[1] When was the comprehensive reorganisation of Indian States completed in accordance with the recommendations of States Reorgani-sation Commission?
A.
1953
B.
1956
C.
1960
D.
1966
Ans:
1956
Explanation :
The States Reorganisation Commission (SRC) was a body constituted by the Central Government of India in 1953 to recommend the reorganization of state boundaries along the linguistic lines. Some of its recommendations were implemented in the States Reorganisation Act of 1956. Although additional changes to India's state boundaries have been made since 1956, the States Reorganisation Act of 1956 remains the single most extensive change in. state boundaries since the independence of India in 1947.
[2] Voting right by the youth at the age of 18 years was exercised for the first time in the general election of -
A.
1987
B.
1988
C.
1989
D.
1990
Ans:
1989
Explanation :
61th amendment, 1989 on amending article 326 reduced age for voting rights from 21 to 18.
[3] Who interprets the Constitution?
A.
Legislature
B.
Executive
C.
Judiciary
D.
President
Ans:
Judiciary
Explanation :
The key function of the Judiciary is the adjudication of civil and criminal cases. In addition, it interprets the constitution and gives effect to its provisions, as well as providing the expertise in interpreting of the laws. Further, the Judiciary performs other related duties in promotion of human rights, social justice and morality.
[4] A law made by the Judiciary is known as –
A.
Ordinary law
B.
Case law
C.
Rule of law
D.
Administrative law
Ans:
Case law
Explanation :
Law developed in a court is often referred to as Case Law, or Common law, It can serve as a precedent. It serves as a guideline for future court cases, used as a reference point for similar decisions. In most countries, the term is applied to any set of rulings on law which is guided by previous rulings, for example, previous decisions of a government agency—that is, precedential case law can arise from either a judicial ruling or a ruling of an adjudication within an executive branch agency.
[5] What is the retirement age for a Supreme Court Judge?
A.
62 years
B.
68 years
C.
65 years
D.
70 years
Ans:
65 years
Explanation :
All Judges of Supreme Court are appointed by the President of India. Supreme Court Judges retire at the age of 65. A judge of Supreme Court can be removed by the procedure prescribed in Article 124(D) of constitution of India on ground of proved misconduct or incapacity or judge resigning from his office.
[6] When was the Panchayati Raj System introduced in India?
A.
1950 A.D.
B.
1954 A.D.
C.
1947 A.D.
D.
1962 A.D.
Ans:
1954 A.D.
Explanation :
In 1954, the government of India established the Balwant Rai Mehta committee for suggesting some major reforms which suggested the organization of Panchayati Raj in rural India. It was to act both as an instrument of rural local self-government as well as an agency for community development. It recommended the creation of the three tier Panchayati Raj- Panchayats at the village level, Panchayat Samitis at the block level and Zila Parishads at the district level. The National Development council accepted the recommendations of Balwant Rai Mehta committee in 1958. The Government of India then called upon all the states to implement these recommendations. On 2nd October 1959, Rajasthan came to be the first State to establish Panchayati Raj. Thereafter, Andhra Pradesh, Punjab, West Bengal, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Orissa, Bihar, Kerala, J & K, Himachal Pradesh and in fact all states introduced Panchayati Raj in their respective areas by passing necessary laws.
[7] Which is not the concern of the local government?
A.
Public Health
B.
Sanitation
C.
Law and Order
D.
Public Utility Services
Ans:
Law and Order
Explanation :
State list consists of 61 items (previously 66 items). Uniformity is desirable but not essential on items in this list: maintaining law and order, police forces, healthcare, transport, land policies, electricity in state, village administration, etc. The state legislature has exclusive power to make laws on these subjects. But in certain circumstances, the parliament can also make laws on subjects mentioned in the State list.
[8] Which Article of the Constitution of India abolishes untouchability and forbids its practice in any form?
A.
Article 16
B.
Article 17
C.
Article 18
D.
Article 15
Ans:
Article 17
Explanation :
Article 17 of the constitution abolishes the practice of untouchability. Practice of untouchability is an offense and anyone doing so is punishable by law. The Untouchability Offences Act of 1955 (renamed to Protection of Civil Rights Act in 1976) provided penalties for preventing a person from entering a place of worship or from taking water from a tank or well.
[9] Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the institution of Panchayati Raj?
A.
Article. 36
B.
Article. 39
C.
Article 40
D.
Article. 48
Ans:
Article 40
Explanation :
During the drafting of the Constitution of India, Panchayati Raj Institutions were placed in the non- justiciable part of the Constitution, the Directive Principles of State Policy, as Article 40. The Article read 'the State shall take steps to organise village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self-government'. However, no worthwhile legislation was enacted either at the national or state level to implement it.
[10] Article 1 of the Constitution declares India as –
A.
Federal State
B.
Quasi-Federal State
C.
Unitary State
D.
Union of States
Ans:
Union of States
Explanation :
Article 1 of the Constitution declares that India, that is Bharat, shall be a Union of States; the sates and the territories thereof shall be as specified in the First Schedule; and the territory of India shall comprise the territories of the States, the Union territories specified in the First Schedule; and such other territories as may be acquired.
[11] Who was the Constitutional Advisor to the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
B.
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
C.
Sir B.N. Rao
D.
Shri K.M. Munshi
Ans:
Sir B.N. Rao
Explanation :
Explanaton: Benegal Narsing Rau was an Indian bureaucrat, jurist, diplomat and statesman known for his key role in drafting the Constitution of India. He was also India's representative to the United Nations Security Council from 1950 to 1952. B.N. Rau was appointed as the Constitutional Adviser to the Constituent Assembly in formulating the Indian Constitution. He was responsible for the general structure of the its democratic framework of the Constitution and prepared its original draft. The President of the Constituent Assembly Dr. Rajendra Prasad, before signing the Constitution on 26 November, 1949, thanked Rau for having 'worked honorarily all the time that he was here, assisting the assembly not only with his knowledge and erudition but also enabled the other members to perform their duties with thoroughness and intelligence by supplying them with the material on which they could work.'
[12] Which of the following countries has introduced "direct democracy"?
A.
Russia
B.
India
C.
France
D.
Switzerland
Ans:
Switzerland
Explanation :
Direct democracy is a form of democracy in which people vote on policy initiatives directly, as opposed to a representative democracy in which people vote for representatives who then vote on policy initiatives, Many countries that are representative democracies allow for three forms of political action that provide limited direct democracy: referendum (plebiscite), initiative, and recall. Referendums can include the ability to hold a binding vote on whether a given law should be rejected. This effectively grants the populace which holds suffrage a veto on a law adopted by the elected legislature (one nation to use this system is Switzerland).
[13] The Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution was –
A.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Dr. Raiendra Prasad
C.
Mahatma Gandhi
D.
Dr, B.R, Ambedkar
Ans:
Dr, B.R, Ambedkar
Explanation :
On the 14 August, 1947 meeting of the Assembly, a proposal for forming various committees was presented. Such committees included a Committee on Fundamental Rights, the Union Powers Committee and Union Constitution Committee. On 29 August, 1947, the Drafting Committee was appointed, with Dr B. R. Ambedkar as the Chairman along with six other members assisted by a constitutional advisor.
[14] Who was the Chairman of the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
B.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
C.
Dr. B. N. Rau
D.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Explanation :
Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha was the first president (temporary chairman.) of the Constituent Assembly when it met on December 9, 1946. Dr. Rajendra Prasad then became the President of the Constituent Assembly, and would later become the first President of India.
[15] The Government of India Act, 1935 was based on :
A.
Simon Commission
B.
Lord Curzon Commission
C.
Dimitrov Thesis
D.
Lord Clive's report
Ans:
Simon Commission
Explanation :
The provincial part of the Government of India Act, 1935 basically followed the recommendations of the Simon Commission. Simon Commission had proposed almost fully responsible government in the provinces. Under the 1935 Act, provincial dyarchy was abolished; i.e. all provincial portfolios were to be placed in charge of ministers enjoying the support of the provincial legislatures.
[16] Who described the Government of India Act, 1935 as a new charter of bondage?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Rajendra Prasad
C.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
D.
B. R. Ambedkar
Ans:
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation :
At the Faizpur Session of the Congress in December 1936, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, In his Presidential Address, referred to the Government of India Act 1935 as "The new Charter of Bondage" which was being imposed upon them despite complete rejection. He said that the Congress was going to the Legislatures to combat the Act and seek to end it.
[17] Who has the right to seek advisory opinion of the Supreme Court of India, on any question of law?
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Any of the high courts
D.
All of the above
Ans:
President
Explanation :
President has the right to seek advisory opinion of the supreme court of India.
[18] The proposal relating to dismissal of the Vice-President Can be presented in -
A.
any House of the Parliament
B.
the Rajya Sabha
C.
The Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
the Rajya Sabha
Explanation :
Proposal of dismissal of the Vice president can be presented in Rajya Sabha.
[19] In case the President wishes to resign, to whom is he to address his resignation letter?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Secretary of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Vice President
Explanation :
Article 56 of the Indian Constitution says that the President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date he takes up his post. Article 56 also provided that the President may, by writing under his hand addressed to the Vice-President, resign his office.
[20] Who among the following Indian Prime Ministers resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha?
A.
Chandra Shekhar
B.
Morarji Desai
C.
Chaudhary Charan Singh
D.
V.P. Singh
Ans:
Chaudhary Charan Singh
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the Prime Minister who resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha. Chaudhuri Charan Singh was the sixth Prime Minister, serving from 28 July 1979 until 14 January 1980.
[21] In which part of the Indian Constitution, legislative relation between centre and state is given?
A.
X
B.
XI
C.
XII
D.
XIII
Ans:
XI
Explanation :
In part XI relations between the union and the states is mentioned. Part XIII deals with Trade and commerce within the territory of India. Part XII is about Finance, property, contracts and suits.
[22] The Indian Constitution is divided into -
A.
16 chapters
B.
22 chapters
C.
24 chapters
D.
