[1] Who was the first woman judge of the Supreme Court?
A.
Sunanda Bhandare
B.
Leila Seth
C.
Fatima Beevi
D.
Indira Jaising
Ans:
Fatima Beevi
Explanation :
Justice Fathima Beevi was the first female judge of the Supreme Court of India whose tenure lasted from October 6 1989 to April 29, 1992. The second was Justice Sujala V Manohar, from November 8, 1994 to August 27, 1999. The third was Justice Ruma Pal who became a Supreme Court judge in 2000 and continues to hold office.
[2] Which is the highest law of the land?
A.
Indian Penal Code
B.
Indian Constitution
C.
Civil Procedure Code
D.
Criminal Procedure Code
Ans:
Indian Constitution
Explanation :
The Constitution is the supreme law of the land. Asserting the supremacy of the Constitution, the Supreme Court ruled in 2007 that it is the supreme law of the land and even the highest court of the country cannot deliver a judgment which violates it. The ailing was handed down by a bench, comprising Justices A.K. Mathur and Markandey Katju.
[3] With respect to Article 371 A of the Constitution of India, the Governor of which one of the following States has special responsibility with respect to law and order of the State?
A.
Assam
B.
Manipur
C.
Nagaland
D.
Andhra Pradesh
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Article 371A deals with the Special provision with respect to the State of Nagaland.
[4] NITI Aayog is a -
A.
Statutory Body
B.
Think Tank
C.
NGO
D.
Constitutional Body
Ans:
Constitutional Body
Explanation :
The NITI Aayog is neither mentioned in the constitution nor has been established by an act of parliament; it is, therefore, neither a constitutional body nor a statutory body. It is a Government of India policy think-tank established by the Narendra Mod' government through a cabinet resolution on January 1, 2015. So it is an advisory and non-statutory body.
[5] When was the Public Service Commission, the original version of the U.P.S.C. set up?
A.
1st October, 1926
B.
1st April, 1937
C.
15th August, 1947
D.
26th January, 1950
Ans:
1st October, 1926
Explanation :
Indianisation of the superior Civil Services became one of the major demands of the political movement compelling the British Indian Government to consider setting up of a Public Service Commission for recruitment to its services in the territory. The first Public Service Commission was set up on October 1, 1926. However, its limited advisory functions failed to satisfy the people's aspirations and the continued stress on this aspect by the leaders of our freedom movement resulted in the setting up of the Federal Public Service Commission under the Government of India Act 1935. Under this Act, for the first time, provision was also made for the formation of Public Service Commissions at the provincial level. With the promulgation of the new Constitution for independent India on 26th January, 1950, the Federal Public Service Commission was accorded a constitutional status as an autonomous entity and given the title - Union Public Service Commission. Note : Recently, President Pranab Multherjee appointed Professor David R. Syiemlieh as the Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
[6] Which of the following committees recommended that the elections to Panchayati Raj bodies should be held on party lines?
A.
Balwant Rai Mehta committee
B.
Ashok committee
C.
Dhar Committee
D.
VKRV Rao committee
Ans:
Ashok committee
Explanation :
According to Ashok Mehta Committee, there should be an official participation of political parties at all levels of Panchayat elections. Dhar committee demanded for different region mainly south India for reorganization of states on linguistic basis in 1948. VKRV Rao was member of several committees live Bombay economic industrial survey committee, National income committee, UN Sub-committee on experts on levels of living etc.
[7] President of India can be removed from his office by –
A.
Prime Minister of India
B.
Chief Justice of India
C.
Parliament
D.
Lok Sabha
Ans:
Parliament
Explanation :
According to Article 61 of Indian constitution, the President may also be removed before the expiry of the term through impeachment for violating the Constitution of India. The process may start in either of the two houses of the Parliament. The house initiates the process by levelling the charges against the President.
[8] Who has the right to decide whether a Bill is a money bill or not?
A.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
B.
Prime Minister
C.
President
D.
Finance Minister
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
Article 110 (3) lays down that "if any question arises whether a Bill is a Money Bill or not, the decision of the Speaker of the House of the People thereon shall be final". This means that once the Speaker has certified a Bill as a Money Bill, its nature cannot be questioned in a court of law, in the Houses of Parliament, or even by the President.
[9] The term of office of the Vice-President of India is –
A.
4 years
B.
5 years
C.
2 years
D.
6 years
Ans:
5 years
Explanation :
The Vice-President holds office for five years. He can be re-elected any number of times. However, the office may be terminated earlier by death, resignation or removal. The Constitution does not provide a mechanism of succession to the office of Vice-President in the event of an extraordinary vacancy, apart from re-election.
[10] The maximum strength of Rajya Sabha is –
A.
220
B.
200
C.
250
D.
240
Ans:
250
Explanation :
Article 80 of the Constitution lays down the maximum strength of Rajya Sabha as 250, out of which 12 members are nominated by the President and 238 are representatives of the States and of the two Union Territories. Note: The Rajya Sabha or Council of States is the upper house of the Parliament of India. Membership of Rajya Sabha is limited by the Constitution to a maximum of 250 members, and current laws have provision for 245 members. Maximum of 12 members can be nominated by president of India.
[11] The Ministers in the Union Government hold office during the pleasure of the –
A.
Lok Sabha
B.
President
C.
Parliament
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
President
Explanation :
The President appoints the Prime Minister and the other members of the President. Council of Ministers, distributing portfolios to them on the advice of the Prime Minister. The Council of Ministers remains in power during the 'pleasure' of the
[12] Who decides whether a bill is a Money Bill or not?
A.
President
B.
Prime Minister
C.
Finance Minister
D.
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
If any question arises whether a Bill is a Money Bill or not, the decision of Speaker thereon is final. The Speaker is under no obligation to consult any one in coming to a decision or in giving his certificate that a Bill is a Money Bill.
[13] The Parliament can legislate on subjects given in the Union List only in consultation with the State Government for the State of –
A.
Assam
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Jammu & Kashmir
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution grants special autonomous status to Jammu and Kashmir. As per Article 370 of the Constitution of India, notwithstanding anything in. this Constitution: the power of Parliament to make laws for the said State shall be limited to those matters in the Union List and the Concurrent List which, in consultation with the Government of the State, are declared by the President to correspond to matters specified in the Instrument of Accession governing the accession of the State to the Dominion of India as the matters with respect to which the Dominion Legislature may make laws for that. State; and such other matters in the said Lists, as, with the concurrence of the Government of the Stale, the President may by order specify. This article specifies that except for Defence, Foreign Affairs, Finance and Communications, (matters specified in the instrument of accession) the Indian Parliament needs the State Government's concurrence for applying all other laws. Thus the state's residents lived under a separate set of laws, including those related to citizenship, ownership of property, and fundamental rights, as compared to other Indians.
[14] Who is the constitutional head of the Government of India?
A.
President
B.
Prime Minister
C.
Chief Justice of India
D.
Attorney General
Ans:
President
Explanation :
The President of India is the head of state of the Republic of India, the largest democracy in the world. The President is the formal head of the executive, legislature and judiciary of India and is the commander-in-chief of the Indian Armed Forces.
[15] The Indian Constitution provides for the appointment of Adhoc judges in:
A.
Supreme Court
B.
High Court
C.
District and Session Court
D.
All of these
Ans:
Supreme Court
Explanation :
The Indian Constitution provides for the appointment of Ad hoc judge in Supreme Court. A Judge of a High Court duly qualified for appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court to be designated by the Chief Justice of India.
[16] Which of the following “writs” of the High Court or the Supreme Court is sought to produce in the court a person, suspected to be missing/in custody?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Habeas Corpus
D.
Certiorari
Ans:
Habeas Corpus
Explanation :
Habeas corpus means "you must present the person in court". It is a writ (legal action) which requires a person under arrest to be brought before a judge or into court. This ensures that a prisoner can be released from unlawful detention, in other words, detention lacking sufficient cause or evidence. The remedy can be sought by the prisoner or by another person coming to the prisoner's aid. The legal right to apply for a habeas corpus is also called by the same name.
[17] From which of the following country Indian Constitution borrowed the feature ‘The written Constitution'?
A.
USSR
B.
UK
C.
U.S.
D.
Japan
Ans:
U.S.
Explanation :
The framers of Indian Constitution adopted the feature of 'written constitution' from USA. The Indian Constitution is the lengthiest written constitution in the world. The other features borrowed from the US Constitution include: an executive head of state known as President; provision of fundamental rights; independence of the judiciary; etc.
[18] The phrase equality before law used in Article 14 of Indian Constitution has been borrowed from the Constitution of -
A.
Britain
B.
USA
C.
France
D.
Canada
Ans:
Britain
Explanation :
The phrase equality before law of Indian Constitution has been borrowed from Britain. The term Republic and the idea of liberty, equality and fraternity in the preamble was borrowed from constitution of France.
[19] The source of the basic structure theory of the Constitution of India is -
A.
the Constitution
B.
opinion of jurists
C.
indicial interpretation
D.
parliamentary statutes
Ans:
opinion of jurists
Explanation :
Any articles can be amended under Article 368 which means the amendment challenged on the grounds of fact. The Supreme Court recognized interpretation is the basic structure of constitution.
[20] The Constitution of India contains –
A.
340 Articles
B.
395 Articles
C.
400 Articles
D.
404 Articles
Ans:
395 Articles
Explanation :
Although the last article of the Constitution is Article 395, the total number, as of March 2012 is 448. New articles added through amendments have been inserted in the relevant location in the original constitution. In order not to disturb the original numbering, the new articles are inserted with alphanumberic enume-rations. For example, Article 21A pertaining to Right to Education was inserted by the 86th Amendment Act.
[21] Which of the following exercised the most profound influence in framing the Indian Constitution?
A.
British Constitution
B.
US Constitution
C.
Irish Constitution
D.
The Government of India Act, 1935
Ans:
The Government of India Act, 1935
Explanation :
The most profound influence was exercised by the Government of India Act of 1935. Such features as the federal scheme, office of governor, power of federal judiciary, emergency powers etc were drawn from this Act. The British practice influenced the lawmaking procedures, rule of law, system of single citizenship, besides, of course, the model of a parliamentary government. The US Constitution inspired details on the independence of judiciary, judicial review, fundamental rights, and the removal of Supreme Court and High Court judges. The Irish Constitution was the source of the Directive Principles, method of Presidential elections, and the nomination of members of Rajya Sabha by the President.
[22] Which was described by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar as the 'heart and soul' of the Constitution?
A.
Right to Equality
B.
Right against Exploitation
C.
