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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. #161Practice set
   With regard to Indian Polity, which of the following statement correctly describes the 'principle of subsidiarity'?
   • AThe president shall act in accordance with the advice of the council of minister
   • BIssues should be decided at the lowest level that involves all those who are affected
   • CThe Union shall have over-riding power over the States to protect national interest
   • DThe constitution of India has certain features which cannot be altered by the parliament
   Answer: (B) Issues should be decided at the lowest level that involves all those who are affected
   Explanation

   Option b is the correct principle of subsidiarity demands that a central have a subsidiary function. It should perform tasks which cannot be performed at the local level. implies that every issue should be decided at level that involves all those who are affected

2. #162Practice set
   Consider the following statements regarding the Union Territories in India: 1. A Union Territory is administered by the President through an administrator appointed by him/her. 2. The President can appoint the Governor of a state as the administrator of an adjoining union territory. ND. 3. The President can specify the designation of the administrator of the Union Territory.How many of the above given statements are correct?
   • AOnly one
   • BOnly two
   • CAll three
   • DNone
   Answer: (C) All three
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct 239 to 241 in Part VIII of the Constitution deal union territories. Even though all the union to one category, there is no uniformity in l is correct.: Every union territory is the President acting through an administrator him. An administrator of a union territory is an the President and not head of state like a 2 is correct: The President can appoint of a state as the administrator of an territory. In that capacity, the governor is to of his council of 3 is correct. The President can specify of an administrator; it may be or Chief Commissioner or present, it is Lieutenant Governor in the case of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Jammu and Ladakh and Administrator in the case Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu

3. #163Practice set
   Consider the following statements regarding Union Territories (UTs) of Delhi and Puducherry: 1. Legislative Assemblies of both the UTs can make laws on any subject of the State List and the Concurrent List. 2. Lieutenant Governor of Delhi and Puducherry both are guided only by the Government of Union Territories Act, 1963.Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
   • 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. The US President is both the the State and Head of the Government, whereas the is only the head of the State. President of the US Practkebook the real executive. Indian President like the British only a titular 2 is correct. The US president is not part of and is not responsible to the legislatures. is an integral part of the Parliament. In India, includes the President and the two houses and Rajya Sabha. Important Tips American President holds the office for 4 years and he can seek re-election only once, while the Indian president holds the office for 5 years and is eligible for re-election any number of times

4. #164Practice set
   Consider the following statements with reference to the special provisions regarding Manipur: 1. The President can create a committee of the Manipur Legislative Assembly consisting of the members elected from the Hill Areas of the Manipur. 2. It is the responsibility of Governor to submit an annual report regarding the administration of the hill areas of Manipur to the President.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 3 71 to 3 71- J in Part XXI of the constitution provisions for twelve states viz., Maharashtra, Assam, Manipur, Andhra Pradesh, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, Goa and l is correct: Article 371-C makes the for Manipur to meet the aspirations of the backward regions of the states. Under article 371-C is authorized to provide for the creation of of the Manipur Legislative Assembly the members elected from the Hill Areas of the President can direct that the Governor shall have to secure the proper functioning of 2 is correct: Under article 371-C the responsibility to submit an annual report to regarding the administration of the Hill Manipur. The Central Government can give directions State Government as to the administration of the

5. #165Practice set
   With reference to 'Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities', consider the following statements: 1. Originally, the Constitution of India did not make any provision with respect to the Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities. 2. Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities is appointed by Central government after consuitation with the states. 3. The Office of the Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities falls under the ambit of Union Ministry of Home Affairs.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 Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities is post created under Article 350 B of the l is correct: The Constitution of did not make any provision with the Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities. States Reorganisation Commission (1953-55) made in this regard. Accordingly, the Amendment Act of 1956 inserted a 350-B in Part XVII of the 2 is incorrect: Special Officer for is appointed by the President of does not specify the qualifications, and allowances, service conditions and removal of the Special Officer for Linguistic 3 is incorrect; This constitutional body of for Linguistic Minorities falls under the Ministry Affairs (Not Home Ministry). The Special the annual reports along with other reports to of India through the Union Minister of