25 chapters
Ans:
25 chapters
Explanation :
Currently, the Constitution of India has 448 articles in 25 parts and 12 schedules. There are 104 amendments that have been made in the Indian constitution up to January 25, 2020. The very first amendment in the Indian Constitution was made in 1950.
[23] Which article provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation -
A.
Article 12
B.
Article 14
C.
Article 13
D.
Article 18
Ans:
Article 13
Explanation :
Article 13 provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation. The State shall not make any law which takes away or abridges the rights conferred by this part and any law made in contravention of this clause shall, to the extent of the contravention, be void. Article 12 is about definition of Fundamental rights.
[24] Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers parliament to legislate on a subject of the state list?
A.
Article 115
B.
Article 116
C.
Article 226
D.
Article 249
Ans:
Article 249
Explanation :
Article 249 empowers the power of Parliament to legislate with respect to a matter in the state list in the national interest. Article 226 gives power of high courts to issue certain writs. Article 116 deals with votes on account, votes of credit and exceptional grants.
[25] Which of the following articles of Indian Constitution empowers the president to appoint Comptroller and Auditor General of India?
A.
Article 147
B.
Article 148
C.
Article 149
D.
Article 151
Ans:
Article 148
Explanation :
Article 148 deals with Comptroller and Auditor-General of India's appointment. Article 149 deals with duties and powers of the CAG. Article 151 deals with audit reports of CAG.
Explanation :
The States Reorganisation Commission (SRC) was a body constituted by the Central Government of India in 1953 to recommend the reorganization of state boundaries along the linguistic lines. Some of its recommendations were implemented in the States Reorganisation Act of 1956. Although additional changes to India's state boundaries have been made since 1956, the States Reorganisation Act of 1956 remains the single most extensive change in. state boundaries since the independence of India in 1947.
[2] Voting right by the youth at the age of 18 years was exercised for the first time in the general election of -
A.
1987
B.
1988
C.
1989
D.
1990
Ans:
1989
Explanation :
61th amendment, 1989 on amending article 326 reduced age for voting rights from 21 to 18.
[3] Who interprets the Constitution?
A.
Legislature
B.
Executive
C.
Judiciary
D.
President
Ans:
Judiciary
Explanation :
The key function of the Judiciary is the adjudication of civil and criminal cases. In addition, it interprets the constitution and gives effect to its provisions, as well as providing the expertise in interpreting of the laws. Further, the Judiciary performs other related duties in promotion of human rights, social justice and morality.
[4] A law made by the Judiciary is known as –
A.
Ordinary law
B.
Case law
C.
Rule of law
D.
Administrative law
Ans:
Case law
Explanation :
Law developed in a court is often referred to as Case Law, or Common law, It can serve as a precedent. It serves as a guideline for future court cases, used as a reference point for similar decisions. In most countries, the term is applied to any set of rulings on law which is guided by previous rulings, for example, previous decisions of a government agency—that is, precedential case law can arise from either a judicial ruling or a ruling of an adjudication within an executive branch agency.
[5] What is the retirement age for a Supreme Court Judge?
A.
62 years
B.
68 years
C.
65 years
D.
70 years
Ans:
65 years
Explanation :
All Judges of Supreme Court are appointed by the President of India. Supreme Court Judges retire at the age of 65. A judge of Supreme Court can be removed by the procedure prescribed in Article 124(D) of constitution of India on ground of proved misconduct or incapacity or judge resigning from his office.
[6] When was the Panchayati Raj System introduced in India?
A.
1950 A.D.
B.
1954 A.D.
C.
1947 A.D.
D.
1962 A.D.
Ans:
1954 A.D.
Explanation :
In 1954, the government of India established the Balwant Rai Mehta committee for suggesting some major reforms which suggested the organization of Panchayati Raj in rural India. It was to act both as an instrument of rural local self-government as well as an agency for community development. It recommended the creation of the three tier Panchayati Raj- Panchayats at the village level, Panchayat Samitis at the block level and Zila Parishads at the district level. The National Development council accepted the recommendations of Balwant Rai Mehta committee in 1958. The Government of India then called upon all the states to implement these recommendations. On 2nd October 1959, Rajasthan came to be the first State to establish Panchayati Raj. Thereafter, Andhra Pradesh, Punjab, West Bengal, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Orissa, Bihar, Kerala, J & K, Himachal Pradesh and in fact all states introduced Panchayati Raj in their respective areas by passing necessary laws.
[7] Which is not the concern of the local government?
A.
Public Health
B.
Sanitation
C.
Law and Order
D.
Public Utility Services
Ans:
Law and Order
Explanation :
State list consists of 61 items (previously 66 items). Uniformity is desirable but not essential on items in this list: maintaining law and order, police forces, healthcare, transport, land policies, electricity in state, village administration, etc. The state legislature has exclusive power to make laws on these subjects. But in certain circumstances, the parliament can also make laws on subjects mentioned in the State list.
[8] Which Article of the Constitution of India abolishes untouchability and forbids its practice in any form?
A.
Article 16
B.
Article 17
C.
Article 18
D.
Article 15
Ans:
Article 17
Explanation :
Article 17 of the constitution abolishes the practice of untouchability. Practice of untouchability is an offense and anyone doing so is punishable by law. The Untouchability Offences Act of 1955 (renamed to Protection of Civil Rights Act in 1976) provided penalties for preventing a person from entering a place of worship or from taking water from a tank or well.
[9] Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the institution of Panchayati Raj?
A.
Article. 36
B.
Article. 39
C.
Article 40
D.
Article. 48
Ans:
Article 40
Explanation :
During the drafting of the Constitution of India, Panchayati Raj Institutions were placed in the non- justiciable part of the Constitution, the Directive Principles of State Policy, as Article 40. The Article read 'the State shall take steps to organise village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self-government'. However, no worthwhile legislation was enacted either at the national or state level to implement it.
[10] Article 1 of the Constitution declares India as –
A.
Federal State
B.
Quasi-Federal State
C.
Unitary State
D.
Union of States
Ans:
Union of States
Explanation :
Article 1 of the Constitution declares that India, that is Bharat, shall be a Union of States; the sates and the territories thereof shall be as specified in the First Schedule; and the territory of India shall comprise the territories of the States, the Union territories specified in the First Schedule; and such other territories as may be acquired.
[11] Who was the Constitutional Advisor to the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
B.
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
C.
Sir B.N. Rao
D.
Shri K.M. Munshi
Ans:
Sir B.N. Rao
Explanation :
Explanaton: Benegal Narsing Rau was an Indian bureaucrat, jurist, diplomat and statesman known for his key role in drafting the Constitution of India. He was also India's representative to the United Nations Security Council from 1950 to 1952. B.N. Rau was appointed as the Constitutional Adviser to the Constituent Assembly in formulating the Indian Constitution. He was responsible for the general structure of the its democratic framework of the Constitution and prepared its original draft. The President of the Constituent Assembly Dr. Rajendra Prasad, before signing the Constitution on 26 November, 1949, thanked Rau for having 'worked honorarily all the time that he was here, assisting the assembly not only with his knowledge and erudition but also enabled the other members to perform their duties with thoroughness and intelligence by supplying them with the material on which they could work.'
[12] Which of the following countries has introduced "direct democracy"?
A.
Russia
B.
India
C.
France
D.
Switzerland
Ans:
Switzerland
Explanation :
Direct democracy is a form of democracy in which people vote on policy initiatives directly, as opposed to a representative democracy in which people vote for representatives who then vote on policy initiatives, Many countries that are representative democracies allow for three forms of political action that provide limited direct democracy: referendum (plebiscite), initiative, and recall. Referendums can include the ability to hold a binding vote on whether a given law should be rejected. This effectively grants the populace which holds suffrage a veto on a law adopted by the elected legislature (one nation to use this system is Switzerland).
[13] The Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution was –
A.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Dr. Raiendra Prasad
C.
Mahatma Gandhi
D.
Dr, B.R, Ambedkar
Ans:
Dr, B.R, Ambedkar
Explanation :
On the 14 August, 1947 meeting of the Assembly, a proposal for forming various committees was presented. Such committees included a Committee on Fundamental Rights, the Union Powers Committee and Union Constitution Committee. On 29 August, 1947, the Drafting Committee was appointed, with Dr B. R. Ambedkar as the Chairman along with six other members assisted by a constitutional advisor.
[14] Who was the Chairman of the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
B.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
C.
Dr. B. N. Rau
D.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Explanation :
Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha was the first president (temporary chairman.) of the Constituent Assembly when it met on December 9, 1946. Dr. Rajendra Prasad then became the President of the Constituent Assembly, and would later become the first President of India.
[15] The Government of India Act, 1935 was based on :
A.
Simon Commission
B.
Lord Curzon Commission
C.
Dimitrov Thesis
D.
Lord Clive's report
Ans:
Simon Commission
Explanation :
The provincial part of the Government of India Act, 1935 basically followed the recommendations of the Simon Commission. Simon Commission had proposed almost fully responsible government in the provinces. Under the 1935 Act, provincial dyarchy was abolished; i.e. all provincial portfolios were to be placed in charge of ministers enjoying the support of the provincial legislatures.
[16] Who described the Government of India Act, 1935 as a new charter of bondage?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Rajendra Prasad
C.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
D.
B. R. Ambedkar
Ans:
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation :
At the Faizpur Session of the Congress in December 1936, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, In his Presidential Address, referred to the Government of India Act 1935 as "The new Charter of Bondage" which was being imposed upon them despite complete rejection. He said that the Congress was going to the Legislatures to combat the Act and seek to end it.
[17] Who has the right to seek advisory opinion of the Supreme Court of India, on any question of law?
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Any of the high courts
D.
All of the above
Ans:
President
Explanation :
President has the right to seek advisory opinion of the supreme court of India.
[18] The proposal relating to dismissal of the Vice-President Can be presented in -
A.
any House of the Parliament
B.
the Rajya Sabha
C.
The Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
the Rajya Sabha
Explanation :
Proposal of dismissal of the Vice president can be presented in Rajya Sabha.