Right to Constitutional Remedies
D.
Right to Freedom of Religion
Ans:
Right to Constitutional Remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B R Arnbedkar, the chairman of the Drafting committee, called the fundamental right to constitutional remedies as the heart and soul of the Indian constitution. Right to constitutional remedies empowers the citizens to move a court of law in case of any denial of the fundamental rights. The courts can issue various kinds of writs. These writs are habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto and certiorari.
[23] The factors which are most important in determining the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are -
A.
Population, affluence per person, land available per person
B.
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
C.
Atmospheric conditions, population and forest cover
D.
Population, forest cover and land available per person
Ans:
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
Explanation :
The most important factors which determine the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are: Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources.
[24] The session of the parliament is summoned by -
A.
The President
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
D.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha and the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
The President has the power to summon and prorogue either House of Parliament or to dissolve Lok Sabha.
[25] The Constitution _.
A.
is silent on the President's reelection to the office.
B.
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
C.
restricts a person to remain President for only two terms.
D.
has been amended to allow a person only one term as President.
Ans:
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
Explanation :
According to Article 57 of the Constitution, a President is eligible for re-election to that office.The President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.
Explanation :
Justice Fathima Beevi was the first female judge of the Supreme Court of India whose tenure lasted from October 6 1989 to April 29, 1992. The second was Justice Sujala V Manohar, from November 8, 1994 to August 27, 1999. The third was Justice Ruma Pal who became a Supreme Court judge in 2000 and continues to hold office.
[2] Which is the highest law of the land?
A.
Indian Penal Code
B.
Indian Constitution
C.
Civil Procedure Code
D.
Criminal Procedure Code
Ans:
Indian Constitution
Explanation :
The Constitution is the supreme law of the land. Asserting the supremacy of the Constitution, the Supreme Court ruled in 2007 that it is the supreme law of the land and even the highest court of the country cannot deliver a judgment which violates it. The ailing was handed down by a bench, comprising Justices A.K. Mathur and Markandey Katju.
[3] With respect to Article 371 A of the Constitution of India, the Governor of which one of the following States has special responsibility with respect to law and order of the State?
A.
Assam
B.
Manipur
C.
Nagaland
D.
Andhra Pradesh
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Article 371A deals with the Special provision with respect to the State of Nagaland.
[4] NITI Aayog is a -
A.
Statutory Body
B.
Think Tank
C.
NGO
D.
Constitutional Body
Ans:
Constitutional Body
Explanation :
The NITI Aayog is neither mentioned in the constitution nor has been established by an act of parliament; it is, therefore, neither a constitutional body nor a statutory body. It is a Government of India policy think-tank established by the Narendra Mod' government through a cabinet resolution on January 1, 2015. So it is an advisory and non-statutory body.
[5] When was the Public Service Commission, the original version of the U.P.S.C. set up?
A.
1st October, 1926
B.
1st April, 1937
C.
15th August, 1947
D.
26th January, 1950
Ans:
1st October, 1926
Explanation :
Indianisation of the superior Civil Services became one of the major demands of the political movement compelling the British Indian Government to consider setting up of a Public Service Commission for recruitment to its services in the territory. The first Public Service Commission was set up on October 1, 1926. However, its limited advisory functions failed to satisfy the people's aspirations and the continued stress on this aspect by the leaders of our freedom movement resulted in the setting up of the Federal Public Service Commission under the Government of India Act 1935. Under this Act, for the first time, provision was also made for the formation of Public Service Commissions at the provincial level. With the promulgation of the new Constitution for independent India on 26th January, 1950, the Federal Public Service Commission was accorded a constitutional status as an autonomous entity and given the title - Union Public Service Commission. Note : Recently, President Pranab Multherjee appointed Professor David R. Syiemlieh as the Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
[6] Which of the following committees recommended that the elections to Panchayati Raj bodies should be held on party lines?
A.
Balwant Rai Mehta committee
B.
Ashok committee
C.
Dhar Committee
D.
VKRV Rao committee
Ans:
Ashok committee
Explanation :
According to Ashok Mehta Committee, there should be an official participation of political parties at all levels of Panchayat elections. Dhar committee demanded for different region mainly south India for reorganization of states on linguistic basis in 1948. VKRV Rao was member of several committees live Bombay economic industrial survey committee, National income committee, UN Sub-committee on experts on levels of living etc.
[7] President of India can be removed from his office by –
A.
Prime Minister of India
B.
Chief Justice of India
C.
Parliament
D.
Lok Sabha
Ans:
Parliament
Explanation :
According to Article 61 of Indian constitution, the President may also be removed before the expiry of the term through impeachment for violating the Constitution of India. The process may start in either of the two houses of the Parliament. The house initiates the process by levelling the charges against the President.
[8] Who has the right to decide whether a Bill is a money bill or not?
A.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
B.
Prime Minister
C.
President
D.
Finance Minister
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
Article 110 (3) lays down that "if any question arises whether a Bill is a Money Bill or not, the decision of the Speaker of the House of the People thereon shall be final". This means that once the Speaker has certified a Bill as a Money Bill, its nature cannot be questioned in a court of law, in the Houses of Parliament, or even by the President.
[9] The term of office of the Vice-President of India is –
A.
4 years
B.
5 years
C.
2 years
D.
6 years
Ans:
5 years
Explanation :
The Vice-President holds office for five years. He can be re-elected any number of times. However, the office may be terminated earlier by death, resignation or removal. The Constitution does not provide a mechanism of succession to the office of Vice-President in the event of an extraordinary vacancy, apart from re-election.
[10] The maximum strength of Rajya Sabha is –
A.
220
B.
200
C.
250
D.
240
Ans:
250
Explanation :
Article 80 of the Constitution lays down the maximum strength of Rajya Sabha as 250, out of which 12 members are nominated by the President and 238 are representatives of the States and of the two Union Territories. Note: The Rajya Sabha or Council of States is the upper house of the Parliament of India. Membership of Rajya Sabha is limited by the Constitution to a maximum of 250 members, and current laws have provision for 245 members. Maximum of 12 members can be nominated by president of India.
[11] The Ministers in the Union Government hold office during the pleasure of the –
A.
Lok Sabha
B.
President
C.
Parliament
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
President
Explanation :
The President appoints the Prime Minister and the other members of the President. Council of Ministers, distributing portfolios to them on the advice of the Prime Minister. The Council of Ministers remains in power during the 'pleasure' of the
[12] Who decides whether a bill is a Money Bill or not?
A.
President
B.
Prime Minister
C.
Finance Minister
D.
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
If any question arises whether a Bill is a Money Bill or not, the decision of Speaker thereon is final. The Speaker is under no obligation to consult any one in coming to a decision or in giving his certificate that a Bill is a Money Bill.
[13] The Parliament can legislate on subjects given in the Union List only in consultation with the State Government for the State of –
A.
Assam
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Jammu & Kashmir
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution grants special autonomous status to Jammu and Kashmir. As per Article 370 of the Constitution of India, notwithstanding anything in. this Constitution: the power of Parliament to make laws for the said State shall be limited to those matters in the Union List and the Concurrent List which, in consultation with the Government of the State, are declared by the President to correspond to matters specified in the Instrument of Accession governing the accession of the State to the Dominion of India as the matters with respect to which the Dominion Legislature may make laws for that. State; and such other matters in the said Lists, as, with the concurrence of the Government of the Stale, the President may by order specify. This article specifies that except for Defence, Foreign Affairs, Finance and Communications, (matters specified in the instrument of accession) the Indian Parliament needs the State Government's concurrence for applying all other laws. Thus the state's residents lived under a separate set of laws, including those related to citizenship, ownership of property, and fundamental rights, as compared to other Indians.
[14] Who is the constitutional head of the Government of India?
A.
President
B.
Prime Minister
C.
Chief Justice of India
D.
Attorney General
Ans:
President
Explanation :
The President of India is the head of state of the Republic of India, the largest democracy in the world. The President is the formal head of the executive, legislature and judiciary of India and is the commander-in-chief of the Indian Armed Forces.
[15] The Indian Constitution provides for the appointment of Adhoc judges in:
A.
Supreme Court
B.
High Court
C.
District and Session Court
D.
All of these
Ans:
Supreme Court
Explanation :
The Indian Constitution provides for the appointment of Ad hoc judge in Supreme Court. A Judge of a High Court duly qualified for appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court to be designated by the Chief Justice of India.
[16] Which of the following “writs” of the High Court or the Supreme Court is sought to produce in the court a person, suspected to be missing/in custody?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Habeas Corpus
D.
Certiorari
Ans:
Habeas Corpus
Explanation :
Habeas corpus means "you must present the person in court". It is a writ (legal action) which requires a person under arrest to be brought before a judge or into court. This ensures that a prisoner can be released from unlawful detention, in other words, detention lacking sufficient cause or evidence. The remedy can be sought by the prisoner or by another person coming to the prisoner's aid. The legal right to apply for a habeas corpus is also called by the same name.
[17] From which of the following country Indian Constitution borrowed the feature ‘The written Constitution'?
A.
USSR
B.
UK
C.
U.S.
D.
Japan
Ans:
U.S.
Explanation :
The framers of Indian Constitution adopted the feature of 'written constitution' from USA. The Indian Constitution is the lengthiest written constitution in the world. The other features borrowed from the US Constitution include: an executive head of state known as President; provision of fundamental rights; independence of the judiciary; etc.
[18] The phrase equality before law used in Article 14 of Indian Constitution has been borrowed from the Constitution of -
A.
Britain
B.
USA
C.
France
D.
Canada
Ans:
Britain
Explanation :
The phrase equality before law of Indian Constitution has been borrowed from Britain. The term Republic and the idea of liberty, equality and fraternity in the preamble was borrowed from constitution of France.
[19] The source of the basic structure theory of the Constitution of India is -
A.
the Constitution
B.
opinion of jurists
C.
indicial interpretation
D.
parliamentary statutes
Ans:
opinion of jurists
Explanation :
Any articles can be amended under Article 368 which means the amendment challenged on the grounds of fact. The Supreme Court recognized interpretation is the basic structure of constitution.
[20] The Constitution of India contains –
A.
340 Articles
B.
395 Articles
C.
400 Articles
D.
404 Articles
Ans:
395 Articles
Explanation :
Although the last article of the Constitution is Article 395, the total number, as of March 2012 is 448. New articles added through amendments have been inserted in the relevant location in the original constitution. In order not to disturb the original numbering, the new articles are inserted with alphanumberic enume-rations. For example, Article 21A pertaining to Right to Education was inserted by the 86th Amendment Act.
