Q. Which of the following is a feature of the federal structure of India?
A.
Single citizenship
B.
Bicameral legislature
C.
Division of powers
D.
Unitary system
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Solution
The division of powers between the central and state governments is a key feature of India's federal structure.
Correct Answer:
C
— Division of powers
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Q. Which of the following is a feature of the Indian parliamentary system?
A.
Bicameral legislature
B.
Single-party dominance
C.
Fixed tenure for the Prime Minister
D.
Direct election of the President
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Solution
The Indian parliamentary system features a bicameral legislature, consisting of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha.
Correct Answer:
A
— Bicameral legislature
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Q. Which of the following is a fundamental duty of civil servants under the Civil Services Conduct Rules?
A.
To uphold the Constitution
B.
To promote political parties
C.
To engage in business activities
D.
To ignore public grievances
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Solution
One of the fundamental duties of civil servants is to uphold the Constitution and the law.
Correct Answer:
A
— To uphold the Constitution
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Q. Which of the following is a fundamental duty of every citizen as per the Constitution of India?
A.
To vote in elections
B.
To pay taxes
C.
To promote harmony
D.
To serve in the military
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Solution
Promoting harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood is a fundamental duty of every citizen as per Article 51A of the Constitution.
Correct Answer:
C
— To promote harmony
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Q. Which of the following is a fundamental duty of every citizen as per the Constitution?
A.
To vote in elections
B.
To pay taxes
C.
To promote harmony
D.
To serve in the military
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Solution
Promoting harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood is a fundamental duty of every citizen as per Article 51A of the Constitution.
Correct Answer:
C
— To promote harmony
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Q. Which of the following is a fundamental duty related to the conduct of civil servants?
A.
To promote harmony
B.
To vote in elections
C.
To pay taxes
D.
To protect the environment
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Solution
Promoting harmony among the people is a fundamental duty that aligns with the conduct expected from civil servants.
Correct Answer:
A
— To promote harmony
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Q. Which of the following is a Fundamental Right guaranteed by the Indian Constitution?
A.
Right to Property
B.
Right to Equality
C.
Right to Work
D.
Right to Education
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Solution
The Right to Equality is one of the Fundamental Rights guaranteed by the Indian Constitution.
Correct Answer:
B
— Right to Equality
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Q. Which of the following is a key feature of the federal structure of India?
A.
Single citizenship
B.
Division of powers between the Centre and states
C.
Supremacy of the Parliament
D.
Unitary system of governance
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Solution
The division of powers between the Centre and states is a key feature of the federal structure of India.
Correct Answer:
B
— Division of powers between the Centre and states
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Q. Which of the following is a mandatory provision for the State Legislature under the 73rd Amendment?
A.
Establishment of Municipalities
B.
Elections for Panchayats
C.
Reservation of seats for SC/ST
D.
All of the above
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Solution
All of the above are mandatory provisions for the State Legislature under the 73rd Amendment.
Correct Answer:
D
— All of the above
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Q. Which of the following is a requirement for a bill to become law in India?
A.
Approval by the President
B.
Approval by both houses of Parliament
C.
Publication in the Official Gazette
D.
All of the above
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A bill must be approved by both houses of Parliament and receive the President's assent to become law.
Correct Answer:
D
— All of the above
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Q. Which of the following is a source of income for the Panchayati Raj institutions?
A.
Grants from the State Government
B.
Taxes levied by the Panchayat
C.
Loans from financial institutions
D.
All of the above
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Solution
Panchayati Raj institutions can generate income from various sources including grants from the State Government, taxes levied by the Panchayat, and loans from financial institutions.
Correct Answer:
D
— All of the above
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Q. Which of the following is NOT a feature of the 73rd Amendment of the Indian Constitution?
A.
Three-tier system of Panchayati Raj
B.
Reservation for women
C.
Elections to be held every year
D.
State Election Commission
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Solution
The 73rd Amendment does not provide for elections to be held every year; it mandates elections every 5 years.
Correct Answer:
C
— Elections to be held every year
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Q. Which of the following is NOT a feature of the federal structure of India?
A.
Distribution of powers between Centre and States
B.
Single citizenship
C.
Bicameral legislature
D.
Supremacy of the State Constitution
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Solution
The supremacy of the State Constitution is not a feature of India's federal structure; the Constitution of India is supreme.
Correct Answer:
D
— Supremacy of the State Constitution
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Q. Which of the following is NOT a function of the Gram Panchayat?
A.
Maintenance of public health
B.
Construction of roads
C.
Conducting elections
D.
Regulating markets
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Solution
Conducting elections is not a function of the Gram Panchayat; it is the responsibility of the Election Commission.
Correct Answer:
C
— Conducting elections
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Q. Which of the following is NOT a function of the Gram Sabha?
A.
Approval of the annual budget
B.
Monitoring the work of the Panchayat
C.
Electing the Sarpanch
D.
Conducting elections for the State Assembly
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Solution
Conducting elections for the State Assembly is not a function of the Gram Sabha; it is the responsibility of the Election Commission.
