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Which of the following countries is/are not the members of the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR)? Pakistan China India Israel Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 3 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only | The Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) is a multilateral export control regime. It is an informal and voluntary partnership among 35 countries to prevent the proliferation of missile and unmanned aerial vehicle technology capable of carrying above 500 kg payload for more than 300 km. China, Israel and Pakistan ... | b | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following countries is/are not the members of the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR)? Pakistan China India Israel Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1, 2 and 4 only##Option_C: 3 and 4 only##Option_D: 1... |
Consider the following statements: Basic structure is not defined under the Indian Constitution. Limited power of the Parliament to amend the Indian Constitution is a part of basic structure. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Both the statements are correct. The present position is that the Parliament under Article 368 can amend any part of the Constitution including the Fundamental Rights but without affecting the 'basic structure' of the Constitution. However, the Supreme Court is yet to define or clarify as to what constitutes the 'basi... | c | Amendment of Constitution | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: Basic structure is not defined under the Indian Constitution. Limited power of the Parliament to amend the Indian Constitution is a part of basic structure. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2... |
A system of government "A" is represented by political homogeneity, ministers operate on the principle of secrecy of procedure and collective responsibility and the Constitution stipulates that a minister who is not a member of the Parliament for a period of six consecutive months ceases to be a minister. Based on th... | Parliamentary System in UK | Presidential System in USA | Parliamentary System in India | Parliamentary System in UK | Indian Parliamentary system is characterised by: 1. Political homogeneity i.e.usually members of the council of ministers belong to the same political party, and hence they share the same political ideology. In case of coalition government, the minister are bound by consensus. 2. Secrecy i.e. The ministers operate on ... | c | Parliamentary & Presidential | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A system of government "A" is represented by political homogeneity, ministers operate on the principle of secrecy of procedure and collective responsibility and the Constitution stipulates that a minister who is not a member of the Parliament for a period of six consecutive ... |
Which of the following efforts by the government cannot be held as violative of fundamental rights under the Article 14 and 19? Prevention of concentration of wealth Taking over the management of properties by the state Amalgamation of corporations Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 1, 2 and 3 | 1 only | Statement 1 is correct: Article 31C provides that the government's efforts to implement DPSPs specified in article 39(b) and 39 (c) cannot be held as violative of fundamental rights under the Article 14 and 19. 39 (b) - distribution of ownership and control of the material resources of the community as best to subserve... | c | Fundamental Rights | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following efforts by the government cannot be held as violative of fundamental rights under the Article 14 and 19? Prevention of concentration of wealth Taking over the management of properties by the state Amalgamation of corporations Select the correct answer ... |
Hague Code of Conduct, seen recently in news, is related to which of the following? | Framework for diplomatic relations between countries | Phasing out of hydroflourocarbons | Prevention of ballistic missile proliferation | Framework for diplomatic relations between countries | The International Code of Conduct against Ballistic Missile Proliferation, also known as the Hague Code of Conduct (HCOC), was established in 2002 to prevent the proliferation of ballistic missiles. HCOC is voluntary, legally non-binding, preventing the spread of ballistic missiles that can deliver weapons of mass des... | c | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Hague Code of Conduct, seen recently in news, is related to which of the following?##Option_A: Framework for diplomatic relations between countries###Option_B: Phasing out of hydroflourocarbons##Option_C: Prevention of ballistic missile proliferation##Option_D: Framework for... |
The Indian Parliament, through its power under the Article 368, can amend which of the following parts of the constitution? Fundamental Duties Fundamental Rights Schedules Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Through its power under the article 368, Indian parliament can amend all the given parts of the constitution. 1. Through 86th constitutional amendment act, 11th fundamental duty was inserted. 2. Parliament is empowered to abridge or take away any of the Fundamental Rights.However, it cannot abridge or take away a Fun... | d | Amendment of Constitution | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Indian Parliament, through its power under the Article 368, can amend which of the following parts of the constitution? Fundamental Duties Fundamental Rights Schedules Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 only##Optio... |
Which of the following statements is/are correct with regard to the acquisition of Citizenship in India? The children of foreign diplomats posted in India can acquire Indian citizenship by birth. A person applying for citizenship by naturalisation should have adequate knowledge of a language specified in the Eighth Sch... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is not correct : The children of foreign diplomats posted in India and enemy aliens cannot acquire Indian citizenship by birth. Statement 2 is correct : To have an adequate knowledge of a language specified in the Eighth Schedule is one of the several qualifications prescribed for acquisition of Citizensh... | b | Citizenship | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct with regard to the acquisition of Citizenship in India? The children of foreign diplomats posted in India can acquire Indian citizenship by birth. A person applying for citizenship by naturalisation should have adequate knowle... |
Which of the following is/are not the part of Fundamental Rights as enshrined in the Constitution? Right to telecast Right to property Right to obtain recognition of the association Freedom of commercial advertisements Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2 and 3 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 1 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | Statement 1 is a Fundamental Right - Right to telecast, that is, government has no monopoly on electronic media is a Fundamental Right under Freedom of Speech and Expression. Statement 2 is not a Fundamental Right - Originally, the right to property was one of the seven fundamental rights under Part III of the Constitu... | d | Fundamental Rights | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is/are not the part of Fundamental Rights as enshrined in the Constitution? Right to telecast Right to property Right to obtain recognition of the association Freedom of commercial advertisements Select the correct answer using the code give... |
Objectives of Privatisation Policy are - | To improve government’s financial position | To improve performance of the enterprise | To reduce the burden on public administration | To improve government’s financial position | . | d | No_topic | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Objectives of Privatisation Policy are -##Option_A:To improve government’s financial position###Option_B:To improve performance of the enterprise##Option_C:To reduce the burden on public administration##Option_D:To improve government’s financial position##Answer:d##Explainat... |
With reference to the Competition Act and Competition Commission of India directives, which of the following constitutes unfair competition?
Collusive price-fixing by companies
Dividing territories between companies by mutual agreement
Deliberate reduction in output
Predatory pricing
Choose the correct an... | 1, 2 and 3 Only | 2, 3 and 4 Only | 3 and 4 Only | 1, 2 and 3 Only | . | d | Industrial Policies, Licensing, MSME, Labour Reforms, Companies Act, Make in India, Skill India, Challenges in Industrial development, Organised and unorganised sector, PPP, Investment models, Recent initiatives taken by the govt., etc | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Competition Act and Competition Commission of India directives, which of the following constitutes unfair competition?
Collusive price-fixing by companies
Dividing territories between companies by mutual agreement
Deliberate reduction in output ... |
With reference to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in India, consider the following statements
1. Companies have to earmark 50% of the 2% of the net profit of the companies under CSR activities to invest exclusively for afforestation
2. According to Competition Act 2013, CSR is mandatory for every Indian priva... | 1 and 2 Only | 1, 2 and 3 Only | 2 and 3 Only | 1 and 2 Only | . | c | Industrial Policies, Licensing, MSME, Labour Reforms, Companies Act, Make in India, Skill India, Challenges in Industrial development, Organised and unorganised sector, PPP, Investment models, Recent initiatives taken by the govt., etc | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in India, consider the following statements
1. Companies have to earmark 50% of the 2% of the net profit of the companies under CSR activities to invest exclusively for afforestation
2. According to Competition Act ... |
Article 1 of the Constitution describes India i.e. Bharat as a ‘Union of States’ rather than a ‘Federation of States’. What does that imply?
1. India is an indestructible union of destructible federal units
2. Indian union was formed as an agreement among states
3. States have the right to secede from the... | 1 only
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Statement 1 is correct as many new states have been created since independence eg. Gujarat, Nagaland, Telangana etc.
Statement 2 is incorrect as individual states did not agree to form the Indian union
Statement 3 is incorrect as there is no provision for secession by states in India
| a | Miscellaneous Polity | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Article 1 of the Constitution describes India i.e. Bharat as a ‘Union of States’ rather than a ‘Federation of States’. What does that imply?
