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Union Executive — UPSC Prelims Polity previous year questions — page 3

187 solved previous year questions on Union Executive, papers from 1991 to 2023, drawn from UPPCS, State PCS, UPSC CDS. Each carries the printed answer key and the explanation from the source compilation.

1. #81CGPSC 2021
   What is not true in reference to Chief of Defence Staff?
   • AMaximum age limit for this post is 65 years
   • BHe is permanent Chairman of Chief of Staff Committee
   • CHe is Chairman of Defence Acquisition Council
   • DHe is member of Defence Planning Committee
   Answer: (C) He is Chairman of Defence Acquisition Council
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct DAC is the highest decision-making body in the for deciding on new policies and capital the three services (Army, Navy and Air Force) and Coast Guard. The defence minister is the DAC. Its members include the Chief of Defence and Chiefs of the Army, Navy, and Air Force. Important Tips The CDS holds the highest military rank in India and provides single-point military advice to the government. Appointed by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister, the CDS is a four-star general and serves as the permanent Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff Committee (COSC). CDS is a member of the Defence Planning Committee (DPC) responsible for formulating long term defence plans. As the head of the Department of Military Affairs (DMA) in the Ministry of Defence, the CDS acts as the single-point adviser to the Defence Minister. In the Department of Defence the CDS holds the ra

2. #82UPSC CDS 2021
   National Disaster Management Authority is headed by
   • Athe Prime Minister
   • Bthe Home Minister
   • Cthe President
   • Dthe Health Minister
   Answer: (A) the Prime Minister
   Explanation

   Option a is the correct National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) apex statutory body for disaster management in India and is headed by the Prime Minister. As the head of the Prime Minister oversees the overall the organization and provides strategic direction management initiatives. Important Tips Mandate: Its primary purpose is to coordinate response to natural or man-made disasters and for capacity building in disaster resiliency and crisis response. It is also the apex body to lay down policies, plans and guidelines for Disaster Management to ensure timely and effective response to disasters. Vision: To build a safer and disaster resilient India by a holistic, proactive, technology driven and sustainable development strategy that involves all stakeholders and fosters a culture of prevention, preparedness and mitigation. Divisions: NDMA has 5 major divisions viz. Policy Plans, Mit

3. #83UPSC CDS 2019
   The Prime Minister's National Relief Fund is operated by which one of the following bodies? u IDI Political Rights Forms of Discrimination against Women Disabilities According to the Election Commission of India, in order to be recognised as a 'National Party', a political party must be as a recognised as a state party in how many states? Which one of the following intellectual property rights is protected without making any registration? Which among the following Acts were repealed by Artide-395 of the Constitution of India?
   • AThe Prime Minister's Office (PMO)
   • BThe National Disaster Management Authority
   • CThe Ministry of Finance
   • DThe National Development Council (NDC)
   Answer: (A) The Prime Minister's Office (PMO)
   Explanation

   Option a is the correct answer Established in: 1948 Used for: immediate relief to families of those killed in natural calamities like floods, cyclones and earthquakes, etc. and to the victims of the major accidents and riots Headed by: Prime Minister Administration: Administered on an Honorary basis by Joint Secretary to the Prime Minister as Secretary of the fund. PMNRF operates from the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) (option a is correct) E a) Consists entirely of public contributions and does not get any budgetary Recognized as a Trust under the Income Tax Exempt under the Income Tax Act, 1961 under Section 10 and 139 for return purposes

4. #84Practice set
   With reference to the interim government formed in 1946, consider the following statements: 1. The members of the interim Government were members of the Viceroy's Executive Council. 2. Jawaharlal Nehru was designated as the President of the Council.Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
   • A1 only
   • B2 only
   • CBoth 1 and 2
   • DNeither 1 nor 2
   Answer: (B) 2 only
   Explanation

   Option bis the correct l is correct - The members of the were members of the Viceroy's The Viceroy continued to be the head of 2 is incorrect - Viceroy was the head of whereas Jawalrnrlal Nehru was designated as of the Council

5. #85Practice set
   Which of the following functions were performed by the Constituent Assembly of India? 1. Ratified India's Commonwealth membership. 2. Elected first of India. 3. Appointed India's first Prime Minister till the formation of new parliament in 1952.Select the correct answer using the code given below
   • A1 only
   • B1 and 2 only
   • C2 and 3 only
   • D1, 2 and 3
   Answer: (B) 1 and 2 only
   Explanation