[19] In case the President wishes to resign, to whom is he to address his resignation letter?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Secretary of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Vice President
Explanation :
Article 56 of the Indian Constitution says that the President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date he takes up his post. Article 56 also provided that the President may, by writing under his hand addressed to the Vice-President, resign his office.
[20] Who among the following Indian Prime Ministers resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha?
A.
Chandra Shekhar
B.
Morarji Desai
C.
Chaudhary Charan Singh
D.
V.P. Singh
Ans:
Chaudhary Charan Singh
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the Prime Minister who resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha. Chaudhuri Charan Singh was the sixth Prime Minister, serving from 28 July 1979 until 14 January 1980.
[21] In which part of the Indian Constitution, legislative relation between centre and state is given?
A.
X
B.
XI
C.
XII
D.
XIII
Ans:
XI
Explanation :
In part XI relations between the union and the states is mentioned. Part XIII deals with Trade and commerce within the territory of India. Part XII is about Finance, property, contracts and suits.
[22] The Indian Constitution is divided into -
A.
16 chapters
B.
22 chapters
C.
24 chapters
D.
25 chapters
Ans:
25 chapters
Explanation :
Currently, the Constitution of India has 448 articles in 25 parts and 12 schedules. There are 104 amendments that have been made in the Indian constitution up to January 25, 2020. The very first amendment in the Indian Constitution was made in 1950.
[23] Which article provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation -
A.
Article 12
B.
Article 14
C.
Article 13
D.
Article 18
Ans:
Article 13
Explanation :
Article 13 provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation. The State shall not make any law which takes away or abridges the rights conferred by this part and any law made in contravention of this clause shall, to the extent of the contravention, be void. Article 12 is about definition of Fundamental rights.
[24] Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers parliament to legislate on a subject of the state list?
A.
Article 115
B.
Article 116
C.
Article 226
D.
Article 249
Ans:
Article 249
Explanation :
Article 249 empowers the power of Parliament to legislate with respect to a matter in the state list in the national interest. Article 226 gives power of high courts to issue certain writs. Article 116 deals with votes on account, votes of credit and exceptional grants.
[25] Which of the following articles of Indian Constitution empowers the president to appoint Comptroller and Auditor General of India?
A.
Article 147
B.
Article 148
C.
Article 149
D.
Article 151
Ans:
Article 148
Explanation :
Article 148 deals with Comptroller and Auditor-General of India's appointment. Article 149 deals with duties and powers of the CAG. Article 151 deals with audit reports of CAG.
Explanation :
The key function of the Judiciary is the adjudication of civil and criminal cases. In addition, it interprets the constitution and gives effect to its provisions, as well as providing the expertise in interpreting of the laws. Further, the Judiciary performs other related duties in promotion of human rights, social justice and morality.
[4] A law made by the Judiciary is known as –
A.
Ordinary law
B.
Case law
C.
Rule of law
D.
Administrative law
Ans:
Case law
Explanation :
Law developed in a court is often referred to as Case Law, or Common law, It can serve as a precedent. It serves as a guideline for future court cases, used as a reference point for similar decisions. In most countries, the term is applied to any set of rulings on law which is guided by previous rulings, for example, previous decisions of a government agency—that is, precedential case law can arise from either a judicial ruling or a ruling of an adjudication within an executive branch agency.
[5] What is the retirement age for a Supreme Court Judge?
A.
62 years
B.
68 years
C.
65 years
D.
70 years
Ans:
65 years
Explanation :
All Judges of Supreme Court are appointed by the President of India. Supreme Court Judges retire at the age of 65. A judge of Supreme Court can be removed by the procedure prescribed in Article 124(D) of constitution of India on ground of proved misconduct or incapacity or judge resigning from his office.
[6] When was the Panchayati Raj System introduced in India?
A.
1950 A.D.
B.
1954 A.D.
C.
1947 A.D.
D.
1962 A.D.
Ans:
1954 A.D.
Explanation :
In 1954, the government of India established the Balwant Rai Mehta committee for suggesting some major reforms which suggested the organization of Panchayati Raj in rural India. It was to act both as an instrument of rural local self-government as well as an agency for community development. It recommended the creation of the three tier Panchayati Raj- Panchayats at the village level, Panchayat Samitis at the block level and Zila Parishads at the district level. The National Development council accepted the recommendations of Balwant Rai Mehta committee in 1958. The Government of India then called upon all the states to implement these recommendations. On 2nd October 1959, Rajasthan came to be the first State to establish Panchayati Raj. Thereafter, Andhra Pradesh, Punjab, West Bengal, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Orissa, Bihar, Kerala, J & K, Himachal Pradesh and in fact all states introduced Panchayati Raj in their respective areas by passing necessary laws.
[7] Which is not the concern of the local government?
A.
Public Health
B.
Sanitation
C.
Law and Order
D.
Public Utility Services
Ans:
Law and Order
Explanation :
State list consists of 61 items (previously 66 items). Uniformity is desirable but not essential on items in this list: maintaining law and order, police forces, healthcare, transport, land policies, electricity in state, village administration, etc. The state legislature has exclusive power to make laws on these subjects. But in certain circumstances, the parliament can also make laws on subjects mentioned in the State list.
[8] Which Article of the Constitution of India abolishes untouchability and forbids its practice in any form?
A.
Article 16
B.
Article 17
C.
Article 18
D.
Article 15
Ans:
Article 17
Explanation :
Article 17 of the constitution abolishes the practice of untouchability. Practice of untouchability is an offense and anyone doing so is punishable by law. The Untouchability Offences Act of 1955 (renamed to Protection of Civil Rights Act in 1976) provided penalties for preventing a person from entering a place of worship or from taking water from a tank or well.
[9] Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the institution of Panchayati Raj?
A.
Article. 36
B.
Article. 39
C.
Article 40
D.
Article. 48
Ans:
Article 40
Explanation :
During the drafting of the Constitution of India, Panchayati Raj Institutions were placed in the non- justiciable part of the Constitution, the Directive Principles of State Policy, as Article 40. The Article read 'the State shall take steps to organise village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self-government'. However, no worthwhile legislation was enacted either at the national or state level to implement it.
[10] Article 1 of the Constitution declares India as –
A.
Federal State
B.
Quasi-Federal State
C.
Unitary State
D.
Union of States
Ans:
Union of States
Explanation :
Article 1 of the Constitution declares that India, that is Bharat, shall be a Union of States; the sates and the territories thereof shall be as specified in the First Schedule; and the territory of India shall comprise the territories of the States, the Union territories specified in the First Schedule; and such other territories as may be acquired.
[11] Who was the Constitutional Advisor to the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
B.
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
C.
Sir B.N. Rao
D.
Shri K.M. Munshi
Ans:
Sir B.N. Rao
Explanation :
Explanaton: Benegal Narsing Rau was an Indian bureaucrat, jurist, diplomat and statesman known for his key role in drafting the Constitution of India. He was also India's representative to the United Nations Security Council from 1950 to 1952. B.N. Rau was appointed as the Constitutional Adviser to the Constituent Assembly in formulating the Indian Constitution. He was responsible for the general structure of the its democratic framework of the Constitution and prepared its original draft. The President of the Constituent Assembly Dr. Rajendra Prasad, before signing the Constitution on 26 November, 1949, thanked Rau for having 'worked honorarily all the time that he was here, assisting the assembly not only with his knowledge and erudition but also enabled the other members to perform their duties with thoroughness and intelligence by supplying them with the material on which they could work.'
[12] Which of the following countries has introduced "direct democracy"?
A.
Russia
B.
India
C.
France
D.
Switzerland
Ans:
Switzerland
Explanation :
Direct democracy is a form of democracy in which people vote on policy initiatives directly, as opposed to a representative democracy in which people vote for representatives who then vote on policy initiatives, Many countries that are representative democracies allow for three forms of political action that provide limited direct democracy: referendum (plebiscite), initiative, and recall. Referendums can include the ability to hold a binding vote on whether a given law should be rejected. This effectively grants the populace which holds suffrage a veto on a law adopted by the elected legislature (one nation to use this system is Switzerland).
[13] The Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution was –
A.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Dr. Raiendra Prasad
C.
Mahatma Gandhi
D.
Dr, B.R, Ambedkar
Ans:
Dr, B.R, Ambedkar
Explanation :
On the 14 August, 1947 meeting of the Assembly, a proposal for forming various committees was presented. Such committees included a Committee on Fundamental Rights, the Union Powers Committee and Union Constitution Committee. On 29 August, 1947, the Drafting Committee was appointed, with Dr B. R. Ambedkar as the Chairman along with six other members assisted by a constitutional advisor.
[14] Who was the Chairman of the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
B.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
C.
Dr. B. N. Rau
D.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Explanation :
Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha was the first president (temporary chairman.) of the Constituent Assembly when it met on December 9, 1946. Dr. Rajendra Prasad then became the President of the Constituent Assembly, and would later become the first President of India.
[15] The Government of India Act, 1935 was based on :
A.
Simon Commission
B.
Lord Curzon Commission
C.
Dimitrov Thesis
D.
Lord Clive's report
Ans:
Simon Commission
Explanation :
The provincial part of the Government of India Act, 1935 basically followed the recommendations of the Simon Commission. Simon Commission had proposed almost fully responsible government in the provinces. Under the 1935 Act, provincial dyarchy was abolished; i.e. all provincial portfolios were to be placed in charge of ministers enjoying the support of the provincial legislatures.
[16] Who described the Government of India Act, 1935 as a new charter of bondage?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Rajendra Prasad
C.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
D.
B. R. Ambedkar
Ans:
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation :
At the Faizpur Session of the Congress in December 1936, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, In his Presidential Address, referred to the Government of India Act 1935 as "The new Charter of Bondage" which was being imposed upon them despite complete rejection. He said that the Congress was going to the Legislatures to combat the Act and seek to end it.
[17] Who has the right to seek advisory opinion of the Supreme Court of India, on any question of law?
