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Federalism & Centre-State — UPSC Prelims Polity previous year questions — page 3

113 solved previous year questions on Federalism & Centre-State, papers from 1993 to 2023, drawn from UPPCS, State PCS, UPSC CDS. Each carries the printed answer key and the explanation from the source compilation.

1. #81Practice set
   Consider the following statements with reference to federalism in India: 1. The Constitution provides for bifurcation of legislative, executive, financial and judicial power between Centre and States. 36. 2. Indian model of federalism is based on the principle of "Coming together", unlike US model of "holding together". 3. The Constitution provides that the official documents should use the term 'Central Government' and not 'Union Government'.How many of the above statements are correct?
   • AOnly one
   • BOnly two
   • CAll Three
   • DNone
   Answer: (D) None
   Explanation

   Option d is the correct is a system of government in which the power between a central authority and various of the l is incorrect - The Constitution of India, in structure, divides all powers (legislative, financial) between the Centre and the states. is no division of judicial power as the established an integrated judicial system to enforce Central laws as well as state 2 is incorrect - US Model of federalism is coming together as all the states have come together a federation. However, when a large country, chooses to divide its authority between the and the central government, it is regarded as federalism. In this case, power is shared social groups to accommodate a huge the central government is more powerful than the Different constituents of the federation unequal powers Statement 3 is incorrect - In common parlance, the government" and "central government" are in India. The cons

2. #82Practice set
   With reference to 'asymmetric federalism', consider the following statements: 1. It is a condition where one state possess more power than the other. 2. Article 371 of the Constitution of India provides for asymmetric federalism.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
   • A1 only
   • B2 only
   • CBoth 1 and 2 38
   • DNeither 1 nor 2
   Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2 38
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct l is correct. Asymmetric federalism is found federation in which different constituent states powers. Under this one or more of the considerably more autonomy than the other they have the same constitutional status. constitutional symmetry of American federalism, has been constitutionally 2 is correct. Asymmetric federalism is India by introducing the Article 3 71. Despite bias of the Indian Constitution, there are embedded differences between the and prerogatives of different sub-units within the To meet the specific needs and some sub-units, asymmetric federalism was always the original design to have a unique relationship or to give them special status. Under Article of special status was also accorded to the State of Nagaland

3. #83Practice set
   With reference fo concurrent Hst under 7 of the Indian consider the following statements: 1. A law made on a subject by state under the list which has got assent from the President prevail over the Parliament's law made on the same subject. 2. 42nd constitutional amendment led to decrease in the number of subjects under the concurrent list.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
   • A1 only
   • B2 only
   • CBoth 1 and 2
   • DNeither 1 nor 2
   Answer: (A) 1 only
   Explanation

   Option a is the correct l is correct. As per Article if centre have made a law on the same subject then the But if the state law has received assent of than it prevails over the central law. override such state law by a subsequent 2 is incorrect. Originally concurrent list had 47 subjects which grew up to 52 by the 42 nd (it increased the number of subjects)

4. #84Practice set
   Arrange the following in the chronological order according to the year of their establishment:l. Anandpur Sahib Resolution 2. Punchhi Commission 3. Rajmannar Committee 4. Sarkaria CommissionSelect the correct answer using the code given below
   • A1-3-2-4
   • B1-3-4-2
   • C3-4-1-2
   • D3-1-4-2
   Answer: (D) 3-1-4-2
   Explanation

   Option d is the correct Anandpur Sahib Resolution, 1973: It the authority of the Centre should be confined only defense of the country, foreign relations, and currency. All the residuary subjects should the jurisdiction of 2: Punchhi Commission, 2007: The India constituted a Commission on Centre-State look into the new issues of Centre-State relations view the changes that have taken place in the polity of India Statement 3: Rajmannar Committee, 1969: A Inquiry Committee was set up by the then of Tamil 4: Sarkaria Committee, 1983: was set up to examine the relationship of power between state and central suggest changes within the framework of

5. #85Practice set
   Consider the following pairs of subjects and the lists in which they are mentioned under the Seventh Schedule:List 1. Public health Union List and sanitation 2. Labour welfare State List 3. Drugs Concurrent List 4. Insurance Union ListHow many of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
   • AOnly one
   • BOnly two
   • COnly three
   • DAll Four
   Answer: (B) Only two
   Explanation