6. #166Practice set
   Which among the following is not the function of the Election Commission of India?
   • AAct as a court for settling disputes related to allotment of election symbols to political parties
   • BAppoint officers for inquiring into disputes relating to electoral arrangements
   • CAdvise the governor regarding disqualifications matters of the members of state legislature
   • DSuperintendence of all elections-related matter to a Municipal Corporation
   Answer: (D) Superintendence of all elections-related matter to a Municipal Corporation
   Explanation

   Option dis the correct in a, c is correct. The powers and the Election Commission with regard to elections to state legislatures and offices of President President includes: To act as a court for settling disputes related to granting of recognition to political parties and allotment of election symbols to them. To appoint officers for inquiring into disputes relating to electoral arrangement To advise the governor on matters relating to the. disqualifications of the members of state dis incorrect. The superintendence, direction of the preparation of electoral rolls and the all elections to the municipalities shall be vested in election commission. The state legislature may with respect to all matters relating to elections municipalities

7. #167Practice set
   Consider the following statements regarding the Constitutional provisions related to immunity: 1. The Constitution confers the civil servants personal immunity from legal liability for official contracts. 2. The Constitution confers immunity to the President of India only with regard to his official acts. Practkebook !QJ ntuinl- NANCEWhich 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 Statement l is correct. Under the Constitution, the are conferred personal immunity from for official contracts. This means that the who made a contract in his official capacity is liable in respect of that contract but it is (Central or state) that is liable for the 2 is incorrect. The Constitution confers to the president of India and governor with regard to their official acts and personal Official Acts: - The president and the governors cannot be sued during the term of their office or thereafter, for any act done by them in the exercise and performance of their official powers and Personal Acts: - No criminal proceedings can be started against the president and the governors in respect of their personal acts nor can they be arrested or imprisoned

8. #168Practice set
   With reference to the Attorney General of India, consider the following statements: 1. The term of his/her office is fixed at five years by the Constitution itself. 2. enjoys all the privileges and immunities that are available to a Member of Parliament. 3. She/He is debarred from private practice while she/he is working for the Government. 4. Unlike Advocate General of a state, a person who is an 'eminent jurist' in the opinion of the President can be appointed as Attorney General.How many statements given above are correct?
   • AOnly one
   • BOnly two
   • COnly three
   • DAll four
   Answer: (B) Only two
   Explanation

   Option bis the correct Constitution of India under Article 76 has provided office of the Attorney General for India. He is the officer in the l is incorrect - The term of office of the AG fixed by the 2 is correct - There has been several privileges to him for smooth functioning. He enjoys right in all courts in territory of India. Also, he has speak and take part in the proceedings of both the joint sitting or any committee but without a right to he enjoys all the privileges and immunities the Member of 3 is incorrect. Attorney General is not a for the Government. He does not fall in the government servants thus he is not debarred from 4 is correct. A person who is an 'eminent jurist' opinion of the President can be appointed as an but not as an advocate general of a state. Important Tips The Constitution does not contain the procedure and grounds for his removal. He holds office during

9. #169Practice set
   Consider the following statements with reference to the l 02 nd Amendment act: 1. The 102nd Amendment Act of 2018 of the Indian Constitution gave the National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) a constitutional validity. 2. The President of India has the authority to declare a caste as a socially and Educationally Backward Class. 3. The NCBC consists of Chairperson, Vice-chairperson and five more members who will be nominated by the Central Government.How many statements given above are correct?
   • AOnly one
   • BOnly two
   • CAll three
   • DNone
   Answer: (B) Only two
   Explanation

   Option b is the correct l is correct. The 102nd gave constitutional status to the of Backward Classes, and its weakened state governments' authority to classes and provide them with reservation 2 is correct. The President of India has to declare a caste as a Socially and Class (SEBC), and the Parliament has to alter the 3 is incorrect. National Commission Classes, which will be responsible for the educational needs of the socially and The commission consists of and three more members who will by the President. Important Tips Articles and of the Indian Constitution were added as a result of 102 nd constitutional amendment. The National Commission for Backward Classes' structure, tasks, and powers are outlined in Article