   Option b is the correct first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru was hy the Constituent Nehru was a member of the interim govern.rnent from 1946. The the interim Government were members of the Council. On !5 th August, 1947, Lord the first Governor-General of the new India. He swore in Jawaharlal Nehru as the first n is tcr of India. Important Tips The Constituent Assembly was in charge of making of the Constitution and enacting of ordinary laws. Along with that it also - Ratified the India's membership of the Commonwealth in May 1949. Adopted the national flag on July 22, 1947. Adopted the national anthem on January 24, 1950. Adopted the national song on January 24, 1950. Elected Dr. Rajcndra Prasad as the first President of 24, 1950

6. #86Practice set
   Consider the following pairs with reference to the First Cabinet of Independent India (1947):Member Portfolio 1. Jawaharlal Nehru -- Home Affai rs 2. Sardar Vallabhbhai Infonnatior Patel Broadcastil 3. Rajkumari Amrit Health Kaur 4. Dr. Rajendra Prasad EducationHow many of the above given pairs is/ are correct?
   • AOnly one
   • BOnly two
   • COnly three
   • DAll four
   Answer: (B) Only two
   Explanation

   Option b is the correct l is incorrect. Home Affairs was under the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (not Jawaharlal Nehru was the Prime Minister and in charge Affairs and Commonwealth Relations; 2 is correct. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was in charge Information and Broadcasting; 3 is correct. Amrit Kaur was given 4 is incorrect. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad was charge of Education while Dr Rajendra Prasad had agriculture portfolio. Important Tips Other Members and their portfolios: Dr John Matthai: Railways and Transport. Sardar Baldev Singh: Defence. Shri Jagjivan Ram: Labour. Mr C.H. Bhabha: Commerce. Mr Rafi Ahmad Kidwai: Communications. Dr B.R Ambedkar: Law. Shri R.K. Shanmukham Chetty: Finance. Dr. Syama Prasad Mukherji: Industries and Supplies. Shri N. V. Gadgil: Works, Mines and Power

7. #87Practice set
   Consider the following pairs of features borrowed and the sources, with reference to the Constitution of India:Feature borrowed Source 1. Concurrent list Canadian Constitution 2. Method of Irish Constitution election of the president 3. Procedure Australian established by Constitution law 4. Procedure for South African amendment of Constitution the ConstitutionHow many statements given above are correct?
   • AOnly one
   • BOnly two
   • COnly three
   • DAll four
   Answer: (B) Only two
   Explanation

   Option b is the correct 1 is incorrectly matched. The frature of is borrowed from the Australian Constitution. borrowed fium the Australian Constitution freedom of trade, commerce and intercourse and joint silting ot the two Houses ot 2 is correctly matched. The feature of method of the president is borrowed from the Irish features borrowed from the Trit,h f'.on,titutiuu are Directive Principles of State Policy and nomination to Rajya 3 ineorrectly makhed. The feature of by law is borrowed from the 4 is correctly The feature of procedure of the Constitution is borrowed from the Constitution. Other feature borrowed from African Constitution is election of members of

8. #88Practice set
   Consider the following statements with reference to the concept of 'Separation of Powers': 1. It is an organizational structure where responsibilities and powers are divided between groups rather than being centrally held. 2. The doctrine of Separation of Powers is the basis of the American Presidential system. 3. Separation of Powers between the legislature, executive and judiciary is an element of basic structure of Indian Constitution.How many of the above given statements are correct?
   • AOnly one
   • BOnly two
   • CAll three
   • DNone
   Answer: (C) All three
   Explanation

   lixp) Option c is the correct l is correct: Separation of powers is structure where and powers are divided between groups being centrally held. Separation of powers is political systems, in which the legislative, executive, powers of government are vested in separate 2 is correct: The doctrine of separation of the basis of the American presidential system. executive and judicial powers of the separated and vested in the three organs 3 is correct: Supreme Court identified powers between the legislulurc, the executive judiciary as a part of basic structure of the

9. #89Practice set
   Consider the following statements 1. The President is entitled to declare war or conclude a treaty. 2. The President appoints the chiefs of the service branches of the armed forces. 3. International treaties and agreements which are negotiated and concluded by the President does not need approval of the Parliament.How many statements given above are correct?
   • AOnly one
   • BOnly two
   • CAll three
   • DNone
   Answer: (B) Only two
   Explanation

   Option b is the correct India the executive powers of the Union shall be vested President and shall be exercised by him either directly the officers subordinate to him in accordance l and 2 are head of State, the President is the supreme the Armed Forces of India and is entitled to or conclude a treaty. The President can declare conclude peace, on the advice of the Union Council headed by the Prime Minister. He also chiefs of the service branches of the armed 3 is international treaties and agreements are negotiated on behalf of the President. However, in negotiations are usually carried out by the along with his Cabinet. Also, such treaties to the approval of the Parliament. The India in international forums and affairs a function is chiefly ceremonial

