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| 651. |
Which one of the following statements is correct? The estimates which relate to expenditure charged upon the Consolidated Fund of India: |
| A. | Can be discussed in the House of People only |
| B. | Can be discussed in the Council of States only |
| C. | Can be discussed in either House of Parliament |
| D. | Cannot be discussed in any House of Parliament |
| Answer» D. Cannot be discussed in any House of Parliament | |
| 652. |
Which one of the following statements related to Money Bills is not correct? |
| A. | It cannot be introduced in the Council of States. |
| B. | If any question arises whether the bill is Money Bill or not, the decision of the Lok Sabha Speaker is final. |
| C. | In case of a deadlock over a Money Bill, the President can summon a joint sitting of Parliament. |
| D. | A Money Bill cannot be introduced except on the recommendation of the President. |
| Answer» D. A Money Bill cannot be introduced except on the recommendation of the President. | |
| 653. |
Which of the following statements about the reasons for separation of the Railway Budget from the General Budget are correct? 1. To introduce flexibility in railway finance management 2. To facilitate a business approach to the railway policy 3. To secure stability of the general revenues by providing an assured annual contribution from railway revenues 4. To enable the railways to keep their profits for their own development Select the correct answer using the codes given below: |
| A. | 2, 3 and 4 only |
| B. | 1 and 4 only |
| C. | 1, 2 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 654. |
The Railway Budget was separated from the Central Budget in the year |
| A. | 1920 |
| B. | 1921 |
| C. | 1922 |
| D. | 1923 |
| Answer» C. 1922 | |
| 655. |
Vote on account means: |
| A. | The expenditure charged on the Consolidated Fund of India is not submitted to the vote of Parliament. |
| B. | A proposal submitted by Finance Minister before presenting the budget. |
| C. | To bring a proposal related to the speech of the President before the joint session of die Parliament. |
| D. | If the budget is not passed before 1st April, me Parliament is authorised to sanction any grant in advance to meet the expenses. |
| Answer» E. | |
| 656. |
If a member of either House of Parliament is without the permission of the House absent from all meetings thereof for more than a certain period, the House may declare his seat vacant. What is the duration of this period? |
| A. | 60 days |
| B. | 45 days |
| C. | 30 days |
| D. | 15 days |
| Answer» B. 45 days | |
| 657. |
Consider the following statements regarding money bills: 1. They originate in Lok Sabha 2. They originate in Rajya Sabha 3. Rajya Sabha can recommend amendments. 4. Both the Houses have equal powers over them. Which of these statements is / are correct? |
| A. | Only 1 |
| B. | 1 and 3 |
| C. | Only 2 |
| D. | Only 4 |
| Answer» C. Only 2 | |
| 658. |
The Lok Sabha Secretariat comes under direct supervision of the: |
| A. | Ministry of Home Affairs |
| B. | Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs |
| C. | Prime Minister's Office |
| D. | Speaker of the Lok Sabha |
| Answer» E. | |
| 659. |
A non-money bill passed by the Parliament is returned by the President to Parliament for reconsideration. It is passed once again by the Parliament without any change. Now, the: |
| A. | President can again withhold his assent |
| B. | Bill will automatically lapse |
| C. | Bill will be referred to the Supreme Court |
| D. | President will give his assent |
| Answer» E. | |
| 660. |
Which one of the following is the correct sequence through which an Ordinary Bill passes through in the Parliament? |
| A. | Authentication, Discussion of Principles, Clause-by-Clause consideration. Post-introduction motion. Assent |
| B. | Post-introduction motion, Discussion of Principles, Clause-by-Clause consideration, Authentication, Assent |
| C. | Discussion of Principles, Authentication, Post-introduction motion, Clause-by-Clause consideration, Assent |
| D. | Discussion of Principles, Post-introduction motion, Clause-by-Clause consideration, Authentication, Assent |
| Answer» C. Discussion of Principles, Authentication, Post-introduction motion, Clause-by-Clause consideration, Assent | |
| 661. |
Which one of the following statements holds good in respect of the Rajya Sabha? |
| A. | One-third of its members retire after every three years. |
| B. | Two-thirds of its members retire after every three years. |
| C. | Two-thirds of its members retire after every two years. |
| D. | One-third of its members retire after every two years. |
| Answer» E. | |
| 662. |
During the discussion on the Demands for Grants, cut motions can be moved to reduce the amount of a demand. Which of the following categories are classified as cut-motion? 1. Policy cut 2. Economy cut 3. Token cut 4. Programme cut Select the correct answer using the codes given below: |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 2 and 4 |
| C. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| D. | 3 and 4 |
