India Polity UPSC Question and Answer: Part 3

2015

1. The provisions in Fifth Schedule and Sixth Schedule in the Constitution of India are made in order to

(a) protect the interests of Scheduled Tribes

(b) determine the boundaries between States

(d) protect the interests of all the border States

Answer:

(a) protect the interests of Scheduled Tribes

2. The fundamental object of Panchayati Raj system is to ensure which among the following?

People’s participation in development
Political accountability
Democratic decentralisation
Financial mobilisation

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

(a) 1, 2 and 3 only

(b) 2 and 4 only

(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer:

(c) 1 and 3 only

3. The ideal of ‘Welfare State’ in the Indian Constitution is enshrined in its

(a) Preamble

(b) Directive Principles of State Policy

(d) Seventh Schedule

Answer:

(b) Directive Principles of State Policy

4. Consider the following statements regarding the Directive Principles of State Policy:

The Principles spell out the socio-economic democracy in the country
The provisions contained in these Principles are not enforceable by any court.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer:

(c) Both 1 and 2

5. Consider the following statements:

The Legislative Council of a State in India can be larger in size than half of the Legislative Assembly of that particular State.
The Governor of a State nominates the Chairman of Legislative Council of that particular State.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer:

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

6. There is a Parliamentary System of Government in India because the

(a) Lok Sabha is elected directly by the people

(b) Parliament can amend the Constitution

(d) Council of Ministers is responsible to the Lok Sabha

Answer:

(d) Council of Ministers is responsible to the Lok Sabha

7. Consider the following statements:

The Rajya Sabha has no power either to reject or to amend a Money Bill.
The Rajya Sabha cannot vote on the Demands for Grants.
The Rajya Sabha cannot discuss the Annual Financial Statement.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 1 and 2 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(b) 1 and 2 only

8. When a bill is referred to a joint sitting of both the Houses of the Parliament, it has to be passed by

(a) a simple majority of members present and voting

(b) three-fourths majority of members present and voting

(d) absolute majority of the Houses

Answer:

(a) a simple majority of members present and voting

9. Consider the following statements:

The Executive Power of the Union of India is vested in the Prime Minister.
The Prime Minister is the ex-officio Chairman of the Civil Services Board.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer:

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

10. With reference to the Union Government, consider the following statements:

The Department of Revenue is responsible for the preparation of Union Budget that is presented to the Parliament.
No amount can be withdrawn from the Consolidated Fund of India without the authorization from the Parliament of India.
All the disbursements made from Public Account also need the authorization from the Parliament of India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(c) 2 only

11. Who/Which of the following is the custodian of the Constitution of India?

(a) The President of India

(b) The Prime Minister of India

(d) The Supreme Court of India

Answer:

(d) The Supreme Court of India

12. “To uphold and protect the Sovereignty, Unity and Integrity of India” is a provision made in the

(a) Preamble of the Constitution

(b) Directive Principles of State Policy

(d) Fundamental Duties

Answer:

(d) Fundamental Duties

2014

1. With reference to Union Budget, which of the following is/are covered under Non-Plan Expenditure?

Defence expenditure
Interest payments
Salaries and pensions
Subsidies

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(d) None

Answer:

(c) 1, 2, 3 and 4

2. Which one of the following Schedules of the Constitution of India contains provisions regarding anti-defection?

(a) Second Schedule

(b) Fifth Schedule

(d) Tenth Schedule

Answer:

(d) Tenth Schedule

3. Which of the following are associated with ‘Planning’ in India?

The Finance Commission
The National Development Council
The Union Ministry of Rural Development
The Union Ministry of Urban Development
The Parliament

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

(a) 1, 2 and 5 only

(b) 1, 3 and 4 only

(d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

Answer:

(c) 2 and 5 only

4. In the Constitution of India, promotion of international peace and security is included in the

(a) Preamble to the Constitution

(b) Directive Principles of State Policy

(d) Ninth Schedule

Answer:

(b) Directive Principles of State Policy

5. Which of the following are the discretionary powers given to the Governor of a State?

Sending a report to the President of India for imposing the President’s rule
Appointing the Ministers
Reserving certain bills passed by the State Legislature for consideration of the President of India
Making the rules to conduct the business of the State Government

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 1 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer:

(b) 1 and 3 only

6. Consider the following statements:

A Constitutional Government is one which

Places effective restrictions on individual liberty in the interest of State Authority.
Places effective restrictions on the Authority of the State in the interest of individual liberty.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer:

(b) 2 only

7. Consider the following statements:

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.
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?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer:

(a) 1 only

8. Consider the following statements regarding a No-Confidence Motion in India:

There is no mention of a No-Confidence Motion in the Constitution of India.
A Motion of No-Confidence can be introduced in the Lok Sabha only.

