Service conditions
C.
Salary
D.
Judicial Review
Ans:
Judicial Review
Explanation :
Because the Supreme Court is given the power to protect, safeguard and uphold the Constitution and empowered to declare a law null and void if it is found to be inconsistent with the Constitution.
[3] Money bill has been defined in -
A.
Article 110
B.
Article 111
C.
Article 112
D.
Artcle 113
Ans:
Article 110
Explanation :
Article 110 - definition of money bills Article 111 - Assent to Bills Article 112 - Annual financial statement Article 113 - Procedure in Parliament with respect to estimates
[4] Which article of the Constitution laid down that state shall take steps to organize village panchayats?
A.
Article 36
B.
Article 73
C.
Article 24
D.
Article 40
Ans:
Article 40
Explanation :
Article 40 - Organization of village Panchayats Article 73 - Extent of executive power of union Article 36 - definition of DPSP Article 24 - Prohibition of employment of children in factories.
[5] Article 249 of the Indian Constitution is associated with the functions of -
A.
The concurrent list
B.
The state list
C.
The president
D.
The union list
Ans:
The state list
Explanation :
Article 249 of the Indian Constitution is associated with the functions of the state list. If the Council of States has declared by resolution supported by not less than two thirds of the members present and voting that it is necessary or expedient in national interest that Parliament should make laws with respect to any matter enumerated in the State List specified in the resolution. Concurrent list of 52 items is mentioned in 7th schedule in article 246.
[6] The Preamble to our Constitution makes no mention of –
A.
Justice
B.
Neaternity
C.
Equality of status
D.
Adult franchise
Ans:
Adult franchise
Explanation :
The preamble to the Constitution of India is a brief introductory statement that sets out the guiding purpose and principles of the document. It says: "WE, THE PEOPLE OF INDIA, having solemnly resolved to constitute India into a SOVEREIGN SOCIALIST SECULAR DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC and to secure to all its citizens: JUSTICE, social, economic and political; LIBERTY, of thought, expression, belief, faith and worship; EQUALITY of status and of opportunity; and to promote among them all FRATERNITY assuring the dignity of the individual and the unity and integrity of the Nation; IN OUR CONSTITUENT ASSEMBLY this twenty-sixth day of November, 1949, DO HEREBY ADOPT, ENACT AND GIVE TO OURSELVES THIS CONSTITUTION."
[7] Which of the following is an essential element of the state?
A.
Sovereignty
B.
Government
C.
Territory
D.
All these
Ans:
All these
Explanation :
The state has four essential elements: population, territory, government and sovereignty. Absence of any of these elements denies to it the status of statehood.
[8] Which is the most important system in Democracy?
A.
Social
B.
Political
C.
Economic
D.
Governmental
Ans:
Political
Explanation :
Democracy is a form of government in which all eligible citizens have an equal say in the decisions that affect their lives. Democracy allows eligible citizens to participate equally in creation of laws and enables the free and equal practice of political self-determination. So the political aspect can be considered to the most important.
[9] Which of the following gave the idea of Constituent Assembly for India?
A.
Simon Commission
B.
Rajaji Formula
C.
Cabinet Mission Plan
D.
Wavell Plan
Ans:
Cabinet Mission Plan
Explanation :
Cabinet Mission Plan gave the idea of Constituent Assembly for India. In 1946, British Prime Minister Clement Attlee formulated a Cabinet Mission to India. Rajajil formula was formulated by C. Rajagopalchari to solve the political dead-lock between All India Muslim League and Indian-National Congress. Wavell plan (1945) was talks between these two political parties.
[10] The Constitution of India was enacted on 26 November 1949 by the -
A.
Constituent Assembly
B.
Parliament of India
C.
President of India
D.
British Parliament
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
Constitution of India enacted on 26th November 1949 by President of India and came into force on 26th January 1950.
[11] English is the official language of which one of the following Indian States?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Tripura
C.
Assam
D.
Manipur
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Every tribe in Nagaland has its own unique language. Nagas speak more than 20 different dialects. In 1967, the Nagaland Assembly proclaimed English as the official language of Nagaland and is the medium for education in Nagaland.
[12] The playing time (In seconds) of the full version of Indian National Anthem is-
A.
60
B.
52
C.
55
D.
57
Ans:
52
Explanation :
A formal rendition of the national anthem takes fifty-two seconds. A shortened version consisting of the first and last lines (and taking about 20 seconds to play) is also staged occasionally.
[13] In India, woman had never been a Chief Minister in the State of –
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Maharashtra
Explanation :
Rabri Devi, Vasundhara Raje Scindia and Uma Bharti have been Chief Ministers of Bihar, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh respectively. Maharashtra never had a woman Chief Minister.
[14] Which one of the following States has granted Sanskrit language the status of the second official language of the state?
A.
Bihar
B.
Chhattisgarh
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Uttarakhand
Ans:
Uttarakhand
Explanation :
Uttarakhand has given to Sanskrit as the status of second official language of the state in January 2010.
[15] Who of the following Presidents of India was associated with Trade Union Movement?
A.
V. V. Girt
B.
N. Sanjiva Reddy
C.
K. R. Narayanan
D.
Zakir Hussain
Ans:
V. V. Girt
Explanation :
V.V. Giri served as President of India during 1969 to 1974. He was actively associated with trade union movement. He was President of All-India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) twice. He was also associated with All India Railway Workers' Federation.
[16] As per the provisional result of the 2011 Census, the density of population in India is
A.
325
B.
352
C.
372
D.
382
Ans:
382
Explanation :
Population Density of India is 382 per sq km as per census 2011. Bihar is the densest state of India with a population density of 1,106.
[17] The National Integration Council (NIC) is chaired by the –
A.
Prime Minister
B.
Finance Minister
C.
Home Minister
D.
President of India
Ans:
Prime Minister
Explanation :
The National Integration Council (NIC) is a group of senior politicians and public figures in India that looks for ways to address the problems of communalism, casteism and regionalism. It originated in a conference convened by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru of India in September-October of 1961. It is chaired by the Prime Minister of India.
[18] The first mid-term elections for Lok Sabha were held in –
A.
1962
B.
1971
C.
1977
D.
1980
Ans:
1971
Explanation :
India held general elections to the 4th Lok Sabha in 1967 in which the Indian National Congress lost nearly 60 seats in the Lower House, managing to win 283 seats. The Congress' dismal electoral performance forced Indira Gandhi to become assertive and opt for a series of choices that put her against the Congress Party high command. The Congress expelled her for "indiscipline" on November 12, 1969, an action that split the party into two factions: the Congress (0)-for Organisation-led by Morarji Desai, and the Congress (I) for Indira-led by Indira Gandhi. Indira continued to head a minority government with support from the CPI(M) till December 1970. Not wanting to head a minority government any longer, she called for a mid-term election to the Lok Sabha in March 1971 a full one year ahead of schedule.
[19] The English Crown is an example of –
A.
Real executive
B.
Quasi-real executive
C.
Nominal executive
D.
Nominated executive
Ans:
Nominal executive
Explanation :
Real Executive exercises the powers that belong to him. He is responsible for the exercise of these powers. May be he takes the assistance of subordinates but the decision is his. For example the President of U.S.A is an example of Real Executive who takes decisions for himself and exercises his own powers. The Nominal Executive is just the opposite. It is clearly discernible in a constitutional monarchy as prevalent in U.K. or Parliamentary Democracy as prevalent in India. The king in England or the President in India are the examples of Nominal Executive and the Prime Ministers under the British and Indian system of administration offer the example of Real Executives.
[20] Which Article empowers the President to impose Financial Emergency?
A.
Article 356
B.
Article 364
C.
Article 352
D.
Article 360
Ans:
Article 360
Explanation :
According to Article 360, if the President is satisfied that there is an economic situation in which the financial stability or credit of India is threatened, he or she can declare financial emergency. Such an emergency must be approved by the Parliament within two months.
[21] Which Article of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate right of citizenship?
A.
Article 8
B.
Article 9
C.
Article 10
D.
Article 11
Ans:
Article 11
Explanation :
Article 11 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate the right of citizenship by law. The parliament can make any provision with respect to the acquisition and termination of citizenship and all other matters relating to citizenship.
[22] By which Amendment were `Fundamental Duties' added to the Constitution?
A.
40th Amendment
B.
42nd Amendment
C.
44th Amendment
D.
45th Amendment
Ans:
42nd Amendment
Explanation :
The Forty-second Amendment of the Constitution of India, enacted in 1976, laid down the Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation which are defined as the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India. These duties, set out in Part IVA of the Constitution, concern individuals and the nation.
[23] The Panchayat Raj system in India was introduced under the direction of which article of the constitution?
A.
32
B.
40
C.
45
D.
51
Ans:
40
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian Constitution deals with the organization of Panchayats. As per this article, the State shall take steps to organize village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self government.
[24] The First Five Year Plan (19511 956) was drafted by -
A.
P C Mahalanobis
B.
K N Raj
C.
J C Kumarappa
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
K N Raj
Explanation :
Kakkadan Nandanath Raj was a veteran Indian economist. He is popularly known as K. N. Raj. He played an important role in India's planned development, drafting sections of India's first Five Year Plan.
[25] During Twelfth Five-Year Plan, which one of the following average annual growth rate targets was envisaged for agriculture and allied sector?
A.
3.0 percent
B.
3.5 percent
C.
4.0 percent
D.
