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These multiple-choice questions (MCQs) are designed to enhance your knowledge and understanding in the following areas: General Knowledge (GK) , Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) , Indian Administrative Service (IAS) .
| 251. |
In which year did the State Jharkhand come into existence'? |
| A. | 1998 |
| B. | 1999 |
| C. | 2000 |
| D. | 2001 |
| Answer» C. 2000 | |
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Explanation: The 28th state of the Indian Union was brought into existence by the Bihar reorganization Act on November 15, 2000. The birth anniversary of the legendary Bhagwan Birsa Munda. Jharkhand is famous for its rich mineral resources like Uranium, Mica, Bauxite, Granite, Gold, Silver, Graphite, Magnetite, Dolomite, Fireclay, Quartz, Fieldspar, Coal (32% of India), Iron, Copper (25%of India) etc. Forests and woodlands occupy more than 29% of the state which is amongst the highest in India. |
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| 252. |
The method of amending the Constitution by popular veto is found In – |
| A. | Britain |
| B. | Switzerland |
| C. | Russia |
| D. | India |
| Answer» B. Switzerland | |
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Explanation: Switzerland has made provisions for referendums or popular votes on laws and constitutional decrees or issues on which citizens are asked to approve or reject by a yes or a no. The Swiss Federal Constitution 1891 permits a certain number of citizens to make a request to amend a constitutional article, or even to introduce a new article into the constitution. |
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| 253. |
The idea of concurrent list in the Indian Constitution has been borrowed from - |
| A. | USA |
| B. | Switzerland |
| C. | Australia |
| D. | U.S.S.R. |
| Answer» C. Australia | |
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Explanation: The ides of concurrent list, provision regarding trade, commerce and intercourse, languages of preamble have been borrowed from Australia. |
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| 254. |
The idea of the Directive Principles of state policy in the Indian Constitution has been taken from the Constitution of - |
| A. | Ireland |
| B. | Canada |
| C. | South Africa |
| D. | Australia |
| Answer» A. Ireland | |
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Explanation: DPSP in Indian constitution has been taken from Ireland. |
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| 255. |
How many times can the President of India seek re-election to his post? |
| A. | Once |
| B. | 2 times |
| C. | 3 times |
| D. | Any numbers of time |
| Answer» D. Any numbers of time | |
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Explanation: There is no restriction liar President of India seeking for re-election. |
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| 256. |
Which article of the Constitution of India deals with the `Right to Constitutional Remedies'? |
| A. | Article 19 |
| B. | Article 14 |
| C. | Article 21 |
| D. | Article 32 |
| Answer» D. Article 32 | |
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Explanation: (Article 32 of the Constitution of India deals with the 'Right to Constitutional Remedies'. Remedies for enforcement of rights conferred by this Part). The constitution of Indiaprovides the right of freedom in article 19 — 22. Article 19 guarantees the 'Freedom of speech' and 'expression' as one of its six freed. Article 21 A states that the state shall provide free and compulsory education to all children of age 6 - 14 years. Article 14 provides 'right to Equality'. Equality before law, abolition of untouchability 'prohibition of discrimination on ground' of religion, caste, sector, place of birth are the major aspects of Article 14. |
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| 257. |
Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with centre-state financial relations? |
| A. | Part XV |
| B. | Part XIV |
| C. | Part XII |
| D. | Part X |
| Answer» C. Part XII | |
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Explanation: Part XII of the Indian Constitution deals with centre-state financial relations. Part XV deals with Election Commission of India. In part XIV services under the union and the states, Public Service Commissions are mentioned. Part X includes article 244 — 244A and is about administration of scheduled areas and tribal areas. |
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| 258. |
Who among the following Indian Prime Ministers could not vote for himself during the 'Vote of Confidence' that he was seeking from the Lok Sabha? |
| A. | VP Singh |
| B. | PV Narasimha Rao |
| C. | Chandra Sekhar |
| D. | Manmohan Singh |
| Answer» D. Manmohan Singh | |
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| 259. |
The Council of Minsters is collectively responsible to which of the following? |
| A. | Prime Minister |
