Question Bank for UPSC Indian Polity and Civics The Union Judiciary Union Government

____ can be declared by the President on his own?

A)

1 and 3

B)

4 only

C)

1 only

D)

3 only

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158)

1. Emergency due to armed rebellion

2. Financial Emergency

3. President's Rule in a State

President appoints as Prime Minister:

A)

1 only

B)

3 only

C)

All of the Above

D)

None of the Above

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159)

1. the leader of the majority party in the Lok Sabha

2. anyone he thinks fit

3. the person who can win the confidence of the majority in Lok Sabha

4. Leader of the party with a majority in either Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha

Consider the following statements about the office of Attorney General of India?

A)

1 only

B)

1 or 3

C)

3 or 4

D)

1, 3 or 4

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160)

1. He is a member of the Cabinet.

2. He can address either House of Parliament and vote.

3. He must have qualification of a judge of the Supreme Court.

4. Salary of Attorney General is fixed by Parliament.

Which statements about Financial Bill is CORRECT?

A)

2 and 4

B)

1, 2 and 4

C)

3 only

D)

3 and 4

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161)

1. It is same as a money bill

2. It can be introduced only in the Lok Sabha

3. It can be amended by the Rajya Sabha.

4. It can only be introduced agreement of the President

Both Houses of Parliament enjoy equal power in all spheres except:

A)

1 only

B)

2 and 4

C)

2, 3 and 4

D)

3 and 4

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162)

1. financial matters

2. responsibility of the Council of Ministers

3. amendment procedure

4. presidential election

Which factor can restrict the power of Parliament in India?

A)

3 and 4

B)

2, 3 and 4

C)

1, 2 and 3

D)

1 and 2

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163)

1. A written Constitution prescribing the scope of operation

2. Supreme Court can strike down unconstitutional laws passed by Parliament

3. Parliament is limited by the Fundamental Rights provided by the Constitution

Which of the following are the principles on the basis of which the parliamentary system of government in India operates?

A)

1, 2 and 3

B)

1 and 3

C)

2 only

D)

None, as Parliament is sovereign

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164)

1. Nominal executive head

2. Vice-President as the chairman of the upper house

3. Real executive authority with the council of ministers

4. Executive responsibility to the lower house

Consider the following statements :

A)

1, 2 and 4

B)

1, 2 and 4

C)

1, 3 and 4

D)

2, 3 And 4

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165)

1. The Chairman of the Committee on Public Accounts is appointed by the Speaker of the Lok Sabha.

2. The Committee on Public Accounts comprises Members of Lok Sabha, Members of Rajya Sabha and a few eminent persons of industry and trade.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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166)

With reference to Union Government, consider the following statements :

1. The Ministries/Departments of the Government of India are created by the Prime Minister on the advice of the Cabinet Secretary.

2. Each of the Ministries is assigned to a Minister by the President of India on the advice of the Prime Minister.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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167)

The correct statements about calling attention notice are :

1. It is a device of calling the attention of a minister to a matter of urgent public importance.

2. Its main purpose is to seek an authoritative statement from the minister.

3. It does not involve any censure against government.

4. It is an Indian innovation in the parliamentary procedure since 1952.

5. It is not mentioned in the Rules of Business and Procedure.

Which of the following statements are tme of Adjournment Motion?

A)

1, 2, 3 and 4

B)

4 and 5

C)

1, 2, 3 and 5

D)

1, 2 and 3

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168)

1. It is an extraordinary procedure which sets aside the normal business of the House.

2. Its main object is to draw the attention of the House to a recent matter of urgent public importance.

3. The Rajya Sabha can make use of this procedure.

4. It must be supported by not less than 50 members for introduction.

5. It involves an element of censure against government.

In parliamentary countries, like India, the legislative control over administration is considerably reduced and restricted in effectiveness due to which of the following reasons?

A)

1, 2, 4 and 5

B)

2, 3 and 5

C)

2, 3 and 4

D)

1, 2 and 4

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169)

1. The expansion in the volume and variety of administrative work.

2. Frequent use of Guillitone.

3. The large size of the legislature

4. The members of the legislature are laymen.

5. The financial committees do post mortem work.

Which of the following documents are presented to the legislature along with the budget?

A)

1, 2 and 5

B)

2, 3 and 4

C)

2, 3, 4 and 5

D)

1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

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170)

1. An explanatory memorandum on the budget

2. A summary of demands for grants

3. An Appropriation Bill

4. A Finance Bill

5. The economic survey

Which of the following statements are incorrect?

A)

1, 3 and 5

B)

1, 2 and 3

C)

2, 3 and 5

D)

1, 2, 3 and 4

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171)

1. Appropriation Bill cannot be amended while the Finance Bill can be amended.

2. Finance Bill cannot be amended while Appropriation Bill can be amended.

3. Same procedure governs both the Appropriation Bill and the Finance Bill.

4. Appropriation Bill and (he Finance Bill are governed by different procedures.

5. Appropriation Bill cannot be rejected by the Rajya Sabha while Finance Bill can be rejected by it.

Which of the following are not correct about CAG of India?