   Option b is the correct 1 is incorrectly matched. The subject public health come under the State 2 is incorrectly matched. The subject labour under the Concurrent 3 is correctly matched. The subject drugs come Concurrent 4 is correctly matched. The subject insurance the Union List. c

6. #86Practice set
   Consider the following statements: 1. Parliament can make a law on a subject in the State List to implement an international treaty. 2. Union government can give directions to the state for the maintanence of National highways or waterways.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
   • A1 only
   • B2 only
   • CBoth 1 and 2
   • DNeither 1 nor 2
   Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct 1 is correct. Article 253 of the Constitution to make law for the whole or any part of of India for any treaty, agreement with any other country or countries. even make a law on a subject in the State List such an agreement or a 2 is correct. Union government can to the state for the maintanence of or waterways

7. #87Practice set
   Consider the following statements with reference to quasi-federal structure of Indian Constitution: 1. The State list in the Seventh Schedule contains more subjects than the Union list. 2. The Parliament has authority to make laws on the residual subjects.Which of the above given statements is/are correct?
   • A1 only
   • B2 only
   • CBoth 1 and 2
   • DNeither 1 nor 2
   Answer: (B) 2 only
   Explanation

   Option b is the correct Indian Constitution possesses several unitary or non federal features, having a strong centre is clearly one of Seventh Schedule to the Constitution of India specifies allocation of powers and functions States. It contains three lists; i.e., Union List, and a 1 is Originally there was 97 union list but now it is mo subjects in union list. state list there was 66 but now it is 61 in concurrent list there was 47 subjects but now it subjects in concurrent list Thus the Uni.on list has not the state list. And over the period, the has grown and state list ha,; shrunk, highlighting 2 is correct: Artick 248 of the states that the Union Parliament has exclusive make any law with respfcl to any matter not the Concurrent List or State List

8. #88Practice set
   A State law made upon the subjects mentioned in the Concurrent list shall prevail over Union laws under which of the following circumstances? 1. If law made by the State legislature reserved for the consideration of the President and received his/her assent. 2. If the law made by the State legislature aims to give effect to the provisions of fundamental rights. 3. If the Supreme court of India directed states to make laws on the subject enumerated in the concurrent list.Select the correct answer using the code given below
   • A1 only
   • B2 and 3 only
   • C1 and 3 only
   • D1, 2 and 3
   Answer: (A) 1 only
   Explanation

   Option a is the correct answer 1 is correct: The laws made by the State may prevail over laws made by the Parliament laws were reserved for the consideration of and received the president's assent. However, still be competent for Parliament to override law by subsequent 2 is incorrect: There is no such to the state legislative assembly in matters related list. If there is conflict over centre and state matters enumerated in the concurrent list, law shall prevail 3 is incorrect: There is no such for the state laws to pl'evail over union case of inconsistency between them with respect list

9. #89Practice set
   Executive power relating to the concurrent Hst normally remains with the state government instead of the Union government, except in a few cases. With reference to this which of the following are those conditions/cases? 1. When a law on a concurrent subject is enacted by the Parliament, then it will be executed by the Centre only. 2. If the State Legislative Assembly authorizes the Union government to exercise executive power over a law made on a concurrent subject. of the statement/s given above is/are correct?
   • A1 only
   • B2 only
   • CBoth 1 and 2
   • DNeither 1 nor 2
   Answer: (D) Neither 1 nor 2
   Explanation

   Option dis the correct answer 256 to 263 in part Xl of the constitution deals (executive) relations between centre The executive power has been divided between state on the lines of distribution of legislative l is incorrect: The executive power over to concurrent list usually remains with the A law on concurrent subjects though the Parliament is to be generally executed by the states. 2 is incorrect: State legislative Assembly have the power to authorise the Parliament to functions. On the contrary Parliament can which specifically mandates the Union exercise executive functions over a law on a

