INDIAN POLITY

INDIAN POLITY

MODEL QUESTION PAPER

1. With reference to composition of ‘Constituent Assembly’, consider the following statements:

1. Each Province andeach Princely State were allotted seats proportional to their respective population.
2. The seats in each Province were distributed along religious lines.
3. Members of Provincial Assembly elected their representatives by the method of First Past the Post System.

Which of the given above statement(s) is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) None of the above

2. Consider the following features of Indian Constitution:

1. First Past the Post System
2. Rule of Law
3. Due Process of law
4. Law-making procedure

Which of the given above features are borrowed from the British Constitution?

(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 1, 2 and 4 only
(c) 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

3. Which of the following is/are the characteristics of‘Free Societies’?

1. A society that permits the exercise of individual’s power of reason and judgement.
2. A society that allows the citizens freedom of choice.
3. A society that places minimal social constraints on citizens.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

4. Consider the following statements about ‘Preamble’:?

1. The word ‘Secular’ appeared nowhere in the Constitution before it was inserted into the Preamble.
2. Preamble indicates the source from which the Constitution derives its authority.

Which of the given above statement(s) is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

5. With respect to ‘Population Research Centres (PRCs)’, consider the following statements:?

1. PRCs are established and fully funded by the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
2. These were established to undertake research projects relating to family planning and demographic research.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

6. Which of the following statements are true about the ‘Constitution’?

1. It is a body of fundamental principles according to which a state is constituted.
2. The Constitution safeguards the citizens from the arbitrary actions of State.
3. The Constitution specifies who has the power to make decisions in a society.
4. It provides an enabling framework to the government for carrying out welfare activities.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 3 and 4 only
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only

(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

7. With reference to the ‘Objectives Resolution’, consider the following statements:?

1. The resolution encapsulated the aspirations and values behind the Constitution.
2. The resolution defined the aims of Constituent Assembly.

Which of the given above statement(s) is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

8. Consider the following duties of a citizen:?

1. To cherish and follow the noble ideals of our freedom struggle.
2. To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India.
3. To promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood.
4. To protect and improve the natural environment. Which of the given above are enlisted as ‘Fundamental Duties’ of Indian Citizen?

(a) 1, 2 and 3 only
(b) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(c) 1, 2, 3 only
(d) 2, 3 and 4 only

9. With respect to ‘Leader of Opposition (LOP)’, consider the following statements:?

1. LOP is the leader of the largest party with not less than one-tenth of the total strength of the house.
2. It is a Constitutional post.
3. It has a crucial role in deciding key appointments such as the CBI Director and the Chief Vigilance Commissioner (CVC).

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

10. With reference to the ‘Fundamental Rights’, consider the following statements:?

1. Fundamental Rights are protected and guaranteed by the Indian Parliament.
2. Both legislative and executive decisions can be declared illegal if it violates fundamental rights.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

11. Consider the following practices:?

1. Curtailing trade distortion practices.
2. State imposing ban on public display of religious symbols.
3. Restrictions on divorce laws.
4. Recognizing right to privacy.
5. Legalizing same sex marriages.

Which of the given above practices reflect the ideal of ‘Liberalism’?

(a) 1, 2 and 5 only
(b) 4 and 5 only
(c) 1, 4 and 5 only
(d) 1, 2, 4 and 5 only

12. With respect to ‘Bharat Stage (BS-VI) norms’, consider the following statements:?

1. BS – VI norms are estimated to reduce the emissions of sulphur and nitrogen oxides.
2. These norms are applicable only to two wheelers and three wheelers.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

13. Consider the following statements about ‘Preventive Detention’ under Indian Constitution:

1. A person deemed likely to commit a crime can be booked under preventive detention laws.
2. Preventive detention can be extended only for six months.

Which of the given above statement(s) is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

14. With reference to the various writs issued by Indian judiciary, consider the following statements:

1. Writ of Prohibition is issued when the court finds that a particular office holder is not doing his/her legal duty.
2. Writ of Mandamus is issued by higher court to lower court, when the lower court exceeds its jurisdiction.