A)

2 and 4

B)

2, 4 and 5

C)

1 and 3

D)

1, 3 and 5

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172)

1. He is appointed by the President for a period of five years.

2. His salary and conditions of service are determined by resident.

3. He shall vacate office on attaining the age of 60 years.

4. He can be removed by the President on his own.

5. He is responsible for maintaining the accounts of Central and state governments.

Which of the following are the functions of the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament?

A)

1, 4 and 5

B)

2, 3 and 4

C)

1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

D)

3, 4 and 5

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173)

1. To examine, in the light of CAG's report, the accounts showing the appropriation of sums granted by the Parliament.

2. To examine, in the light of CAG's report, the statement accounts of state corporations, trading and manufacturing projects except of those as are allotted to the committee on public undertakings.

3. To examine the statement of accounts of autonomous and semi-autonomous bodies, the audit of which is conducted by the CAG.

4. To examine if any money has been spent on any service during a financial year in excess of the amount granted by house of people for that purpose.

The Indian President's veto power is a combination of:

A)

1, 2 and 4

B)

1, 2, 3 and 4

C)

1, 2 and 3

D)

1, 3 and 4

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174)

The correct statements regarding the difference between the pardoning powers of President and Governor are:

A)

2 and 3

B)

1, 3 and 4

C)

2, 3 and 4

D)

1, 2 and 3

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175)

1. The Governor can pardon sentences inflicted by court martial while the President cannot.

2. The President can pardon death sentence while Governor cannot.

3. The Governor can pardon death sentence while the President cannot.

4. The President can pardon sentences inflicted by court martial while the Governor cannot.

Consider the following statements about the Attorney General of India:

A)

1 and 2

B)

2 and 4

C)

1 and 3

D)

3 and 4

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176)

1. He is appointed by the President of India

2. He must have the same qualifications as required for a judge of the Supreme Court.

3. He must be a member of either House of Parliament.

4. He can be removed by impeachment by Parliament.

Which of these statements is correct?

A)

1 and 2

B)

1 and 3

C)

2, 3 and 4

D)

3 and 4

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177)

Which of the following are included in Article 78 of the India; Constitution, defining the duties of Prime Minister?

1. To communicate to the President all decisions of the council of ministers relating to the administration of the affairs of the union and proposals for legislation.

2. To take prior presidential sanction for the budget before submitting it in the Parliament

3. To furnish the information called for by the Presides regarding administration of affairs of the union

4. If the President so requires, to submit for consideration of the council of ministers a matter on which a minister has taken a decision without submitting the same for consideration by the council beforehand.

Which of the following corporations, for the purpose of auditing, are kept completely out of the purview of CAG of India?

A)

1 and 2

B)

1, 3 and 4

C)

2 and 4

D)

1 and 3

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178)

1. Industrial Finance Corporation

2. Food Corporation of India

3. Central Warehousing Corporation

4. Life Insurance Corporation of India

5. Reserve Bank of India

According to the Constitution of India, it is the duty of the President of India to cause to be laid before the Parliament which of the following?

A)

1, 2 and 5

B)

1, 2, 4 and 5

C)

2, 3 and 4

D)

2, 4 and 5

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179)

1. The Recommendations of the Union Finance Commission

2. The Report of the Public Accounts Committee

3. The Report of the Comptroller and Auditor General

4. The Report of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

A)

1 only

B)

2 and 4

C)

1, 3 and 4

D)

1, 2, 3 and 4

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180)

In India, other than ensuring that public funds are used efficiently and for intended purpose, what is the importance of the office of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)?

1. CAG exercises exchequer control on behalf of the Parliament when the President of India declares national emergency/financial emergency.

2. CAG reports on the execution of projects or programmes by the ministries are discussed by the Public Accounts Committee.

3. Information from CAG reports can be used by investigating agencies to press charges against those who have violated the law while managing public finances.

4. While dealing with the audit and accounting of government companies, CAG has certain judicial powers for prosecuting those who violate the law.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1, 3 and 4

B)

2 only

C)

2 and 3

D)

1, 2 and 3

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181)

With reference to Indian public finance, consider the following statements:

1. Disbursements from Public Accounts of India are subject to the Vote of the Parliament

2. The Indian Constitution provides for the establishment of a Consolidated Fund, a Public Account and a Contingency Fund for each State

3. Appropriations and disbursements under the Railway Budget are subject to the same form of parliamentary control as other appropriations and disbursements

Which of the statements given above are correct?

A)

1 and 2

B)

2 and 3

C)

1 and 3

D)

1, 2 and 3

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182)

With reference to Indian Parliament, consider the following statements :

1. A member of the Lok Sabha cannot be arrested by police under any case when the Parliament is in session.

2. Members of Indian Parliament have the privilege of exemption from attendance as witnesses in the law courts.

Which of these statements is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 and 2

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183)

1. The President of India cannot appoint a person as Prime Minister if he/she is not a member of either Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha.

2. The candidate for the office of Prime Minster must have the support of the majority members of both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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184)

Which among the following statements with respect to the Comptroller and Auditor General of India is/are correct?