10. #170Practice set
    With reference to the National Human Rights Commission, consider the following statements: 1. Only a retired Chief Justice of Tnclia can become the chairperson of the commission. 2. The term of office of members is three years or 70 years of age, whichever is earlier. 3. Its members are not eligible for further employment under the Central or a state government after their tenure. GHow many statements given above are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (A) Only one
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct 1 is correct. The President holds office for a five years from the date on which he enters upon However, he can resign from his office at any addressing the resignation letter to the Vice he can also be removed from the office of his term by the process of 2 is incorrect. The President can hold his term of five years until his successor He is also eligible for re-election to that office. be elected for any number of terms. However, in USA, cannot be elected to the office of the President twice

11. #171Practice set
    Consider the following statements with reference to the Lokpal and Lokayukta: 1. There is no uniformity of powers of Lokayukta of different states. 2. Lokpal cannot Suo motu proceed against any public servant. 3. The Prime Minister has been kept completely outside the purview of the Lokpal.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 Lokpal and Lokayukta Act, 2013 provided for of Lokpal for the Union and States. The Act allows setting up of called Lokpal at the Centre and Lokayukta at perform the function of an inqui, into allegations of corruption against functionaries and for related matters. Statement 1 is correct: As per the Lokpal and 2013, every state has the autonomy to frame their thus the Lokayukta's powers vary from state to various aspects, such as tenure, and the need for prosecute officials. Some states such as Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra have Lokayukta as well as Up-Lokayukta, while some have created only the 2 is correct: Unless a complaint has been cannot Suo motu proceed against any As per the Lokpal Act, the "complaint" means made in such form as may be prescribed, a public servant has committed an offence the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. Lokpal includes Group A, C

12. #172Practice set
    Consider the following statements: 1. The size of council of ministers cannot exceed to of total Lok Sabha members. 2. A Member of Parliament if disqualified under 10th schedule shall also be disqualified from any remunerative political posts. 3. The President can remove a minister even while Council of Ministers enjoys the confidence of the Lok Sabha.How many of the above-given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (C) All three
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct Amendment Act, 2003 introduced with the limit the size of council of ministers, to debar strengthen the anti-defection 1 is correct: 91st Amendment Act 2003, IA to article provision restricted the size of of ministers to of total strength of Lok including the prime minister. Prior to this, had discretion of appointing anyone to the minister, hence making large sized cabinets and on public 2 is correct: Article 361-B A member of a to any political party when disqualified of defection disqualifies for the remunerative It includes office under centre or state salary is paid out of public exchequer or office of wholly or partially owned by such 3 is correct: Article 75 of the Indian the principle of responsibility. that the ministers hold offkr the the President, which means that the President a minister even at a time whim the COM confidence of the Lok Sabha, However

13. #173Practice set
    Consider the following statements: 1. The President can specify any caste as 'Scheduled Caste' after consulting the governor of the state concerned. 2. The Parliament of India by law can exclude any caste from the list of the 'Scheduled Castes'.Which of the statements given above is/arc 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 President of India has the specify any caste or tribe as Scheduled Caste or respectively under Article 341 ( President issues the notification for specifying as Scheduled caste after consulting the the state concerned. The President have issued specifying the SCs and STs in different states territories and these have also been amended by Constitution does not specify the castes or tribes to be called the SCs or the STs. It leaves to the power to specify as to what castes or tribes in each union territory are to be treated as the SCs and 2 is correct. Under Article 341 (2), of India by law nm indmk ur groups from the list of the Any inclusion or exclusion of any caste or Presidential notification can be clone only by and not by a subsequent Presidential notification