1. India is an indestructible union of destructible federal units
2. Indian union was formed as an agreement among states
... |
Which of the features deem Indian form of government as a Parliamentary form of government?
| Strict separation of power between the three organs of the Government, thereby, no encroachment of one organ with regard to the jurisdiction of the other two organs
| Provision of collective responsibility of members of the Executive to the members of the Legislature
| Existence of Dual Executive—nominal and real
| Strict separation of power between the three organs of the Government, thereby, no encroachment of one organ with regard to the jurisdiction of the other two organs
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Statement 1 is incorrect as in India, there is no strict separation between the Executive and Legislature as members of the Executive are also the members of the Legislature
Statements 2, 3, and 4 are correct and denote features of the Indian Parliamentary System
| a | Political systems: concepts, forms and types | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the features deem Indian form of government as a Parliamentary form of government?
##Option_A:Strict separation of power between the three organs of the Government, thereby, no encroachment of one organ with regard to the jurisdiction of the other two organs
... |
What is the purpose of ADR? | Help an American company raise money from within the USA | Help an American company raise money from outside of USA | Help foreign companies raise money from the American financial market. | Help an American company raise money from within the USA | . | c | FDI/FII etc | Commerce & Accountancy | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:What is the purpose of ADR?##Option_A:Help an American company raise money from within the USA###Option_B:Help an American company raise money from outside of USA##Option_C:Help foreign companies raise money from the American financial market.##Option_D:Help an American comp... |
Consider the following statements about Mauryan King Ashoka: 1. Ashoka Dhamma’s primary objective was to attract and convert people to the Buddhist religion. 2. King Ashoka appointed the special officials for the peaceful functioning of the principles of Dhamma. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is not correct: Ashoka is considered as one of the greatest kings in Indian history. He is praised so much for his policy of Dhamma. According to some of scholars Ashoka was a follower of Buddhism and through Dhamma he tried to propagate the principles of Buddhism. But this does not seem to be true as Dham... | b | Guptas Age & Post Guptas Age | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about Mauryan King Ashoka: 1. Ashoka Dhamma’s primary objective was to attract and convert people to the Buddhist religion. 2. King Ashoka appointed the special officials for the peaceful functioning of the principles of Dhamma. Which of the... |
With reference to article 22, which of the following statements is/are correct?
The person who is arrested shall be produced before the nearest magistrate within a period of 24 hours.
The person can be arrested merely on the grounds of suspicion.
The safeguards under article 22 are also applicable to a person w... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 1 only | . | a | Fundamental Rights | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to article 22, which of the following statements is/are correct?
The person who is arrested shall be produced before the nearest magistrate within a period of 24 hours.
The person can be arrested merely on the grounds of suspicion.
The safeguards under... |
Consider the following statements:
Non-minority institutions have to give reservations to SC/ST.
Minority educational institutions can’t be forced to provide reservations to a special category of people. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
| 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | . | c | Fundamental Rights | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements:
Non-minority institutions have to give reservations to SC/ST.
Minority educational institutions can’t be forced to provide reservations to a special category of people. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
##Option_A:... |
With reference to the Writs mentioned in Article 32, which of the following statements given below is/are correct?
1. Habeas corpus can be issued against a private individual.
2. Mandamus can be issued against a private individual.
3. Prohibition can be issued against administrative authorities.
Select the corr... | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | nan | a | Fundamental Rights | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Writs mentioned in Article 32, which of the following statements given below is/are correct?
1. Habeas corpus can be issued against a private individual.
2. Mandamus can be issued against a private individual.
3. Prohibition can be issued against ... |
Which of the follwing can be considered as the objective/s of Government budgeting? | Allocation function | Distribution function | Stabilization function | Allocation function | nan | d | No_topic | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the follwing can be considered as the objective/s of Government budgeting?##Option_A:Allocation function###Option_B:Distribution function##Option_C:Stabilization function##Option_D:Allocation function##Answer:d##Explaination:nan##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Anthropology... |
With regard to election of Indian President, consider the following statements: Legislative Councils of states have no role in it. Election of a person as President can be declared void by Supreme Court only. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | The President elections is held with the system of proportional representation by means of single transferable vote and the voting is by secret ballot.The Election Commission of India ( Article 324) is vested with the power of superintendence, direction and control of conducting the elections to the offices of the Pres... | c | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With regard to election of Indian President, consider the following statements: Legislative Councils of states have no role in it. Election of a person as President can be declared void by Supreme Court only. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 ... |
With reference to Public Accounts Committee (PAC), consider the following statements: The members are elected from both the houses of the Parliament. A minister cannot be elected as a member of the committee. Unlike Estimates committee, PAC examines public expenditures both from the point of view of economy and legal i... | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Statement 1 is correct : The members of the committee are elected from both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. Every year from amongst its members according to the principle of proportional representation by means of the single transferable vote. Thus, all parties get due representation in it. It consists of 22 members (15 fr... | d | Committees of Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Public Accounts Committee (PAC), consider the following statements: The members are elected from both the houses of the Parliament. A minister cannot be elected as a member of the committee. Unlike Estimates committee, PAC examines public expenditures both ... |
With regard to the office of the President, consider the following statements : The oath of office to the President is administered by the Chief Justice of India. President addresses resignation letter to Chief Justice of India. A Governor cannot contest the elections to the office of President Which of the statements ... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | Statement 1 is correct : The oath of office is administered by the Chief Justice of India and in his absence, the seniormost judge of SC available. Statement 2 is not correct : President can resign from his office at any time by addressing the resignation letter to the Vice President. Statement 3 is not correct : A per... | a | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With regard to the office of the President, consider the following statements : The oath of office to the President is administered by the Chief Justice of India. President addresses resignation letter to Chief Justice of India. A Governor cannot contest the elections to the... |
According to the Constitution of India, President can be impeached for which of the following reasons? Insolvency Misbehavior Violation of Constitution Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Article 61 in the Indian Constitution provides a procedure for removal of President. According to this article President can only be removed by an impeachment. And the only reason for impeachment mentioned in the Constitution is for 'violation of the Constitution.' Impeachment Procedure: The charges for impeachment sho... | d | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:According to the Constitution of India, President can be impeached for which of the following reasons? Insolvency Misbehavior Violation of Constitution Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1 and 3 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 o... |
Consider the following provisions about the Anti Defection Act:
1. It was passed by the Parliament in 1985 and its provisions are contained in the 9 th Schedule of the Constitution
2. A Member of Parliament or State Legislature is deemed to have defected if he/she either voluntarily resigns from his/her part... | 2 and 4 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect as the act was passed by the Parliament in 1985, but its provisions are contained in the 10 th Schedule of the Constitution
Statement 2 is Correct as even if a member votes in contravention to the party’s whip, he/she will have to resign. Moreover, an elected party member cannot res... | a | Problems and processes | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following provisions about the Anti Defection Act:
1. It was passed by the Parliament in 1985 and its provisions are contained in the 9 th Schedule of the Constitution
2. A Member of Parliament or State Legislature is deemed to have defected if he/she... |
Recently Manamadurai-Rameswaram stretch became India"s first Green Rail Corridor as: | it will consume energy generated only from renewable sources. | land alongside the tracks will be used only for tree plantation. | it runs through two major wildlife sanctuaries. | it will consume energy generated only from renewable sources. | India's first Green Rail Corridor has been inaugurated on the 114-km long Rameswaram- Manamadurai stretch in Tamil Nadu. About 150 coaches in 13 pairs of express and passenger trains, running in the section, would have bio-toilets and there would be zero discharge of human waste on tracks in the section. Rameswaram rai... | d | Places(National) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Recently Manamadurai-Rameswaram stretch became India"s first Green Rail Corridor as:##Option_A: it will consume energy generated only from renewable sources.###Option_B: land alongside the tracks will be used only for tree plantation.##Option_C: it runs through two major wil... |
With respect to Lok Sabha, President can exercise which of the following powers? Summon Prorogue Adjourn Dissolve Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 2 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only | President has the following powers: summon and prorogue both houses of Parliament. dissolve the Lok sabha. summon the joint sitting. Whereas the power to adjourn Lok sabha lies with the Speaker and to adjourn Rajya sabha lies with the Chairman of Rajya Sabha.(An adjournment suspends the work in a sitting for a specifi... | b | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With respect to Lok Sabha, President can exercise which of the following powers? Summon Prorogue Adjourn Dissolve Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A:1 and 2 only###Option_B:1, 2 and 4 only##Option_C: 2 and 4 only##Option_D:1 and 2 only##Answer:b#... |
President of India has no veto power with respect to which of the following bills ? Money bills of the Centre Money bills of the States Constitutional Amendment Bill Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only | The Indian President has the veto power over the bills passed by both the Parliament and State legislature.The veto power enjoyed by Indian President can be classified into the following three types: Absolute veto, that is, withholding of assent to the bill passed by the legislature. Suspensive veto, which can be over... | c | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:President of India has no veto power with respect to which of the following bills ? Money bills of the Centre Money bills of the States Constitutional Amendment Bill Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Optio... |
With reference to the 'None Of The Above' (NOTA) option , consider the following statements: It provides the citizens their right to reject. NOTA option is not used in elections for local bodies. The NOTA option can be exercised only in the presence of a Returning officer. Which of the statements given above is/are n... | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | Statement 1 is not correct : NOTA provides the citizens to cast a negative opinion and not right to reject. Supreme court has held that not allowing a person to cast a negative vote would defeat the very freedom of expression and the right to liberty. Statement 2 is not correct : The NOTA option is used in local bodi... | d | Representation of People's Act | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the 'None Of The Above' (NOTA) option , consider the following statements: It provides the citizens their right to reject. NOTA option is not used in elections for local bodies. The NOTA option can be exercised only in the presence of a Returning officer. ... |
Consider the following provisions about Section 58A of the Representation to People Act, 1951, which was recently in news:
Statement 1. It empowers the election poll watchdog to adjourn or cancel elections on the ground of booth capturing
Statement 2: It empowers the election poll watchdog to adjourn or cance... | 1 only
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Statement 1 is correct as Section 58A was introduced in the 1980s when booth capturing was rampant during elections in many parts of the country. EVMs were not used in elections during that time.