1. The procedure and grounds for his removal from the office are the same as of a Judge of Supreme Court.

2. He prescribes the form in which accounts of the Union and the States are to be kept.

Select the correct answer using the code given below

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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185)

Which of the following statements about a parliamentary committee in India are correct?

1. It is appointed or elected by the house or appointed by the speaker/chairman.

2. It works under the direction of the speaker/chairman of the house.

3. It presents its report to the president.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

A)

1 and 2 only

B)

2 and 3 only

C)

1 and 3 only

D)

1, 2 and 3

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186)

Which of the following features of the Indian Government system are the essential features of the parliamentary Government system?

1. Presence of nominal and real executives

2. Membership of the ministers in the legislature

3. Separation of powers between the Union and State government

4. Independent judiciary system

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

A)

1 and 2 only

B)

1, 2 and 3 only

C)

2 and 3 only

D)

1, 2, 3 and 4

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187)

Which of the following committee(s) is/are not exclusively the committee of the lower House of the Parliament of India?

1. Estimate committee

2. Committee on public undertaking

3. Committee on the welfare of Scheduled Castes and STs

4. Committee on Empowerment of women

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

A)

1 and 2 only

B)

2, 3 and 4 only

C)

1 only

D)

2 and 4

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188)

Though the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha are constitutent part of Parliament, on some subject they have unequal powers which of the following matters depict the difference of powers between these two houses?

1. No confidence motion

2. Power to vote on Demand for Grants

3. Impeachment of judges of the High Court

4. Passing of laws in the national interest on the subject enumerated in state list

5. Creation of all India services.

Select the correct answer by using the codes given below;

A)

1, 3 and 4 only

B)

2, 3 and 5 only

C)

1, 2, 4 and 5 only

D)

1, 2 and 5 only

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189)

Which among the following have the right to vote in the elections to both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha?

1. Elected members of the Lower House of the Parliament

2. Elected members of the Upper House of the Parliament

3. Elected members of the Upper House of the State Legislature.

4. Elected members of the Lower House of the State Legislature.

A)

1 and 2 only

B)

1, 2 and 3 only

C)

3 and 4 only

D)

4 only

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190)

1. The chairman of the committee on public accounts is appointed by the speakers of the Lok sabha

2. The committee on public Accounts comprises members of Lok Sabha, members of Rajya sabha and a few eminent persons of industry and trade

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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191)

Consider the following statements regarding 'No confidence motion'

1. Only a motion expressing want of confidence in the council of ministers as a whole is admitted and one expressing lack of confidence in an individual minister is out of order

2. A no confidence motion needs to set out grounds on which it is based.

3. Any no confidence motion once moved can't be withdrawn

4. Rajya Sabha is not empowered to entertain a motion of no confidence

Which of the following given above are not correct?

A)

1 and 2 only

B)

1, 2, and 3 only

C)

2 and 3 only

D)

1, 2, 3 and 4

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192)

When the House of people clearly and conclusively determines that the government does not command its support, the government has to resign. By which of the ways parliamentary confidence in the government may be expressed by the House of People?

1. Defeating the government on a major issue of policy.

2. Passing an adjournment motion

3. Defeating the government on finance issues

4. Passing a motion of no confidence in the council of ministers.

A)

1 and 3 only

B)

2, 3 and 4 only

C)

2 and 3 only

D)

1, 2, 3 and 4

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193)

With reference to Union Government consider of following statements:

1. The ministries/Departments of the government of India are created by the PM on the advice of the cabinet secretary

2. Each of the ministries is assigned to a minister by the president of India on the advice of the PM.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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194)

Consider the following facts about Comptroller and auditor general of India, and choose the correct answer:

1. CAG is a constitutional Body.

2. CAG has absolute power to audit accounts of all the functionaries of Central and States' governments as well as of private corporate bodies.

A)

Only 1 is correct

B)

Only 2 is correct

C)

1 and 2 both are correct

D)

Neither 1 nor 2 is correct

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195)

Which of the following statements are correct about India Government?

1. Rajya Sabha represents the local interests of the States.

2. A member of Rajya Sabha must be a resident of the Stale from which he is elected.

3. Number of seats allotted to a State has to be proportionate to its population.

4. The term of a member of Rajya Sabha is same as that of Senator in the US.

A)

2, 3 and 4

B)

1, 2 and 3

C)

1, 3 and 4

D)

1 and 2

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196)

Which of the following situation will bring about the collapse of the council of ministers of a state.

1. Resignation by Chief Minister.

2. Death of Chief Minister.

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both

D)

None

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197)

Which of the following statements are correct:

1. President can nominate 2 members from the Anglo	Indian community if not adequately represented in LS.
2. Governor can nominate 2 members from the Anglo	Indian community if not adequately represented in LA.