[21] Which of the following exercised the most profound influence in framing the Indian Constitution?
A.
British Constitution
B.
US Constitution
C.
Irish Constitution
D.
The Government of India Act, 1935
Ans:
The Government of India Act, 1935
Explanation :
The most profound influence was exercised by the Government of India Act of 1935. Such features as the federal scheme, office of governor, power of federal judiciary, emergency powers etc were drawn from this Act. The British practice influenced the lawmaking procedures, rule of law, system of single citizenship, besides, of course, the model of a parliamentary government. The US Constitution inspired details on the independence of judiciary, judicial review, fundamental rights, and the removal of Supreme Court and High Court judges. The Irish Constitution was the source of the Directive Principles, method of Presidential elections, and the nomination of members of Rajya Sabha by the President.
[22] Which was described by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar as the 'heart and soul' of the Constitution?
A.
Right to Equality
B.
Right against Exploitation
C.
Right to Constitutional Remedies
D.
Right to Freedom of Religion
Ans:
Right to Constitutional Remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B R Arnbedkar, the chairman of the Drafting committee, called the fundamental right to constitutional remedies as the heart and soul of the Indian constitution. Right to constitutional remedies empowers the citizens to move a court of law in case of any denial of the fundamental rights. The courts can issue various kinds of writs. These writs are habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto and certiorari.
[23] The factors which are most important in determining the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are -
A.
Population, affluence per person, land available per person
B.
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
C.
Atmospheric conditions, population and forest cover
D.
Population, forest cover and land available per person
Ans:
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
Explanation :
The most important factors which determine the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are: Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources.
[24] The session of the parliament is summoned by -
A.
The President
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
D.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha and the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
The President has the power to summon and prorogue either House of Parliament or to dissolve Lok Sabha.
[25] The Constitution _.
A.
is silent on the President's reelection to the office.
B.
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
C.
restricts a person to remain President for only two terms.
D.
has been amended to allow a person only one term as President.
Ans:
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
Explanation :
According to Article 57 of the Constitution, a President is eligible for re-election to that office.The President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.
Explanation :
Article 371A deals with the Special provision with respect to the State of Nagaland.
[4] NITI Aayog is a -
A.
Statutory Body
B.
Think Tank
C.
NGO
D.
Constitutional Body
Ans:
Constitutional Body
Explanation :
The NITI Aayog is neither mentioned in the constitution nor has been established by an act of parliament; it is, therefore, neither a constitutional body nor a statutory body. It is a Government of India policy think-tank established by the Narendra Mod' government through a cabinet resolution on January 1, 2015. So it is an advisory and non-statutory body.
[5] When was the Public Service Commission, the original version of the U.P.S.C. set up?
A.
1st October, 1926
B.
1st April, 1937
C.
15th August, 1947
D.
26th January, 1950
Ans:
1st October, 1926
Explanation :
Indianisation of the superior Civil Services became one of the major demands of the political movement compelling the British Indian Government to consider setting up of a Public Service Commission for recruitment to its services in the territory. The first Public Service Commission was set up on October 1, 1926. However, its limited advisory functions failed to satisfy the people's aspirations and the continued stress on this aspect by the leaders of our freedom movement resulted in the setting up of the Federal Public Service Commission under the Government of India Act 1935. Under this Act, for the first time, provision was also made for the formation of Public Service Commissions at the provincial level. With the promulgation of the new Constitution for independent India on 26th January, 1950, the Federal Public Service Commission was accorded a constitutional status as an autonomous entity and given the title - Union Public Service Commission. Note : Recently, President Pranab Multherjee appointed Professor David R. Syiemlieh as the Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
[6] Which of the following committees recommended that the elections to Panchayati Raj bodies should be held on party lines?
A.
Balwant Rai Mehta committee
B.
Ashok committee
C.
Dhar Committee
D.
VKRV Rao committee
Ans:
Ashok committee
Explanation :
According to Ashok Mehta Committee, there should be an official participation of political parties at all levels of Panchayat elections. Dhar committee demanded for different region mainly south India for reorganization of states on linguistic basis in 1948. VKRV Rao was member of several committees live Bombay economic industrial survey committee, National income committee, UN Sub-committee on experts on levels of living etc.
[7] President of India can be removed from his office by –
A.
Prime Minister of India
B.
Chief Justice of India
C.
Parliament
D.
Lok Sabha
Ans:
Parliament
Explanation :
According to Article 61 of Indian constitution, the President may also be removed before the expiry of the term through impeachment for violating the Constitution of India. The process may start in either of the two houses of the Parliament. The house initiates the process by levelling the charges against the President.
[8] Who has the right to decide whether a Bill is a money bill or not?
A.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
B.
Prime Minister
C.
President
D.
Finance Minister
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
Article 110 (3) lays down that "if any question arises whether a Bill is a Money Bill or not, the decision of the Speaker of the House of the People thereon shall be final". This means that once the Speaker has certified a Bill as a Money Bill, its nature cannot be questioned in a court of law, in the Houses of Parliament, or even by the President.
[9] The term of office of the Vice-President of India is –
A.
4 years
B.
5 years
C.
2 years
D.
6 years
Ans:
5 years
Explanation :
The Vice-President holds office for five years. He can be re-elected any number of times. However, the office may be terminated earlier by death, resignation or removal. The Constitution does not provide a mechanism of succession to the office of Vice-President in the event of an extraordinary vacancy, apart from re-election.
[10] The maximum strength of Rajya Sabha is –
A.
220
B.
200
C.
250
D.
240
Ans:
250
Explanation :
Article 80 of the Constitution lays down the maximum strength of Rajya Sabha as 250, out of which 12 members are nominated by the President and 238 are representatives of the States and of the two Union Territories. Note: The Rajya Sabha or Council of States is the upper house of the Parliament of India. Membership of Rajya Sabha is limited by the Constitution to a maximum of 250 members, and current laws have provision for 245 members. Maximum of 12 members can be nominated by president of India.
[11] The Ministers in the Union Government hold office during the pleasure of the –
A.
Lok Sabha
B.
President
C.
Parliament
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
President
Explanation :
The President appoints the Prime Minister and the other members of the President. Council of Ministers, distributing portfolios to them on the advice of the Prime Minister. The Council of Ministers remains in power during the 'pleasure' of the
[12] Who decides whether a bill is a Money Bill or not?
A.
President
B.
Prime Minister
C.
Finance Minister
D.
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
If any question arises whether a Bill is a Money Bill or not, the decision of Speaker thereon is final. The Speaker is under no obligation to consult any one in coming to a decision or in giving his certificate that a Bill is a Money Bill.
[13] The Parliament can legislate on subjects given in the Union List only in consultation with the State Government for the State of –
A.
Assam
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Jammu & Kashmir
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution grants special autonomous status to Jammu and Kashmir. As per Article 370 of the Constitution of India, notwithstanding anything in. this Constitution: the power of Parliament to make laws for the said State shall be limited to those matters in the Union List and the Concurrent List which, in consultation with the Government of the State, are declared by the President to correspond to matters specified in the Instrument of Accession governing the accession of the State to the Dominion of India as the matters with respect to which the Dominion Legislature may make laws for that. State; and such other matters in the said Lists, as, with the concurrence of the Government of the Stale, the President may by order specify. This article specifies that except for Defence, Foreign Affairs, Finance and Communications, (matters specified in the instrument of accession) the Indian Parliament needs the State Government's concurrence for applying all other laws. Thus the state's residents lived under a separate set of laws, including those related to citizenship, ownership of property, and fundamental rights, as compared to other Indians.
[14] Who is the constitutional head of the Government of India?
A.
President
B.
Prime Minister
C.
Chief Justice of India
D.
Attorney General
Ans:
President
Explanation :
The President of India is the head of state of the Republic of India, the largest democracy in the world. The President is the formal head of the executive, legislature and judiciary of India and is the commander-in-chief of the Indian Armed Forces.
[15] The Indian Constitution provides for the appointment of Adhoc judges in:
A.
Supreme Court
B.
High Court
C.
District and Session Court
D.
All of these
Ans:
Supreme Court
Explanation :
The Indian Constitution provides for the appointment of Ad hoc judge in Supreme Court. A Judge of a High Court duly qualified for appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court to be designated by the Chief Justice of India.
[16] Which of the following “writs” of the High Court or the Supreme Court is sought to produce in the court a person, suspected to be missing/in custody?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Habeas Corpus
D.
Certiorari
Ans:
Habeas Corpus
Explanation :
Habeas corpus means "you must present the person in court". It is a writ (legal action) which requires a person under arrest to be brought before a judge or into court. This ensures that a prisoner can be released from unlawful detention, in other words, detention lacking sufficient cause or evidence. The remedy can be sought by the prisoner or by another person coming to the prisoner's aid. The legal right to apply for a habeas corpus is also called by the same name.
[17] From which of the following country Indian Constitution borrowed the feature ‘The written Constitution'?
A.
USSR
B.
UK
C.
U.S.
D.
Japan
Ans:
U.S.
Explanation :
The framers of Indian Constitution adopted the feature of 'written constitution' from USA. The Indian Constitution is the lengthiest written constitution in the world. The other features borrowed from the US Constitution include: an executive head of state known as President; provision of fundamental rights; independence of the judiciary; etc.
[18] The phrase equality before law used in Article 14 of Indian Constitution has been borrowed from the Constitution of -
A.
Britain
B.
USA
C.
France
D.
Canada
Ans:
Britain
Explanation :
The phrase equality before law of Indian Constitution has been borrowed from Britain. The term Republic and the idea of liberty, equality and fraternity in the preamble was borrowed from constitution of France.
[19] The source of the basic structure theory of the Constitution of India is -
A.
the Constitution
B.
opinion of jurists
C.
indicial interpretation
D.
parliamentary statutes
Ans:
opinion of jurists
Explanation :
Any articles can be amended under Article 368 which means the amendment challenged on the grounds of fact. The Supreme Court recognized interpretation is the basic structure of constitution.
[20] The Constitution of India contains –
A.
340 Articles
B.
395 Articles
C.
400 Articles
D.
404 Articles
Ans:
395 Articles
Explanation :
Although the last article of the Constitution is Article 395, the total number, as of March 2012 is 448. New articles added through amendments have been inserted in the relevant location in the original constitution. In order not to disturb the original numbering, the new articles are inserted with alphanumberic enume-rations. For example, Article 21A pertaining to Right to Education was inserted by the 86th Amendment Act.
[21] Which of the following exercised the most profound influence in framing the Indian Constitution?
