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Which of the following is not a mandatory provision of the 73 rd Constitutional amendment act? | Fixed tenure of five years for panchayats at all levels. | Establishment of a State Election Commission for conducting elections to the panchayats. | Organization of Gram Sabha in a village or group of villages. | Fixed tenure of five years for panchayats at all levels. | Provision of reservation of seats for backward classes in panchayats at all the levels is not mandatory one. The other options are correct. The provisions of the 73rd amendment act can be identified as the the compulsory and voluntary provisions. Compulsory provisions are: 1. Organization of Gram Sabha in a villag... | d | Panchayati Raj | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is not a mandatory provision of the 73 rd Constitutional amendment act?##Option_A: Fixed tenure of five years for panchayats at all levels.###Option_B: Establishment of a State Election Commission for conducting elections to the panchayats.##Option... |
Consider the following statements regarding the 73 rd Constitutional Amendment act: It added a new part and a new schedule to the Constitution of India. It promoted the process of democratic decentralisation. It has brought panchayati raj institutions under the justiciable part of Constitution. Which of the above stat... | 1, 2 and 3 | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only. | 1, 2 and 3 | 73rd Amendment Act of 1992: This act has added a new Part-IX to the Constitution of India. It is entitled as ‘The Panchayats’ and consists of provisions from Articles 243 to 243 O. In addition, the act has also added a new Eleventh Schedule to the Constitution. This schedule contains 29 functional items of the panchaya... | a | Panchayati Raj | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding the 73 rd Constitutional Amendment act: It added a new part and a new schedule to the Constitution of India. It promoted the process of democratic decentralisation. It has brought panchayati raj institutions under the justiciable ... |
Which of the following is/are correct regarding the office of State Election Commissioner?
1. He is appointed by the Governor.
2. His conditions of service are determined by law as made by the State legislature.
3.He is removed by the governor on the recommendation of the State Legislature.
Select the cor... | 1, 2 and 3
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Statement 1 is correct. Article 243 K(1) states that for elections to the Panchayats the superintendence, direction and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for, and the conduct of, all elections to the Panchayats shall be vested in a State Election Commission consisting of a State Election Commissioner to ... | b | Panchayati Raj | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following is/are correct regarding the office of State Election Commissioner?
1. He is appointed by the Governor.
2. His conditions of service are determined by law as made by the State legislature.
3.He is removed by the governor on the recommendation... |
Gram Sabha as provided by 73 rd Constitutional Amendment Act is a body comprising of: | All the adult members of the village coming under the Panchayat area. | All the registered voters in the area of the Panchayat at the village level. | All graduates of three years standing and residing within the area of Panchayat. | All the adult members of the village coming under the Panchayat area. | Gram Sabha is a body consisting of persons registered in the electoral rolls of a village comprised within the area of Panchayat at the village level. Thus, it is a village assembly consisting of all the registered voters in the area of a panchayat. It may exercise such powers and perform such functions at the village ... | b | Panchayati Raj | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Gram Sabha as provided by 73 rd Constitutional Amendment Act is a body comprising of:##Option_A: All the adult members of the village coming under the Panchayat area.###Option_B: All the registered voters in the area of the Panchayat at the village level.##Option_C: All gra... |
According to 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, the chairperson of the Panchayat at the village level is elected in which of the following manner? | He is directly elected by the people. | He is indirectly elected by amongst the elected members of Panchayat. | It has been left to state legislature to determine the mode of election. | He is directly elected by the people. |
Article 243C(5) provides that the Chairperson of:
(a) Panchayat at the village level shall be elected in such manner as the Legislature of a State may, by law, provide; and
(b) a Panchayat at the intermediate level or district level, shall be elected by, and from amongst, the elected members thereof
| c | Panchayati Raj | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:According to 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, the chairperson of the Panchayat at the village level is elected in which of the following manner?##Option_A:He is directly elected by the people.###Option_B:He is indirectly elected by amongst the elected members of Panchayat.... |
Which of the following subjects are placed under the purview of Panchayats in the 11th schedule? Technical Training and Vocational Education Public Distribution System Poverty alleviation Programme Social Forestry and Farm forestry Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2 and 3 only | 2 and 4 only | 3 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | All the given options are under the purview of panchayats under the 11 th schedule. This schedule places following functional items under the purview of the Panchayats: 1. Agriculture, including agricultural extension. 2. Land improvement, implementation of land reforms, land consolidation and soil conservation. 3. ... | d | Panchayati Raj | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following subjects are placed under the purview of Panchayats in the 11th schedule? Technical Training and Vocational Education Public Distribution System Poverty alleviation Programme Social Forestry and Farm forestry Select the correct answer using the code gi... |
Provisions of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act are not applicable to which of the following states? 1. Jammu and Kashmir 2. Mizoram 3. Nagaland Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only |
The act does not apply to the states of Jammu and Kashmir, Nagaland, Meghalaya and Mizoram and certain other areas.
These areas include,
(a) the scheduled areas and the tribal areas in the states;
(b) the hill area of Manipur for which a district council exists; and
(c) Darjeeling district of West Ben... | d | Panchayati Raj | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Provisions of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act are not applicable to which of the following states? 1. Jammu and Kashmir 2. Mizoram 3. Nagaland Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only ###Option_B: 1 and 2 only ##Option_C: 2 and 3 on... |
Consider the following statements with regard to District Planning Committee: It is provided by the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act. It consolidates the plan prepared by the Panchayats and Municipalities of the district. All its members are elected by the elected members of the Panchayats and Municipalities from am... | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Statement 1 and 2 are correct. DPC has been provided by the 74 th Constitution amendment act) and it consolidates the plan prepared by the panchayats and Municipalities. Statement 3 is wrong as only four-fifth of the members of DPC are elected by the elected members of the Panchayats and Municipalities from amongst th... | a | Local Urban Government | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Consider the following statements with regard to District Planning Committee: It is provided by the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act. It consolidates the plan prepared by the Panchayats and Municipalities of the district. All its members are elected by the elected members... |
With reference to the Notified Area Committee, consider the following statements : 1. It is created by a separate act of the state legislature. 2. It is an entirely nominated body. 3. It is established for the administration of towns and smaller cities. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | A notified area committee is created for the administration of two types of areas—a fast developing town due to industrialisation, and a town which does not yet fulfil all the conditions necessary for the constitution of a municipality, but which otherwise is considered important by the state government. Since it is es... | b | Local Urban Government | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Notified Area Committee, consider the following statements : 1. It is created by a separate act of the state legislature. 2. It is an entirely nominated body. 3. It is established for the administration of towns and smaller cities. Which of the statemen... |
Which of the following is correct regarding Municipal Commissioner?
1. He is the chief executive authority of the Municipal Corporation
2. He is chairman of the standing committees of the Corporation
3. He is elected by members of the council from amongst themselves.
Select the correct ... | 1 and 2 only
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Statement 1 is correct as Municipal Commissioner is the chief executive authority of the corporation
Statement 2 is incorrect as Standing Committes is separate part in Municipal Corporation and commissioner is not the chairman though he is reponsible for implementing the decisions taken by the standing committee... | b | Local Urban Government | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following is correct regarding Municipal Commissioner?
1. He is the chief executive authority of the Municipal Corporation
2. He is chairman of the standing committees of the Corporation
3. He is elected by members of the council fro... |
Which among the following urban bodies is/are established by an act of the State Legislature? Port Trust Cantonment Board Town Area Committee Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only | A port trust is created by an Act of Parliament. It consists of both elected and nominated members. Its chairman is an official. Its civic functions are more or less similar to those of a municipality. Hence, statement 1 is not correct. A cantonment board is established for municipal administration for civilian populat... | c | Local Urban Government | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which among the following urban bodies is/are established by an act of the State Legislature? Port Trust Cantonment Board Town Area Committee Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1 and 3 only##Option_C: 3 only##Option_D: 1... |
Consider the following statements regarding Cantonment Boards:
1. It is established only for the civilian population in the cantonment area.
2. It is created and administered by the central government.
3. It is entirely nominated body.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
... | 1 only
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| 1 only
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A cantonment board is established for municipal administration for civilian population in the cantonment area. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
It is set up under the provisions of the Cantonments Act of 2006—a legislation enacted by the Central government. It works under the administrative control of the defence m... | b | Local Urban Government | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements regarding Cantonment Boards:
1. It is established only for the civilian population in the cantonment area.
2. It is created and administered by the central government.
3. It is entirely nominated body.
Which ... |
Consider the following statements with regard to disqualification under Anti defection law: Any question regarding disqualification arising out of defection is to be decided by the presiding officer. This decision is final and cannot be subjected to judicial review. While taking such a decision, the decision-taking aut... | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | Statement 1 is Correct. Any question regarding disqualification arising out of defection is to be decided by the presiding officer of the house. Statement 2 is Incorrect. Originally, the act provided that the decision of the presiding officer is final and cannot be questioned in any court. However, The Supreme Court de... | a | Others | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with regard to disqualification under Anti defection law: Any question regarding disqualification arising out of defection is to be decided by the presiding officer. This decision is final and cannot be subjected to judicial review. While ta... |
With regard to composition of Legislative Assembly, Consider the following statements:
1. All members of the all-Legislative assemblies across the country are directly elected.
2. Governor can nominate one members from the Anglo-Indian community in the assembly.
3. Maximum strength of Le... | 1 and 2 only
| 2 and 3 only
| 2 only
| 1 and 2 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect. Generally the legislative assembly consists of representatives directly elected by the people on the basis of universal adult franchise. However some members of the legislative assemblies of Sikkim and Nagaland are also elected indirectly.
