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Indian Polity Model Test 15 in English
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Question 1 |
Which one of the following is/are wrongly matched?
- 21 Feb 1947 1. Submission of the report by the Drafting Committee to the Constituent Assembly
- 15 Oct. 1949 2. Acceptance of the proposal of the Drafting Committee
- 26 Nov. 1950 3. Members of the Constituent Assembly appended their signature
- 24th Jan. 1950 4. The Constitution was adopted
Both (a) and (c) are wrong | |
Both (a) and (c) are wrong | |
Both (b) and (c) are wrong | |
Both (c) and (d) are wrong |
Question 2 |
Consider the following two statements consisting of Assertion(A) and Reason(R) and select your answer using the codes given below:
- Assertion(A): One of the duties of High Commissioner of India at London was to look after the Education of the Indian students in England
- Reason(R): Indian Councils Act of 1919 provided for the appointment of a High Commissioner of India at London.
(A) is correct, (R) is false | |
Both (A) and (R) are false | |
(A) is false, (R) is correct | |
Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the right explanation to (A) |
Question 3 |
One of the following statement is true about amending procedures in India – Identify.
Parliament has power to amend the Constitution | |
‘Constitutional Convention’ exists in India to amend the Constitution | |
The State can initiate Constitutional amendments | |
Fundamental rights cannot be amended |
Question 4 |
The power to levy an estate duty in respect of non-agricultural land belongs to
Commercial Department | |
State Legislatures | |
Parliament | |
None of these |
Question 5 |
How many members are elected from Tamil Nadu to Rajya Sabha?
16 | |
18 | |
19 | |
21 |
Question 6 |
When was the office of Cabinet Secretary created in India?
1950 | |
1952 | |
1953 | |
1955 |
Question 7 |
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists.
- List I List II
- Regulating Act 1. 1773
- Pitts India Act 2. 1784
- The Government of India Act 3. 1858
- The Indian Council Act 4. 1909
1 2 3 4 | |
3 1 2 4 | |
4 3 2 1 | |
2 4 1 3 |
Question 8 |
The First Public Service Commission was up on
1st October 1925 | |
1st October 1926 | |
5th October 1927 | |
27th October 1927 |
Question 9 |
A candidate for the office of the President India should not be less than
40 years of age | |
35 years of age | |
38 years of age | |
45 years of age |
Question 10 |
What is the strength of the new state assembly of Telangana?
117 | |
121 | |
119 | |
118 |
Question 11 |
Which word was inserted to the preamble in 1977?
Democratic | |
Secular | |
Sovereign | |
Republic |
Question 12 |
Who called the preamble as the ‘Identity Card of the Constitution’?
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar | |
N.A. Palkhivala | |
Ram Manohar Lohia | |
Jaya Prakash Narayan |
Question 13 |
Which of the following statements about salient feature of the Indian Constitution is true?
- It has Universal Adult Franchise.
- It provides Double Citizenship.
- It provides social equality
- It is more rigid than flexible
I and IV | |
II and III | |
I and III | |
II and IV |
Question 14 |
The chairperson of the Public Service Commission jointly set up by Two or More states is appointed by
Governor of the biggest state | |
The President of India | |
Chief Secretary of the biggest state | |
Chief Minister of the biggest state |
Question 15 |
Consider the following statements.
- State Legislative Councils are continuous bodies.
- Members of State Legislative Councils are indirectly elected.
- The President by an ordinance can dissolve a State Legislative Council.
- Actual strength of the State Legislative Council depends upon the strength of the State Legislative Assembly.
Statement I, II and III are correct | |
Statements III and IV are correct | |
All the statements are correct | |
All the statements are incorrect |
Question 16 |
Consider the following statement.
- In case of dispute, over a bill the constitution provides for a joint Sitting of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha for solving the dispute.
- There is no constitutional provision like Joint Sitting of the State Assembly and the State Council if there is a dispute between them over a bill.
Both the statements are correct | |
Statement I is correct but statement II is incorrect | |
Statement I is incorrect but statements is correct | |
Both the statements are incorrect |
Question 17 |
Consider the following statements
- Right to information is only a tool.
- It will not always resolve our felt difficulties
Statement (I) and (II) are correct | |
Statement (I) and (II) are wrong | |
Statement (I) is right and (II) is wrong | |
Statement (I) is wrong and (II) is right |
Question 18 |
Which of the following states was a union territory before obtaining its statehood?