A.
British Constitution
B.
US Constitution
C.
Irish Constitution
D.
The Government of India Act, 1935
Ans:
The Government of India Act, 1935
Explanation :
The most profound influence was exercised by the Government of India Act of 1935. Such features as the federal scheme, office of governor, power of federal judiciary, emergency powers etc were drawn from this Act. The British practice influenced the lawmaking procedures, rule of law, system of single citizenship, besides, of course, the model of a parliamentary government. The US Constitution inspired details on the independence of judiciary, judicial review, fundamental rights, and the removal of Supreme Court and High Court judges. The Irish Constitution was the source of the Directive Principles, method of Presidential elections, and the nomination of members of Rajya Sabha by the President.
[22] Which was described by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar as the 'heart and soul' of the Constitution?
A.
Right to Equality
B.
Right against Exploitation
C.
Right to Constitutional Remedies
D.
Right to Freedom of Religion
Ans:
Right to Constitutional Remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B R Arnbedkar, the chairman of the Drafting committee, called the fundamental right to constitutional remedies as the heart and soul of the Indian constitution. Right to constitutional remedies empowers the citizens to move a court of law in case of any denial of the fundamental rights. The courts can issue various kinds of writs. These writs are habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto and certiorari.
[23] The factors which are most important in determining the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are -
A.
Population, affluence per person, land available per person
B.
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
C.
Atmospheric conditions, population and forest cover
D.
Population, forest cover and land available per person
Ans:
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
Explanation :
The most important factors which determine the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are: Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources.
[24] The session of the parliament is summoned by -
A.
The President
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
D.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha and the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
The President has the power to summon and prorogue either House of Parliament or to dissolve Lok Sabha.
[25] The Constitution _.
A.
is silent on the President's reelection to the office.
B.
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
C.
restricts a person to remain President for only two terms.
D.
has been amended to allow a person only one term as President.
Ans:
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
Explanation :
According to Article 57 of the Constitution, a President is eligible for re-election to that office.The President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.
Explanation :
Indianisation of the superior Civil Services became one of the major demands of the political movement compelling the British Indian Government to consider setting up of a Public Service Commission for recruitment to its services in the territory. The first Public Service Commission was set up on October 1, 1926. However, its limited advisory functions failed to satisfy the people's aspirations and the continued stress on this aspect by the leaders of our freedom movement resulted in the setting up of the Federal Public Service Commission under the Government of India Act 1935. Under this Act, for the first time, provision was also made for the formation of Public Service Commissions at the provincial level. With the promulgation of the new Constitution for independent India on 26th January, 1950, the Federal Public Service Commission was accorded a constitutional status as an autonomous entity and given the title - Union Public Service Commission. Note : Recently, President Pranab Multherjee appointed Professor David R. Syiemlieh as the Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
[6] Which of the following committees recommended that the elections to Panchayati Raj bodies should be held on party lines?
A.
Balwant Rai Mehta committee
B.
Ashok committee
C.
Dhar Committee
D.
VKRV Rao committee
Ans:
Ashok committee
Explanation :
According to Ashok Mehta Committee, there should be an official participation of political parties at all levels of Panchayat elections. Dhar committee demanded for different region mainly south India for reorganization of states on linguistic basis in 1948. VKRV Rao was member of several committees live Bombay economic industrial survey committee, National income committee, UN Sub-committee on experts on levels of living etc.
[7] President of India can be removed from his office by –
A.
Prime Minister of India
B.
Chief Justice of India
C.
Parliament
D.
Lok Sabha
Ans:
Parliament
Explanation :
According to Article 61 of Indian constitution, the President may also be removed before the expiry of the term through impeachment for violating the Constitution of India. The process may start in either of the two houses of the Parliament. The house initiates the process by levelling the charges against the President.
[8] Who has the right to decide whether a Bill is a money bill or not?
A.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
B.
Prime Minister
C.
President
D.
Finance Minister
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
Article 110 (3) lays down that "if any question arises whether a Bill is a Money Bill or not, the decision of the Speaker of the House of the People thereon shall be final". This means that once the Speaker has certified a Bill as a Money Bill, its nature cannot be questioned in a court of law, in the Houses of Parliament, or even by the President.
[9] The term of office of the Vice-President of India is –
A.
4 years
B.
5 years
C.
2 years
D.
6 years
Ans:
5 years
Explanation :
The Vice-President holds office for five years. He can be re-elected any number of times. However, the office may be terminated earlier by death, resignation or removal. The Constitution does not provide a mechanism of succession to the office of Vice-President in the event of an extraordinary vacancy, apart from re-election.
[10] The maximum strength of Rajya Sabha is –
A.
220
B.
200
C.
250
D.
240
Ans:
250
Explanation :
Article 80 of the Constitution lays down the maximum strength of Rajya Sabha as 250, out of which 12 members are nominated by the President and 238 are representatives of the States and of the two Union Territories. Note: The Rajya Sabha or Council of States is the upper house of the Parliament of India. Membership of Rajya Sabha is limited by the Constitution to a maximum of 250 members, and current laws have provision for 245 members. Maximum of 12 members can be nominated by president of India.
[11] The Ministers in the Union Government hold office during the pleasure of the –
A.
Lok Sabha
B.
President
C.
Parliament
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
President
Explanation :
The President appoints the Prime Minister and the other members of the President. Council of Ministers, distributing portfolios to them on the advice of the Prime Minister. The Council of Ministers remains in power during the 'pleasure' of the
[12] Who decides whether a bill is a Money Bill or not?
A.
President
B.
Prime Minister
C.
Finance Minister
D.
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
If any question arises whether a Bill is a Money Bill or not, the decision of Speaker thereon is final. The Speaker is under no obligation to consult any one in coming to a decision or in giving his certificate that a Bill is a Money Bill.
[13] The Parliament can legislate on subjects given in the Union List only in consultation with the State Government for the State of –
A.
Assam
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Jammu & Kashmir
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution grants special autonomous status to Jammu and Kashmir. As per Article 370 of the Constitution of India, notwithstanding anything in. this Constitution: the power of Parliament to make laws for the said State shall be limited to those matters in the Union List and the Concurrent List which, in consultation with the Government of the State, are declared by the President to correspond to matters specified in the Instrument of Accession governing the accession of the State to the Dominion of India as the matters with respect to which the Dominion Legislature may make laws for that. State; and such other matters in the said Lists, as, with the concurrence of the Government of the Stale, the President may by order specify. This article specifies that except for Defence, Foreign Affairs, Finance and Communications, (matters specified in the instrument of accession) the Indian Parliament needs the State Government's concurrence for applying all other laws. Thus the state's residents lived under a separate set of laws, including those related to citizenship, ownership of property, and fundamental rights, as compared to other Indians.
[14] Who is the constitutional head of the Government of India?
A.
President
B.
Prime Minister
C.
Chief Justice of India
D.
Attorney General
Ans:
President
Explanation :
The President of India is the head of state of the Republic of India, the largest democracy in the world. The President is the formal head of the executive, legislature and judiciary of India and is the commander-in-chief of the Indian Armed Forces.
[15] The Indian Constitution provides for the appointment of Adhoc judges in:
A.
Supreme Court
B.
High Court
C.
District and Session Court
D.
All of these
Ans:
Supreme Court
Explanation :
The Indian Constitution provides for the appointment of Ad hoc judge in Supreme Court. A Judge of a High Court duly qualified for appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court to be designated by the Chief Justice of India.
[16] Which of the following “writs” of the High Court or the Supreme Court is sought to produce in the court a person, suspected to be missing/in custody?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Habeas Corpus
D.
Certiorari
Ans:
Habeas Corpus
Explanation :
Habeas corpus means "you must present the person in court". It is a writ (legal action) which requires a person under arrest to be brought before a judge or into court. This ensures that a prisoner can be released from unlawful detention, in other words, detention lacking sufficient cause or evidence. The remedy can be sought by the prisoner or by another person coming to the prisoner's aid. The legal right to apply for a habeas corpus is also called by the same name.
[17] From which of the following country Indian Constitution borrowed the feature ‘The written Constitution'?
A.
USSR
B.
UK
C.
U.S.
D.
Japan
Ans:
U.S.
Explanation :
The framers of Indian Constitution adopted the feature of 'written constitution' from USA. The Indian Constitution is the lengthiest written constitution in the world. The other features borrowed from the US Constitution include: an executive head of state known as President; provision of fundamental rights; independence of the judiciary; etc.
[18] The phrase equality before law used in Article 14 of Indian Constitution has been borrowed from the Constitution of -
A.
Britain
B.
USA
C.
France
D.
Canada
Ans:
Britain
Explanation :
The phrase equality before law of Indian Constitution has been borrowed from Britain. The term Republic and the idea of liberty, equality and fraternity in the preamble was borrowed from constitution of France.
[19] The source of the basic structure theory of the Constitution of India is -
A.
the Constitution
B.
opinion of jurists
C.
indicial interpretation
D.
parliamentary statutes
Ans:
opinion of jurists
Explanation :
Any articles can be amended under Article 368 which means the amendment challenged on the grounds of fact. The Supreme Court recognized interpretation is the basic structure of constitution.
[20] The Constitution of India contains –
A.
340 Articles
B.
395 Articles
C.
400 Articles
D.
404 Articles
Ans:
395 Articles
Explanation :
Although the last article of the Constitution is Article 395, the total number, as of March 2012 is 448. New articles added through amendments have been inserted in the relevant location in the original constitution. In order not to disturb the original numbering, the new articles are inserted with alphanumberic enume-rations. For example, Article 21A pertaining to Right to Education was inserted by the 86th Amendment Act.
[21] Which of the following exercised the most profound influence in framing the Indian Constitution?
A.
British Constitution
B.
US Constitution
C.
Irish Constitution
D.
The Government of India Act, 1935
Ans:
The Government of India Act, 1935
Explanation :
The most profound influence was exercised by the Government of India Act of 1935. Such features as the federal scheme, office of governor, power of federal judiciary, emergency powers etc were drawn from this Act. The British practice influenced the lawmaking procedures, rule of law, system of single citizenship, besides, of course, the model of a parliamentary government. The US Constitution inspired details on the independence of judiciary, judicial review, fundamental rights, and the removal of Supreme Court and High Court judges. The Irish Constitution was the source of the Directive Principles, method of Presidential elections, and the nomination of members of Rajya Sabha by the President.
[22] Which was described by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar as the 'heart and soul' of the Constitution?
A.
Right to Equality
B.
Right against Exploitation
C.