4.5 percent
Ans:
4.0 percent
Explanation :
The average annual growth rate of agriculture and allied sector during the first four years of the current Five Year Plan period (2012-17) has been 1.6 per cent as against the 12th plan target of 4 per cent per annum.
Explanation :
The Preventive Detention Act was enacted in 1950 to provide for preventive detention in certain cases and matter connected therewith. It empowered the government to imprison a person in jail or put him to custody either for committing a crime or in the apprehension of committing a crime in future. It curtailed Right to freedom contained in Articles 19, 20, 21, 21A and 22. Clauses (4) to (7) of Article 22 contain safeguards relating to preventive detention matter.
[2] What makes the judiciary the guardian of the constitution?
A.
Independence
B.
Service conditions
C.
Salary
D.
Judicial Review
Ans:
Judicial Review
Explanation :
Because the Supreme Court is given the power to protect, safeguard and uphold the Constitution and empowered to declare a law null and void if it is found to be inconsistent with the Constitution.
[3] Money bill has been defined in -
A.
Article 110
B.
Article 111
C.
Article 112
D.
Artcle 113
Ans:
Article 110
Explanation :
Article 110 - definition of money bills Article 111 - Assent to Bills Article 112 - Annual financial statement Article 113 - Procedure in Parliament with respect to estimates
[4] Which article of the Constitution laid down that state shall take steps to organize village panchayats?
A.
Article 36
B.
Article 73
C.
Article 24
D.
Article 40
Ans:
Article 40
Explanation :
Article 40 - Organization of village Panchayats Article 73 - Extent of executive power of union Article 36 - definition of DPSP Article 24 - Prohibition of employment of children in factories.
[5] Article 249 of the Indian Constitution is associated with the functions of -
A.
The concurrent list
B.
The state list
C.
The president
D.
The union list
Ans:
The state list
Explanation :
Article 249 of the Indian Constitution is associated with the functions of the state list. If the Council of States has declared by resolution supported by not less than two thirds of the members present and voting that it is necessary or expedient in national interest that Parliament should make laws with respect to any matter enumerated in the State List specified in the resolution. Concurrent list of 52 items is mentioned in 7th schedule in article 246.
[6] The Preamble to our Constitution makes no mention of –
A.
Justice
B.
Neaternity
C.
Equality of status
D.
Adult franchise
Ans:
Adult franchise
Explanation :
The preamble to the Constitution of India is a brief introductory statement that sets out the guiding purpose and principles of the document. It says: "WE, THE PEOPLE OF INDIA, having solemnly resolved to constitute India into a SOVEREIGN SOCIALIST SECULAR DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC and to secure to all its citizens: JUSTICE, social, economic and political; LIBERTY, of thought, expression, belief, faith and worship; EQUALITY of status and of opportunity; and to promote among them all FRATERNITY assuring the dignity of the individual and the unity and integrity of the Nation; IN OUR CONSTITUENT ASSEMBLY this twenty-sixth day of November, 1949, DO HEREBY ADOPT, ENACT AND GIVE TO OURSELVES THIS CONSTITUTION."
[7] Which of the following is an essential element of the state?
A.
Sovereignty
B.
Government
C.
Territory
D.
All these
Ans:
All these
Explanation :
The state has four essential elements: population, territory, government and sovereignty. Absence of any of these elements denies to it the status of statehood.
[8] Which is the most important system in Democracy?
A.
Social
B.
Political
C.
Economic
D.
Governmental
Ans:
Political
Explanation :
Democracy is a form of government in which all eligible citizens have an equal say in the decisions that affect their lives. Democracy allows eligible citizens to participate equally in creation of laws and enables the free and equal practice of political self-determination. So the political aspect can be considered to the most important.
[9] Which of the following gave the idea of Constituent Assembly for India?
A.
Simon Commission
B.
Rajaji Formula
C.
Cabinet Mission Plan
D.
Wavell Plan
Ans:
Cabinet Mission Plan
Explanation :
Cabinet Mission Plan gave the idea of Constituent Assembly for India. In 1946, British Prime Minister Clement Attlee formulated a Cabinet Mission to India. Rajajil formula was formulated by C. Rajagopalchari to solve the political dead-lock between All India Muslim League and Indian-National Congress. Wavell plan (1945) was talks between these two political parties.
[10] The Constitution of India was enacted on 26 November 1949 by the -
A.
Constituent Assembly
B.
Parliament of India
C.
President of India
D.
British Parliament
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
Constitution of India enacted on 26th November 1949 by President of India and came into force on 26th January 1950.
[11] English is the official language of which one of the following Indian States?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Tripura
C.
Assam
D.
Manipur
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Every tribe in Nagaland has its own unique language. Nagas speak more than 20 different dialects. In 1967, the Nagaland Assembly proclaimed English as the official language of Nagaland and is the medium for education in Nagaland.
[12] The playing time (In seconds) of the full version of Indian National Anthem is-
A.
60
B.
52
C.
55
D.
57
Ans:
52
Explanation :
A formal rendition of the national anthem takes fifty-two seconds. A shortened version consisting of the first and last lines (and taking about 20 seconds to play) is also staged occasionally.
[13] In India, woman had never been a Chief Minister in the State of –
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Maharashtra
Explanation :
Rabri Devi, Vasundhara Raje Scindia and Uma Bharti have been Chief Ministers of Bihar, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh respectively. Maharashtra never had a woman Chief Minister.
[14] Which one of the following States has granted Sanskrit language the status of the second official language of the state?
A.
Bihar
B.
Chhattisgarh
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Uttarakhand
Ans:
Uttarakhand
Explanation :
Uttarakhand has given to Sanskrit as the status of second official language of the state in January 2010.
[15] Who of the following Presidents of India was associated with Trade Union Movement?
A.
V. V. Girt
B.
N. Sanjiva Reddy
C.
K. R. Narayanan
D.
Zakir Hussain
Ans:
V. V. Girt
Explanation :
V.V. Giri served as President of India during 1969 to 1974. He was actively associated with trade union movement. He was President of All-India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) twice. He was also associated with All India Railway Workers' Federation.
[16] As per the provisional result of the 2011 Census, the density of population in India is
A.
325
B.
352
C.
372
D.
382
Ans:
382
Explanation :
Population Density of India is 382 per sq km as per census 2011. Bihar is the densest state of India with a population density of 1,106.
[17] The National Integration Council (NIC) is chaired by the –
A.
Prime Minister
B.
Finance Minister
C.
Home Minister
D.
President of India
Ans:
Prime Minister
Explanation :
The National Integration Council (NIC) is a group of senior politicians and public figures in India that looks for ways to address the problems of communalism, casteism and regionalism. It originated in a conference convened by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru of India in September-October of 1961. It is chaired by the Prime Minister of India.
[18] The first mid-term elections for Lok Sabha were held in –
A.
1962
B.
1971
C.
1977
D.
1980
Ans:
1971
Explanation :
India held general elections to the 4th Lok Sabha in 1967 in which the Indian National Congress lost nearly 60 seats in the Lower House, managing to win 283 seats. The Congress' dismal electoral performance forced Indira Gandhi to become assertive and opt for a series of choices that put her against the Congress Party high command. The Congress expelled her for "indiscipline" on November 12, 1969, an action that split the party into two factions: the Congress (0)-for Organisation-led by Morarji Desai, and the Congress (I) for Indira-led by Indira Gandhi. Indira continued to head a minority government with support from the CPI(M) till December 1970. Not wanting to head a minority government any longer, she called for a mid-term election to the Lok Sabha in March 1971 a full one year ahead of schedule.
[19] The English Crown is an example of –
A.
Real executive
B.
Quasi-real executive
C.
Nominal executive
D.
Nominated executive
Ans:
Nominal executive
Explanation :
Real Executive exercises the powers that belong to him. He is responsible for the exercise of these powers. May be he takes the assistance of subordinates but the decision is his. For example the President of U.S.A is an example of Real Executive who takes decisions for himself and exercises his own powers. The Nominal Executive is just the opposite. It is clearly discernible in a constitutional monarchy as prevalent in U.K. or Parliamentary Democracy as prevalent in India. The king in England or the President in India are the examples of Nominal Executive and the Prime Ministers under the British and Indian system of administration offer the example of Real Executives.
[20] Which Article empowers the President to impose Financial Emergency?
A.
Article 356
B.
Article 364
C.
Article 352
D.
Article 360
Ans:
Article 360
Explanation :
According to Article 360, if the President is satisfied that there is an economic situation in which the financial stability or credit of India is threatened, he or she can declare financial emergency. Such an emergency must be approved by the Parliament within two months.
[21] Which Article of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate right of citizenship?
A.
Article 8
B.
Article 9
C.
Article 10
D.
Article 11
Ans:
Article 11
Explanation :
Article 11 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate the right of citizenship by law. The parliament can make any provision with respect to the acquisition and termination of citizenship and all other matters relating to citizenship.
[22] By which Amendment were `Fundamental Duties' added to the Constitution?
A.
40th Amendment
B.
42nd Amendment
C.
44th Amendment
D.
45th Amendment
Ans:
42nd Amendment
Explanation :
The Forty-second Amendment of the Constitution of India, enacted in 1976, laid down the Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation which are defined as the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India. These duties, set out in Part IVA of the Constitution, concern individuals and the nation.
[23] The Panchayat Raj system in India was introduced under the direction of which article of the constitution?
A.
32
B.
40
C.
45
D.
51
Ans:
40
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian Constitution deals with the organization of Panchayats. As per this article, the State shall take steps to organize village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self government.
