[1] The Chief Justice of a High Court is appointed by –
A.
The President
B.
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
C.
Governor of the State
D.
Chief Minister of the State
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Judges in a High Court are appointed by the President of India in consultation with the Chief Justice of India and the governor of the state.
[2] With reference to the Constitution of India, which on the following pairs is not matched?
A.
Forests : Concurrent List
B.
Stock Exchanges : Concurrent list
C.
Post office saving Bank : Union List
D.
Public Health : State list
Ans:
Stock Exchanges : Concurrent list
Explanation :
Stock exchange and future markets are listed in the Union list, but not in the concurrent list.
[3] Which one of the following was established with a definite provision under an Article of the Constitution of India?
A.
Union Public Service Commission
B.
National Human Rights Commission
C.
Election Commission
D.
Central Vigilance Commission
Ans:
Election Commission
Explanation :
The Election Commission was established by the Constitution of India under Article 324 directly to ensure free and fair elections in the country. It entrusts the Election Commission with power of superintendence, direction and control of elections to parliament, state legislatures, the office of president of India and the office of vice-president of India.
[4] Which of the following is not a Fundamental Right?
A.
Right to equality
B.
Right against exploitation
C.
Right to freedom of speech and expression
D.
Right of free compulsory education of all children upto the age of 14
Ans:
Right of free compulsory education of all children upto the age of 14
Explanation :
The Constitution (Eighty-sixth Amendment) Act, 2002 inserted Article 21-A in the Constitution of India to provide free and compulsory education of all children in the age group of six to fourteen years as a Fundamental Right in such a manner as the State may, by law, determine.
[5] Concept of welfare state in Indian Constitution is included in -
A.
Fundamental Rights
B.
Directive Principles of State Policy
C.
Citizenship
D.
Provision of Election Commission
Ans:
Directive Principles of State Policy
Explanation :
The directive principles of state policy are the guidelines given to the central and state government of India. These provisions are contained in part IV (Article 36-51) of the Constitution of India and these are not enforceable by any court.
[6] The annual report of the UPSC is submitted to –
A.
The President
B.
The Supreme Court
C.
The Prime Minister
D.
The Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
The UPSC annually submits a report of its work to the President of India. Further it is sent to each house of Parliament for discussion.
[7] When were the Fundamental Duties included in the Constitution?
A.
At the time of framing of Constitution
B.
On 26th January, 1950
C.
In the 42nd Constitutional Amendment
D.
In the 41st Constitutional Amendment
Ans:
In the 42nd Constitutional Amendment
Explanation :
The Fundamental Duties are defined as the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India. These fundamental Duties were introduced in the Indian Constitution by the 42nd Amendment Act 1976- Article 51A, upon the recommendations of the Swam Singh Committee.
[8] For which peroid the Finance Commission is formed?
A.
2 years
B.
Every year
C.
5 years
D.
According to the wishes of President
Ans:
5 years
Explanation :
The Finance Commission of India is established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution by the President of India to define the financial relations between the centre and the state. The Finance Commission Act of 1951 states the terms of qualification, appointment and disqualification, the term, eligibility and powers of the Finance Commission, As per the Constitution, the commission is appointed every five years and consists of a chairman and four other members. Note: Finance Commission is established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution by the President of India. It was formed to define the financial relations between the Centre and the state. Till date, Fourteen Finance Commissions have submilled their reports. 14th Finance Commission headed by Prof. Y V Reddy.
[9] The President can advance money to meet unforeseen expenses from the–
A.
Consolidated Fund of India
B.
Grants of the Central Government
C.
Aid from the Union Government
D.
Contingency Fund
Ans:
Contingency Fund
Explanation :
The Contingency Fund of India has been placed at the disposal of the President. He can advance money of this fund to meet unforeseen expenses and recover the same after due authorization by the parliament. The fund is held by the finance secretary on behalf of the president. Like the public account of India, it is also operated by executive action.
[10] If the President wants to resign, he shall address his letter of resignation to :
A.
Prime Minister of India
B.
Vice-President of India
C.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
Chief Justice of India
Ans:
Vice-President of India
Explanation :
The President holds office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office. However, he can resign from his office at any time by addressing the resignation letter to the Vice President. Further, he can also be removed from the office before completion of his term by the process of impeachment.
[11] Impeachment Proceedings against the President for violation of the Constitution can be intiated in :
A.
Either House of Parliament
B.
The Lok Sabha
C.
The Rajya Sabha
D.
The Supreme Court
Ans:
Either House of Parliament
Explanation :
According to Article 61 of Indian Constitution, when a President is to be impeached for violation of the Constitution, the charge shall be preferred by either House of Parliament. It adds that no such charge shall be preferred unless: • the proposal to prefer such charge is contained in a resolution which has been moved after at least fourteen days' notice in writing signed by not less than one-fourth of the total number of members of the House has been given of their intention to move the resolution, and • such resolution has been passed by a majority of not less than two-thirds of the total membership of the House.
[12] The Ministry sometimes referred to as "Green Ministry" in India is Ministry of-
A.
Agriculture and Rural Development
B.
Environment and Forests
C.
Surface and Transport
D.
Urban Development and Landscaping
Ans:
Environment and Forests
Explanation :
The Union Ministry of Environment and Forests is also known as 'Green Ministry' as it is responsible for planning, promoting, coordinating, and overseeing the implementation of environmental and forestry programmes in the country. The main activities undertaken by the ministry include conservation and survey of the flora of India and fauna of India, forests and other wilderness areas; prevention and control of pollution; afforestation, and land degradation mitigation. It is responsible for the administration of the national parks of India.
[13] In Presidential Government, the President is –
A.
independent of the Legislature
B.
dependent on the Legislature
C.
dependent on the Judiciary
D.
bound by the advice of the Council of Ministers
Ans:
independent of the Legislature
Explanation :
Presidential Government is a system of government in which the president is constitutionally independent of the legislature. In it, the head of government is also head of state and leads an executive branch that is separate from the legislative branch. The United States, for instance, has a presidential system.
[14] Which one of the following is not an elected member of the House?
A.
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
B.
Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha
C.
Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
D.
Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Explanation :
Vice president is ex-officio chairman of Rajya Sabha. He is elected as Vice president not the member of Rajya Sabha.
[15] A judge of the Supreme Court can be removed by -
A.
President of India
B.
The Prime minister
C.
The President after an address by the Parliament
D.
The speaker
Ans:
The President after an address by the Parliament
Explanation :
By the President after a resolution of Parliament passed by a majority of its members and two third majority of the members present and voting in each house.
[16] The State Commission submits its annual report to the -
A.
Governor
B.
State Government
C.
Chief Justice of the High Court
D.
Chief Justice of India
Ans:
Governor
Explanation :
The Government of India Act, 1935 provided for the establishment of the Public Service Commission at the Provincial level known as the State Public Service Commission and the constitution of India gave it a constitutional status as autonomous bodies. The State Public Service Commissions were constituted under the provisions of the Constitution of India. The annual report of the state Public Service Commission regarding its performance is submitted to the governor. The governor then gets this report laid before the state legislature, together with a memorandum explaining the cases where the advice of the commission was not accepted and the reason for such non acceptance.
[17] The Indian Parliament is competent to enact law on a State subject if –
A.
emergency under Article 352 is in operation
B.
all the state Assemblies of the country make such a request
C.
the President sends such a message to Parliament
D.
None of these
Ans:
emergency under Article 352 is in operation
Explanation :
When National emergency 7 under article 352 is in force, the Parliament can make laws on the 66 subjects of the State List (which contains subjects on which the state governments can make laws). Also, all money bills are referred to the Parliament for its approval.
[18] Article 40 of the Constitution of India advises the State to work for -
A.
Uniform Civil Code
B.
Organisation of Village Panchayats
C.
Constitution of Municipalities
D.
Living wages for workers
Ans:
Organisation of Village Panchayats
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian constitution deals with organisation of village panchayats.
[19] In Indian Parliament, a bill may be sent to a select committee –
A.
after the first reading
B.
after the second reading
C.
after general discussion during second reading
D.
at any stage at the discretion of the Speaker
Ans:
at any stage at the discretion of the Speaker
Explanation :
When a Bill comes up before a House for general discussion, it is open to that House to refer it to a Select Committee of the House or a Joint Committee of the two Houses. A motion has to be moved and adopted to this effect in the House in which the Bill comes up for consideration. In case the motion adopted is for reference of the Bill to a Joint Committee, the decision is conveyed to the other House requesting them to nominate members of the other House to serve on the Committee. The Select or Joint Committee considers the Bill clause by clause just as the two Houses do. Amendments can be moved to various clauses by members of the Committee.
[20] Rajya Sabha enjoys more powers than the Lok Sabha in the case of –
A.
Money Bills
B.
Non-money bills
C.
Setting up of new All-India Services
D.
Amendment of the Constitution.
Ans:
Setting up of new All-India Services
Explanation :
Under the Constitution the Rajya Sabha is granted some powers exclusively. The Rajya Sabha, under Article 249, may by a special majority of two-thirds votes adopt a resolution asking the Parliament to make laws on subjects of the State list, in the national interest. Secondly, Rajya Sabha can take steps to create All India Services by adopting resolutions supported by special majority in the national interest. If the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by a majority of not less than two-third of the members present and voting that it is necessary or expedient in the national interest, to create one or more all-India services, Parliament by law may provide for such services. Thirdly, Rajya Sabha has the exclusive right to initiate a resolution for the removal of the Vice-President.
[21] Who is competent to dissolve the Raajya Sabha?
A.
The Chairman, Rajya Sabha
B.
The President
C.
The Joint-session of Parliament
D.
None of these
Ans:
None of these
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third Members of Rajya Sabha retire after every second year. A member who is elected for a full term serves for a peri od of six years. The election held to fill a vacancy arising otherwise than by retirement of a member on the expiration of his term of office is called `Bye-election'. A member elected in a bye-election remains member for the remainder of the term of the member who had resigned or died or disqualified to be member of the House under the Tenth Schedule.
[22] Who has the power of annulment or suspension of Acts and Resolutions of the Autonomous District and Regional Councils?
A.
The Governor
B.
The President
C.
The Chief Minister of the State
D.
The Prime Minister
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution is an article that gives autonomous status to the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The article is drafted in Part XXI of the Constitution: Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions.
[23] Which one of the following regarding the procedure and conduct of business in the Parliament is not correct?
A.
To discuss State matters
B.
To discuss issues of the use of police force in suppressing the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities
C.
To discuss issues in dealing with violent disturbances in an Undertaking under the control of the Union Government
D.
To discuss issues for putting down the demands of the industrial labour
Ans:
To discuss State matters
Explanation :
The reports of the Comptroller and Auditor-General of India relating to the accounts of the Union shall be submitted to the president, who shall cause them to be laid before each House of Parliament.
[24] Which one of the following fundamental rights was described by Dr. B.R.Ambedkar as the heart and soul of the Constitution?
A.
Right to religion
B.
Right to constitutional remedies
C.
Right to property
D.
Right to education
Ans:
Right to constitutional remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, 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.
[25] No person shall be a citizen of India if he has –
A.
lived in a foreign country for more than five years
B.
been convicted by a foreign court of law
C.