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Any of the high courts
D.
All of the above
Ans:
President
Explanation :
President has the right to seek advisory opinion of the supreme court of India.
[18] The proposal relating to dismissal of the Vice-President Can be presented in -
A.
any House of the Parliament
B.
the Rajya Sabha
C.
The Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
the Rajya Sabha
Explanation :
Proposal of dismissal of the Vice president can be presented in Rajya Sabha.
[19] In case the President wishes to resign, to whom is he to address his resignation letter?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Secretary of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Vice President
Explanation :
Article 56 of the Indian Constitution says that the President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date he takes up his post. Article 56 also provided that the President may, by writing under his hand addressed to the Vice-President, resign his office.
[20] Who among the following Indian Prime Ministers resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha?
A.
Chandra Shekhar
B.
Morarji Desai
C.
Chaudhary Charan Singh
D.
V.P. Singh
Ans:
Chaudhary Charan Singh
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the Prime Minister who resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha. Chaudhuri Charan Singh was the sixth Prime Minister, serving from 28 July 1979 until 14 January 1980.
[21] In which part of the Indian Constitution, legislative relation between centre and state is given?
A.
X
B.
XI
C.
XII
D.
XIII
Ans:
XI
Explanation :
In part XI relations between the union and the states is mentioned. Part XIII deals with Trade and commerce within the territory of India. Part XII is about Finance, property, contracts and suits.
[22] The Indian Constitution is divided into -
A.
16 chapters
B.
22 chapters
C.
24 chapters
D.
25 chapters
Ans:
25 chapters
Explanation :
Currently, the Constitution of India has 448 articles in 25 parts and 12 schedules. There are 104 amendments that have been made in the Indian constitution up to January 25, 2020. The very first amendment in the Indian Constitution was made in 1950.
[23] Which article provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation -
A.
Article 12
B.
Article 14
C.
Article 13
D.
Article 18
Ans:
Article 13
Explanation :
Article 13 provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation. The State shall not make any law which takes away or abridges the rights conferred by this part and any law made in contravention of this clause shall, to the extent of the contravention, be void. Article 12 is about definition of Fundamental rights.
[24] Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers parliament to legislate on a subject of the state list?
A.
Article 115
B.
Article 116
C.
Article 226
D.
Article 249
Ans:
Article 249
Explanation :
Article 249 empowers the power of Parliament to legislate with respect to a matter in the state list in the national interest. Article 226 gives power of high courts to issue certain writs. Article 116 deals with votes on account, votes of credit and exceptional grants.
[25] Which of the following articles of Indian Constitution empowers the president to appoint Comptroller and Auditor General of India?
A.
Article 147
B.
Article 148
C.
Article 149
D.
Article 151
Ans:
Article 148
Explanation :
Article 148 deals with Comptroller and Auditor-General of India's appointment. Article 149 deals with duties and powers of the CAG. Article 151 deals with audit reports of CAG.
Explanation :
All Judges of Supreme Court are appointed by the President of India. Supreme Court Judges retire at the age of 65. A judge of Supreme Court can be removed by the procedure prescribed in Article 124(D) of constitution of India on ground of proved misconduct or incapacity or judge resigning from his office.
[6] When was the Panchayati Raj System introduced in India?
A.
1950 A.D.
B.
1954 A.D.
C.
1947 A.D.
D.
1962 A.D.
Ans:
1954 A.D.
Explanation :
In 1954, the government of India established the Balwant Rai Mehta committee for suggesting some major reforms which suggested the organization of Panchayati Raj in rural India. It was to act both as an instrument of rural local self-government as well as an agency for community development. It recommended the creation of the three tier Panchayati Raj- Panchayats at the village level, Panchayat Samitis at the block level and Zila Parishads at the district level. The National Development council accepted the recommendations of Balwant Rai Mehta committee in 1958. The Government of India then called upon all the states to implement these recommendations. On 2nd October 1959, Rajasthan came to be the first State to establish Panchayati Raj. Thereafter, Andhra Pradesh, Punjab, West Bengal, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Orissa, Bihar, Kerala, J & K, Himachal Pradesh and in fact all states introduced Panchayati Raj in their respective areas by passing necessary laws.
[7] Which is not the concern of the local government?
A.
Public Health
B.
Sanitation
C.
Law and Order
D.
Public Utility Services
Ans:
Law and Order
Explanation :
State list consists of 61 items (previously 66 items). Uniformity is desirable but not essential on items in this list: maintaining law and order, police forces, healthcare, transport, land policies, electricity in state, village administration, etc. The state legislature has exclusive power to make laws on these subjects. But in certain circumstances, the parliament can also make laws on subjects mentioned in the State list.
[8] Which Article of the Constitution of India abolishes untouchability and forbids its practice in any form?
A.
Article 16
B.
Article 17
C.
Article 18
D.
Article 15
Ans:
Article 17
Explanation :
Article 17 of the constitution abolishes the practice of untouchability. Practice of untouchability is an offense and anyone doing so is punishable by law. The Untouchability Offences Act of 1955 (renamed to Protection of Civil Rights Act in 1976) provided penalties for preventing a person from entering a place of worship or from taking water from a tank or well.
[9] Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the institution of Panchayati Raj?
A.
Article. 36
B.
Article. 39
C.
Article 40
D.
Article. 48
Ans:
Article 40
Explanation :
During the drafting of the Constitution of India, Panchayati Raj Institutions were placed in the non- justiciable part of the Constitution, the Directive Principles of State Policy, as Article 40. The Article read 'the State shall take steps to organise village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self-government'. However, no worthwhile legislation was enacted either at the national or state level to implement it.
[10] Article 1 of the Constitution declares India as –
A.
Federal State
B.
Quasi-Federal State
C.
Unitary State
D.
Union of States
Ans:
Union of States
Explanation :
Article 1 of the Constitution declares that India, that is Bharat, shall be a Union of States; the sates and the territories thereof shall be as specified in the First Schedule; and the territory of India shall comprise the territories of the States, the Union territories specified in the First Schedule; and such other territories as may be acquired.
[11] Who was the Constitutional Advisor to the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
B.
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
C.
Sir B.N. Rao
D.
Shri K.M. Munshi
Ans:
Sir B.N. Rao
Explanation :
Explanaton: Benegal Narsing Rau was an Indian bureaucrat, jurist, diplomat and statesman known for his key role in drafting the Constitution of India. He was also India's representative to the United Nations Security Council from 1950 to 1952. B.N. Rau was appointed as the Constitutional Adviser to the Constituent Assembly in formulating the Indian Constitution. He was responsible for the general structure of the its democratic framework of the Constitution and prepared its original draft. The President of the Constituent Assembly Dr. Rajendra Prasad, before signing the Constitution on 26 November, 1949, thanked Rau for having 'worked honorarily all the time that he was here, assisting the assembly not only with his knowledge and erudition but also enabled the other members to perform their duties with thoroughness and intelligence by supplying them with the material on which they could work.'
[12] Which of the following countries has introduced "direct democracy"?
A.
Russia
B.
India
C.
France
D.
Switzerland
Ans:
Switzerland
Explanation :
Direct democracy is a form of democracy in which people vote on policy initiatives directly, as opposed to a representative democracy in which people vote for representatives who then vote on policy initiatives, Many countries that are representative democracies allow for three forms of political action that provide limited direct democracy: referendum (plebiscite), initiative, and recall. Referendums can include the ability to hold a binding vote on whether a given law should be rejected. This effectively grants the populace which holds suffrage a veto on a law adopted by the elected legislature (one nation to use this system is Switzerland).
[13] The Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution was –
A.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Dr. Raiendra Prasad
C.
Mahatma Gandhi
D.
Dr, B.R, Ambedkar
Ans:
Dr, B.R, Ambedkar
Explanation :
On the 14 August, 1947 meeting of the Assembly, a proposal for forming various committees was presented. Such committees included a Committee on Fundamental Rights, the Union Powers Committee and Union Constitution Committee. On 29 August, 1947, the Drafting Committee was appointed, with Dr B. R. Ambedkar as the Chairman along with six other members assisted by a constitutional advisor.
[14] Who was the Chairman of the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
B.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
C.
Dr. B. N. Rau
D.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Explanation :
Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha was the first president (temporary chairman.) of the Constituent Assembly when it met on December 9, 1946. Dr. Rajendra Prasad then became the President of the Constituent Assembly, and would later become the first President of India.
[15] The Government of India Act, 1935 was based on :
A.
Simon Commission
B.
Lord Curzon Commission
C.
Dimitrov Thesis
D.
Lord Clive's report
Ans:
Simon Commission
Explanation :
The provincial part of the Government of India Act, 1935 basically followed the recommendations of the Simon Commission. Simon Commission had proposed almost fully responsible government in the provinces. Under the 1935 Act, provincial dyarchy was abolished; i.e. all provincial portfolios were to be placed in charge of ministers enjoying the support of the provincial legislatures.
[16] Who described the Government of India Act, 1935 as a new charter of bondage?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Rajendra Prasad
C.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
D.
B. R. Ambedkar
Ans:
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation :
At the Faizpur Session of the Congress in December 1936, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, In his Presidential Address, referred to the Government of India Act 1935 as "The new Charter of Bondage" which was being imposed upon them despite complete rejection. He said that the Congress was going to the Legislatures to combat the Act and seek to end it.
[17] Who has the right to seek advisory opinion of the Supreme Court of India, on any question of law?
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Any of the high courts
D.
All of the above
Ans:
President
Explanation :
President has the right to seek advisory opinion of the supreme court of India.
[18] The proposal relating to dismissal of the Vice-President Can be presented in -
A.
any House of the Parliament
B.
the Rajya Sabha
C.
The Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
the Rajya Sabha
Explanation :
Proposal of dismissal of the Vice president can be presented in Rajya Sabha.
[19] In case the President wishes to resign, to whom is he to address his resignation letter?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Secretary of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Vice President
Explanation :
Article 56 of the Indian Constitution says that the President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date he takes up his post. Article 56 also provided that the President may, by writing under his hand addressed to the Vice-President, resign his office.