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both

D)

None

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198)

Corrects statement/s with regard to UTs is/are:

1. The parliament can make laws on any subject of three lists for the UT except Delhi and Puducherry.

2. The Lt. Governor of Delhi is not empowered to promulgate ordinances.

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both

D)

None

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199)

Which of the following statement/s is/are correct with regard to Joint State Public Service Commission (JSPS:

1. President can provide for a JSPSC on the request of the state legislatures concerned.

2. JSPSC will be considered as a constitutional body with all the powers of a SPSC.

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both

D)

None

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200)

Which of the following are quasi judicial bodies:

1. Finance Commission.

2. Central Vigilance Commission

3. National Human Rights Commission.

4. Central Information Commission.

5. Competition Commission of India.

6. Union Public Service Commission.

7. National Commission for SCs.

A)

All except 1, 2 & 6

B)

All except 2, 4 & 6

C)

All except 6

D)

None of the above options are correct

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201)

Which of the following official(s) is/are appointed by the President by Warrant under his hand and seal.

1. CAG.

2. Chairperson of National Commission of SCs.

3. Attorney General of India.

4. CVC

A)

1, 2 & 4 only

B)

2 & 3 only

C)

1 & 3 only

D)

1, 2 & 3

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202)

Which of the following funds/authorities/bodies can be audited by CAG:

1. Consolidated funds of India, States & UTs having legislative assembly.

2. Contingency funds of India.

3. Public account of States.

4. Receipts and expenditures of PPP.

5. Local bodies.

A)

1, 2 & 3 only

B)

1, 2 & 5 only

C)

1, 3, 4 & 5 only

D)

All

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203)

Which of the following statement(s) is/are true with regard to the Attorney General of India:

1. He/she is the highest law officer of the country.

2. He/she can be removed by the President on same grounds and in the same manner as a judge of the SC.

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both

D)

None

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204)

Which of the following statement/s is/are true with regard to the Attorney General of India:

1. He/she can be a member of a Parliamentary committee.

2. He/she is debarred from private legal practice.

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both

D)

None

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205)

The correct statement/s with regard to Ordinance making power of President is/are -

1. The President cannot promulgate an ordinance to amend tax laws.

2. The President cannot promulgate an ordinance to amend the constitution.

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both

D)

None

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206)

The 'Council of Ministers' does not consist of:

1. Deputy Ministers.

2. Parliamentary Secretaries.

3. Deputy Chairman - Planning Commission.

A)

1, 2 & 3

B)

2 only

C)

3 only

D)

None of these

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207)

The Representatives of states & UT in the Rajya Sabha are elected by:

1. The members of the State Legislative Assembly only.

2. The elected members of the State Legislative Assembly only.

3. The system of proportional representation by single transferrable vote.

4. The system of proportional representation by List.

A)

1 & 3

B)

1 & 4

C)

2 & 3

D)

2 & 4

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208)

Which of the following criteria is laid down by the constitution for a person to be chosen a member of parliament:

1. If a candidate is to contest a seat reserved for SC / ST he must be a member of a SC / ST in any state or Union Territory.

2. He/she must not have been punished for preaching and practicing social crimes such as untouchability dowry & sati.

3. He/she must not have any interest in government contracts works or services.

A)

1 only

B)

2 & 3 only

C)

1, 2, & 3

D)

None of these

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209)

Which of the following statements are correct.

1. If a MLA is elected to be a MP his seat in parliament becomes vacant if he does not resign his seat in the state legislature within 14 days.

2. If a person is elected to two seats in a house he should exercise his option for one. Otherwise both seats become vacant.

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both

D)

None

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210)

When the Lok Sabha is Dissolved:

1. A bill passed by Lok Sabha pending in Rajya Sabha does not lapse.

2. A bill pending in Rajya Sabha & not passed by Lok Sabha does not lapse.

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both

D)

None

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211)

Consider the following statements with regard to Calling Attention motion and Zero Hour:

1. Both are Indian innovation in the parliamentary procedure.

2. Both are not mentioned in the rules of procedure.

3. Only Zero hour is Indian innovation.

4. Only Zero Hour is not mentioned in the rules of procedure.

The correct statements is/are:

A)

1 & 2 only

B)

3 & 4 only

C)

2 & 3 only

D)

1 & 4 only

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212)

Which of the following motion/s if passed leads to the defeat of the government:

1. Censure Motion.

2. Cut Motion.

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

(e) Both

D)

None

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213)

The decision whether a bill is money bill or not is decided by the speaker, this decision cannot be questioned by:

1. Any court of law.

2. Lok Sabha.

3. President of India.

A)

1 & 2 only

B)

2 & 3 only

C)

2 only

D)

None of these

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214)

Which of the following condition may lead to the resignation of the government:

1. Defeat of an ordinary bill introduced by a minister.

2. Defeat of a money bill.

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both

D)

None

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215)

Which of the following is/are correct:

1. A Money bill can be introduced only in Lok Sabha.

2. A Money bill is also a Financial Bill.

3. All Financial bills can be introduced only on the recommendation of the President.

A)

1 only

B)

1 & 2 only

C)

1, 2 & 3

D)

None of these

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216)

Which of the following Expenditure is/are the expenditure 'Charged' on the Consolidated fund of India:

1. Emoluments and allowances of President & Vice President.

2. Salaries, allowances and pensions of the Judges of the Supreme Court & high court.

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both

D)

None

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217)

Which of the following officials take the Oath that has the following lines: - To preserve protect and defend the constitution?