10. #90Practice set
    With reference to the Federal and Unitary Governments, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Regional governments exist in a federal setup but never in a Unitary setup. 2. In a federal government, the legislature is mostly bicameral. 3. A Federal State always have a flexible Constitution whereas Unitary States always have rigid Constitutions.Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1 and 2 only
    • B2 only
    • C1 and 3 only
    • D2 and 3 only
    Answer: (B) 2 only
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct answer. Statement l is incorrect. In a Unitary form of government, national government exist and regional governments may or may not exist. A unitary government is one in which all the powers are vested in the national government and regional governments, if at all exist, derive their the national federal government is one in which powers are the national government and by the Constitution itself and both operate respective jurisdictions 2 is correct: In a federal government, is mostly bicameral. In Unitary may be bicameral (in Britain) or 3 is incorrect: A federal Slate has Because, the division of powers established Constitution as well as the supremacy of the be maintained only if the method of its amendmeul unitary government may have a rigid constitution constitution

11. #91Practice set
    In the context of distribution of legislative powers in India, consider the following statements: 1. Indian Constitution provides for the predominance of the 'Concurrent List' over the 'State List'. 2. At present, the residuary power of legislation is vested with the President.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (A) 1 only
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct l is The Constitution expressly predominance of the Union List over the State the Concurrent List and that of the the State List. Thus, in case of overlapping Union List and the State List, the former should case of overlapping between the Union List and List, it is again the former which should there is a conflict between the Concurrent List State List, it is the former that should 2 is incorrect: In India, the power to make respect to residuary subjects (i.e., the matters not enumerated in any of the three lists) is vested in This residuary power of legislation includes to levy residuary taxes

12. #92Practice set
    Which of the following are extra constitutional measures to promote cooperation and coordination between the Centre and the States? 1. Niti Aayog 2. Inter-state council 3. Zonal Councils 4. All India services 5. Central council of health and family welfare 6. UGC (University Grants commission)Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1, 2, 3 and 5 only
    • B2, 3, and 5 only
    • C1, 2, 3, 5 and 6 only
    • D1, 3, 5 and 6 only
    Answer: (D) 1, 3, 5 and 6 only
    Explanation

    Option dis the correct measures are those devices which arc in the constitution. These promote cooperation and coordination Centre and the states. These include a number of and conferences held at the Central the above given bodies, only 1, 3, 5 and 6 are bodies are NITI Aayog, National Integration Central council of Health and family welfare, council, UGC (University Grants commission, conferences, The Chief minister's Chief secretaries' conferences and 4 are incorrect. Inter-State council is not an extra constitutional device as it is mentioned in Article 263 of India services is also mentioned in article 312 of and so it is not an extra-constitutional members of these services occupy top positions (or under both the Centre and the states and serve turns

13. #93Practice set
    Consider the following statements: 1. As per the Constitution of India, the decision of the President of India is final on whether a particular matter falls under Governor's discretion or not. 2. The Governor of a state is an ex-officio member of Governing Council of NITI Aayog.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2 mlr
    Answer: (D) Neither 1 nor 2 mlr
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct Governor is known as the chief executive head of Article 153-163 in Part VI of the Indian with several provisions for the l is incorrect. According to Article 163 in Constitution, if any question arises whether falls under the Governor's discretion or not as per of India then the decision of Governor is the 2 is incorrect: The Chief minister (and not of the state is member of NIT! Aayog which by the Prime Minister. G

14. #94Practice set
    Consider the following statements with reference to the Central services: 1. The personnel of Central services work under the exclusive jurisdiction of Central government. 2. The day-to-day administration of these services rests with the individual Ministry. 3. The appointing authority of central service officers is same as that of All India Service officers.How many statements given above are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (C) All three
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct Central Civil Services (CCS) is part of Civil India and are concerned directly with the union nonpolitical executive administration and is the body of the federal Government of 1 is correct: The personnel of Central under the exclusive jurisdiction of the They hold specialized (functional positions in various departments of the 2 is correct: The day-to-day these services rests with the individual Ministry the posts exists. Besides, Department of the conditions of service; and the Ministry determines the pay scales and other financial fixation of pay, grant of increments, fixation of gratuity on retirement, aspect pertaining to 3 is correct: It has often been pointed out the appointing authority is the same (the President there is no justification for classifying the the all India and central the appointing authority is the same, yet a significant difference betwee