Statement 2 is incorrect as the Election Commission of India has written to the Centre seeking amendment to the Re... | a | Representation of People's Act | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following provisions about Section 58A of the Representation to People Act, 1951, which was recently in news:
Statement 1. It empowers the election poll watchdog to adjourn or cancel elections on the ground of booth capturing
Statement 2: It empowers t... |
Which of the following states became the first state in the country to set up a "Happiness Department"? | Sikkim | Gujarat | Goa | Sikkim | Madhya Pradesh has become the first State in the country to set up a 'Happiness Department'. It will work to ensure "happiness in the lives of the common people" on the lines of the neighbouring country Bhutan. The newly-constituted department will give suggestions to ensure happiness in the lives of the people. The St... | d | Events.National | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following states became the first state in the country to set up a "Happiness Department"?##Option_A: Sikkim###Option_B: Gujarat##Option_C: Goa##Option_D: Sikkim##Answer:d##Explaination:Madhya Pradesh has become the first State in the country to set up a 'Happin... |
With regard to Contingency Fund of India, consider the following statements : The fund is held by Prime Minister"s office on behalf of the President to meet contingency needs like natural disasters and calamities. The payments from this account can be made without parliamentary appropriation. Which of the statements... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | The Constitution authorized the Parliament to establish a ‘Contingency Fund of India’, into which amounts determined by law are paid from time to time. Accordingly, the Parliament enacted the contingency fund of India Act in 1950. This fund is placed at the disposal of the President, and he can make advances out of it ... | b | Power and Functions of the parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With regard to Contingency Fund of India, consider the following statements : The fund is held by Prime Minister"s office on behalf of the President to meet contingency needs like natural disasters and calamities. The payments from this account can be made without parliame... |
With reference to Plate boundaries, consider the following statements:
Divergent boundaries do not form oceanic and continental plates side by side.
Convergent boundaries can’t occur between two continental plates.
Strong volcanic eruptions are associated with the convergent boundaries between two continental p... | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 1 only | There are many examples of continent-continent convergence, like the Indian-Eurasian plate convergence that created the Himalayas.
Continental plate convergence does not see volcanic activity because the continental plates are not dense enough to subduct. Hence the required temperature and pressure for magma formatio... | d | The Lithosphere : Inside the Earth, Land Form , Volcanoes , Earthquakes , Erosion , Soil | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Plate boundaries, consider the following statements:
Divergent boundaries do not form oceanic and continental plates side by side.
Convergent boundaries can’t occur between two continental plates.
Strong volcanic eruptions are associated with the co... |
Consider the following statements:
Sea floor spreading is the phenomenon occurs at convergent plate boundaries.
Volcanic island arcs are associated with ocean-continent convergent plate boundaries.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | . | d | No_topic | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements:
Sea floor spreading is the phenomenon occurs at convergent plate boundaries.
Volcanic island arcs are associated with ocean-continent convergent plate boundaries.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A:1 o... |
With reference to Sea Floor Spreading, consider the following statements:
The age of the Oceanic lithosphere increases with distance from a mid-ocean ridge.
The thickness of the lithosphere increases with distance from a mid-ocean ridge.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | . | c | No_topic | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Sea Floor Spreading, consider the following statements:
The age of the Oceanic lithosphere increases with distance from a mid-ocean ridge.
The thickness of the lithosphere increases with distance from a mid-ocean ridge.
Which of the statements... |
Which of the following is/are correct regarding the National Mission for Justice Delivery and Legal Reforms?
1. Under the mission amendments to the Negotiable Instruments Act will be made to reduce increasing litigation relating to cheque bounce cases.
2. A National Court Management System will be set up for ... | 1, 2 and 3
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The National Mission for Justice Delivery and legal Reforms was set up in 2011 to achieve the twin goals of increasing access by reducing delays and arrears; and enhancing accountability through structural changes and by setting performance standards and capacities. T he Mission has taken the follwing steps in each o... | c | Reform, Judicial Reform, Political Reform etc. | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following is/are correct regarding the National Mission for Justice Delivery and Legal Reforms?
1. Under the mission amendments to the Negotiable Instruments Act will be made to reduce increasing litigation relating to cheque bounce cases.
2. A Nationa... |
Which of the following can trigger a tsunami? | Undersea earthquakes | Undersea landslides | The eruption of an oceanic volcano | Undersea earthquakes | . | d | Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides & Tsunamis | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following can trigger a tsunami?##Option_A:Undersea earthquakes###Option_B:Undersea landslides##Option_C:The eruption of an oceanic volcano##Option_D:Undersea earthquakes##Answer:d##Explaination:.##Topic:Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides... |
With reference to Volcanic landforms, consider the following statements:
Batholiths are extrusive formations.
Calderas are formed due to effusive eruptions of the volcanoes.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | . | d | The Lithosphere : Inside the Earth, Land Form , Volcanoes , Earthquakes , Erosion , Soil | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Volcanic landforms, consider the following statements:
Batholiths are extrusive formations.
Calderas are formed due to effusive eruptions of the volcanoes.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 only##Opt... |
Consider the following statements: 1. Election Commission takes the decision on assigning the symbol in case of the split of a recognized political party. 2. A reserved symbol is only allotted to the candidates set up by the National or State party. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Symbols allocation to political parties: Recently the Madras High Court has decided to examine whether it was fair on the part of the Election Commission of India (ECI) to allot permanent election symbols to recognized political parties alone and deny such a benefit to the registered but unrecognized political parties.... | c | Electoral politics | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: 1. Election Commission takes the decision on assigning the symbol in case of the split of a recognized political party. 2. A reserved symbol is only allotted to the candidates set up by the National or State party. Which of the statements ... |
With reference to the Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP), consider the following statements: It is a programme designed to educate citizens in order to increase their awareness of the electoral processes. It takes the history of a state's electoral participation into consideration. It has ... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Statement 1 is correct : Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) is a programme of multi interventions through different modes and media designed to educate citizens, electors and voters about the electoral process in order to increase their awareness and participation in the electoral processe... | d | Others | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP), consider the following statements: It is a programme designed to educate citizens in order to increase their awareness of the electoral processes. It takes the history of a state's electo... |
With reference to the Election Commission of India, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The Election Commission of India is responsible for conducting elections only for elections to the Parliament and State Legislatures
2. The Election Commission shall consist of the Chief Election Commissio... | 1 only
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Statement 1 is i ncorrect as the Election Commission of India conducts all elections to Parliament, Legislature of every state and elections to the offices of President and Vice-President.