1. President

2. Governor

3. Chief Justice of India

A)

1 only

B)

1 & 2 only

C)

1, 2 & 3

D)

None of the above

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218)

Consider the following statements : Attorney General of India can

1. take pan in the proceedings of the Lok Sabha

2. be a member of a committee of the Lok Sabha

3. speak in the Lok Sabha

4. vote in the Lok Sabha

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 and 4

C)

1, 2 and 3

D)

1 and 3 only

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219)

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

1. Members of the Cabinet are Members of the Parliament.

2. Ministers hold the office till they enjoy confidence in the Parliament.

3. Cabinet is headed by the Head of the State.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

A)

1 and 2 only

B)

3 only

C)

2 and 3 only

D)

1, 2 and 3

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220)

1. The Council of Ministers in the Centre shall be collectively responsible to the Parliament.

2. The Union Ministers shall hold the office during the pleasure of the President of India.

3. The Prime Minister shall communicate to the President about the proposals for legislation.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 and 3 only

C)

1 and 3 only

D)

1, 2 and 3

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221)

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

2. While the nominated members of the two Houses of the Parliament have no voting right in the presidential election, they have the right to vote in the election of the Vice President.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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222)

Consider the following statements :

1. The President shall make rules for the more convenient transaction of the business of the Government of India, and for the allocation among Ministers of the said business.

2. All executive actions of the Government of India shall be expressed to be taken in the name of the Prime Minister.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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223)

Consider the following statements : A Constitutional Government is one which

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

2. places effective restrictions on me Authority of the State in the interest of individual liberty

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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224)

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

1. Preparation of agenda for Cabinet Meetings

2. Secretarial assistance to Cabinet Committees

3. Allocation of financial resources to the Ministries Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A)

1 only

B)

2 and 3 only

C)

1 and 2 only

D)

1, 2 and 3

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225)

Consider the following statements: The parliamentary Committee on public accounts

1. consists of not more than 25 Members of the Lok Sabha

2. scrutinizes appropriation and finance accounts of the Government

3. examines the report of me Comptroller and Auditor General of India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 and 3 only

C)

3 only

D)

1, 2 and 3

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226)

1. The President of India cannot appoint a person as Prime Minister if he/she is not a member of either Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha.

2. The candidate for the office of Prime Minster must have the support of the majority members of both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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227)

1. It is on the advice of the Speaker of Lok Sabha that the President of India summons and prorogues Parliament and dissolves Lok Sabha.

2. The resignation of the Prime Minister means the resignation of the entire Council of Ministers.

3. A vote of confidence against one Minister, in Lok Sabha means the vote of confidence against the entire Council of Ministers.

Which of the following statements given above are correct?

A)

1 and 2 only

B)

2 and 3 only

C)

1 and 3 only

D)

1, 2 and 3

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228)

1. Salary and allowances of the Speaker of Lok Sabha are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India.

2. In the Warrant of Precedence, the Speaker of Lok Sabha ranks higher than all the Union Cabinet Ministers other than Prime Minister.

Which of the statement given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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229)

Which one of the following statements is/are correct with regard to the Vice-President of India?

1. He must be a member of Parliament.

2. He is elected by proportional representation.

3. He is Ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.

Select the correct answer unsing the code given below:

A)

1 only

B)

1 and 3

C)

2 and 3

D)

1 and 2

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230)

In which among the following cases, the joint session of both me Houses of Parliament can be summoned?

1. To amend the Constitution.

2. When a Bill has been pending with one House for more than six months after it was passed by the other

3. When both the Houses disagree on the amendments to be made in a Bill.

4. When a bill is passed by one House and is rejected by the other.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

A)

1, 2 and 3

B)

2, 3 and 4

C)

2 and 3 only

D)

1 and 4

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231)

Consider the following statements

1. A Money Bill cannot be introduced in the Council of State.

2. The Council of States cannot reject a Money Bill nor amend it.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

Only 1

B)

Only 2

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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232)

Which one of the following statements is not correct?

A)

The Vice-President of India holds office for a period of five years

B)

The Vice-President of India can be removed by a simple majority of votes passed in the Rajya Sabha only

C)

The Vice-President of India continues to be in office even after the expiry of his term till his successor takes over

D)

The Supreme Court of India has to look into all disputes with regard to the election of the Vice-President of India

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233)

1. The Annual Appropriation Bill is passed by the Lok Sabha in the same manner as any other Bill.

2. An amendment to the Constitution of India can be initiated by an introduction of a Bill in either Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

Only 1

B)

Only 2

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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234)

1. When the Vice-President of India acts as the President of India he performs simultaneously the functions of the Chairman of Rajya Sabha.

2. The President of India can promulgate ordinances at any time except when both Houses of Parliament are in session.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

Only 1

B)

Only 2

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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235)

1. The Union Executive consists of the President and the Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister as the head.