Which of the statements given above is / are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer:

(c) Both 1 and 2

9. Which one of the following is the largest Committee of the Parliament?

(a) The Committee on Public Accounts

(b) The Committee on Estimates

(d) The Committee on Petitions

Answer:

(b) The Committee on Estimates

10. Which of the following is/are the function/functions of the Cabinet Secretariat?

Preparation of agenda for Cabinet Meetings
Secretarial assistance to Cabinet Committees
Allocation of financial resources to the Ministries

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(c) 1 and 2 only

11. The power of the Supreme Court of India to decide disputes between the Centre and the States falls under its

(a) advisory jurisdiction

(b) appellate jurisdiction

(d) writ jurisdiction

Answer:

(c) original jurisdiction

12. The power to increase the number of judges in the Supreme Court of India is vested in

(a) the President of India

(b) the Parliament

(d) the Law Commission

Answer:

(b) the Parliament

2013

1. Which one of the following statements is correct?

(a) In India, the same person cannot be appointed as Governor for two or more States at the same time.

(b) 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.

(d) 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.

Answer:

(c) No procedure has been laid down in the Constitution of India for the removal of a Governor from his/her post.

2. Which of the following bodies does not/do not find mention in the Constitution?

National Development Council
Planning Commission
Zonal Councils

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3 only

Answer:

(d) 1, 2 and 3 only

3. The Government enacted the Panchayat Extension to Scheduled Areas (PESA) Act in 1996.Which one of the following is not identified as its objective?

(a) To provide self-governance

(b) To recognize traditional rights

(d) To free tribal people from exploitation

Answer:

(c) To create autonomous regions in tribal areas

4. Consider the following statements:

National Development Council is an organ of the Planning Commission.
The Economic and Social Planning is kept in the Concurrent List in the Constitution of India.
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?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(b) 2 and 3 only

5. Who among the following constitute the National Development Council?

The Prime Minister
The Chairman, Finance Commission
Ministers of the Union Cabinet
Chief Ministers of the States

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

(a) 1, 2 and 3 only

(b) 1, 3 and 4 only

(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer:

(b) 1, 3 and 4 only

6. Under the Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006, who shall be the authority to initiate the process for determining the nature and extent of individual or community forest rights or both?

(a) State Forest Department

(b) District Collector/Deputy Commissioner

(d) Gram Sabha

Answer:

(d) Gram Sabha

7. Consider the following statements:

An amendment to the Constitution of India can be initiated by an introduction of a bill in the Lok Sabha only.
If such an amendment seeks to make changes in the federal character of the constitution, the amendment also requires to be ratified by the legislature of all the states of India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer:

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

8. Which one of the following statements is correct?

(a) In India, the same person cannot be appointed as Governor for two or more States at the same time

(b) 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

(d) 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.

Answer:

(c) Nor procedure has been laid down in the Constitution of India for the removal of a Governor from his/her post

9. ‘Economic Justice’ as one of the objectives of the Indian Constitution has been provided in

(a) The Preamble and the Fundamental Rights

(b) The Preamble and the Directive Principles of State Policy

(d) None of the above

Answer:

(b) The Preamble and the Directive Principles of State Policy

10. According to the Constitution of India, which of the following are fundamental for the governance of the country?

(a) Fundamental Rights

(b) Fundamental Duties

(d) Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties

Answer:

(c) Directive Principles of State Policy

11. What will follow if a Money Bill is substantially amended by the Rajya Sabha?

(a) The Lok Sabha may still proceed with the Bill, accepting or not accepting the recommendations of the Rajya Sabha