[24] The First Five Year Plan (19511 956) was drafted by -
A.
P C Mahalanobis
B.
K N Raj
C.
J C Kumarappa
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
K N Raj
Explanation :
Kakkadan Nandanath Raj was a veteran Indian economist. He is popularly known as K. N. Raj. He played an important role in India's planned development, drafting sections of India's first Five Year Plan.
[25] During Twelfth Five-Year Plan, which one of the following average annual growth rate targets was envisaged for agriculture and allied sector?
A.
3.0 percent
B.
3.5 percent
C.
4.0 percent
D.
4.5 percent
Ans:
4.0 percent
Explanation :
The average annual growth rate of agriculture and allied sector during the first four years of the current Five Year Plan period (2012-17) has been 1.6 per cent as against the 12th plan target of 4 per cent per annum.
Explanation :
Article 110 - definition of money bills Article 111 - Assent to Bills Article 112 - Annual financial statement Article 113 - Procedure in Parliament with respect to estimates
[4] Which article of the Constitution laid down that state shall take steps to organize village panchayats?
A.
Article 36
B.
Article 73
C.
Article 24
D.
Article 40
Ans:
Article 40
Explanation :
Article 40 - Organization of village Panchayats Article 73 - Extent of executive power of union Article 36 - definition of DPSP Article 24 - Prohibition of employment of children in factories.
[5] Article 249 of the Indian Constitution is associated with the functions of -
A.
The concurrent list
B.
The state list
C.
The president
D.
The union list
Ans:
The state list
Explanation :
Article 249 of the Indian Constitution is associated with the functions of the state list. If the Council of States has declared by resolution supported by not less than two thirds of the members present and voting that it is necessary or expedient in national interest that Parliament should make laws with respect to any matter enumerated in the State List specified in the resolution. Concurrent list of 52 items is mentioned in 7th schedule in article 246.
[6] The Preamble to our Constitution makes no mention of –
A.
Justice
B.
Neaternity
C.
Equality of status
D.
Adult franchise
Ans:
Adult franchise
Explanation :
The preamble to the Constitution of India is a brief introductory statement that sets out the guiding purpose and principles of the document. It says: "WE, THE PEOPLE OF INDIA, having solemnly resolved to constitute India into a SOVEREIGN SOCIALIST SECULAR DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC and to secure to all its citizens: JUSTICE, social, economic and political; LIBERTY, of thought, expression, belief, faith and worship; EQUALITY of status and of opportunity; and to promote among them all FRATERNITY assuring the dignity of the individual and the unity and integrity of the Nation; IN OUR CONSTITUENT ASSEMBLY this twenty-sixth day of November, 1949, DO HEREBY ADOPT, ENACT AND GIVE TO OURSELVES THIS CONSTITUTION."
[7] Which of the following is an essential element of the state?
A.
Sovereignty
B.
Government
C.
Territory
D.
All these
Ans:
All these
Explanation :
The state has four essential elements: population, territory, government and sovereignty. Absence of any of these elements denies to it the status of statehood.
[8] Which is the most important system in Democracy?
A.
Social
B.
Political
C.
Economic
D.
Governmental
Ans:
Political
Explanation :
Democracy is a form of government in which all eligible citizens have an equal say in the decisions that affect their lives. Democracy allows eligible citizens to participate equally in creation of laws and enables the free and equal practice of political self-determination. So the political aspect can be considered to the most important.
[9] Which of the following gave the idea of Constituent Assembly for India?
A.
Simon Commission
B.
Rajaji Formula
C.
Cabinet Mission Plan
D.
Wavell Plan
Ans:
Cabinet Mission Plan
Explanation :
Cabinet Mission Plan gave the idea of Constituent Assembly for India. In 1946, British Prime Minister Clement Attlee formulated a Cabinet Mission to India. Rajajil formula was formulated by C. Rajagopalchari to solve the political dead-lock between All India Muslim League and Indian-National Congress. Wavell plan (1945) was talks between these two political parties.
[10] The Constitution of India was enacted on 26 November 1949 by the -
A.
Constituent Assembly
B.
Parliament of India
C.
President of India
D.
British Parliament
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
Constitution of India enacted on 26th November 1949 by President of India and came into force on 26th January 1950.
[11] English is the official language of which one of the following Indian States?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Tripura
C.
Assam
D.
Manipur
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Every tribe in Nagaland has its own unique language. Nagas speak more than 20 different dialects. In 1967, the Nagaland Assembly proclaimed English as the official language of Nagaland and is the medium for education in Nagaland.
[12] The playing time (In seconds) of the full version of Indian National Anthem is-
A.
60
B.
52
C.
55
D.
57
Ans:
52
Explanation :
A formal rendition of the national anthem takes fifty-two seconds. A shortened version consisting of the first and last lines (and taking about 20 seconds to play) is also staged occasionally.
[13] In India, woman had never been a Chief Minister in the State of –
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Maharashtra
Explanation :
Rabri Devi, Vasundhara Raje Scindia and Uma Bharti have been Chief Ministers of Bihar, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh respectively. Maharashtra never had a woman Chief Minister.
[14] Which one of the following States has granted Sanskrit language the status of the second official language of the state?
A.
Bihar
B.
Chhattisgarh
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Uttarakhand
Ans:
Uttarakhand
Explanation :
Uttarakhand has given to Sanskrit as the status of second official language of the state in January 2010.
[15] Who of the following Presidents of India was associated with Trade Union Movement?
A.
V. V. Girt
B.
N. Sanjiva Reddy
C.
K. R. Narayanan
D.
Zakir Hussain
Ans:
V. V. Girt
Explanation :
V.V. Giri served as President of India during 1969 to 1974. He was actively associated with trade union movement. He was President of All-India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) twice. He was also associated with All India Railway Workers' Federation.
[16] As per the provisional result of the 2011 Census, the density of population in India is
A.
325
B.
352
C.
372
D.
382
Ans:
382
Explanation :
Population Density of India is 382 per sq km as per census 2011. Bihar is the densest state of India with a population density of 1,106.
[17] The National Integration Council (NIC) is chaired by the –
A.
Prime Minister
B.
Finance Minister
C.
Home Minister
D.
President of India
Ans:
Prime Minister
Explanation :
The National Integration Council (NIC) is a group of senior politicians and public figures in India that looks for ways to address the problems of communalism, casteism and regionalism. It originated in a conference convened by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru of India in September-October of 1961. It is chaired by the Prime Minister of India.
[18] The first mid-term elections for Lok Sabha were held in –
A.
1962
B.
1971
C.
1977
D.
1980
Ans:
1971
Explanation :
India held general elections to the 4th Lok Sabha in 1967 in which the Indian National Congress lost nearly 60 seats in the Lower House, managing to win 283 seats. The Congress' dismal electoral performance forced Indira Gandhi to become assertive and opt for a series of choices that put her against the Congress Party high command. The Congress expelled her for "indiscipline" on November 12, 1969, an action that split the party into two factions: the Congress (0)-for Organisation-led by Morarji Desai, and the Congress (I) for Indira-led by Indira Gandhi. Indira continued to head a minority government with support from the CPI(M) till December 1970. Not wanting to head a minority government any longer, she called for a mid-term election to the Lok Sabha in March 1971 a full one year ahead of schedule.
[19] The English Crown is an example of –
A.
Real executive
B.
Quasi-real executive
C.
Nominal executive
D.
Nominated executive
Ans:
Nominal executive
Explanation :
Real Executive exercises the powers that belong to him. He is responsible for the exercise of these powers. May be he takes the assistance of subordinates but the decision is his. For example the President of U.S.A is an example of Real Executive who takes decisions for himself and exercises his own powers. The Nominal Executive is just the opposite. It is clearly discernible in a constitutional monarchy as prevalent in U.K. or Parliamentary Democracy as prevalent in India. The king in England or the President in India are the examples of Nominal Executive and the Prime Ministers under the British and Indian system of administration offer the example of Real Executives.
[20] Which Article empowers the President to impose Financial Emergency?
A.
Article 356
B.
Article 364
C.
Article 352
D.
Article 360
Ans:
Article 360
Explanation :
According to Article 360, if the President is satisfied that there is an economic situation in which the financial stability or credit of India is threatened, he or she can declare financial emergency. Such an emergency must be approved by the Parliament within two months.
[21] Which Article of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate right of citizenship?
A.
Article 8
B.
Article 9
C.
Article 10
D.
Article 11
Ans:
Article 11
Explanation :
Article 11 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate the right of citizenship by law. The parliament can make any provision with respect to the acquisition and termination of citizenship and all other matters relating to citizenship.
[22] By which Amendment were `Fundamental Duties' added to the Constitution?
A.
40th Amendment
B.
42nd Amendment
C.
44th Amendment
D.
45th Amendment
Ans:
42nd Amendment
Explanation :
The Forty-second Amendment of the Constitution of India, enacted in 1976, laid down the Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation which are defined as the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India. These duties, set out in Part IVA of the Constitution, concern individuals and the nation.
[23] The Panchayat Raj system in India was introduced under the direction of which article of the constitution?
A.
32
B.
40
C.
45
D.
51
Ans:
40
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian Constitution deals with the organization of Panchayats. As per this article, the State shall take steps to organize village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self government.
[24] The First Five Year Plan (19511 956) was drafted by -
A.
P C Mahalanobis
B.
K N Raj
C.
J C Kumarappa
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
K N Raj
Explanation :
Kakkadan Nandanath Raj was a veteran Indian economist. He is popularly known as K. N. Raj. He played an important role in India's planned development, drafting sections of India's first Five Year Plan.