2. The President may, by writing under his hand addressed to the Vice-President, resign his office.

3. Executive power of the Union is vested in the Prime Minister.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 and 3

B)

2 and 3

C)

1, 2 and 3

D)

Only 2

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236)

1. Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs constitute Consultative Committees of Members of both the Houses of Parliament.

2. The main purpose of these Committees are to provide a forum for formal discussions between the Government and Members of Parliament on polices and programmes of the Government.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

Only 1

B)

Only 2

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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237)

Consider the following statements on Parliamentary Committees:

1. Members of the Rajya Sabha are not associated with the Committees on Public Accounts and Public Undertakings.

2. Members of the Committee on Estimates are drawn from both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha.

Which of the statements given above islare correct?

A)

Only 1

B)

Only 2

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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238)

1. The Ministries Departments of the Union Government are created by the Prime Minister.

2. The Cabinet Secretary is the Ex-officio Chairman of the Civil Services Board.

Which of the statement given above is/are correct?

A)

Only 1

B)

Only 2

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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239)

Consider the following Vice-Presidents of India:

Which one of the following is the correct chronology of their tenures?

A)

1, 4, 3, 2

B)

2, 1, 3, 4

C)

3, 2, 1, 4

D)

4, 1, 3, 2

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240)

According to the Constitution (Fifty Second Amendment Act, 1985 as amended in 2003, a legislator attracts disqualification under the 10th Schedule if

1. he voluntarily gives up the membership of the party on whose ticket he was elected.

2. he votes or abstains from voting contrary to any direction issued by his political party.

3. as a result of split, less than one third of the members formed a new group or party in the house.

4. a member who has been elected as a independent member joins any political party.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

A)

2 and 3

B)

1, 2 and 4

C)

1 and 3

D)

All of these

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241)

Under which of the following conditions security deposits of a candidate contesting for a Lok Sabha seat is returned to him/ her?

1. The nomination made by the candidate if found to be invalid.

2. The candidate has withdrawn his/her nomination even though it is found valid.

3. The candidate lost the polls but secured 1/6th of the total number of valid votes polled in that election.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

A)

1 and 2

B)

Only 3

C)

2 and 3

D)

All of these

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242)

Consider the following statements

1. The total elective membership of the Lok Sabha is distributed among the States on the basis of the population and the area of the State.

2. The 84th Amendment Act of the Constitution of India lifted the freeze on the delimitation of constituencies imposed by the 42nd Amendment.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

Only 1

B)

Only 2

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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243)

1. A registered voter in India can contest an election to Lok Sabha from any constituency in India.

2. As per the Representation of the People Act, 1951, if a person is convicted of any offence and sentenced to an imprisonment of 2 years or more, he will be disqualified to contest election.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

A)

Only 1

B)

Only 2

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither I nor 2

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244)

Which of the following Committees are the Committees of Parliament?

1. Public Accounts Committee

2. Estimates Committee

3. Committee on Public Undertakings

Select the correct answer using the code given below

A)

1 and 2

B)

1 and 3

C)

2 and 3

D)

1, 2 and 3

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245)

Consider the following statements about the powers of the President of India

1. The President can direct that any matter on which decision has been taken by a Minister should be placed before the Council of Ministers.

2. The President can call all information relating to proposals for legislation.

3. The President has the right to address and send messages to either House of the Parliament.

4. All decisions of the Council of Ministers relating to the administration of the Union must be communicated to the President.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

A)

1, 2 and 3

B)

1 and 3

C)

2 and 4

D)

1, 2, 3 and 4

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246)

Consider the following statements relating to the procedure of the election of the Speaker and the Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha

1. The election of a Speaker shall be held on such date as the Prime Minister may fix and the Secretary General shall send to every member, notice of this date.

2. The election of a Deputy Speaker shall be held on such date as the Speaker may fix and the Secretary General shall send to every member notice of this date.

3. At anytime before noon on the day preceding the date a fixed, any member may give notice in writing of a mooai that another member be chosen as the Deputy Speaker sf the House.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

A)

2 and 3

B)

Only 2

C)

1 and 3

D)

All of these

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247)

Which of the following pairs of constitutional authority 33& procedure of appointment is/are correctly matched?

1. President : Elected by an electoral college consisting of elected MLAs and MPs

2. Vice-President: Elected by an electoral college consisting of MLAs and MPs

3. Speaker : The House of People chooses after its fir sitting

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

A)

1, 2 and 3

B)

Only 1

C)

1 and 3

D)

2 and 3

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248)

Council of states	House of the People
Not more than 250 members	Not more than 552 members
" Not more than 238 representatives of States and Union Territories"	Not more than 530 representative of states plus not more than 2 nominated Anglo- Indians plus X

Which one of the following will fit in the place marked 'X'?

A)

Ministers who are not members of Parliament bin who have to get themselves elected to either House of Parliament within six months after assuming office

B)

Not more than 20 nominated members

C)

Not more than 20 representative of Union Territories

D)

The Attorney General who has the right to speak and take part in the proceedings of either House of the Parliament

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249)

Which of the following are/is stated in the Constitution of India?