Right to Constitutional Remedies
D.
Right to Freedom of Religion
Ans:
Right to Constitutional Remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B R Arnbedkar, the chairman of the Drafting committee, called the fundamental right to constitutional remedies as the heart and soul of the Indian constitution. Right to constitutional remedies empowers the citizens to move a court of law in case of any denial of the fundamental rights. The courts can issue various kinds of writs. These writs are habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto and certiorari.
[23] The factors which are most important in determining the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are -
A.
Population, affluence per person, land available per person
B.
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
C.
Atmospheric conditions, population and forest cover
D.
Population, forest cover and land available per person
Ans:
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
Explanation :
The most important factors which determine the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are: Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources.
[24] The session of the parliament is summoned by -
A.
The President
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
D.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha and the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
The President has the power to summon and prorogue either House of Parliament or to dissolve Lok Sabha.
[25] The Constitution _.
A.
is silent on the President's reelection to the office.
B.
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
C.
restricts a person to remain President for only two terms.
D.
has been amended to allow a person only one term as President.
Ans:
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
Explanation :
According to Article 57 of the Constitution, a President is eligible for re-election to that office.The President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.
Explanation :
According to Article 61 of Indian constitution, the President may also be removed before the expiry of the term through impeachment for violating the Constitution of India. The process may start in either of the two houses of the Parliament. The house initiates the process by levelling the charges against the President.
[8] Who has the right to decide whether a Bill is a money bill or not?
A.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
B.
Prime Minister
C.
President
D.
Finance Minister
Ans:
Speaker of Lok Sabha
Explanation :
Article 110 (3) lays down that "if any question arises whether a Bill is a Money Bill or not, the decision of the Speaker of the House of the People thereon shall be final". This means that once the Speaker has certified a Bill as a Money Bill, its nature cannot be questioned in a court of law, in the Houses of Parliament, or even by the President.
[9] The term of office of the Vice-President of India is –
A.
4 years
B.
5 years
C.
2 years
D.
6 years
Ans:
5 years
Explanation :
The Vice-President holds office for five years. He can be re-elected any number of times. However, the office may be terminated earlier by death, resignation or removal. The Constitution does not provide a mechanism of succession to the office of Vice-President in the event of an extraordinary vacancy, apart from re-election.
[10] The maximum strength of Rajya Sabha is –
A.
220
B.
200
C.
250
D.
240
Ans:
250
Explanation :
Article 80 of the Constitution lays down the maximum strength of Rajya Sabha as 250, out of which 12 members are nominated by the President and 238 are representatives of the States and of the two Union Territories. Note: The Rajya Sabha or Council of States is the upper house of the Parliament of India. Membership of Rajya Sabha is limited by the Constitution to a maximum of 250 members, and current laws have provision for 245 members. Maximum of 12 members can be nominated by president of India.
[11] The Ministers in the Union Government hold office during the pleasure of the –
A.
Lok Sabha
B.
President
C.
Parliament
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
President
Explanation :
The President appoints the Prime Minister and the other members of the President. Council of Ministers, distributing portfolios to them on the advice of the Prime Minister. The Council of Ministers remains in power during the 'pleasure' of the
[12] Who decides whether a bill is a Money Bill or not?
A.
President
B.
Prime Minister
C.
Finance Minister
D.
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
If any question arises whether a Bill is a Money Bill or not, the decision of Speaker thereon is final. The Speaker is under no obligation to consult any one in coming to a decision or in giving his certificate that a Bill is a Money Bill.
[13] The Parliament can legislate on subjects given in the Union List only in consultation with the State Government for the State of –
A.
Assam
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Jammu & Kashmir
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution grants special autonomous status to Jammu and Kashmir. As per Article 370 of the Constitution of India, notwithstanding anything in. this Constitution: the power of Parliament to make laws for the said State shall be limited to those matters in the Union List and the Concurrent List which, in consultation with the Government of the State, are declared by the President to correspond to matters specified in the Instrument of Accession governing the accession of the State to the Dominion of India as the matters with respect to which the Dominion Legislature may make laws for that. State; and such other matters in the said Lists, as, with the concurrence of the Government of the Stale, the President may by order specify. This article specifies that except for Defence, Foreign Affairs, Finance and Communications, (matters specified in the instrument of accession) the Indian Parliament needs the State Government's concurrence for applying all other laws. Thus the state's residents lived under a separate set of laws, including those related to citizenship, ownership of property, and fundamental rights, as compared to other Indians.
[14] Who is the constitutional head of the Government of India?
A.
President
B.
Prime Minister
C.
Chief Justice of India
D.
Attorney General
Ans:
President
Explanation :
The President of India is the head of state of the Republic of India, the largest democracy in the world. The President is the formal head of the executive, legislature and judiciary of India and is the commander-in-chief of the Indian Armed Forces.
[15] The Indian Constitution provides for the appointment of Adhoc judges in:
A.
Supreme Court
B.
High Court
C.
District and Session Court
D.
All of these
Ans:
Supreme Court
Explanation :
The Indian Constitution provides for the appointment of Ad hoc judge in Supreme Court. A Judge of a High Court duly qualified for appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court to be designated by the Chief Justice of India.
[16] Which of the following “writs” of the High Court or the Supreme Court is sought to produce in the court a person, suspected to be missing/in custody?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Habeas Corpus
D.
Certiorari
Ans:
Habeas Corpus
Explanation :
Habeas corpus means "you must present the person in court". It is a writ (legal action) which requires a person under arrest to be brought before a judge or into court. This ensures that a prisoner can be released from unlawful detention, in other words, detention lacking sufficient cause or evidence. The remedy can be sought by the prisoner or by another person coming to the prisoner's aid. The legal right to apply for a habeas corpus is also called by the same name.
[17] From which of the following country Indian Constitution borrowed the feature ‘The written Constitution'?
A.
USSR
B.
UK
C.
U.S.
D.
Japan
Ans:
U.S.
Explanation :
The framers of Indian Constitution adopted the feature of 'written constitution' from USA. The Indian Constitution is the lengthiest written constitution in the world. The other features borrowed from the US Constitution include: an executive head of state known as President; provision of fundamental rights; independence of the judiciary; etc.
[18] The phrase equality before law used in Article 14 of Indian Constitution has been borrowed from the Constitution of -
A.
Britain
B.
USA
C.
France
D.
Canada
Ans:
Britain
Explanation :
The phrase equality before law of Indian Constitution has been borrowed from Britain. The term Republic and the idea of liberty, equality and fraternity in the preamble was borrowed from constitution of France.
[19] The source of the basic structure theory of the Constitution of India is -
A.
the Constitution
B.
opinion of jurists
C.
indicial interpretation
D.
parliamentary statutes
Ans:
opinion of jurists
Explanation :
Any articles can be amended under Article 368 which means the amendment challenged on the grounds of fact. The Supreme Court recognized interpretation is the basic structure of constitution.
[20] The Constitution of India contains –
A.
340 Articles
B.
395 Articles
C.
400 Articles
D.
404 Articles
Ans:
395 Articles
Explanation :
Although the last article of the Constitution is Article 395, the total number, as of March 2012 is 448. New articles added through amendments have been inserted in the relevant location in the original constitution. In order not to disturb the original numbering, the new articles are inserted with alphanumberic enume-rations. For example, Article 21A pertaining to Right to Education was inserted by the 86th Amendment Act.
[21] Which of the following exercised the most profound influence in framing the Indian Constitution?
A.
British Constitution
B.
US Constitution
C.
Irish Constitution
D.
The Government of India Act, 1935
Ans:
The Government of India Act, 1935
Explanation :
The most profound influence was exercised by the Government of India Act of 1935. Such features as the federal scheme, office of governor, power of federal judiciary, emergency powers etc were drawn from this Act. The British practice influenced the lawmaking procedures, rule of law, system of single citizenship, besides, of course, the model of a parliamentary government. The US Constitution inspired details on the independence of judiciary, judicial review, fundamental rights, and the removal of Supreme Court and High Court judges. The Irish Constitution was the source of the Directive Principles, method of Presidential elections, and the nomination of members of Rajya Sabha by the President.
[22] Which was described by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar as the 'heart and soul' of the Constitution?
A.
Right to Equality
B.
Right against Exploitation
C.
Right to Constitutional Remedies
D.
Right to Freedom of Religion
Ans:
Right to Constitutional Remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B R Arnbedkar, the chairman of the Drafting committee, called the fundamental right to constitutional remedies as the heart and soul of the Indian constitution. Right to constitutional remedies empowers the citizens to move a court of law in case of any denial of the fundamental rights. The courts can issue various kinds of writs. These writs are habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto and certiorari.
[23] The factors which are most important in determining the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are -
A.
Population, affluence per person, land available per person
B.
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
C.
Atmospheric conditions, population and forest cover
D.
Population, forest cover and land available per person
Ans:
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
Explanation :
The most important factors which determine the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are: Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources.
[24] The session of the parliament is summoned by -
A.
The President
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
D.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha and the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
The President has the power to summon and prorogue either House of Parliament or to dissolve Lok Sabha.
[25] The Constitution _.
A.
is silent on the President's reelection to the office.
B.
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
C.
restricts a person to remain President for only two terms.
D.
has been amended to allow a person only one term as President.
Ans:
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
Explanation :
According to Article 57 of the Constitution, a President is eligible for re-election to that office.The President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.
Explanation :
The Vice-President holds office for five years. He can be re-elected any number of times. However, the office may be terminated earlier by death, resignation or removal. The Constitution does not provide a mechanism of succession to the office of Vice-President in the event of an extraordinary vacancy, apart from re-election.
[10] The maximum strength of Rajya Sabha is –
A.
220
B.
200
C.
250
D.
240
Ans:
250
Explanation :
Article 80 of the Constitution lays down the maximum strength of Rajya Sabha as 250, out of which 12 members are nominated by the President and 238 are representatives of the States and of the two Union Territories. Note: The Rajya Sabha or Council of States is the upper house of the Parliament of India. Membership of Rajya Sabha is limited by the Constitution to a maximum of 250 members, and current laws have provision for 245 members. Maximum of 12 members can be nominated by president of India.
[11] The Ministers in the Union Government hold office during the pleasure of the –
A.
Lok Sabha
B.
President
C.
Parliament
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
President
Explanation :
The President appoints the Prime Minister and the other members of the President. Council of Ministers, distributing portfolios to them on the advice of the Prime Minister. The Council of Ministers remains in power during the 'pleasure' of the
[12] Who decides whether a bill is a Money Bill or not?