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
D.
accepted employment in another country
Ans:
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
Explanation :
Article 9 of the Indian Constitution deals with persons voluntarily acquiring citizenship of a foreign State. It states that no person shall be a citizen of India by virtue of article 5, or be deemed to be a citizen of India by virtue of article 6 or article 8, if he has voluntarily acquired the citizenship of any foreign State.
Explanation :
Judges in a High Court are appointed by the President of India in consultation with the Chief Justice of India and the governor of the state.
[2] With reference to the Constitution of India, which on the following pairs is not matched?
A.
Forests : Concurrent List
B.
Stock Exchanges : Concurrent list
C.
Post office saving Bank : Union List
D.
Public Health : State list
Ans:
Stock Exchanges : Concurrent list
Explanation :
Stock exchange and future markets are listed in the Union list, but not in the concurrent list.
[3] Which one of the following was established with a definite provision under an Article of the Constitution of India?
A.
Union Public Service Commission
B.
National Human Rights Commission
C.
Election Commission
D.
Central Vigilance Commission
Ans:
Election Commission
Explanation :
The Election Commission was established by the Constitution of India under Article 324 directly to ensure free and fair elections in the country. It entrusts the Election Commission with power of superintendence, direction and control of elections to parliament, state legislatures, the office of president of India and the office of vice-president of India.
[4] Which of the following is not a Fundamental Right?
A.
Right to equality
B.
Right against exploitation
C.
Right to freedom of speech and expression
D.
Right of free compulsory education of all children upto the age of 14
Ans:
Right of free compulsory education of all children upto the age of 14
Explanation :
The Constitution (Eighty-sixth Amendment) Act, 2002 inserted Article 21-A in the Constitution of India to provide free and compulsory education of all children in the age group of six to fourteen years as a Fundamental Right in such a manner as the State may, by law, determine.
[5] Concept of welfare state in Indian Constitution is included in -
A.
Fundamental Rights
B.
Directive Principles of State Policy
C.
Citizenship
D.
Provision of Election Commission
Ans:
Directive Principles of State Policy
Explanation :
The directive principles of state policy are the guidelines given to the central and state government of India. These provisions are contained in part IV (Article 36-51) of the Constitution of India and these are not enforceable by any court.
[6] The annual report of the UPSC is submitted to –
A.
The President
B.
The Supreme Court
C.
The Prime Minister
D.
The Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
The UPSC annually submits a report of its work to the President of India. Further it is sent to each house of Parliament for discussion.
[7] When were the Fundamental Duties included in the Constitution?
A.
At the time of framing of Constitution
B.
On 26th January, 1950
C.
In the 42nd Constitutional Amendment
D.
In the 41st Constitutional Amendment
Ans:
In the 42nd Constitutional Amendment
Explanation :
The Fundamental Duties are defined as the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India. These fundamental Duties were introduced in the Indian Constitution by the 42nd Amendment Act 1976- Article 51A, upon the recommendations of the Swam Singh Committee.
[8] For which peroid the Finance Commission is formed?
A.
2 years
B.
Every year
C.
5 years
D.
According to the wishes of President
Ans:
5 years
Explanation :
The Finance Commission of India is established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution by the President of India to define the financial relations between the centre and the state. The Finance Commission Act of 1951 states the terms of qualification, appointment and disqualification, the term, eligibility and powers of the Finance Commission, As per the Constitution, the commission is appointed every five years and consists of a chairman and four other members. Note: Finance Commission is established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution by the President of India. It was formed to define the financial relations between the Centre and the state. Till date, Fourteen Finance Commissions have submilled their reports. 14th Finance Commission headed by Prof. Y V Reddy.
[9] The President can advance money to meet unforeseen expenses from the–
A.
Consolidated Fund of India
B.
Grants of the Central Government
C.
Aid from the Union Government
D.
Contingency Fund
Ans:
Contingency Fund
Explanation :
The Contingency Fund of India has been placed at the disposal of the President. He can advance money of this fund to meet unforeseen expenses and recover the same after due authorization by the parliament. The fund is held by the finance secretary on behalf of the president. Like the public account of India, it is also operated by executive action.
[10] If the President wants to resign, he shall address his letter of resignation to :
A.
Prime Minister of India
B.
Vice-President of India
C.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
Chief Justice of India
Ans:
Vice-President of India
Explanation :
The President holds office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office. However, he can resign from his office at any time by addressing the resignation letter to the Vice President. Further, he can also be removed from the office before completion of his term by the process of impeachment.
[11] Impeachment Proceedings against the President for violation of the Constitution can be intiated in :
A.
Either House of Parliament
B.
The Lok Sabha
C.
The Rajya Sabha
D.
The Supreme Court
Ans:
Either House of Parliament
Explanation :
According to Article 61 of Indian Constitution, when a President is to be impeached for violation of the Constitution, the charge shall be preferred by either House of Parliament. It adds that no such charge shall be preferred unless: • the proposal to prefer such charge is contained in a resolution which has been moved after at least fourteen days' notice in writing signed by not less than one-fourth of the total number of members of the House has been given of their intention to move the resolution, and • such resolution has been passed by a majority of not less than two-thirds of the total membership of the House.
[12] The Ministry sometimes referred to as "Green Ministry" in India is Ministry of-
A.
Agriculture and Rural Development
B.
Environment and Forests
C.
Surface and Transport
D.
Urban Development and Landscaping
Ans:
Environment and Forests
Explanation :
The Union Ministry of Environment and Forests is also known as 'Green Ministry' as it is responsible for planning, promoting, coordinating, and overseeing the implementation of environmental and forestry programmes in the country. The main activities undertaken by the ministry include conservation and survey of the flora of India and fauna of India, forests and other wilderness areas; prevention and control of pollution; afforestation, and land degradation mitigation. It is responsible for the administration of the national parks of India.
[13] In Presidential Government, the President is –
A.
independent of the Legislature
B.
dependent on the Legislature
C.
dependent on the Judiciary
D.
bound by the advice of the Council of Ministers
Ans:
independent of the Legislature
Explanation :
Presidential Government is a system of government in which the president is constitutionally independent of the legislature. In it, the head of government is also head of state and leads an executive branch that is separate from the legislative branch. The United States, for instance, has a presidential system.
[14] Which one of the following is not an elected member of the House?
A.
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
B.
Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha
C.
Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
D.
Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Explanation :
Vice president is ex-officio chairman of Rajya Sabha. He is elected as Vice president not the member of Rajya Sabha.
[15] A judge of the Supreme Court can be removed by -
A.
President of India
B.
The Prime minister
C.
The President after an address by the Parliament
D.
The speaker
Ans:
The President after an address by the Parliament
Explanation :
By the President after a resolution of Parliament passed by a majority of its members and two third majority of the members present and voting in each house.
[16] The State Commission submits its annual report to the -
A.
Governor
B.
State Government
C.
Chief Justice of the High Court
D.
Chief Justice of India
Ans:
Governor
Explanation :
The Government of India Act, 1935 provided for the establishment of the Public Service Commission at the Provincial level known as the State Public Service Commission and the constitution of India gave it a constitutional status as autonomous bodies. The State Public Service Commissions were constituted under the provisions of the Constitution of India. The annual report of the state Public Service Commission regarding its performance is submitted to the governor. The governor then gets this report laid before the state legislature, together with a memorandum explaining the cases where the advice of the commission was not accepted and the reason for such non acceptance.
[17] The Indian Parliament is competent to enact law on a State subject if –
A.
emergency under Article 352 is in operation
B.
all the state Assemblies of the country make such a request
C.
the President sends such a message to Parliament
D.
None of these
Ans:
emergency under Article 352 is in operation
Explanation :
When National emergency 7 under article 352 is in force, the Parliament can make laws on the 66 subjects of the State List (which contains subjects on which the state governments can make laws). Also, all money bills are referred to the Parliament for its approval.
[18] Article 40 of the Constitution of India advises the State to work for -
A.
Uniform Civil Code
B.
Organisation of Village Panchayats
C.
Constitution of Municipalities
D.
Living wages for workers
Ans:
Organisation of Village Panchayats
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian constitution deals with organisation of village panchayats.
[19] In Indian Parliament, a bill may be sent to a select committee –
A.
after the first reading
B.
after the second reading
C.
after general discussion during second reading
D.
at any stage at the discretion of the Speaker
Ans:
at any stage at the discretion of the Speaker
Explanation :
When a Bill comes up before a House for general discussion, it is open to that House to refer it to a Select Committee of the House or a Joint Committee of the two Houses. A motion has to be moved and adopted to this effect in the House in which the Bill comes up for consideration. In case the motion adopted is for reference of the Bill to a Joint Committee, the decision is conveyed to the other House requesting them to nominate members of the other House to serve on the Committee. The Select or Joint Committee considers the Bill clause by clause just as the two Houses do. Amendments can be moved to various clauses by members of the Committee.
[20] Rajya Sabha enjoys more powers than the Lok Sabha in the case of –
A.
Money Bills
B.
Non-money bills
C.
Setting up of new All-India Services
D.
Amendment of the Constitution.
Ans:
Setting up of new All-India Services
Explanation :
Under the Constitution the Rajya Sabha is granted some powers exclusively. The Rajya Sabha, under Article 249, may by a special majority of two-thirds votes adopt a resolution asking the Parliament to make laws on subjects of the State list, in the national interest. Secondly, Rajya Sabha can take steps to create All India Services by adopting resolutions supported by special majority in the national interest. If the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by a majority of not less than two-third of the members present and voting that it is necessary or expedient in the national interest, to create one or more all-India services, Parliament by law may provide for such services. Thirdly, Rajya Sabha has the exclusive right to initiate a resolution for the removal of the Vice-President.
[21] Who is competent to dissolve the Raajya Sabha?
A.
The Chairman, Rajya Sabha
B.
The President
C.
The Joint-session of Parliament
D.
None of these
Ans:
None of these
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third Members of Rajya Sabha retire after every second year. A member who is elected for a full term serves for a peri od of six years. The election held to fill a vacancy arising otherwise than by retirement of a member on the expiration of his term of office is called `Bye-election'. A member elected in a bye-election remains member for the remainder of the term of the member who had resigned or died or disqualified to be member of the House under the Tenth Schedule.
[22] Who has the power of annulment or suspension of Acts and Resolutions of the Autonomous District and Regional Councils?
A.
The Governor
B.
The President
C.
The Chief Minister of the State
D.
The Prime Minister
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution is an article that gives autonomous status to the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The article is drafted in Part XXI of the Constitution: Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions.
[23] Which one of the following regarding the procedure and conduct of business in the Parliament is not correct?
A.
To discuss State matters
B.
To discuss issues of the use of police force in suppressing the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities
C.
To discuss issues in dealing with violent disturbances in an Undertaking under the control of the Union Government
D.
To discuss issues for putting down the demands of the industrial labour
Ans:
To discuss State matters
Explanation :
The reports of the Comptroller and Auditor-General of India relating to the accounts of the Union shall be submitted to the president, who shall cause them to be laid before each House of Parliament.
[24] Which one of the following fundamental rights was described by Dr. B.R.Ambedkar as the heart and soul of the Constitution?
A.
Right to religion
B.
Right to constitutional remedies
C.