(b) The Lok Sabha cannot consider the Bill further

(d) The President may call a joint sitting for passing the Bill

Answer:

(a) The Lok Sabha may still proceed with the Bill, accepting or not accepting the recommendations of the Rajya Sabha

12. Consider the following statements:

Attorney General of India can

Take part in the proceedings of the Lok Sabha
Be a member of a committee of the Lok Sabha
Speak in the Lok Sabha
Vote in the Lok Sabha

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 and 4 only

(d) 1 and 3 only

Answer:

(c) 1, 2 and 3 only

13. The Parliament can make any law for whole or any part of India for implementing international treaties

(a) With the consent of all the States

(b) With the consent of the majority of States

(d) Without the consent of any State

Answer:

(d) Without the consent of any State

14. Consider the following statements:

The Parliamentary Committee on Public Accounts

consists of not more than 25 Members of the Lok Sabha
scrutinizes appropriation and finance accounts of the Government
examines the report of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(b) 2 and 3 only

15. In the context of India, which of the following principles is/are implied institutionally in the parliamentary government?

Members of the Cabinet are Members of the Parliament.
Ministers hold the office till they enjoy confidence in the Parliament.
Cabinet is headed by the Head of the State.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(a) 1 and 2 only

16. Consider the following statements:

The Council of Ministers in the Centre shall be collectively responsible to the Parliament.
The Union Ministers shall hold the office during the pleasure of the President of India.
The Prime Minister shall communicate to the President about the proposals for legislation.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(b) 2 and 3 only

17. Consider the following statements:

The Chairman and the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha are not the members of that House.
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?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer:

(b) 2 only

18. With reference to National Legal Services Authority, consider the following statements:

Its objective is to provide free and competent legal services to the weaker sections of the society on the basis of equal opportunity.
It issues guidelines for the State Legal Services Authorities to implement the legal programmes and schemes throughout the country.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(d) Neither I nor 2

Answer:

(c) Both 1 and 2

2012

1. The distribution of powers between the Centre and the States in the Indian Constitution is based on the scheme provided in the

(a) Morley-Minto Reforms, 1909

(b) Montagu-Chelmsford Act, 1919

(d) Indian Independence Act, 1947

Answer:

(c) Government of India Act, 1935

2. Consider the following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Constitution of India:

Securing for citizens of India a uniform civil code.
Organizing village Panchayats
Promoting cottage industries in rural areas
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?

(a) 1, 2 and 4 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer:

(b) 2 and 3 only

3. Which of the following is/are among the Fundamental Duties of citizens laid down in the Indian Constitution?

To preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture
To protect the weaker sections from social injustice
To develop the scientific temper and spirit of inquiry
To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 only

(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer:

(c) 1, 3 and 4 only

4. In the Parliament of India, the purpose of an adjournment motion is

(a) to allow a discussion on a definite matter of urgent public importance

(b) to let opposition members collect information from the ministers

(d) to postpone the proceedings to check the inappropriate or violent behaviour on the part of some members

Answer:

(a) to allow a discussion on a definite matter of urgent public importance

5. Consider the following statements:

Union Territories are not represented in the Rajya Sabha.
It is within the purview of the Chief Election Commissioner to adjudicate the election disputes.
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?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(d) None

Answer:

(d) None

6. Regarding the office of the Lok Sabha Speaker, consider the following statements:

He/She holds the office during the pleasure of the President.
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.
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?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 3 only

(d) None

Answer:

(b) 3 only

7. 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?

The Recommendations of the Union Finance Commission
The Report of the Public Accounts Committee
The Report of the Comptroller and Auditor General
The Report of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 and 4 only

(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer:

(c) 1, 3 and 4 only

8. A deadlock between the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha calls for a joint sitting of the Parliament during the passage of

Ordinary Legislation
Money Bill
Constitution Amendment Bill

Select the correct answer using codes the given below:

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(a) 1 only

9. The Prime Minister of India, at the time of his/her appointment

(a) need not necessarily be a member of one of the Houses of the Parliament but must become a member of one of the Houses within six months

(b) need not necessarily be a member of one of the Houses of the Parliament but must become a member of the Lok Sabha within six months

