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Polity Questions in UPSC Prelims (2011- 2023) Part 8

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Polity Questions in UPSC Prelims (2011- 2023) Part 8

Topic Name Polity Questions in UPSC Prelims (2011- 2023) Part 8
No of Questions 20
1. According to the Constitution of India, which of the following are fundamental for the governance of the country? (2013)
2. What will follow if a Money Bill is substantially amended by the Rajya Sabha? (2013)
3. Consider the following statements:Attorney General of India can
  1. Take part 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? (2013)
4. The Parliament can make any law for whole or any part of India for implementing international treaties (2013)
5. 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 the Comptroller and Auditor General of India
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (2013)
6. 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.(2013)
7. Consider the following statements:
  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? (2013)
8. Consider the following statements:
  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? (2013)
9. With reference to National Legal Services Authority, consider the following statements:
  1. Its objective is to provide free and competent legal services to the weaker sections of the society on the basis of equal opportunity.
  2. It issues guidelines for the State Legal Services Authorities to implement the legal programmes and schemes throughout the country.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (2013)
10. The distribution of powers between the Centre and the States in the Indian Constitution is based on the scheme provided in the (2012)
11. Consider the following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Constitution of India:
  1. Securing for citizens of India a uniform civil code.
  2. Organizing village Panchayats
  3. Promoting cottage industries in rural areas
  4. Securing for all the workers reasonable leisure and cultural opportunities
Which of the above are the Gandhian Principles that are reflected in the Directive Principles of State Policy? (2012)
12. Which of the following is/are among the Fundamental Duties of citizens laid down in the Indian Constitution?
  1. To preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture
  2. To protect the weaker sections from social injustice
  3. To develop the scientific temper and spirit of inquiry
  4. To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity
Select the correct answer using the codes given below: (2012)
13. In the Parliament of India, the purpose of an adjournment motion is (2012)
14. Consider the following statements:
  1. Union Territories are not represented in the Rajya Sabha.
  2. It is within the purview of the Chief Election Commissioner to adjudicate the election disputes.
  3. According to the Constitution of India, the Parliament consists of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha only.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (2012)
15. Regarding the 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? (2012)
16. 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 (2012)
17. 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 codes the given below: (2012)
18. The Prime Minister of India, at the time of his/her appointment (2012)
19. Which of the following are included in the original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court?
  1. A dispute between the Government of India and one or more States.
  2. A dispute regarding elections to either House of the Parliament or that of Legislature of a State
  3. A dispute between the Government of India and a Union Territory
  4. A dispute between two or more States.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below: (2012)
20. What is the provision to safeguard the autonomy of the Supreme Court of India?
  1. While appointing the Supreme Court Judges, the President of India has to consult the Chief Justice of India.
  2. The Supreme Court Judges can be removed by the Chief Justice of India only.
  3. The salaries of the Judges are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India to which the legislature does not have to vote.
  4. All appointments of officers and staffs of the Supreme Court of India are made by the Government only after consulting the Chief Justice of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (2012)

 

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