Statement 2 is correct. The governor can nomina... | b | State Legislature | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
With regard to composition of Legislative Assembly, Consider the following statements:
1. All members of the all-Legislative assemblies across the country are directly elected.
2. Governor can nominate one members from the Anglo-Indian community in the ... |
Which of the following circumstances is/are exempted for disqualification under defection? Merger of the party with another party by 2/3 rd members. Voluntarily giving-up the membership after being elected as the presiding officer. Split in the party by 1/3 rd members. Select the correct answer using the code given b... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | Statement 1 is Correct. If a member goes out of his party as a result of merger of the party with another party, he/she is exempted. A merger takes place when 2/3 rd of the members of the party have agreed to such merger. Statement 2 is Correct. If a member, after being elected as the presiding officer of the house, v... | b | Others | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following circumstances is/are exempted for disqualification under defection? Merger of the party with another party by 2/3 rd members. Voluntarily giving-up the membership after being elected as the presiding officer. Split in the party by 1/3 rd members. Sel... |
Consider the following provisions of the Tenth Schedule: An independent member of the house becomes disqualified if he/she joins any political party. A member of a political party cannot abstain from voting in the house, contrary to the direction of the party, under any circumstance. A nominated member becomes disquali... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | Statement 1 is Correct. An Independent member of a house becomes disqualified to remain a member of the house is he/she joins any political party after such election. Statement 2 is Incorrect. A member belonging to any political party becomes disqualified if he/she votes or abstains from voting contrary to the directio... | a | Others | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following provisions of the Tenth Schedule: An independent member of the house becomes disqualified if he/she joins any political party. A member of a political party cannot abstain from voting in the house, contrary to the direction of the party, under any circ... |
Consider the following statements with reference to Chief Minister of state: 1. He shall prove majority in the legislative assembly before being appointed as Chief Minister. 2. He can be appointed as a Chief Minister even if he is not a member of the state legislature. 3. The term of a Chief Minister has been fixed by ... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | 1 and 2 only |
Statement 1 is incorrect. The constitution does not require that a person must prove his majority in the legislative assembly before he is appointed as a Chief Minister. The governor may first appoint him as the CM and then ask him to prove his majority in the legislative assembly, within a reasonable period.
Sta... | d | Chief Minister | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with reference to Chief Minister of state: 1. He shall prove majority in the legislative assembly before being appointed as Chief Minister. 2. He can be appointed as a Chief Minister even if he is not a member of the state legislature. 3. Th... |
Under which of the following cases can the Governor use his individual discretion in appointing Chief Minister? When no political party has clear majority. When the Chief Minister in office dies suddenly. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is correct. When no party has a clear majority in the legislative assembly, then governor may exercise his personal discretion in the selection and appointment of CM. In such a situation the governor usually appoints, the leader of largest party or largest coalition party, as the CM and ask him to seek a vo... | c | Chief Minister | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Under which of the following cases can the Governor use his individual discretion in appointing Chief Minister? When no political party has clear majority. When the Chief Minister in office dies suddenly. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 onl... |
Consider the following statements about the Additional Judges and Retired Judges of High Court (HC) and identify the correct statements
1. President can appoint duly qualified person/s as Additional judge/s in case of increase in the workload or arrears of work in the HC.
2. Chief justice of HC can appoint th... | 1 only
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Statement 1 : correct: this is the temporary provision only for the period not exceeding 2 years and appointee cannot hold office after attaining 62 years of age
Statement 2 : Incorrect: Chief justice of HC can appoint the Retired judge of a HC to act as judge of HC for a temporary period with prior the conse... | a | High Court | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements about the Additional Judges and Retired Judges of High Court (HC) and identify the correct statements
1. President can appoint duly qualified person/s as Additional judge/s in case of increase in the workload or arrears of work in the ... |
Consider the following statements:
1. The date of election of deputy speaker is fixed by the Speaker.
2. The date of election of Speaker is fixed by the President.
3. The oath to the Speaker is administered by the President.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
| 1 only
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Statement 1 is correct. The election of Deputy Speaker is held after the election of Speaker. The date of the election is fixed by the Speaker.
Statement 2 is also correct. Soon after general election, the speaker of last Lok Sabha resigns. The Pro Tem Speaker takes the charge. He helps the House elect the speak... | b | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements:
1. The date of election of deputy speaker is fixed by the Speaker.
2. The date of election of Speaker is fixed by the President.
3. The oath to the Speaker is administered by the President.
Which of the statements give... |
The Election Commission has the power of superintendence, direction and conduct of elections to the 1. Legislative Council 2. Rajya Sabha 3. Office of Vice President 4. Office of Speaker Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 3 only | 2 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | 3 only | The election commission has the power of superintendence, direction and conduct of all elections to the Parliament, State Legislatures, Office of President and Office of Vice President. The Speaker is elected by the Lok Sabha from amongst its members. | c | Electoral politics | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Election Commission has the power of superintendence, direction and conduct of elections to the 1. Legislative Council 2. Rajya Sabha 3. Office of Vice President 4. Office of Speaker Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 3 only###Option_B: 2 an... |
Consider the following pairs: Election Officers Roles 1. Returning Officer (RO) : Conducts election 2. Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) : Declares election result 3. District Election Officer (DEO) : Responsible for electoral rolls 4. Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) : Supervises election in state Which of the pairs... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 1 only | Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) : authorised to supervise the election work in the state/union-territory subject to overall superintendence, direction and control of Election Commission. District Election Officer (DEO) : authorised to supervise the election work of a district subject to overall superintendence, direction... | a | Electoral politics | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following pairs: Election Officers Roles 1. Returning Officer (RO) : Conducts election 2. Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) : Declares election result 3. District Election Officer (DEO) : Responsible for electoral rolls 4. Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) : Su... |
Consider the following statements regarding Model Code of Conduct (MCC) :
1. They have been given statutory backing in the Representation of the People Act, 1951.
2. They come into force 6 months before election date.
3. They contain guidelines for the ruling party to ensure a level field is maintained ac... | 1 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect. MCC evolved by the Election Commission on the basis of a consensus among political parties and are a set of broad guidelines as to how the political parties and candidates should conduct themselves during election campaign. They have not been given statutory backing in the Representation of... | c | Electoral politics | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements regarding Model Code of Conduct (MCC) :
1. They have been given statutory backing in the Representation of the People Act, 1951.
2. They come into force 6 months before election date.
3. They contain guidelines for the ruling p... |
With reference to Money Bill, consider the following statements: 1. All money bills are financial bills but not all financial bills are money bill. 2. Joint sitting for passing money bill is presided by the Speaker. 3. Money bill can be introduced only on the recommendation of President. Which of the statements giv... | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Statement 1 is correct. Financial bills are of three kinds: 1.Money bills—Article 110 2.Financial bills (I)—Article 117 (1) 3.Financial bills (II)—Article 117 (3) This classification implies that money bills are simply a species of financial bills. Hence, all money bills are financial bills but all financial bills are... | c | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Money Bill, consider the following statements: 1. All money bills are financial bills but not all financial bills are money bill. 2. Joint sitting for passing money bill is presided by the Speaker. 3. Money bill can be introduced only on the recommendati... |
Consider the following statements:
2. All resolutions introduced in either of the houses has to be voted upon.
3. All resolutions are subtantive motion while all motions are not substantive.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
| 1 only
| 2 only
| Both 1 and 2
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Statement 1 is correct. All motions are not necessarily put to vote of the House, whereas all the resolutions are required to be voted upon.