Statement 2 is incorrect as the Election Commission shall consist of the Chief Election Commissioner and such other electi... | d | Election Commission, Elections and political parties: problems and processes | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
With reference to the Election Commission of India, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The Election Commission of India is responsible for conducting elections only for elections to the Parliament and State Legislatures
2. The Election Commission ... |
The Indian Constitution provides for the division of legislative powers between Union and state under which of the following criteria? The territory to be governed The distribution of subjects Ease of administration Central control over state legislation Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 3 and 4 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Like any other Federal Constitution, the Indian Constitution also divides the legislative powers between the Centre and the states with respect to both the territory and the subjects of legislation.Further, the Constitution provides for the parliamentary legislation in the state field under five extraordinary situation... | d | Center-State Legislative Relations | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Indian Constitution provides for the division of legislative powers between Union and state under which of the following criteria? The territory to be governed The distribution of subjects Ease of administration Central control over state legislation Select the correct ... |
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding revocation of National Emergency? President requires written decision of Union Cabinet to revoke National Emergency. President has to revoke the proclamation when a resolution is adopted by either Houses of Parliament. Resolution for revocation must be passed b... | 1, 2 and 3 | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 | Statement 1 is not correct : A proclamation of emergency may be revoked by the President at any time by a subsequent proclamation. Such a proclamation does not require the parliamentary approval. However, proclamation of national emergency can be done only after receiving a written recommendation from the cabinet. Sta... | d | Emergency Provision | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding revocation of National Emergency? President requires written decision of Union Cabinet to revoke National Emergency. President has to revoke the proclamation when a resolution is adopted by either Houses of Parliamen... |
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the territorial extent of laws made by the Parliament and State Legislatures? States can make laws for whole or any part of the State. Parliament can make laws for the whole or any part of the territory of India The laws of the Parliament are applicable to the ... | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Statement 1 is correct : A state legislature can make laws for the whole or any part of the state. The laws made by a state legislature are not applicable outside the state, except when there is a sufficient nexus between the state and the object. Statement 2 is correct :The Parliament can make laws for the whole or ... | d | Center-State Legislative Relations | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the territorial extent of laws made by the Parliament and State Legislatures? States can make laws for whole or any part of the State. Parliament can make laws for the whole or any part of the territory of India The ... |
With regard to the President"s Rule which of the following amounts to failure of constitutional machinery? Where a ministry resigns or is dismissed on losing majority support. Where after general elections to the assembly, no party secures a majority. Where a duly constituted ministry indulges in maladministration. Whe... | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 3 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only | Based on the report of the Sarkaria Commission on Centre-state Relations (1988), the Supreme Court in Bommai case (1994) enlisted the situations where the exercise of power under Article 356 could be proper or improper. Statement 2 is correct : Imposition of President’s Rule in a state would be proper, where after gen... | b | Emergency Provision | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With regard to the President"s Rule which of the following amounts to failure of constitutional machinery? Where a ministry resigns or is dismissed on losing majority support. Where after general elections to the assembly, no party secures a majority. Where a duly constitute... |
Consider the following statements with regard to special powers of President and Governor: Governor can direct that an act of Parliament does not apply to a scheduled area. President may direct the Act of Parliament does not apply to a tribal area in the State of Assam. Which of the statements given above is/are correc... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is correct : The Governor is empowered to direct that an act of Parliament does not apply to a scheduled area in the state or apply with specified modifications and exceptions. under Para 5 of the 5 th Schedule. Statement 2 is not correct : The Governor of Assam may direct that an act of Parliament does... | a | Center-State Administrative Relations | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with regard to special powers of President and Governor: Governor can direct that an act of Parliament does not apply to a scheduled area. President may direct the Act of Parliament does not apply to a tribal area in the State of Assam. Whic... |
Department of Internal Security comes under which of the following ministries/offices?
| Ministry of Defence
| Ministry of Home Affairs
| Prime Minister’s Office
| Ministry of Defence
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Department of Internal Security is one the six departments under Ministry of Home Affairs. Others include Department of States, Department of Official Language, Department of Home, Department of Jammu and Kashmir Affairs and Department of Border Management
| b | Others | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Department of Internal Security comes under which of the following ministries/offices?
##Option_A: Ministry of Defence
###Option_B: Ministry of Home Affairs
##Option_C: Prime Minister’s Office
##Option_D: Ministry of Defence
##Answer:b##Explaination:
Depart... |
Resolution passed in Council of States to enable the Parliament to legislate on a State Subject is done by which of the following majority? | Special Majority of not less than 2/3rd members of the total strength of the house. | Special majority of not less than two-third members present and voting only. | Special Majority of not less than two-third members present and voting and majority of total membership of the House. | Special Majority of not less than 2/3rd members of the total strength of the house. | Special majority are of 4 types, with different clauses. Type 1 – Special Majority as Per Article 249 - To pass the Rajya Sabha resolution to empower the parliament to make laws in state list (valid upto 1 year, but can be extended any number of times) requires a majority of 2/3rd members present and voting only. Ty... | b | Center-State Legislative Relations | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Resolution passed in Council of States to enable the Parliament to legislate on a State Subject is done by which of the following majority? ##Option_A: Special Majority of not less than 2/3rd members of the total strength of the house. ###Option_B: Special majority of not ... |
Consider the following statements with regard to resolution by states to make request to the Parliament to enact laws on a matter in the State List.
1) A law made by Parliament remains in force for one year.
2) The resolution must be passed by Special majority of the House.
3) ... | nbsp; 1, 2 and 3
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Statement 1 is incorrect as The resolution operates as abdication or surrender of the power of the state legislature with respect to the matter and is placed entirely in hands of Parliament.
Statement 2 is incorrect as The resolution passed by the states making request to the Parliament must be passed by SIMPLE m... | d | Center-State Legislative Relations | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements with regard to resolution by states to make request to the Parliament to enact laws on a matter in the State List.
1) A law made by Parliament remains in force for one year.
2) The resolution must be passed by... |
With regard to Financial Emergency in India, consider the following statements: The resolution for its proclamation must be approved by both the houses of the Parliament by special majority. Once approved, Financial emergency continues for a maximum period of one year. It was proclaimed during 1991 economic crisis. Whi... | 1, 2 and 3 | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 | Statement 1 is not correct: A proclamation declaring financial emergency must be approved by both the Houses of Parliament within two months from the date of its issue by a simple majority. Statement 2 is not correct : Once approved by both the Houses of Parliament, the Financial Emergency continues indefinitely till... | d | Emergency Provision | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With regard to Financial Emergency in India, consider the following statements: The resolution for its proclamation must be approved by both the houses of the Parliament by special majority. Once approved, Financial emergency continues for a maximum period of one year. It wa... |
To resolve question of conflict between Union and State lists, Supreme Court has laid down certain principles through various judgments. Which of the following principles is/are correct in this regard? Doctrine of Pith and Substance Doctrine of Colorable Legislation Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | To resolve question of conflict between two lists i.e. where the question arises of determining whether a particular law relates to a particular subject mentioned in one list or another, Supreme Court has laid down certain principles through various judgments. Doctrine of Pith and Substance: Pith means "true nature" o... | c | Center-State Administrative Relations | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:To resolve question of conflict between Union and State lists, Supreme Court has laid down certain principles through various judgments. Which of the following principles is/are correct in this regard? Doctrine of Pith and Substance Doctrine of Colorable Legislation Select t... |
In the context of the Indian economy, consider the following measures taken, not necessarily at one point of time: 1. Repo Rate increased by the Reserve Bank of India. 2. Reverse Repo Rate increased by the Reserve Bank of India. 3. Reduction in the rate of indirect taxes. 4. Reduction in the rate of direct taxes. Whic... | 1 and 4 only | 1, 3 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 4 only | ABCD | c | National Income, Economic Growth and Development, | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In the context of the Indian economy, consider the following measures taken, not necessarily at one point of time: 1. Repo Rate increased by the Reserve Bank of India. 2. Reverse Repo Rate increased by the Reserve Bank of India. 3. Reduction in the rate of indirect taxes. 4... |
Consider the following statements regarding Gram Nyayalayas:
1. The Nyayadhikari is appointed by the State Government in consultation with the High Court of the State.
2. Gram Nyayalayas exercise the power of Civil Courts only.
3. Like the Civil Courts, the Gram Nyayalayas are bound by the rules of evid... | 1 only
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Gram Nyayalayas are mobile village courts in India established under the Gram Nyayalayas Act, 2008 for speedy and easy access to justice system in the rural areas of India. The Act came into force on October 2, 2009 i.e. the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.
