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3950.Which of the following is not correct regarding a Money Bill?
It can be introduced in either House of Parliament.
It can be passed by the Lok Sabha even if the Rajya Saba rejects it.
It is deemed to have been passed by both Houses if it is not returned by the Rajya Sabha within 14 days.
It requires the prior approval of the President.
3951.With reference to Indian Parliament, which one of the following is not correct?
The Appropriation Bill must be passed by both the Houses of Parliament before it can be enacted into law
No money shall be withdrawn from the Consolidated Fund of India except under the appropriation made by the Appropriation Act
Finance Bill is required for proposing new taxes but no another Bill/Act is required for making changes in the rates of taxes which are already under operation
No Money Bill can be introduced except on the recommendation of the President
3952.Which of the following is/are extra-constitutional and extralegal device(s) for securing cooperation and coordination between the States in India?
1. The National Development Council
2. The Governors Conference
3. Zonal Councils
4. Inter-State Council
1 and 2
1,3 and 4
3 and 4
4 only
3953.Which of the following are matters on which a constitutional amendment is possible only with the ratification of the legislature of not less than one-half of the states?
1. Election of the President
2. Representation of states in Parliament
3. Any of the Lists in the 7th Schedule
4. Abolition of the Legislature Council of a State
1, 2 and 3
1, 2 and 4
1, 3 and 4
2, 3 and 4
3954.Article 156 of the Constitution of India provides that a Governor shall hold office for a term of five year from the date on which he enters upon his office. Which of the following can be deduced from this?
1. No Governor can be removed from office till the completion of his term
2. No Governor can continue in office beyond a period of five years
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
3955.Which one of the following is not explicitly stated in the Constitution of India but followed as a convention?
The Finance Minister is to be a Member of the Lower House
The Prime Minister has to resign if he loses majority in the Lower House
All the parts of India are to be represented in the Councils of Ministers
In the event of both the President and the Vice-President demitting office simultaneously before the end of the tenure the Speaker of the Lower House of the Parliament will officiate as the President
3956.Assertion (A): The reservation of thirty-three per-cent of seats for women in Parliament and State Legislature does not require Constitutional amendment.
Reason (R): Political parties contesting elections can allocate thirty-three percent of seats they contest to women candidates without any Constitutional amendment.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
A is true but R is false
A is false but R is true
3957.What is the difference between vote-on-account and interim budget? The provision of a vote-on-account is used by a regular Government, while an interim budget is a provision used by a caretaker Government. A vote-on-account only deals with the expenditure in Governments budget, while an interim budget includes both expenditure and receipts. Which of the statements; given above is/are correct?
1 only
Both 1 and 2
2 only
Neither 1 nor 2
3958. Match List I with List II
a) President of India 1. Secrecy of information
b) Judges of Supreme Court 2. Faithful Discharge of duties
c) Members of Parliament 3. Faith and Allegiance to the Constitution of India
d) Minister for the Union 4. Upholding the Constitution and the law
A-3, B-4, C-1 D-2
A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1
A-3, B-4, C-2, D-1
A-4, B-3, C-1, D-2
3959.Which of the following are matters on which a constitutional amendment is possible only with the ratification of the legislatures of not less than one-half of the states?
1. Election of the President
2. Representation of the States in Parliament
3. Any of the Lists in the 7th schedule
4. Abolition of the Legislative Council of a State
1, 2 and 3
1, 2 and 4
1, 3 and 4
2, 3 and 4
3960.Consider the following statements:
1. Article 301 pertains to the Right to Property.
2. Right to Property is a legal right but not a Fundamental Right.
3. Article 300 A was inserted in the Constitution of India by the Congress Government at the Center by the 44th Constitutional Amendment.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
2 only
2 and 3
1 and 3
1, 2 and 3
3961.The following items consist of two statements, one labelled as the Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). You are to examine these two statements carefully and select the answers to these items using the code given in options:
Assertion (A): In India, every state has a High Court in its territory.