A.
President
B.
Prime Minister
C.
Finance Minister
D.
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
If any question arises whether a Bill is a Money Bill or not, the decision of Speaker thereon is final. The Speaker is under no obligation to consult any one in coming to a decision or in giving his certificate that a Bill is a Money Bill.
[13] The Parliament can legislate on subjects given in the Union List only in consultation with the State Government for the State of –
A.
Assam
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Jammu & Kashmir
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution grants special autonomous status to Jammu and Kashmir. As per Article 370 of the Constitution of India, notwithstanding anything in. this Constitution: the power of Parliament to make laws for the said State shall be limited to those matters in the Union List and the Concurrent List which, in consultation with the Government of the State, are declared by the President to correspond to matters specified in the Instrument of Accession governing the accession of the State to the Dominion of India as the matters with respect to which the Dominion Legislature may make laws for that. State; and such other matters in the said Lists, as, with the concurrence of the Government of the Stale, the President may by order specify. This article specifies that except for Defence, Foreign Affairs, Finance and Communications, (matters specified in the instrument of accession) the Indian Parliament needs the State Government's concurrence for applying all other laws. Thus the state's residents lived under a separate set of laws, including those related to citizenship, ownership of property, and fundamental rights, as compared to other Indians.
[14] Who is the constitutional head of the Government of India?
A.
President
B.
Prime Minister
C.
Chief Justice of India
D.
Attorney General
Ans:
President
Explanation :
The President of India is the head of state of the Republic of India, the largest democracy in the world. The President is the formal head of the executive, legislature and judiciary of India and is the commander-in-chief of the Indian Armed Forces.
[15] The Indian Constitution provides for the appointment of Adhoc judges in:
A.
Supreme Court
B.
High Court
C.
District and Session Court
D.
All of these
Ans:
Supreme Court
Explanation :
The Indian Constitution provides for the appointment of Ad hoc judge in Supreme Court. A Judge of a High Court duly qualified for appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court to be designated by the Chief Justice of India.
[16] Which of the following “writs” of the High Court or the Supreme Court is sought to produce in the court a person, suspected to be missing/in custody?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Habeas Corpus
D.
Certiorari
Ans:
Habeas Corpus
Explanation :
Habeas corpus means "you must present the person in court". It is a writ (legal action) which requires a person under arrest to be brought before a judge or into court. This ensures that a prisoner can be released from unlawful detention, in other words, detention lacking sufficient cause or evidence. The remedy can be sought by the prisoner or by another person coming to the prisoner's aid. The legal right to apply for a habeas corpus is also called by the same name.
[17] From which of the following country Indian Constitution borrowed the feature ‘The written Constitution'?
A.
USSR
B.
UK
C.
U.S.
D.
Japan
Ans:
U.S.
Explanation :
The framers of Indian Constitution adopted the feature of 'written constitution' from USA. The Indian Constitution is the lengthiest written constitution in the world. The other features borrowed from the US Constitution include: an executive head of state known as President; provision of fundamental rights; independence of the judiciary; etc.
[18] The phrase equality before law used in Article 14 of Indian Constitution has been borrowed from the Constitution of -
A.
Britain
B.
USA
C.
France
D.
Canada
Ans:
Britain
Explanation :
The phrase equality before law of Indian Constitution has been borrowed from Britain. The term Republic and the idea of liberty, equality and fraternity in the preamble was borrowed from constitution of France.
[19] The source of the basic structure theory of the Constitution of India is -
A.
the Constitution
B.
opinion of jurists
C.
indicial interpretation
D.
parliamentary statutes
Ans:
opinion of jurists
Explanation :
Any articles can be amended under Article 368 which means the amendment challenged on the grounds of fact. The Supreme Court recognized interpretation is the basic structure of constitution.
[20] The Constitution of India contains –
A.
340 Articles
B.
395 Articles
C.
400 Articles
D.
404 Articles
Ans:
395 Articles
Explanation :
Although the last article of the Constitution is Article 395, the total number, as of March 2012 is 448. New articles added through amendments have been inserted in the relevant location in the original constitution. In order not to disturb the original numbering, the new articles are inserted with alphanumberic enume-rations. For example, Article 21A pertaining to Right to Education was inserted by the 86th Amendment Act.
[21] Which of the following exercised the most profound influence in framing the Indian Constitution?
A.
British Constitution
B.
US Constitution
C.
Irish Constitution
D.
The Government of India Act, 1935
Ans:
The Government of India Act, 1935
Explanation :
The most profound influence was exercised by the Government of India Act of 1935. Such features as the federal scheme, office of governor, power of federal judiciary, emergency powers etc were drawn from this Act. The British practice influenced the lawmaking procedures, rule of law, system of single citizenship, besides, of course, the model of a parliamentary government. The US Constitution inspired details on the independence of judiciary, judicial review, fundamental rights, and the removal of Supreme Court and High Court judges. The Irish Constitution was the source of the Directive Principles, method of Presidential elections, and the nomination of members of Rajya Sabha by the President.
[22] Which was described by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar as the 'heart and soul' of the Constitution?
A.
Right to Equality
B.
Right against Exploitation
C.
Right to Constitutional Remedies
D.
Right to Freedom of Religion
Ans:
Right to Constitutional Remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B R Arnbedkar, the chairman of the Drafting committee, called the fundamental right to constitutional remedies as the heart and soul of the Indian constitution. Right to constitutional remedies empowers the citizens to move a court of law in case of any denial of the fundamental rights. The courts can issue various kinds of writs. These writs are habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto and certiorari.
[23] The factors which are most important in determining the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are -
A.
Population, affluence per person, land available per person
B.
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
C.
Atmospheric conditions, population and forest cover
D.
Population, forest cover and land available per person
Ans:
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
Explanation :
The most important factors which determine the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are: Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources.
[24] The session of the parliament is summoned by -
A.
The President
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
D.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha and the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
The President has the power to summon and prorogue either House of Parliament or to dissolve Lok Sabha.
[25] The Constitution _.
A.
is silent on the President's reelection to the office.
B.
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
C.
restricts a person to remain President for only two terms.
D.
has been amended to allow a person only one term as President.
Ans:
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
Explanation :
According to Article 57 of the Constitution, a President is eligible for re-election to that office.The President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.
Explanation :
The President appoints the Prime Minister and the other members of the President. Council of Ministers, distributing portfolios to them on the advice of the Prime Minister. The Council of Ministers remains in power during the 'pleasure' of the
[12] Who decides whether a bill is a Money Bill or not?
A.
President
B.
Prime Minister
C.
Finance Minister
D.
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Ans:
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Explanation :
If any question arises whether a Bill is a Money Bill or not, the decision of Speaker thereon is final. The Speaker is under no obligation to consult any one in coming to a decision or in giving his certificate that a Bill is a Money Bill.
[13] The Parliament can legislate on subjects given in the Union List only in consultation with the State Government for the State of –
A.
Assam
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Jammu & Kashmir
D.
Kerala
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution grants special autonomous status to Jammu and Kashmir. As per Article 370 of the Constitution of India, notwithstanding anything in. this Constitution: the power of Parliament to make laws for the said State shall be limited to those matters in the Union List and the Concurrent List which, in consultation with the Government of the State, are declared by the President to correspond to matters specified in the Instrument of Accession governing the accession of the State to the Dominion of India as the matters with respect to which the Dominion Legislature may make laws for that. State; and such other matters in the said Lists, as, with the concurrence of the Government of the Stale, the President may by order specify. This article specifies that except for Defence, Foreign Affairs, Finance and Communications, (matters specified in the instrument of accession) the Indian Parliament needs the State Government's concurrence for applying all other laws. Thus the state's residents lived under a separate set of laws, including those related to citizenship, ownership of property, and fundamental rights, as compared to other Indians.
[14] Who is the constitutional head of the Government of India?
A.
President
B.
Prime Minister
C.
Chief Justice of India
D.
Attorney General
Ans:
President
Explanation :
The President of India is the head of state of the Republic of India, the largest democracy in the world. The President is the formal head of the executive, legislature and judiciary of India and is the commander-in-chief of the Indian Armed Forces.
[15] The Indian Constitution provides for the appointment of Adhoc judges in:
A.
Supreme Court
B.
High Court
C.
District and Session Court
D.
All of these
Ans:
Supreme Court
Explanation :
The Indian Constitution provides for the appointment of Ad hoc judge in Supreme Court. A Judge of a High Court duly qualified for appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court to be designated by the Chief Justice of India.
[16] Which of the following “writs” of the High Court or the Supreme Court is sought to produce in the court a person, suspected to be missing/in custody?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Habeas Corpus
D.
Certiorari
Ans:
Habeas Corpus
Explanation :
Habeas corpus means "you must present the person in court". It is a writ (legal action) which requires a person under arrest to be brought before a judge or into court. This ensures that a prisoner can be released from unlawful detention, in other words, detention lacking sufficient cause or evidence. The remedy can be sought by the prisoner or by another person coming to the prisoner's aid. The legal right to apply for a habeas corpus is also called by the same name.
[17] From which of the following country Indian Constitution borrowed the feature ‘The written Constitution'?
A.
USSR
B.
UK
C.
U.S.
D.
Japan
Ans:
U.S.
Explanation :
The framers of Indian Constitution adopted the feature of 'written constitution' from USA. The Indian Constitution is the lengthiest written constitution in the world. The other features borrowed from the US Constitution include: an executive head of state known as President; provision of fundamental rights; independence of the judiciary; etc.
[18] The phrase equality before law used in Article 14 of Indian Constitution has been borrowed from the Constitution of -
A.
Britain
B.
USA
C.
France
D.
Canada
Ans:
Britain
Explanation :
The phrase equality before law of Indian Constitution has been borrowed from Britain. The term Republic and the idea of liberty, equality and fraternity in the preamble was borrowed from constitution of France.
[19] The source of the basic structure theory of the Constitution of India is -
A.
the Constitution
B.
opinion of jurists
C.
indicial interpretation
D.
parliamentary statutes
Ans:
opinion of jurists
Explanation :
Any articles can be amended under Article 368 which means the amendment challenged on the grounds of fact. The Supreme Court recognized interpretation is the basic structure of constitution.
[20] The Constitution of India contains –
A.
340 Articles
B.
395 Articles
C.
400 Articles
D.
404 Articles
Ans:
395 Articles
Explanation :
Although the last article of the Constitution is Article 395, the total number, as of March 2012 is 448. New articles added through amendments have been inserted in the relevant location in the original constitution. In order not to disturb the original numbering, the new articles are inserted with alphanumberic enume-rations. For example, Article 21A pertaining to Right to Education was inserted by the 86th Amendment Act.