Gram Nyayalaya is a mobile court and exercises th... | a | Reform, Judicial Reform, Political Reform etc. | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements regarding Gram Nyayalayas:
1. The Nyayadhikari is appointed by the State Government in consultation with the High Court of the State.
2. Gram Nyayalayas exercise the power of Civil Courts only.
3. Like the Civil Courts, the G... |
Consider the following statements with regard to resolution of Rajya Sabha to enable Parliament make law on State List. 1) Law ceases on the expiration of six months from the date it was passed. 2) The resolution remains in force for one year 3) The resolution approving the continuance ... | nbsp; 2 only | nbsp; 1, 2 and 3 | nbsp; 1 and 2 only | nbsp; 2 only | Statement 1 is incorrect as Article 249 clause (3) states that A law made by Parliament under clause ( 1 ) have been competent to make shall cease to have effect on the expiration of a period of six months after the resolution has ceased to be in force. Statement 2 is correct as Article 249 clause (2) states that A res... | a | Legislative relation | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with regard to resolution of Rajya Sabha to enable Parliament make law on State List. 1) Law ceases on the expiration of six months from the date it was passed. 2) The resolution remains in force for one year 3) ... |
Consider the following statements : Feature of Concurrent List is Borrowed from Canadian Constitution Feature of Residuary Powers is Borrowed from Australian Constitution Select the correct answer using the codes given below. | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is not correct : Feature of Concurrent List is Borrowed from Australian Constitution Statement 2 is not correct : Feature of Residuary Powers is Borrowed from Canadian Constitution | d | Others | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements : Feature of Concurrent List is Borrowed from Canadian Constitution Feature of Residuary Powers is Borrowed from Australian Constitution Select the correct answer using the codes given below.##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 only##Option_C:Both... |
Which of the following committee/s does not examine the reports of Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG)? Estimates Committee Public Accounts Committee Committee on Public Undertakings Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only |
The function of the Public Accounts Committee is to examine the annual audit reports of the comptroller and auditor general of India (CAG), which are laid before the Parliament by the President.
The function of the Estimates committee is to examine the estimates included in the budget and suggest ‘economies’ ... | a | Committees of Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following committee/s does not examine the reports of Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG)? Estimates Committee Public Accounts Committee Committee on Public Undertakings Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Optio... |
With regard to Legislative Relations between Union and states, consider the following statements : No State law can prevail over the law made by the Parliament. The Constitution expressly secures predominance of Union List and Concurrent List over the State List. The Bills on all matters enumerated in the State List ca... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 2 only | 1 only | Statement 1 is not correct : In case of a conflict between the Central law and the state law on a subject enumerated in the Concurrent List, the Central law prevails over the state law. But, there is an exception. If the state law has been reserved for the consideration of the president and has received his assent, t... | c | Legislative relation | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With regard to Legislative Relations between Union and states, consider the following statements : No State law can prevail over the law made by the Parliament. The Constitution expressly secures predominance of Union List and Concurrent List over the State List. The Bills o... |
With reference to Emergency Provisions, which of the following is/are denoted by ‘Proclamation of Emergency’? National emergency President’s Rule Financial Emergency Select the correct answer using the codes given below. | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | Article 366(18) provides for the definition of ‘Proclamation of Emergency’ as Proclamation of Emergency means a Proclamation issued under clause ( 1 ) of Article 352 i.e. National Emergency. | a | Emergency Provision | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Emergency Provisions, which of the following is/are denoted by ‘Proclamation of Emergency’? National emergency President’s Rule Financial Emergency Select the correct answer using the codes given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C:... |
Consider the following statements with regard to request by states to Union to enact laws on State List.
1) A law so enacted applies only to those states which have passed the resolutions
2) Any other state may adopt it afterwards by passing a resolution
3) Concerned State... | nbsp; 1 and 2 only
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| nbsp; 2 and 3 only
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Statement 1 is correct as The law so enacted applies only to those states which have passed the resolution
Statement 2 is correct as any other state may adopt it afterwards by passing a resolution to that effect in its legislature
Statement 3 is incorrect as State legislature ceases to have the power to make ... | a | Center-State Legislative Relations | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements with regard to request by states to Union to enact laws on State List.
1) A law so enacted applies only to those states which have passed the resolutions
2) Any other state may adopt it afterwards by passing a... |
The Council of States enables Parliament to legislate on State List by virtue of which of the following proviso? a. Supremacy of Parliament over State Legislatures b. Threat to unity and diversity of India c. In the National Interest d. Incompetency of State Legislatures | Under Article 249 Power of Parliament to legislate with respect to a matter in the State List in the national interest (1) Notwithstanding anything in the foregoing provisions of this Chapter, if the Council of States has declared by resolution supported by not less than two thirds of the members present and voting t... | c | Legislative relation | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Council of States enables Parliament to legislate on State List by virtue of which of the following proviso? a. Supremacy of Parliament over State Legislatures b. Threat to unity and diversity of India c. In the National Interest d. ... | ||||
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding President's Rule?
1) Resolution of Parliament must be passed by special majority
2) It affects fundamental rights of the citizen.
3) President can delegate the power to make laws for the State to any authority
Select the correct... | nbsp; 1, 2 and 3
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Statement 1 is incorrect as Every resolution of Parliament approving its proclamation or its continuance can be passed by a simple majority
Statement 2 is incorrect as It has no affect on fundamental rights of the citizen
Statement 3 is incorrect as Parliament (not President) can delegate the power to make la... | d | Emergency Provision | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding President's Rule?
1) Resolution of Parliament must be passed by special majority
2) It affects fundamental rights of the citizen.
3) President can delegate the power to make laws for the ... |
Legislatures of State can legislate with the Parliament under which of the following extraordinary circumstances: 1) When Rajya Sabha Passes Resolution 2) During National Emergency 3) When States make a request 4) To implement International Agreements 5) During Pre... | nbsp; 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 | nbsp; 1, 2 and 5 only | nbsp; 1, 2, 3 and 5 only | nbsp; 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 | Statement 1 is correct as Provision under article 249 does not restrict the power of a state legislature to make laws on the same matter. Statement 2 is correct as Provision under article 250 does not restrict power of state legislature to make laws on the same matter. Statement 3 is incorrect as States ceases to have ... | b | Legislative relation | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Legislatures of State can legislate with the Parliament under which of the following extraordinary circumstances: 1) When Rajya Sabha Passes Resolution 2) During National Emergency 3) When States make a request 4) To implement Inte... |
Aquila sometimes seen in news is a: | Solar powered plane to beam internet | Satellite to monitor ocean currents and tides | Underwater observatory in the Arctic | Solar powered plane to beam internet | Aquila - is the solar-powered plane/drone designed to beam internet to remote parts of the world. It has been created by Facebook. It is a solar-powered airplane that can be used to bring affordable internet to hundreds of millions of people in the hardest-to-reach places. When complete, Aquila will be able to circle a... | a | Administrative relation | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Aquila sometimes seen in news is a:##Option_A:Solar powered plane to beam internet###Option_B:Satellite to monitor ocean currents and tides##Option_C:Underwater observatory in the Arctic##Option_D:Solar powered plane to beam internet##Answer:a##Explaination:Aquila - is the s... |
As per the "Report on animal and plant discoveries 2015",which of the following is the correct sequence of regions in decreasing order of percentage contribution in discovery of new species? | Western Ghats>Andaman and Nicobar islands>Eastern Himalaya region | Western Ghats>Eastern Himalaya region>Andaman and Nicobar islands | Eastern Himalaya region>Western Ghats>Andaman and Nicobar islands | Western Ghats>Andaman and Nicobar islands>Eastern Himalaya region |
Report on animal and plant discoveries 2015’ was released by Ministry of environment and climate change
As per report around 400 new species got added in the list of newly discovered species(both fauna and flora)
The highest number of new species were reported from Eastern Himalaya region(19% ) followed ... | c | Reports(National) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:As per the "Report on animal and plant discoveries 2015",which of the following is the correct sequence of regions in decreasing order of percentage contribution in discovery of new species?##Option_A: Western Ghats>Andaman and Nicobar islands>Eastern Himalaya region###Opt... |
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding GST Bill which seeks to amend the financial relations between Union and State? It provides to the Parliament an exclusive right to charge any tax by way of surcharge on GST. It seeks to amend the Seventh schedule by eliminating separate lists and providing sing... | 1, 2 and 3 | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 | Statement 1 is not correct : Amendment of Article 271 (Surcharge on taxes by union):- Parliament has exclusive right to charge the surcharge on any tax and such surcharge will form the part of consolidated fund. But the GST is exception to above article. In other words, Parliament cannot charge any tax by way of surch... | d | Center-State Financial Relations | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding GST Bill which seeks to amend the financial relations between Union and State? It provides to the Parliament an exclusive right to charge any tax by way of surcharge on GST. It seeks to amend the Seventh schedule by ... |