Which of the given above statement(s) is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

15. With reference to the ‘Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs)’, consider the following statements:
1. They are non-justiciable in nature.
2. DPSPs impose obligations on the state to promote the welfare of people.

Which of the given above statement(s) is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

16. Consider the following:
1. Public order
2. Morality
3. Health
4. Incitement to an offence
5. Defamation

Which of the given above are reasonable restrictions against ‘Right to Freedom of Religion’?

(a) 1, 2 and 3 only
(b) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

17. ‘Abujh Marias’, seen in news recently, is associated to which of the following?

(a) Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) community of Chhattisgarh.
(b) Flowering plant species endemic to the Western Ghats.
(c) Exotic species of Hornbill found in Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary.
(d) UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site in Arunachal Pradesh.

18. With reference to ‘Proportional Representation’, consider the following statements:?

1. Citizens cast their votes to the political parties in this system.
2. It is a method in which seats of legislature are allotted to the political parties on the basis of number of votes polled for them.

Which of the given above statement(s) is/are INCORRECT?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

19. Consider the following statements:
1. There is no time limit on the President for giving his assent to a bill.
2. The electoral college of Vice President comprises of elected members of Parliament and the State Legislatures.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

20. Consider the following rights:
1. Right to Life and Liberty
2. Right to Property
3. Right to Vote
4. Right to enjoy equal opportunities
5. Right to use public facilities

Which of the given above civil rights are guaranteed by the ‘Indian Constitution’?

(a) 1, 3 and 4 only
(b) 2, 3 and 5 only
(c) 1, 2, 4 and 5 only
(d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

21. With reference to the ‘Reorganisation of States’, consider the following statements:
1. Parliament may by law form a new State or alter the state boundaries
2. Such laws are considered amendment to the Constitution under Article 368.
3. Such law must be passed by special majority of the Parliament.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

(a) 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

22. Consider the following statements:
1. Council of Ministers are collectively and individually responsible to the House of People.
2. Constitution limits the size of council of ministers to 15% of total number of members of the Parliament.
3. Office of Prime Minister is considered under the Council of Ministers.

Which of the given above statement(s) is/are correct?

(a) 2 and 3 only
(b) 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) None of the above

23. Consider the following statements:
1. Economic Capital Framework refers to the risk capital required by the central bank while taking into account different risks.
2. RBI had constituted a panel on economic capital framework headed by Nachiket Mor.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

24. The bureaucracy is an instrument through which welfare policies of the government must reach the people. Which of the following comprises of ‘Indian Bureaucratic system’?

1. State services employees
2. Village Revenue Officer
3. Technical staff of PSU
4. Managerial staff of PSU

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

25. Indian Constitution advocates “Social Justice”. In this context, which of the following actions of the State promote this ideal?

1. Providing Mudra loans
2. Promoting handicraft industries
3. Providing Mid-day meals to school children
4. Promoting affordable housing under Pradhan Mantri AwasYojana
5. Implementing Right to Education norms

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1, 2 and 4 only
(b) 2, 3, 4 and 5 only
(c) 1, 2, 3 and 5 only
(d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

26. With reference to legislative powers of the ‘Rajya Sabha’, consider the following statements:
1. Rajya Sabha alone can initiate the motion for removal of the Vice President.
2. A bill which dilutes the States list under Seventh Schedule can be initiated only in the Rajya Sabha.
3. An ordinary bill can be introduced either in the Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 2 and 3 only

27. ‘Spectrum-Roentgen-Gamma (SRG)’, seen in news recently, is associated to which of the following?

(a) Galaxy proto-supercluster
(b) Geo Magnetic Storm
(c) Multi-object spectrograph
(d) High-energy ‘hard’ X-rays space telescope

28. With respect to ‘Kimberley Process’, consider the following statements:

1. It is an international certification scheme that regulates trade in rough diamonds.
2. India is among the founding member of Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS).