Statement 2 is correct. All resolutions come in the category of substantive motions, that is to say, every resolution is a particular type of motion. All motions need not ne... | c | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements:
2. All resolutions introduced in either of the houses has to be voted upon.
3. All resolutions are subtantive motion while all motions are not substantive.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
##Option_A: ... |
Consider the following statements with reference to presiding officers in Parliament: In case of vacancy in the office of speaker and deputy speaker, Lok Sabha may elect any member as acting speaker. In the instance when resolution of their removal is in consideration, both speaker and the chairman can vote. Which o... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is incorrect. It is the president, not Lok Sabha, who appoints a member of parliament as acting speaker if the post of speaker/deputy speaker is vacant until the next speaker/deputy speaker is elected by the house. Statement 2 is incorrect as well. While Speaker can vote in the first instance when a resolut... | d | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with reference to presiding officers in Parliament: In case of vacancy in the office of speaker and deputy speaker, Lok Sabha may elect any member as acting speaker. In the instance when resolution of their removal is in consideration, bot... |
Consider the following statements: 1. The question of disqualification other than on the ground of defection is decided by the President. 2. A member can be nominated to Rajya Sabha for any number of times. 3. The normal term of Rajya Sabha is Six years at a time. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only |
Statement 1 is correct. Only on the question of disqualification on the ground of defection does the speaker decides. Else for other case of disqualification, it the president who takes the decision.
Statement 2 is correct as well. The retiring member of the Rajya Sabha are eligible for re-election and renominat... | a | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: 1. The question of disqualification other than on the ground of defection is decided by the President. 2. A member can be nominated to Rajya Sabha for any number of times. 3. The normal term of Rajya Sabha is Six years at a time. Which ... |
What is the purpose of opposition in the house?
1. It checks autocratic tendencies of the ruling party.
2. It provides an alternate government.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
| 1 only
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An effective opposition is very essential for the successful operation of the parliamentary democracy prevalent in India. It checks the autocratic tendencies of the ruling party as well as provides an alternative government. The opposition has a duty to themselves and to their voters to play the role of an alternativ... | c | Electoral politics | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
What is the purpose of opposition in the house?
1. It checks autocratic tendencies of the ruling party.
2. It provides an alternate government.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
##Option_A: 1 only
###Option_B: 2 only
##Option_C: Bot... |
What are the benefits received by the political parties recognised by the Election Commission? 1. Exclusive allocation of election symbols. 2. Access to electoral rolls. 3. Time for political broadcast on state owned television and radio stations. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | Benefits received by recognised political parties include: 1. Exclusive allocation of election symbols. Every national party is allotted a symbol exclusively reserved for its use throughout the country. Similarly, every state party is allotted a symbol exclusively reserved for its use in the state or states in which it... | d | Electoral politics | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:What are the benefits received by the political parties recognised by the Election Commission? 1. Exclusive allocation of election symbols. 2. Access to electoral rolls. 3. Time for political broadcast on state owned television and radio stations. Select the correct answer u... |
What are the advantages of Electronic Voting machine over traditional ballot paper system?
1. Eliminates the possibility of invalid votes.
2. Make counting of votes much faster.
3. Savings in cost of printing paper.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
| 1 and 2 only
| 2 and 3 only
| 1, 2 and 3
| 1 and 2 only
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Statement 1 is Correct. It eliminates the possibility of invalid and doubtful votes.
Statement 2 is Correct. It makes the process of counting of votes much faster than the conventional system.
Statement 3 is Correct. The most important advantage is that the printing of millions of ballot papers can be dispens... | c | Others | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
What are the advantages of Electronic Voting machine over traditional ballot paper system?
1. Eliminates the possibility of invalid votes.
2. Make counting of votes much faster.
3. Savings in cost of printing paper.
Select the correct answer using the code ... |
Which of the following reform(s) have been made in Rajya Sabha elections?
1. Domicile requirement of a candidate has been removed.
2. Introduction of open ballot system instead of secret ballot system.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
| 1 only
| 2 only
| Both 1 and 2
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Statement 1 is Correct. The change was made in 2003. Domicile or residency requirement of a candidate contesting an election to the Rajya Sabha was removed. It would be sufficient if he/she is an elector in any parliamentary constituency in the country.
Statement 2 is Correct. Introduction of open ballot system ... | c | Working of the political system since Independence | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following reform(s) have been made in Rajya Sabha elections?
1. Domicile requirement of a candidate has been removed.
2. Introduction of open ballot system instead of secret ballot system.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
##... |
Consider the following statements: The President is integral part of the Parliament. Parliamentary privileges do not extend to the President. Parliamentary privileges extend to the Attorney General of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 and 2 | 1 and 3 | 2 and 3 | 1 and 2 | Statement 1 is correct. Parliament incldues both the houses i.e. Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha and the President. Statement 2 is correct. Though President is integral part of the Parliament, the parliamentary privileges do not extend to him. Statement 3 is also correct. The constitution has extended the parliamentary pri... | d | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: The President is integral part of the Parliament. Parliamentary privileges do not extend to the President. Parliamentary privileges extend to the Attorney General of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: ... |
Consider the following parliamentary committees: Business Advisory Committee Committee of Privileges Rules Committee General Purpose Committee Which of the above mentioned committees are headed by the Speaker? | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | Speaker of the Loksabha or the Chairperson of the Rajyasabha heads following committees: Business Advisory Committee General Purpose Committee Rules Committee | d | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following parliamentary committees: Business Advisory Committee Committee of Privileges Rules Committee General Purpose Committee Which of the above mentioned committees are headed by the Speaker? ##Option_A: 1, 2 and 3 only ###Option_B: 1, 2 and 4 only##Optio... |
Consider the following statements:
1. If Finance Minister is the member of Public Accounts Committee, he becomes its chairperson.
2.The member of Public Accounts Committee are elected according to the principle of proportional representation by means of single transferable vote.
Which of the statement... | 1 only
| 2 only
| Both 1 and 2
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Statement 1 is incorrect. No minister can be part of Public Accounts Committee.
Statement 2 is correct. The members of PAC are elected by the Parliament every year amongst its members according to the principle of proportional representation by means of single transferable vote.
| b | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements:
1. If Finance Minister is the member of Public Accounts Committee, he becomes its chairperson.
2.The member of Public Accounts Committee are elected according to the principle of proportional representation by means of single t... |
With refernce to powers of Rajya Sabha,consider the following statements:
(1) Any resolution to remove the Vice-President can be brought only in the Rajya Sabha.
(2) Prime MInister, even if member of Rajya Sabha, is responsible only to the Lok Sabha.
(3) All financial bill, other than Money Bill, can a... | 1 only
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Statement 1 is correct. Rajya sabha alone can initiate the removal of the vice-president. He is removed by a resolution passed by the Rajya Sabha by a special majority and agreed to by the Lok Sabha by a simple majority.
Statement 2 is also correct. Any minister regardless of his memebrship to any house is respo... | d | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
With refernce to powers of Rajya Sabha,consider the following statements:
(1) Any resolution to remove the Vice-President can be brought only in the Rajya Sabha.
(2) Prime MInister, even if member of Rajya Sabha, is responsible only to the Lok Sabha.
(3) All... |
Consider the following statements regarding Money bill: It can be introduced only by a minister. Rajya Sabha cannot amend or reject the the Money bill. President can withhold his assent to the Money bill . Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | Statement 1 is correct: A money bill can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha and that too on the recommendation of the president. Every such bill is considered to be a government bill and can be introduced only by a minister. Statement 2 is correct. Rajya Sabha cannot amend or reject the the Money bill. It should retu... | d | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding Money bill: It can be introduced only by a minister. Rajya Sabha cannot amend or reject the the Money bill. President can withhold his assent to the Money bill . Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?##Option_A: ... |
Who among the following can vote in the election of the President? Elected and nominated members of the Lok Sabha. Elected Members of Rajya Sabha. Elected Members of Legislative Assemblies of UTs Elected members of Legislative Councils Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | The President is elected not directly by the people but by members of electoral college consisting of: the elected members of both the Houses of Parliament; the elected members of the legislative assemblies of the states ; and the elected members of the legislative assemblies of the Union Territories of Delhi and Pudu... | b | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who among the following can vote in the election of the President? Elected and nominated members of the Lok Sabha. Elected Members of Rajya Sabha. Elected Members of Legislative Assemblies of UTs Elected members of Legislative Councils Select the correct answer using the cod... |
1) Which of the following statements regarding a Parliamentary Committee is/are correct?
1. It is always nominated by the Speaker/Chairman of the House.
2. It presents its report to the House or to the Speaker/Chairman of the House.
3. It works under the direction of the Speaker/Chairm... | 1 only
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Statement 1 is not correct as the Parliamentary Committees can either be elected by the House or nominated by the Speaker/Chairman.
Statement 2 is correct as the Parliamentary Committee is made to exercise checks over the executive by the Parliament. So its report is submitted to the House for discussions.
St... | c | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
1) Which of the following statements regarding a Parliamentary Committee is/are correct?