With regard to elections to the office of the Vice President of India, consider the following statements:
1. The electoral college of the elections to the Vice President of India consists of both elected and nominated members of the Parliament
2. The electoral college also consists of elected members of the S... | 1 only | 2 only | 3 only | 1 only |
Statement 1 is correct
Statement 2 is incorrec t as the Vice President is elected by the members of Parliament. As in the case of election of the President, elected members of State Legislative assemblies do not participate in the election process of the Vice President
Statement 3 is incorrect as the Elec... | a | Vice President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
With regard to elections to the office of the Vice President of India, consider the following statements:
1. The electoral college of the elections to the Vice President of India consists of both elected and nominated members of the Parliament
2. The electoral coll... |
With regard to the executive power relating to the concurrent subject in seventh schedule consider the following statements: A law on concurrent subject is to be ordinarily enacted and executed by the Union. A law to implement any international treaty on Concurrent list is enacted by the Parliament but executed by the ... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is not correct : With regard to the matters included in Concurrent List the executive function shall ordinarily remain with states, but subject to the provisions of the Constitution or of any law of the Parliament conferring such function expressly upon the Union. Statement 2 is not correct : Under Artic... | d | Administrative relation | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With regard to the executive power relating to the concurrent subject in seventh schedule consider the following statements: A law on concurrent subject is to be ordinarily enacted and executed by the Union. A law to implement any international treaty on Concurrent list is e... |
With regard to which of the following is the Union government constitutionally mandated to give directions to the states? To ensure protection of railways, highways, or waterways within the State. To ensure maintenance of means of communication of commercial importance to state. To ensure execution of specified schem... | 1 and 2 only | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Statement 1 is correct : Article 257(3) states that The executive power of the Union shall also extend to the giving of directions to a State as to the measures to be taken for the protection of the railways within the State. Proviso under Article 257(2) states that that nothing in this clause shall be taken as restri... | b | Administrative relation | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With regard to which of the following is the Union government constitutionally mandated to give directions to the states? To ensure protection of railways, highways, or waterways within the State. To ensure maintenance of means of communication of commercial importance to ... |
Which of the following are considered as Electoral corrupt practices under Representation of People's act 1951?
1. Bribery
2. Appeal to vote on the ground of religion
3. Appeal to vote by use of national symbols
4. Promoting enmity between different classes of the citizens of India
Select the corr... | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 4 only | 1 only |
According to sec 123 of Representation of People's act 1951 the following shall be deemed to be corrupt practices for the purposes of this act:- (1) "Bribery", (2) Undue influence, that is to say, any direct or indirect interference or attempt to interfere on the part of the candidate. (3) The appeal by a candidate t... | d | Representation of People's Act | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following are considered as Electoral corrupt practices under Representation of People's act 1951?
1. Bribery
2. Appeal to vote on the ground of religion
3. Appeal to vote by use of national symbols
4. Promoting enmity between different classes... |
Which of the following provisions is/are correct regarding National Emergency? It can be declared by the Parliament when security of India or part of it is threatened. Its proclamation can be made before actual occurrence of war or external aggression. Its proclamation is immune from judicial review. If proclamation is... | 1 and 3 only | 2 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 1 and 3 only | Statement 1 is not correct : It is the President (and not the Parliament) who can declare national emergency under Article 352. Statement 2 is correct : Article 352(1) states that a Proclamation of Emergency declaring that the security of India or any part of the territory thereof is threatened by war or by external a... | b | Emergency Provision | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following provisions is/are correct regarding National Emergency? It can be declared by the Parliament when security of India or part of it is threatened. Its proclamation can be made before actual occurrence of war or external aggression. Its proclamation is im... |
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding President’s Rule?
1) A Proclamation expires after six months from the date of approval by resolution.
2) Maximum period for its operation is three years for all states.
3) The State Governor, on its own, assumes power of the State. ... | nan | nan | nan | nan |
Statement 1 is incorrect as article 356(4) states that A Proclamation so approved shall, unless revoked, cease to operate on the expiration of a period of six months from the date of issue of the Proclamation.
Statement 2 is incorrect as Article 356 states that Provided in the case of the Proclamation issued unde... | d | Emergency Provision | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding President’s Rule?
1) A Proclamation expires after six months from the date of approval by resolution.
2) Maximum period for its operation is three years for all states.
3) The State Gover... |
Which of the following is/are correct in respect of the commencement of the election process in India?
1) The recommendation for election is made by the Election Commission
2) The notification for the election is issued by the President and Governors of the States concerned
3) The Election ... | 1 and 2 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect as The recommendation for election is made by the government.
Statement 2 is incorrect as the notification for the election is issued by the Election Commission
Statement 3 is incorrect as Election Commissioners hold office for a term of six years or until they attain the age of 65 ye... | d | Representation of People's Act | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following is/are correct in respect of the commencement of the election process in India?
1) The recommendation for election is made by the Election Commission
2) The notification for the election is issued by the President and Governors of t... |
Which of the following subjects come under the State list in the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution? Education Forests Pilgrimage within India Agriculture Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Education and Forests were transferred from State list to Concurrent list by 42nd Amendment Act, 1976. Pilgrimages, other than pilgrimages to places outside India and Agriculture, including agricultural education and research, protection against pests and prevention of plant diseases comes under the state list. | d | Others | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following subjects come under the State list in the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution? Education Forests Pilgrimage within India Agriculture Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A:1 and 2 only###Option_B:2 and 3 only##Option_C:3 only#... |
With regard to the office of the Vice President, consider the following statements: Vice President is not the member of either house of Parliament. Lok Sabha has no role in the removal of Vice President. When the office of President falls vacant, Vice President assumes office for the entire unexpired term. Which of the... | 1 and 2 only | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Statement 1 is correct: The Vice-President is not a member of either House of Parliament or of a House of a Legislature of any state. If a member of either House of Parliament or of a House of a Legislature of any state is elected as Vice-President, he is deemed to have vacated his seat in that House on the date he/sh... | b | Vice President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With regard to the office of the Vice President, consider the following statements: Vice President is not the member of either house of Parliament. Lok Sabha has no role in the removal of Vice President. When the office of President falls vacant, Vice President assumes offic... |
Consider the following statements regarding Council of Ministers:
1. There can be no CoM without PM
2. CoM is collectively responsible to the Parliament
3. Vote of no confidence even against a single Minister lead to resignation of entire CoM.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
| 2 and 3 only
| 1 and 3 only
| 2 only
| 2 and 3 only
|
Explanation
Statement 1 correct -
According to article 75 - The Prime Minister shall be appointed by the President and the other Ministers shall be appointed by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister.
Since other ministers are to be appointed by President on the advise of PM hence CoM cannot exist without... | b | Central Council of Minister | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding Council of Ministers:
1. There can be no CoM without PM
2. CoM is collectively responsible to the Parliament
3. Vote of no confidence even against a single Minister lead to resignation of entire CoM.
Which of the statements given ... |
With reference to the administrative tribunal, consider the following statements: 1. Central Administrative Tribunal can issue writs. 2. The Parliament decides the jurisdiction of the tribunals. 3. Tribunals are part of the integrated judiciary system of India. Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | . | c | Tribunals | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the administrative tribunal, consider the following statements: 1. Central Administrative Tribunal can issue writs. 2. The Parliament decides the jurisdiction of the tribunals. 3. Tribunals are part of the integrated judiciary system of India. Which of the ... |
Consider the following statements: 1. When a national emergency is proclaimed on grounds of war or armed rebellion then article 19 is automatically suspended. 2. Defence Minister of India can suspend the operation of any fundamental rights except article 20 and article 21 when an emergency is declared on grounds of war... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | .As per article 358, Article 19 will get automatically suspended on the grounds of war and external aggression.