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

29. Consider the following:
1. Equal access to all in public places
2. Non-Discrimination on the grounds of religion
3. Abolition of Untouchability
4. Abolition of titles

Which of the given above are envisaged under the ‘Right to Equality’ of the Indian Constitution?

(a) 1, 2 and 4 only
(b) 2, 3, and 4 only
(c) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 3 and 4 only

30. The Indian Constitution has ensured the independence of judiciary through a number of measures. In this context, which of the following guarantee ‘Judicial Independence’?

1. The Constitution guarantees fixed tenure for the judge of Supreme Court.
2. Salaries and allowances of the judges are subjected to the approval of the legislature.
3. Judiciary has the power to penalise those who are found guilty of contempt of court.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3
(d) 2 and 3 only

31. Which of the following are the characteristics of ‘Theocratic state’?
1. A state governed directly by a priestly order.
2. Blurring the separation between religious and political institutions.
3. Denial of religious rights to minority communities.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

32. Consider the following effort of Indian Government:
1. Passage of Zamindari Abolition Acts
2. Enactment of Mid-day Meal Scheme
3. Reservation for the uplift of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes
4. Implementation of the MGNREGA scheme

Which of the given above give effect to ‘Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs)?

(a) 1, 2 and 4 only
(b) 2, 3, and 4 only
(c) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 3 and 4 only

33. Which of the following organizations publishes the ‘Global Peace Index’?

(a) International Confederation for Disarmament and Peace
(b) World Peace Congress
(c) Women’s Peace Union
(d) Institute for Economics & Peace

34. With reference to the ‘Judicial Review’, consider the following statements:
1. The term judicial review is nowhere mentioned in the Constitution.
2. It includes the power to review legislations on the ground of violation of federal distribution of powers.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

35. The Indian Constitution advocates a federal set up with a strong central government. In this context, which of the following provisions create a strong central government?

1. Exclusive power of the Parliament to alter the state boundaries
2. Emergency Provisions
3. Office of the Governor
4. Bicameral Legislature

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

36. With reference to the ‘Office of Governor’, consider the following statements:
1. Governors are appointed by the President on the aid and advice of Union Council of Ministers.
2. The Governor has the power to recommend the dismissal of State government and suspension or dissolution of State assembly.
3. The Governor is the executive head of state.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 2 and 3 only

37. Consider the following pairs:
         List I (Items)                 List II (List of Seventh Schedule)

1. Banking                                   State List
2. Prison                                      Union List
3. Forest                                       Concurrent List
4. Cyber Laws                              Residuary powers

Which of the given above pairs are correctly matched?

(a) 1, 3 and 4 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(d) 3 and 4 only

38. Which of the given below is/are the feature(s) of a ‘Secular State’?
1. Promotion of Freedom within religion.
2. Promotion of Equality among various religions.
3. Denial of formal and legal alliance with any religion.
4. Opposition to any organized religion.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) 4 only
(b) 1, 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

39. With respect to ‘Asia-Pacific Institute for Broadcasting Development (AIBD)’, consider the
following statements:
1. It was established under the auspices of UNESCO.
2. The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) are founding organisations of the Institute.
3. The Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU) is a member of the General Conference with voting rights.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

40. Which of the following are the functions of ‘National Legal Service Authority (NALSA)’?
1. Providing free legal aid
2. Organizing LokAdalats
3. Promoting amicable settlement of disputes through ADR mechanism
4. Providing compensation to the crime victims.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 and 3 only

41. Consider the following states:
1. Bihar
2. Jammu and Kashmir
3. Maharashtra
4. Jharkhand
5. Uttar Pradesh
6. Tamil Nadu

Which of the given above states have ‘Bicameral Legislature’?

(a) 1, 2 and 5 only
(b) 1, 2, 5 and 6 only
(c) 1, 2, 3 and 5 only
(d) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6

42. Consider the following statements with reference to ‘Advisory Jurisdiction’:
1. The opinion of Supreme Court is sought by the Parliament over any question of law.
2. The apex court can give its advice or refuse to tender advice.
3. The advice tendered by the Supreme Court is binding in nature.