| B. | President |
| C. | Rajya Sabha |
| D. | Lok Sabha |
| Answer» D. Lok Sabha | |
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Explanation: Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to Lok Sabha or lower house |
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| 260. |
Which of the following rights is not granted by the Constitution of India at present as a fundamental right? |
| A. | Right to equality |
| B. | Right to freedom |
| C. | Right to property |
| D. | Right against exploitation |
| Answer» C. Right to property | |
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Explanation: The Constitution originally provided for the right to property under Articles 19 and 31. The Forty-Forth Amendment of 1978 deleted the right to property from the list of fundamental rights. So it is now a legal right, not a fundamental right. |
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| 261. |
When were the Fundamental Duties of the Indian citizens incorporated in the constitution? |
| A. | 1952 |
| B. | 1976 |
| C. | 1979 |
| D. | 1981 |
| Answer» B. 1976 | |
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Explanation: The Fundamental Duties of citizens were added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976, upon the recommendations of the Swaran Singh Committee that was constituted by the government earlier that year. Originally ten in number, the Fundamental Duties were increased to eleven by the 86th Amendment in 2002. |
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| 262. |
Which is the competent body to prescribe conditions for ac-quisition of citizenship? |
| A. | Election Commission |
| B. | President |
| C. | Parliament |
| D. | Parliament & Assemblies |
| Answer» C. Parliament | |
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Explanation: The Constitution of India provides a single citizenship for the entire country. The Citizenship Act enacted by the Parliament in 1955 provides for acquisition, renunciation, termination, deprivation and determination of Indian citizenship. The Act provides for acquisition of Indian Citizenship by birth, descent, registration and naturalization. |
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| 263. |
According to Preamble, the ulti-male power lies in the hands of : |
| A. | Parliament |
| B. | Constitution |
| C. | President |
| D. | People |
| Answer» D. People | |
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Explanation: According to the Preamble, the ultimate power lies in the hands of people of India. |
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| 264. |
Dual citizenship is an important feature in which form of government? |
| A. | Parliamentary |
| B. | Federal |
| C. | Unitary |
| D. | Authoritarian |
| Answer» B. Federal | |
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Explanation: It is a feature of federal government. Under the Fourteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution, all persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the State wherein they are deemed to reside. |
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| 265. |
Writs are issued by – |
| A. | Supreme Court. |
| B. | High Courts |
| C. | The President |
| D. | Supreme Court and High Courts |
| Answer» D. Supreme Court and High Courts | |
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Explanation: Five writs - Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Quo Warranto and Certiorari - are issued by the Supreme Court and High Courts. |
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| 266. |
The Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution contains provisions for the administration of Tribal areas. Which of the following States is not covered under this Schedule - |
| A. | Assam |
| B. | Manipur |
| C. | Meghalaya |
| D. | Tripura |
| Answer» B. Manipur | |
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Explanation: Tribal areas generally mean areas having preponderance of tribal population. However, the Constitution of India refers tribal areas within the States of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura & Mizoram, as those areas specified in Parts I, II, IIA & III of the table appended to paragraph 20 of the Sixth Schedule. |
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| 267. |
The minimum number of Judges of the Supreme Court required for hearing any case involving interpretation of the Constitution is |
| A. | ten |
| B. | nine |
| C. | seven |
| D. | five |
| Answer» D. five | |
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Explanation: Minimum five Judges of the Supreme Court are required for hearing any case involving interpretation of the Constitution or for the purpose of hearing any reference to it. |
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| 268. |
A judge of the Supreme Court may resign his office by written a letter to - |
| A. | the Chief Justice |
| B. | the President |
| C. | the Prime Minister |