Right to property
D.
Right to education
Ans:
Right to constitutional remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, 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.
[25] No person shall be a citizen of India if he has –
A.
lived in a foreign country for more than five years
B.
been convicted by a foreign court of law
C.
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
D.
accepted employment in another country
Ans:
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
Explanation :
Article 9 of the Indian Constitution deals with persons voluntarily acquiring citizenship of a foreign State. It states that no person shall be a citizen of India by virtue of article 5, or be deemed to be a citizen of India by virtue of article 6 or article 8, if he has voluntarily acquired the citizenship of any foreign State.
Explanation :
The Election Commission was established by the Constitution of India under Article 324 directly to ensure free and fair elections in the country. It entrusts the Election Commission with power of superintendence, direction and control of elections to parliament, state legislatures, the office of president of India and the office of vice-president of India.
[4] Which of the following is not a Fundamental Right?
A.
Right to equality
B.
Right against exploitation
C.
Right to freedom of speech and expression
D.
Right of free compulsory education of all children upto the age of 14
Ans:
Right of free compulsory education of all children upto the age of 14
Explanation :
The Constitution (Eighty-sixth Amendment) Act, 2002 inserted Article 21-A in the Constitution of India to provide free and compulsory education of all children in the age group of six to fourteen years as a Fundamental Right in such a manner as the State may, by law, determine.
[5] Concept of welfare state in Indian Constitution is included in -
A.
Fundamental Rights
B.
Directive Principles of State Policy
C.
Citizenship
D.
Provision of Election Commission
Ans:
Directive Principles of State Policy
Explanation :
The directive principles of state policy are the guidelines given to the central and state government of India. These provisions are contained in part IV (Article 36-51) of the Constitution of India and these are not enforceable by any court.
[6] The annual report of the UPSC is submitted to –
A.
The President
B.
The Supreme Court
C.
The Prime Minister
D.
The Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
The UPSC annually submits a report of its work to the President of India. Further it is sent to each house of Parliament for discussion.
[7] When were the Fundamental Duties included in the Constitution?
A.
At the time of framing of Constitution
B.
On 26th January, 1950
C.
In the 42nd Constitutional Amendment
D.
In the 41st Constitutional Amendment
Ans:
In the 42nd Constitutional Amendment
Explanation :
The Fundamental Duties are defined as the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India. These fundamental Duties were introduced in the Indian Constitution by the 42nd Amendment Act 1976- Article 51A, upon the recommendations of the Swam Singh Committee.
[8] For which peroid the Finance Commission is formed?
A.
2 years
B.
Every year
C.
5 years
D.
According to the wishes of President
Ans:
5 years
Explanation :
The Finance Commission of India is established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution by the President of India to define the financial relations between the centre and the state. The Finance Commission Act of 1951 states the terms of qualification, appointment and disqualification, the term, eligibility and powers of the Finance Commission, As per the Constitution, the commission is appointed every five years and consists of a chairman and four other members. Note: Finance Commission is established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution by the President of India. It was formed to define the financial relations between the Centre and the state. Till date, Fourteen Finance Commissions have submilled their reports. 14th Finance Commission headed by Prof. Y V Reddy.
[9] The President can advance money to meet unforeseen expenses from the–
A.
Consolidated Fund of India
B.
Grants of the Central Government
C.
Aid from the Union Government
D.
Contingency Fund
Ans:
Contingency Fund
Explanation :
The Contingency Fund of India has been placed at the disposal of the President. He can advance money of this fund to meet unforeseen expenses and recover the same after due authorization by the parliament. The fund is held by the finance secretary on behalf of the president. Like the public account of India, it is also operated by executive action.
[10] If the President wants to resign, he shall address his letter of resignation to :
A.
Prime Minister of India
B.
Vice-President of India
C.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
Chief Justice of India
Ans:
Vice-President of India
Explanation :
The President holds office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office. However, he can resign from his office at any time by addressing the resignation letter to the Vice President. Further, he can also be removed from the office before completion of his term by the process of impeachment.
[11] Impeachment Proceedings against the President for violation of the Constitution can be intiated in :
A.
Either House of Parliament
B.
The Lok Sabha
C.
The Rajya Sabha
D.
The Supreme Court
Ans:
Either House of Parliament
Explanation :
According to Article 61 of Indian Constitution, when a President is to be impeached for violation of the Constitution, the charge shall be preferred by either House of Parliament. It adds that no such charge shall be preferred unless: • the proposal to prefer such charge is contained in a resolution which has been moved after at least fourteen days' notice in writing signed by not less than one-fourth of the total number of members of the House has been given of their intention to move the resolution, and • such resolution has been passed by a majority of not less than two-thirds of the total membership of the House.
[12] The Ministry sometimes referred to as "Green Ministry" in India is Ministry of-
A.
Agriculture and Rural Development
B.
Environment and Forests
C.
Surface and Transport
D.
Urban Development and Landscaping
Ans:
Environment and Forests
Explanation :
The Union Ministry of Environment and Forests is also known as 'Green Ministry' as it is responsible for planning, promoting, coordinating, and overseeing the implementation of environmental and forestry programmes in the country. The main activities undertaken by the ministry include conservation and survey of the flora of India and fauna of India, forests and other wilderness areas; prevention and control of pollution; afforestation, and land degradation mitigation. It is responsible for the administration of the national parks of India.
[13] In Presidential Government, the President is –
A.
independent of the Legislature
B.
dependent on the Legislature
C.
dependent on the Judiciary
D.
bound by the advice of the Council of Ministers
Ans:
independent of the Legislature
Explanation :
Presidential Government is a system of government in which the president is constitutionally independent of the legislature. In it, the head of government is also head of state and leads an executive branch that is separate from the legislative branch. The United States, for instance, has a presidential system.
[14] Which one of the following is not an elected member of the House?
A.
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
B.
Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha
C.
Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
D.
Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Explanation :
Vice president is ex-officio chairman of Rajya Sabha. He is elected as Vice president not the member of Rajya Sabha.
[15] A judge of the Supreme Court can be removed by -
A.
President of India
B.
The Prime minister
C.
The President after an address by the Parliament
D.
The speaker
Ans:
The President after an address by the Parliament
Explanation :
By the President after a resolution of Parliament passed by a majority of its members and two third majority of the members present and voting in each house.
[16] The State Commission submits its annual report to the -
A.
Governor
B.
State Government
C.
Chief Justice of the High Court
D.
Chief Justice of India
Ans:
Governor
Explanation :
The Government of India Act, 1935 provided for the establishment of the Public Service Commission at the Provincial level known as the State Public Service Commission and the constitution of India gave it a constitutional status as autonomous bodies. The State Public Service Commissions were constituted under the provisions of the Constitution of India. The annual report of the state Public Service Commission regarding its performance is submitted to the governor. The governor then gets this report laid before the state legislature, together with a memorandum explaining the cases where the advice of the commission was not accepted and the reason for such non acceptance.
[17] The Indian Parliament is competent to enact law on a State subject if –
A.
emergency under Article 352 is in operation
B.
all the state Assemblies of the country make such a request
C.
the President sends such a message to Parliament
D.
None of these
Ans:
emergency under Article 352 is in operation
Explanation :
When National emergency 7 under article 352 is in force, the Parliament can make laws on the 66 subjects of the State List (which contains subjects on which the state governments can make laws). Also, all money bills are referred to the Parliament for its approval.
[18] Article 40 of the Constitution of India advises the State to work for -
A.
Uniform Civil Code
B.
Organisation of Village Panchayats
C.
Constitution of Municipalities
D.
Living wages for workers
Ans:
Organisation of Village Panchayats
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian constitution deals with organisation of village panchayats.
[19] In Indian Parliament, a bill may be sent to a select committee –
A.
after the first reading
B.
after the second reading
C.
after general discussion during second reading
D.
at any stage at the discretion of the Speaker
Ans:
at any stage at the discretion of the Speaker
Explanation :
When a Bill comes up before a House for general discussion, it is open to that House to refer it to a Select Committee of the House or a Joint Committee of the two Houses. A motion has to be moved and adopted to this effect in the House in which the Bill comes up for consideration. In case the motion adopted is for reference of the Bill to a Joint Committee, the decision is conveyed to the other House requesting them to nominate members of the other House to serve on the Committee. The Select or Joint Committee considers the Bill clause by clause just as the two Houses do. Amendments can be moved to various clauses by members of the Committee.
[20] Rajya Sabha enjoys more powers than the Lok Sabha in the case of –
A.
Money Bills
B.
Non-money bills
C.
Setting up of new All-India Services
D.
Amendment of the Constitution.
Ans:
Setting up of new All-India Services
Explanation :
Under the Constitution the Rajya Sabha is granted some powers exclusively. The Rajya Sabha, under Article 249, may by a special majority of two-thirds votes adopt a resolution asking the Parliament to make laws on subjects of the State list, in the national interest. Secondly, Rajya Sabha can take steps to create All India Services by adopting resolutions supported by special majority in the national interest. If the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by a majority of not less than two-third of the members present and voting that it is necessary or expedient in the national interest, to create one or more all-India services, Parliament by law may provide for such services. Thirdly, Rajya Sabha has the exclusive right to initiate a resolution for the removal of the Vice-President.
[21] Who is competent to dissolve the Raajya Sabha?
A.
The Chairman, Rajya Sabha
B.
The President
C.
The Joint-session of Parliament
D.
None of these
Ans:
None of these
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third Members of Rajya Sabha retire after every second year. A member who is elected for a full term serves for a peri od of six years. The election held to fill a vacancy arising otherwise than by retirement of a member on the expiration of his term of office is called `Bye-election'. A member elected in a bye-election remains member for the remainder of the term of the member who had resigned or died or disqualified to be member of the House under the Tenth Schedule.
[22] Who has the power of annulment or suspension of Acts and Resolutions of the Autonomous District and Regional Councils?
A.
The Governor
B.
The President
C.
The Chief Minister of the State
D.
The Prime Minister
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution is an article that gives autonomous status to the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The article is drafted in Part XXI of the Constitution: Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions.
[23] Which one of the following regarding the procedure and conduct of business in the Parliament is not correct?
A.
To discuss State matters
B.
To discuss issues of the use of police force in suppressing the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities
C.
To discuss issues in dealing with violent disturbances in an Undertaking under the control of the Union Government
D.
To discuss issues for putting down the demands of the industrial labour
Ans:
To discuss State matters
Explanation :
The reports of the Comptroller and Auditor-General of India relating to the accounts of the Union shall be submitted to the president, who shall cause them to be laid before each House of Parliament.
[24] Which one of the following fundamental rights was described by Dr. B.R.Ambedkar as the heart and soul of the Constitution?
A.
Right to religion
B.
Right to constitutional remedies
C.
Right to property
D.
Right to education
Ans:
Right to constitutional remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, 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.
[25] No person shall be a citizen of India if he has –
A.
lived in a foreign country for more than five years
B.
been convicted by a foreign court of law
C.
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
D.
accepted employment in another country
Ans:
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
Explanation :
Article 9 of the Indian Constitution deals with persons voluntarily acquiring citizenship of a foreign State. It states that no person shall be a citizen of India by virtue of article 5, or be deemed to be a citizen of India by virtue of article 6 or article 8, if he has voluntarily acquired the citizenship of any foreign State.