10. #90Practice set
    Which one of the following statements is correct regarding the process to create a new district in our country?
    • AStates can create new district afler Llie resolution by state legislative assembly and subsequent ratification by the President of India
    • BIn order to create a new district in a state, legislation is made by the Parliament of India
    • CStates can create new districts by executive action or passing a law in the State Assembly
    • DIt is mandatory to seek approval of the union Home Ministry for creation of new district in any state in India
    Answer: (C) States can create new districts by executive action or passing a law in the State Assembly
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct power to create new districts or alter or abolish rests with the State governments. This can done through an executive order or by passing a law State Assembly. Many States prefer the executive route issuing a notification in the official has no role to play in the alteration of creation of new ones. States are free to decide. comes into the picture when a State wants to name of a district or a railway station. The as the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Intelligence of Posts, Geographical Survey of India the Railway Ministry, provides their clearance to of state government. After examination of state government receives a no-objection certificate

11. #91Practice set
    Consider the following statements with respect to the Padma Awards: 1. These awards are considered as 'title' for the purpose of article 18 of the Constitution of India. 2. The Padma Awards Committee is headed by the President of India. 3. Any citizen of India can send recommendations for nominations. 4. All Government servants are eligible for Padma Awards.How many statements given above are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • COnly three
    • DAll four
    Answer: (A) Only one
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct l is incorrect: In Balaji Raghavan vs Union case, the supreme court of India held that 'the and the Padma awards cannot be categorized as they are not titles but merely an 2 is incorrect. The Padma Awards headed by the Cabinet Secretary and includes Secretary lo the President and four to six as members. The recommendations of the submitted to the Prime Minister and the President for 3 is correct. The nomination process is open to Even self-nomination can be made. The common citizens to submit nominations for The nominations, when invited, can be on the official Padma Awards website, 4 is incorrect. All persons without race, occupation, position or sex are eligible for However, Government servants including with PSUs, except doctors and scientists, are for these Awards

12. #92Practice set
    to the exceptions to equality under Article 14 of the Constitution, consider the following statements: 1. No civil proceedings can be instituted against the President during the term of office. 2. Laws made by the state for implementing the Directive Principles contained in Article 39 cannot be challenged on the ground that they are violative of Article 21. 3. The foreign ambassadors and diplomats enjoy immunity from both criminal and civil proceedings.How many statements given above are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (A) Only one
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct rule of equality before law is not absolute and there and other exceptions to l is incorrect: No criminal proceedings instituted or continued against the President or in any court during his term office. However can be instituted after the expiration of of delivery of notice. Thus, no civil the President or the Governor shall be his term of office in any court in respect of act him in his personal capacity, whether before or after upon his office, until the expiration of two after notice has been delivered to 2 is incorrect: Article 31-C is an exception 14. It provides that the laws made by the state the Directive Principles contained only (b) or clause (c) of Article 39 (and not 39) cannot be challenged on the ground that they of Article 14, not Article 3 is correct: The foreign sovereigns and diplomats enjoy immunity from and civil proceedings. The UNO and its t

13. #93Practice set
    Consider the following statements with reference to the Emergency provisions: 1. The President, can proclaim a national emergency only after receiving a written recommendation from the Prime Minister. 2. The President's rule can be declared by both the President and Governor.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 d is the correct Article 352, the President can declare a when the security of India or a part of it by war or external aggression or armed l is incorrect: The President, can national emergency only after receiving a from the cabinet. This means that can be declared only on the concurrence of and not merely on the advice of the prime 2 is incorrect: Centre takes over the a state under Article 356 in case of failure of constitutional machinery in state. This is popularly known as It is also known as 'State Emergency' or Article 356 empowers the President to issue if he is satisfied that a situation has which the government of a state cannot be carried on with the provisions of the Constitution. president can act either on a report of the governor state or otherwise too (i.e., even without the Governor is not the authority to declare it can only be proclaimed by President, hence Pre

14. #94Practice set
    Under which of the following circumstances, the imposition of President's Rule in a state under Article 356 would be considered proper? 1. When a constitutional direction of the Central government is disregarded by the state government. 2. When after general elections to the state assembly, no party secures a majority. 3. When the state government is deliberately acting against the Constitution and the law 4. When there is maladministration in the state or allegations of corruption against any state ministry.Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1 and 2 only
    • B1, 2 and 3 only
    • C1, 3 and 4 only
    • D1, 2, 3 and 4
    Answer: (B) 1, 2 and 3 only
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct Rule refers to the suspension of a and the imposition of direct rule of the central government takes direct control of the state and the Governor becomes overall incharge of It is also known as 'State Emergency' 1, 2 and 3 are 356 of the Constitution of India gives the India the power to impose this rule on a state on of Lhe Union Council of Ministers. The in Bommai case (1994) enlisted the situations exercise of power under Article 356 could be proper of President's Rule in a state would be proper following situations