1. It is always nominated by the Speaker/Chairman of the House.
2. It presents its report to the House or to the Speaker/Chairman of the House.
3. It wo... |
Which of the following statements is/are correct with regard to Committee on Public undertakings? The members are elected every year from both the houses of the parliament. A minister cannot be elected as a member of the committee. The chairman of this Committee can be only from Lok sabha. Select the correct answer us... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | Statement 1 is correct as the members are elected every year for a term of 1 year. The elections are done through proportional representation using a single transferable vote. Statement 2 is correct. A minister cannot be elected as a member of the committee. Statement 3 is correct. The chairman of the committee is appo... | d | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct with regard to Committee on Public undertakings? The members are elected every year from both the houses of the parliament. A minister cannot be elected as a member of the committee. The chairman of this Committee can be only... |
Consider the following statements with regard to the Estimates Committee: 1. The members are nominated only from Lok Sabha. 2. It called a ‘continuous economy committee’ since it examines all the ministries and departments throughout the year. 3. It examines the budget estimates only after they have been voted by the ... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 3 only | 1 only | Statement 1 is incorrect. The members are not nominated, they are elected only from Loksabha according to the principles of proportional representation by means of single transferable vote. Statement 2 is not correct as the committees only take up few ministries and departments every year on rotation basis. Thus it ta... | c | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with regard to the Estimates Committee: 1. The members are nominated only from Lok Sabha. 2. It called a ‘continuous economy committee’ since it examines all the ministries and departments throughout the year. 3. It examines the budget esti... |
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Departmental Standing Committees? The members of this committee are elected by proportional representation. It considers the demands for grants of concerned ministries and can suggest cuts in the budget. Its recommendations are advisory in nature and hence ... | 2 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | Statement 1 is not correct as the members of the Departmental Standing Committees are nominated by the Speaker/chairman from amongst the members of the concerned House.Each committee has 31 members ( 21 from Lok Sabha and 10 from Rajya Sabha ) Statement 2 is not correct as the Committees cannot make any suggestions of ... | b | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Departmental Standing Committees? The members of this committee are elected by proportional representation. It considers the demands for grants of concerned ministries and can suggest cuts in the budget. Its reco... |
Consider the following statements :
1. If any question arises on whether the matter falls within Governor’s discretion or not, the decision of Governor is final.
2. The advice tendered by the Council of Ministers to the Governor shall not be inquired in any court.
Which of the statements given above is/ar... | 1 only
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Statement 1 is Correct. Article 163 provides for a COM with the CM at the head to aid and advice the Governor in exercise of his functions except the discretionary ones. If any question arises on whether the matter falls within Governor’s discretion or not, the decision of Governor is final and the validity of anythi... | d | State Council of Minister | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements :
1. If any question arises on whether the matter falls within Governor’s discretion or not, the decision of Governor is final.
2. The advice tendered by the Council of Ministers to the Governor shall not be inquired in any court. ... |
Article 164 states that there shall be a Minister in charge of tribal affairs in certain states who may in addition be in-charge of the welfare of the Schedule castes and backward classes or any other work. This provision applies to which of the following states? Chattisgarh Jharkhand Madhya Pradesh Odisha Bihar Select... | 1, 2, 3 and 4 only | 1 and 3 only | 2, 4 and 5 only | 1, 2, 3 and 4 only | Article 164 states that there should be a tribal welfare minister in Chattisgarh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh and Odisha. Originally this provision was applicable to Bihar, MP and Odisha. The 94 th Constitutional Amendment Act 2006 removed Bihar and added Chattisgarh and Jharkhand. | a | State Council of Minister | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Article 164 states that there shall be a Minister in charge of tribal affairs in certain states who may in addition be in-charge of the welfare of the Schedule castes and backward classes or any other work. This provision applies to which of the following states? Chattisgarh... |
Consider the following statements in reference to strength of council of ministers in States and Delhi: 1. For states, it shall not exceed 15% of the total strength of Legislative Assembly of that state. 2. For states, the constitution has prescribed the minimum strength of Council of Ministers. 3. For Delhi, the stren... | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 3 only | 1 only |
Article 164 states the composition of State COM (including CM). It shall not exceed 15% of the total strength of Legislative Assembly of that state. But, the number of ministers including CM shall not be less than 12. This provision was added by 91 st Constitutional Amendment Act 2003. Therefore, statements 1 and 2 ... | d | State Council of Minister | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements in reference to strength of council of ministers in States and Delhi: 1. For states, it shall not exceed 15% of the total strength of Legislative Assembly of that state. 2. For states, the constitution has prescribed the minimum strength of ... |
Consider the following statements: 1. The Constitution of India provides Hindi the status of national language. 2. The Parliament by passing a bill with simple majority can add any language in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution. 3. The official languages of different states of India are specified in Eighth Schedul... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | Statement 1 is incorrect: The Constitution of India does not give any languages the status of national language. The official languages of Government off India are Hindi and English. Statement 2 is incorrect : Addition of any language which is not mentioned in the Schedule Eighth of the constitution requires constitut... | d | Provisions related to Language | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: 1. The Constitution of India provides Hindi the status of national language. 2. The Parliament by passing a bill with simple majority can add any language in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution. 3. The official languages of different st... |
With reference to official language of a state, consider the following statements: It should be spoken by the majority of the population of the state. It should be listed in 8th schedule of the constitution. It is adopted on the direction of the Governor with the prior consent of the president of India. Which of the st... | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Statement is incorrect: Though it is being observed that official language of a particular state is spoken by a large section of the population but it is not the soul criteria to make a language as an official language. The official language is used in the official and administrative works in the state for the effecti... | d | Provisions related to Language | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to official language of a state, consider the following statements: It should be spoken by the majority of the population of the state. It should be listed in 8th schedule of the constitution. It is adopted on the direction of the Governor with the prior conse... |
Consider the following statements about the Acting Judges and Retired Judges of High Court (HC) and identify the correct statements
1. President can appoint duly qualified person/s as additional judge/s in case of increase in the workload or arrears of work in the HC.
2. Chief justice of HC can appoint the Re... | 1 only
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Statement 1 : correct: this is the temporary provision only for the period not exceeding 2 years and appointee cannot hold office after attaining 62 years of age
Statement 2 : Incorrect: Chief justice of HC can appoint the Retired judge of a HC to act as judge of HC for a temporary period with prior the conse... | a | High Court | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements about the Acting Judges and Retired Judges of High Court (HC) and identify the correct statements
1. President can appoint duly qualified person/s as additional judge/s in case of increase in the workload or arrears of work in the HC. ... |
With reference to language used in the proceedings of Supreme Court ,consider the following statements:
1. Only English language is used in Supreme Court.
2. The official languages of the States can be used in Supreme Court with the direction of the President.
3. Parliament by amending constitution can a... | 1 only
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Statement 1 is correct : The proceedings and judgements of Supreme Court must be in English only. The parliament has not made any provision for the use of Hindi in the Supreme Court. But constitution provides provisions for the use of Hindi or any other official language of a state in the proceedings of the High Cour... | a | Provisions related to Language | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
With reference to language used in the proceedings of Supreme Court ,consider the following statements:
1. Only English language is used in Supreme Court.
2. The official languages of the States can be used in Supreme Court with the direction of the President.
... |
Consider the following statements with regard to co-operatives: To form co-operative societies is a fundamental right under article 19 . Part IX-B of the constitution contains the provisions for co-operative societies. Co-operative societies is a state subject in seventh schedule of the constitution. Which of the state... | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Statement 1 is correct: To form co-operative societies is a fundamental right under article 19 . Statement 2 is correct: Part IX-B of the constitution contains the provisions for co-operative societies. Statement 3 is correct: Co-operative societies is a state subject in seventh schedule of the constitution. | d | Co-operative societies | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with regard to co-operatives: To form co-operative societies is a fundamental right under article 19 . Part IX-B of the constitution contains the provisions for co-operative societies. Co-operative societies is a state subject in seventh sch... |
With reference to All-India Services, consider the following statements: 1. UPSC regulates the recruitment and the conditions of service of the persons appointed to these services. 2. Their salaries and pensions are met by both the state and the centre. 3. For the addition of new All India Service, a constitutional ame... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | Statement 1 is incorrect: The officers of All-India Services are recruited by the central government according to rules prescribed under All-India Services Act of 1951. The constitution states that the parliament can make laws to regulate the recruitment and conditions of service of the officers recruited under All-In... | d | Others | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to All-India Services, consider the following statements: 1. UPSC regulates the recruitment and the conditions of service of the persons appointed to these services. 2. Their salaries and pensions are met by both the state and the centre. 3. For the addition o... |
A person to be eligible for contesting election of President should fulfil which of the following qualifications? He should have completed 35 years of age. He should be qualified for election as a member of both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. He should not hold any office of profit under the government of India or of any s... | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | A person to be eligible for election as President should fulfil the following qualifications: He should be a citizen of India. He should have completed 35 years of age. He should be qualified for election as a member of the Lok Sabha. He should not hold any office of profit under the Union government or any state gover... | b | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A person to be eligible for contesting election of President should fulfil which of the following qualifications? He should have completed 35 years of age. He should be qualified for election as a member of both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. He should not hold any office of pro... |
Which of the following is/are correct regarding impeachment of the President?