Explanation :
The directive principles of state policy are the guidelines given to the central and state government of India. These provisions are contained in part IV (Article 36-51) of the Constitution of India and these are not enforceable by any court.
[6] The annual report of the UPSC is submitted to –
A.
The President
B.
The Supreme Court
C.
The Prime Minister
D.
The Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
The UPSC annually submits a report of its work to the President of India. Further it is sent to each house of Parliament for discussion.
[7] When were the Fundamental Duties included in the Constitution?
A.
At the time of framing of Constitution
B.
On 26th January, 1950
C.
In the 42nd Constitutional Amendment
D.
In the 41st Constitutional Amendment
Ans:
In the 42nd Constitutional Amendment
Explanation :
The Fundamental Duties are defined as the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India. These fundamental Duties were introduced in the Indian Constitution by the 42nd Amendment Act 1976- Article 51A, upon the recommendations of the Swam Singh Committee.
[8] For which peroid the Finance Commission is formed?
A.
2 years
B.
Every year
C.
5 years
D.
According to the wishes of President
Ans:
5 years
Explanation :
The Finance Commission of India is established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution by the President of India to define the financial relations between the centre and the state. The Finance Commission Act of 1951 states the terms of qualification, appointment and disqualification, the term, eligibility and powers of the Finance Commission, As per the Constitution, the commission is appointed every five years and consists of a chairman and four other members. Note: Finance Commission is established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution by the President of India. It was formed to define the financial relations between the Centre and the state. Till date, Fourteen Finance Commissions have submilled their reports. 14th Finance Commission headed by Prof. Y V Reddy.
[9] The President can advance money to meet unforeseen expenses from the–
A.
Consolidated Fund of India
B.
Grants of the Central Government
C.
Aid from the Union Government
D.
Contingency Fund
Ans:
Contingency Fund
Explanation :
The Contingency Fund of India has been placed at the disposal of the President. He can advance money of this fund to meet unforeseen expenses and recover the same after due authorization by the parliament. The fund is held by the finance secretary on behalf of the president. Like the public account of India, it is also operated by executive action.
[10] If the President wants to resign, he shall address his letter of resignation to :
A.
Prime Minister of India
B.
Vice-President of India
C.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
Chief Justice of India
Ans:
Vice-President of India
Explanation :
The President holds office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office. However, he can resign from his office at any time by addressing the resignation letter to the Vice President. Further, he can also be removed from the office before completion of his term by the process of impeachment.
[11] Impeachment Proceedings against the President for violation of the Constitution can be intiated in :
A.
Either House of Parliament
B.
The Lok Sabha
C.
The Rajya Sabha
D.
The Supreme Court
Ans:
Either House of Parliament
Explanation :
According to Article 61 of Indian Constitution, when a President is to be impeached for violation of the Constitution, the charge shall be preferred by either House of Parliament. It adds that no such charge shall be preferred unless: • the proposal to prefer such charge is contained in a resolution which has been moved after at least fourteen days' notice in writing signed by not less than one-fourth of the total number of members of the House has been given of their intention to move the resolution, and • such resolution has been passed by a majority of not less than two-thirds of the total membership of the House.
[12] The Ministry sometimes referred to as "Green Ministry" in India is Ministry of-
A.
Agriculture and Rural Development
B.
Environment and Forests
C.
Surface and Transport
D.
Urban Development and Landscaping
Ans:
Environment and Forests
Explanation :
The Union Ministry of Environment and Forests is also known as 'Green Ministry' as it is responsible for planning, promoting, coordinating, and overseeing the implementation of environmental and forestry programmes in the country. The main activities undertaken by the ministry include conservation and survey of the flora of India and fauna of India, forests and other wilderness areas; prevention and control of pollution; afforestation, and land degradation mitigation. It is responsible for the administration of the national parks of India.
[13] In Presidential Government, the President is –
A.
independent of the Legislature
B.
dependent on the Legislature
C.
dependent on the Judiciary
D.
bound by the advice of the Council of Ministers
Ans:
independent of the Legislature
Explanation :
Presidential Government is a system of government in which the president is constitutionally independent of the legislature. In it, the head of government is also head of state and leads an executive branch that is separate from the legislative branch. The United States, for instance, has a presidential system.
[14] Which one of the following is not an elected member of the House?
A.
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
B.
Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha
C.
Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
D.
Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Explanation :
Vice president is ex-officio chairman of Rajya Sabha. He is elected as Vice president not the member of Rajya Sabha.
[15] A judge of the Supreme Court can be removed by -
A.
President of India
B.
The Prime minister
C.
The President after an address by the Parliament
D.
The speaker
Ans:
The President after an address by the Parliament
Explanation :
By the President after a resolution of Parliament passed by a majority of its members and two third majority of the members present and voting in each house.
[16] The State Commission submits its annual report to the -
A.
Governor
B.
State Government
C.
Chief Justice of the High Court
D.
Chief Justice of India
Ans:
Governor
Explanation :
The Government of India Act, 1935 provided for the establishment of the Public Service Commission at the Provincial level known as the State Public Service Commission and the constitution of India gave it a constitutional status as autonomous bodies. The State Public Service Commissions were constituted under the provisions of the Constitution of India. The annual report of the state Public Service Commission regarding its performance is submitted to the governor. The governor then gets this report laid before the state legislature, together with a memorandum explaining the cases where the advice of the commission was not accepted and the reason for such non acceptance.
[17] The Indian Parliament is competent to enact law on a State subject if –
A.
emergency under Article 352 is in operation
B.
all the state Assemblies of the country make such a request
C.
the President sends such a message to Parliament
D.
None of these
Ans:
emergency under Article 352 is in operation
Explanation :
When National emergency 7 under article 352 is in force, the Parliament can make laws on the 66 subjects of the State List (which contains subjects on which the state governments can make laws). Also, all money bills are referred to the Parliament for its approval.
[18] Article 40 of the Constitution of India advises the State to work for -
A.
Uniform Civil Code
B.
Organisation of Village Panchayats
C.
Constitution of Municipalities
D.
Living wages for workers
Ans:
Organisation of Village Panchayats
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian constitution deals with organisation of village panchayats.
[19] In Indian Parliament, a bill may be sent to a select committee –
A.
after the first reading
B.
after the second reading
C.
after general discussion during second reading
D.
at any stage at the discretion of the Speaker
Ans:
at any stage at the discretion of the Speaker
Explanation :
When a Bill comes up before a House for general discussion, it is open to that House to refer it to a Select Committee of the House or a Joint Committee of the two Houses. A motion has to be moved and adopted to this effect in the House in which the Bill comes up for consideration. In case the motion adopted is for reference of the Bill to a Joint Committee, the decision is conveyed to the other House requesting them to nominate members of the other House to serve on the Committee. The Select or Joint Committee considers the Bill clause by clause just as the two Houses do. Amendments can be moved to various clauses by members of the Committee.
[20] Rajya Sabha enjoys more powers than the Lok Sabha in the case of –
A.
Money Bills
B.
Non-money bills
C.
Setting up of new All-India Services
D.
Amendment of the Constitution.
Ans:
Setting up of new All-India Services
Explanation :
Under the Constitution the Rajya Sabha is granted some powers exclusively. The Rajya Sabha, under Article 249, may by a special majority of two-thirds votes adopt a resolution asking the Parliament to make laws on subjects of the State list, in the national interest. Secondly, Rajya Sabha can take steps to create All India Services by adopting resolutions supported by special majority in the national interest. If the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by a majority of not less than two-third of the members present and voting that it is necessary or expedient in the national interest, to create one or more all-India services, Parliament by law may provide for such services. Thirdly, Rajya Sabha has the exclusive right to initiate a resolution for the removal of the Vice-President.
[21] Who is competent to dissolve the Raajya Sabha?
A.
The Chairman, Rajya Sabha
B.
The President
C.
The Joint-session of Parliament
D.
None of these
Ans:
None of these
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third Members of Rajya Sabha retire after every second year. A member who is elected for a full term serves for a peri od of six years. The election held to fill a vacancy arising otherwise than by retirement of a member on the expiration of his term of office is called `Bye-election'. A member elected in a bye-election remains member for the remainder of the term of the member who had resigned or died or disqualified to be member of the House under the Tenth Schedule.
[22] Who has the power of annulment or suspension of Acts and Resolutions of the Autonomous District and Regional Councils?
A.
The Governor
B.
The President
C.
The Chief Minister of the State
D.
The Prime Minister
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution is an article that gives autonomous status to the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The article is drafted in Part XXI of the Constitution: Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions.
[23] Which one of the following regarding the procedure and conduct of business in the Parliament is not correct?
A.
To discuss State matters
B.
To discuss issues of the use of police force in suppressing the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities
C.
To discuss issues in dealing with violent disturbances in an Undertaking under the control of the Union Government
D.
To discuss issues for putting down the demands of the industrial labour
Ans:
To discuss State matters
Explanation :
The reports of the Comptroller and Auditor-General of India relating to the accounts of the Union shall be submitted to the president, who shall cause them to be laid before each House of Parliament.
[24] Which one of the following fundamental rights was described by Dr. B.R.Ambedkar as the heart and soul of the Constitution?
A.
Right to religion
B.
Right to constitutional remedies
C.
Right to property
D.
Right to education
Ans:
Right to constitutional remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, 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.
[25] No person shall be a citizen of India if he has –
A.
lived in a foreign country for more than five years
B.
been convicted by a foreign court of law
C.
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
D.
accepted employment in another country
Ans:
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
Explanation :
Article 9 of the Indian Constitution deals with persons voluntarily acquiring citizenship of a foreign State. It states that no person shall be a citizen of India by virtue of article 5, or be deemed to be a citizen of India by virtue of article 6 or article 8, if he has voluntarily acquired the citizenship of any foreign State.
Explanation :
The Fundamental Duties are defined as the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India. These fundamental Duties were introduced in the Indian Constitution by the 42nd Amendment Act 1976- Article 51A, upon the recommendations of the Swam Singh Committee.
[8] For which peroid the Finance Commission is formed?
A.
2 years
B.
Every year
C.
5 years
D.
According to the wishes of President
Ans:
5 years
Explanation :
The Finance Commission of India is established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution by the President of India to define the financial relations between the centre and the state. The Finance Commission Act of 1951 states the terms of qualification, appointment and disqualification, the term, eligibility and powers of the Finance Commission, As per the Constitution, the commission is appointed every five years and consists of a chairman and four other members. Note: Finance Commission is established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution by the President of India. It was formed to define the financial relations between the Centre and the state. Till date, Fourteen Finance Commissions have submilled their reports. 14th Finance Commission headed by Prof. Y V Reddy.
[9] The President can advance money to meet unforeseen expenses from the–
A.
Consolidated Fund of India
B.
Grants of the Central Government
C.
Aid from the Union Government
D.
Contingency Fund
Ans:
Contingency Fund
Explanation :
The Contingency Fund of India has been placed at the disposal of the President. He can advance money of this fund to meet unforeseen expenses and recover the same after due authorization by the parliament. The fund is held by the finance secretary on behalf of the president. Like the public account of India, it is also operated by executive action.