15. #95Practice set
    Consider the following statements regarding the imposition of President's rule in a state: 1. The President's Rule in a state can be extended for an indefinite period, bul with the approval of Parliament every two months. 2. The President's Rule results in the executive and legislative powers of the state being assumed by the Centre.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 356 empowers the President to issue a he is satisfied that a situation has arisen in which of a state cannot be carried on in accordance provisions of the Constitution. This is popularly 'President's Rule'. It is also known as 'State Emergency' l is incorrect: President's Rule can be a maximum period of three years with the approval Parliament, every six months. m.Font Statement 2 is correct: During its operation, the is dismissed and the state legislature is or dissolved. The president administers the the governor and the Parliament makes laws for In brief, the executive and legislative powers of are assumed by the Centre

16. #96Practice set
    Which of the following can occur consequent to the proclamation of national emergency in India? 1. The President can either increase or reduce but cannot cancel the transfer of finances from Centre to the states. 2. The life of Lok Sabha can be extended beyond its normal term of five years. 3. The President can issue ordinances on the state subjects.Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1 only
    • B1 and 2 only
    • C2 and 3 only
    • D3 only
    Answer: (C) 2 and 3 only
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct Constitution envisages National emergency on the war or external aggression or armed rebellion (Article l is incorrect: While a proclamation of is in operation, the President can modify distribution of revenues between the the states. This means that the president can or cancel the transfer of finances from Centre states. Such modification continues till the end of year in which the Emergency ceases to every such order of the President has to be laid the Houses of 2 is correct: While a proclamation of is in operation, the life of the Lok Sabha extended beyond its normal term (five years) by a law for one year at a time (for any length of this extension cannot continue beyond a period months after the emergency has ceased to 3 is correct: While a proclamation of is in operation, the President can on the state subjects also, if the Parliament in a national emergency

17. #97Practice set
    With reference to the President's rule, which of the following statements are incorrect? 1. The Governor can authorize expenditure from the state consolidated fund pending its sanction by the Parliament. 2. The Parliament can be authorised to exercise the powers of the state legislature. 3. President's rule can be imposed in the NCT of Delhi under ArticleSelect the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1 only
    • B2 and 3 only
    • C1 and 3 only
    • D1, 2 and 3
    Answer: (C) 1 and 3 only
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct l is incorrect. During the President's the Lok Sabha is not in session, the President the Governor can authorize expenditure from the fund pending its sanction by the 2 is correct. When the President's Rule is a state, the President can declare that the powers of legislature are to be exercised by the He can take up the functions of the state government and powers vested in the governor or any other executive authority in the state. He can take all other necessary steps including the suspension of the constitutional provisions relating to any body or authority in the 3 is incorrect. In NCT of Delhi, President's applied on the basis of Article of the India (as the Article 356 is not applicable to

18. #98Practice set
    What are the effects of National Emergency on various aspects of Indian federal polity? 1. The Parliament can delegate the power to make laws on State subjects to any specified authority. 2. The President can cancel the transfer of finances from Centre to the States. 3. The President can extend the life of a State Legislative Assembly beyond its normal term.Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • C1 and 3 only
    • D2 and 3 only
    Answer: (B) 2 only
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct l is incorrect. During a national emergency, can make laws on the subjects enumerated in List only by itself, that is, it cannot delegate the any other body or authority. During President's rule can delegate the power to make laws for the the President or to any other authority specified by 2 is correct. While a proclamation of is in operation, the President can modify distribution of revenues between the the states. This means that the president can or cancel the transfer of finances from Centre states. Such modification continues till the end of year in which the Emergency ceases to every such order of the President has to be laid the Houses of 3 is incorrect. While a proclamation of is in operation, the life of the state may be extended beyond its normal term by a law of Parliament for one year at a time length of time). However, this extension cannot a period

19. #99Practice set
    V-lith reference to the imposition of President's Rule in a state, consider the following statements: 1. It can be imposed if a state fails to comply with the directions given to it by the Union government. 2. It must be approved by Parliament within two months from the date of its proclamation. 3. A resolution approving the proclamation of President's Rule requires only a simple majority in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. 4. The 44th Amendment Act provides some conditions for its extension beyond one year.How many of the above given statements is/ are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • COnly three
    • DAll four Prndicebook
    Answer: (D) All four Prndicebook
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct l is correct: Article 365 says that whenever fails to comply with or to give effect to any the Centre, it will be lawful for the President to a situation has arisen in which the government of cannot be carried on in accordance with the the Constitution. And President rule can be iinposed 2 is correct: A proclamation imposing must be approved by both the Houses of two months from the date of its 3 is correct: Every resolution approving of President's Rule or its continuation passed by either House of Parliament only by a that is, a majority of the members of that and 4 is correct: The 44th Amendment Act of that, beyond one year, the President's Rule can by six months at a time only when the conditions are fulfilled: a proclamation of should be in operation in the whole of in the whole or any part of the state; and the must certify that the general elections to asse