[25] During Twelfth Five-Year Plan, which one of the following average annual growth rate targets was envisaged for agriculture and allied sector?
A.
3.0 percent
B.
3.5 percent
C.
4.0 percent
D.
4.5 percent
Ans:
4.0 percent
Explanation :
The average annual growth rate of agriculture and allied sector during the first four years of the current Five Year Plan period (2012-17) has been 1.6 per cent as against the 12th plan target of 4 per cent per annum.
Explanation :
Article 249 of the Indian Constitution is associated with the functions of the state list. If the Council of States has declared by resolution supported by not less than two thirds of the members present and voting that it is necessary or expedient in national interest that Parliament should make laws with respect to any matter enumerated in the State List specified in the resolution. Concurrent list of 52 items is mentioned in 7th schedule in article 246.
[6] The Preamble to our Constitution makes no mention of –
A.
Justice
B.
Neaternity
C.
Equality of status
D.
Adult franchise
Ans:
Adult franchise
Explanation :
The preamble to the Constitution of India is a brief introductory statement that sets out the guiding purpose and principles of the document. It says: "WE, THE PEOPLE OF INDIA, having solemnly resolved to constitute India into a SOVEREIGN SOCIALIST SECULAR DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC and to secure to all its citizens: JUSTICE, social, economic and political; LIBERTY, of thought, expression, belief, faith and worship; EQUALITY of status and of opportunity; and to promote among them all FRATERNITY assuring the dignity of the individual and the unity and integrity of the Nation; IN OUR CONSTITUENT ASSEMBLY this twenty-sixth day of November, 1949, DO HEREBY ADOPT, ENACT AND GIVE TO OURSELVES THIS CONSTITUTION."
[7] Which of the following is an essential element of the state?
A.
Sovereignty
B.
Government
C.
Territory
D.
All these
Ans:
All these
Explanation :
The state has four essential elements: population, territory, government and sovereignty. Absence of any of these elements denies to it the status of statehood.
[8] Which is the most important system in Democracy?
A.
Social
B.
Political
C.
Economic
D.
Governmental
Ans:
Political
Explanation :
Democracy is a form of government in which all eligible citizens have an equal say in the decisions that affect their lives. Democracy allows eligible citizens to participate equally in creation of laws and enables the free and equal practice of political self-determination. So the political aspect can be considered to the most important.
[9] Which of the following gave the idea of Constituent Assembly for India?
A.
Simon Commission
B.
Rajaji Formula
C.
Cabinet Mission Plan
D.
Wavell Plan
Ans:
Cabinet Mission Plan
Explanation :
Cabinet Mission Plan gave the idea of Constituent Assembly for India. In 1946, British Prime Minister Clement Attlee formulated a Cabinet Mission to India. Rajajil formula was formulated by C. Rajagopalchari to solve the political dead-lock between All India Muslim League and Indian-National Congress. Wavell plan (1945) was talks between these two political parties.
[10] The Constitution of India was enacted on 26 November 1949 by the -
A.
Constituent Assembly
B.
Parliament of India
C.
President of India
D.
British Parliament
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
Constitution of India enacted on 26th November 1949 by President of India and came into force on 26th January 1950.
[11] English is the official language of which one of the following Indian States?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Tripura
C.
Assam
D.
Manipur
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Every tribe in Nagaland has its own unique language. Nagas speak more than 20 different dialects. In 1967, the Nagaland Assembly proclaimed English as the official language of Nagaland and is the medium for education in Nagaland.
[12] The playing time (In seconds) of the full version of Indian National Anthem is-
A.
60
B.
52
C.
55
D.
57
Ans:
52
Explanation :
A formal rendition of the national anthem takes fifty-two seconds. A shortened version consisting of the first and last lines (and taking about 20 seconds to play) is also staged occasionally.
[13] In India, woman had never been a Chief Minister in the State of –
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Maharashtra
Explanation :
Rabri Devi, Vasundhara Raje Scindia and Uma Bharti have been Chief Ministers of Bihar, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh respectively. Maharashtra never had a woman Chief Minister.
[14] Which one of the following States has granted Sanskrit language the status of the second official language of the state?
A.
Bihar
B.
Chhattisgarh
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Uttarakhand
Ans:
Uttarakhand
Explanation :
Uttarakhand has given to Sanskrit as the status of second official language of the state in January 2010.
[15] Who of the following Presidents of India was associated with Trade Union Movement?
A.
V. V. Girt
B.
N. Sanjiva Reddy
C.
K. R. Narayanan
D.
Zakir Hussain
Ans:
V. V. Girt
Explanation :
V.V. Giri served as President of India during 1969 to 1974. He was actively associated with trade union movement. He was President of All-India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) twice. He was also associated with All India Railway Workers' Federation.
[16] As per the provisional result of the 2011 Census, the density of population in India is
A.
325
B.
352
C.
372
D.
382
Ans:
382
Explanation :
Population Density of India is 382 per sq km as per census 2011. Bihar is the densest state of India with a population density of 1,106.
[17] The National Integration Council (NIC) is chaired by the –
A.
Prime Minister
B.
Finance Minister
C.
Home Minister
D.
President of India
Ans:
Prime Minister
Explanation :
The National Integration Council (NIC) is a group of senior politicians and public figures in India that looks for ways to address the problems of communalism, casteism and regionalism. It originated in a conference convened by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru of India in September-October of 1961. It is chaired by the Prime Minister of India.
[18] The first mid-term elections for Lok Sabha were held in –
A.
1962
B.
1971
C.
1977
D.
1980
Ans:
1971
Explanation :
India held general elections to the 4th Lok Sabha in 1967 in which the Indian National Congress lost nearly 60 seats in the Lower House, managing to win 283 seats. The Congress' dismal electoral performance forced Indira Gandhi to become assertive and opt for a series of choices that put her against the Congress Party high command. The Congress expelled her for "indiscipline" on November 12, 1969, an action that split the party into two factions: the Congress (0)-for Organisation-led by Morarji Desai, and the Congress (I) for Indira-led by Indira Gandhi. Indira continued to head a minority government with support from the CPI(M) till December 1970. Not wanting to head a minority government any longer, she called for a mid-term election to the Lok Sabha in March 1971 a full one year ahead of schedule.
[19] The English Crown is an example of –
A.
Real executive
B.
Quasi-real executive
C.
Nominal executive
D.
Nominated executive
Ans:
Nominal executive
Explanation :
Real Executive exercises the powers that belong to him. He is responsible for the exercise of these powers. May be he takes the assistance of subordinates but the decision is his. For example the President of U.S.A is an example of Real Executive who takes decisions for himself and exercises his own powers. The Nominal Executive is just the opposite. It is clearly discernible in a constitutional monarchy as prevalent in U.K. or Parliamentary Democracy as prevalent in India. The king in England or the President in India are the examples of Nominal Executive and the Prime Ministers under the British and Indian system of administration offer the example of Real Executives.
[20] Which Article empowers the President to impose Financial Emergency?
A.
Article 356
B.
Article 364
C.
Article 352
D.
Article 360
Ans:
Article 360
Explanation :
According to Article 360, if the President is satisfied that there is an economic situation in which the financial stability or credit of India is threatened, he or she can declare financial emergency. Such an emergency must be approved by the Parliament within two months.
[21] Which Article of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate right of citizenship?
A.
Article 8
B.
Article 9
C.
Article 10
D.
Article 11
Ans:
Article 11
Explanation :
Article 11 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate the right of citizenship by law. The parliament can make any provision with respect to the acquisition and termination of citizenship and all other matters relating to citizenship.
[22] By which Amendment were `Fundamental Duties' added to the Constitution?
A.
40th Amendment
B.
42nd Amendment
C.
44th Amendment
D.
45th Amendment
Ans:
42nd Amendment
Explanation :
The Forty-second Amendment of the Constitution of India, enacted in 1976, laid down the Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation which are defined as the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India. These duties, set out in Part IVA of the Constitution, concern individuals and the nation.
[23] The Panchayat Raj system in India was introduced under the direction of which article of the constitution?
A.
32
B.
40
C.
45
D.
51
Ans:
40
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian Constitution deals with the organization of Panchayats. As per this article, the State shall take steps to organize village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self government.
[24] The First Five Year Plan (19511 956) was drafted by -
A.
P C Mahalanobis
B.
K N Raj
C.
J C Kumarappa
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
K N Raj
Explanation :
Kakkadan Nandanath Raj was a veteran Indian economist. He is popularly known as K. N. Raj. He played an important role in India's planned development, drafting sections of India's first Five Year Plan.
[25] During Twelfth Five-Year Plan, which one of the following average annual growth rate targets was envisaged for agriculture and allied sector?
A.
3.0 percent
B.
3.5 percent
C.
4.0 percent
D.
4.5 percent
Ans:
4.0 percent
Explanation :
The average annual growth rate of agriculture and allied sector during the first four years of the current Five Year Plan period (2012-17) has been 1.6 per cent as against the 12th plan target of 4 per cent per annum.
Explanation :
The state has four essential elements: population, territory, government and sovereignty. Absence of any of these elements denies to it the status of statehood.
[8] Which is the most important system in Democracy?
A.
Social
B.
Political
C.
Economic
D.
Governmental
Ans:
Political
Explanation :
Democracy is a form of government in which all eligible citizens have an equal say in the decisions that affect their lives. Democracy allows eligible citizens to participate equally in creation of laws and enables the free and equal practice of political self-determination. So the political aspect can be considered to the most important.