He can be impeached only on the charge of violation of Constitution.
Only elected members of Parliament can vote at impeachment proceedings.
On removal of President, Vice-President takes charge as president for the remainin... | 1 only
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Statement 1 is correct: Article 56(1)(b) states that President may , for violation of the constituion, be removed from office by impeachement. However Constituion does not give description of what amounts to violation of constituion
Statement 2 is not correct: The nominated members of either House of Parliament c... | c | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following is/are correct regarding impeachment of the President?
He can be impeached only on the charge of violation of Constitution.
Only elected members of Parliament can vote at impeachment proceedings.
On removal of President, Vice-Preside... |
Consider the following statements:
1. The members of All-India Services and Central Services work under the exclusive jurisdiction of the Central
government.
2. Only the Central government can take any disciplinary action against the personnel of All-India Services and Central
Services.
3... | 1 and 2 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect: The personnel of the Central services work under the exclusive jurisdiction of the central government. But the members of the All-India Services are jointly controlled by the centre and state governments since they are recruited by the centre and posted in the states.
Statement 2 ... | b | Others | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements:
1. The members of All-India Services and Central Services work under the exclusive jurisdiction of the Central
government.
2. Only the Central government can take any disciplinary action against the personnel of All-India... |
Which of the following are correct regarding Executive powers of President ? He appoints attorney general of India who holds office during his pleasure. He can appoint a commission to investigate into the conditions of backward classes. He appoints Comptroller and Auditor General who holds office during his pleasure. H... | 1 and 2 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 3 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only | Statement 1 is correct: Article 76(4) states that "The Attorney-General shall hold office during the pleasure of the President, and shall receive such remuneration as the President may determine". Statement 2 is correct: Article 340 states that President by order appoint a commission to investigate the conditions of so... | b | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following are correct regarding Executive powers of President ? He appoints attorney general of India who holds office during his pleasure. He can appoint a commission to investigate into the conditions of backward classes. He appoints Comptroller and Auditor Ge... |
CASSINI is sometimes mentioned in the news refers to:
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New mission launched by ISRO to finding water on moon.
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A spacecraft by NASA to study Saturn planet.
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An unmanned spacecraft by European space agency.
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New mission launched by ISRO to finding water on moon.
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The Cassini–Huygens mission commonly called Cassini , by NASA to send a probe to study the planet Saturn and its system, including its rings and natural satellites.
Launched on October 15, 1997, Cassini was active in space for more than 19 years, with 13 years spent orbiting Saturn, studying the planet and i... | b | Space Discoveries | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
CASSINI is sometimes mentioned in the news refers to:
##Option_A:
New mission launched by ISRO to finding water on moon.
###Option_B:
A spacecraft by NASA to study Saturn planet.
##Option_C:
An unmanned spacecraft by European space agency.
##Option_D:
New mission ... |
Consider the following statements, regarding co-operative society:
1. Co-operatives must be audited by CAG annually.
2. State Laws on co-operative society were made null and vo... | 1 and 2 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect: Co-operatives must be audited as per the provisions made by the state legislature..
Statement 2 is incorrect: State Laws on co-operative society were made null and void by the 97th amendment act to the extent of their inconsistency only.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Board of co-operativ... | a | Co-operative societies | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements, regarding co-operative society:
1. Co-operatives must be audited by CAG annually.
2. State Laws ... |
In the context of Indian polity, consider the following statements regarding the doctrine of pleasure: It is only applicable to persons who are members of the All-India Services and Central Services not to the members of State services. It is used to remove Comptroller and Auditor General of India and Chief Election Co... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is not correct: Doctrine of pleasure means all the persons who are members of the All-India Services and Central Services hold office during the pleasure of the President. Similarly, the personnel of the state services hold office during the pleasure of the governor. So this doctrine is also applicable to ... | d | Others | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In the context of Indian polity, consider the following statements regarding the doctrine of pleasure: It is only applicable to persons who are members of the All-India Services and Central Services not to the members of State services. It is used to remove Comptroller and A... |
Consider the following statements regarding High Court (HC) :
1. Unless the state legislature expands the territorial jurisdiction of a HC, it is coterminous with the territory of concerned state.
2. Only the state legislature can change the jurisdiction and powers of HC except the jurisdiction and powers of ... | 1 only
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Statement 1: incorrect: this power of expanding the territorial jurisdiction of HC lies with Parliament, not with state legislature.
Statement 2: incorrect: this power of expanding the jurisdiction and powers of HC also lies with the Parliament.
| d | High Court | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements regarding High Court (HC) :
1. Unless the state legislature expands the territorial jurisdiction of a HC, it is coterminous with the territory of concerned state.
2. Only the state legislature can change the jurisdiction and powers... |
With reference to the powers of the President, consider the following statements: 1. He summons the joint sitting of the Parliament and presides over it. 2. His prior assent is required to introduce the Constitutional Amendment Bill and the Money bill. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is not correct: President summons the joint sitting of the Parliament but it is presided by the speaker of Lok Sabha. Statement 2 is not correct: Constitutional amendment bills do not require prior assent of the President. | d | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the powers of the President, consider the following statements: 1. He summons the joint sitting of the Parliament and presides over it. 2. His prior assent is required to introduce the Constitutional Amendment Bill and the Money bill. Which of the statement... |
Which of the following statements are correct regarding the financial powers of the President? Demand for grants can be introduced only after his prior recommendation. He constitutes a Finance Commission to recommend the distribution of revenue between the center and states. He can make advances out of the contingency ... | 1 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | Statement 1 is correct: Article 113(3) states that no Demands for Grant shall be made except on the recommendation of the President. Statement 2 is correct: Under Article 280 , President constitutes a Finance commission every 5 years to distribute revenue between the Centre and the state. Statement 3 is correct : Con... | b | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements are correct regarding the financial powers of the President? Demand for grants can be introduced only after his prior recommendation. He constitutes a Finance Commission to recommend the distribution of revenue between the center and states.... |
Consider the following statements: 1. Article 350A -it shall be the duty of the state to provide education up to the primary level to the children of linguistic minorities in their mother tongue. 2. Article 350B provides for the special officer for linguistic minorities appointed by the President Which of the statement... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | nan | c | No_topic | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: 1. Article 350A -it shall be the duty of the state to provide education up to the primary level to the children of linguistic minorities in their mother tongue. 2. Article 350B provides for the special officer for linguistic minorities appo... |
With reference to Central Administrative Tribunal, consider the following statements:
1. It does not cover the members of the Nagarpalikas and Panchayati Raj Institutions.
2. It can not draw cases from State Administrative Tribunal
3.It has power to determine its own jurisdiction
Which of the statem... | 1 and 3 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect: Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) can adjudicate the disputes relating to service matters of persons appointed in All-India Services, Central Services, Local authorities, civil posts under the Centre etc. Its jurisdiction does not extend to members of the defence forces and officers an... | c | Tribunals | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
With reference to Central Administrative Tribunal, consider the following statements:
1. It does not cover the members of the Nagarpalikas and Panchayati Raj Institutions.
2. It can not draw cases from State Administrative Tribunal
3.It has power to determine... |
The provision of joint sitting is applicable for which of the following bills? 1. Ordinary bills 2. Financial bills 3. Constitutional Ame... | 1 and 2 only | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | President summons the joint sitting to resolve the deadlock between the two houses over the passage of a bill. Provision of joint sitting is applicable to ordinary bills or financial bills only and not to money bill or Constitutional amendment bills. | a | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The provision of joint sitting is applicable for which of the following bills? 1. Ordinary bills 2. Financial bills ... |
Consider the following statements regarding High Court (HC) judges : A distinguished jurist in the eye Chief Justice of India can be appointed as a judge of HC. A judge of HC can be removed by the Governor after an address by the state legislature has been presented to him. Grounds for removal of HC judges are to be d... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | Statement 1 is incorrect. There is no provision of appointing distinguished jurist as a judge of HC (this provision is there for appointing judge of SC only). Statement 2 is incorrect. State legislature has no powers with respect to removal of the judge of HC. He can be removed by the President after an address by the ... | d | High Court | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding High Court (HC) judges : A distinguished jurist in the eye Chief Justice of India can be appointed as a judge of HC. A judge of HC can be removed by the Governor after an address by the state legislature has been presented to him.... |
Which of the following vetos can be used by the President of India regarding a bill passed by Parliament? Absolute Veto Qualified Veto Suspensive Veto Pocket Veto Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1,2 and 3 only | 3 and 4 only | 1, 3 and 4 only | 1,2 and 3 only | President of India does not enjoys Qualified Veto on the lines of US President. However he enjoys: Absolute Veto: he can reject a bill Suspensive Veto: he can return the bill for reconsideration Pocket Veto: he can keep the bill pending for indefinite period | c | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following vetos can be used by the President of India regarding a bill passed by Parliament? Absolute Veto Qualified Veto Suspensive Veto Pocket Veto Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1,2 and 3 only###Option_B: 3 and 4 only ##Optio... |
With reference to orders given by the Tribunals, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Appeals against the tribunal orders could be filed directly in the Supreme Court.