Delhi | |
Chandigarh | |
Goa | |
Gujarat |
Question 19 |
Match the following statement and choose the correct answer:
- List I List II
- Law Making 1. Court
- Judiciary 2. Impeachment
- President 3. No confidence motto
- Cabinet 4. Legislature
2 3 1 4 | |
4 1 2 3 | |
2 3 4 1 | |
1 2 3 4 |
Question 20 |
The members of the Central Vigilance Commission hold office for a period of
6years or until they attain the age of 60 years, whichever is earlier | |
5 years or until they attain the age of 60 years, whichever is earlier | |
6 years or until they attain the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier | |
3 years or until they attain the age of 62years, whichever is earlier |
Question 21 |
District Collector is a
Generalist | |
Specialist | |
Technician | |
Entrepreneur |
Question 22 |
Who appoints the Comptroller and Auditor General of India?
President | |
Speaker | |
Prime Minister | |
Vice President |
Question 23 |
Right to information Act 2005 is based on
Articles 19 & 21 | |
Articles 14-18 | |
Articles 23 -24 | |
Articles 25 – 28 |
Question 24 |
How many languages were added to 8th schedule of Indian Constitution through 92nd Amendment?
3 | |
4 | |
5 | |
6 |
Question 25 |
Which constitutional amendment reduced voting age from 21 to 18years?
58th | |
60th | |
61st | |
63rd |
Question 26 |
Match List I with List II correctly and select your answer using the codes given below:
- List I List II
- Art 20 1. Protection of Life and Personal Liberty
- Art 19(5) 2. Freedom of movement throughout India
- Art 21 3. Right to Education
- Art 21(A) 4. Right of Protection in respect of conviction for offences
4 2 1 3 | |
1 2 3 4 | |
2 3 1 4 | |
3 4 2 1 |
Question 27 |
Who determines the salaries and allowances of the Ministers in a State
Parliament | |
State Legislature | |
Governor | |
Chief Minister |
Question 28 |
The Lok Sabha Secretariat works under the direct supervision of
The President of India | |
The Prime Minister | |
The Speaker | |
The Minister for Parliamentary Affairs |
Question 29 |
Find the odd one out
Finance Commission | |
Official Language Commission | |
Election Commission | |
Planning Commission |
Question 30 |
The Sarkaria Commission made recommendations to improve the efficiency and morale of the All India Services. Which among these bodies were established for this purpose?
- Intergovernmental Council
- North Eastern Council
- Zonal Councils
- National Development Council
I and II only | |
I and III only | |
II and IV only | |
I, II, III and IV |
Question 31 |
When did the President of India give his assent to the National Food Security Bill?
29th August, 2013 | |
10th September, 2013 | |
12th September, 2013 | |
13th September, 2013 |
Question 32 |
What is the main implication of the 91st Constitutional Amendment Act(2003)
It has eliminated defection in Indian Politics Altogether | |
The constitution has recognized the existence of political parties | |
It has eliminated political parties from participating at the panchayat elections | |
It has eliminated split in political parties. |
Question 33 |
Which of the following statement(s) are true?
- State occupies an important place among all social institutions
- Without state there would be chaos and confusion
- State maintains peace and order
- Man cannot live without state
I alone is true | |
I,II and IV are true | |
I and IV are true | |
I,II, III and IV are true |
Question 34 |
Consider the following statements:
- The President of India is elected by members of electoral college consisting of
- The elected members of both the Houses of Parliament
- the elected members of the legislative
- the elected members of the legislative assemblies of the union territories of Delhi and Pondicherry
I only | |
II and III | |
II and I | |
I, II and III |
Question 35 |
Why are the years 1980 and 1990 important with regard to the MandalCommission.
In 1980, the Mandal Commission was constituted and 1990 it submitted its report | |
In 1980, the Mandal Commission submitted its report and in 1990, it was implemented | |
In 1980, the Mandal Commission was constituted and, 1990 it was abolished | |
In 1980, the Cabinet accepted the principle to constitute a commission and in 1990 it was actually constituted |
Question 36 |
Article 320 of the Constitution of India deals with the Union Public Service Commission’s
Chairman | |
Size | |
Tennure | |
Functions |
Question 37 |
With references to State Governor, consider the following statements
- The Governor is appointed by the President
- The Governor is a nominee of the party in power at the Centre
- He holds office during the pleasure of the President
- He acts as an agent of the Union government to control the policy and measures of the State Government.