14. #174Practice set
    Consider the following statements with reference to the Specification of Classes: 1. The Constitution specifies the castes or tribes which are to be called the SCs or the STs and Other Backward Classes (OBCs). 2. President issues orders specifying the SCs and STs in different states and union territories. 3. Any inclusion in or exclusion from the Central List of SC/ST specified can be done by the President only.How many statements given above are correct?
    • AOnly One
    • BOnly Two
    • CAll Three
    • DNone
    Answer: (A) Only One
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct castes and scheduled castes and scheduled those castes or tribes as the President may by Articles 341 and 342 of the Constitution of as to who would be Scheduled Castes and with respect to any State or Union l is incorrect: The Constitution does not castes or tribes which are to be called the SCs or It Lu llie President the power to specify as to or tribes in each state and union territory are to as the SCs and STs. Thus, the lists of the SCs or from state to state and union territory to union Similarly, the constitution has not specified the classes who are to be called the socially and classes, also known as Other Backward 2 is correct: In case of the states, the the notification after consulting the governor of concerned. But, any inclusion or exclusion of any tribe from Presidential notification can be done only by and not by a subsequent Presidential have iss

15. #175Practice set
    Which of the following the special directives the protection of linguistic minorities in India? 1. Every State should provide adequate facilities for instruction in the mother tongue at the primary stage of education. 2. The President of India appoints a Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities to investigate all matters relating to their safeguard. 3. The Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities permits the linguisti minorities in states to establish and administer the educational institutions.Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • 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 to the Report of the National Commission and Linguistic Minorities, the linguistic of a community is determined by numerical status in a state, and possessing a l is correct. The Seventh Act, 1956 inserted Artide-350 A to Constitution that every State and of every within the State should provide adequate instruction in the mother-tongue at the primary education to children belonging to linguistic and the President can issue directions to any State considers necessary or proper for securing the such 2 is correct. According to of Constitution, there shall be a Special Officer minorities to be appointed by the President The Special Officer investigates all matters relating safeguards provided for linguistic minorities and the President upon those matters from time to time as directs. The President lays the reports before of Parliament, and sent to the Governments of

16. #176Practice set
    With reference to Citizens' Charter in India, consider the following statements: 1. Citizen's charters are not legally enforceable documents. 2. In India, for the first time, the Citizens' Charter was proposed in the report of 2 nd Administrative Reforms Commission. 3. At the central level, the task of coordinating and operationalizing of Citizen's Charters are vested with the Ministry of Home Affairs.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 Charters initiative is a response to the quest the problems which a citizen encounters, day out, while dealing with the organizations services. The concept of Citizens' Charter trust between the service provider and its l is correct: Citizen's charters are not documents. They are just guidelines to delivery to Statement 2 is incorrect: In a Conference of Chief various States and Union Territories held on 24 May New Delhi, presided over by the Prime Minister of 'Action Plan for Effective and Responsive the Centre and State levels was adopted. One of the at that Conference was that the Central and would formulate Citizens' Charters, those sectors that have a large public interface. was constituted in the year of 2005; hence the Citizens' Charter was prominent in India even before of the 2nd 3 is incorrect: Department of and Public Grievances in Government of Lhe Las

17. #177Practice set
    Consider the following statements with reference to the Coalition Governments: 1. In India, the first coalition government at the Centre was formed by Janta Party in 1977. 2. To be called as a coalition, it must have at least three political parties as partners. 3. A coalition government always works on the basis of a common minimum programme.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 term 'coalition' is derived from the Latin word means 'to grow together'. Thus, technically, the act of uniting parts into one body or coalition means an alliance of distinct l is correct: First coalition government at Centre was formed by Janta Party in 1977. a historic year in Indian Politics, which gave India Coalition government, that too formed by Parties. Prime Minister Morarji Desai was Non-Congress Prime Minister during the period 1977 to June 2 is incorrect: Coalitions usually occur parliaments when no single political party can muster a majority of votes. Two or more parties, who elected members between them to form a proceed to form a government. Thus, a coalition existence of at least two (not three) 3 is incorrect: The keynote of coalition generally compromise. A coalition government work on the basis of a common but it is not necessarily true always.