20. #100Practice set
    With reference to the effects of President's rule in India, consider the following statements: 1. The President can take powers vested in the Governor or any other executive authority in the state. 2. After the end of the President's rule, laws made by the President during the President's rule cannot be repealed or altered by the state legislature.Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • 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: The President can take up of the state government and powers vested in or any other executive authority in the 2 is incorrect: A law made by the President, or any other specified authority continues operative even after the President's Rule. This the period for which such a law remains in force is with the duration of the proclamation. can be repealed or altered or re-enacted by the

21. #101Practice set
    In order to extend the President's rule in a state beyond the period of one year, which of the following conditions must be satisfied? 1. A Proclamation of National Emergency is in operation in the whole or any part of the state. 2. The Election Commission certifies that elections cannot be conducted in the state on account of difficulties. 3. The state has been declared as a disturbed area by the Central Government.Select the correct answer from the code given below
    • A1 only
    • B2 and 3 only
    • C1 and 2 only
    • D1, 2 and 3
    Answer: (C) 1 and 2 only
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct 44th Amendment Act of 1978 introduced a new put restraint on the power of Parliament to extend of President's Rule beyond one year. Thus, that, beyond one year, the President's Rule can by six months at a time only when the conditions are l is correct: a proclamation of should be in operation in the whole of India, the whole or any part of the state; 2 is correct: The Election Commission that the general elections to the legislative assembly concerned state cannot be held on account of 3 is incorrect: 44th amendment act of only two conditions for extension of beyond one year of which declaring state as a (Done under Armed Force Special Power Act 1958) central Government is not a valid condition

22. #102Practice set
    The ratification by half of the States is required to amend which of the following provisions in the Constitution? 1. Election of the President and its manner. 2. Power of Parliament to amend the Constitution and its procedure. 3. Directive Principles of State Policy. 4. Creation of all-India service.Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1 and 2 only
    • B1, 2 and 3 only
    • C1, 3 and 4 only
    • D1, 2, 3 and 4
    Answer: (A) 1 and 2 only
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct 1 and 2 are correct. Those provisions of which are related to the federal the polity can be amended by a special majority of and also with the consent of half of the by a simple majority. The following be amended in this way: Election of the President and its manner. Extent of the executive power of the Union and the states. Supreme Court and high courts. Distribution of legislative powers between the Union and the states. Any of the lists in the Seventh Schedule. Representation of states in Parliament. Power of Parliament to amend the Constitution and its procedure (Article 368 itself). Statement 3 is incorrect. DPSP can be amended by majority in the 4 is incorrect. No ratification by half the needed for the creation of any All-India services

23. #103Practice set
    Consider the following the Parliamentary and the Presidential Systems: 1. The Presidential system provides for more stable govermnenl whereas the eovernment in a Parliamentary system is comparatively less stable. 2. The cabinet in Parliamentary system comprises of members of legislature whereas the cabinet in Presidential system comprises of members not from the legislature.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

    E.tp) Option c Is the 1 is correct. The parliamentary system does a stable government. There is no guarantee that can survive its tenure. Presidential system other hand establishes a stable executive which depend upon the fluctuating will of the system is more stable than as coalition governments in latter can collapse in Indian experience. r Prn Statement 2 is con-ect. The elected members of can become a part of the cabinet in the other hand, the members of the cabinet system serve at the pleasure of the are appointed independently by the president not the members of the legislature. E.g., in the the members of the President's cabinet cannot of the legislative branch

24. #104Practice set
    Consider the following statements: 1. Kitchen Cabinet is formed by the opposition party to prepare its members for future ministerial office. 2. The institution of Kitchen Cabinet is limited to Parliamentary form of Government in Britain only.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 d is the correct cabinet is a body of high-ranking state officials, of the executive branch's top leaders. a cabinet are usually called cabinet ministers or secretaries 1 Statement 1 is incorrect: Kitchen cabinet" is a a President's or Prime Minister's informal circle as opposed to the official members of his informal body consists of the Prime Minister and four influential colleagues in whom he has faith and he can discuss every problem. It advises the on important political and administrative assists him in making crucial decisions. It is not only cabinet ministers but also outsiders like family members of the prime 2 is incorrect: The phenomenon of (where decisions are cooked and placed cabinet for formal approval) is not unique to also exists in USA (Presidential Form of India and is quite powerful in influencing the era of Indira Gandhi, the 'Inner Cabinet' to be called the '