| Answer» D. 3 and 4 | |
| 663. |
Consider the following statements: 1. A Bill returned by the President for reconsideration does not lapse on the dissolution of the Lok Sabha. 2. A Bill passed by the Lok Sabha and pending in the Rajya Sabha lapses on the dissolution of the Lok Sabha. 3. A Bill under consideration of the Lok Sabha lapses when the Lok Sabha is prorogued. 4. A Bill pending in the Rajya Sabha but not passed by the Lok Sabha does not lapse on the dissolution of the Lok Sabha. Which of the statements given above are correct? |
| A. | 2, 3 and 4 only |
| B. | 1 and 2 only |
| C. | 3 and 4 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 4 only |
| Answer» E. | |
| 664. |
Which one of the following is not a measure of control exercised by the Parliament over government? |
| A. | Asking questions |
| B. | Committees system |
| C. | Review of decision |
| D. | No-confidence motion |
| Answer» D. No-confidence motion | |
| 665. |
Vote of Credit provides for making |
| A. | An exceptional grant which forms no part of current service of any financial year |
| B. | Any grant in advance in respect of estimated expenditure for a part of any financial year |
| C. | A grant for meeting an unexpected demand upon resources of India |
| D. | A grant for additional expenditure upon new service not contemplated in the financial year |
| Answer» D. A grant for additional expenditure upon new service not contemplated in the financial year | |
| 666. |
Payments from the Consolidated Fund of India are authorised by the |
| A. | Money Bill |
| B. | Appropriation Act |
| C. | Finance Act |
| D. | Consolidated Fund Act |
| Answer» C. Finance Act | |
| 667. |
Which one of the following schedules of the Constitution of India deals with allocation of seats in the Council of States? |
| A. | Third Schedule |
| B. | Fourth Schedule |
| C. | Fifth Schedule |
| D. | Sixth Schedule |
| Answer» C. Fifth Schedule | |
| 668. |
Assertion (A): Money bills originate only in the Lower House of Parliament. Reason (R): The Lower House of the Parliament is a popularly elected body. Codes: |
| A. | Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A |
| B. | Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A |
| C. | A is true but R is false |
| D. | A is false but R is true |
| Answer» B. Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A | |
| 669. |
Which one of the following statements is correct? Parliament can make a law with respect to a matter in the state list in the national interest if: |
| A. | The President of India gives permission |
| B. | The Parliament passes a resolution |
| C. | A State makes a request |
| D. | The Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by a two-thirds majority |
| Answer» E. | |
| 670. |
Consider the following statements: 1. Since the sums required to meet expenditure described by the Constitution of India as expenditure charged upon the Consolidated Fund of India are not submitted to the vote of Parliament, no House is competent to discuss these estimates. 2. Annual Finance Bill provides the legal authority for the withdrawal of sums from the Consolidated Fund of India. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? |
| A. | Only 1 |
| B. | Only 2 |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 671. |
The method of election of the members of the Rajya Sabha on the basis of proportional representation by the State Legislatures was borrowed from the |
| A. | Constitution of U.S.A. |
| B. | Constitution of Australia |
| C. | Constitution of South Africa |
| D. | Constitution of Ireland |
| Answer» D. Constitution of Ireland | |
| 672. |
Which one of the following powers of the Rajya Sabha is provided in the Constitution of India? |
| A. | To reject or amend a money bill |
| B. | To decide whether a bill is a money bill |
| C. | To vote for public expenditure |
| D. | To delay a money bill for a period not exceeding fourteen days. |
| Answer» E. | |
| 673. |
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer by using the codes given below: List-I (parliamentary device) List-II (substance) A. Cut motion 1. To draw attention of the ministers on the matters of urgent public importance B. Call attention motion 2. To draw attention of the speaker towards incorrect or incomplete answer by ministers C. Privilege motion 3. To move a proposal to reduce expenditure on the budget proposals D Adjournment motion 4. To interrupt the normal business of the House 5. To conclude a discussion on demand for grants Codes: |
| A. | A-3 B-1 C-2 D-4 |
| B. | A-2 B-4 C-5 D-1 |
| C. | A-3 B-4 C-2 D-1 |
| D. | A-2 B-1 C-5 D-4 |
| Answer» B. A-2 B-4 C-5 D-1 | |
| 674. |
What is the maximum period that shall not intervene between last sitting in one session and the date appointed for first sitting in the next session for each House of Parliament? |
| A. | Four months |
| B. | Five months |
| C. | Six months |
| D. | Eight months |
| Answer» D. Eight months | |
| 675. |
The Rajya Sabha has exclusive jurisdiction in: |
| A. | Approving a proclamation of emergency |
| B. | The creation and abolition of States |
| C. | The election of the Vice-President |