I and III only | |
II and IV only | |
,II and IV only | |
I,II, III and IV |
Question 38 |
Which of the following committee recommended that the Panchat Raj should be constitutionally recognized, protected and preserved by the inclusion of new chapter in the constitution?
G.V.K. Rao Committee | |
L.M.Singhvi Committee | |
Ashok Metha Committee | |
Administrative Reform Commission |
Question 39 |
Which one of the following is not an objective of RTI Act?
Transparency in Administration | |
Committed Bureaucracy | |
Accountability | |
Openness in Administration |
Question 40 |
Consider the following statements
- Assertion(A): The Preamble of Indian Constitution defines the objectives of the Republic.
- Reason(R): It embodies the spirit of the Constitution, the determination of the Indian people to build up a new and independent nation which will ensure the triumph of justice, liberty, equality and fraternity.
Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A) | |
Both (A) and (R) are true, But (R) is not the correct explanation of (A) | |
(A) is true but (R) is false | |
(A) is false but (R) is true |
Question 41 |
Consider the following statement. Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
- Assertion(A): Fundamental Rights are not absolute but qualified.
- Reason(R): The State can impose restriction on Fundamental Rights.
Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A) | |
Both (A) and (R) are true, But (R) is not the correct explanation of (A) | |
(A) is true but (R) is false | |
(A) is false but (R) is true |
Question 42 |
Which of the Following statement(s) about Deputy Speaker is True?
- He is not sub-ordinate to the Speaker.
- He is sub-ordinate to the Speaker
- He is not directly responsible to the House.
- The same process of removal applicable to both Speaker and Deputy Speaker.
I and II | |
II and III | |
III and IV | |
I and IV |
Question 43 |
The maximum strength of the State Legislative Council has to be
1/4th of the Legislative Assembly | |
1/3rd of the Legislative Assembly | |
½ of the Legislative Assembly | |
1/5th of the Legislative Assembly |
Question 44 |
Match the Acts with years in which they were passed with the help of codes given below:
- List I List II
- Religious Disabilities Act 1. 1876
- Punjab Tenancy Act 2. 1891
- The Royal Titles Act 3. 1856
- The Age of Consent Act 4. 1868
4 2 3 1 | |
3 4 1 2 | |
2 1 3 4 | |
1 3 4 2 |
Question 45 |
Which authority conducts the Local Bodies Elections?
State Election Commission | |
Central Election Commission | |
District Election Board | |
Observers |
Question 46 |
During the period of which Indian Prime Minister was there hung Parliament?
Jawaharlal Nehru | |
Indira Gandhi | |
I.K.Gujral | |
Rajiv Gandhi |
Question 47 |
The Period of Tenth Five Year Plan is
2002 – 2007 | |
2007-2012 | |
1997-2002 | |
1992-1997 |
Question 48 |
Choose the answer
- _________ Article of the Constitution prohibits the state from arbitrarily arresting any person.
Article 22 | |
Article 23 | |
Article 24 | |
Article 25 |
Question 49 |
In which part of the Constitution of India is dealt with Fundamental Rights?
Part II | |
Part III | |
Part I | |
Part IV |
Question 50 |
Forty –Second Amendment Act came into force in the Year
1947 | |
1976 | |
1967 | |
1958 |
Question 51 |
The Governor is appointed by
Judge | |
Prime Minister | |
Chief Minister | |
President |
Question 52 |
How long can a money bill be delayed by the Rajya Sabha?
Two months | |
Six months | |
30days | |
14 days |
Question 53 |
Which article permits Separate Constitution for the State of Jammu-Kashmir?
Article 370 | |
Article 390 | |
Article 161 | |
Article 356 |
Question 54 |
Arrange the Prime Minister of India in chronological order of their term in office
- Jawaharlal Nehru
- Tmt.Indira Gandhi
- Morarji Desai
- Thiru. Lal Bahadur Shastri
I,IV, II, III | |
I, II,III,IV | |
IV, I, III,II | |
II,III, IV,I |
Question 55 |
The word citizen is derived from
Greek | |
Latin | |
Spanish | |
Urudu |
Question 56 |
The Multi-Functionary at the district level is
District Health Officer | |
District Labour Officer | |
Tashsildar | |
District Collector |
Question 57 |
Consider the following statements:
- Assertion(A): Governor can promulgate ordinance when the state legislative is not in session under Article 213.