2. Appeals against the tribunal orders to be filed first in the District Court concerned and then before the Su... | 1 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect: Parliament has enacted Administrative Tribunal Act 1985. State and Central Administrative Tribunals were constituted pursuant to the 1985 Administrative Tribunals Act. As per this Act, appeals against the tribunal orders could be filed directly in the Supreme Court. However, Supreme Court ... | d | Tribunals | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
With reference to orders given by the Tribunals, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Appeals against the tribunal orders could be filed directly in the Supreme Court.
2. Appeals against the tribunal orders to be filed first in the Di... |
Which of the following statements are correct regarding the ordinance-making power of the President? He can promulgate an ordinance only when both Houses of Parliament are not in session. Ordinances cannot be introduced to amend tax laws or the Constitution. Ordinances cannot be promulgated retrospectively. Select the ... | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 | 1 and 3 only | Statement 1 is not correct: He can promulgate an ordinance when either of the houses is not in session. Statement 2 is not correct: It may modify or repeal any act of Parliament or another ordinance. It can alter or amend a tax law also. However, it cannot be issued to amend the Constitution. Statement 3 is not corre... | d | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements are correct regarding the ordinance-making power of the President? He can promulgate an ordinance only when both Houses of Parliament are not in session. Ordinances cannot be introduced to amend tax laws or the Constitution. Ordinances canno... |
With reference to Tribunals in India, consider the following statements: 1. Tribunals are part of the Integrated Judiciary System of India. 2. Tribunals do not cover the employees of the Public Sector Undertakings 3. Armed Forces Tribunal is established by the Ministry of Defence. Which of the statements given above i... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | Statement 1 is not correct: Tribunals are not part of the Integrated judicial system of India. Integrated judicial system provides for Supreme court at the top and the State High Courts below it. Statement 2 is not correct: The service matters related to the employees of the PSU can be brought under Central Administr... | d | Tribunals | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Tribunals in India, consider the following statements: 1. Tribunals are part of the Integrated Judiciary System of India. 2. Tribunals do not cover the employees of the Public Sector Undertakings 3. Armed Forces Tribunal is established by the Ministry of D... |
Which of the following statements are correct regarding Pardoning power of President ?
1. He can suspend or remite a sentence for an offence against union law only.
2. Pardoning power by the President is not subject to judicial review.
3. In exercise of his pardoning power, President sits as court of appeal. ... | 1 and 2 only
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Article 72 of the Constitution empowers the President to grant pardons to persons who have been tried and convicted of any offence in all cases where the:
1. Punishment or sentence is for an offence against a Union Law;
2. Punishment or sentence is by a court martial (military court); and
3. Sentence is a sente... | d | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements are correct regarding Pardoning power of President ?
1. He can suspend or remite a sentence for an offence against union law only.
2. Pardoning power by the President is not subject to judicial review.
3. In exercise of his pardoni... |
The coastal states can exercise jurisdiction over the minerals located in which of the following regions? Territorial waters Continental shelf Exclusive economic zone Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 | 1 only | The minerals, land and any other valuable things obtained within the territorial waters, continental shelf and exclusive economic zone of India vests with the Union. The coastal states cannot claim over this. | d | Rights and Liabilities of the government | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The coastal states can exercise jurisdiction over the minerals located in which of the following regions? Territorial waters Continental shelf Exclusive economic zone Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A:1 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: ... |
Consider the following statements regarding High Court’s (HC) supervisory jurisdiction and control over subordinate courts in a state: 1. HC can withdraw the cases pending before the Subordinate courts that involve substantial question of law that requires interpretation of constitution. 2. HC has superintendence power... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is correct. It can withdraw a case pending in a subordinate court if it involves a substantial question of law that require the interpretation of the Constitution. It can then either dispose of the case itself or determine the question of law and return the case to the subordinate court with its judgement. ... | a | High Court | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding High Court’s (HC) supervisory jurisdiction and control over subordinate courts in a state: 1. HC can withdraw the cases pending before the Subordinate courts that involve substantial question of law that requires interpretation of ... |
With reference to the Union Government, consider the following statements:
1.The Union government can be sued for the wrongs committed by a public official during the maintenance of public
path and collection of revenue.
2.The Union government can not be sued for the contract it makes with a business o... | 1 only
| 2 only
| Both 1 and 2
| 1 only
|
Statement 1 is incorrect: The State maintains public path for the welfare of the general public and there is not commercial object in it (Mclnerny Vs Secretary of state, Calcutta High Court verdict). So, laying public path and its maintenance are part of sovereign functions of the state. Similarly collection... | c | Rights and Liabilities of the government | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
With reference to the Union Government, consider the following statements:
1.The Union government can be sued for the wrongs committed by a public official during the maintenance of public
path and collection of revenue.
2.The Union government can not be sue... |
Consider the following pairs: Union Territory Under the territorial jurisdiction of 1. Andaman and Nicobar Islands : Madras High Court 2. Lakshadweep Islands : Kerala High Court 3. Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu : Gujarat High Court Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched? | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | The high courts of India are the principal civil courts of original jurisdiction in each state and union territory. However, some of the union territories does not have a dedicated High Court. They come under the purview of the following High Courts. Andaman and Nicobar Islands are under the territorial jurisdiction o... | b | High Court | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following pairs: Union Territory Under the territorial jurisdiction of 1. Andaman and Nicobar Islands : Madras High Court 2. Lakshadweep Islands : Kerala High Court 3. Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu : Gujarat High Court Which of the pairs given above... |
Consider the following statements with reference to safeguards provided for public officials in India:
The President and the Governor of states can not be sued for their official acts and personal acts during the term of their office.
The Constitution does not grant any immunity to the ministers for their... | 1 and 2 only
| 2 and 3 only
| 2 only
| 1 and 2 only
|
Statement 1 is incorrect: The President and the Governor are given immunity by the constitution for any act done by them in exercise and performance of their official powers and duties, during the term of their office. But in case of personal acts there is one exception. That is civil proceedings can be started ag... | c | Rights and Liabilities of the government | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements with reference to safeguards provided for public officials in India:
The President and the Governor of states can not be sued for their official acts and personal acts during the term of their office.
The Constitution does not ... |
Consider the following statements with regard to Inter State Water Disputes: Article 262 provides that Parliament alone can make laws on Inter-state water disputes. Parliament may restrict the jurisdiction of Supreme Court in these matters. The decision of an Inter-State Water dispute Tribunal is final and binding on t... | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Statement 1 is correct. According to Article 262, Parliament alone has the authority to make laws on Inter-state water disputes. Statement 2 is correct. Article 262 also allows the Parliament to restrict Supreme Court and other courts from interfering in these disputes. Statement 3 is correct. Under Inter-State Water D... | d | Inter state issues | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with regard to Inter State Water Disputes: Article 262 provides that Parliament alone can make laws on Inter-state water disputes. Parliament may restrict the jurisdiction of Supreme Court in these matters. The decision of an Inter-State Wat... |
Which of the following do not take part in election of the Vice-President? Nominated members of Lok Sabha Nominated Members of Rajya Sabha Elected Members of Legislative assemblies of state Nominated members of Legislative members of state Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2 and 4 only | 1 and 4 only | 3 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | Vice President is elected by an electoral college cosisting of all the members of Parliament ( elected and nominated). Members of Legislative assemblies have no role in this election. | c | Vice President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following do not take part in election of the Vice-President? Nominated members of Lok Sabha Nominated Members of Rajya Sabha Elected Members of Legislative assemblies of state Nominated members of Legislative members of state Select the correct answer using t... |
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Vice-President of India? He is a member and chairman of the Council of States. He can resign by addressing a resignation letter to the deputy chairman of the Council of States. He can be removed only through a formal impeachment process similar to that of t... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 | 1 only | Statement 1 is incorrect: Vice President is the ex-officio chairman of the Council of States but he is not a member of either Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha. Statement 2 is incorrect : He can resign by addressing to the President of India. Statement 3 is incorrect: He is not impeached by a formal impeachment process like P... | d | Vice President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Vice-President of India? He is a member and chairman of the Council of States. He can resign by addressing a resignation letter to the deputy chairman of the Council of States. He can be removed only through a fo... |
With reference to the Financial bill (i) and (ii), consider the following statement:
1. Only Financial bill (II) can be introduced in either of the house.
2. Both require prior recommendation of President for its introduction.
3. Rajya Sabha has the power to amend or reject both type of Finance bill.
Whic... | 1 only
| 2 and 3 only
| 1 and 3 only
| 1 only
|
Statement 1 is correct: Fiancial Bill (I) can be introduced in Lok Sabha only whereas Financial Bill(II) can be introduced in either of the house.