15. #95Practice set
    Consider the following statements about various legal provisions regarding the state executive: 1. A Chief Minister convicted of any offence is disqualified from holding his office with immediate effect. BJ 2. The Governor cannot retain a Minister in the Council of Ministers against the wishes of the Chief Minister. 3. The Governor can sanction the prosecution of Ministers under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988.How many of the above given statements is/ are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct l is incorrect: Section 8 of the Representation People Act, 1951 provides for disqualification of Parliament (MPs) and Member of Legislative on conviction of certain offences. It under different categories. Offences like among different groups on the grounds of language etc. would lead to immediate conviction results in imprisonment (irrespective period). On the other hand, there are disqualification provisions are attracted only if for imprisonment is for more than 6 months or Hence, it is incorrect to say that conviction for will lead to 2 is correct: Though, a Minister in holds office till the pleasure of the practically it is not the discretion of the he is bound by the aid and advice of the Chief this regard. The Chief Minister decides whom to whom to oust. Thus, the Governor cannot retain against the wishes of the Chief 3 is correct: The Governor can sanctio

16. #96Practice set
    Consider the following statements about the powers and functions of the Chief Minister: 1. S/he advices the Governor on the appointment of chairman of the State Public Service Commission. 2. S/he lays the annual report of State Public Service Commission before the state legislature. 3. S/he advices the Governor regarding the summons and prorogues of the sessions of the state legislatures.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct Chief Minister is the chief spokesperson of of a State. Article 163-167 of Part VI of deals with the provisions associated with l is correct. The Chief Minister of state Governor regarding the appointment of the members of the State Public service 2 is incorrect. Under Article 323 of the the State Public service Commission present annually to the Governor about the work done by The Governor lays that report of State Commission before the 3 is correct. The Chief Minister of State Governor regarding summoning and proroguing of of both the houses of State Legislature. The under Article 17 4, shall summon the House at a place, as she or he thinks fit

17. #97Practice set
    The Sarkaria Commission (1983) has made certain recommendations regarding the role of Governor. Which among the following are those recommendations? 1. The Governor should be a person who has been very active in politics in recent past. 2. The Vice-President of India and the Speaker of the Lok Sabha should be consulted by the Prime Minister while selecting a Governor. 3. A comprehensive set of guidelines should be framed for the exercise of the discretionary powers of the Governor.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (A) Only one
    Explanation

    Option a is the con-ect Sarkaria Commission was set up in 1983 to examine relationship on various matters and to within the framework of the l is incorrect: According to the report, to he appointed as a Governor, be a person who has not taken too great a part generally and particularly in the recent 2 is correct: The Sarkaria that the Vice-President of India and of the Lok Sabha should be consulted by the in selecting a 3 is incorrect: The Commission the discretionary powers of the Governor as Article 163 should be left untouched. Important Sarkaria Commission has recommended a set for appointment of a person to the Office According to the report

18. #98Practice set
    The Governor submits reports of which of the following bodies to the State Legislature? l. The State Finance Commission 2. The State Information Commission 3. The State Public Service Commission 4. The State Human Rights CommissionSelect the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1 and 2 only
    • B1 and 3 onlv
    • C2, 3 and 4 (;nly
    • D1, 3 and 11 only With to rem.oval of Governor of a state
    Answer: (B) 1 and 3 onlv
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct Reports of Constitutional Bodies are the Governor who lays those reports before the l and 3 are correct: Governor lays the reports State Finance Commission, the State Public and the Comptroller and Auditor to the accounts of the state, before the 4 is incorrect: In general, reports of are submitted to State Government. For State Human Rights Commission submits its annual reports to the state government. These reports before the state legislature, along with a action taken on the recommendations of the the reasons for non-acceptance of any of 2 is incorrect: Similarly, the reports of the Commission are submitted an annual the State Government on the implementation of of this Act

19. #99Practice set
    With regard to the office of Governor, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. No civil proceedings can be conducted against him during his term of office. 2. The oath of office of the Governor is administered by the President.Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (D) Neither 1 nor 2
    Explanation