Correct Answer:
D
— Conducting elections for the State Assembly
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Q. Which of the following is NOT a function of the Parliament of India?
A.
Legislation
B.
Budget approval
C.
Judicial review
D.
Representation of the people
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Solution
Judicial review is not a function of the Parliament; it is a power of the judiciary.
Correct Answer:
C
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Q. Which of the following is NOT a Fundamental Duty of Indian citizens?
A.
To abide by the Constitution
B.
To promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood
C.
To pay taxes
D.
To protect the environment
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Solution
While paying taxes is a civic responsibility, it is not listed as a Fundamental Duty in the Constitution.
Correct Answer:
C
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Q. Which of the following is NOT a Fundamental Duty under the Constitution?
A.
To promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood
B.
To safeguard public property
C.
To pay taxes
D.
To protect the environment
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Solution
Paying taxes is a legal obligation but is not listed as a Fundamental Duty in the Constitution.
Correct Answer:
C
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Q. Which of the following is NOT a part of the basic structure of the Constitution?
A.
Judicial review
B.
Separation of powers
C.
Parliamentary sovereignty
D.
Federalism
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Solution
Parliamentary sovereignty is not considered a part of the basic structure of the Indian Constitution, which emphasizes the supremacy of the Constitution itself.
Correct Answer:
C
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Q. Which of the following is NOT a power of the Supreme Court of India?
A.
Judicial review
B.
Advisory jurisdiction
C.
Legislative power
D.
Original jurisdiction
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Solution
The Supreme Court does not have legislative power; it has judicial review, advisory jurisdiction, and original jurisdiction.
Correct Answer:
C
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Q. Which of the following is NOT a provision under the Civil Services Conduct Rules?
A.
Prohibition of bribery
B.
Regulation of political activities
C.
Mandatory retirement age
D.
Regulation of personal conduct
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Solution
Mandatory retirement age is not a provision under the Civil Services Conduct Rules; it is governed by separate regulations.
Correct Answer:
C
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Q. Which of the following is NOT a qualification for being a member of the Rajya Sabha?
A.
Must be a citizen of India
B.
Must be at least 30 years old
C.
Must be a graduate
D.
Must not be disqualified under any law
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Solution
There is no educational qualification required to be a member of the Rajya Sabha.
Correct Answer:
C
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Q. Which of the following is NOT a type of bill in the Indian Parliament?
A.
Ordinary Bill
B.
Money Bill
C.
Constitutional Amendment Bill
D.
Executive Bill
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Solution
There is no category known as 'Executive Bill' in the Indian Parliament.
Correct Answer:
D
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Q. Which of the following is NOT covered under the Civil Services Conduct Rules?
A.
Misuse of official position
B.
Acceptance of gifts
C.
Political affiliations
D.
Personal relationships
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Solution
Personal relationships are generally not covered under the Civil Services Conduct Rules, while the others are.
Correct Answer:
D
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Q. Which of the following is true about the appointment of judges in the High Courts?
A.
They are appointed by the President
B.
They are elected by the people
C.
They are appointed by the Prime Minister
D.
They are appointed by the Chief Justice of India
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Solution
Judges of the High Courts are appointed by the President of India, as per Article 217 of the Constitution.
Correct Answer:
A
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Q. Which of the following powers is NOT vested in the President of India?
A.
Appointing the Prime Minister
B.
Dissolving the Lok Sabha
C.
Making laws
D.
Appointing Governors
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Solution
The President does not have the power to make laws; this power is vested in the Parliament.
Correct Answer:
C
— Making laws
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Q. Which of the following rights is considered a Fundamental Duty under the Indian Constitution?
A.
Right to Education
B.
Right to Privacy
C.
To promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood
D.
Right to Information
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Solution
Promoting harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood is a Fundamental Duty under Article 51A.
Correct Answer:
C
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Q. Which of the following statements is true regarding the legislative process in India?
A.
A bill can be introduced in either House of Parliament
B.
Only the Rajya Sabha can introduce money bills
C.
The President can veto any bill passed by Parliament
D.
All bills must be passed by both Houses before becoming law
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Solution
A bill can be introduced in either House of Parliament, except for money bills which must be introduced in the Lok Sabha.
Correct Answer:
A
— A bill can be introduced in either House of Parliament
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Q. Which of the following statements is true regarding the passage of a bill?
A.
A bill must be passed by both houses in the same session
B.
A bill can be passed by one house and rejected by another
C.
A bill can be passed by a simple majority in both houses
D.
A bill can be passed without the President's assent
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Solution
A bill can be passed by a simple majority in both houses, but it requires the President's assent to become law.
Correct Answer:
C
— A bill can be passed by a simple majority in both houses
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Q. Which of the following statements is true regarding the State Legislative Assemblies?
A.
They can be dissolved by the Governor
B.
They cannot be dissolved
C.
They are permanent bodies
D.
They have a term of 6 years
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Solution
State Legislative Assemblies can be dissolved by the Governor.
Correct Answer:
A
— They can be dissolved by the Governor
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