Financial bill (II) is almost similar to ordinary bill except it requires recommendation of President for introduction
Statement 2 is incorrect: Only Financial... | c | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
With reference to the Financial bill (i) and (ii), consider the following statement:
1. Only Financial bill (II) can be introduced in either of the house.
2. Both require prior recommendation of President for its introduction.
3. Rajya Sabha has the power to amend o... |
Which of the following statements are correct regarding removal of Vice-President ?
1. Such resolution can be introduced in Rajya Sabha only.
2. Resolution must be passed by two-third majority in the Rajya Sabha.
3. No such resolution can be moved unless atleast 1 month of advance notice has been given.
... | 1 only
| 1 and 2 only
| 1 and 3 only
| 1 only
|
A formal impeachment is not required for removal of Vice-President. He can be removed by a resolution of the Rajya Sabha passed by an absolute majority (ie, a majority of the total members of the House) and agreed to by the Lok Sabha.
No such resoultion can be moved unless a prior notice of 14 days has been given... | a | Vice President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements are correct regarding removal of Vice-President ?
1. Such resolution can be introduced in Rajya Sabha only.
2. Resolution must be passed by two-third majority in the Rajya Sabha.
3. No such resolution can be moved unless atleas... |
Which of the following is not correct when Vice-President is discharging functions of President? | He enjoys all immunities which are available to the President for his official acts. | He continues to perform the duties of chairman of Rajya Sabha. | He can pardon the sentence of a court martial. | He enjoys all immunities which are available to the President for his official acts. | When Vice -President is acting as President , he enjoys all the powers and Privileges of the President. While acting as President or discharging the functions of President, the Vice-President does not perform the duties of the office of the chairman of Rajya Sabha. During this period, those duties are performed by the... | b | Vice President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is not correct when Vice-President is discharging functions of President?##Option_A:He enjoys all immunities which are available to the President for his official acts.###Option_B:He continues to perform the duties of chairman of Rajya Sabha.##Option... |
Which among the following requires the prior sanction of the President before being introduced in the Parliament? 1. Demand for Grants 2. Constitutional Amendement bill 3. Bill for the creation of new states 4. Bill for abolishing the Legislative council of any state. 5. Appropriation Bill Select the correct answe... | 1 and 2 only | 1, 3, and 5 only | 2, 3, and 4 only | 1 and 2 only | President's prior sanction is required for introduction of certain bills. His sanction is required to introduce Demand of Grants, Money bill , creation of new states etc Consitutional amendment and Abolition of Legislative council does not require his prior sanction . The appropriation Bill is a money bill so his prior... | b | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which among the following requires the prior sanction of the President before being introduced in the Parliament? 1. Demand for Grants 2. Constitutional Amendement bill 3. Bill for the creation of new states 4. Bill for abolishing the Legislative council of any state. 5.... |
Which of the following statements are correct ? Prime minister is appointed by the President and other ministers are appointed by the Prime minister Council of ministers are directly responsible to the Parliament. The President shall make rules for the more convenient transaction of the bussiness of the Government of I... | 3 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only | 1, 3 and 4 only | 3 and 4 only | Statement 1 is not correct: Prime minister is appointed by the President and other ministers are also appointed by the President on the advice of Prime minister Statement 2 is not correct: Article 75 states that the council of ministers is collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha and not to the Parliament. Statement... | a | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements are correct ? Prime minister is appointed by the President and other ministers are appointed by the Prime minister Council of ministers are directly responsible to the Parliament. The President shall make rules for the more convenient transa... |
Consider the following statements regarding board of co-operative society: 1. It must have at least one seat reserved for SC or ST and two seats for women. 2. The elected members of the board is five years. 3. Elections for the board members are administered by state election commission. Which of the statements given ... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 | 1 and 2 only | Statement 1 is correct: It must have at least one seat reserved for SC or ST and two seats for women. Statement 2 is correct: The term of office of elected members of the board and its office bearers is five years. Statement 3 is incorrect: Elections for the board members are administered by the body authorized by the ... | a | Co-operative societies | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding board of co-operative society: 1. It must have at least one seat reserved for SC or ST and two seats for women. 2. The elected members of the board is five years. 3. Elections for the board members are administered by state electi... |
Which of the following conditions must be satisfied before a person is appointed as Prime minister ?
1. He must be member of either house of Parliament.
2. He must have proved his majority in the Lok Sabha.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
| 1 only
| 2 only
| Both 1 and 2
| 1 only
|
In 1980, the Delhi High Court held that the Constitution does not require that a person must prove his majority in the Lok Sabha before he is appointed as the Prime Minister. The President may first
appoint him the Prime Minister and then ask him to prove his majority in the Lok Sabha within a
reasonable period. ... | d | Prime minister | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following conditions must be satisfied before a person is appointed as Prime minister ?
1. He must be member of either house of Parliament.
2. He must have proved his majority in the Lok Sabha.
Select the correct answer using the code given below... |
Consider the following statements about Inter-State Councils : 1. The primary function of Inter-state council is to effect co-ordination between the states and between Centre and State. 2. The Parliament of India has the authority to establish such a council at any time. Which of the statements given above is/are corre... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is correct. Article 263 contemplates the establishment of an Inter-State Council to effect coordination between the states and between Centre and states. Statement 2 is incorrect. President and not the parliament has the sole authority to establish such a council as and when he/she feels that public interes... | a | Inter state issues | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about Inter-State Councils : 1. The primary function of Inter-state council is to effect co-ordination between the states and between Centre and State. 2. The Parliament of India has the authority to establish such a council at any time. Whi... |
Which of the following duties can be assigned to the Inter-State council under Article 263? 1. Discussing subjects that have a common interest amongst the states and center or between states. 2. Making recomendations for better co-ordination of policy and action. 3. Enquiring into and advising upon disputes arising bet... | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | Statement 1,2 and 3 are correct. Even though the president is empowered to define the duties of an inter-state council, Article 263 specifies the duties that can be assigned to it in the following manner: (a) enquiring into and advising upon disputes which may arise between states; (b) investigating and discussing subj... | d | Inter state issues | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following duties can be assigned to the Inter-State council under Article 263? 1. Discussing subjects that have a common interest amongst the states and center or between states. 2. Making recomendations for better co-ordination of policy and action. 3. Enquirin... |
Consider the following statements with regard to powers and functions Inter-State Council: Its recommendations are advisory in nature and are not binding. Its function is complementary to the Supreme Court"s jurisdiction to decide a legal controversy between the governments. All the questions discussed are decided by c... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The Inter-state council’s function to enquire and advice upon inter-state disputes is complementary to the Supreme Court’s jurisdiction under Article 131 to decide a legal controversy between the governments. The Council can deal with any controversy whether legal or non-legal, but its f... | d | Inter state issues | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with regard to powers and functions Inter-State Council: Its recommendations are advisory in nature and are not binding. Its function is complementary to the Supreme Court"s jurisdiction to decide a legal controversy between the governments.... |
The Inter-State Council consists of: 1. Prime Minister as the chairman 2. Governors of all the states 3. Administrators of Union Territories not having legislative assemblies 4. Chief Ministers of all the States and Union Territories having assemblies Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | 3 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only | InterState councils consists of the following members: - The PM as the Chairman. - CMs of all the States. - CMs of UTs having legislative assemblies. - Administrators of UTs not having legislative assemblies. - Six Central cabinet ministers,including the home minister,to be nominated by the prime minister. Governors ar... | d | Inter state issues | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Inter-State Council consists of: 1. Prime Minister as the chairman 2. Governors of all the states 3. Administrators of Union Territories not having legislative assemblies 4. Chief Ministers of all the States and Union Territories having assemblies Select the correct answ... |
Which of the following Constitutional provisions is/are not applicable to the State of Jammu and Kashmir? Part III Part IV Part IV A Fifth Schedule Select the correct answer using the code given below: | 3 only | 2 and 4 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 3 only | Option 1 is incorrect. Part III (dealing with Fundamental Rights) is applicable to the state with some exceptions and conditions. The Fundamental Right to Property is still guaranteed in the state. Also, certain special rights are granted to the permanent residents of the state with regard to public employment, acquisi... | c | Miscellaneous Polity | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following Constitutional provisions is/are not applicable to the State of Jammu and Kashmir? Part III Part IV Part IV A Fifth Schedule Select the correct answer using the code given below:##Option_A: 3 only###Option_B: 2 and 4 only##Option_C: 2, 3 and 4 only ... |
Consider the following statements with regard to special status of Jammu and Kashmir under Article 370: 1. The Parliament cannot make laws on subjects not mentioned in instrument of accession signed in 1947. 2. The President can repeal Article 370 only on the recommendation of State government. Which of the statements ... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is incorrect. Article 370 mentions that Parliament can make laws on those matters in the Union list and concurrent list that correspond with the matters mentioned in the instruments of Accession. However, Parliament can make laws on other matters of union list and concurrent list specified by the President ... | d | Miscellaneous Polity | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with regard to special status of Jammu and Kashmir under Article 370: 1. The Parliament cannot make laws on subjects not mentioned in instrument of accession signed in 1947. 2. The President can repeal Article 370 only on the recommendation ... |
With reference to Special status of Jammu and Kashmir, which of the following cannot be imposed by the President in the state? National Emergency Financial Emergency President"s Rule Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Statement 1 is incorrect. National Emergency cannot be imposed on the grounds of internal disturbance. On other grounds, national Emergency can be imposed in Jammu and Kashmir. Statement 2 is correct. Financial Emergency cannot be imposed in Jammu and Kashmir . Statement 3 is incorrect. President’s Rule can be imposed ... | b | Miscellaneous Polity | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Special status of Jammu and Kashmir, which of the following cannot be imposed by the President in the state? National Emergency Financial Emergency President"s Rule Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only ... |
Consider the following statements:
1. It is Parliament which by law has fixed the maximum and minimum limits of the strength of the Legislative Council.
2. On the question of disqualification of a member of State Legislature, the decision of the Speaker/Chairmen is final.
Which of the statements given abo... | 1 only
| 2 only
| Both 1 and 2
| 1 only
|
Statement 1 is incorrect. It is the constitution not parliament that has fixed the maximum and the minimum limits of the Council. However the actual strength of a council is fixed by Parliament.
Statement 2 is incorrect as well. It is the governor who decides upon the question of disqualification of the member ... | d | State Legislature | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements:
1. It is Parliament which by law has fixed the maximum and minimum limits of the strength of the Legislative Council.
2. On the question of disqualification of a member of State Legislature, the decision of the Speaker/Chairmen is... |
Consider the following bills in State Legislature: 1. A bill passed by the assembly but pending in the council. 2. A bill passed by the council but pending in the assembly. 3. A bill passed by the state legislature but pending the assent of the governor. 4. A bill passed by the state legislature but returned by the pre... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only |
The position with respect to lapsing of bills on the dissolution of the assembly is mentioned below:
1.A Bill pending in the assembly lapses (whether originating in the assembly or transmitted to it by the council)
2.A Bill passed by the assembly but pending in the council lapses.
3.A Bill pendin... | b | State Legislature | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following bills in State Legislature: 1. A bill passed by the assembly but pending in the council. 2. A bill passed by the council but pending in the assembly. 3. A bill passed by the state legislature but pending the assent of the governor. 4. A bill passed by ... |
Consider the following statements with regard to state legislature: 1. Legislative Assembly while passing an ordinary bill can override the amendments made by Legislative Council. 2. A bill rejected by the Legislative Assembly, irrespective of its origin, ends and becomes dead. Which of the statements given above is/ar... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is correct. The legislative assembly can override the legislative council by passing the bill for the second time and not vice versa. When a bill is passed by the assembly for the second time and transmitted to the legislative council, if the legislative council rejects the bill again, or proposes amendment... | c | State Legislature | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with regard to state legislature: 1. Legislative Assembly while passing an ordinary bill can override the amendments made by Legislative Council. 2. A bill rejected by the Legislative Assembly, irrespective of its origin, ends and becomes de... |
Consider the following statement regarding disqualification of a member of parliament:
1. Only Speaker/Chairman has the authority to disqualify a member.
2. Disqualification of a member by the Speaker is subject to judicial review
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
| 1 only
| 2 only
| Both 1 and 2
| 1 only
|
Statement 1 is incorrect : Speaker/Chairman has the authority to disqualify a member only on the grounds of defection where as on other matters President has the final decision.
Statement 2 is correct: Disqualification of a member by the Speaker is subject to judicial review.
| b | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statement regarding disqualification of a member of parliament:
1. Only Speaker/Chairman has the authority to disqualify a member.
2. Disqualification of a member by the Speaker is subject to judicial review
Which of the statements given above ... |
Consider the following statement regarding Speaker of Lok Sabha:
1. He does not have any voting rights.
2. He is the final interpreter of the Constitution of India within the House.
3. He nominates the chairman of all the parliamentary committees of the Lok Sabha
Which of the statements given above is/are no... | 1 and 3 only
| 2 and 3 only
| 1 and 2 only
| 1 and 3 only
|
Statement 1 is incorrect: He can not vote at first instance but has casting vote to break tie.
Statement 2 is correct: He is the final interpreter of the Constitution of India within the House.
Statement 3 is incorrect: He appoints the chairman of all the parliamentary committees of the Lok Sabha.
Many o... | a | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statement regarding Speaker of Lok Sabha:
1. He does not have any voting rights.
2. He is the final interpreter of the Constitution of India within the House.
3. He nominates the chairman of all the parliamentary committees of the Lok Sabha
W... |
Which of the following statements regarding the Governor of a state is/are correct?
1. He is entitled to emoluments and privileges as may be determined by the President.
2. He cannot belong to the state where he is appointed.
3. The Governor office is not an employment under the Central gov... | 2 only
| 3 only
| 1 and 3 only
| 2 only
|
Statement 1 is not correct as it is the Parliament that decides upon the emoluments of the Governor.
Statement 2 is not correct as it is just a convention, and has been recommended by various committees and experts. However, in practice this convention has been violated.
Statement 3 is correct as Governor tho... | b | Governor | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements regarding the Governor of a state is/are correct?
1. He is entitled to emoluments and privileges as may be determined by the President.
2. He cannot belong to the state where he is appointed.
3. The Governor offi... |
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the executive powers of the Governor? 1. He appoints as well as removes the State Election Commissioner. 2. He appoints the advocate general of a state who holds office during the pleasure of the governor. 3. He can recommend the imposition of constitutional em... | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | Statement 1 is not correct because the state election commissioner can be removed only in a manner and on grounds as a High Court judge. Statement 2 is correct as the advocate general is appointed by the Governor, who determines his remuneration. The advocate general holds office till the pleasure of the governor. Stat... | c | Governor | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the executive powers of the Governor? 1. He appoints as well as removes the State Election Commissioner. 2. He appoints the advocate general of a state who holds office during the pleasure of the governor. 3. He can ... |
Which among the following statements about writ jurisdiction of Supreme Court (SC) and High court (HC) is/are correct?
1. Writ jurisdiction of Supreme Court is wider than that of High court.
2. From the perspective of territorial extent, Writ jurisdiction of Supreme court is larger compared to that of High C... | 1 only
| 2 only
| Both 1 and 2
| 1 only
|
Statement 1is incorrect. SC can issue writs only for the enforcement the Fundamental Rights and not for other purposes. The high court on the other hand, can issue writs not only for the enforcement of the FRs but also for other purposes like other legal writs.
Statement 2 is correct. Since India has the single i... | b | Supreme Court | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which among the following statements about writ jurisdiction of Supreme Court (SC) and High court (HC) is/are correct?
1. Writ jurisdiction of Supreme Court is wider than that of High court.
2. From the perspective of territorial extent, Writ jurisdiction of Supre... |
Consider the following statements :
1. Expenses of Supreme Court including the administrative expenses are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India.
2. Parliament can curtail the jurisdiction and powers of Supreme Court only if Chief Justice of India has requested to do so.
3. Parliament can not discuss ... | 1 only
| 1 and 3 only
| 2 and 3 only
| 1 only
| Statement 1 is correct. The expenses like salaries, allowances and pensions of judges and staff as well as all the administrative expenses of SC are charged on Consolidated fund of India (Consolidated fund of States with respect to HC). Statement 2 is incorrect. Parliament is not authorized to curtail the jurisdiction ... | a | Supreme Court | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements :
1. Expenses of Supreme Court including the administrative expenses are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India.
2. Parliament can curtail the jurisdiction and powers of Supreme Court only if Chief Justice of India has requested... |
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