18. #178Practice set
    Consider the following statements with reference to the National Integration Council: 1. It is neither a constitutional nor a statutory body. n 2. It is chaired by the President of India. 3. Meetings of the national integration council are mandatorily convened biennially. 4. The representatives of industry, business and trade unions are also included as the members of council.How many of the above-given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • COnly three
    • DAll four
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option bis the correct objectives of the National Integration Council (Niare unity in diversity, freedom of religions, justice-social-economic and political, and all l is correct: National Integration Council a Constitutional body nor a Statutory body. It extra-constitutional body. The National (Niwas constituted in 1961 at a national 'unity in diversity' convened by the Central New 2 is incorrect: National integration council by the Prime minister of India (and not by of Indiit is consisted of the prime minister central home minister, chief ministers of leaders of political parties, the chairman of the educationists, the commissioner for SCs and STs other persons nominated by the prime 3 is incorrect: Meetings of the council are convened as per requirement to time. There is no regular or specified time convening meetings of the national integration 4 is correct: In 1968, the Central the

19. #179Practice set
    Consider the following statements regarding the post-independence partition of Punjab into the states of Punjab and Haryana: 1. The Punjab Suba Movement demanded a separate state of Punjab for the Punjabi speaking people. 2. The Das Commission ( 1961) advocated for the partition of Punjab on the basis of language. 3. The division of Punjab came into effect during the Prime Ministership of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru.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 correct: The Punjab Suba Movement was agitation demanding a separate state of Punjab for the Punjabi speaking people. It was primarily led by Akali Dal under the leadership of Master and Sant Fateh 2 is incorrect: Due to the ongoing agitation separate state, the Central Government had three-member commission chaired by S.R. Das in address Sikh grievances. Akali Dal objected to as well as scope of the Commission. It did its case to the Commission. Das Commission the idea of a separate state for the Punjabi The Commission observed that Sikhs in been adequately represented in the Government other public services. The Commission also held case ot discrimination againsl Sikhs in Punjab has 3 is incorrect: The division of Punjab came in November 1966 during the Prime Ministership Gandhi with the passage of Punjab Act created two new states - Punjab The hill areas w

20. #180Full-length test
    With reference to elections in India, consider the following statements: 1. Anti Defection Law does hot apply to legislative members voting against party directions in the President of India's election. 2. None of the Above (NOTA) options is not available to members voting in both Rajya Sabha as well as State Legislative Council elections.Which of the statement/s 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: The Provisions of Anti does not apply to the President of India's 2 is correct: The Supreme Court in 2018 said of The.Above (NOTA). option will not be applicable ballot option in the Rajya Sabha

21. #181Full-length test
    Consider the following statements regarding different aspects of the Indian judicial system: 1. A 'transit anticipatory bail' is granted by a Court not having jurisdiction over the place where the offence was committed. 2. A 'curative petition' cannot be filed once the 'mercy petition' is rejected by the President of India 3. A 'split verdict' is essentially undecided cases which are heard all over again by a larger Bench.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 1 is correct: A transit bail is a bail a Court not having jurisdiction over the. was committed. Once an arrestee is arrest in another State, the arrestee can apply for 8: bail. This concept of transit bail is ifi in Indian law but has evolved through judicial 2 is incorrect: A curative petition may once the review petition, or the mercy petition dismissed by the Court or the President/ 3 is correct: Split verdicts are cases which will to be allocated by the and heard all over again by a larger Bench with number of Judges. It can only happen when the an even number of judges

22. #182Full-length test
    Consider the following statements about the term 'Spoils System': 1. It is a patronage system where a political party winning an election rewards its campaign workers by appointing them to government posts. 2. The Indian Constitution does not contain any provisions to restrict the 'spoils system'. 3. The Presidential form of Government in United States of America more likely to face adverse consequences of spoils system than the Indian Parliamentary System.How many of the a,ave given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct 1 is correct: spoils system, also called is a practice in which the election, reward its campaign workers and other by appointment to government posts and 2 is incorrect: The Indian provisions to avoid undesirable 'spoils Constitution mandates (Article President Public Service Commission in matters relating to of officials, except in certain specified have to be members of either of the two Parliament to continue office for more than 6 Indian Constitution contains provisions to restrict the undesirable ispoils 3 is correct: In United States, President is to appoint various persons for the key government services positions. These persons need be members of either House of the US Congress. In 20 per cent of the federal civil offices are filled in by without consulting the Civil Service as a reward for party allegiance. On the other stated in the above paragraph, in