[9] Which of the following gave the idea of Constituent Assembly for India?
A.
Simon Commission
B.
Rajaji Formula
C.
Cabinet Mission Plan
D.
Wavell Plan
Ans:
Cabinet Mission Plan
Explanation :
Cabinet Mission Plan gave the idea of Constituent Assembly for India. In 1946, British Prime Minister Clement Attlee formulated a Cabinet Mission to India. Rajajil formula was formulated by C. Rajagopalchari to solve the political dead-lock between All India Muslim League and Indian-National Congress. Wavell plan (1945) was talks between these two political parties.
[10] The Constitution of India was enacted on 26 November 1949 by the -
A.
Constituent Assembly
B.
Parliament of India
C.
President of India
D.
British Parliament
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
Constitution of India enacted on 26th November 1949 by President of India and came into force on 26th January 1950.
[11] English is the official language of which one of the following Indian States?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Tripura
C.
Assam
D.
Manipur
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Every tribe in Nagaland has its own unique language. Nagas speak more than 20 different dialects. In 1967, the Nagaland Assembly proclaimed English as the official language of Nagaland and is the medium for education in Nagaland.
[12] The playing time (In seconds) of the full version of Indian National Anthem is-
A.
60
B.
52
C.
55
D.
57
Ans:
52
Explanation :
A formal rendition of the national anthem takes fifty-two seconds. A shortened version consisting of the first and last lines (and taking about 20 seconds to play) is also staged occasionally.
[13] In India, woman had never been a Chief Minister in the State of –
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Maharashtra
Explanation :
Rabri Devi, Vasundhara Raje Scindia and Uma Bharti have been Chief Ministers of Bihar, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh respectively. Maharashtra never had a woman Chief Minister.
[14] Which one of the following States has granted Sanskrit language the status of the second official language of the state?
A.
Bihar
B.
Chhattisgarh
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Uttarakhand
Ans:
Uttarakhand
Explanation :
Uttarakhand has given to Sanskrit as the status of second official language of the state in January 2010.
[15] Who of the following Presidents of India was associated with Trade Union Movement?
A.
V. V. Girt
B.
N. Sanjiva Reddy
C.
K. R. Narayanan
D.
Zakir Hussain
Ans:
V. V. Girt
Explanation :
V.V. Giri served as President of India during 1969 to 1974. He was actively associated with trade union movement. He was President of All-India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) twice. He was also associated with All India Railway Workers' Federation.
[16] As per the provisional result of the 2011 Census, the density of population in India is
A.
325
B.
352
C.
372
D.
382
Ans:
382
Explanation :
Population Density of India is 382 per sq km as per census 2011. Bihar is the densest state of India with a population density of 1,106.
[17] The National Integration Council (NIC) is chaired by the –
A.
Prime Minister
B.
Finance Minister
C.
Home Minister
D.
President of India
Ans:
Prime Minister
Explanation :
The National Integration Council (NIC) is a group of senior politicians and public figures in India that looks for ways to address the problems of communalism, casteism and regionalism. It originated in a conference convened by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru of India in September-October of 1961. It is chaired by the Prime Minister of India.
[18] The first mid-term elections for Lok Sabha were held in –
A.
1962
B.
1971
C.
1977
D.
1980
Ans:
1971
Explanation :
India held general elections to the 4th Lok Sabha in 1967 in which the Indian National Congress lost nearly 60 seats in the Lower House, managing to win 283 seats. The Congress' dismal electoral performance forced Indira Gandhi to become assertive and opt for a series of choices that put her against the Congress Party high command. The Congress expelled her for "indiscipline" on November 12, 1969, an action that split the party into two factions: the Congress (0)-for Organisation-led by Morarji Desai, and the Congress (I) for Indira-led by Indira Gandhi. Indira continued to head a minority government with support from the CPI(M) till December 1970. Not wanting to head a minority government any longer, she called for a mid-term election to the Lok Sabha in March 1971 a full one year ahead of schedule.
[19] The English Crown is an example of –
A.
Real executive
B.
Quasi-real executive
C.
Nominal executive
D.
Nominated executive
Ans:
Nominal executive
Explanation :
Real Executive exercises the powers that belong to him. He is responsible for the exercise of these powers. May be he takes the assistance of subordinates but the decision is his. For example the President of U.S.A is an example of Real Executive who takes decisions for himself and exercises his own powers. The Nominal Executive is just the opposite. It is clearly discernible in a constitutional monarchy as prevalent in U.K. or Parliamentary Democracy as prevalent in India. The king in England or the President in India are the examples of Nominal Executive and the Prime Ministers under the British and Indian system of administration offer the example of Real Executives.
[20] Which Article empowers the President to impose Financial Emergency?
A.
Article 356
B.
Article 364
C.
Article 352
D.
Article 360
Ans:
Article 360
Explanation :
According to Article 360, if the President is satisfied that there is an economic situation in which the financial stability or credit of India is threatened, he or she can declare financial emergency. Such an emergency must be approved by the Parliament within two months.
[21] Which Article of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate right of citizenship?
A.
Article 8
B.
Article 9
C.
Article 10
D.
Article 11
Ans:
Article 11
Explanation :
Article 11 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate the right of citizenship by law. The parliament can make any provision with respect to the acquisition and termination of citizenship and all other matters relating to citizenship.
[22] By which Amendment were `Fundamental Duties' added to the Constitution?
A.
40th Amendment
B.
42nd Amendment
C.
44th Amendment
D.
45th Amendment
Ans:
42nd Amendment
Explanation :
The Forty-second Amendment of the Constitution of India, enacted in 1976, laid down the Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation which are defined as the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India. These duties, set out in Part IVA of the Constitution, concern individuals and the nation.
[23] The Panchayat Raj system in India was introduced under the direction of which article of the constitution?
A.
32
B.
40
C.
45
D.
51
Ans:
40
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian Constitution deals with the organization of Panchayats. As per this article, the State shall take steps to organize village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self government.
[24] The First Five Year Plan (19511 956) was drafted by -
A.
P C Mahalanobis
B.
K N Raj
C.
J C Kumarappa
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
K N Raj
Explanation :
Kakkadan Nandanath Raj was a veteran Indian economist. He is popularly known as K. N. Raj. He played an important role in India's planned development, drafting sections of India's first Five Year Plan.
[25] During Twelfth Five-Year Plan, which one of the following average annual growth rate targets was envisaged for agriculture and allied sector?
A.
3.0 percent
B.
3.5 percent
C.
4.0 percent
D.
4.5 percent
Ans:
4.0 percent
Explanation :
The average annual growth rate of agriculture and allied sector during the first four years of the current Five Year Plan period (2012-17) has been 1.6 per cent as against the 12th plan target of 4 per cent per annum.
Explanation :
Cabinet Mission Plan gave the idea of Constituent Assembly for India. In 1946, British Prime Minister Clement Attlee formulated a Cabinet Mission to India. Rajajil formula was formulated by C. Rajagopalchari to solve the political dead-lock between All India Muslim League and Indian-National Congress. Wavell plan (1945) was talks between these two political parties.
[10] The Constitution of India was enacted on 26 November 1949 by the -
A.
Constituent Assembly
B.
Parliament of India
C.
President of India
D.
British Parliament
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
Constitution of India enacted on 26th November 1949 by President of India and came into force on 26th January 1950.
[11] English is the official language of which one of the following Indian States?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Tripura
C.
Assam
D.
Manipur
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Every tribe in Nagaland has its own unique language. Nagas speak more than 20 different dialects. In 1967, the Nagaland Assembly proclaimed English as the official language of Nagaland and is the medium for education in Nagaland.
[12] The playing time (In seconds) of the full version of Indian National Anthem is-
A.
60
B.
52
C.
55
D.
57
Ans:
52
Explanation :
A formal rendition of the national anthem takes fifty-two seconds. A shortened version consisting of the first and last lines (and taking about 20 seconds to play) is also staged occasionally.
[13] In India, woman had never been a Chief Minister in the State of –
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Maharashtra
Explanation :
Rabri Devi, Vasundhara Raje Scindia and Uma Bharti have been Chief Ministers of Bihar, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh respectively. Maharashtra never had a woman Chief Minister.
[14] Which one of the following States has granted Sanskrit language the status of the second official language of the state?
A.
Bihar
B.
Chhattisgarh
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Uttarakhand
Ans:
Uttarakhand
Explanation :
Uttarakhand has given to Sanskrit as the status of second official language of the state in January 2010.
[15] Who of the following Presidents of India was associated with Trade Union Movement?
A.
V. V. Girt
B.
N. Sanjiva Reddy
C.
K. R. Narayanan
D.
Zakir Hussain
Ans:
V. V. Girt
Explanation :
V.V. Giri served as President of India during 1969 to 1974. He was actively associated with trade union movement. He was President of All-India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) twice. He was also associated with All India Railway Workers' Federation.
[16] As per the provisional result of the 2011 Census, the density of population in India is
A.
325
B.
352
C.
372
D.
382
Ans:
382
Explanation :
Population Density of India is 382 per sq km as per census 2011. Bihar is the densest state of India with a population density of 1,106.
[17] The National Integration Council (NIC) is chaired by the –
A.
Prime Minister
B.
Finance Minister
C.
Home Minister
D.
President of India
Ans:
Prime Minister
Explanation :
The National Integration Council (NIC) is a group of senior politicians and public figures in India that looks for ways to address the problems of communalism, casteism and regionalism. It originated in a conference convened by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru of India in September-October of 1961. It is chaired by the Prime Minister of India.