President has such power as per article 359 | d | Emergency Provision | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: 1. When a national emergency is proclaimed on grounds of war or armed rebellion then article 19 is automatically suspended. 2. Defence Minister of India can suspend the operation of any fundamental rights except article 20 and article 21 wh... |
Which of the following are the essential features of the Parliamentary System of Government? 1. Political homogeneity 2. Elected Head of the State 3. The ministers are members of both the legislature and the executive (double membership) Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Modern democratic governments are classified into parliamentary and presidential on the basis of nature of relations between the executive and the legislative organs of the government. The parliamentary government is also known as cabinet government or responsible government or Westminster model of government and is pr... | c | Features and Significant Provisions | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following are the essential features of the Parliamentary System of Government? 1. Political homogeneity 2. Elected Head of the State 3. The ministers are members of both the legislature and the executive (double membership) Select the correct answer using the c... |
Regarding DPSPs of the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements:
1. Directive Principles are justiciable and can be enforced in a court of law.
2. Directive Principles lay the foundation of political democracy in the country.
3. These are self-executory.
Which of the statements given above is/are ... | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only | . | d | Directive Principles | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Regarding DPSPs of the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements:
1. Directive Principles are justiciable and can be enforced in a court of law.
2. Directive Principles lay the foundation of political democracy in the country.
3. These are self-executory. ... |
Consider the following statements about the DPSP:
1. The concept of DPSP has been inspired by the Irish constitution.
2. The DPSPs are also similar to the Instrument of Instruction GoI Act 1935.
Choose the correct codes from the below: | Only 1 | Only 2 | Both 1 and 2 | Only 1 | nan | c | No_topic | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about the DPSP:
1. The concept of DPSP has been inspired by the Irish constitution.
2. The DPSPs are also similar to the Instrument of Instruction GoI Act 1935.
Choose the correct codes from the below:##Option_A:Only 1###Option_B:Only ... |
Which of the following provisions regarding PM are mentioned in the Constitution of India?
1. PM is head of Council of Ministers
2. PM holds office for 5 years
3. PM can remove any Minister from office
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
| 1 only
| 2 and 3 only
| 1 and 2 only
| 1 only
|
Explanation
Statement 1 correct
Art 74 reads - There shall be a Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister at the head to aid and advise the President who shall, in the exercise of his functions, act in accordance with such advice: Provided that the President may require the council of Ministers to reconsider such... | a | Prime Minister | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following provisions regarding PM are mentioned in the Constitution of India?
1. PM is head of Council of Ministers
2. PM holds office for 5 years
3. PM can remove any Minister from office
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
##Option_A: 1 only... |
Which of the following statements regarding Council of Ministers (CoM) is not correct? | CoM continue to hold office even after dissolution of Lok sabha. | After passing of no confidence motion against the CoM, the President must dissolve the Lok Sabha. | CoM can advise President to dissolve the Lok Sabha. | CoM continue to hold office even after dissolution of Lok sabha. | Statement a correct : Supreme Court in a judgement in 1971 held that 'even after the dissolution of the Lok sabha, the CoM does not cease to hold office. This is because article 74 is mandatory and President cannot exercise executive powers without aid and advice of CoM. Statement b is not correct : Dissolution can ... | b | Central Council of Minister | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements regarding Council of Ministers (CoM) is not correct?##Option_A: CoM continue to hold office even after dissolution of Lok sabha.###Option_B: After passing of no confidence motion against the CoM, the President must dissolve the Lok Sabha.... |
Who among the following can attend all Cabinet meeting by default?
1. Minister of Cabinet Rank
2. Minister of state attached to cabinet minister
3. Minister of state with independent charge
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
| 1 only
| 2 and 3 only
| 1 and 3 only
| 1 only
|
Explanation
Correct answer a
Categories of Ministers:
(a) Cabinet Ministers:
Their number is between 15- 20. They are important ministers hold key portfolios. They constitute the Cabinet i.e. the powerful policymaking and decision-making part of the Council of Ministers.
(b) Ministers of State:
They constitute ... | a | Council of ministers | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who among the following can attend all Cabinet meeting by default?
1. Minister of Cabinet Rank
2. Minister of state attached to cabinet minister
3. Minister of state with independent charge
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
##Option_A: 1 only
###Option_B... |
Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: The State Election Commissions were constituted in 1950 along with the Election Commission of India
Statement 2: The State Election Commissions are responsible for conducting Panchayat elections and Municipal elections in their respective states
Statement 3:... | 1 and 2 only
| 2 only
| 3 only
| 1 and 2 only
|
Statement 1 is incorrect as the State Election Commissions are constituted under the Constitution (Seventy-third and Seventy-fourth) Amendments Act, 1992 for each State / Union Territory.
Statement 2 is correct as the State Election Commissions are vested with the powers of conduct of elections to the Corpo... | b | Good Governance , e-Governance | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: The State Election Commissions were constituted in 1950 along with the Election Commission of India
Statement 2: The State Election Commissions are responsible for conducting Panchayat elections and Municipal election... |
With reference to the Finance Commission of India, which of the following statements is correct?
(a.) It encourages the inflow of foreign capital for infrastructure development
(b.) It facilitates the proper distribution of finances among the Public Sector Undertakings
(c.) It ensures financial inclusion ... | nan | nan | nan | nan |
Finance commission is a body set up under Article 280 of the Constitution. Its primary job is to recommend measures and methods on how revenues need to be distributed between the Centre and states.
Besides suggesting the mechanism to share tax revenues, the Commission also lays down the principles for giving out ... | d | Center-State Financial Relations | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
With reference to the Finance Commission of India, which of the following statements is correct?
(a.) It encourages the inflow of foreign capital for infrastructure development
(b.) It facilitates the proper distribution of finances among the Public Sector Undertak... |
The Parliament can make any law for whole or any part of India for implementing international treaties | with the consent of all the States | with the consent of the majority of States | with the consent of the States concerned | with the consent of all the States | The Parliament can make laws on any matter in the state list for implementing the international treaties, agreements or conventions without the consent of any state. This provision enables the Central government to fulfill its international obligations and commitments. (Article 253) Examples of laws enacted under this... | d | Legislative relation | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Parliament can make any law for whole or any part of India for implementing international treaties##Option_A:with the consent of all the States###Option_B:with the consent of the majority of States##Option_C:with the consent of the States concerned##Option_D:with the con... |
Consider the following statements regarding Council of Ministers (CoM) and Cabinet : Both the words CoM and Cabinet are mentioned in the Constitution. CoM determines the functions of Cabinet. CoM includes both cabinet ministers and the ministers of state. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | Statement 1 is correct: Council of ministers is a constitutional body, dealt in detail by the Articles 74 and 75 of the Constitution. Its size and classification are, however, not mentioned in the Constitution. Its size is determined by the Prime Minister according to the exigencies of the time and requirements of th... | c | Central Council of Minister | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding Council of Ministers (CoM) and Cabinet : Both the words CoM and Cabinet are mentioned in the Constitution. CoM determines the functions of Cabinet. CoM includes both cabinet ministers and the ministers of state. Which of the statem... |
With regard to Prime Minister"s Office (PMO), consider the following statements: It is an extra-constitutional body. The Cabinet Secretary is its administrative head. NITI Aayog comes under PMO. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | Statement 1 is correct : Prime Minister's Office(PMO) is an extra-constitutional body as there is no mention of PMO in the Constitution. Statement 2 is not correct : Administrative Head of PMO is Principal Secretary - PMO acts as a staff agency to provide Secretarial assistance to PM. Statement 3 is not correct : N... | a | Prime minister | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With regard to Prime Minister"s Office (PMO), consider the following statements: It is an extra-constitutional body. The Cabinet Secretary is its administrative head. NITI Aayog comes under PMO. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B... |
Match the following
A. Absolute veto | o action taken on the bill passed by legislature
B. Qualified veto | Overwrite the legislature by higher majority
C. Suspensive veto | Overwrite the legislature by ordinary majority
D. pocket veto | o action taken on the bill passed by legislature
B. Qualified veto |
A. Absolute veto - 1. With holding of the assent to the bill passed
B. Qualified veto - 2. Overwrite the legislature by higher majority
C. Suspensive veto - 3. Overwrite the legislature by oridinary majority
D. pocket veto - 4. no action taken on the bill passed by legislature
In ... | b | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Match the following
A. Absolute veto ##Option_A:o action taken on the bill passed by legislature
B. Qualified veto ###Option_B:Overwrite the legislature by higher majority
C. Suspensive veto ##... |
consider the following about pardoning power of Governor:
1. He can Pardon ,Reprive, Respite, Remit, Suspend any punishment of person convicted against a central law.
2. Governor has no power in relation to death sentence.
3. Governor has no pardoning power in respect to punishment or sentence by a cou... | nan | nan | nan | nan |
1. governor has pardoning power with respect to offense against state law and not central law.