| D. | the Law Minister |
| Answer» B. the President | |
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Explanation: The Judge of the Supreme Court can tender his resignation by addressing a letter to President of India. |
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| 269. |
Which one of the following states does not have Vidhan Parishad? |
| A. | Bihar |
| B. | Maharashtra |
| C. | Tamil Nadu |
| D. | Uttar Pradesh |
| Answer» C. Tamil Nadu | |
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Explanation: Up to 2014, seven (out of twenty- nine) states have a Legislative Council: Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Jammu and Kashmir, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Telangana and Uttar Pradesh.Tamil Nadu does not have Legislative Council. |
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| 270. |
state assembly has the lowest number of seats among Indian states. |
| A. | Sikkim |
| B. | Goa |
| C. | Nagaland |
| D. | Arunachal Pradesh |
| Answer» A. Sikkim | |
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Explanation: Sikkim state assembly has the lowest number of seats among Indian States. There are 32 members in a legislative assembly. |
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| 271. |
How many nominated members are there in the Legislative Assembly of Uttarakhand (2016)? |
| A. | 1 |
| B. | 2 |
| C. | 3 |
| D. | 4 |
| Answer» A. 1 | |
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Explanation: There is 1 nominated member in the Legislative Assembly of Uttrakhand 2016. George Ivan Gregory Mann a member of the Anglo Indian Community has been nominated for this. |
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| 272. |
How many times was the term of the Lok Sabha extended upto 6 years? |
| A. | Once |
| B. | Twice |
| C. | Thrice |
| D. | Never |
| Answer» A. Once | |
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Explanation: The first sitting of the Fifth Lok Sabha was held on 19 March, 1971. The term of the Fifth Lok Sabha, which was to expire on 18 March, 1976, was extended by one year, i.e., up to 18 March, 1977 by the House of the People (Extension of Duration) Amendment Act, 1976. However, the House was dissolved on 18 January, 1977 after having been in existence for a period of five years, ten months and six days. The Sixth Lok Sabha met for the first time on 25 March 1977 after the Sixth General Election. The normal term of the Lok Sabha was restored to rivet years under the Constitution (Forty fourth Amendment) Act, 1978. |
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| 273. |
Among the tax revenues of the Union Government, the most important source is – |
| A. | Income Tax |
| B. | Customs Duty |
| C. | Corporation Tax |
| D. | Union Excise Duties |
| Answer» D. Union Excise Duties | |
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Explanation: Central excise revenue is the biggest single source of revenue for the Government of India. The Union Government tries to achieve different socio-economic objectives by making suitable adjustments in the scope and quantum of levy of Central Excise duty. Article 265 of the Constitution of India has laid down that both levy and collection of taxes shall be under the authority of law. The excise duty is levied in pursuance of Entry 45 of the Central List in Government of India Act, 1935 as adopted by entry 84 of List I of the seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India. |
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| 274. |
The maximum number of nominated members to the Rajya Sabha are – |
| A. | 10 |
| B. | 12 |
| C. | 14 |
| D. | 15 |
| Answer» B. 12 | |
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Explanation: Rajya Sabha membership is limited to 250 members, 12 of whom are nominated by the President of India for their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services. The remainder of the body is elected by the state and territorial legislatures. |
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| 275. |
One-third of the members of the Rajya Sabha retire – |
| A. | every year |
| B. | every two years |
| C. | every three years |
| D. | every four years |
| Answer» B. every two years | |
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Explanation: The Rajya Sabha is a permanent body and is not subject to dissolution. However, one third of the members retires every second year, and is replaced by newly elected members. |
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| 276. |
The expenditure made on which of the following does not require budgetary approval every year in India? |
| A. | Defence |
| B. | Natural calamities |
| C. | Consolidated fund |
| D. | Contingency fund |
| Answer» B. Natural calamities | |