[18] The first mid-term elections for Lok Sabha were held in –
A.
1962
B.
1971
C.
1977
D.
1980
Ans:
1971
Explanation :
India held general elections to the 4th Lok Sabha in 1967 in which the Indian National Congress lost nearly 60 seats in the Lower House, managing to win 283 seats. The Congress' dismal electoral performance forced Indira Gandhi to become assertive and opt for a series of choices that put her against the Congress Party high command. The Congress expelled her for "indiscipline" on November 12, 1969, an action that split the party into two factions: the Congress (0)-for Organisation-led by Morarji Desai, and the Congress (I) for Indira-led by Indira Gandhi. Indira continued to head a minority government with support from the CPI(M) till December 1970. Not wanting to head a minority government any longer, she called for a mid-term election to the Lok Sabha in March 1971 a full one year ahead of schedule.
[19] The English Crown is an example of –
A.
Real executive
B.
Quasi-real executive
C.
Nominal executive
D.
Nominated executive
Ans:
Nominal executive
Explanation :
Real Executive exercises the powers that belong to him. He is responsible for the exercise of these powers. May be he takes the assistance of subordinates but the decision is his. For example the President of U.S.A is an example of Real Executive who takes decisions for himself and exercises his own powers. The Nominal Executive is just the opposite. It is clearly discernible in a constitutional monarchy as prevalent in U.K. or Parliamentary Democracy as prevalent in India. The king in England or the President in India are the examples of Nominal Executive and the Prime Ministers under the British and Indian system of administration offer the example of Real Executives.
[20] Which Article empowers the President to impose Financial Emergency?
A.
Article 356
B.
Article 364
C.
Article 352
D.
Article 360
Ans:
Article 360
Explanation :
According to Article 360, if the President is satisfied that there is an economic situation in which the financial stability or credit of India is threatened, he or she can declare financial emergency. Such an emergency must be approved by the Parliament within two months.
[21] Which Article of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate right of citizenship?
A.
Article 8
B.
Article 9
C.
Article 10
D.
Article 11
Ans:
Article 11
Explanation :
Article 11 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate the right of citizenship by law. The parliament can make any provision with respect to the acquisition and termination of citizenship and all other matters relating to citizenship.
[22] By which Amendment were `Fundamental Duties' added to the Constitution?
A.
40th Amendment
B.
42nd Amendment
C.
44th Amendment
D.
45th Amendment
Ans:
42nd Amendment
Explanation :
The Forty-second Amendment of the Constitution of India, enacted in 1976, laid down the Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation which are defined as the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India. These duties, set out in Part IVA of the Constitution, concern individuals and the nation.
[23] The Panchayat Raj system in India was introduced under the direction of which article of the constitution?
A.
32
B.
40
C.
45
D.
51
Ans:
40
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian Constitution deals with the organization of Panchayats. As per this article, the State shall take steps to organize village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self government.
[24] The First Five Year Plan (19511 956) was drafted by -
A.
P C Mahalanobis
B.
K N Raj
C.
J C Kumarappa
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
K N Raj
Explanation :
Kakkadan Nandanath Raj was a veteran Indian economist. He is popularly known as K. N. Raj. He played an important role in India's planned development, drafting sections of India's first Five Year Plan.
[25] During Twelfth Five-Year Plan, which one of the following average annual growth rate targets was envisaged for agriculture and allied sector?
A.
3.0 percent
B.
3.5 percent
C.
4.0 percent
D.
4.5 percent
Ans:
4.0 percent
Explanation :
The average annual growth rate of agriculture and allied sector during the first four years of the current Five Year Plan period (2012-17) has been 1.6 per cent as against the 12th plan target of 4 per cent per annum.
Explanation :
Every tribe in Nagaland has its own unique language. Nagas speak more than 20 different dialects. In 1967, the Nagaland Assembly proclaimed English as the official language of Nagaland and is the medium for education in Nagaland.
[12] The playing time (In seconds) of the full version of Indian National Anthem is-
A.
60
B.
52
C.
55
D.
57
Ans:
52
Explanation :
A formal rendition of the national anthem takes fifty-two seconds. A shortened version consisting of the first and last lines (and taking about 20 seconds to play) is also staged occasionally.
[13] In India, woman had never been a Chief Minister in the State of –
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Maharashtra
Explanation :
Rabri Devi, Vasundhara Raje Scindia and Uma Bharti have been Chief Ministers of Bihar, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh respectively. Maharashtra never had a woman Chief Minister.
[14] Which one of the following States has granted Sanskrit language the status of the second official language of the state?
A.
Bihar
B.
Chhattisgarh
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Uttarakhand
Ans:
Uttarakhand
Explanation :
Uttarakhand has given to Sanskrit as the status of second official language of the state in January 2010.
[15] Who of the following Presidents of India was associated with Trade Union Movement?
A.
V. V. Girt
B.
N. Sanjiva Reddy
C.
K. R. Narayanan
D.
Zakir Hussain
Ans:
V. V. Girt
Explanation :
V.V. Giri served as President of India during 1969 to 1974. He was actively associated with trade union movement. He was President of All-India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) twice. He was also associated with All India Railway Workers' Federation.
[16] As per the provisional result of the 2011 Census, the density of population in India is
A.
325
B.
352
C.
372
D.
382
Ans:
382
Explanation :
Population Density of India is 382 per sq km as per census 2011. Bihar is the densest state of India with a population density of 1,106.
[17] The National Integration Council (NIC) is chaired by the –
A.
Prime Minister
B.
Finance Minister
C.
Home Minister
D.
President of India
Ans:
Prime Minister
Explanation :
The National Integration Council (NIC) is a group of senior politicians and public figures in India that looks for ways to address the problems of communalism, casteism and regionalism. It originated in a conference convened by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru of India in September-October of 1961. It is chaired by the Prime Minister of India.
[18] The first mid-term elections for Lok Sabha were held in –
A.
1962
B.
1971
C.
1977
D.
1980
Ans:
1971
Explanation :
India held general elections to the 4th Lok Sabha in 1967 in which the Indian National Congress lost nearly 60 seats in the Lower House, managing to win 283 seats. The Congress' dismal electoral performance forced Indira Gandhi to become assertive and opt for a series of choices that put her against the Congress Party high command. The Congress expelled her for "indiscipline" on November 12, 1969, an action that split the party into two factions: the Congress (0)-for Organisation-led by Morarji Desai, and the Congress (I) for Indira-led by Indira Gandhi. Indira continued to head a minority government with support from the CPI(M) till December 1970. Not wanting to head a minority government any longer, she called for a mid-term election to the Lok Sabha in March 1971 a full one year ahead of schedule.
[19] The English Crown is an example of –
A.
Real executive
B.
Quasi-real executive
C.
Nominal executive
D.
Nominated executive
Ans:
Nominal executive
Explanation :
Real Executive exercises the powers that belong to him. He is responsible for the exercise of these powers. May be he takes the assistance of subordinates but the decision is his. For example the President of U.S.A is an example of Real Executive who takes decisions for himself and exercises his own powers. The Nominal Executive is just the opposite. It is clearly discernible in a constitutional monarchy as prevalent in U.K. or Parliamentary Democracy as prevalent in India. The king in England or the President in India are the examples of Nominal Executive and the Prime Ministers under the British and Indian system of administration offer the example of Real Executives.
[20] Which Article empowers the President to impose Financial Emergency?
A.
Article 356
B.
Article 364
C.
Article 352
D.
Article 360
Ans:
Article 360
Explanation :
According to Article 360, if the President is satisfied that there is an economic situation in which the financial stability or credit of India is threatened, he or she can declare financial emergency. Such an emergency must be approved by the Parliament within two months.
[21] Which Article of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate right of citizenship?
A.
Article 8
B.
Article 9
C.
Article 10
D.
Article 11
Ans:
Article 11
Explanation :
Article 11 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate the right of citizenship by law. The parliament can make any provision with respect to the acquisition and termination of citizenship and all other matters relating to citizenship.
[22] By which Amendment were `Fundamental Duties' added to the Constitution?
A.
40th Amendment
B.
42nd Amendment
C.
44th Amendment
D.
45th Amendment
Ans:
42nd Amendment
Explanation :
The Forty-second Amendment of the Constitution of India, enacted in 1976, laid down the Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation which are defined as the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India. These duties, set out in Part IVA of the Constitution, concern individuals and the nation.
[23] The Panchayat Raj system in India was introduced under the direction of which article of the constitution?
A.
32
B.
40
C.
45
D.
51
Ans:
40
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian Constitution deals with the organization of Panchayats. As per this article, the State shall take steps to organize village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self government.
[24] The First Five Year Plan (19511 956) was drafted by -
A.
P C Mahalanobis
B.
K N Raj
C.
J C Kumarappa
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
K N Raj
Explanation :
Kakkadan Nandanath Raj was a veteran Indian economist. He is popularly known as K. N. Raj. He played an important role in India's planned development, drafting sections of India's first Five Year Plan.
[25] During Twelfth Five-Year Plan, which one of the following average annual growth rate targets was envisaged for agriculture and allied sector?
A.
3.0 percent
B.
3.5 percent
C.
4.0 percent
D.
4.5 percent
Ans:
4.0 percent
Explanation :
The average annual growth rate of agriculture and allied sector during the first four years of the current Five Year Plan period (2012-17) has been 1.6 per cent as against the 12th plan target of 4 per cent per annum.