23. #183Full-length test
    Consider the following statements regarding the Central Council of Local Government: 1. It is constituted by an order of the President of India. 2. It deals only with the matters relating to Urban Local Government. 3. The council is headed by the Prime Minister of India.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 answer 1 is correct: The Central Council of was set up in 1954. It was constituted 263 of the Constitution of India by an order of of 2 is correct: Originally, it was known as Council of Local Self-Government. However, 'self-government' was found to be superfluous was replaced by the term 'government' in the 1958, it dealt with both urban as well as rural but after 1958 it dealt with matters of government 3 is incorrect: The Council is an It consists of the Minister for Urban the Government of India and the ministers for in states. The union minister for acts as the Chairman of the Council

24. #184Full-length test
    With reference to the responsibilities of 'Ministers in States' in India, consider the following statements: 1. Under collective responsibility it is the duty of every minister to stand by the cabinet decisions in the states. 2. Constitution of India provides for the legal responsibility of individual ministers regarding the executive actions in the states. 3. Each minister should communicate to the Governor their respective decisions in the council of ministers meeting.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 1 is correct: The principle of is an important feature of the in India. It means that every minister is the decisions taken by the council of ministers, and support and defend those decisions. It is the every minister to stand by the cabinet decisions them both within and outside the state any minister disagrees with a cabinet decision and is to defend it, he must 2 is incorrect: The orders of India are not countersigned by any Also, are barred from enquiring into the of by ministers to the President/governvr. Hence, that ministers are not legally responsible for Ensuring freedom of operation for the one reason for avoiding this 3 is incorrect: It is the duty of Chief Minister to the governor of the state all decisions council of ministers relating to the administration of of the state and proposals for legislation

25. #185Full-length test
    Which one of the following statements is correct with reference to the election of President of India?
    • AAll the members of the parliament are part of the electoral college in the election
    • BValue of vote of each Member of Parliament from both the Houses are same
    • CTotal value of votes for each state is same
    • DAll doubts and disputes with respect to the election are inquired into by the High Court
    Answer: (B) Value of vote of each Member of Parliament from both the Houses are same
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct a is incorrect: The President of India is elected of electoral college, consisting of

26. #186Full-length test
    Consider the following statements: 1. The Cabinet Secretariat and Prime Minister's Office (PMO) are statutory bodies of Government of India. 2. The Cabinet Secretariat functions directly under the Home Minister whereas the PMO functions directly under the Prime Minister.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2 mllll
    Answer: (A) 1 only
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct to Article 160 of the Indian Constitution, can make such provision as he thinks fit for of the functions of the Governor of a State in not mentioned in the Constitution of India

27. #187Full-length test
    Consider the following statements with respect to pardoning powers of President of USA and President of India: 1. Both the Presidents have the power to grant pardon for both federal crimes as well as state crimes. 2. Unlike President of India, President of USA can exercise his power without any restriction. { } 3. Pardoning power for both Presidents is provided through their respective constitutions.How many of the above statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct 1 is incorrect: In USA the president's only applies to federal crimes and not state pardoned by the President can still be tried under of individual states. Whereas in India, even if a state for the death penalty, the President, not the the authority to grant a 2 is correct: The President of India cannot power of pardon independent of the several cases, the Supreme Court (SC) has ruled President has to act on the advice of the Council while deciding mercy pleas. Whereas, the Court has held that this power is granted cannot be restricted by Congress is not answerable for his pardons, and does to provide a reason for issuing 3 is correct: Under Article 72 of the the President shall have the power to reprieves, respites or remissions of punishment suspend, remit or commute the sentence of any of any offence where the sentence is a sentence Whereas, Article II, Sectio

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