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Explanation: Natural Calamities are sudden "acts of god," which cannot be anticipated and planned. So budgetary approvals are not needed in this case. A budget is normally a statement of revenue receipts and expenditure. An appropriation bill or running bill is a legislative motion (bill) which authorizes the government to spend money. It is a bill that sets money aside for specific spending. |
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| 277. |
How many persons can be nominated by the president to the Rajya Sabha from among those who have distinguished themselves in art, literature, social service etc.? |
| A. | 4 |
| B. | 8 |
| C. | 12 |
| D. | None of the above |
| Answer» C. 12 | |
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Explanation: 12 members of the Rajya Sabha are nominated by the President of India for their contributions to art, literature, science, and social services. |
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| 278. |
Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the institution of Panchayti Raj? |
| A. | Article 36 |
| B. | Article 39 |
| C. | Article 40 |
| D. | Article 48 |
| Answer» C. Article 40 | |
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Explanation: Article 40, of the Indian Constitution provides for the institution of Panchayati Raj. The State shall take steps to organize village panchayats and endow them with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as units of self government.Article39 — Certain principles of policy to be followed by the state. Article 36 — Definition of DPSP. Article 48 Organisation of agriculture and animal husbandry. |
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| 279. |
When was the Panchayati Raj System introduced in India? |
| A. | 1945 |
| B. | 1950 |
| C. | 1959 |
| D. | 1962 |
| Answer» C. 1959 | |
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Explanation: In 1959 the Panchayati Raj system was introduced in India. The Balwant Rai Mehta Committee was appointed by the Government of India in January 1957 to examine the working of the Community Development Programme (1952) and the National Extension Service (1953) and to suggest measures for their better working. |
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| 280. |
Which of the following is a source of income of the Gram Panchayats? |
| A. | Income Tax |
| B. | Sales Tax |
| C. | Professional Tax |
| D. | Duties |
| Answer» D. Duties | |
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Explanation: Levy duties 1s a source of income of the Gram Panchayats. The panchayats receive funds from three sources: Local body grants, as recommended by the Central Finance Commission. Funds for implementation of centrally sponsored schemes. |
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| 281. |
Which of the following Indian states has no Panchayati Raj institution? |
| A. | Assam |
| B. | Tripura |
| C. | Kerala |
| D. | Nagaland |
| Answer» D. Nagaland | |
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Explanation: Nagaland has no Panchayat Raj institution. Currently, the Panchayati Raj system exists in all the states except Nagaland,Meghalaya and Mizoram, and in all Union Territories except Delhi. |
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| 282. |
Functions to be assigned to panchayats by 73rd amendment of the Constitution are mentioned in |
| A. | Tenth schedule |
| B. | Eleventh schedule |
| C. | Twelfth schedule |
| D. | Thirteenth schedule |
| Answer» B. Eleventh schedule | |
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Explanation: By 73rd amendment in 1992. 11th schedule contains provisions of Panchayat Raj. |
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| 283. |
Provision regarding panchayats and municipalities was made in the. Indian Constitution in which year? |
| A. | 1991 |
| B. | 1992 |
| C. | 1995 |
| D. | 2000 |
| Answer» B. 1992 | |
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Explanation: The Constitution (73rd Amendment) Act, 1992 relating to Panchayats containing articles 243 to 243-0 and the Constitution (74th Amendment) Act, 1992 relating to Municipalities (articles 243P to 243ZG) imparted some basic features of certainty, continuity and strength to Panchayat Raj institutions all over the country. |
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| 284. |
Total assembly segments in Delhi are : |
| A. | 50 |
| B. | 60 |
| C. | 70 |
| D. | 40 |
| Answer» C. 70 | |
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Explanation: There are 70 assembly segments in Delhi. In accordance with the recommendations of the Balakrishnan Committee, the Parliament passed the Constitution (69th Amendment) Act, 1991, which inserted the new Articles 239 AA and 239 AB in the Constitution providing, inter alia, for a Legislative Assembly for Delhi. |
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| 285. |
In relation to the State Government, local government exercises : |
| A. | Co-ordinate Authority |
| B. | Delegated Authority |
| C. | Superior Authority |
| D. | Independent Authority |
| Answer» B. Delegated Authority | |