Explanation :
Rabri Devi, Vasundhara Raje Scindia and Uma Bharti have been Chief Ministers of Bihar, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh respectively. Maharashtra never had a woman Chief Minister.
[14] Which one of the following States has granted Sanskrit language the status of the second official language of the state?
A.
Bihar
B.
Chhattisgarh
C.
Uttar Pradesh
D.
Uttarakhand
Ans:
Uttarakhand
Explanation :
Uttarakhand has given to Sanskrit as the status of second official language of the state in January 2010.
[15] Who of the following Presidents of India was associated with Trade Union Movement?
A.
V. V. Girt
B.
N. Sanjiva Reddy
C.
K. R. Narayanan
D.
Zakir Hussain
Ans:
V. V. Girt
Explanation :
V.V. Giri served as President of India during 1969 to 1974. He was actively associated with trade union movement. He was President of All-India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) twice. He was also associated with All India Railway Workers' Federation.
[16] As per the provisional result of the 2011 Census, the density of population in India is
A.
325
B.
352
C.
372
D.
382
Ans:
382
Explanation :
Population Density of India is 382 per sq km as per census 2011. Bihar is the densest state of India with a population density of 1,106.
[17] The National Integration Council (NIC) is chaired by the –
A.
Prime Minister
B.
Finance Minister
C.
Home Minister
D.
President of India
Ans:
Prime Minister
Explanation :
The National Integration Council (NIC) is a group of senior politicians and public figures in India that looks for ways to address the problems of communalism, casteism and regionalism. It originated in a conference convened by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru of India in September-October of 1961. It is chaired by the Prime Minister of India.
[18] The first mid-term elections for Lok Sabha were held in –
A.
1962
B.
1971
C.
1977
D.
1980
Ans:
1971
Explanation :
India held general elections to the 4th Lok Sabha in 1967 in which the Indian National Congress lost nearly 60 seats in the Lower House, managing to win 283 seats. The Congress' dismal electoral performance forced Indira Gandhi to become assertive and opt for a series of choices that put her against the Congress Party high command. The Congress expelled her for "indiscipline" on November 12, 1969, an action that split the party into two factions: the Congress (0)-for Organisation-led by Morarji Desai, and the Congress (I) for Indira-led by Indira Gandhi. Indira continued to head a minority government with support from the CPI(M) till December 1970. Not wanting to head a minority government any longer, she called for a mid-term election to the Lok Sabha in March 1971 a full one year ahead of schedule.
[19] The English Crown is an example of –
A.
Real executive
B.
Quasi-real executive
C.
Nominal executive
D.
Nominated executive
Ans:
Nominal executive
Explanation :
Real Executive exercises the powers that belong to him. He is responsible for the exercise of these powers. May be he takes the assistance of subordinates but the decision is his. For example the President of U.S.A is an example of Real Executive who takes decisions for himself and exercises his own powers. The Nominal Executive is just the opposite. It is clearly discernible in a constitutional monarchy as prevalent in U.K. or Parliamentary Democracy as prevalent in India. The king in England or the President in India are the examples of Nominal Executive and the Prime Ministers under the British and Indian system of administration offer the example of Real Executives.
[20] Which Article empowers the President to impose Financial Emergency?
A.
Article 356
B.
Article 364
C.
Article 352
D.
Article 360
Ans:
Article 360
Explanation :
According to Article 360, if the President is satisfied that there is an economic situation in which the financial stability or credit of India is threatened, he or she can declare financial emergency. Such an emergency must be approved by the Parliament within two months.
[21] Which Article of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate right of citizenship?
A.
Article 8
B.
Article 9
C.
Article 10
D.
Article 11
Ans:
Article 11
Explanation :
Article 11 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate the right of citizenship by law. The parliament can make any provision with respect to the acquisition and termination of citizenship and all other matters relating to citizenship.
[22] By which Amendment were `Fundamental Duties' added to the Constitution?
A.
40th Amendment
B.
42nd Amendment
C.
44th Amendment
D.
45th Amendment
Ans:
42nd Amendment
Explanation :
The Forty-second Amendment of the Constitution of India, enacted in 1976, laid down the Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation which are defined as the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India. These duties, set out in Part IVA of the Constitution, concern individuals and the nation.
[23] The Panchayat Raj system in India was introduced under the direction of which article of the constitution?
A.
32
B.
40
C.
45
D.
51
Ans:
40
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian Constitution deals with the organization of Panchayats. As per this article, the State shall take steps to organize village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self government.
[24] The First Five Year Plan (19511 956) was drafted by -
A.
P C Mahalanobis
B.
K N Raj
C.
J C Kumarappa
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
K N Raj
Explanation :
Kakkadan Nandanath Raj was a veteran Indian economist. He is popularly known as K. N. Raj. He played an important role in India's planned development, drafting sections of India's first Five Year Plan.
[25] During Twelfth Five-Year Plan, which one of the following average annual growth rate targets was envisaged for agriculture and allied sector?
A.
3.0 percent
B.
3.5 percent
C.
4.0 percent
D.
4.5 percent
Ans:
4.0 percent
Explanation :
The average annual growth rate of agriculture and allied sector during the first four years of the current Five Year Plan period (2012-17) has been 1.6 per cent as against the 12th plan target of 4 per cent per annum.
Explanation :
V.V. Giri served as President of India during 1969 to 1974. He was actively associated with trade union movement. He was President of All-India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) twice. He was also associated with All India Railway Workers' Federation.
[16] As per the provisional result of the 2011 Census, the density of population in India is
A.
325
B.
352
C.
372
D.
382
Ans:
382
Explanation :
Population Density of India is 382 per sq km as per census 2011. Bihar is the densest state of India with a population density of 1,106.
[17] The National Integration Council (NIC) is chaired by the –
A.
Prime Minister
B.
Finance Minister
C.
Home Minister
D.
President of India
Ans:
Prime Minister
Explanation :
The National Integration Council (NIC) is a group of senior politicians and public figures in India that looks for ways to address the problems of communalism, casteism and regionalism. It originated in a conference convened by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru of India in September-October of 1961. It is chaired by the Prime Minister of India.
[18] The first mid-term elections for Lok Sabha were held in –
A.
1962
B.
1971
C.
1977
D.
1980
Ans:
1971
Explanation :
India held general elections to the 4th Lok Sabha in 1967 in which the Indian National Congress lost nearly 60 seats in the Lower House, managing to win 283 seats. The Congress' dismal electoral performance forced Indira Gandhi to become assertive and opt for a series of choices that put her against the Congress Party high command. The Congress expelled her for "indiscipline" on November 12, 1969, an action that split the party into two factions: the Congress (0)-for Organisation-led by Morarji Desai, and the Congress (I) for Indira-led by Indira Gandhi. Indira continued to head a minority government with support from the CPI(M) till December 1970. Not wanting to head a minority government any longer, she called for a mid-term election to the Lok Sabha in March 1971 a full one year ahead of schedule.
[19] The English Crown is an example of –
A.
Real executive
B.
Quasi-real executive
C.
Nominal executive
D.
Nominated executive
Ans:
Nominal executive
Explanation :
Real Executive exercises the powers that belong to him. He is responsible for the exercise of these powers. May be he takes the assistance of subordinates but the decision is his. For example the President of U.S.A is an example of Real Executive who takes decisions for himself and exercises his own powers. The Nominal Executive is just the opposite. It is clearly discernible in a constitutional monarchy as prevalent in U.K. or Parliamentary Democracy as prevalent in India. The king in England or the President in India are the examples of Nominal Executive and the Prime Ministers under the British and Indian system of administration offer the example of Real Executives.
[20] Which Article empowers the President to impose Financial Emergency?
A.
Article 356
B.
Article 364
C.
Article 352
D.
Article 360
Ans:
Article 360
Explanation :
According to Article 360, if the President is satisfied that there is an economic situation in which the financial stability or credit of India is threatened, he or she can declare financial emergency. Such an emergency must be approved by the Parliament within two months.
[21] Which Article of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate right of citizenship?
A.
Article 8
B.
Article 9
C.
Article 10
D.
Article 11
Ans:
Article 11
Explanation :
Article 11 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate the right of citizenship by law. The parliament can make any provision with respect to the acquisition and termination of citizenship and all other matters relating to citizenship.
[22] By which Amendment were `Fundamental Duties' added to the Constitution?
A.
40th Amendment
B.
42nd Amendment
C.
44th Amendment
D.
45th Amendment
Ans:
42nd Amendment
Explanation :
The Forty-second Amendment of the Constitution of India, enacted in 1976, laid down the Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation which are defined as the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India. These duties, set out in Part IVA of the Constitution, concern individuals and the nation.
[23] The Panchayat Raj system in India was introduced under the direction of which article of the constitution?
A.
32
B.
40
C.
45
D.
51
Ans:
40
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian Constitution deals with the organization of Panchayats. As per this article, the State shall take steps to organize village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self government.
[24] The First Five Year Plan (19511 956) was drafted by -
A.
P C Mahalanobis
B.
K N Raj
C.
J C Kumarappa
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
K N Raj
Explanation :
Kakkadan Nandanath Raj was a veteran Indian economist. He is popularly known as K. N. Raj. He played an important role in India's planned development, drafting sections of India's first Five Year Plan.
[25] During Twelfth Five-Year Plan, which one of the following average annual growth rate targets was envisaged for agriculture and allied sector?
A.
3.0 percent
B.
3.5 percent
C.