(d) must be a member of the Lok Sabha

Answer:

(a) need not necessarily be a member of one of the Houses of the Parliament but must become a member of one of the Houses within six months

10. Which of the following are included in the original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court?

A dispute between the Government of India and one or more States.
A dispute regarding elections to either House of the Parliament or that of Legislature of a State
A dispute between the Government of India and a Union Territory
A dispute between two or more States.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(d) 3 and 4 only

Answer:

(c) 1 and 4 only

11. What is the provision to safeguard the autonomy of the Supreme Court of India?

While appointing the Supreme Court Judges, the President of India has to consult the Chief Justice of India.
The Supreme Court Judges can be removed by the Chief Justice of India only.
The salaries of the Judges are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India to which the legislature does not have to vote.
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?

(a) 1 and 3 only

(b) 3 and 4 only

(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer:

(a) 1 and 3 only

12. Which of the following special powers have been conferred on the Rajya Sabha by the Constitution of India?

(a) To change the existing territory of a State and to change the name of a State

(b) To pass a resolution empowering the Parliament to make laws in the State List and to create one or more All India Services

(c) To amend the election procedure of the President and to determine the pension of the President after his/her retirement

(d) To determine the functions of the Election Commission and to determine the number of Election Commissioners

Answer:

(b) To pass a resolution empowering the Parliament to make laws in the State List and to create one or more All India Services

13. Which of the following are the methods of Parliamentary control over public finance in India?

Placing Annual Financial Statement before the Parliament
Withdrawal of money from Consolidated Fund of India only after passing the Appropriation Bill
Provisions of supplementary grants and vote-on-account
A periodic or at least a mid-year review of programme of the Government against macroeconomic forecast and expenditure by a Parliamentary Budget Office
Introducing Finance Bill in the Parliament

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

(a) 1, 2, 3 and 5 only

(b) 1, 2, and 4 only

(d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

Answer:

(a) 1, 2, 3 and 5 only

14. Which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India have a bearing on Education?

Directive Principles of State Policy
Rural and Urban Local Bodies
Fifth Schedule
Sixth Schedule
Seventh Schedule

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 3, 4 and 5 only

(d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

Answer:

(d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

2011

1. In India, if a religious sect/community is given the status of a national minority, what special advantages it is entitled to?

It can establish and administer exclusive educational institutions.
The President of India automatically nominates a representative of the community to Lok Sabha.
It can derive benefits from the Prime Minister’s 15-Point Programme.

Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(c) 1 and 3 only

2. Under the Constitution of India, which one of the following is not a Fundamental Duty?

(a) To vote in public elections

(b) To develop the scientific temper

(d) To abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals

Answer:

(a) To vote in public elections

3. 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 Government’s budget, while an “interim budget” includes both expenditure and receipts.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer:

(b) 2 only

4. The authorization for the withdrawal of funds from the Consolidated Fund of India must come from

(a) The President of India

(b) The Parliament of India

(d) The Union Finance Minister

Answer:

(b) The Parliament of India

5. All revenues received by the Union Government by way of taxes and other receipts for the conduct of Government business are credited to the

(a) Contingency Fund of India

(b) Public Account

(d) Deposits and Advances Fund

Answer:

(c) Consolidated Fund of India

6. When the annual Union Budget is not passed by the Lok Sabha

(a) the Budget is modified and presented again

(b) the Budget is referred to the Rajya Sabha for suggestions

(d) the Prime Minister submits the resignation of Council of Ministers

Answer:

(d) the Prime Minister submits the resignation of Council of Ministers

7. Consider the following:

Right to education.
Right to equal access to public service.
Right to food.

Which of the above is/are Human Right/Human Rights under “Universal Declaration of Human Rights”?

(a) 1 only

(b) 1 and 2 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(d) 1, 2 and 3

8. The Constitution (Seventy-Third Amendment) Act, 1992, which aims at promoting the Panchayati Raj Institutions in the country, provides for which of the following?

Constitution of District Planning Committees.
State Election Commissions to conduct all panchayat elections.
Establishment of State Finance Commissions.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

(a) 1 only

(b) 1 and 2 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(d) 1, 2 and 3

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