Which of the given above statement(s)is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1 and 3 only

43. ‘Libra’, seen in news recently, is associated to which of the following?

(a) Super Computer built under National Supercomputing Mission
(b) Malware developed by Pakistan
(c) Triple Drug Therapy for Lymphatic Filariasis
(d) Cryptocurrency developed by Facebook

44. Which of the following freedoms are envisaged under the ‘Right to Freedom of Religion’ of the
Indian Constitution?

1. Freedom to manage religious affairs.
2. Freedom of conscience and free propagation of religious ideas.
3. Right of minorities to establish educational institutions.
4. Rights of religious denominations to manage its own affairs in the matters of religion.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1, 2 and 4 only
(b) 2, 3, and 4 only
(c) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 3 and 4 only

45. Consider the election to the various constitutional institutions:
1. By elections to the Lok Sabha
2. State legislature of every State
3. Municipalities
4. Vice-President
5. Speaker
6. President

Elections to which of the given above institutions are conducted by the ‘Election Commission of India’?

(a) 1, 2, 4 and 6 only
(b) 1, 2, 3 and 6 only
(c) 2, 4 and 6 only
(d) 3, 4 and 6 only

46. With respect to ‘Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI)’, consider the following statements:
1. It is an independent international institute dedicated to research into conflict, armaments, arms control and disarmament.
2. It is fully funded by the United Nations.
3. It is located in Hague, Netherland

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

47. Consider the following features:
1. Affirmative actions for welfare SC's & ST's
2. Provision of minimum standard of living
3. Equal opportunities to the needy
4. Equitable distribution ofgoods and services

Which of the given above is/are in conformity with the ‘Principles of Justice’ of the Indian constitution?

(a) 4 only
(b) 1, 2 and 3 only
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

48. ‘No person ought to be punished for the same offence more than once’ is based on which of the
following doctrine?

(a) Doctrine of Pith and Substance
(b) Doctrine of Double Jeopardy
(c) Doctrine of Ultra Vires
(d) Doctrine of Eclipse

49. Which of the following comprises ‘Executive’ at the State level?
1. Governor
2. Chief Minister
3. Council of Ministers

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

50. Which of the following are the members of ‘National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)’?
1. Former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
2. Chief Justice of High Court
3. Judge of the Supreme Court
4. Members who have knowledge and practical experience in matters relating to Human Rights.
5. National Commission for Scheduled Castes

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1, 3 and 4 only
(b) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
(c) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
(d) 2, 4 and 5 only

51. Which of the following provisions of Indian Constitution promote the ideal of ‘Equality’?
1. Fundamental Rights
2. Reservation for Scheduled Castes and Tribes
3. Directive Principles of State Policy
4. Preamble
5. Equal citizenship to all the members of the state

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1, 2 and 4 only
(b) 2, 3 and 4 only
(c) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
(d) 1, 2, 4 and 5 only

52. Consider the following statements about ‘African Union’:
1. It consists of all the countries of African continent.
2. Its secretariat, the African Union Commission is based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

53. Consider the following statements:
1. Supreme Court has given a clear list of the basic features of our Constitution which cannot be amended.
2. The Parliament does not have the power to amend any part of the Constitution.
3. The ‘Doctrine of Basic Structure’ was advocated in the KesavanandaBharati case.

Which of the given above statement(s) is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

54. With reference to the ‘Constitutional Amendment Bill’,consider the following statements:
1. President possess the power of suspensive veto with respect to Constitutional Amendment bill.
2. There is no provision of joint session in the case of deadlock over the passage of constitution amendment bill.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

55. Consider the following statements:
1. Parliament can never discuss the conduct of judges.
2. Senior-most judge of the Supreme Court were always appointed as the Chief Justice of India.
3. Judges of Supreme Court or High Court can be removed only on the ground of ‘Violation
of Constitution’

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

(a) 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) None of the above

56. Read the following statements carefully and choose the right answer from the code given below:
1. The Speaker is elected from amongst the member of the Lok Sabha.
2. Lok Sabha is the representative of people of India in the Parliament.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

57. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has decided to set up a ‘Dispute Resolution Panel’ for solar and wind projects. In this context, consider the following statements:
1. The mechanism will cover all the projects that would be implemented through or by Solar
Energy Corporation of India and NTPC.
2. The decision of the panel will be final and no more modifications can be made.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

58. Which of the following can initiate an amendment to the Constitution of India?
1. Lok Sabha
2. Rajya Sabha
3. Constitutional Commission
4. State Legislature

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1, 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only
(d) 1 and 2 only

59. ‘Governments’ all over the world are classified as Parliamentary and Presidential on the basis of which of the following?

(a) Relation between Centre and States
(b) Relation between Legislature and Executive
(c) Relation between Executive and Judiciary
(d) All of the above

60. Consider the followingsections of society:
1. Women
2. Religious Minorities
3. Other Backward Classes (OBCs)
4. Scheduled Castes (SCs)
5. Schedules Tribes

Reservations of which of the given above classes are mandatorily provided under the ‘73rd Constitutional Amendment Act’?

(a) 1, 4 and 5 only
(b) 2, 3 and 4 only
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only
(d) 1, 3 and 4 only

61. Consider the following statements about ‘High Courts’ in India:
1. High Court exercises administrative control over its subordinate courts.
2. It has the power to issue writs for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights and for other purposes also.
3. The verdict of High Court is binding on all other high courts of India.

Which of the given above statement(s) is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

62. The provision of ‘Reservation to Backward class of citizens which are not adequately represented
in the state’ is related to:

(a) Article 14
(b) Article 16
(c) Article 21
(d) Article 25

63. With respect to ‘Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC)’, consider the following statements:
1. It is a statutory body.
2. It is chaired by the Prime Minister.
3. RBI governor and Chairman of Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board are members of the council.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 3 only

64. Consider the following items:
1. Libraries
2. Family Welfare
3. Markets and fairs
4. Public Distribution System
5. Drinking Water

Which of the given above items are mentioned under the ‘Eleventh Schedule’ of Indian Constitution?

(a) 1, 3, 4 and 5 only
(b) 2, 3 and 5 only
(c) 2, 3, 4 and 5
(d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

65. With reference to ‘Constitutional Amendments’, consider the following pairs:

                      List I (Amendment)                        List II (Related to)
 
      1. 52st Constitutional Amendment                   Anti-Defection
      2. 73rd Constitutional AmendmentUrban        Local Bodies
      3. 61st Constitutional Amendment                  Reduction in Voting age

Which of the given above pair(s) is/are correctly matched?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3
(d) 1 and 3 only

66. Power of the Supreme Court of India to decide the ‘dispute between Centre and State’ falls under
which of the following jurisdiction?

(a) Advisory Jurisdiction
(b) Original Jurisdiction
(c) Writ Jurisdiction
(d) Appellate Jurisdiction

67. Monarchy and Democracy are two types of government seen in different countries. In this
context, consider the following statements:
1. In monarchy, the monarch has the power to make decisions and run the government.
2. In democracy, government which is elected by the people is given the power to make decisions.
3. In both cases, monarch and the government has to explain its action and defend its decision
to the people.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

68. With reference to ‘Gram Sabha’, consider the following statements:
1. Gram Sabha comprises of all the voters of Gram Panchayat.
2. Its role and functions are mentioned in the Constitution.