[10] If the President wants to resign, he shall address his letter of resignation to :
A.
Prime Minister of India
B.
Vice-President of India
C.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
Chief Justice of India
Ans:
Vice-President of India
Explanation :
The President holds office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office. However, he can resign from his office at any time by addressing the resignation letter to the Vice President. Further, he can also be removed from the office before completion of his term by the process of impeachment.
[11] Impeachment Proceedings against the President for violation of the Constitution can be intiated in :
A.
Either House of Parliament
B.
The Lok Sabha
C.
The Rajya Sabha
D.
The Supreme Court
Ans:
Either House of Parliament
Explanation :
According to Article 61 of Indian Constitution, when a President is to be impeached for violation of the Constitution, the charge shall be preferred by either House of Parliament. It adds that no such charge shall be preferred unless: • the proposal to prefer such charge is contained in a resolution which has been moved after at least fourteen days' notice in writing signed by not less than one-fourth of the total number of members of the House has been given of their intention to move the resolution, and • such resolution has been passed by a majority of not less than two-thirds of the total membership of the House.
[12] The Ministry sometimes referred to as "Green Ministry" in India is Ministry of-
A.
Agriculture and Rural Development
B.
Environment and Forests
C.
Surface and Transport
D.
Urban Development and Landscaping
Ans:
Environment and Forests
Explanation :
The Union Ministry of Environment and Forests is also known as 'Green Ministry' as it is responsible for planning, promoting, coordinating, and overseeing the implementation of environmental and forestry programmes in the country. The main activities undertaken by the ministry include conservation and survey of the flora of India and fauna of India, forests and other wilderness areas; prevention and control of pollution; afforestation, and land degradation mitigation. It is responsible for the administration of the national parks of India.
[13] In Presidential Government, the President is –
A.
independent of the Legislature
B.
dependent on the Legislature
C.
dependent on the Judiciary
D.
bound by the advice of the Council of Ministers
Ans:
independent of the Legislature
Explanation :
Presidential Government is a system of government in which the president is constitutionally independent of the legislature. In it, the head of government is also head of state and leads an executive branch that is separate from the legislative branch. The United States, for instance, has a presidential system.
[14] Which one of the following is not an elected member of the House?
A.
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
B.
Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha
C.
Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
D.
Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Explanation :
Vice president is ex-officio chairman of Rajya Sabha. He is elected as Vice president not the member of Rajya Sabha.
[15] A judge of the Supreme Court can be removed by -
A.
President of India
B.
The Prime minister
C.
The President after an address by the Parliament
D.
The speaker
Ans:
The President after an address by the Parliament
Explanation :
By the President after a resolution of Parliament passed by a majority of its members and two third majority of the members present and voting in each house.
[16] The State Commission submits its annual report to the -
A.
Governor
B.
State Government
C.
Chief Justice of the High Court
D.
Chief Justice of India
Ans:
Governor
Explanation :
The Government of India Act, 1935 provided for the establishment of the Public Service Commission at the Provincial level known as the State Public Service Commission and the constitution of India gave it a constitutional status as autonomous bodies. The State Public Service Commissions were constituted under the provisions of the Constitution of India. The annual report of the state Public Service Commission regarding its performance is submitted to the governor. The governor then gets this report laid before the state legislature, together with a memorandum explaining the cases where the advice of the commission was not accepted and the reason for such non acceptance.
[17] The Indian Parliament is competent to enact law on a State subject if –
A.
emergency under Article 352 is in operation
B.
all the state Assemblies of the country make such a request
C.
the President sends such a message to Parliament
D.
None of these
Ans:
emergency under Article 352 is in operation
Explanation :
When National emergency 7 under article 352 is in force, the Parliament can make laws on the 66 subjects of the State List (which contains subjects on which the state governments can make laws). Also, all money bills are referred to the Parliament for its approval.
[18] Article 40 of the Constitution of India advises the State to work for -
A.
Uniform Civil Code
B.
Organisation of Village Panchayats
C.
Constitution of Municipalities
D.
Living wages for workers
Ans:
Organisation of Village Panchayats
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian constitution deals with organisation of village panchayats.
[19] In Indian Parliament, a bill may be sent to a select committee –
A.
after the first reading
B.
after the second reading
C.
after general discussion during second reading
D.
at any stage at the discretion of the Speaker
Ans:
at any stage at the discretion of the Speaker
Explanation :
When a Bill comes up before a House for general discussion, it is open to that House to refer it to a Select Committee of the House or a Joint Committee of the two Houses. A motion has to be moved and adopted to this effect in the House in which the Bill comes up for consideration. In case the motion adopted is for reference of the Bill to a Joint Committee, the decision is conveyed to the other House requesting them to nominate members of the other House to serve on the Committee. The Select or Joint Committee considers the Bill clause by clause just as the two Houses do. Amendments can be moved to various clauses by members of the Committee.
[20] Rajya Sabha enjoys more powers than the Lok Sabha in the case of –
A.
Money Bills
B.
Non-money bills
C.
Setting up of new All-India Services
D.
Amendment of the Constitution.
Ans:
Setting up of new All-India Services
Explanation :
Under the Constitution the Rajya Sabha is granted some powers exclusively. The Rajya Sabha, under Article 249, may by a special majority of two-thirds votes adopt a resolution asking the Parliament to make laws on subjects of the State list, in the national interest. Secondly, Rajya Sabha can take steps to create All India Services by adopting resolutions supported by special majority in the national interest. If the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by a majority of not less than two-third of the members present and voting that it is necessary or expedient in the national interest, to create one or more all-India services, Parliament by law may provide for such services. Thirdly, Rajya Sabha has the exclusive right to initiate a resolution for the removal of the Vice-President.
[21] Who is competent to dissolve the Raajya Sabha?
A.
The Chairman, Rajya Sabha
B.
The President
C.
The Joint-session of Parliament
D.
None of these
Ans:
None of these
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third Members of Rajya Sabha retire after every second year. A member who is elected for a full term serves for a peri od of six years. The election held to fill a vacancy arising otherwise than by retirement of a member on the expiration of his term of office is called `Bye-election'. A member elected in a bye-election remains member for the remainder of the term of the member who had resigned or died or disqualified to be member of the House under the Tenth Schedule.
[22] Who has the power of annulment or suspension of Acts and Resolutions of the Autonomous District and Regional Councils?
A.
The Governor
B.
The President
C.
The Chief Minister of the State
D.
The Prime Minister
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution is an article that gives autonomous status to the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The article is drafted in Part XXI of the Constitution: Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions.
[23] Which one of the following regarding the procedure and conduct of business in the Parliament is not correct?
A.
To discuss State matters
B.
To discuss issues of the use of police force in suppressing the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities
C.
To discuss issues in dealing with violent disturbances in an Undertaking under the control of the Union Government
D.
To discuss issues for putting down the demands of the industrial labour
Ans:
To discuss State matters
Explanation :
The reports of the Comptroller and Auditor-General of India relating to the accounts of the Union shall be submitted to the president, who shall cause them to be laid before each House of Parliament.
[24] Which one of the following fundamental rights was described by Dr. B.R.Ambedkar as the heart and soul of the Constitution?
A.
Right to religion
B.
Right to constitutional remedies
C.
Right to property
D.
Right to education
Ans:
Right to constitutional remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, 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.
[25] No person shall be a citizen of India if he has –
A.
lived in a foreign country for more than five years
B.
been convicted by a foreign court of law
C.
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
D.
accepted employment in another country
Ans:
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
Explanation :
Article 9 of the Indian Constitution deals with persons voluntarily acquiring citizenship of a foreign State. It states that no person shall be a citizen of India by virtue of article 5, or be deemed to be a citizen of India by virtue of article 6 or article 8, if he has voluntarily acquired the citizenship of any foreign State.
Explanation :
The Contingency Fund of India has been placed at the disposal of the President. He can advance money of this fund to meet unforeseen expenses and recover the same after due authorization by the parliament. The fund is held by the finance secretary on behalf of the president. Like the public account of India, it is also operated by executive action.
[10] If the President wants to resign, he shall address his letter of resignation to :
A.
Prime Minister of India
B.
Vice-President of India
C.
Speaker of Lok Sabha
D.
Chief Justice of India
Ans:
Vice-President of India
Explanation :
The President holds office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office. However, he can resign from his office at any time by addressing the resignation letter to the Vice President. Further, he can also be removed from the office before completion of his term by the process of impeachment.
[11] Impeachment Proceedings against the President for violation of the Constitution can be intiated in :
A.
Either House of Parliament
B.
The Lok Sabha
C.
The Rajya Sabha
D.
The Supreme Court
Ans:
Either House of Parliament
Explanation :
According to Article 61 of Indian Constitution, when a President is to be impeached for violation of the Constitution, the charge shall be preferred by either House of Parliament. It adds that no such charge shall be preferred unless: • the proposal to prefer such charge is contained in a resolution which has been moved after at least fourteen days' notice in writing signed by not less than one-fourth of the total number of members of the House has been given of their intention to move the resolution, and • such resolution has been passed by a majority of not less than two-thirds of the total membership of the House.
[12] The Ministry sometimes referred to as "Green Ministry" in India is Ministry of-
A.
Agriculture and Rural Development
B.
Environment and Forests
C.
Surface and Transport
D.
Urban Development and Landscaping
Ans:
Environment and Forests
Explanation :
The Union Ministry of Environment and Forests is also known as 'Green Ministry' as it is responsible for planning, promoting, coordinating, and overseeing the implementation of environmental and forestry programmes in the country. The main activities undertaken by the ministry include conservation and survey of the flora of India and fauna of India, forests and other wilderness areas; prevention and control of pollution; afforestation, and land degradation mitigation. It is responsible for the administration of the national parks of India.
[13] In Presidential Government, the President is –
A.
independent of the Legislature
B.
dependent on the Legislature
C.
dependent on the Judiciary
D.
bound by the advice of the Council of Ministers
Ans:
independent of the Legislature
Explanation :
Presidential Government is a system of government in which the president is constitutionally independent of the legislature. In it, the head of government is also head of state and leads an executive branch that is separate from the legislative branch. The United States, for instance, has a presidential system.
[14] Which one of the following is not an elected member of the House?
A.
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
B.
Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha
C.
Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
D.
Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Explanation :
Vice president is ex-officio chairman of Rajya Sabha. He is elected as Vice president not the member of Rajya Sabha.
[15] A judge of the Supreme Court can be removed by -
A.
President of India
B.
The Prime minister
C.
The President after an address by the Parliament
D.
The speaker
Ans:
The President after an address by the Parliament
Explanation :
By the President after a resolution of Parliament passed by a majority of its members and two third majority of the members present and voting in each house.
[16] The State Commission submits its annual report to the -
A.
Governor
B.
State Government
C.
Chief Justice of the High Court
D.
Chief Justice of India
Ans:
Governor
Explanation :
The Government of India Act, 1935 provided for the establishment of the Public Service Commission at the Provincial level known as the State Public Service Commission and the constitution of India gave it a constitutional status as autonomous bodies. The State Public Service Commissions were constituted under the provisions of the Constitution of India. The annual report of the state Public Service Commission regarding its performance is submitted to the governor. The governor then gets this report laid before the state legislature, together with a memorandum explaining the cases where the advice of the commission was not accepted and the reason for such non acceptance.