- Reason(R): These ordinance must be approved by the legislative within six months.
Both (A) and(R) are false | |
(A) is false and (R) is true | |
(A) is true and (R) is false | |
Both (A) and (R) are true |
Question 58 |
Usually the population of a Corporation is
5 lakhs | |
7 lakhs | |
8 lakhs | |
10 lakhs |
Question 59 |
The Right to Information Act was passed in the year
2003 | |
2004 | |
2005 | |
2006 |
Question 60 |
Where was the first municipal corporation established?
Madras | |
Bombay | |
Calcutta | |
Delhi |
Question 61 |
Match the following by choosing correct answer on the basis of formation of each states
- Kerala 1.1975
- Sikkim 2. 1966
- Haryana 3. 1986
- Mizoram 4. 1956+
4 3 1 2 | |
4 3 2 1 | |
4 1 2 3 | |
4 1 3 2 |
Question 62 |
Which of the following is correctly matched?
- Article 153 - Executive power of state
- Article 155 - Qualifications of Appointment as Governor
- Article 161 - Oath or affirmation by the Governor
- Article 167 - Duties of Chief Minister Regarding the furnishing of information with Governor
I | |
II | |
III | |
IV |
Question 63 |
Which of the following statements of Rajya Sabha is not true?
It is a continuous chamber | |
It is not subject to dissolution | |
1/3rd members retire every year | |
Retiring members are eligible for reelection and renomination |
Question 64 |
Which of the following statement is wrong?
- The Directive, principles of state policy are enumerated in Part IV of constitution.
- The fundamental rights are enshrined in art-III of the constitution.
- The term, secular to was added by the 44th constitutional Amendment Act of 1976
- The term ‘socialist’ was added by the 42nd Amendment of 1976
III | |
I and II | |
I, II and IV | |
IV |
Question 65 |
Which One is the correct statement?
- Mayor of the Corporation
Nominated by the President | |
Elected by the members of legislative assembly | |
Elected by the people | |
Nominated by the Governor |
Question 66 |
The Lokpal and Lokayukta Bill 1968 passed by the Lok Sabha lapsed because
Rajya Sabha rejected the bill | |
President withheld the bill | |
Joint committee of the two housed rejected the | |
Of early dissolution of fourth Lok Sabha |
Question 67 |
Which house of Indian Parliament can create a new All India service?
Lok Sabha | |
Rajya Sabha | |
Parliament house | |
None of the above |
Question 68 |
Panchayat raj is related with the following
- State Government
- Balwantray Mehta Committee
- 73rd Amendment
- Rural Development
I and III | |
II and III | |
I and IV | |
All |
Question 69 |
Consider the following statements:
- Assertion(A): The secret service expenditure is a limitation on the auditing role of the comptroller and Auditor general of India.
- Reason(R): The comptroller and Auditor general of India is controlled by the executive.
Both (A) and (R) are individually true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A) | |
Both (A) and (R) are individually true, But (R) is not the correct explanation of (A) | |
(A) is true but (R) is false | |
(A) is false but (R) is true |
Question 70 |
Which of the following is correctly matched?
- Constitution Articles
- Fundamental Rights 12 -35
- Fundamental Duties 36-51
- Directive Principles of state policy 51A
- Citizenship 1 to 4
I only | |
II and III | |
III and IV | |
IV only |
Question 71 |
The principal law officer of the government of India is
Advocate General | |
CAG | |
Attomey general | |
Chief secretary |
Question 72 |
Consider the following statements:
- The Supreme Court of India tenders advice to the President of India on matters of Law or fact.