Reason (R): The Constitution of India provides for a High Court in each state.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
A is true but R is false
A is false but R is true
Consider the following statements:
1. The Advocate General of a State in India is appointed by the President of India upon the recommendation of the Governor of the concerned State.
2. As provided in Civil Procedure Code, High Courts have original, appellate and advisory jurisdiction at the State level.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
3962.In India, other than ensuring that public funds are used efficiently and for intended purpose, what is the importance of the office of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)?
1. CAG exercises exchequer control on behalf of the Parliament when the President of India declares national emergency/financial emergency.
2. CAG reports on the execution of projects or programmes by the ministries are discussed by the Public Accounts Committee.
3. Information from CAG reports can be used by investigating agencies to press charges against those who have violated the law while managing public finances.
4. While dealing with the audit and accounting of government companies, CAG has certain judicial powers for prosecuting those who violate the law.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1, 3 and 4 only
2 only
2 and 3 only
1, 2, 3 and 4
3963.Consider the following statements regarding a No-Confidence Motion in India:
1. There is no mention of a No-Confidence Motion in the Constitution of India)
2. A motion of No-Confidence can be introduced in the Lok Sabha only.
Which of the statements given above is / are correct?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
3964.A deadlock between the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha calls for a joint sitting of the Parliament during the passage of........
1. Ordinary Legislation
2. Money Bill
3. Constitution Amendment Bill
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
3965.Which of the following are the discretionary powers given to the Governor of a State?
1. Sending a report to the President of India for imposing the Presidents rule
2. Appointing the Ministers
3. Reserving certain bills passed by the State Legislature for consideration of the President of India
4. Making the rules to conduct the business of the State Government
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
2, 3 and 4 only
1, 2, 3 and 4
3966.According to the Constitution of India, it is the duty of the President of India to cause to be laid before the Parliament which of the following?
1. The Recommendations of the Union Finance Commission
2. The Report of the Public Accounts Committee
3. The Report of the Comptroller and Auditor General
4. The Report of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
1 only
2 and 4 only
1, 3 and 4 only
1, 2, 3 and 4
3967.Consider the following statements:
1. The President shall make rules for the more convenient transaction of the business of the Government of India, and for the allocation among Ministers of the said business.
2. All executive actions of the Government of India shall be expressed to be taken in the name of the Prime Minister.
Which of the statements given above is / are correct?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
3968.With reference to National Legal Services Authority, consider the following statements:
1. Its objective is to provide free and competent legal services to the weaker sections of the society on the basis of equal opportunity.
2. It issues guidelines for the State Legal Services Authorities to implement the legal programs and schemes throughout the country.
Which of the statements given above is / are correct?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
3969.In the areas covered under the Panchayat (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996, what is the role/power of Gram Sabha?
1. Gram Sabha has the power to prevent alienation of land in the Scheduled Areas.
2. Gram Sabha has the ownership of minor forest produce.
3. Recommendation of Gram Sabha is required for granting prospecting licence or mining lease for any mineral in the Scheduled Areas.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 only
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
3970.Which of the following bodies does not/do not find mention in the Constitution?
1. National Development Council
2. Planning Commission
3. Zonal Councils
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 and 2 only
2 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
3971.Regarding the office of the Lok Sabha Speaker, consider the following statements:
1. He/She holds the office during the pleasure of the President.
2. He/She need not be a member of the House at the time of his/her election but has to become a member of the House within six months from the date of his/her election.
3. If he/she intends to resign, the letter of his/her resignation has to be addressed to the Deputy Speaker.
Which of the statements given above is /are correct?
1 and 2 only
3 only
1, 2 and 3
None
3972.Who among the following constitute the National Development Council?