| D. | Authorising Parliament to legislate on a subject in the State List |
| Answer» E. | |
| 676. |
Consider the following statements: A Bill is deemed to be a Money Bill if it contains only provisions dealing with the: 1. Alteration or regulation of any tax 2. Regulation of the borrowing of money by the government 3. Appropriation of moneys out of the Consolidated Fund of India 4. Custody of the Contingency Fund of India Which of the above statements are correct? |
| A. | 1, 2 and 3 only |
| B. | 2, 3 and 4 only |
| C. | 1 and 4 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 677. |
Assertion (A): After a Money Bill is passed by the Lok Sabha and transmitted to the Rajya Sabha, the recommendations of the Rajya Sabha have to be accepted by the Lok Sabha within 14 days from receipt of the recommendations and then get the incorporated in the Bill. Reason (R): A Money Bill cannot be introduced in the Rajya Sabha. Codes: |
| A. | Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| B. | Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A. |
| C. | A is true but R is false. |
| D. | A is false but R is true. |
| Answer» E. | |
| 678. |
How much is the quorum of a House of Parliament of India? |
| A. | One-half of the membership of the House |
| B. | One-third of the membership of the House |
| C. | Two-third of the membership of the House |
| D. | One-tenth of the membership of the House |
| Answer» E. | |
| 679. |
Which one of the following events is not considered to be an indication of loss of confidence of the lower House of the Parliament? |
| A. | Adjournment motion is carried |
| B. | Vote of thanks on the President's address is not carried |
| C. | Cut on Money Bill is passed |
| D. | Censure motion is passed |
| Answer» B. Vote of thanks on the President's address is not carried | |
| 680. |
Consider the following statements: 1. The Chairman of the Council of States or Speaker of the House of the People or person acting as such, shall not vote at any sitting of either House of Parliament or joint sitting of the House in the first instance, but shall have and exercise a casting vote in the case of an equality of votes. 2. A person is qualified to fill a seat in the Council of States or House of the People if he is not less than twenty-five years of age. 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 |
| Answer» B. Only 2 | |
| 681. |
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer by using the codes given below: List-I (parliamentary) List-II (implications) A. Division 1. Brings the debate to a close B. Guillotine 2. Formal proposal made by a member to the house C. Motion 3. Relates to interpretation or enforcement of eh rules of procedure or constitution D. Point of order 4. Concludes discussion on demand for grants 5. Mode of arriving at a decision Codes: |
| A. | A-4 B-5 C-1 D-2 |
| B. | A-5 B-4 C-1 D-3 |
| C. | A-5 B-4 C-2 D-3 |
| D. | A-4 B-5 C-2 D-1 |
| Answer» D. A-4 B-5 C-2 D-1 | |
| 682. |
The object of the adjournment motion in Parliament is to: |
| A. | Collect information from the ministers |
| B. | Make a cut in the budget proposals |
| C. | Criticize a particular policy of the Government |
| D. | Topple the Government |
| Answer» D. Topple the Government | |
| 683. |
What does the 'Rule of Lapse' mean? |
| A. | All pending bills in Parliament lapse with its prorogation. |
| B. | All appropriations voted by the Parliament expire at the end of the financial year. |
| C. | The demand for grants of a ministry lapses with criticism of its policy by the opposition. |
| D. | The appropriation bill lapses if it is not returned by the Rajya Sabha within 14 days. |
| Answer» C. The demand for grants of a ministry lapses with criticism of its policy by the opposition. | |
| 684. |
Consider the following statements: The expenditure charged on the Consolidated Fund of India comprises: 1. Pension payable to Judges of High Court 2. Debt charges for which the Government of India is liable 3. Salary, allowances and pension payable to Comptroller and Auditor General of India Which of the statements given above are correct? |
| A. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| B. | 1 and 3 only |
| C. | 2 and 3 only |
| D. | 1 and 2 only |
| Answer» B. 1 and 3 only | |
| 685. |
Assertion (A): The estimates that relate to the expenditure charged upon the Consolidate Fund of India shall not be submitted to the vote of Parliament. Reason (R): Parliament is not empowered to discuss expenditure charged upon the Consolidated Fund of India. Codes: |
| A. | Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A |
| B. | Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A |
| C. | A is true but R is false |
| D. | A is false but R is true |
| Answer» D. A is false but R is true | |
| 686. |
Consider the following statements: 1. The nature of a Bill, if it is certified by the Speaker of the House of People as a Money Bill, is not open to question in a Court of Law. 2. The President of India has the power to question the nature of a Bill to be taken as a Money Bill even if it is certified to be so by the Speaker of the House of People. Which of the statement(s) given above is / are correct? |