    Option dis the correct Governor is the nominal head of a state, while the is the executive head. All executive actions of are taken in the name of the 1 is incorrect: The Governor is immune criminal proceedings, even in respect of his during his term of office. He cannot be arrested However, civil proceedings can be the Governor during his term of office in respect personal acts, after giving two months' notice. So, he immune from any civil 2 is incorrect: The oath of office of the administered by the chief justice of the concerned court and not by the president. In the absence of senior most judge of that court is available

20. #100Practice set
    to the Chief of a state, consider the following statements: 1. Chief Secretary is appointed by the Governor of the state for a fixed tenure of two years. 2. The Central government has the power to approve extension of service of Chief Secretary for a period not exceeding six months.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (B) 2 only
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct l is incorrect: Chief Secretary is chosen by Minister and, appointment is an executive action is taken in the name of the Governor of the state. is no provision of a fixed tenure for the Chief 2 is correct: Extension of service of the of a state is approved by the Central government. the rules, "a member of the Service dealing with or working as a full-time member of a is to be wound up within a short period may be of service for a period not exceeding three public interest, with the prior approval of the For an officer posted as Chief Secretary of this extension can be for six months

21. #101Practice set
    Consider the following statements: 1. No criminal proceedings shall be instituted against the Governor of a State in any court during his term of office. 2. The emoluments and allowances of the Governor of a State shall not be diminished during his term of office.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct to provisions made in the of a state has following immunities and During his term of office, he is immune criminal proceedings, even in respect of his His emoluments and allowances cannot during his term of office

22. #102Practice set
    Which of the following statements is / are correct regarding the relation of Chief Minister and Governor? 1. The Governor is bound to act on the advice of the Council of Ministers in every matter. 2. The Executive power of the State shall be vested in the Chief Minister. 3. The Chief Minister communicates to the Governor, the decisions of the council of ministers.Select the correct answer using the code below
    • A1 and 2 only
    • B3 only
    • C2 and 3 only
    • D1, 2 and 3
    Answer: (B) 3 only
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct 1 is incorrect. Article 163: There shall be a ministers with the Chief Minister as the head to aid the governor on the exercise of his functions, so far as he is required to exercise his functions or any in his Pradicebook Statement 2 is incorrect. The executive power of the be vested in the governor and shall be exercised by directly or through officer's subordinate to him with the Constitution (Article 3 is correct. Article 167 says that, it shall be of the Chief communicate to the governor of the state all decisions council of ministers relating to the administration of of the state and proposals for legislation

23. #103Practice set
    With reference to the executive and financial powers of the Governor of a state, consider the following statements: 1. He/She appoints and removes the members of the State Public Service Commission. 2. He/She can seek any information relating to proposals of legislation from Chief Minister. 3. He/She constitutes a finance commission after every five years to review the financial position of panchayats. 4. He/She can make any advancement out of consolidated fund of state to meet any unforeseen circumstances.How many statements given above are correct? Practk
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct l is incorrect - Although the Governor chairman and members of the State Public they are removed only by the president the governor. They are removed on the same grounds chairman and members of UPSC for example, if infirmity of body of mind 2 is correct - Article 167 of the provides for the duties of the Chief Minister. to communicate all the decisions of the Council to the governor and to furnish such to the administration of the affairs of the state for legislation from the chief 3 is correct - The constitution provides should constitute the State Finance every five years to review the financial position and Urban local 4 is incorrect - Governor can make out of contingency fund of state Consolidated fund of state to meet any To take any fund out of Consolidated State, a bill must be passed in the state legislative prior approval of governor

24. #104Practice set
    Consider the following statements regarding the privileges of the State legislature: 1. Constitution has empowered the State legislature to define its privileges from time to time. 2. Privileges of the State legislature extends to the Governor of the State. Practkebook 3. The Constitution provides for freedom of speech in the State legislature.How many statements given above are correct?
    • AOnly One
    • BOnly Two
    • CAll Three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only Two
    Explanation

    Option h is the correct l is correct. Article 194 (3) of the empowered the State legislature to make laws on and immunities enjoyed by the member of the assembly. Hence, State legislature can define its 2 is incorrect. The Privileges enjoyed by does not extend to Governor (even Governor integral part of 3 is correct. The Constitution has in two parts: Collective and Individual of speech on the floor of the assembly provided under Articie and is a part privileges