[21] Which of the following exercised the most profound influence in framing the Indian Constitution?
A.
British Constitution
B.
US Constitution
C.
Irish Constitution
D.
The Government of India Act, 1935
Ans:
The Government of India Act, 1935
Explanation :
The most profound influence was exercised by the Government of India Act of 1935. Such features as the federal scheme, office of governor, power of federal judiciary, emergency powers etc were drawn from this Act. The British practice influenced the lawmaking procedures, rule of law, system of single citizenship, besides, of course, the model of a parliamentary government. The US Constitution inspired details on the independence of judiciary, judicial review, fundamental rights, and the removal of Supreme Court and High Court judges. The Irish Constitution was the source of the Directive Principles, method of Presidential elections, and the nomination of members of Rajya Sabha by the President.
[22] Which was described by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar as the 'heart and soul' of the Constitution?
A.
Right to Equality
B.
Right against Exploitation
C.
Right to Constitutional Remedies
D.
Right to Freedom of Religion
Ans:
Right to Constitutional Remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B R Arnbedkar, the chairman of the Drafting committee, called the fundamental right to constitutional remedies as the heart and soul of the Indian constitution. Right to constitutional remedies empowers the citizens to move a court of law in case of any denial of the fundamental rights. The courts can issue various kinds of writs. These writs are habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto and certiorari.
[23] The factors which are most important in determining the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are -
A.
Population, affluence per person, land available per person
B.
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
C.
Atmospheric conditions, population and forest cover
D.
Population, forest cover and land available per person
Ans:
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
Explanation :
The most important factors which determine the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are: Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources.
[24] The session of the parliament is summoned by -
A.
The President
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
D.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha and the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
The President has the power to summon and prorogue either House of Parliament or to dissolve Lok Sabha.
[25] The Constitution _.
A.
is silent on the President's reelection to the office.
B.
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
C.
restricts a person to remain President for only two terms.
D.
has been amended to allow a person only one term as President.
Ans:
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
Explanation :
According to Article 57 of the Constitution, a President is eligible for re-election to that office.The President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution grants special autonomous status to Jammu and Kashmir. As per Article 370 of the Constitution of India, notwithstanding anything in. this Constitution: the power of Parliament to make laws for the said State shall be limited to those matters in the Union List and the Concurrent List which, in consultation with the Government of the State, are declared by the President to correspond to matters specified in the Instrument of Accession governing the accession of the State to the Dominion of India as the matters with respect to which the Dominion Legislature may make laws for that. State; and such other matters in the said Lists, as, with the concurrence of the Government of the Stale, the President may by order specify. This article specifies that except for Defence, Foreign Affairs, Finance and Communications, (matters specified in the instrument of accession) the Indian Parliament needs the State Government's concurrence for applying all other laws. Thus the state's residents lived under a separate set of laws, including those related to citizenship, ownership of property, and fundamental rights, as compared to other Indians.
[14] Who is the constitutional head of the Government of India?
A.
President
B.
Prime Minister
C.
Chief Justice of India
D.
Attorney General
Ans:
President
Explanation :
The President of India is the head of state of the Republic of India, the largest democracy in the world. The President is the formal head of the executive, legislature and judiciary of India and is the commander-in-chief of the Indian Armed Forces.
[15] The Indian Constitution provides for the appointment of Adhoc judges in:
A.
Supreme Court
B.
High Court
C.
District and Session Court
D.
All of these
Ans:
Supreme Court
Explanation :
The Indian Constitution provides for the appointment of Ad hoc judge in Supreme Court. A Judge of a High Court duly qualified for appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court to be designated by the Chief Justice of India.
[16] Which of the following “writs” of the High Court or the Supreme Court is sought to produce in the court a person, suspected to be missing/in custody?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Habeas Corpus
D.
Certiorari
Ans:
Habeas Corpus
Explanation :
Habeas corpus means "you must present the person in court". It is a writ (legal action) which requires a person under arrest to be brought before a judge or into court. This ensures that a prisoner can be released from unlawful detention, in other words, detention lacking sufficient cause or evidence. The remedy can be sought by the prisoner or by another person coming to the prisoner's aid. The legal right to apply for a habeas corpus is also called by the same name.
[17] From which of the following country Indian Constitution borrowed the feature ‘The written Constitution'?
A.
USSR
B.
UK
C.
U.S.
D.
Japan
Ans:
U.S.
Explanation :
The framers of Indian Constitution adopted the feature of 'written constitution' from USA. The Indian Constitution is the lengthiest written constitution in the world. The other features borrowed from the US Constitution include: an executive head of state known as President; provision of fundamental rights; independence of the judiciary; etc.
[18] The phrase equality before law used in Article 14 of Indian Constitution has been borrowed from the Constitution of -
A.
Britain
B.
USA
C.
France
D.
Canada
Ans:
Britain
Explanation :
The phrase equality before law of Indian Constitution has been borrowed from Britain. The term Republic and the idea of liberty, equality and fraternity in the preamble was borrowed from constitution of France.
[19] The source of the basic structure theory of the Constitution of India is -
A.
the Constitution
B.
opinion of jurists
C.
indicial interpretation
D.
parliamentary statutes
Ans:
opinion of jurists
Explanation :
Any articles can be amended under Article 368 which means the amendment challenged on the grounds of fact. The Supreme Court recognized interpretation is the basic structure of constitution.
[20] The Constitution of India contains –
A.
340 Articles
B.
395 Articles
C.
400 Articles
D.
404 Articles
Ans:
395 Articles
Explanation :
Although the last article of the Constitution is Article 395, the total number, as of March 2012 is 448. New articles added through amendments have been inserted in the relevant location in the original constitution. In order not to disturb the original numbering, the new articles are inserted with alphanumberic enume-rations. For example, Article 21A pertaining to Right to Education was inserted by the 86th Amendment Act.
[21] Which of the following exercised the most profound influence in framing the Indian Constitution?
A.
British Constitution
B.
US Constitution
C.
Irish Constitution
D.
The Government of India Act, 1935
Ans:
The Government of India Act, 1935
Explanation :
The most profound influence was exercised by the Government of India Act of 1935. Such features as the federal scheme, office of governor, power of federal judiciary, emergency powers etc were drawn from this Act. The British practice influenced the lawmaking procedures, rule of law, system of single citizenship, besides, of course, the model of a parliamentary government. The US Constitution inspired details on the independence of judiciary, judicial review, fundamental rights, and the removal of Supreme Court and High Court judges. The Irish Constitution was the source of the Directive Principles, method of Presidential elections, and the nomination of members of Rajya Sabha by the President.
[22] Which was described by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar as the 'heart and soul' of the Constitution?
A.
Right to Equality
B.
Right against Exploitation
C.
Right to Constitutional Remedies
D.
Right to Freedom of Religion
Ans:
Right to Constitutional Remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B R Arnbedkar, the chairman of the Drafting committee, called the fundamental right to constitutional remedies as the heart and soul of the Indian constitution. Right to constitutional remedies empowers the citizens to move a court of law in case of any denial of the fundamental rights. The courts can issue various kinds of writs. These writs are habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto and certiorari.
[23] The factors which are most important in determining the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are -
A.
Population, affluence per person, land available per person
B.
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
C.
Atmospheric conditions, population and forest cover
D.
Population, forest cover and land available per person
Ans:
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
Explanation :
The most important factors which determine the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are: Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources.
[24] The session of the parliament is summoned by -
A.
The President
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
D.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha and the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
The President has the power to summon and prorogue either House of Parliament or to dissolve Lok Sabha.
[25] The Constitution _.
A.
is silent on the President's reelection to the office.
B.
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
C.
restricts a person to remain President for only two terms.
D.
has been amended to allow a person only one term as President.
Ans:
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
Explanation :
According to Article 57 of the Constitution, a President is eligible for re-election to that office.The President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.
Explanation :
The Indian Constitution provides for the appointment of Ad hoc judge in Supreme Court. A Judge of a High Court duly qualified for appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court to be designated by the Chief Justice of India.
[16] Which of the following “writs” of the High Court or the Supreme Court is sought to produce in the court a person, suspected to be missing/in custody?
A.
Mandamus
B.
Quo Warranto
C.
Habeas Corpus
D.
Certiorari
Ans:
Habeas Corpus
Explanation :
Habeas corpus means "you must present the person in court". It is a writ (legal action) which requires a person under arrest to be brought before a judge or into court. This ensures that a prisoner can be released from unlawful detention, in other words, detention lacking sufficient cause or evidence. The remedy can be sought by the prisoner or by another person coming to the prisoner's aid. The legal right to apply for a habeas corpus is also called by the same name.
[17] From which of the following country Indian Constitution borrowed the feature ‘The written Constitution'?
A.
USSR
B.
UK
C.
U.S.
D.
Japan
Ans:
U.S.
Explanation :
The framers of Indian Constitution adopted the feature of 'written constitution' from USA. The Indian Constitution is the lengthiest written constitution in the world. The other features borrowed from the US Constitution include: an executive head of state known as President; provision of fundamental rights; independence of the judiciary; etc.
[18] The phrase equality before law used in Article 14 of Indian Constitution has been borrowed from the Constitution of -
A.
Britain
B.
USA
C.
France
D.
Canada
Ans:
Britain
Explanation :
The phrase equality before law of Indian Constitution has been borrowed from Britain. The term Republic and the idea of liberty, equality and fraternity in the preamble was borrowed from constitution of France.
[19] The source of the basic structure theory of the Constitution of India is -
A.
the Constitution
B.
opinion of jurists
C.
indicial interpretation
D.
parliamentary statutes
Ans:
opinion of jurists
Explanation :
Any articles can be amended under Article 368 which means the amendment challenged on the grounds of fact. The Supreme Court recognized interpretation is the basic structure of constitution.
[20] The Constitution of India contains –
A.
340 Articles
B.
395 Articles
C.
400 Articles
D.
404 Articles
Ans:
395 Articles
Explanation :
Although the last article of the Constitution is Article 395, the total number, as of March 2012 is 448. New articles added through amendments have been inserted in the relevant location in the original constitution. In order not to disturb the original numbering, the new articles are inserted with alphanumberic enume-rations. For example, Article 21A pertaining to Right to Education was inserted by the 86th Amendment Act.
[21] Which of the following exercised the most profound influence in framing the Indian Constitution?
A.
British Constitution
B.
US Constitution
C.
Irish Constitution
D.