[20] Who among the following Indian Prime Ministers resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha?
A.
Chandra Shekhar
B.
Morarji Desai
C.
Chaudhary Charan Singh
D.
V.P. Singh
Ans:
Chaudhary Charan Singh
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the Prime Minister who resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha. Chaudhuri Charan Singh was the sixth Prime Minister, serving from 28 July 1979 until 14 January 1980.
[21] In which part of the Indian Constitution, legislative relation between centre and state is given?
A.
X
B.
XI
C.
XII
D.
XIII
Ans:
XI
Explanation :
In part XI relations between the union and the states is mentioned. Part XIII deals with Trade and commerce within the territory of India. Part XII is about Finance, property, contracts and suits.
[22] The Indian Constitution is divided into -
A.
16 chapters
B.
22 chapters
C.
24 chapters
D.
25 chapters
Ans:
25 chapters
Explanation :
Currently, the Constitution of India has 448 articles in 25 parts and 12 schedules. There are 104 amendments that have been made in the Indian constitution up to January 25, 2020. The very first amendment in the Indian Constitution was made in 1950.
[23] Which article provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation -
A.
Article 12
B.
Article 14
C.
Article 13
D.
Article 18
Ans:
Article 13
Explanation :
Article 13 provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation. The State shall not make any law which takes away or abridges the rights conferred by this part and any law made in contravention of this clause shall, to the extent of the contravention, be void. Article 12 is about definition of Fundamental rights.
[24] Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers parliament to legislate on a subject of the state list?
A.
Article 115
B.
Article 116
C.
Article 226
D.
Article 249
Ans:
Article 249
Explanation :
Article 249 empowers the power of Parliament to legislate with respect to a matter in the state list in the national interest. Article 226 gives power of high courts to issue certain writs. Article 116 deals with votes on account, votes of credit and exceptional grants.
[25] Which of the following articles of Indian Constitution empowers the president to appoint Comptroller and Auditor General of India?
A.
Article 147
B.
Article 148
C.
Article 149
D.
Article 151
Ans:
Article 148
Explanation :
Article 148 deals with Comptroller and Auditor-General of India's appointment. Article 149 deals with duties and powers of the CAG. Article 151 deals with audit reports of CAG.
Explanation :
State list consists of 61 items (previously 66 items). Uniformity is desirable but not essential on items in this list: maintaining law and order, police forces, healthcare, transport, land policies, electricity in state, village administration, etc. The state legislature has exclusive power to make laws on these subjects. But in certain circumstances, the parliament can also make laws on subjects mentioned in the State list.
[8] Which Article of the Constitution of India abolishes untouchability and forbids its practice in any form?
A.
Article 16
B.
Article 17
C.
Article 18
D.
Article 15
Ans:
Article 17
Explanation :
Article 17 of the constitution abolishes the practice of untouchability. Practice of untouchability is an offense and anyone doing so is punishable by law. The Untouchability Offences Act of 1955 (renamed to Protection of Civil Rights Act in 1976) provided penalties for preventing a person from entering a place of worship or from taking water from a tank or well.
[9] Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the institution of Panchayati Raj?
A.
Article. 36
B.
Article. 39
C.
Article 40
D.
Article. 48
Ans:
Article 40
Explanation :
During the drafting of the Constitution of India, Panchayati Raj Institutions were placed in the non- justiciable part of the Constitution, the Directive Principles of State Policy, as Article 40. The Article read 'the State shall take steps to organise village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self-government'. However, no worthwhile legislation was enacted either at the national or state level to implement it.
[10] Article 1 of the Constitution declares India as –
A.
Federal State
B.
Quasi-Federal State
C.
Unitary State
D.
Union of States
Ans:
Union of States
Explanation :
Article 1 of the Constitution declares that India, that is Bharat, shall be a Union of States; the sates and the territories thereof shall be as specified in the First Schedule; and the territory of India shall comprise the territories of the States, the Union territories specified in the First Schedule; and such other territories as may be acquired.
[11] Who was the Constitutional Advisor to the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
B.
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
C.
Sir B.N. Rao
D.
Shri K.M. Munshi
Ans:
Sir B.N. Rao
Explanation :
Explanaton: Benegal Narsing Rau was an Indian bureaucrat, jurist, diplomat and statesman known for his key role in drafting the Constitution of India. He was also India's representative to the United Nations Security Council from 1950 to 1952. B.N. Rau was appointed as the Constitutional Adviser to the Constituent Assembly in formulating the Indian Constitution. He was responsible for the general structure of the its democratic framework of the Constitution and prepared its original draft. The President of the Constituent Assembly Dr. Rajendra Prasad, before signing the Constitution on 26 November, 1949, thanked Rau for having 'worked honorarily all the time that he was here, assisting the assembly not only with his knowledge and erudition but also enabled the other members to perform their duties with thoroughness and intelligence by supplying them with the material on which they could work.'
[12] Which of the following countries has introduced "direct democracy"?
A.
Russia
B.
India
C.
France
D.
Switzerland
Ans:
Switzerland
Explanation :
Direct democracy is a form of democracy in which people vote on policy initiatives directly, as opposed to a representative democracy in which people vote for representatives who then vote on policy initiatives, Many countries that are representative democracies allow for three forms of political action that provide limited direct democracy: referendum (plebiscite), initiative, and recall. Referendums can include the ability to hold a binding vote on whether a given law should be rejected. This effectively grants the populace which holds suffrage a veto on a law adopted by the elected legislature (one nation to use this system is Switzerland).
[13] The Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution was –
A.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Dr. Raiendra Prasad
C.
Mahatma Gandhi
D.
Dr, B.R, Ambedkar
Ans:
Dr, B.R, Ambedkar
Explanation :
On the 14 August, 1947 meeting of the Assembly, a proposal for forming various committees was presented. Such committees included a Committee on Fundamental Rights, the Union Powers Committee and Union Constitution Committee. On 29 August, 1947, the Drafting Committee was appointed, with Dr B. R. Ambedkar as the Chairman along with six other members assisted by a constitutional advisor.
[14] Who was the Chairman of the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
B.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
C.
Dr. B. N. Rau
D.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Explanation :
Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha was the first president (temporary chairman.) of the Constituent Assembly when it met on December 9, 1946. Dr. Rajendra Prasad then became the President of the Constituent Assembly, and would later become the first President of India.
[15] The Government of India Act, 1935 was based on :
A.
Simon Commission
B.
Lord Curzon Commission
C.
Dimitrov Thesis
D.
Lord Clive's report
Ans:
Simon Commission
Explanation :
The provincial part of the Government of India Act, 1935 basically followed the recommendations of the Simon Commission. Simon Commission had proposed almost fully responsible government in the provinces. Under the 1935 Act, provincial dyarchy was abolished; i.e. all provincial portfolios were to be placed in charge of ministers enjoying the support of the provincial legislatures.
[16] Who described the Government of India Act, 1935 as a new charter of bondage?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Rajendra Prasad
C.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
D.
B. R. Ambedkar
Ans:
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation :
At the Faizpur Session of the Congress in December 1936, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, In his Presidential Address, referred to the Government of India Act 1935 as "The new Charter of Bondage" which was being imposed upon them despite complete rejection. He said that the Congress was going to the Legislatures to combat the Act and seek to end it.
[17] Who has the right to seek advisory opinion of the Supreme Court of India, on any question of law?
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Any of the high courts
D.
All of the above
Ans:
President
Explanation :
President has the right to seek advisory opinion of the supreme court of India.
[18] The proposal relating to dismissal of the Vice-President Can be presented in -
A.
any House of the Parliament
B.
the Rajya Sabha
C.
The Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
the Rajya Sabha
Explanation :
Proposal of dismissal of the Vice president can be presented in Rajya Sabha.
[19] In case the President wishes to resign, to whom is he to address his resignation letter?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Secretary of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Vice President
Explanation :
Article 56 of the Indian Constitution says that the President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date he takes up his post. Article 56 also provided that the President may, by writing under his hand addressed to the Vice-President, resign his office.
[20] Who among the following Indian Prime Ministers resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha?
A.
Chandra Shekhar
B.
Morarji Desai
C.
Chaudhary Charan Singh
D.
V.P. Singh
Ans:
Chaudhary Charan Singh
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the Prime Minister who resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha. Chaudhuri Charan Singh was the sixth Prime Minister, serving from 28 July 1979 until 14 January 1980.
[21] In which part of the Indian Constitution, legislative relation between centre and state is given?
A.
X
B.
XI
C.
XII
D.
XIII
Ans:
XI
Explanation :
In part XI relations between the union and the states is mentioned. Part XIII deals with Trade and commerce within the territory of India. Part XII is about Finance, property, contracts and suits.
[22] The Indian Constitution is divided into -
A.
16 chapters
B.
22 chapters
C.
24 chapters
D.
25 chapters
Ans:
25 chapters
Explanation :
Currently, the Constitution of India has 448 articles in 25 parts and 12 schedules. There are 104 amendments that have been made in the Indian constitution up to January 25, 2020. The very first amendment in the Indian Constitution was made in 1950.
[23] Which article provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation -
A.
Article 12
B.
Article 14
C.
Article 13
D.
Article 18
Ans:
Article 13
Explanation :
Article 13 provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation. The State shall not make any law which takes away or abridges the rights conferred by this part and any law made in contravention of this clause shall, to the extent of the contravention, be void. Article 12 is about definition of Fundamental rights.
[24] Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers parliament to legislate on a subject of the state list?
A.
Article 115
B.
Article 116
C.
Article 226
D.
Article 249
Ans:
Article 249
Explanation :
Article 249 empowers the power of Parliament to legislate with respect to a matter in the state list in the national interest. Article 226 gives power of high courts to issue certain writs. Article 116 deals with votes on account, votes of credit and exceptional grants.
[25] Which of the following articles of Indian Constitution empowers the president to appoint Comptroller and Auditor General of India?