4.0 percent
D.
4.5 percent
Ans:
4.0 percent
Explanation :
The average annual growth rate of agriculture and allied sector during the first four years of the current Five Year Plan period (2012-17) has been 1.6 per cent as against the 12th plan target of 4 per cent per annum.
Explanation :
The National Integration Council (NIC) is a group of senior politicians and public figures in India that looks for ways to address the problems of communalism, casteism and regionalism. It originated in a conference convened by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru of India in September-October of 1961. It is chaired by the Prime Minister of India.
[18] The first mid-term elections for Lok Sabha were held in –
A.
1962
B.
1971
C.
1977
D.
1980
Ans:
1971
Explanation :
India held general elections to the 4th Lok Sabha in 1967 in which the Indian National Congress lost nearly 60 seats in the Lower House, managing to win 283 seats. The Congress' dismal electoral performance forced Indira Gandhi to become assertive and opt for a series of choices that put her against the Congress Party high command. The Congress expelled her for "indiscipline" on November 12, 1969, an action that split the party into two factions: the Congress (0)-for Organisation-led by Morarji Desai, and the Congress (I) for Indira-led by Indira Gandhi. Indira continued to head a minority government with support from the CPI(M) till December 1970. Not wanting to head a minority government any longer, she called for a mid-term election to the Lok Sabha in March 1971 a full one year ahead of schedule.
[19] The English Crown is an example of –
A.
Real executive
B.
Quasi-real executive
C.
Nominal executive
D.
Nominated executive
Ans:
Nominal executive
Explanation :
Real Executive exercises the powers that belong to him. He is responsible for the exercise of these powers. May be he takes the assistance of subordinates but the decision is his. For example the President of U.S.A is an example of Real Executive who takes decisions for himself and exercises his own powers. The Nominal Executive is just the opposite. It is clearly discernible in a constitutional monarchy as prevalent in U.K. or Parliamentary Democracy as prevalent in India. The king in England or the President in India are the examples of Nominal Executive and the Prime Ministers under the British and Indian system of administration offer the example of Real Executives.
[20] Which Article empowers the President to impose Financial Emergency?
A.
Article 356
B.
Article 364
C.
Article 352
D.
Article 360
Ans:
Article 360
Explanation :
According to Article 360, if the President is satisfied that there is an economic situation in which the financial stability or credit of India is threatened, he or she can declare financial emergency. Such an emergency must be approved by the Parliament within two months.
[21] Which Article of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate right of citizenship?
A.
Article 8
B.
Article 9
C.
Article 10
D.
Article 11
Ans:
Article 11
Explanation :
Article 11 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate the right of citizenship by law. The parliament can make any provision with respect to the acquisition and termination of citizenship and all other matters relating to citizenship.
[22] By which Amendment were `Fundamental Duties' added to the Constitution?
A.
40th Amendment
B.
42nd Amendment
C.
44th Amendment
D.
45th Amendment
Ans:
42nd Amendment
Explanation :
The Forty-second Amendment of the Constitution of India, enacted in 1976, laid down the Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation which are defined as the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India. These duties, set out in Part IVA of the Constitution, concern individuals and the nation.
[23] The Panchayat Raj system in India was introduced under the direction of which article of the constitution?
A.
32
B.
40
C.
45
D.
51
Ans:
40
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian Constitution deals with the organization of Panchayats. As per this article, the State shall take steps to organize village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self government.
[24] The First Five Year Plan (19511 956) was drafted by -
A.
P C Mahalanobis
B.
K N Raj
C.
J C Kumarappa
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
K N Raj
Explanation :
Kakkadan Nandanath Raj was a veteran Indian economist. He is popularly known as K. N. Raj. He played an important role in India's planned development, drafting sections of India's first Five Year Plan.
[25] During Twelfth Five-Year Plan, which one of the following average annual growth rate targets was envisaged for agriculture and allied sector?
A.
3.0 percent
B.
3.5 percent
C.
4.0 percent
D.
4.5 percent
Ans:
4.0 percent
Explanation :
The average annual growth rate of agriculture and allied sector during the first four years of the current Five Year Plan period (2012-17) has been 1.6 per cent as against the 12th plan target of 4 per cent per annum.
Explanation :
Real Executive exercises the powers that belong to him. He is responsible for the exercise of these powers. May be he takes the assistance of subordinates but the decision is his. For example the President of U.S.A is an example of Real Executive who takes decisions for himself and exercises his own powers. The Nominal Executive is just the opposite. It is clearly discernible in a constitutional monarchy as prevalent in U.K. or Parliamentary Democracy as prevalent in India. The king in England or the President in India are the examples of Nominal Executive and the Prime Ministers under the British and Indian system of administration offer the example of Real Executives.
[20] Which Article empowers the President to impose Financial Emergency?
A.
Article 356
B.
Article 364
C.
Article 352
D.
Article 360
Ans:
Article 360
Explanation :
According to Article 360, if the President is satisfied that there is an economic situation in which the financial stability or credit of India is threatened, he or she can declare financial emergency. Such an emergency must be approved by the Parliament within two months.
[21] Which Article of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate right of citizenship?
A.
Article 8
B.
Article 9
C.
Article 10
D.
Article 11
Ans:
Article 11
Explanation :
Article 11 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate the right of citizenship by law. The parliament can make any provision with respect to the acquisition and termination of citizenship and all other matters relating to citizenship.
[22] By which Amendment were `Fundamental Duties' added to the Constitution?
A.
40th Amendment
B.
42nd Amendment
C.
44th Amendment
D.
45th Amendment
Ans:
42nd Amendment
Explanation :
The Forty-second Amendment of the Constitution of India, enacted in 1976, laid down the Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation which are defined as the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India. These duties, set out in Part IVA of the Constitution, concern individuals and the nation.
[23] The Panchayat Raj system in India was introduced under the direction of which article of the constitution?
A.
32
B.
40
C.
45
D.
51
Ans:
40
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian Constitution deals with the organization of Panchayats. As per this article, the State shall take steps to organize village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self government.
[24] The First Five Year Plan (19511 956) was drafted by -
A.
P C Mahalanobis
B.
K N Raj
C.
J C Kumarappa
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
K N Raj
Explanation :
Kakkadan Nandanath Raj was a veteran Indian economist. He is popularly known as K. N. Raj. He played an important role in India's planned development, drafting sections of India's first Five Year Plan.
[25] During Twelfth Five-Year Plan, which one of the following average annual growth rate targets was envisaged for agriculture and allied sector?
A.
3.0 percent
B.
3.5 percent
C.
4.0 percent
D.
4.5 percent
Ans:
4.0 percent
Explanation :
The average annual growth rate of agriculture and allied sector during the first four years of the current Five Year Plan period (2012-17) has been 1.6 per cent as against the 12th plan target of 4 per cent per annum.
Explanation :
Article 11 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to regulate the right of citizenship by law. The parliament can make any provision with respect to the acquisition and termination of citizenship and all other matters relating to citizenship.
[22] By which Amendment were `Fundamental Duties' added to the Constitution?
A.
40th Amendment
B.
42nd Amendment
C.
44th Amendment
D.
45th Amendment
Ans:
42nd Amendment
Explanation :
The Forty-second Amendment of the Constitution of India, enacted in 1976, laid down the Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens to the nation which are defined as the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India. These duties, set out in Part IVA of the Constitution, concern individuals and the nation.
[23] The Panchayat Raj system in India was introduced under the direction of which article of the constitution?
A.
32
B.
40
C.
45
D.
51
Ans:
40
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian Constitution deals with the organization of Panchayats. As per this article, the State shall take steps to organize village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self government.
[24] The First Five Year Plan (19511 956) was drafted by -
A.
P C Mahalanobis
B.
K N Raj
C.
J C Kumarappa
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
K N Raj
Explanation :
Kakkadan Nandanath Raj was a veteran Indian economist. He is popularly known as K. N. Raj. He played an important role in India's planned development, drafting sections of India's first Five Year Plan.
[25] During Twelfth Five-Year Plan, which one of the following average annual growth rate targets was envisaged for agriculture and allied sector?
A.
3.0 percent
B.
3.5 percent
C.
4.0 percent
D.
4.5 percent
Ans:
4.0 percent
Explanation :
The average annual growth rate of agriculture and allied sector during the first four years of the current Five Year Plan period (2012-17) has been 1.6 per cent as against the 12th plan target of 4 per cent per annum.
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian Constitution deals with the organization of Panchayats. As per this article, the State shall take steps to organize village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self government.
[24] The First Five Year Plan (19511 956) was drafted by -
A.
P C Mahalanobis
B.
K N Raj
C.
J C Kumarappa
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
K N Raj
Explanation :
Kakkadan Nandanath Raj was a veteran Indian economist. He is popularly known as K. N. Raj. He played an important role in India's planned development, drafting sections of India's first Five Year Plan.
[25] During Twelfth Five-Year Plan, which one of the following average annual growth rate targets was envisaged for agriculture and allied sector?
A.
3.0 percent
B.
3.5 percent
C.
4.0 percent
D.
4.5 percent
Ans:
4.0 percent
Explanation :
The average annual growth rate of agriculture and allied sector during the first four years of the current Five Year Plan period (2012-17) has been 1.6 per cent as against the 12th plan target of 4 per cent per annum.
Explanation :
The average annual growth rate of agriculture and allied sector during the first four years of the current Five Year Plan period (2012-17) has been 1.6 per cent as against the 12th plan target of 4 per cent per annum.