25. #105Practice set
    Consider the following statements about the comparison the Presidential form of Government the Parliamentary form of Government? 1. The Executive is responsible to the legislature in Parliamentary form of government and not in Presidential form of government. 2. Unlike in Parliamentary system, President cannot dissolve the lower house under Presidential system. 3. In both Parliamentary system and Presidential system, the governments can be removed through a vote of no- confidence.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option bis the correct answer Presidential system is also called a It refers to a system of governance in which is the Chief Executive and is elected directly people. Whereas, A Parliamentary form of to a system of governance in which the citizens to the legislative 1 is correct: The executive is accountable to in parliamentary form of government. presidential form of government, the executive is to the legislature. Powers are separated and the Executive and the Judiciary work 2 is correct: In parliamentary form the president can dissolve the lower house. presidential form. of government, the President the lower 3 is incorrect: President in Parliamentary a fixed tenure and cannot be removed by a vote of In a Parliamentary form of government, of the legislature and the executive are not If no confidence motion is passed in the house will be replaced with a new government. Tips Why India A

26. #106Practice set
    Which of the following is not a unitary feature of Indian federalism?
    • AAppointment of Governor
    • BAll India Services
    • CElection of President
    • DEmergency provisions
    Answer: (C) Election of President
    Explanation

    Option c.is the correct c is correct. The Constitution provides that be uniformity in the scale of representation of as well as parity between the states as a whole Union at the election of the President. Thus, President does not show any unitary bias. Important Tips The governor is appointed by the President who holds office during the pleasure of the President. The Centre exercises control over the states through the governor. This shows the unitary bias in Indian federalism. All India service officers are appointed by the centre and the centre also holds the power to dismiss them from services. But these officers for most part of their service works in the states. With states having very little power to control these officers it more often acts as a tension area in centre-state relations. It also reflects unitary bias of Indian Federalism. The Constitution stipulates three types of em

27. #107Practice set
    Consider the following statements with reference to mutual delegation of functions between Centre and states: 1. Centre can delegate both legislative and executive powers to the states. 2. Mutual delegation of administrative functions may be conditional or unconditional. 44. 3. President can delegate executive functions to the states without latter's consent. 4. State Legislature may, with the consent of the Central government, delegate to them any of the executive functions of the state.How many of the above statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • COnly three
    • DAll Four
    Answer: (A) Only one
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct 1 is incorrect. The distribution of between the Centre and the states are the Centre cannot delegate its to the states and a single state cannot Parliament to make a law on a state subject. provides for intergovernmental delegation functions between the Centre and the 2 is correct. The mutual delegation functions may be conditional 3 is incorrect. The Constitution also makes for the entrustment of the executive functions of the Centre to a state without the consent of that state. this case, the delegation is by the Parliament and not 4 is incorrect. Governor of a state may, consent of the Central government, entrust to any of the executive functions of the State Legislature cannot delegate executive the state to the central government

28. #108Practice set
    Consider the following statements: 1. A prior sanction of the President is needed to introduce a bill in the state legislature which imposes restrictions on the freedom of trade and commerce. 2. The President enjoys absolute veto over a state bill reserved by the governor for the president's consideration.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 l is correct. The Constitution empowers to exercise control over the state's Bills on certain matters, like imposing the freedom of trade and commerce, enumerated in List can be introduced in the state legislature only previous sanction of the 2 is correct. The governor can reserve certain bills passed by the state legislature for the consideration President. The president enjoys absolute veto over means that the President can withhold his assent to bill passed by the state legislature. The bill then ends not become an act

29. #109Practice set
    Consider the following statements with reference to the resolution passed by the Rajya Sabha to make laws to enumerated within the State List 1. Such a resolution lasts for six months at a time 2. A law so enacted can be amended or repealed only by the President.Which of the above given statements 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 Article 249, if the Rajya Sablv. passes a by 213rd of the members present and should make laws with respect to any within the State List, then the competent to make laws on that 1 is incorrect: Such a resolution normally one year at a time. It may be renewed any number but not exceeding one year at a 3 is incorrect: The law made by the the states' resolution can be amended or by the Parliament (not President) and not by of the concerned states

30. #110Practice set
    With reference to consequences emergency provisions on the legislative relations between centre and states, statements: 1. Upon proclamation of National emergency, the state legislatures are prohibited to make laws on matters related to state lists. 2. Laws made by the Parliament will continue to be operative even after revocation of the President's rule. 3. Upon proclamation of President's rule, generally the legislative power of states will be exercised by the President of India. 4. Upon proclamation of financial emergency, legislative power of states related to financial matters will be exercised by the Parliament.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • COnly three
    • DAll four k
    Answer: (A) Only one
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct answer 1 is incorrect: On the proclamation of power of state legislatures to make laws on is not restricted. It continues to have power along with 2 is correct: It is true that on revocation President's rule, a law made by the Parliament to prevail unless it is repealed by the assembly. In contrast, laws made by national emergency will cease to have any the expiration of 6 months after revocation of 3 is incorrect: On proclamation of the power of the state legislature cannot be exercised President but by the 4 is incorrect: On proclamation of Parliament cannot assume the power of however it empowers the Union government executive directions to any state to observe and to reduce the salaries and pensions employees of the state