A.
Article 147
B.
Article 148
C.
Article 149
D.
Article 151
Ans:
Article 148
Explanation :
Article 148 deals with Comptroller and Auditor-General of India's appointment. Article 149 deals with duties and powers of the CAG. Article 151 deals with audit reports of CAG.
Explanation :
During the drafting of the Constitution of India, Panchayati Raj Institutions were placed in the non- justiciable part of the Constitution, the Directive Principles of State Policy, as Article 40. The Article read 'the State shall take steps to organise village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self-government'. However, no worthwhile legislation was enacted either at the national or state level to implement it.
[10] Article 1 of the Constitution declares India as –
A.
Federal State
B.
Quasi-Federal State
C.
Unitary State
D.
Union of States
Ans:
Union of States
Explanation :
Article 1 of the Constitution declares that India, that is Bharat, shall be a Union of States; the sates and the territories thereof shall be as specified in the First Schedule; and the territory of India shall comprise the territories of the States, the Union territories specified in the First Schedule; and such other territories as may be acquired.
[11] Who was the Constitutional Advisor to the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
B.
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
C.
Sir B.N. Rao
D.
Shri K.M. Munshi
Ans:
Sir B.N. Rao
Explanation :
Explanaton: Benegal Narsing Rau was an Indian bureaucrat, jurist, diplomat and statesman known for his key role in drafting the Constitution of India. He was also India's representative to the United Nations Security Council from 1950 to 1952. B.N. Rau was appointed as the Constitutional Adviser to the Constituent Assembly in formulating the Indian Constitution. He was responsible for the general structure of the its democratic framework of the Constitution and prepared its original draft. The President of the Constituent Assembly Dr. Rajendra Prasad, before signing the Constitution on 26 November, 1949, thanked Rau for having 'worked honorarily all the time that he was here, assisting the assembly not only with his knowledge and erudition but also enabled the other members to perform their duties with thoroughness and intelligence by supplying them with the material on which they could work.'
[12] Which of the following countries has introduced "direct democracy"?
A.
Russia
B.
India
C.
France
D.
Switzerland
Ans:
Switzerland
Explanation :
Direct democracy is a form of democracy in which people vote on policy initiatives directly, as opposed to a representative democracy in which people vote for representatives who then vote on policy initiatives, Many countries that are representative democracies allow for three forms of political action that provide limited direct democracy: referendum (plebiscite), initiative, and recall. Referendums can include the ability to hold a binding vote on whether a given law should be rejected. This effectively grants the populace which holds suffrage a veto on a law adopted by the elected legislature (one nation to use this system is Switzerland).
[13] The Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution was –
A.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Dr. Raiendra Prasad
C.
Mahatma Gandhi
D.
Dr, B.R, Ambedkar
Ans:
Dr, B.R, Ambedkar
Explanation :
On the 14 August, 1947 meeting of the Assembly, a proposal for forming various committees was presented. Such committees included a Committee on Fundamental Rights, the Union Powers Committee and Union Constitution Committee. On 29 August, 1947, the Drafting Committee was appointed, with Dr B. R. Ambedkar as the Chairman along with six other members assisted by a constitutional advisor.
[14] Who was the Chairman of the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
B.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
C.
Dr. B. N. Rau
D.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Explanation :
Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha was the first president (temporary chairman.) of the Constituent Assembly when it met on December 9, 1946. Dr. Rajendra Prasad then became the President of the Constituent Assembly, and would later become the first President of India.
[15] The Government of India Act, 1935 was based on :
A.
Simon Commission
B.
Lord Curzon Commission
C.
Dimitrov Thesis
D.
Lord Clive's report
Ans:
Simon Commission
Explanation :
The provincial part of the Government of India Act, 1935 basically followed the recommendations of the Simon Commission. Simon Commission had proposed almost fully responsible government in the provinces. Under the 1935 Act, provincial dyarchy was abolished; i.e. all provincial portfolios were to be placed in charge of ministers enjoying the support of the provincial legislatures.
[16] Who described the Government of India Act, 1935 as a new charter of bondage?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Rajendra Prasad
C.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
D.
B. R. Ambedkar
Ans:
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation :
At the Faizpur Session of the Congress in December 1936, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, In his Presidential Address, referred to the Government of India Act 1935 as "The new Charter of Bondage" which was being imposed upon them despite complete rejection. He said that the Congress was going to the Legislatures to combat the Act and seek to end it.
[17] Who has the right to seek advisory opinion of the Supreme Court of India, on any question of law?
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Any of the high courts
D.
All of the above
Ans:
President
Explanation :
President has the right to seek advisory opinion of the supreme court of India.
[18] The proposal relating to dismissal of the Vice-President Can be presented in -
A.
any House of the Parliament
B.
the Rajya Sabha
C.
The Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
the Rajya Sabha
Explanation :
Proposal of dismissal of the Vice president can be presented in Rajya Sabha.
[19] In case the President wishes to resign, to whom is he to address his resignation letter?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Secretary of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Vice President
Explanation :
Article 56 of the Indian Constitution says that the President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date he takes up his post. Article 56 also provided that the President may, by writing under his hand addressed to the Vice-President, resign his office.
[20] Who among the following Indian Prime Ministers resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha?
A.
Chandra Shekhar
B.
Morarji Desai
C.
Chaudhary Charan Singh
D.
V.P. Singh
Ans:
Chaudhary Charan Singh
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the Prime Minister who resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha. Chaudhuri Charan Singh was the sixth Prime Minister, serving from 28 July 1979 until 14 January 1980.
[21] In which part of the Indian Constitution, legislative relation between centre and state is given?
A.
X
B.
XI
C.
XII
D.
XIII
Ans:
XI
Explanation :
In part XI relations between the union and the states is mentioned. Part XIII deals with Trade and commerce within the territory of India. Part XII is about Finance, property, contracts and suits.
[22] The Indian Constitution is divided into -
A.
16 chapters
B.
22 chapters
C.
24 chapters
D.
25 chapters
Ans:
25 chapters
Explanation :
Currently, the Constitution of India has 448 articles in 25 parts and 12 schedules. There are 104 amendments that have been made in the Indian constitution up to January 25, 2020. The very first amendment in the Indian Constitution was made in 1950.
[23] Which article provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation -
A.
Article 12
B.
Article 14
C.
Article 13
D.
Article 18
Ans:
Article 13
Explanation :
Article 13 provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation. The State shall not make any law which takes away or abridges the rights conferred by this part and any law made in contravention of this clause shall, to the extent of the contravention, be void. Article 12 is about definition of Fundamental rights.
[24] Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers parliament to legislate on a subject of the state list?
A.
Article 115
B.
Article 116
C.
Article 226
D.
Article 249
Ans:
Article 249
Explanation :
Article 249 empowers the power of Parliament to legislate with respect to a matter in the state list in the national interest. Article 226 gives power of high courts to issue certain writs. Article 116 deals with votes on account, votes of credit and exceptional grants.
[25] Which of the following articles of Indian Constitution empowers the president to appoint Comptroller and Auditor General of India?
A.
Article 147
B.
Article 148
C.
Article 149
D.
Article 151
Ans:
Article 148
Explanation :
Article 148 deals with Comptroller and Auditor-General of India's appointment. Article 149 deals with duties and powers of the CAG. Article 151 deals with audit reports of CAG.
Explanation :
Explanaton: Benegal Narsing Rau was an Indian bureaucrat, jurist, diplomat and statesman known for his key role in drafting the Constitution of India. He was also India's representative to the United Nations Security Council from 1950 to 1952. B.N. Rau was appointed as the Constitutional Adviser to the Constituent Assembly in formulating the Indian Constitution. He was responsible for the general structure of the its democratic framework of the Constitution and prepared its original draft. The President of the Constituent Assembly Dr. Rajendra Prasad, before signing the Constitution on 26 November, 1949, thanked Rau for having 'worked honorarily all the time that he was here, assisting the assembly not only with his knowledge and erudition but also enabled the other members to perform their duties with thoroughness and intelligence by supplying them with the material on which they could work.'
[12] Which of the following countries has introduced "direct democracy"?
A.
Russia
B.
India
C.
France
D.
Switzerland
Ans:
Switzerland
Explanation :
Direct democracy is a form of democracy in which people vote on policy initiatives directly, as opposed to a representative democracy in which people vote for representatives who then vote on policy initiatives, Many countries that are representative democracies allow for three forms of political action that provide limited direct democracy: referendum (plebiscite), initiative, and recall. Referendums can include the ability to hold a binding vote on whether a given law should be rejected. This effectively grants the populace which holds suffrage a veto on a law adopted by the elected legislature (one nation to use this system is Switzerland).
[13] The Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution was –
A.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Dr. Raiendra Prasad
C.
Mahatma Gandhi
D.
Dr, B.R, Ambedkar
Ans:
Dr, B.R, Ambedkar
Explanation :
On the 14 August, 1947 meeting of the Assembly, a proposal for forming various committees was presented. Such committees included a Committee on Fundamental Rights, the Union Powers Committee and Union Constitution Committee. On 29 August, 1947, the Drafting Committee was appointed, with Dr B. R. Ambedkar as the Chairman along with six other members assisted by a constitutional advisor.
[14] Who was the Chairman of the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
B.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
C.
Dr. B. N. Rau
D.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Explanation :
Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha was the first president (temporary chairman.) of the Constituent Assembly when it met on December 9, 1946. Dr. Rajendra Prasad then became the President of the Constituent Assembly, and would later become the first President of India.
[15] The Government of India Act, 1935 was based on :
A.
Simon Commission
B.
Lord Curzon Commission
C.
Dimitrov Thesis
D.
Lord Clive's report
Ans:
Simon Commission
Explanation :
The provincial part of the Government of India Act, 1935 basically followed the recommendations of the Simon Commission. Simon Commission had proposed almost fully responsible government in the provinces. Under the 1935 Act, provincial dyarchy was abolished; i.e. all provincial portfolios were to be placed in charge of ministers enjoying the support of the provincial legislatures.