1. The Prime Minister
2. The Chairman, Finance Commission
3. Ministers of the Union Cabinet
4. Chief Ministers of the States
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
1, 2 and 3 only
1, 3 and 4 only
2 and 4 only
1, 2, 3 and 4
3973.Consider the following statements:
1. Union Territories are not represented in the Rajya Sabha)
2. It is within the purview of the Chief Election Commissioner to adjudicate the election disputes.
3. According to the Constitution of India, the Parliament consists of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha only.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 only
2 and 3
1 and 3
None
3974.Consider the following statements:
1. National Development Council is an organ of the Planning Commission.
2. The Economic and Social Planning is kept in the Concurrent List in the Constitution of India)
3. The Constitution of India prescribes that Panchayats should be assigned the task of preparation of plans for economic development and social justice.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
3975.Consider the following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Constitution of India :
1. Securing for citizens of India a uniform civil code
2. Organizing village Panchayats
3. Promoting cottage industries in rural areas
4. Securing for all the workers reasonable leisure and cultural opportunities
Which of the above are the Gandhian Principles that are reflected in the Directive Principles of State Policy?
1, 2 and 4 only
2 and 3 only
1, 3 and 4 only
1, 2, 3 and 4
3976.Consider the following statements:
1. The Chairman and the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha are not the members of that House.
2. While the nominated members of the two Houses of the Parliament have no voting right in the presidential election, they have the right to vote in the election of the Vice President.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
3977.Which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India have a bearing on Education?
1. Directive Principles of State Policy
2. Rural and Urban Local Bodies
3. Fifth Schedule
4. Sixth Schedule
5. Seventh Schedule
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
1 and 2 only
3, 4 and 5 only
1, 2 and 5 only
1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
3978.Consider the following statements:
A Constitutional Government is one which.....
1. Places effective restrictions on individual liberty in the interest of State Authority
2. Places effective restrictions on the Authority of the State in the interest of individual liberty
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
3979.Which of the following are the methods of Parliamentary control over public finance in India?
1. Placing Annual Financial Statement before the Parliament.
2. Withdrawal of moneys from Consolidated Fund of India only after passing the Appropriation Bill.
3. Provisions of supplementary grants and vote-on-account.
4. A periodic or at least a mid-year review of programme of the Government against macroeconomic forecasts and expenditure by a Parliamentary Budget Office.
5. Introducing Finance Bill in the Parliament.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
1, 2, 3 and 5 only
1, 2 and 4 only
3, 4 and 5 only
1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
3980.Which one of the following statements is correct?
1. In India, the same person cannot be appointed as Governor for two or more States at the same time.
2. The Judges of the High Court of the States in India are appointed by the Governor of the State just as the Judges of the Supreme Court are appointed by the President.
3. No procedure has been laid down in the Constitution of India for the removal of a Governor from his/her post.
4. In the case of a Union Territory having a legislative setup, the Chief Minister is appointed by the Lt. Governor on the basis of majority support.
1
2
3
4
3981.What is the provision to safeguard the autonomy of the Supreme Court of India?
1. While appointing the Supreme Court Judges, the President of India has to consult the Chief Justice of India)
2. The Supreme Court Judges can be removed by the Chief Justice of India only.
3. The salaries of the Judges are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India to which the legislature does not have to vote.
4. All appointments of officers and staffs of the Supreme Court of India are made by the Government only after consulting the Chief Justice of India)
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 and 3 only
3 and 4 only
4 only
1, 2, 3 and 4
3982.Which of the following are associated with Planning in India?
1. The Finance Commission
2. The National Development Council
3. The Union Ministry of Rural Development
4. The Union Ministry of Urban Development
5. The Parliament
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
1, 2 and 5 only
1, 3 and 4 only
2 and 5 only
1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
3983.Which of the following is/are among the Fundamental Duties of citizens laid down in the Indian Constitution?