Which of the given above statement(s) is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

69. With respect to ‘Regional Cooperation Agreement on Combating Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia (ReCAAP)’, consider the following statements:

1. It is the first regional Government-to- Government agreement to deal with piracy and armed robbery at sea in Asia.
2. ICG is the focal point within India for ReCAAP.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

70. Which of the following statements are correct about the ‘Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs)’?
1. Indirect election held for all the levels/seats of Panchayat.
2. Reservations for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes are provided at all the three levels.
3. Tenure of every Panchayat is fixed for five years.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

71. With respect to ‘Bonn Challenge’, consider the following statements:
1. It is a global effort to restore deforested and degraded land.
2. Forest Landscape Restoration (FLR) approach, which aims to restore ecological integrity is a part of Bonn Challenge.
3. It is organized by United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 2 only
(d) 1 and 3 only

72. With reference to ‘Parliamentary Procedure’, consider the following statements:
1. ‘Zero Hour’ is utilized by any Parliamentarian to raise questions/matters of current importance.
2. Ministers mandatorily need to respond to the questions raised by the MPs in ‘Question Hour’, which is held thrice a week.

Which of the given above statement(s) is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

73. With reference to ‘Functions of Parliament’, consider the following pairs:

              List I (Function)                                 List II (Features)

         1. Judicial Function                                Removal of Vice-President
         2. Electoral Function                              Elects President of the country
         3. Constituent Function                          Enacting amendments to the Constitution
         4. Representation                                    Divergent views from different life of society

Which of the given above pairs are correctly matched?

(a) 2, 3 and 4 only
(b) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2 and 4 only

74. Consider the following statements in the context of ‘Rajya Sabha’:
1. The Vice-President acts as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
2. Members of the Rajya Sabha are elected for a term of six years and cannot get re-elected.
3. Twelve member from the field of art and social sciences can be nominated by President in Rajya Sabha.

Which of the given above statement(s)is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

75. Which of the following are the features of ‘Democracy’?
1. The real power rests with people of the country.
2. The existing leader in power has a fair chance of losing the elections.
3. Every adult citizen enjoys universal adult franchise.
4. A democratic government rules within limits set by Constitution.

Choose the right answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1, 2 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 4 only
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

76. With respect to ‘Sheath Blight disease’, consider the following statements:
1. It is caused by a bacterium pathogen, Rhizoctoniasolani.
2. It is associated with the arsenic contamination of rice.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

77. With reference to ‘First past the post (FPTP) system’ and ‘Plurality system (PR)’, consider the
following statements:
1. In FPTP, voters vote for a party whereas in PR, voters vote for a candidate.
2. In FPTP, one representative is elected from every constituency whereas in PR, more than one representative may be elected from a single constituency.
3. In FPTP, the winning candidate gets majority of votes whereas in PR, winning candidate
may not get majority votes.

Which of the given above statement(s) is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) None of the above

78. Which of the following is included in the notification of ‘Election Schedule’?
1. Last date for filing nominations
2. Date of polling
3. Last date of scrutiny
4. Declaration of results
5. Date of counting

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1, 2, 4 and 5 only
(b) 2, 4 and 5 only
(c) 2, 3, 4 and 5
(d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

79. ‘Fundamental Duties’ do not enjoy which of the following sanction?

(a) Moral Sanction
(b) Social Sanction
(c) Legal Sanction
(d) Ethical Sanction

80. With reference to the ‘National Human Rights Commission’, consider the following statements:
1. The Commission has no right to punish the culprit.
2. It can start the inquiry at its own initiative or on a petition presented to it by a victim.
3. It can only recommend courts to initiate the proceedings based on their inquiry.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

81. Consider the following statements about the eligibility for contesting elections:
1. Every citizen who has attained 18 years of age can contest Parliamentary elections.
2. The constitution has fixed minimum Educational Qualifications for contesting elections.
3. Every candidate has to make a legal declaration about his assets and liabilities and educational qualifications.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

82. With respect to ‘Asiatic Golden Cat’, consider the following statements:
1. It is listed as endangered on the IUCN’s Red List of threatened species.
2. It is found across eastern Nepal through North-eastern India to Indonesia.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

83. With respect to ‘Cultural and Educational Rights’, consider the following statements:
1. It provides all minorities with the right to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice.
2. The Right defines ‘Minority’ as only the religious minority at the national level.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/ are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

84. With reference to ‘Multi-party system in India’, consider the following statements:
1. It is a system in which multiple political parties across the political spectrum run for national election.
2. The concept of ‘coalition, alliance or front’ is associated to multi-party system.
3. India follows a multiparty system in elections.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

85. Consider the following countries:
1. India
2. Pakistan
3. Turkmenistan
4. Russia
5. Afghanistan

Which among the given above countries are full-member states of ‘Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)’?