[16] Who described the Government of India Act, 1935 as a new charter of bondage?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Rajendra Prasad
C.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
D.
B. R. Ambedkar
Ans:
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation :
At the Faizpur Session of the Congress in December 1936, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, In his Presidential Address, referred to the Government of India Act 1935 as "The new Charter of Bondage" which was being imposed upon them despite complete rejection. He said that the Congress was going to the Legislatures to combat the Act and seek to end it.
[17] Who has the right to seek advisory opinion of the Supreme Court of India, on any question of law?
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Any of the high courts
D.
All of the above
Ans:
President
Explanation :
President has the right to seek advisory opinion of the supreme court of India.
[18] The proposal relating to dismissal of the Vice-President Can be presented in -
A.
any House of the Parliament
B.
the Rajya Sabha
C.
The Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
the Rajya Sabha
Explanation :
Proposal of dismissal of the Vice president can be presented in Rajya Sabha.
[19] In case the President wishes to resign, to whom is he to address his resignation letter?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Secretary of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Vice President
Explanation :
Article 56 of the Indian Constitution says that the President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date he takes up his post. Article 56 also provided that the President may, by writing under his hand addressed to the Vice-President, resign his office.
[20] Who among the following Indian Prime Ministers resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha?
A.
Chandra Shekhar
B.
Morarji Desai
C.
Chaudhary Charan Singh
D.
V.P. Singh
Ans:
Chaudhary Charan Singh
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the Prime Minister who resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha. Chaudhuri Charan Singh was the sixth Prime Minister, serving from 28 July 1979 until 14 January 1980.
[21] In which part of the Indian Constitution, legislative relation between centre and state is given?
A.
X
B.
XI
C.
XII
D.
XIII
Ans:
XI
Explanation :
In part XI relations between the union and the states is mentioned. Part XIII deals with Trade and commerce within the territory of India. Part XII is about Finance, property, contracts and suits.
[22] The Indian Constitution is divided into -
A.
16 chapters
B.
22 chapters
C.
24 chapters
D.
25 chapters
Ans:
25 chapters
Explanation :
Currently, the Constitution of India has 448 articles in 25 parts and 12 schedules. There are 104 amendments that have been made in the Indian constitution up to January 25, 2020. The very first amendment in the Indian Constitution was made in 1950.
[23] Which article provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation -
A.
Article 12
B.
Article 14
C.
Article 13
D.
Article 18
Ans:
Article 13
Explanation :
Article 13 provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation. The State shall not make any law which takes away or abridges the rights conferred by this part and any law made in contravention of this clause shall, to the extent of the contravention, be void. Article 12 is about definition of Fundamental rights.
[24] Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers parliament to legislate on a subject of the state list?
A.
Article 115
B.
Article 116
C.
Article 226
D.
Article 249
Ans:
Article 249
Explanation :
Article 249 empowers the power of Parliament to legislate with respect to a matter in the state list in the national interest. Article 226 gives power of high courts to issue certain writs. Article 116 deals with votes on account, votes of credit and exceptional grants.
[25] Which of the following articles of Indian Constitution empowers the president to appoint Comptroller and Auditor General of India?
A.
Article 147
B.
Article 148
C.
Article 149
D.
Article 151
Ans:
Article 148
Explanation :
Article 148 deals with Comptroller and Auditor-General of India's appointment. Article 149 deals with duties and powers of the CAG. Article 151 deals with audit reports of CAG.
Explanation :
On the 14 August, 1947 meeting of the Assembly, a proposal for forming various committees was presented. Such committees included a Committee on Fundamental Rights, the Union Powers Committee and Union Constitution Committee. On 29 August, 1947, the Drafting Committee was appointed, with Dr B. R. Ambedkar as the Chairman along with six other members assisted by a constitutional advisor.
[14] Who was the Chairman of the Constituent Assembly of India?
A.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
B.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
C.
Dr. B. N. Rau
D.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Explanation :
Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha was the first president (temporary chairman.) of the Constituent Assembly when it met on December 9, 1946. Dr. Rajendra Prasad then became the President of the Constituent Assembly, and would later become the first President of India.
[15] The Government of India Act, 1935 was based on :
A.
Simon Commission
B.
Lord Curzon Commission
C.
Dimitrov Thesis
D.
Lord Clive's report
Ans:
Simon Commission
Explanation :
The provincial part of the Government of India Act, 1935 basically followed the recommendations of the Simon Commission. Simon Commission had proposed almost fully responsible government in the provinces. Under the 1935 Act, provincial dyarchy was abolished; i.e. all provincial portfolios were to be placed in charge of ministers enjoying the support of the provincial legislatures.
[16] Who described the Government of India Act, 1935 as a new charter of bondage?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Rajendra Prasad
C.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
D.
B. R. Ambedkar
Ans:
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation :
At the Faizpur Session of the Congress in December 1936, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, In his Presidential Address, referred to the Government of India Act 1935 as "The new Charter of Bondage" which was being imposed upon them despite complete rejection. He said that the Congress was going to the Legislatures to combat the Act and seek to end it.
[17] Who has the right to seek advisory opinion of the Supreme Court of India, on any question of law?
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Any of the high courts
D.
All of the above
Ans:
President
Explanation :
President has the right to seek advisory opinion of the supreme court of India.
[18] The proposal relating to dismissal of the Vice-President Can be presented in -
A.
any House of the Parliament
B.
the Rajya Sabha
C.
The Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
the Rajya Sabha
Explanation :
Proposal of dismissal of the Vice president can be presented in Rajya Sabha.
[19] In case the President wishes to resign, to whom is he to address his resignation letter?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Secretary of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Vice President
Explanation :
Article 56 of the Indian Constitution says that the President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date he takes up his post. Article 56 also provided that the President may, by writing under his hand addressed to the Vice-President, resign his office.
[20] Who among the following Indian Prime Ministers resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha?
A.
Chandra Shekhar
B.
Morarji Desai
C.
Chaudhary Charan Singh
D.
V.P. Singh
Ans:
Chaudhary Charan Singh
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the Prime Minister who resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha. Chaudhuri Charan Singh was the sixth Prime Minister, serving from 28 July 1979 until 14 January 1980.
[21] In which part of the Indian Constitution, legislative relation between centre and state is given?
A.
X
B.
XI
C.
XII
D.
XIII
Ans:
XI
Explanation :
In part XI relations between the union and the states is mentioned. Part XIII deals with Trade and commerce within the territory of India. Part XII is about Finance, property, contracts and suits.
[22] The Indian Constitution is divided into -
A.
16 chapters
B.
22 chapters
C.
24 chapters
D.
25 chapters
Ans:
25 chapters
Explanation :
Currently, the Constitution of India has 448 articles in 25 parts and 12 schedules. There are 104 amendments that have been made in the Indian constitution up to January 25, 2020. The very first amendment in the Indian Constitution was made in 1950.
[23] Which article provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation -
A.
Article 12
B.
Article 14
C.
Article 13
D.
Article 18
Ans:
Article 13
Explanation :
Article 13 provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation. The State shall not make any law which takes away or abridges the rights conferred by this part and any law made in contravention of this clause shall, to the extent of the contravention, be void. Article 12 is about definition of Fundamental rights.
[24] Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers parliament to legislate on a subject of the state list?
A.
Article 115
B.
Article 116
C.
Article 226
D.
Article 249
Ans:
Article 249
Explanation :
Article 249 empowers the power of Parliament to legislate with respect to a matter in the state list in the national interest. Article 226 gives power of high courts to issue certain writs. Article 116 deals with votes on account, votes of credit and exceptional grants.
[25] Which of the following articles of Indian Constitution empowers the president to appoint Comptroller and Auditor General of India?
A.
Article 147
B.
Article 148
C.
Article 149
D.
Article 151
Ans:
Article 148
Explanation :
Article 148 deals with Comptroller and Auditor-General of India's appointment. Article 149 deals with duties and powers of the CAG. Article 151 deals with audit reports of CAG.
Explanation :
The provincial part of the Government of India Act, 1935 basically followed the recommendations of the Simon Commission. Simon Commission had proposed almost fully responsible government in the provinces. Under the 1935 Act, provincial dyarchy was abolished; i.e. all provincial portfolios were to be placed in charge of ministers enjoying the support of the provincial legislatures.
[16] Who described the Government of India Act, 1935 as a new charter of bondage?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Rajendra Prasad
C.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
D.
B. R. Ambedkar
Ans:
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation :
At the Faizpur Session of the Congress in December 1936, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, In his Presidential Address, referred to the Government of India Act 1935 as "The new Charter of Bondage" which was being imposed upon them despite complete rejection. He said that the Congress was going to the Legislatures to combat the Act and seek to end it.
[17] Who has the right to seek advisory opinion of the Supreme Court of India, on any question of law?
A.
Prime Minister
B.
President
C.
Any of the high courts
D.
All of the above
Ans:
President
Explanation :
President has the right to seek advisory opinion of the supreme court of India.
[18] The proposal relating to dismissal of the Vice-President Can be presented in -
A.
any House of the Parliament
B.
the Rajya Sabha
C.
The Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
the Rajya Sabha
Explanation :
Proposal of dismissal of the Vice president can be presented in Rajya Sabha.
[19] In case the President wishes to resign, to whom is he to address his resignation letter?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Secretary of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Vice President
Explanation :
Article 56 of the Indian Constitution says that the President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date he takes up his post. Article 56 also provided that the President may, by writing under his hand addressed to the Vice-President, resign his office.
[20] Who among the following Indian Prime Ministers resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha?
A.
Chandra Shekhar
B.
Morarji Desai
C.
Chaudhary Charan Singh
D.
V.P. Singh
Ans:
Chaudhary Charan Singh
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the Prime Minister who resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha. Chaudhuri Charan Singh was the sixth Prime Minister, serving from 28 July 1979 until 14 January 1980.
[21] In which part of the Indian Constitution, legislative relation between centre and state is given?