25. #105Practice set
    Which of the following statements a.re correct with respect to the role of state legislatures in deciding the location of capital dty of the State concerned? 1. Article 3 of the constitution empowers state legislatures to decide their location of capital. 2. Matters related to establishing the capital of new states are covered under the State List in the Seventh schedule of the constitution.Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (D) Neither 1 nor 2
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct l is incorrect: Article 3 does not empower to decide their location of state's capital. Article 3 does not explicitly mention anything capital". Article empowers Parliament to form state by separating a territory from any state to decrease the area of any state Statement 2 is incorrect: Matters related to establishing of a new state are not covered by State list in Schedule of the Indian constitution

26. #106Practice set
    With reference to the 'District Councils' for Tribal Areas of some states, consider the following statements: 1. Each Autonomous district has a fully elected district council. 2. Laws made on village administration by these Councils require the assent of the Governor. 3. The Governor is empowered Lo dissolve the district council on recommendation of the State Government.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (A) Only one
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct l is incorrect: Each autonomous district has council consisting of 30 members, of whom nominated by the Governor and the remaining 26 on the basis of adult franchise. The elected office for a term of five years and nominated office during the pleasure of the 2 is correct: The district and regional the areas under their jurisdiction. They laws on certain specified matters like land, water, shifting cultivation, village of property, marriage and divorce, and so on. But all such laws require the assent 3 is incorrect: The Governor can appoint to examine and report on any matter relating administration of the autonomous districts or may dissolve a district or regional council on of the commission. Important Tips Most of these autonomous district councils are located in North East India but two are in Ladakh, a region administered by India as a union territory. Present

27. #107Practice set
    With reference to the Autonomous District area in Tripura, who among the following may direct that an act of the state legislative Assembly does not apply to the autonomous district area?
    • AThe President of India
    • BThe Governor
    • CThe Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council
    • DNational Commission for Scheduled Tribes
    Answer: (B) The Governor
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct l is correct: The power of governor to House is not his discretionary power. Article 17 4 governor to summon, prorogue and dissolve the consonance with the aid and advice of the chief his council of 2 is correct: The governor can refuse house when the Chief Minister appears to have lost and the legislative members of the House no-confidence motion against the Chief Minister, Governor can decide on his/her own on summoning 3 is incorrect: The actions of the using his discretionary powers can be challenged In the Nabam Rebia case, the supreme court said power of the Governor is extremely entirely amenable to judicial review

28. #108Practice set
    Consider the following statements regarding the State Disaster Response Fund: 1. The central government contributes of the SDRF allocation to all the states. 2. of the funds can be used by the state governments to provide relief in local disasters. 3. The fund is audited by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India every year.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
    • A1 and 2 only
    • B2 and 3 only
    • C1 and 3 only
    • D1, 2 and 3
    Answer: (A) 1 and 2 only
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct 1 is correct: States relationship with Centre They share a distribution of power with the Territories' relationship with the Centre is are under the direct control and administration of They do not have any autonomy. Statement 2 is incorrect: The executive head of is known by various lieutenant governor or chief commissioner. A a constitutional head of the state. An administrator is of the 3 is incorrect: Ladakh is the largest which is larger in size than many Indian states Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana and So, the statement is incorrect. Important Tips Every union territory is administered by the President through an administrator appointed by him. The administrator of a union territory is an agent of the Central government and is not the head of state like a governor. The President can also appoint the governor of a state as the administrator of an adjoi

29. #109Practice set
    Which of the following reasons prompted the makers of the Constitution to create a strong central government in India? 1. Existence of poverty, illiteracy and inequalities at the time of independence 2. To integrate the large number of provinces and princely states 3. To bring social and political change in India 4. To subvert the powers of some of the states HIISelect the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1, 2 and 3 only
    • B2 and 3 only
    • C3 and 4 only
    • D1, 2 and 4 only
    Answer: (A) 1, 2 and 3 only
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct framers of the Constitution believed that we federal constitution that would accommodate they also wanted to create a strong centre to and bring about social polilkal was necessary for the centre to have such powers at the time of independence was not only divided created by the British; but there were more princely states which had to be integrated into or new States had to be the concern for unity, the makers of the believed that the socio-economic problems of needed to be handled by a strong central cooperation with the States. Poverty, illiteracy of wealth were some of the problems planning and coordination. Thus, the unity and development prompted the makers of to create a strong central government