The Government of India Act, 1935
Ans:
The Government of India Act, 1935
Explanation :
The most profound influence was exercised by the Government of India Act of 1935. Such features as the federal scheme, office of governor, power of federal judiciary, emergency powers etc were drawn from this Act. The British practice influenced the lawmaking procedures, rule of law, system of single citizenship, besides, of course, the model of a parliamentary government. The US Constitution inspired details on the independence of judiciary, judicial review, fundamental rights, and the removal of Supreme Court and High Court judges. The Irish Constitution was the source of the Directive Principles, method of Presidential elections, and the nomination of members of Rajya Sabha by the President.
[22] Which was described by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar as the 'heart and soul' of the Constitution?
A.
Right to Equality
B.
Right against Exploitation
C.
Right to Constitutional Remedies
D.
Right to Freedom of Religion
Ans:
Right to Constitutional Remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B R Arnbedkar, the chairman of the Drafting committee, called the fundamental right to constitutional remedies as the heart and soul of the Indian constitution. Right to constitutional remedies empowers the citizens to move a court of law in case of any denial of the fundamental rights. The courts can issue various kinds of writs. These writs are habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto and certiorari.
[23] The factors which are most important in determining the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are -
A.
Population, affluence per person, land available per person
B.
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
C.
Atmospheric conditions, population and forest cover
D.
Population, forest cover and land available per person
Ans:
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
Explanation :
The most important factors which determine the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are: Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources.
[24] The session of the parliament is summoned by -
A.
The President
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
D.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha and the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
The President has the power to summon and prorogue either House of Parliament or to dissolve Lok Sabha.
[25] The Constitution _.
A.
is silent on the President's reelection to the office.
B.
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
C.
restricts a person to remain President for only two terms.
D.
has been amended to allow a person only one term as President.
Ans:
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
Explanation :
According to Article 57 of the Constitution, a President is eligible for re-election to that office.The President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.
Explanation :
The framers of Indian Constitution adopted the feature of 'written constitution' from USA. The Indian Constitution is the lengthiest written constitution in the world. The other features borrowed from the US Constitution include: an executive head of state known as President; provision of fundamental rights; independence of the judiciary; etc.
[18] The phrase equality before law used in Article 14 of Indian Constitution has been borrowed from the Constitution of -
A.
Britain
B.
USA
C.
France
D.
Canada
Ans:
Britain
Explanation :
The phrase equality before law of Indian Constitution has been borrowed from Britain. The term Republic and the idea of liberty, equality and fraternity in the preamble was borrowed from constitution of France.
[19] The source of the basic structure theory of the Constitution of India is -
A.
the Constitution
B.
opinion of jurists
C.
indicial interpretation
D.
parliamentary statutes
Ans:
opinion of jurists
Explanation :
Any articles can be amended under Article 368 which means the amendment challenged on the grounds of fact. The Supreme Court recognized interpretation is the basic structure of constitution.
[20] The Constitution of India contains –
A.
340 Articles
B.
395 Articles
C.
400 Articles
D.
404 Articles
Ans:
395 Articles
Explanation :
Although the last article of the Constitution is Article 395, the total number, as of March 2012 is 448. New articles added through amendments have been inserted in the relevant location in the original constitution. In order not to disturb the original numbering, the new articles are inserted with alphanumberic enume-rations. For example, Article 21A pertaining to Right to Education was inserted by the 86th Amendment Act.
[21] Which of the following exercised the most profound influence in framing the Indian Constitution?
A.
British Constitution
B.
US Constitution
C.
Irish Constitution
D.
The Government of India Act, 1935
Ans:
The Government of India Act, 1935
Explanation :
The most profound influence was exercised by the Government of India Act of 1935. Such features as the federal scheme, office of governor, power of federal judiciary, emergency powers etc were drawn from this Act. The British practice influenced the lawmaking procedures, rule of law, system of single citizenship, besides, of course, the model of a parliamentary government. The US Constitution inspired details on the independence of judiciary, judicial review, fundamental rights, and the removal of Supreme Court and High Court judges. The Irish Constitution was the source of the Directive Principles, method of Presidential elections, and the nomination of members of Rajya Sabha by the President.
[22] Which was described by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar as the 'heart and soul' of the Constitution?
A.
Right to Equality
B.
Right against Exploitation
C.
Right to Constitutional Remedies
D.
Right to Freedom of Religion
Ans:
Right to Constitutional Remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B R Arnbedkar, the chairman of the Drafting committee, called the fundamental right to constitutional remedies as the heart and soul of the Indian constitution. Right to constitutional remedies empowers the citizens to move a court of law in case of any denial of the fundamental rights. The courts can issue various kinds of writs. These writs are habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto and certiorari.
[23] The factors which are most important in determining the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are -
A.
Population, affluence per person, land available per person
B.
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
C.
Atmospheric conditions, population and forest cover
D.
Population, forest cover and land available per person
Ans:
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
Explanation :
The most important factors which determine the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are: Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources.
[24] The session of the parliament is summoned by -
A.
The President
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
D.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha and the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
The President has the power to summon and prorogue either House of Parliament or to dissolve Lok Sabha.
[25] The Constitution _.
A.
is silent on the President's reelection to the office.
B.
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
C.
restricts a person to remain President for only two terms.
D.
has been amended to allow a person only one term as President.
Ans:
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
Explanation :
According to Article 57 of the Constitution, a President is eligible for re-election to that office.The President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.
Explanation :
Any articles can be amended under Article 368 which means the amendment challenged on the grounds of fact. The Supreme Court recognized interpretation is the basic structure of constitution.
[20] The Constitution of India contains –
A.
340 Articles
B.
395 Articles
C.
400 Articles
D.
404 Articles
Ans:
395 Articles
Explanation :
Although the last article of the Constitution is Article 395, the total number, as of March 2012 is 448. New articles added through amendments have been inserted in the relevant location in the original constitution. In order not to disturb the original numbering, the new articles are inserted with alphanumberic enume-rations. For example, Article 21A pertaining to Right to Education was inserted by the 86th Amendment Act.
[21] Which of the following exercised the most profound influence in framing the Indian Constitution?
A.
British Constitution
B.
US Constitution
C.
Irish Constitution
D.
The Government of India Act, 1935
Ans:
The Government of India Act, 1935
Explanation :
The most profound influence was exercised by the Government of India Act of 1935. Such features as the federal scheme, office of governor, power of federal judiciary, emergency powers etc were drawn from this Act. The British practice influenced the lawmaking procedures, rule of law, system of single citizenship, besides, of course, the model of a parliamentary government. The US Constitution inspired details on the independence of judiciary, judicial review, fundamental rights, and the removal of Supreme Court and High Court judges. The Irish Constitution was the source of the Directive Principles, method of Presidential elections, and the nomination of members of Rajya Sabha by the President.
[22] Which was described by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar as the 'heart and soul' of the Constitution?
A.
Right to Equality
B.
Right against Exploitation
C.
Right to Constitutional Remedies
D.
Right to Freedom of Religion
Ans:
Right to Constitutional Remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B R Arnbedkar, the chairman of the Drafting committee, called the fundamental right to constitutional remedies as the heart and soul of the Indian constitution. Right to constitutional remedies empowers the citizens to move a court of law in case of any denial of the fundamental rights. The courts can issue various kinds of writs. These writs are habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto and certiorari.
[23] The factors which are most important in determining the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are -
A.
Population, affluence per person, land available per person
B.
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
C.
Atmospheric conditions, population and forest cover
D.
Population, forest cover and land available per person
Ans:
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
Explanation :
The most important factors which determine the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are: Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources.
[24] The session of the parliament is summoned by -
A.
The President
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
D.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha and the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
The President has the power to summon and prorogue either House of Parliament or to dissolve Lok Sabha.
[25] The Constitution _.
A.
is silent on the President's reelection to the office.
B.
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
C.
restricts a person to remain President for only two terms.
D.
has been amended to allow a person only one term as President.
Ans:
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
Explanation :
According to Article 57 of the Constitution, a President is eligible for re-election to that office.The President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.
Explanation :
The most profound influence was exercised by the Government of India Act of 1935. Such features as the federal scheme, office of governor, power of federal judiciary, emergency powers etc were drawn from this Act. The British practice influenced the lawmaking procedures, rule of law, system of single citizenship, besides, of course, the model of a parliamentary government. The US Constitution inspired details on the independence of judiciary, judicial review, fundamental rights, and the removal of Supreme Court and High Court judges. The Irish Constitution was the source of the Directive Principles, method of Presidential elections, and the nomination of members of Rajya Sabha by the President.
[22] Which was described by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar as the 'heart and soul' of the Constitution?
A.
Right to Equality
B.
Right against Exploitation
C.
Right to Constitutional Remedies
D.
Right to Freedom of Religion
Ans:
Right to Constitutional Remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B R Arnbedkar, the chairman of the Drafting committee, called the fundamental right to constitutional remedies as the heart and soul of the Indian constitution. Right to constitutional remedies empowers the citizens to move a court of law in case of any denial of the fundamental rights. The courts can issue various kinds of writs. These writs are habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto and certiorari.
[23] The factors which are most important in determining the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are -
A.
Population, affluence per person, land available per person
B.
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
C.
Atmospheric conditions, population and forest cover
D.
Population, forest cover and land available per person
Ans:
Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
Explanation :
The most important factors which determine the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are: Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources.
[24] The session of the parliament is summoned by -
A.
The President
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
D.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha and the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
The President has the power to summon and prorogue either House of Parliament or to dissolve Lok Sabha.
[25] The Constitution _.
A.
is silent on the President's reelection to the office.
B.
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
C.
restricts a person to remain President for only two terms.
D.
has been amended to allow a person only one term as President.
Ans:
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
Explanation :
According to Article 57 of the Constitution, a President is eligible for re-election to that office.The President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.
Explanation :
The most important factors which determine the impact of anthropogenic activities on environment are: Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources.
[24] The session of the parliament is summoned by -
A.
The President
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
D.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha and the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
The President has the power to summon and prorogue either House of Parliament or to dissolve Lok Sabha.
[25] The Constitution _.
A.
is silent on the President's reelection to the office.
B.
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
C.
restricts a person to remain President for only two terms.
D.
has been amended to allow a person only one term as President.
Ans:
allows reelection of a person to the President's post
Explanation :
According to Article 57 of the Constitution, a President is eligible for re-election to that office.The President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.
Explanation :
According to Article 57 of the Constitution, a President is eligible for re-election to that office.The President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office.