A.
X
B.
XI
C.
XII
D.
XIII
Ans:
XI
Explanation :
In part XI relations between the union and the states is mentioned. Part XIII deals with Trade and commerce within the territory of India. Part XII is about Finance, property, contracts and suits.
[22] The Indian Constitution is divided into -
A.
16 chapters
B.
22 chapters
C.
24 chapters
D.
25 chapters
Ans:
25 chapters
Explanation :
Currently, the Constitution of India has 448 articles in 25 parts and 12 schedules. There are 104 amendments that have been made in the Indian constitution up to January 25, 2020. The very first amendment in the Indian Constitution was made in 1950.
[23] Which article provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation -
A.
Article 12
B.
Article 14
C.
Article 13
D.
Article 18
Ans:
Article 13
Explanation :
Article 13 provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation. The State shall not make any law which takes away or abridges the rights conferred by this part and any law made in contravention of this clause shall, to the extent of the contravention, be void. Article 12 is about definition of Fundamental rights.
[24] Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers parliament to legislate on a subject of the state list?
A.
Article 115
B.
Article 116
C.
Article 226
D.
Article 249
Ans:
Article 249
Explanation :
Article 249 empowers the power of Parliament to legislate with respect to a matter in the state list in the national interest. Article 226 gives power of high courts to issue certain writs. Article 116 deals with votes on account, votes of credit and exceptional grants.
[25] Which of the following articles of Indian Constitution empowers the president to appoint Comptroller and Auditor General of India?
A.
Article 147
B.
Article 148
C.
Article 149
D.
Article 151
Ans:
Article 148
Explanation :
Article 148 deals with Comptroller and Auditor-General of India's appointment. Article 149 deals with duties and powers of the CAG. Article 151 deals with audit reports of CAG.
Explanation :
President has the right to seek advisory opinion of the supreme court of India.
[18] The proposal relating to dismissal of the Vice-President Can be presented in -
A.
any House of the Parliament
B.
the Rajya Sabha
C.
The Lok Sabha
D.
None of these
Ans:
the Rajya Sabha
Explanation :
Proposal of dismissal of the Vice president can be presented in Rajya Sabha.
[19] In case the President wishes to resign, to whom is he to address his resignation letter?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
Secretary of Lok Sabha
C.
Vice President
D.
Prime Minister
Ans:
Vice President
Explanation :
Article 56 of the Indian Constitution says that the President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date he takes up his post. Article 56 also provided that the President may, by writing under his hand addressed to the Vice-President, resign his office.
[20] Who among the following Indian Prime Ministers resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha?
A.
Chandra Shekhar
B.
Morarji Desai
C.
Chaudhary Charan Singh
D.
V.P. Singh
Ans:
Chaudhary Charan Singh
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the Prime Minister who resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha. Chaudhuri Charan Singh was the sixth Prime Minister, serving from 28 July 1979 until 14 January 1980.
[21] In which part of the Indian Constitution, legislative relation between centre and state is given?
A.
X
B.
XI
C.
XII
D.
XIII
Ans:
XI
Explanation :
In part XI relations between the union and the states is mentioned. Part XIII deals with Trade and commerce within the territory of India. Part XII is about Finance, property, contracts and suits.
[22] The Indian Constitution is divided into -
A.
16 chapters
B.
22 chapters
C.
24 chapters
D.
25 chapters
Ans:
25 chapters
Explanation :
Currently, the Constitution of India has 448 articles in 25 parts and 12 schedules. There are 104 amendments that have been made in the Indian constitution up to January 25, 2020. The very first amendment in the Indian Constitution was made in 1950.
[23] Which article provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation -
A.
Article 12
B.
Article 14
C.
Article 13
D.
Article 18
Ans:
Article 13
Explanation :
Article 13 provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation. The State shall not make any law which takes away or abridges the rights conferred by this part and any law made in contravention of this clause shall, to the extent of the contravention, be void. Article 12 is about definition of Fundamental rights.
[24] Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers parliament to legislate on a subject of the state list?
A.
Article 115
B.
Article 116
C.
Article 226
D.
Article 249
Ans:
Article 249
Explanation :
Article 249 empowers the power of Parliament to legislate with respect to a matter in the state list in the national interest. Article 226 gives power of high courts to issue certain writs. Article 116 deals with votes on account, votes of credit and exceptional grants.
[25] Which of the following articles of Indian Constitution empowers the president to appoint Comptroller and Auditor General of India?
A.
Article 147
B.
Article 148
C.
Article 149
D.
Article 151
Ans:
Article 148
Explanation :
Article 148 deals with Comptroller and Auditor-General of India's appointment. Article 149 deals with duties and powers of the CAG. Article 151 deals with audit reports of CAG.
Explanation :
Article 56 of the Indian Constitution says that the President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date he takes up his post. Article 56 also provided that the President may, by writing under his hand addressed to the Vice-President, resign his office.
[20] Who among the following Indian Prime Ministers resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha?
A.
Chandra Shekhar
B.
Morarji Desai
C.
Chaudhary Charan Singh
D.
V.P. Singh
Ans:
Chaudhary Charan Singh
Explanation :
Chaudhary Charan Singh was the Prime Minister who resigned before facing a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha. Chaudhuri Charan Singh was the sixth Prime Minister, serving from 28 July 1979 until 14 January 1980.
[21] In which part of the Indian Constitution, legislative relation between centre and state is given?
A.
X
B.
XI
C.
XII
D.
XIII
Ans:
XI
Explanation :
In part XI relations between the union and the states is mentioned. Part XIII deals with Trade and commerce within the territory of India. Part XII is about Finance, property, contracts and suits.
[22] The Indian Constitution is divided into -
A.
16 chapters
B.
22 chapters
C.
24 chapters
D.
25 chapters
Ans:
25 chapters
Explanation :
Currently, the Constitution of India has 448 articles in 25 parts and 12 schedules. There are 104 amendments that have been made in the Indian constitution up to January 25, 2020. The very first amendment in the Indian Constitution was made in 1950.
[23] Which article provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation -
A.
Article 12
B.
Article 14
C.
Article 13
D.
Article 18
Ans:
Article 13
Explanation :
Article 13 provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation. The State shall not make any law which takes away or abridges the rights conferred by this part and any law made in contravention of this clause shall, to the extent of the contravention, be void. Article 12 is about definition of Fundamental rights.
[24] Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers parliament to legislate on a subject of the state list?
A.
Article 115
B.
Article 116
C.
Article 226
D.
Article 249
Ans:
Article 249
Explanation :
Article 249 empowers the power of Parliament to legislate with respect to a matter in the state list in the national interest. Article 226 gives power of high courts to issue certain writs. Article 116 deals with votes on account, votes of credit and exceptional grants.
[25] Which of the following articles of Indian Constitution empowers the president to appoint Comptroller and Auditor General of India?
A.
Article 147
B.
Article 148
C.
Article 149
D.
Article 151
Ans:
Article 148
Explanation :
Article 148 deals with Comptroller and Auditor-General of India's appointment. Article 149 deals with duties and powers of the CAG. Article 151 deals with audit reports of CAG.
Explanation :
In part XI relations between the union and the states is mentioned. Part XIII deals with Trade and commerce within the territory of India. Part XII is about Finance, property, contracts and suits.
[22] The Indian Constitution is divided into -
A.
16 chapters
B.
22 chapters
C.
24 chapters
D.
25 chapters
Ans:
25 chapters
Explanation :
Currently, the Constitution of India has 448 articles in 25 parts and 12 schedules. There are 104 amendments that have been made in the Indian constitution up to January 25, 2020. The very first amendment in the Indian Constitution was made in 1950.
[23] Which article provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation -
A.
Article 12
B.
Article 14
C.
Article 13
D.
Article 18
Ans:
Article 13
Explanation :
Article 13 provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation. The State shall not make any law which takes away or abridges the rights conferred by this part and any law made in contravention of this clause shall, to the extent of the contravention, be void. Article 12 is about definition of Fundamental rights.
[24] Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers parliament to legislate on a subject of the state list?
A.
Article 115
B.
Article 116
C.
Article 226
D.
Article 249
Ans:
Article 249
Explanation :
Article 249 empowers the power of Parliament to legislate with respect to a matter in the state list in the national interest. Article 226 gives power of high courts to issue certain writs. Article 116 deals with votes on account, votes of credit and exceptional grants.
[25] Which of the following articles of Indian Constitution empowers the president to appoint Comptroller and Auditor General of India?
A.
Article 147
B.
Article 148
C.
Article 149
D.
Article 151
Ans:
Article 148
Explanation :
Article 148 deals with Comptroller and Auditor-General of India's appointment. Article 149 deals with duties and powers of the CAG. Article 151 deals with audit reports of CAG.
Explanation :
Article 13 provides that any law passed in violation of fundamental rights is void to the extent of such violation. The State shall not make any law which takes away or abridges the rights conferred by this part and any law made in contravention of this clause shall, to the extent of the contravention, be void. Article 12 is about definition of Fundamental rights.
[24] Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers parliament to legislate on a subject of the state list?
A.
Article 115
B.
Article 116
C.
Article 226
D.
Article 249
Ans:
Article 249
Explanation :
Article 249 empowers the power of Parliament to legislate with respect to a matter in the state list in the national interest. Article 226 gives power of high courts to issue certain writs. Article 116 deals with votes on account, votes of credit and exceptional grants.
[25] Which of the following articles of Indian Constitution empowers the president to appoint Comptroller and Auditor General of India?
A.
Article 147
B.
Article 148
C.
Article 149
D.
Article 151
Ans:
Article 148
Explanation :
Article 148 deals with Comptroller and Auditor-General of India's appointment. Article 149 deals with duties and powers of the CAG. Article 151 deals with audit reports of CAG.
Explanation :
Article 148 deals with Comptroller and Auditor-General of India's appointment. Article 149 deals with duties and powers of the CAG. Article 151 deals with audit reports of CAG.