[17] The Indian Parliament is competent to enact law on a State subject if –
A.
emergency under Article 352 is in operation
B.
all the state Assemblies of the country make such a request
C.
the President sends such a message to Parliament
D.
None of these
Ans:
emergency under Article 352 is in operation
Explanation :
When National emergency 7 under article 352 is in force, the Parliament can make laws on the 66 subjects of the State List (which contains subjects on which the state governments can make laws). Also, all money bills are referred to the Parliament for its approval.
[18] Article 40 of the Constitution of India advises the State to work for -
A.
Uniform Civil Code
B.
Organisation of Village Panchayats
C.
Constitution of Municipalities
D.
Living wages for workers
Ans:
Organisation of Village Panchayats
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian constitution deals with organisation of village panchayats.
[19] In Indian Parliament, a bill may be sent to a select committee –
A.
after the first reading
B.
after the second reading
C.
after general discussion during second reading
D.
at any stage at the discretion of the Speaker
Ans:
at any stage at the discretion of the Speaker
Explanation :
When a Bill comes up before a House for general discussion, it is open to that House to refer it to a Select Committee of the House or a Joint Committee of the two Houses. A motion has to be moved and adopted to this effect in the House in which the Bill comes up for consideration. In case the motion adopted is for reference of the Bill to a Joint Committee, the decision is conveyed to the other House requesting them to nominate members of the other House to serve on the Committee. The Select or Joint Committee considers the Bill clause by clause just as the two Houses do. Amendments can be moved to various clauses by members of the Committee.
[20] Rajya Sabha enjoys more powers than the Lok Sabha in the case of –
A.
Money Bills
B.
Non-money bills
C.
Setting up of new All-India Services
D.
Amendment of the Constitution.
Ans:
Setting up of new All-India Services
Explanation :
Under the Constitution the Rajya Sabha is granted some powers exclusively. The Rajya Sabha, under Article 249, may by a special majority of two-thirds votes adopt a resolution asking the Parliament to make laws on subjects of the State list, in the national interest. Secondly, Rajya Sabha can take steps to create All India Services by adopting resolutions supported by special majority in the national interest. If the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by a majority of not less than two-third of the members present and voting that it is necessary or expedient in the national interest, to create one or more all-India services, Parliament by law may provide for such services. Thirdly, Rajya Sabha has the exclusive right to initiate a resolution for the removal of the Vice-President.
[21] Who is competent to dissolve the Raajya Sabha?
A.
The Chairman, Rajya Sabha
B.
The President
C.
The Joint-session of Parliament
D.
None of these
Ans:
None of these
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third Members of Rajya Sabha retire after every second year. A member who is elected for a full term serves for a peri od of six years. The election held to fill a vacancy arising otherwise than by retirement of a member on the expiration of his term of office is called `Bye-election'. A member elected in a bye-election remains member for the remainder of the term of the member who had resigned or died or disqualified to be member of the House under the Tenth Schedule.
[22] Who has the power of annulment or suspension of Acts and Resolutions of the Autonomous District and Regional Councils?
A.
The Governor
B.
The President
C.
The Chief Minister of the State
D.
The Prime Minister
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution is an article that gives autonomous status to the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The article is drafted in Part XXI of the Constitution: Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions.
[23] Which one of the following regarding the procedure and conduct of business in the Parliament is not correct?
A.
To discuss State matters
B.
To discuss issues of the use of police force in suppressing the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities
C.
To discuss issues in dealing with violent disturbances in an Undertaking under the control of the Union Government
D.
To discuss issues for putting down the demands of the industrial labour
Ans:
To discuss State matters
Explanation :
The reports of the Comptroller and Auditor-General of India relating to the accounts of the Union shall be submitted to the president, who shall cause them to be laid before each House of Parliament.
[24] Which one of the following fundamental rights was described by Dr. B.R.Ambedkar as the heart and soul of the Constitution?
A.
Right to religion
B.
Right to constitutional remedies
C.
Right to property
D.
Right to education
Ans:
Right to constitutional remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, 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.
[25] No person shall be a citizen of India if he has –
A.
lived in a foreign country for more than five years
B.
been convicted by a foreign court of law
C.
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
D.
accepted employment in another country
Ans:
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
Explanation :
Article 9 of the Indian Constitution deals with persons voluntarily acquiring citizenship of a foreign State. It states that no person shall be a citizen of India by virtue of article 5, or be deemed to be a citizen of India by virtue of article 6 or article 8, if he has voluntarily acquired the citizenship of any foreign State.
Explanation :
According to Article 61 of Indian Constitution, when a President is to be impeached for violation of the Constitution, the charge shall be preferred by either House of Parliament. It adds that no such charge shall be preferred unless: • the proposal to prefer such charge is contained in a resolution which has been moved after at least fourteen days' notice in writing signed by not less than one-fourth of the total number of members of the House has been given of their intention to move the resolution, and • such resolution has been passed by a majority of not less than two-thirds of the total membership of the House.
[12] The Ministry sometimes referred to as "Green Ministry" in India is Ministry of-
A.
Agriculture and Rural Development
B.
Environment and Forests
C.
Surface and Transport
D.
Urban Development and Landscaping
Ans:
Environment and Forests
Explanation :
The Union Ministry of Environment and Forests is also known as 'Green Ministry' as it is responsible for planning, promoting, coordinating, and overseeing the implementation of environmental and forestry programmes in the country. The main activities undertaken by the ministry include conservation and survey of the flora of India and fauna of India, forests and other wilderness areas; prevention and control of pollution; afforestation, and land degradation mitigation. It is responsible for the administration of the national parks of India.
[13] In Presidential Government, the President is –
A.
independent of the Legislature
B.
dependent on the Legislature
C.
dependent on the Judiciary
D.
bound by the advice of the Council of Ministers
Ans:
independent of the Legislature
Explanation :
Presidential Government is a system of government in which the president is constitutionally independent of the legislature. In it, the head of government is also head of state and leads an executive branch that is separate from the legislative branch. The United States, for instance, has a presidential system.
[14] Which one of the following is not an elected member of the House?
A.
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
B.
Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha
C.
Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
D.
Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Explanation :
Vice president is ex-officio chairman of Rajya Sabha. He is elected as Vice president not the member of Rajya Sabha.
[15] A judge of the Supreme Court can be removed by -
A.
President of India
B.
The Prime minister
C.
The President after an address by the Parliament
D.
The speaker
Ans:
The President after an address by the Parliament
Explanation :
By the President after a resolution of Parliament passed by a majority of its members and two third majority of the members present and voting in each house.
[16] The State Commission submits its annual report to the -
A.
Governor
B.
State Government
C.
Chief Justice of the High Court
D.
Chief Justice of India
Ans:
Governor
Explanation :
The Government of India Act, 1935 provided for the establishment of the Public Service Commission at the Provincial level known as the State Public Service Commission and the constitution of India gave it a constitutional status as autonomous bodies. The State Public Service Commissions were constituted under the provisions of the Constitution of India. The annual report of the state Public Service Commission regarding its performance is submitted to the governor. The governor then gets this report laid before the state legislature, together with a memorandum explaining the cases where the advice of the commission was not accepted and the reason for such non acceptance.
[17] The Indian Parliament is competent to enact law on a State subject if –
A.
emergency under Article 352 is in operation
B.
all the state Assemblies of the country make such a request
C.
the President sends such a message to Parliament
D.
None of these
Ans:
emergency under Article 352 is in operation
Explanation :
When National emergency 7 under article 352 is in force, the Parliament can make laws on the 66 subjects of the State List (which contains subjects on which the state governments can make laws). Also, all money bills are referred to the Parliament for its approval.
[18] Article 40 of the Constitution of India advises the State to work for -
A.
Uniform Civil Code
B.
Organisation of Village Panchayats
C.
Constitution of Municipalities
D.
Living wages for workers
Ans:
Organisation of Village Panchayats
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian constitution deals with organisation of village panchayats.
[19] In Indian Parliament, a bill may be sent to a select committee –
A.
after the first reading
B.
after the second reading
C.
after general discussion during second reading
D.
at any stage at the discretion of the Speaker
Ans:
at any stage at the discretion of the Speaker
Explanation :
When a Bill comes up before a House for general discussion, it is open to that House to refer it to a Select Committee of the House or a Joint Committee of the two Houses. A motion has to be moved and adopted to this effect in the House in which the Bill comes up for consideration. In case the motion adopted is for reference of the Bill to a Joint Committee, the decision is conveyed to the other House requesting them to nominate members of the other House to serve on the Committee. The Select or Joint Committee considers the Bill clause by clause just as the two Houses do. Amendments can be moved to various clauses by members of the Committee.
[20] Rajya Sabha enjoys more powers than the Lok Sabha in the case of –
A.
Money Bills
B.
Non-money bills
C.
Setting up of new All-India Services
D.
Amendment of the Constitution.
Ans:
Setting up of new All-India Services
Explanation :
Under the Constitution the Rajya Sabha is granted some powers exclusively. The Rajya Sabha, under Article 249, may by a special majority of two-thirds votes adopt a resolution asking the Parliament to make laws on subjects of the State list, in the national interest. Secondly, Rajya Sabha can take steps to create All India Services by adopting resolutions supported by special majority in the national interest. If the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by a majority of not less than two-third of the members present and voting that it is necessary or expedient in the national interest, to create one or more all-India services, Parliament by law may provide for such services. Thirdly, Rajya Sabha has the exclusive right to initiate a resolution for the removal of the Vice-President.
[21] Who is competent to dissolve the Raajya Sabha?
A.
The Chairman, Rajya Sabha
B.
The President
C.
The Joint-session of Parliament
D.
None of these
Ans:
None of these
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third Members of Rajya Sabha retire after every second year. A member who is elected for a full term serves for a peri od of six years. The election held to fill a vacancy arising otherwise than by retirement of a member on the expiration of his term of office is called `Bye-election'. A member elected in a bye-election remains member for the remainder of the term of the member who had resigned or died or disqualified to be member of the House under the Tenth Schedule.
[22] Who has the power of annulment or suspension of Acts and Resolutions of the Autonomous District and Regional Councils?
A.
The Governor
B.
The President
C.
The Chief Minister of the State
D.
The Prime Minister
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution is an article that gives autonomous status to the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The article is drafted in Part XXI of the Constitution: Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions.
[23] Which one of the following regarding the procedure and conduct of business in the Parliament is not correct?
A.
To discuss State matters
B.
To discuss issues of the use of police force in suppressing the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities
C.
To discuss issues in dealing with violent disturbances in an Undertaking under the control of the Union Government
D.
To discuss issues for putting down the demands of the industrial labour
Ans:
To discuss State matters
Explanation :
The reports of the Comptroller and Auditor-General of India relating to the accounts of the Union shall be submitted to the president, who shall cause them to be laid before each House of Parliament.
[24] Which one of the following fundamental rights was described by Dr. B.R.Ambedkar as the heart and soul of the Constitution?
A.
Right to religion
B.
Right to constitutional remedies
C.
Right to property
D.
Right to education
Ans:
Right to constitutional remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, 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.