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Explanation: In the Indian context, local government has only a derivative and not an independent authority. Its powers and functions are determined by the State Legislature. So among the given options, delegated authority is the most appropriate. |
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| 286. |
Which of the following fundamental rights has been given to Indian citizen only? |
| A. | Equality before law |
| B. | Freedom of speech |
| C. | Life and personal liberty |
| D. | Freedom of religion |
| Answer» B. Freedom of speech | |
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Explanation: Freedom of speech under fundamental rights has been given to Indian citizen only. |
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| 287. |
Under 74th Amendment of the Constitution, the local body for a transitional area is known as - |
| A. | Nyaya Panchayat |
| B. | Municipal Panchayat |
| C. | Nagar Panchayat |
| D. | Gram Panchayat |
| Answer» C. Nagar Panchayat | |
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Explanation: Under 74th Amendment of the Constitution the local body for a transitional area is known as Nagar Panchayat. This article provides that there be a Nagar Panchayat for transitional areas i.e. an area in transition from |
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| 288. |
In relation to offences described under Section 175, Section 178, Section 179, Section 180 or Section 228 of the Indian Penal Code, the Human Rights Commission is to be deemed – |
| A. | Criminal Court |
| B. | Civil Court |
| C. | Revenue Court |
| D. | None of the above |
| Answer» B. Civil Court | |
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Explanation: In relation to offences described under Section 175, Section 178, Section 180 or Section 228 of the Indian panel code, the human rights commission is to deemed civil court. |
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| 289. |
The Basic Structure of our Constitution was proclaimed by the Supreme Court in – |
| A. | Keshvananda Bharati Case |
| B. | Golak Nath Case |
| C. | Minerva Mills Case |
| D. | Gopalan Case |
| Answer» A. Keshvananda Bharati Case | |
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Explanation: The basic structure doctrine was first articulated by Justice Hans Raj Khanna in the landmark decision of Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala (case citation: AIR 1973 SC 1461). Previously, the Supreme Court had held that the power of parliament to amend the constitution was unfettered. However, in this landmark ruling, the court adjudicated that while parliament has "wide" powers, it did not have the power to destroy or emasculate the basic elements or fundamental features of the constitution. |
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| 290. |
Panchayati Raj system is based on the principle of – |
| A. | Centralisation |
| B. | Decentralisation |
| C. | Both of these |
| D. | None of these |
| Answer» B. Decentralisation | |
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Explanation: Panchayati Raj is an important feature of Indian polity ensuring direct participation of common people (Article 243 G - 243 H) in decision making. Panchayati Raj system is based on the principle of Decentralisation. |
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| 291. |
Which is an example of direct democracy in India? |
| A. | Zila Panchayat |
| B. | Nagar Panchayat |
| C. | Gram Sabha |
| D. | Kshetra Panchayat |
| Answer» C. Gram Sabha | |
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Explanation: The lowest ladder of the Panchayati Raj is Gram Sabha. Gram Sabha is the General Body of the Village Panchayat and consists of all the eligible voters in the jurisdiction of the Gram Panchayat which ex- tend over a village or a group of villages |
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| 292. |
Which Article of the Indian Con- stitution abolishes "Untouch-ability"? |
| A. | 14 |
| B. | 15 |
| C. | 16 |
| D. | 17 |
| Answer» D. 17 | |
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Explanation: Article 17 of the constitution abolishes the practice of untouchability. It says that the practice of untouchability is an offense and anyone doing so is punishable by law. |
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| 293. |
A Financial Emergency can be declared by applying – |
| A. | Article 360 |
| B. | Article 361 |
| C. | Article 370 |
| D. | 4) Article 371 |
| Answer» A. Article 360 | |
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Explanation: If the President is satisfied that there is an economic situation in which the financial stability or credit of India is threatened, he or she can declare financial emergency underArticle 360 of the Indian Constitution. Such an emergency must be approved by the Parliament within two months. It has never been declared.a Such a situation had arisen but was avoided by putting the gold assets of India as collateral for foreign credit. In case of a financial emergency, the President can reduce the salaries of all government officials, including judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts. All money bills passed by the State legislatures are submitted to the President for his approval. He can direct the state to observe certain principles (economy measures) relating to financial matters. |