1. The President shall not be a member of either House of Parliament

2. The Parliament shall consist of the President and two Houses

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

A)

Neither 1 nor 2

B)

Both 1 and 2

C)

Only 1

D)

Only 2

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250)

1. The joint sitting of the two houses of the Parliament in India is sanctioned under Article 108 of the Constitution

2. The first joint sitting of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha was held in the year 1961

3. The second joint sitting of the two Houses of Indian Parliament was held to pass the Banking Service Commission (Repeal) Bill

Which of these statements is correct?

A)

1 and 2

B)

2 and 3

C)

1 and 3

D)

1, 2 and 3

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251)

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

1. The Constitution of India provides that all Cabinet Ministers shall be compulsorily be a sitting members of Lok Sabha only.

2. The Union Cabinet Secretariat operates under the direction of the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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252)

According to the Constitution of India, it is the duty of the President of India to cause to be laid before the Parliament which of the following?

1. The Recommendations of the Union Finance Commission

2. The Report of the Public Accounts Committee

3. The Report of the Comptroller and Auditor General

4. The Report of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

A)

1 only

B)

2 and 4 only

C)

1, 3 and 4 only

D)

1, 2, 3 and 4

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253)

1. While members of the Rajya Sabha are associated with Committees on Public Accounts and Public Undertakings, members of Committee on Estimates are drawn entirely from the Lok Sabha.

2. The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs works under the overall direction of Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs.

3. The Minister of Parliamentary Affairs nominates Members of Parliament on Committees, Councils, Board and Commissions etc. set up by the Government of India in the various ministries.

Which of these statements are correct?

A)

1 and 2

B)

2 and 3

C)

1 and 3

D)

1, 2 and 3

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254)

1. The Rajya Sabha alone has the power to declare that it would be in national interest for the Parliament to legislate with respect to a matter in the State List.

2. Resolutions approving the proclamation of Emergency are passed only by the Lok Sabha.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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255)

Consider the following statements in respect of financial emergency under Article 360 of the Constitution of India:

unless before the expiration of that period it has been approved by the resolutions of both Houses of Parliament.

it is competent for the President of India to issue directions for the reduction of salaries and allowances of all or any class of persons serving in connection with the affairs of the Union but excluding the Judges of Supreme Court and the High Courts.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both land 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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256)

consider me following statements:

1. The Chairman of the Committee on Public Accounts is appointed by the Speaker of the Lok Sabha.

2. The Committee on Public Accounts comprises Members of Lok Sabha, Members of Rajya Sabha and few eminent persons of industry and trade.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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257)

Who among the following have held the office of the Vice-President of India?

1. Mohammad Hidayatullah

2. Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed

3. Neelam Sanjiva Reddy

4. Shankar Dayal Sharma

Select the correct answer using the code given below: Codes:

A)

1, 2, 3 and 4

B)

1 and 4 only

C)

2 and 3 only

D)

3 and 4 only

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258)

With reference to Union Government, consider the following statements:

1. The Ministries and Departments of the Government of India are created by the Prime Minister on the advice of the Cabinet Secretary.

2. Each of the ministries is assigned to a Minister by die President of India on the advice of the Prime Minister.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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259)

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

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

2. He/She need not be a member of the House at the time of his/her election but has to become a member of the House within six months from the date of his/her election.

3. If he/she intends to resign, the letter of his/her resignation has to be addressed to the Deputy Speaker.

Which of the statements given above is /are correct?

A)

1 and 2 only

B)

3 only

C)

1, 2 and 3

D)

None

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260)

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

1. Ordinary Legislation

2. Money Bill

3. Constitution Amendment Bill

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

A)

1 only

B)

2 and 3 only

C)

1 and 3 only

D)

1, 2 and 3

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261)

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

1. Members of the Cabinet are Members of the Parliament.

2. Ministers hold the office till they enjoy confidence in the Parliament.

3. Cabinet is headed by the Head of the State.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

A)

1 and 2 only

B)

3 only

C)

2 and 3 only

D)

1, 2 and 3

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262)

1. The Council of Ministers in the Centre shall be collectively responsible to the Parliament.

2. The Union Ministers shall hold the office during the pleasure of the President of India.

3. The Prime Minister shall communicate to the President about the proposals for legislation.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 and 3 only

C)

1 and 3 only

D)

1, 2 and 3

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263)

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

2. While the nominated members of the two Houses of the Parliament have no voting right in the presidential election, they have the right to vote in the election of the Vice President.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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264)

Consider the following statements: In the electoral college for Presidential Election in India,

1. the value of the vote of an elected Member of Legislative Assembly

\[\frac{State\,\,Population}{Number\,\,of\,\,Elected\,\,MLAs\,\,of\,\,the\,\,State}\times 100\]

2. the value of the vote of an elected Member of Parliament equals to total value of the votes of all elected MLA's and total number of elected MP's

3. there were more than 5000 members in the latest elections.

Which of these statements is/are correct?