- On its own initiative
- if he seeks such an advice
- only of the matters relate is the fundamental rights of the citizens
I only | |
II only | |
III only | |
I and II only |
Question 73 |
The chairman of Public Accounts Committee is appointed by the:
The Prime Minister | |
Speaker of the Lok Sabha | |
President | |
Union Finance Minister |
Question 74 |
The idea of including the emergency provision in the Constitution of India has been borrowed from the
Constitution of Canada | |
Weiner Constitution of Germany | |
Constitution of Ireland | |
Constitution of U.S.A. |
Question 75 |
The right to information Act came into force in
2004 | |
2005 | |
2006 | |
2007 |
Question 76 |
National Human Rights Commission is a
Constitutional body | |
Extra-Constitutional body | |
Statutory body | |
The result of cabinets resolution |
Question 77 |
‘Economic Justice’ as one of the objective of the Indian Constitution has been provided in
The preamble and the Fundamental Rights | |
The preamble and the Directive principles of state policy | |
The Fundamental Rights and the Directive principles of State Policy | |
None of these |
Question 78 |
Article 360 of the Indian constitution denotes
Proclamation of emergency | |
Financial emergency | |
President rule | |
National emergency |
Question 79 |
The concept of Directive Principles of state policy was borrowed from
Constitution of Germany | |
Iris Constitution | |
Constitution of Australia | |
Denmark Constitution |
Question 80 |
Who had said that the preamble is the keynote to the constitution?
Ernest Barker | |
K.M. Munshi | |
B.R. Ambedkar | |
D.D. Basu |
Question 81 |
Who was the ruler of the Princely State of Kashmir in 1947?
Ram Singh | |
Shah Nawaz Bhuti | |
Hari Singh | |
Riza Khan |
Question 82 |
With reference to Lok adalats, which of the following statements is correct?
Lok adalats have the jurisdiction to settle the matters at the pre-Litigative state and not those matters pending before any court | |
Lok adalats can deal with matters which are civil and not criminal nature | |
Every Lok adalat consists of either serving or retired Judicial officers only and not any other person | |
None of the Statements given above is correct |
Question 83 |
The parliament can make any law for whole or any part of India for implementing international treaties
With the consent of all the states | |
With the consent of the majority of states | |
With the consent of the states concerned | |
Without the consent of any state |
Question 84 |
Fundamental duties of the citizens were added in the constitution by the recommendation of
Swaran Singh committee | |
Santhanam committee | |
Shah committee | |
Mehta committee |
Question 85 |
Consider the following statements
- The foreign policy of any country stresses upon National security
- India’s foreign policy emphasizes on having autonomy in decision making process on global matters.
Both (A) and (B) are true | |
(A) is true and (B) is false | |
Only (A) is true | |
Only (B) is true |
Question 86 |
Which amendment incorporated socialism in the preamble of the Indian Constitution?
42 | |
43 | |
44 | |
41 |
Question 87 |
Panchayat Raj is based on the principles of:
Decentralization | |
Deconcentration | |
Democratic centralization | |
Democratic decentralization |
Question 88 |
The office of the District collector was created in:
1771 | |
1772 | |
1774 | |
1777 |
Question 89 |
A member of the State public service commission is removed from his office by the
President | |
Governor | |
Parliament | |
Legislative assembly |
Question 90 |
The anti-defection law was passed in the year
1955 | |
1965 | |
1975 | |
1985 |
Question 91 |
Gramma sabha includes:
All voters of the villages | |
All the adult citizens of the Village | |
All the elders | |
All the members of village Panchayat |
Question 92 |
Consider the following statements
- The recommendation of the finance commission are binding on the government.
- These are generally accepted by the government as a matter of convention.
I only | |
II only | |
Both I and II | |
Neither I nor II |
Question 93 |
Right to vote in India is a
Natural Right | |
Legal Right | |
Fundamental Right | |
Constitutional Right |
Question 94 |
Who decides the disputes regarding election of the President?
The Supreme Court | |
The Election Commission | |
The Parliament | |
Both Supreme Court and High Courts |
Question 95 |
Which of the following is NOT the power of the Prime Minister?
Recommend the names of the ministers for appointment | |
Advise the President | |
Appointment of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha | |
Head of the Government |
Question 96 |
A Government is classified as federal or unitary on the basis of
Relations between Centre and States | |
Relation between the Executive and the Legislature | |
Relations between three organs of Government | |
None of these |
Question 97 |
The power of Judicial Review in India is:
Explicit | |
Implicit | |
Given by the President | |
Given by the Parliament |
Question 98 |
One of the following states is NOT include in the Eastern Zonal Council.
Bihar | |
Sikkim | |
Orissa | |
West Bengal |
Question 99 |
Which one of the following is NOT appointed by Governor?
The Chief Minister | |
Advocate General | |
Member of the State Public Service Commission | |
Judges of the High Court |
Question 100 |
Right to Information Act, is a
Fundamental Right | |
Legal Right | |
Neither Fundamental nor Legal Right | |
Both Fundamental as well as Legal Right |
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