30. #110Practice set
    Which of the following can be considered as the limitation/limitations of the Indian constitution? 1. Lack of true federalism 2. Non-enforceability of Directive principles of state policy 3. It is a borrowed constitutionSelect the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1 and 2 only
    • B1 and 3 only
    • C2 and 3 only
    • D1, 2 and 3
    Answer: (A) 1 and 2 only
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct l is correct - The Indian constitution has idea of national unity. In administrative matters, a state cannot go against central laws (Article 356). Government can impose ernergency in any state feels that the state is not being governed are appointed by President on the advice government and not the state government. the reason for governors not being the residents of Even the Lieutenant Governors of Union appointed by the President on the advice of the who may override policies made by the 2 is correct, Due to lack of financial the huge diversity in the country the constitution not to make DPSP 3 is incorrect. It is an unnecessary criticism all the constitutions of the world have borrowed the other provisions from other constitutions

31. #111Practice set
    Consider the following statements with respect to the official languages of states: 1. As per the Constitution, only Hindi can be the official language for communication between a State and the Union. 2. The Governor may direct the inclusion of any language in the official languages of the state to protect linguistic minorities.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (D) Neither 1 nor 2
    Explanation

    Option dis the correct l is incorrect. Article 346 talks about for communication between one State and between a State and the state can choose Language being used in Union for official Ilindi language cun also be the official language between two or more States agree that the Hindi language the official language for communication between that language may be used for such the state and the Union can mutually Hindi or any other official language (ex. English) medium of 2 is incorrect. When the President, on a made, (and not the Governor) is satisfied that proportion of the population of a state use of any language spoken by them to be recognised state, then he may direct that such language shall officially recognised in that state. This provision protecting the linguistic interests of minorities in

32. #112Full-length test
    With reference to Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements: 1. Under this schedule, President of India is empowered to organize the autonomous districts in the Tribal Areas. 2. Any laws made by district councils of autonomous districts on the matters of land and forests require the assent of the governor of the state. 3. A State government can dissolve a district council on the recommendation of the Governor.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two { }
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (A) Only one
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution provides administration of Tribal Areas in the states of Tripura, and Mizoram. The Autonomous been established to protect the rights and interests communities in these 1 is incorrect: The Governor of the state is empowered to organize and re-organize districts. Thus, he/she can increase or areas or change their names or define their so on Forumlllt Statement 2 is correct: The district and 'It.egioriah councils administer the areas under Cfliey make laws on certain specified matters Hke land, forests, cultivation, village marriage - _, 1 But sµ,ch laws require the assent of the 1 !; '? "i i S,tat,Jll 3 is incorrect: The. c,an. appoint to examine and report on any matter relating to the, admi,nis,trntion of the o.r may dissolv'e a district or regional council on the of the commissii,n

33. #113Full-length test
    Consider the following statements regarding 6th Schedule of the constitution: 1. All the members of Autonomous District councils are directly elected based on adult franchise. { } 2. Village council can be established under the district council for trial of suits or cases between the tribes. 3. The President can appoint a commission to report on any matter relating to the administration of autonomous district or regions.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (A) Only one
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct l is incorrect. All the members of are not directly elected. 4 members are the governor and the remaining 26 are elected based 2 is correct. Village councils or courts for also be established under the district councils or for trial of suits or cases between the tribes Statement 3 is incorrect. The Governor can commission to report on any matter relating to of autonomous districts or regions. Important Tips Key Provisions of Sixth Schedule The governor is empowered to organise and re-organise the autonomous districts. If there are different tribes in an autonomous district, the governor can divide the district into several regions. Composition: Each autonomous district has a district council consisting of 30 members, of whom four are nominated by the governor and the remaining 26 are elected on the basis of adult franchise. Term: The elected members hold office fo

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