A)

1 and 2

B)

Only 2

C)

1 and 3

D)

Only 3

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265)

1. The Speaker of Lok Sabha has the power to adjourn the House sine die but, on prorogation, it is only the President who can summon the House

2. Unless sooner dissolved or there is an extension of the term, there is an automatic dissolution of the Lok Sabha by efflux of time, at the end of the period of five years, even if no formal order of dissolution is issued by the President

3. The Speaker of Lok Sabha continues in office even after the dissolution of the House and until immediately before the first meeting of the House

Which of the statements given above are correct?

A)

1 and 2

B)

2 and 3

C)

1 and 3

D)

1, 2 and 3

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266)

The functions of the committee on estimates, as incorporated in the Constitution of India, shall be to [CSAT-2014]

1. report what economies, improvements in organisation, efficiency or administrative reform may be effected.

2. suggest alternative policies in order to bring about efficiency and economy in administration.

3. examine whether the money is well laid out within the limits of the policy implied in the estimates.

4. examine the reports, if any, of the Comptroller and Auditor General on the public undertakings.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

A)

1 and 2

B)

2 and 3

C)

1, 2 and 3

D)

3 and 4

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267)

The subject matter of an adjournment motion in the Parliament [CSAT-2014]

1. must be directly related to the conduct of the Union Government.

2. may involve failure of the Government of India to perform its duties in accordance with the Constitution.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

A)

Only 1

B)

Only 2

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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268)

The principle of "collective responsibility' under parliamentary democracy implies that [CSAT-2014]

1. a motion of no-confidence can be moved in the Council of Ministers as a whole as well as an individual minister.

2. no person shall be nominated to the cabinet except on the advice of the Prime Minister.

3. no person shall be retained as a member of the Cabinet if the Prime minister says that he shall be dismissed.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

A)

Only 1

B)

Only 2

C)

Only 3

D)

2 and 3

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269)

The Committee on Public Accounts under the Constitution of India is meant fox [CSAT-2014]

1. the examination of accounts showing the appropriation of sums granted by the House for the expenditure of the Government of India

2. scrutinising the report of the Comptroller and Auditor General

3. suggesting the form in which estimates shall be presented to the Parliament

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

A)

Only 1

B)

Only 2

C)

1 and 2

D)

All of these

View Solution

270)

Which of the statements relating to the Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha is/are correct? [CSAT-2014]

1. The office of the Deputy Speaker acquired a more prominent position after the enforcement of the Constitution of India in 1950.

2. He/She is elected from amongst the members.

3. He/She holds office until he/she ceases to be a member of the House.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

A)

Only1

B)

1 and 2

C)

1, 2 and 3

D)

2 and 3

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271)

Which of the following principles is/are taken into consideration by the Speaker while recognising a parliamentary party or group? [CSAT-2014]

1. An association of members who have an organisation both inside and outside the House

2. An association of members who shall have at least one-third of the total number of members of the House

3. An association of members who have a distinct programme of parliamentary work

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

A)

1, 2 and 3

B)

Only 1

C)

1 and 3

D)

2 and 3

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272)

Which of the following statements in the context of structure of the Parliament is/are correct? [CSAT-2014]

1. The Parliament of India consists of the President, the Council of States and the House of the People.

2. The President of India is directly elected by an electoral college consisting of the elected members of both the Houses of the Parliament only.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

A)

Only 1

B)

Only 2

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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273)

Which of the following statements are correct regarding Joint Session of the Houses of the Parliament in India?

1. It is an enabling provision, empowering the President to take steps for resolving deadlock between the two Houses.

2. It is not obligatory upon the President to summon the Houses to meet in a join sitting.

3. It is being notified by the President.

4. It is frequently resorted to establish the supremacy of the Lok Sabha.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below [CSAT-2014]

A)

1 and 2

B)

1, 2 and 3

C)

2 and 3

D)

3 and 4

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274)

Consider the following statements : [CSAT-2014]

1. The President shall make rules for the more convenient transaction of the business of the Government of India, and for the allocation among Ministers of the said business.

2. All executive actions of the Government of India shall be expressed to be taken in the name of the Prime Minister.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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275)

With reference to the Union Government, consider the following statements: [CSAT-2015]

1. The Department of Revenue is responsible for the preparation of Union Budget that is presented to the Parliament.

2. No amount can be withdrawn from the Consolidated Fund of India without the authorization from the Parliament of India.

3. All the disbursements made from Public Account also need the authorization from the Parliament of India.

Which of the statements given above is / are correct?

A)

1 and 2 only

B)

2 and 3 only

C)

2 only

D)

1, 2 and 3

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276)

Consider the following statements: [CSAT-2015]

1. The Rajya Sabha has no power either to reject or to amend a Money Bill.

2. The Rajya Sabha cannot vote on the Demands for Grants.

3. The Rajya Sabha cannot discuss the Annual Financial Statement.

Which of the statements given above is / arc correct?

A)

1 only

B)

1 and 2 only

C)

2 and 3 only

D)

1, 2 and 3

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277)

1. The Executive Power of the Union of India is vested in the Prime Minister.

2. The Prime Minister is the ex officio Chairman of the Civil Services Board.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

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278)