31. #111Practice set
    Consider the following statements with reference to the impact on the state after the President's nde has been imposed: 1. President can take up all the powers of the Governor of the state. 2. President can suspend the State Legislative Assembly but cannot dissolve it. 3. President can declare that the powers of the state legislature are to be exercised b the Parliament.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • COnly three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct answer 1 is correct: The President acquires when the President's Rule is imposed in a state. take up the functions of the state government vested in the governor or any other in the 2 is incorrect: The President can do both i.e., either suspend or dissolve the state legislative state legislative assembly should be dissolved only Parliament has approved the presidential such approval is given, the president can only 3 is correct: The President can declare that of the state legislature are to be exercised by A law made by the Parliament or any other specified authority continues to be after the President's Rule

32. #112Practice set
    With reference to Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council, consider the following statements: I. The GST council is periodically constituted by the President of India as and when the issue arises related to GST. 2. The Union Finance Minister is the chairperson of the Council. 3. The decisions of the council are always based on consensus. 4. The recommendations given by the council are binding upon the state and centre.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • COnly three
    • DAll four
    Answer: (A) Only one
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct answer Goods Services Tax (GST) Council is a for making recommendations to the Union and on issues related to Goods and Service l is incorrect: The Goods Services Tax was established the President as per (l) of the Constitution. GST council is a and not constituted periodically like the 2 is correct: The Union Finance Minister is of this council. Members of this council Union Minister of State, in-charge of Revenue of the Minister of finance for state governments or Minister nominated by each State 3 is incorrect: Every decision of the GST taken at a meeting, by a majority of not less than of the weighted votes of the members present 4 is incorrect: The recommendations this council are not binding. Recently, supreme that recommendations of the Council as of a collaborative dialogue between the Union and it is not binding in nature. Important Tips Process of Decisi

33. #113Practice set
    In the context of inter-state trade and commerce, consider the following statements: 1. Article 301 declares that trade, commerce and intercourse throughout the territory of India shall be free. 2. State bills which impose restriction upon freedom of trade can be introduced in the legislature only with the previous sanction of the president. Vvhich of the statements given above is/are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2 HH
    Answer: (D) Neither 1 nor 2 HH
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct 30 of the Indian Constitution states the minorities to establish and administer It says: "All minorities, whether based or language, shall have the right to establish educational institutions of their 1 is incorrect. Any minority which seek recognition from the not aid from the state are subjected to of state with regard to syllabus prescription, discipline, sanitation etc. which recognition from the state nor aid from the manage their own affairs, but general laws, labour law, industrial law etc still apply to these 2 is incorrect. The RTE 2009 mandates schools to reserve 25 per cent seats to students weaker sections at the entry Supreme in for Un-Aided of Rajasthan v. Union of India held that the Children lo Free and Compulsory Jlducatlon Act, not applicable to unaided minority schools. Thus, not required to provide admission to children in the of 6-14 years up

34. #114Practice set
    Which of the following disputes are within the scope of the Inter-State council? 1. Disputes arising due to misuse of Article 2. Disputes between the states 3. Disputes due to delay in state Bills that are referred for President's considerationSelect the correct answer from the codes given below
    • A1 and 3 only
    • B1 and 2 only
    • C1, 2 and 3
    • D2 and 3 only
    Answer: (C) 1, 2 and 3
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct Inter State Council's function to enquire and inter-state disputes is complementary to the jurisdiction under Article 131 to decide a between the governments. The Council with any controversy whether legal or nonlegal, but is advisory unlike that of the court which gives l is correct. The Srinagar conclave of Council arrived at a consensus on misuse of Article 356. The ISC finally arrived at that the report of the National Commission the Working of the Constitution (NCRWC) implemented. The NCRWC clearly recommended Article 356 should not be deleted; but it must he and it should be used only as a remedy of the and after exhausting action under other Articles 257 and 2 is correct. The following disputes are within of Inter-state council It can enquire into and advise upon disputes which may arise between states It can investigate and discuss the common interest subj