(a) 1, 2 and 4 only
(b) 2, 3, 4 and 5 only
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 3, 4 and 5 only

86. Which of the following events brings the dissolution of Council of Ministers (CoMs) automatically?
1. Death of the Prime Minister
2. Resignation of Prime Minister
3. Resignation of a Minister

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

87. Consider the following statements about the 'Equality':
1. Political equality provides for giving people a fair and equal chance to compete for goods
and opportunities.
2. Social equality refers to granting equal citizenship to all members of the state.
3. Economic equality is the concept where all people have equal to wealth.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 2 and 3 only

88. Consider the following statements with referenceto 'Judiciary of India':
1. Supreme Court can transfer judges of High courts.
2. Both Supreme Court and High Court can issue writs for restoring the fundamental rights.
3. Supreme Court can transfer cases from one high court to another.

Which of the given above statements are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

89. Collective responsibility of the Council of Ministers to the Parliament is the bedrock principle of
parliamentary government. It implies that:

(a) The Parliament can remove the Council of Ministers from office by passing a vote of no-confidence.
(b) The Council of Ministers is appointed and dismissed by the Parliament.
(c) All important decisions of the Council of Ministers have to be approved by the Parliament.
(d) None of the above.

90. Read the following statements carefully and choose the right answer by using the codes given below:
1. Constitution represents the highest law of the land.
2. Rights are the claims directed towards the state and place an obligation upon the state
to act in certain kinds of ways.
3. Indian Constitution recognizes political, economic and cultural claim of its citizens.

Which of the above statements are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

91. With respect to '5G Network Technology', consider the following statements:
1. The peak network data speeds are expected to be in the range of 6-7 Megabit per second (Mbps) in India.
2. It provides faster and more reliable communication with ultra-low latency.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

92. Consider the following statements:
1. The Socialist character of Indian polity mentioned in the preamble denotes that all citizens have right to vote.
2. The Sovereign character of Indian polity emphasizes that India is free from any type of
external control.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

93. Consider the following statements:
1. Chief Minister is head of the state.
2. Chief Minister is appointed by the Governor of the state.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

94. Which among the following are the duties of Police Officer at the time of arrest, detention and
interrogation?
1. To investigate any complaint about the commission of a crime.
2. To file a chargesheet in the court based on their opinion.
3. To decide whether a person is guilty or innocent.
4. They can inflict punishment on person if they think they are guilty of the charges.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

95. With respect to 'Right to Freedom of Religion', consider the following statements:
1. Right to convert falls under the ambit of Right to Freedom of Religion.
2. Government cannot compel any person to pay taxes for the promotion or maintenance of any
particular religion or religious institution.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/ are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

96. Consider the following institutions:
1. Government of India
2. Parliament of India
3. Government of State
4. Legislative council of a State

Which of the above constitute 'State' under Article 12 of the Constitution?

(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

97. With respect to 'Electoral Roll', consider the following statements:
1. All the citizens aged 18 years and above can vote in an election.
2. Criminals and persons with unsound mind can be denied the right to vote.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/ are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

98. With respect to 'Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES)', consider the following statements:
1. Viruses are the only causative agents of Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES).
2. It affects only the children upto 15 years of age.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

99. Which of the following has its influence on the 'Indian Constitution'?
1. Government of India Act, 1935
2. Ideals of French Revolution
3. Parliamentary democracy in Britain
4. Bill of Rights in the US
5. Socialist revolution in Russia

Choose the right answer from the codes given below:

(a) 1, 3 and 4 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 1, 3, 4 and 5 only
(d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

100. With reference to 'Fundamental Rights' under the Indian Constitution, consider the following
statements:
1. Any part of these rights cannot be amended by law of the Parliament.
2. They are justifiable in nature.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2