[25] No person shall be a citizen of India if he has –
A.
lived in a foreign country for more than five years
B.
been convicted by a foreign court of law
C.
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
D.
accepted employment in another country
Ans:
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
Explanation :
Article 9 of the Indian Constitution deals with persons voluntarily acquiring citizenship of a foreign State. It states that no person shall be a citizen of India by virtue of article 5, or be deemed to be a citizen of India by virtue of article 6 or article 8, if he has voluntarily acquired the citizenship of any foreign State.
Explanation :
Presidential Government is a system of government in which the president is constitutionally independent of the legislature. In it, the head of government is also head of state and leads an executive branch that is separate from the legislative branch. The United States, for instance, has a presidential system.
[14] Which one of the following is not an elected member of the House?
A.
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
B.
Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha
C.
Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
D.
Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Ans:
Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Explanation :
Vice president is ex-officio chairman of Rajya Sabha. He is elected as Vice president not the member of Rajya Sabha.
[15] A judge of the Supreme Court can be removed by -
A.
President of India
B.
The Prime minister
C.
The President after an address by the Parliament
D.
The speaker
Ans:
The President after an address by the Parliament
Explanation :
By the President after a resolution of Parliament passed by a majority of its members and two third majority of the members present and voting in each house.
[16] The State Commission submits its annual report to the -
A.
Governor
B.
State Government
C.
Chief Justice of the High Court
D.
Chief Justice of India
Ans:
Governor
Explanation :
The Government of India Act, 1935 provided for the establishment of the Public Service Commission at the Provincial level known as the State Public Service Commission and the constitution of India gave it a constitutional status as autonomous bodies. The State Public Service Commissions were constituted under the provisions of the Constitution of India. The annual report of the state Public Service Commission regarding its performance is submitted to the governor. The governor then gets this report laid before the state legislature, together with a memorandum explaining the cases where the advice of the commission was not accepted and the reason for such non acceptance.
[17] The Indian Parliament is competent to enact law on a State subject if –
A.
emergency under Article 352 is in operation
B.
all the state Assemblies of the country make such a request
C.
the President sends such a message to Parliament
D.
None of these
Ans:
emergency under Article 352 is in operation
Explanation :
When National emergency 7 under article 352 is in force, the Parliament can make laws on the 66 subjects of the State List (which contains subjects on which the state governments can make laws). Also, all money bills are referred to the Parliament for its approval.
[18] Article 40 of the Constitution of India advises the State to work for -
A.
Uniform Civil Code
B.
Organisation of Village Panchayats
C.
Constitution of Municipalities
D.
Living wages for workers
Ans:
Organisation of Village Panchayats
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian constitution deals with organisation of village panchayats.
[19] In Indian Parliament, a bill may be sent to a select committee –
A.
after the first reading
B.
after the second reading
C.
after general discussion during second reading
D.
at any stage at the discretion of the Speaker
Ans:
at any stage at the discretion of the Speaker
Explanation :
When a Bill comes up before a House for general discussion, it is open to that House to refer it to a Select Committee of the House or a Joint Committee of the two Houses. A motion has to be moved and adopted to this effect in the House in which the Bill comes up for consideration. In case the motion adopted is for reference of the Bill to a Joint Committee, the decision is conveyed to the other House requesting them to nominate members of the other House to serve on the Committee. The Select or Joint Committee considers the Bill clause by clause just as the two Houses do. Amendments can be moved to various clauses by members of the Committee.
[20] Rajya Sabha enjoys more powers than the Lok Sabha in the case of –
A.
Money Bills
B.
Non-money bills
C.
Setting up of new All-India Services
D.
Amendment of the Constitution.
Ans:
Setting up of new All-India Services
Explanation :
Under the Constitution the Rajya Sabha is granted some powers exclusively. The Rajya Sabha, under Article 249, may by a special majority of two-thirds votes adopt a resolution asking the Parliament to make laws on subjects of the State list, in the national interest. Secondly, Rajya Sabha can take steps to create All India Services by adopting resolutions supported by special majority in the national interest. If the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by a majority of not less than two-third of the members present and voting that it is necessary or expedient in the national interest, to create one or more all-India services, Parliament by law may provide for such services. Thirdly, Rajya Sabha has the exclusive right to initiate a resolution for the removal of the Vice-President.
[21] Who is competent to dissolve the Raajya Sabha?
A.
The Chairman, Rajya Sabha
B.
The President
C.
The Joint-session of Parliament
D.
None of these
Ans:
None of these
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third Members of Rajya Sabha retire after every second year. A member who is elected for a full term serves for a peri od of six years. The election held to fill a vacancy arising otherwise than by retirement of a member on the expiration of his term of office is called `Bye-election'. A member elected in a bye-election remains member for the remainder of the term of the member who had resigned or died or disqualified to be member of the House under the Tenth Schedule.
[22] Who has the power of annulment or suspension of Acts and Resolutions of the Autonomous District and Regional Councils?
A.
The Governor
B.
The President
C.
The Chief Minister of the State
D.
The Prime Minister
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution is an article that gives autonomous status to the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The article is drafted in Part XXI of the Constitution: Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions.
[23] Which one of the following regarding the procedure and conduct of business in the Parliament is not correct?
A.
To discuss State matters
B.
To discuss issues of the use of police force in suppressing the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities
C.
To discuss issues in dealing with violent disturbances in an Undertaking under the control of the Union Government
D.
To discuss issues for putting down the demands of the industrial labour
Ans:
To discuss State matters
Explanation :
The reports of the Comptroller and Auditor-General of India relating to the accounts of the Union shall be submitted to the president, who shall cause them to be laid before each House of Parliament.
[24] Which one of the following fundamental rights was described by Dr. B.R.Ambedkar as the heart and soul of the Constitution?
A.
Right to religion
B.
Right to constitutional remedies
C.
Right to property
D.
Right to education
Ans:
Right to constitutional remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, 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.
[25] No person shall be a citizen of India if he has –
A.
lived in a foreign country for more than five years
B.
been convicted by a foreign court of law
C.
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
D.
accepted employment in another country
Ans:
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
Explanation :
Article 9 of the Indian Constitution deals with persons voluntarily acquiring citizenship of a foreign State. It states that no person shall be a citizen of India by virtue of article 5, or be deemed to be a citizen of India by virtue of article 6 or article 8, if he has voluntarily acquired the citizenship of any foreign State.
Explanation :
By the President after a resolution of Parliament passed by a majority of its members and two third majority of the members present and voting in each house.
[16] The State Commission submits its annual report to the -
A.
Governor
B.
State Government
C.
Chief Justice of the High Court
D.
Chief Justice of India
Ans:
Governor
Explanation :
The Government of India Act, 1935 provided for the establishment of the Public Service Commission at the Provincial level known as the State Public Service Commission and the constitution of India gave it a constitutional status as autonomous bodies. The State Public Service Commissions were constituted under the provisions of the Constitution of India. The annual report of the state Public Service Commission regarding its performance is submitted to the governor. The governor then gets this report laid before the state legislature, together with a memorandum explaining the cases where the advice of the commission was not accepted and the reason for such non acceptance.
[17] The Indian Parliament is competent to enact law on a State subject if –
A.
emergency under Article 352 is in operation
B.
all the state Assemblies of the country make such a request
C.
the President sends such a message to Parliament
D.
None of these
Ans:
emergency under Article 352 is in operation
Explanation :
When National emergency 7 under article 352 is in force, the Parliament can make laws on the 66 subjects of the State List (which contains subjects on which the state governments can make laws). Also, all money bills are referred to the Parliament for its approval.
[18] Article 40 of the Constitution of India advises the State to work for -
A.
Uniform Civil Code
B.
Organisation of Village Panchayats
C.
Constitution of Municipalities
D.
Living wages for workers
Ans:
Organisation of Village Panchayats
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian constitution deals with organisation of village panchayats.
[19] In Indian Parliament, a bill may be sent to a select committee –
A.
after the first reading
B.
after the second reading
C.
after general discussion during second reading
D.
at any stage at the discretion of the Speaker
Ans:
at any stage at the discretion of the Speaker
Explanation :
When a Bill comes up before a House for general discussion, it is open to that House to refer it to a Select Committee of the House or a Joint Committee of the two Houses. A motion has to be moved and adopted to this effect in the House in which the Bill comes up for consideration. In case the motion adopted is for reference of the Bill to a Joint Committee, the decision is conveyed to the other House requesting them to nominate members of the other House to serve on the Committee. The Select or Joint Committee considers the Bill clause by clause just as the two Houses do. Amendments can be moved to various clauses by members of the Committee.
[20] Rajya Sabha enjoys more powers than the Lok Sabha in the case of –
A.
Money Bills
B.
Non-money bills
C.
Setting up of new All-India Services
D.
Amendment of the Constitution.
Ans:
Setting up of new All-India Services
Explanation :
Under the Constitution the Rajya Sabha is granted some powers exclusively. The Rajya Sabha, under Article 249, may by a special majority of two-thirds votes adopt a resolution asking the Parliament to make laws on subjects of the State list, in the national interest. Secondly, Rajya Sabha can take steps to create All India Services by adopting resolutions supported by special majority in the national interest. If the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by a majority of not less than two-third of the members present and voting that it is necessary or expedient in the national interest, to create one or more all-India services, Parliament by law may provide for such services. Thirdly, Rajya Sabha has the exclusive right to initiate a resolution for the removal of the Vice-President.
[21] Who is competent to dissolve the Raajya Sabha?
A.
The Chairman, Rajya Sabha
B.
The President
C.
The Joint-session of Parliament
D.
None of these
Ans:
None of these
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third Members of Rajya Sabha retire after every second year. A member who is elected for a full term serves for a peri od of six years. The election held to fill a vacancy arising otherwise than by retirement of a member on the expiration of his term of office is called `Bye-election'. A member elected in a bye-election remains member for the remainder of the term of the member who had resigned or died or disqualified to be member of the House under the Tenth Schedule.
[22] Who has the power of annulment or suspension of Acts and Resolutions of the Autonomous District and Regional Councils?
A.
The Governor
B.
The President
C.
The Chief Minister of the State
D.
The Prime Minister
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution is an article that gives autonomous status to the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The article is drafted in Part XXI of the Constitution: Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions.
[23] Which one of the following regarding the procedure and conduct of business in the Parliament is not correct?
A.
To discuss State matters
B.
To discuss issues of the use of police force in suppressing the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities
C.
To discuss issues in dealing with violent disturbances in an Undertaking under the control of the Union Government
D.
To discuss issues for putting down the demands of the industrial labour
Ans:
To discuss State matters
Explanation :
The reports of the Comptroller and Auditor-General of India relating to the accounts of the Union shall be submitted to the president, who shall cause them to be laid before each House of Parliament.
[24] Which one of the following fundamental rights was described by Dr. B.R.Ambedkar as the heart and soul of the Constitution?
A.
Right to religion
B.
Right to constitutional remedies
C.
Right to property
D.
Right to education
Ans:
Right to constitutional remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, 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.
[25] No person shall be a citizen of India if he has –
A.
lived in a foreign country for more than five years
B.
been convicted by a foreign court of law
C.