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| 294. |
Which Amendment of the Indian Constitution inserted the two words - 'Socialist' and 'Secular' in the Preamble? |
| A. | 28th |
| B. | 40th |
| C. | 42nd |
| D. | 52nd |
| Answer» C. 42nd | |
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Explanation: The Forty-second Amendment of the Constitution of India, enacted in 1976, declared India to be a socialist and secular republic, and as securing fraternity assuring the unity "and integrity" of the Nation, by adding these words to the Preamble of the Constitution of India. |
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| 295. |
The convention that "once a speaker always a speaker" is followed in – |
| A. | UK |
| B. | USA |
| C. | France |
| D. | India |
| Answer» A. UK | |
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Explanation: The British Speaker is elected at the beginning of the Parliament by and from among the members of the House of Commons. If the Speaker of outgoing Parliament is still a member of the house and is willing to be re- elected, he can do so, usually, he is re-elected as many times as he wants. A change of party does not make any difference. He is elected unanimously by the house. So in Great Britain there goes a saying, "Once a speaker always a speaker." |
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| 296. |
Indian Penal Code came into operation in – |
| A. | 1858 |
| B. | 1860 |
| C. | 1859 |
| D. | 1862 |
| Answer» D. 1862 | |
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Explanation: Indian Penal Code is the main criminal code of India. It is a comprehensive code, intended to cover all substantive aspects of criminal law. It was drafted in 1860 and came Into force in colonial India during the British Rajin 1862. It has since been amended several times and is now supplemented by other criminal provisions. |
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| 297. |
How many Articles are there in the Indian Constitution? |
| A. | 395 |
| B. | 396 |
| C. | 398 |
| D. | 399 |
| Answer» A. 395 | |
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Explanation: It is the longest written constitution of any sovereign country in the world, containing 448 articles in 22 parts, 12 schedules and 100 amendments. Although the last article of the Constitution is Article 395, the total number, as of March 2012 is 448. New articles added through amendments have been inserted in the relevant location in the original constitution. In order not to disturb the original numbering, the new articles are inserted with alphanumberic enumerations. For example, Article 21A pertaining to Right to Education was inserted by the 86th Amendment Act. |
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| 298. |
'Cabinet system' and 'Collective responsibility' are the contributions of – |
| A. | Ireland |
| B. | United States |
| C. | India |
| D. | Britain |
| Answer» D. Britain | |
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Explanation: Cabinet system and its collective responsibility is constitutional convention in governments using the Westminster System that members of the Cabinet must publicly support all govern-mental decisions made in Cabinet, even if they do not privately agree with them. This support includes voting for the government in the legislature. In the United Kingdom, the doctrine applies to all members of the government, from members of the cabinet down to Parliamentary Private Secretaries. |
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| 299. |
In India legal sovereignty is vested with |
| A. | the President |
| B. | the Judiciary |
| C. | the Cabinet |
| D. | the Constitution |
| Answer» D. the Constitution | |
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Explanation: Legal sovereignty represents the lawyer's conception of sovereignty. It is associated with the supreme law-making authority in the state. The body which has the power to issue final commands in the form of laws is the legal sovereign in a state. This power may be vested in one person or a body of persons. It may be a king or dictator or parliament. Legal sovereignty is organized and reorganized by constitutional law. |
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| 300. |
India has adopted a federation of type. |
| A. | USA |
| B. | Canadian |
| C. | Australian |
| D. | Switzerland |
| Answer» B. Canadian | |
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Explanation: India has adopted a federation of Canadian type. |
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