35. #115Practice set
    With reference to 'Inter-State Council', consider the following statements: 1. As per the Constitution, only the Parliament of India is empowered to define the duties of an inter-state council. 2. Janata Dal Government established the Inter-State Council in 1990 on the recommendations of the Sarkaria Commission. 3. The council is a recommendatory body that is empowered to investigate and discuss subjects of common interest between Centre and states. 4. All the questions in the council are decided by consensus.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • COnly three
    • DAll four
    Answer: (C) Only three
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct answer 263 contemplates the establishment of an Council to effect coordination between the states Centre and states. Thus, the President can a council if at any time it appears to him that the would be served by ils 1 is incorrect: The president is empowered the duties of an inter-state council. He can define of duties to be performed by such a council and and 2 is correct: The Sarkaria Commission Relations (1983-87) made a strong case establishment of a permanent Inter-State Article 263 of the Constitution. It recommended differentiate the Inter-State Council from other under the same Article 263, it must be called Inter-Governmental Council. In pursuance of the of the Sarkaria Commission, the Government headed by V. P. Singh established Council in 3 is correct: The coundi is a on issues relating to inter-state, Centre-state territories 4 is correct: The Council

36. #116Practice set
    With reference to the landmark S. R. Bommai judgement (1994) of the Supreme Court, consider the following statements: 1. The court ruled that the validity of a proclamation of President's Rule is subject to judicial review Practkebook 2. It stated that the President's rule could be imposed if a state government acts against the secular character of the Constitution.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 l is cortect. The court said that the only President shall have unconditional powers to state government is when there is a complete constitutional machinery. The court also ruled that of a proclamalion of Rule is subj eel 2 is correct. The judgment also nature of the Constitution in the wake of the and said that a party cannot resort to the sake of gaining power and, if found to be religious politics, could be acted against using Article

37. #117Practice set
    With reference to Central Council of Ministers, consider the following statements: 1. The total number of ministers in the Council cannot exceed of the total strength of both houses of Parliament. 2. Every minister have the right to speak and take part in the proceedings of either House of Parliament. 3. The salaries and allowances of ministers are determined by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister.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 I is incorrect: The total number of the Prime Minister, in the Council of not exceed of the total strength of the Lok of total strength of Parliament). This added by the 91st Amendment Act of 2 is correct: Every minister shall have the right and take part in the proceedings of either House, sitting of the Houses and any Committee of which he may be named a lifl Statement 3 is incorrect: The salaries and ministers are determined by Parliament (not by from time to time. A minister gets the salary that are payable to a member of Parliament. Important Tips What is the 91st Amendment Act? The Constitution (91st Amendment) Act, 2003 inserted clause in Article 164, which says "the total number of Ministers, including the Chief Minister, in the Council of Ministers in a State shall not exceed of the total number of members of the Legislative Assembly of that State. It als

38. #118Practice set
    With referni ref, 1 ht' Minister in Indian Polity, ihe following 1. S/he the President regarding the summoning and proroguing of sessions of Parliament. 2. S/he has a duty to keep the President informed of the affairs related to Union administration. 3. S/he acts as the Suprerne Commander of the armed forces. ffow.many of the obove given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct l is correct: Among the various areas of are the responsibilities of the PM Parliament. He is the one who advises the President the dates on which the Parliament should be when its sessions should be 2 is correct: The Constitution (Article the PM as the channel which relays all regarding various aspects of the 3 is incorrect: The President acts as the of all the 3 wings of Indian armed forces

39. #119Practice set
    Which of the following of responsibility is enforced by the Constitution on the Council of Ministers? 1. Collective Responsibility 2. Individual Responsibility 3. Legal ResponsibilitySelect the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1, 2 and 3
    • B1 only
    • C2 and 3 only
    • D1 and 2 only
    Answer: (D) 1 and 2 only
    Explanation

    Option dis the correct l is correct: Article 75 states that the Ministers are collectively responsible to the Lok the Lok Sabha passes a no-confidence motion Council of Ministers, all the ministers have to those ministers who are from Rajya 2 is correct: Article 75 also contains principle responsibility. It states that ministers hold the pleasure of President. The President can minister only on the advice of Prime 3 is incorrect: In Britain, every order of the countersigned by a minister, thus making the responsible for the action. But in India, all issued in the name of the President, hence there is for legal Important Tips The Constitution does not provide for a system of ministerial legal responsibility in the states, as it does at the federal level. An order of the governor for a public act does not need to be countersigned by a minister. Furthermore, the courts are prohibited from i

40. #120Practice set
    According to the Constitution of India, the President of India can be removed from his office by a process of impeachment for
    • AConstitutional Misconduct of Grave Nature
    • BHolding any other office of profit under the Union Government
    • CViolation of the Constitution
    • DBeing an undischarged insolvent
    Answer: (C) Violation of the Constitution
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct President of India can be removed from office by of impeachment for 'violation of the Constitution does not define the meaning of the of the Constitution'. The impeachment charges initiated by either House of Parliament. These be signed by one-fourth members of the House the charges), and a 14 days' notice should be given President

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