2. governor cannot pardon a death sentence but governor can suspend, remite or commute the death sentence.
3. governor does not possess any power in relation to sentence by court marshal or military court.
... | b | Governor | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
consider the following about pardoning power of Governor:
1. He can Pardon ,Reprive, Respite, Remit, Suspend any punishment of person convicted against a central law.
2. Governor has no power in relation to death sentence.
3. Governor has no pardoning power ... |
consider the following provisions about the Governor:
| Governor has not only situational discreation but also constitutional discreation.
| 42nd constitutional amendment act made ministerial advice binding on the Governor.
| overnor must reserve the bill endangering the position of high court for presidential consideration.
| Governor has not only situational discreation but also constitutional discreation.
|
statement one: is correct as governor has constitutional discretions for example reservation of the bill for presidential consideration, recommation of imposition of the presidential rule.
situational discreation e.g. - appoint of chief ministers when no party gets majority, dismissal of COM when it cannot porv... | d | Governor | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
consider the following provisions about the Governor:
##Option_A:Governor has not only situational discreation but also constitutional discreation.
###Option_B:42nd constitutional amendment act made ministerial advice binding on the Governor.
##Option_C:overnor ... |
Consider the following pairs: 1. Pardon completely absolves from all sentences and punishment 2. Commutation reducing the period of sentence without changing the character of sentence 3. Remission substitution of one form of punishment for a lighter form. 4. Reprieve lesser sentence in special conditions. 5. Respite s... | 1 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | 2, 3 and 5 only | 1 only | Only pair 1 is correctly matched. Pardon : completely absolves from all sentences and punishments. Commutation : substitution of one form of punishment for a lighter form. e.g. - death sentence commuted to rigorous imprisonment. Remission : reduces the period of sentence without changing the character of sentence e.g.... | a | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following pairs: 1. Pardon completely absolves from all sentences and punishment 2. Commutation reducing the period of sentence without changing the character of sentence 3. Remission substitution of one form of punishment for a lighter form. 4. Reprieve lesser... |
Consider the following statements regarding the appointment of Prime Minister:
1. Constitution has provided for the appointment of the leader of majority party of lower house as a prime minister.
2. When no party gets majority, president appoints leader of the largest party or the coalition in lok sabha and a... | nan | nan | nan | nan |
1. constitution does not contain any specific provision regarding the appointment prime minister. article 75 states only that prime minister shall be appointed by the president. All other provisions are according to conventions of parlamentory system.
2. when no party gets majority, president appoints leader of t... | c | Prime minister | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements regarding the appointment of Prime Minister:
1. Constitution has provided for the appointment of the leader of majority party of lower house as a prime minister.
2. When no party gets majority, president appoints leader of the larg... |
Consider the following statements regarding benefits accrued to parties registering with the Election Commission of India:
Statement 1: The candidates set up by a political party registered with the Election Commission of India will get preference in the matter of allotment of free symbols vis-à-vis purely indepe... | 1, 2 and 3 only
| 2 and 3 only
| 1, 2, 3 and 4
| 1, 2 and 3 only
|
All of the statements given above are correct
| c | Election Commission, Elections and political parties: problems and processes | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements regarding benefits accrued to parties registering with the Election Commission of India:
Statement 1: The candidates set up by a political party registered with the Election Commission of India will get preference in the matter of allo... |
Sustainable Development Goal Index is launched by which of the following? | World Economic Forum | Sustainable Development Solutions Network | World Bank | World Economic Forum | The Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) and the Bertelsmann Stiftung have launched a new Sustainable Development Goal Index. The index helps countries identify priorities for early actions and shows that every country faces major challenges in achieving the SDGs. India is ranked at a low 110 of 149 nations... | b | Reports(International) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Sustainable Development Goal Index is launched by which of the following?##Option_A: World Economic Forum###Option_B: Sustainable Development Solutions Network##Option_C: World Bank##Option_D: World Economic Forum##Answer:b##Explaination:The Sustainable Development Solutions... |
Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: For contesting an election as a candidate, a person need not be necessarily registered as a voter
Statement 2: A person confined in jail can vote for elections, as it is a right guaranteed by the Constitution under Article 326
Statement 3: A person who is on... | 1, 2 and 3
| 2 and 3 only
| 2 only
| 1, 2 and 3
|
Statement 1 is incorrect as for contesting an election as a candidate a person must be registered as a voter. Sec 4 (d) of Representation People Act, 1951 precludes a person from contesting unless he/she is an elector in any parliamentary constituency. Section 5 (c) of Representation of People Act, 1951 has a simil... | d | Election Commission, Elections and political parties: problems and processes | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: For contesting an election as a candidate, a person need not be necessarily registered as a voter
Statement 2: A person confined in jail can vote for elections, as it is a right guaranteed by the Constitution under Ar... |
Who is responsible for counting of votes and declaration of results during an election?
| District Electoral
| Chief Electoral Officer
| Returning Officer
| District Electoral
|
According to Section 64 of the Representation of People Act, 1951, votes are counted by or under the supervision / direction of the Returning Officer of the Constituency. When the counting is completed, the Returning officer declares the result as per provisions of Section 66 of Representation of People Act, 1951
| c | Election Commission, Elections and political parties: problems and processes | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Who is responsible for counting of votes and declaration of results during an election?
##Option_A: District Electoral
###Option_B: Chief Electoral Officer
##Option_C: Returning Officer
##Option_D: District Electoral
##Answer:c##Explaination:
According to S... |
Once the results of the Parliament elections are declared in all constituencies, which authority is responsible for constituting the new Lok Sabha?
| Outgoing Speaker of Lok Sabha
| Pro Term Speaker of the newly constituted Lok Sabha
| President of India
| Outgoing Speaker of Lok Sabha
|
According to Section 73 of the Representation of People Act, 1951, after the results of all Parliamentary constituencies are declared, the Election Commission will constitute the new Lok Sabha by notifying in the official gazette, the names of the newly elected members.
| d | Election Commission, Elections and political parties: problems and processes | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Once the results of the Parliament elections are declared in all constituencies, which authority is responsible for constituting the new Lok Sabha?
##Option_A: Outgoing Speaker of Lok Sabha
###Option_B: Pro Term Speaker of the newly constituted Lok Sabha
##Option_... |
Consider the following statements: 1. The personnel belonging to the Central Services serve under the Central Government only. 2. The personnel belonging to the State Services are recruited by the State Governments with the help of UPSC. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | . | a | No_topic | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: 1. The personnel belonging to the Central Services serve under the Central Government only. 2. The personnel belonging to the State Services are recruited by the State Governments with the help of UPSC. Which of the statements given above i... |
‘Neutrino’ has been quite frequent in news due to important scientific research. What are the possible sources of neutrinos?
(1) Big Bang
(2) Cosmic Rays
(3) Supernova
(4) Nuclear Bomb
(5) Geological Reactions
(6) Nuclear Reactors
(7) Sun
The correct codes are- | 1,2,4,6 and 7 | 1,2,3,5,and 7 | 2,3,4,5,6,and 7 | 1,2,4,6 and 7 | . | d | Space Discoveries | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:‘Neutrino’ has been quite frequent in news due to important scientific research. What are the possible sources of neutrinos?
(1) Big Bang
(2) Cosmic Rays
(3) Supernova
(4) Nuclear Bomb
(5) Geological Reactions
(6) Nuclear Reactors
(7) Sun
The correct codes ar... |
Consider the following statements regarding Blackhole:
1. Infinitely dense mass. 2. It is formed due to the death of a big star. 3. Escape velocity is less than the speed of light.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | Only 1 | Only 1 and 2 | Only 3 | Only 1 | nan | b | No_topic | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding Blackhole:
1. Infinitely dense mass. 2. It is formed due to the death of a big star. 3. Escape velocity is less than the speed of light.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A:Only 1###Option_B:Only 1 and... |
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