1. To preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture
2. To protect the weaker sections from social injustice
3. To develop the scientific temper and spirit of inquiry
4. To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity
Select the correct answer using the codes given below :
1 and 2 only
2 only
1, 3 and 4 only
1, 2, 3 and 4
3984.In India, other than ensuring that public funds are used efficiently and for intended purpose, what is the importance of the office of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)?
1. CAG exercises exchequer control on behalf of the Parliament when the President of India declares national emergency/financial emergency.
2. CAG reports on the execution of projects or programmes by the ministries are discussed by the Public Accounts Committee.
3. Information from CAG reports can be used by investigating agencies to press charges against those who have violated the law while managing public finances.
4. While dealing with the audit and accounting of government companies, CAG has certain judicial powers for prosecuting those who violate the law.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1, 3 and 4 only
2 only
2 and 3 only
1, 2, 3 and 4
3985.Which of the following are the discretionary powers given to the Governor of a State?
1. Sending a report to the President of India for imposing the Presidents rule
2. Appointing the Ministers
3. Reserving certain bills passed by the State Legislature for consideration of the President of India
4. Making the rules to conduct the business of the State Government
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
1 and 2 only.
1 and 3 only.
2, 3 and 4 only.
1, 2, 3 and 4.
3986.According to the Constitution of India, it is the duty of the President of India to cause to be laid before the Parliament which of the following?
1. The Recommendations of the Union Finance Commission
2. The Report of the Public Accounts Committee
3. The Report of the Comptroller and Auditor General
4. The Report of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes
Select the correct answer using the codes given below :
1 only
2 and 4 only
1, 3 and 4 only
1, 2, 3 and 4
3987.Consider the following statements:
1. The President shall make rules for the more convenient transaction of the business of the Government of India, and for the allocation among Ministers of the said business.
2. All executive actions of the Government of India shall be expressed to be taken in the name of the Prime Minister.
Which of the statements given above is / are correct?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
3988.If it is desirable to establish a Presidential form of government in India, the foremost and immediate amendment has to be made affecting the-
System of Judiciary
Composition of the Parliament
Powers of the Executive
Provisions of the Fundamental Rights
3989.Any dispute regarding the violation of Fundamental Rights can be presented-
In any court of the country
In the Supreme Court only
In the High Court only
In either Supreme Court of High Court
3990.Who amongst the following can be removed without Parliaments resolution?
Governor of a state
Any judge of the Supreme Court
Any judge of a High Court
Chief Election Commissioner
3991.Which of the following conditions is necessary to make party system successful?
Political parties should be organised on caste basis
Political parties should give more importance to the local problems than national issues
Political parties should try to solve the economic and political problems
Political parties should not allow the people to take active interest in the politics
3995.Which of the following are wrongly listed as freedom provided to Indian citizen under Article 19.?
settlement
Freedom of speech and expression
Freedom of residence and
Freedom of profession
Freedom of press
3996.Which of the following rights did B. R. Ambedkar describe as the heart and soul of the Indian constitution?
Right of freedom of religion
Right of property
Right of equality
Right to constitutional remedies
3997.The Preventive Detention Act has a restraining effect on?
Right of equality
Right of freedom
Right to religion
Right to constitutional remedies
3998.Which articles in Part III of the constitution emphasizes its secular character?
Art 8 to 11
25 to 28
45 to 48A
14 to 19
3999.Which of the following articles prohibits censorship?
Art 19
Art 22
Art 32
None
4000.Under which art can an individual move the Supreme court directly in case of any violation of a Fundamental right?
Art 13
Art 14
Art 12
Art 34
4001.Freedom of speech under the Indian constitution is subject to reasonable restriction on the grounds of protection of?
Sovereignty and integrity of the country
Dignity of the office of the Prime Minister
A and b
None
4002.Civil and political equality gives citizens?
Right to vote and right to be elected without any distinction of caste,religion, sex, property, etc
Right to vote and right to be elected without any distinction of age,caste, creed or sex
Equal opportunity for taking part in election
The right to occupy highest office in the state irrespective of qualification
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