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
D.
accepted employment in another country
Ans:
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
Explanation :
Article 9 of the Indian Constitution deals with persons voluntarily acquiring citizenship of a foreign State. It states that no person shall be a citizen of India by virtue of article 5, or be deemed to be a citizen of India by virtue of article 6 or article 8, if he has voluntarily acquired the citizenship of any foreign State.
Explanation :
When National emergency 7 under article 352 is in force, the Parliament can make laws on the 66 subjects of the State List (which contains subjects on which the state governments can make laws). Also, all money bills are referred to the Parliament for its approval.
[18] Article 40 of the Constitution of India advises the State to work for -
A.
Uniform Civil Code
B.
Organisation of Village Panchayats
C.
Constitution of Municipalities
D.
Living wages for workers
Ans:
Organisation of Village Panchayats
Explanation :
Article 40 of the Indian constitution deals with organisation of village panchayats.
[19] In Indian Parliament, a bill may be sent to a select committee –
A.
after the first reading
B.
after the second reading
C.
after general discussion during second reading
D.
at any stage at the discretion of the Speaker
Ans:
at any stage at the discretion of the Speaker
Explanation :
When a Bill comes up before a House for general discussion, it is open to that House to refer it to a Select Committee of the House or a Joint Committee of the two Houses. A motion has to be moved and adopted to this effect in the House in which the Bill comes up for consideration. In case the motion adopted is for reference of the Bill to a Joint Committee, the decision is conveyed to the other House requesting them to nominate members of the other House to serve on the Committee. The Select or Joint Committee considers the Bill clause by clause just as the two Houses do. Amendments can be moved to various clauses by members of the Committee.
[20] Rajya Sabha enjoys more powers than the Lok Sabha in the case of –
A.
Money Bills
B.
Non-money bills
C.
Setting up of new All-India Services
D.
Amendment of the Constitution.
Ans:
Setting up of new All-India Services
Explanation :
Under the Constitution the Rajya Sabha is granted some powers exclusively. The Rajya Sabha, under Article 249, may by a special majority of two-thirds votes adopt a resolution asking the Parliament to make laws on subjects of the State list, in the national interest. Secondly, Rajya Sabha can take steps to create All India Services by adopting resolutions supported by special majority in the national interest. If the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by a majority of not less than two-third of the members present and voting that it is necessary or expedient in the national interest, to create one or more all-India services, Parliament by law may provide for such services. Thirdly, Rajya Sabha has the exclusive right to initiate a resolution for the removal of the Vice-President.
[21] Who is competent to dissolve the Raajya Sabha?
A.
The Chairman, Rajya Sabha
B.
The President
C.
The Joint-session of Parliament
D.
None of these
Ans:
None of these
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third Members of Rajya Sabha retire after every second year. A member who is elected for a full term serves for a peri od of six years. The election held to fill a vacancy arising otherwise than by retirement of a member on the expiration of his term of office is called `Bye-election'. A member elected in a bye-election remains member for the remainder of the term of the member who had resigned or died or disqualified to be member of the House under the Tenth Schedule.
[22] Who has the power of annulment or suspension of Acts and Resolutions of the Autonomous District and Regional Councils?
A.
The Governor
B.
The President
C.
The Chief Minister of the State
D.
The Prime Minister
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution is an article that gives autonomous status to the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The article is drafted in Part XXI of the Constitution: Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions.
[23] Which one of the following regarding the procedure and conduct of business in the Parliament is not correct?
A.
To discuss State matters
B.
To discuss issues of the use of police force in suppressing the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities
C.
To discuss issues in dealing with violent disturbances in an Undertaking under the control of the Union Government
D.
To discuss issues for putting down the demands of the industrial labour
Ans:
To discuss State matters
Explanation :
The reports of the Comptroller and Auditor-General of India relating to the accounts of the Union shall be submitted to the president, who shall cause them to be laid before each House of Parliament.
[24] Which one of the following fundamental rights was described by Dr. B.R.Ambedkar as the heart and soul of the Constitution?
A.
Right to religion
B.
Right to constitutional remedies
C.
Right to property
D.
Right to education
Ans:
Right to constitutional remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, 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.
[25] No person shall be a citizen of India if he has –
A.
lived in a foreign country for more than five years
B.
been convicted by a foreign court of law
C.
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
D.
accepted employment in another country
Ans:
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
Explanation :
Article 9 of the Indian Constitution deals with persons voluntarily acquiring citizenship of a foreign State. It states that no person shall be a citizen of India by virtue of article 5, or be deemed to be a citizen of India by virtue of article 6 or article 8, if he has voluntarily acquired the citizenship of any foreign State.
Explanation :
When a Bill comes up before a House for general discussion, it is open to that House to refer it to a Select Committee of the House or a Joint Committee of the two Houses. A motion has to be moved and adopted to this effect in the House in which the Bill comes up for consideration. In case the motion adopted is for reference of the Bill to a Joint Committee, the decision is conveyed to the other House requesting them to nominate members of the other House to serve on the Committee. The Select or Joint Committee considers the Bill clause by clause just as the two Houses do. Amendments can be moved to various clauses by members of the Committee.
[20] Rajya Sabha enjoys more powers than the Lok Sabha in the case of –
A.
Money Bills
B.
Non-money bills
C.
Setting up of new All-India Services
D.
Amendment of the Constitution.
Ans:
Setting up of new All-India Services
Explanation :
Under the Constitution the Rajya Sabha is granted some powers exclusively. The Rajya Sabha, under Article 249, may by a special majority of two-thirds votes adopt a resolution asking the Parliament to make laws on subjects of the State list, in the national interest. Secondly, Rajya Sabha can take steps to create All India Services by adopting resolutions supported by special majority in the national interest. If the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by a majority of not less than two-third of the members present and voting that it is necessary or expedient in the national interest, to create one or more all-India services, Parliament by law may provide for such services. Thirdly, Rajya Sabha has the exclusive right to initiate a resolution for the removal of the Vice-President.
[21] Who is competent to dissolve the Raajya Sabha?
A.
The Chairman, Rajya Sabha
B.
The President
C.
The Joint-session of Parliament
D.
None of these
Ans:
None of these
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third Members of Rajya Sabha retire after every second year. A member who is elected for a full term serves for a peri od of six years. The election held to fill a vacancy arising otherwise than by retirement of a member on the expiration of his term of office is called `Bye-election'. A member elected in a bye-election remains member for the remainder of the term of the member who had resigned or died or disqualified to be member of the House under the Tenth Schedule.
[22] Who has the power of annulment or suspension of Acts and Resolutions of the Autonomous District and Regional Councils?
A.
The Governor
B.
The President
C.
The Chief Minister of the State
D.
The Prime Minister
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution is an article that gives autonomous status to the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The article is drafted in Part XXI of the Constitution: Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions.
[23] Which one of the following regarding the procedure and conduct of business in the Parliament is not correct?
A.
To discuss State matters
B.
To discuss issues of the use of police force in suppressing the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities
C.
To discuss issues in dealing with violent disturbances in an Undertaking under the control of the Union Government
D.
To discuss issues for putting down the demands of the industrial labour
Ans:
To discuss State matters
Explanation :
The reports of the Comptroller and Auditor-General of India relating to the accounts of the Union shall be submitted to the president, who shall cause them to be laid before each House of Parliament.
[24] Which one of the following fundamental rights was described by Dr. B.R.Ambedkar as the heart and soul of the Constitution?
A.
Right to religion
B.
Right to constitutional remedies
C.
Right to property
D.
Right to education
Ans:
Right to constitutional remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, 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.
[25] No person shall be a citizen of India if he has –
A.
lived in a foreign country for more than five years
B.
been convicted by a foreign court of law
C.
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
D.
accepted employment in another country
Ans:
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
Explanation :
Article 9 of the Indian Constitution deals with persons voluntarily acquiring citizenship of a foreign State. It states that no person shall be a citizen of India by virtue of article 5, or be deemed to be a citizen of India by virtue of article 6 or article 8, if he has voluntarily acquired the citizenship of any foreign State.
Explanation :
Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is not subject to dissolution. However, one-third Members of Rajya Sabha retire after every second year. A member who is elected for a full term serves for a peri od of six years. The election held to fill a vacancy arising otherwise than by retirement of a member on the expiration of his term of office is called `Bye-election'. A member elected in a bye-election remains member for the remainder of the term of the member who had resigned or died or disqualified to be member of the House under the Tenth Schedule.
[22] Who has the power of annulment or suspension of Acts and Resolutions of the Autonomous District and Regional Councils?
A.
The Governor
B.
The President
C.
The Chief Minister of the State
D.
The Prime Minister
Ans:
The President
Explanation :
Article 370 of the Indian constitution is an article that gives autonomous status to the state of Jammu and Kashmir. The article is drafted in Part XXI of the Constitution: Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions.
[23] Which one of the following regarding the procedure and conduct of business in the Parliament is not correct?
A.
To discuss State matters
B.
To discuss issues of the use of police force in suppressing the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities
C.
To discuss issues in dealing with violent disturbances in an Undertaking under the control of the Union Government
D.
To discuss issues for putting down the demands of the industrial labour
Ans:
To discuss State matters
Explanation :
The reports of the Comptroller and Auditor-General of India relating to the accounts of the Union shall be submitted to the president, who shall cause them to be laid before each House of Parliament.
[24] Which one of the following fundamental rights was described by Dr. B.R.Ambedkar as the heart and soul of the Constitution?
A.
Right to religion
B.
Right to constitutional remedies
C.
Right to property
D.
Right to education
Ans:
Right to constitutional remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, 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.
[25] No person shall be a citizen of India if he has –
A.
lived in a foreign country for more than five years
B.
been convicted by a foreign court of law
C.
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
D.
accepted employment in another country
Ans:
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
Explanation :
Article 9 of the Indian Constitution deals with persons voluntarily acquiring citizenship of a foreign State. It states that no person shall be a citizen of India by virtue of article 5, or be deemed to be a citizen of India by virtue of article 6 or article 8, if he has voluntarily acquired the citizenship of any foreign State.
Explanation :
The reports of the Comptroller and Auditor-General of India relating to the accounts of the Union shall be submitted to the president, who shall cause them to be laid before each House of Parliament.
[24] Which one of the following fundamental rights was described by Dr. B.R.Ambedkar as the heart and soul of the Constitution?
A.
Right to religion
B.
Right to constitutional remedies
C.
Right to property
D.
Right to education
Ans:
Right to constitutional remedies
Explanation :
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, 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.
[25] No person shall be a citizen of India if he has –
A.
lived in a foreign country for more than five years
B.
been convicted by a foreign court of law
C.
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
D.
accepted employment in another country
Ans:
voluntarily acquired citizen ship of another country
Explanation :
Article 9 of the Indian Constitution deals with persons voluntarily acquiring citizenship of a foreign State. It states that no person shall be a citizen of India by virtue of article 5, or be deemed to be a citizen of India by virtue of article 6 or article 8, if he has voluntarily acquired the citizenship of any foreign State.
Explanation :
Article 9 of the Indian Constitution deals with persons voluntarily acquiring citizenship of a foreign State. It states that no person shall be a citizen of India by virtue of article 5, or be deemed to be a citizen of India by virtue of article 6 or article 8, if he has voluntarily acquired the citizenship of any foreign State.