| A. | Only 1 |
| B. | Only 2 |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» B. Only 2 | |
| 687. |
According to the Constitution, the Lok Sabha must meet at least: |
| A. | Thrice each year with no more than two months between sessions |
| B. | Twice each year with no more than three months between sessions |
| C. | Twice each year with no more than four months between sessions |
| D. | Twice each year with no more than six months between sessions |
| Answer» E. | |
| 688. |
Consider the following statements: 1. After the demands for grants in the Annual Financial Statement are voted by the Lok Sabha, the grants so made as well as the expenditure charged on the Consolidated Fund of India are incorporated in the Annual Finance Bill. 2. The taxing proposals of the budget are included in an Appropriation Bill. 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 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 689. |
Which one of the following statements is not correct? |
| A. | An Appropriation Act is not essential for passing a grant under a Vote of Credit. |
| B. | Re-appropriation does not involve any additional expenditure. |
| C. | The Rajya Sabha has no power to vote on the demands for grants. |
| D. | No amendment can be proposed in the Appropriation Bill in either House of Parliament. |
| Answer» B. Re-appropriation does not involve any additional expenditure. | |
| 690. |
Consider the following statements: 1. A Bill pending in the Rajya Sabha which has not been passed by the Lok Sabha shall lapse on dissolution of the Lok Sabha. 2. A Bill pending in Parliament shall lapse by reason of the prorogation of the Houses. 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 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 691. |
Who makes provisions with respect to the maintenance of accounts by the Panchayats and the auditing of such accounts? |
| A. | Finance Commission of the concern State |
| B. | Legislature of the State |
| C. | Comptroller and Auditor General of India |
| D. | District Collector |
| Answer» C. Comptroller and Auditor General of India | |
| 692. |
73rd Amendment to the Constitution of India provides for: |
| A. | Two tiers of Panchayati Raj institutions at the village and district levels |
| B. | Two tiers of Panchayati Raj institutions at the village and block levels |
| C. | Two tiers of Panchayati Raj institutions at the block and district levels |
| D. | Three tiers of Panchayati Raj institutions at the village, block and district levels. |
| Answer» E. | |
| 693. |
Consider the following Committees set up to study the structure, powers and functions to be as- signed to Panchayati Raj Institutions: 1. Santhanam Committee 2. Ashok Mehta Committee 3. Balwantrai Mehta Committee G.V.K. Rao Committee Which one of the following is their correct chronological order? |
| A. | 3-4-2-1 |
| B. | 2-1-3-4 |
| C. | 3-1-2-4 |
| D. | 2-4-3-1 |
| Answer» D. 2-4-3-1 | |
| 694. |
Consider the following statements with respect to the 73rd Constitutional Amendment: 1. For 27% reservation to the Other Backward Classes. 2. That the chairperson of the panchayat at intermediate/district level shall be elected by, and from amongst the elected members thereof. 3. For reservation for SCs/STs. 4. For uniform five-year term for local bodies. Which of these is/are correct? |
| A. | Only 1 |
| B. | 1 and 2 |
| C. | 2, 3 and 4 |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» D. 1, 2, 3 and 4 | |
| 695. |
As per Article 243-H of 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, the Legislature of a State, may by law, provide for making grants-in-aid to the Panchayats from: |
| A. | Contingency Fund of the President |
| B. | Contingency Fund of the Governor |
| C. | Consolidated Fund of the State |
| D. | Consolidated Fund of India |
| Answer» D. Consolidated Fund of India | |
| 696. |
The Eleventh Schedule of the Constitution relating to the Panchayats contains: |
| A. | 18 items |
| B. | 28 items |
| C. | 19 items |
| D. | 29 items |
| Answer» E. | |
| 697. |
The Ashok Mehta Committee (1977) was recommended for the establishment of: |
| A. | Mandal Panchayat |
| B. | Nagar Panchayat |
| C. | Panchayat Samiti |
| D. | Gram Panchayat |
| Answer» B. Nagar Panchayat | |
| 698. |
Which of the following are provided for in the 73rd Constitutional Amendment? 1. Elections through the Chief Election Commissioner. 2. Devolution of functions by the state government. 3. Creation of the State Finance Commission. 4. Setting up a three-tiered Indian Federation. Select the correct answer from the codes given below: |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | 3 and 4 |
| D. | 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 699. |
Who recommends to the Governor the principles which should govern the distribution between the State and the Panchayats of the net proceeds of the taxes, tolls and fees leviable by the state which may be divided between them? |
| A. | Zilla Parishad |
| B. | Chief Minister |
| C. | Finance Minister of the State |
| D. | State Finance Commission |
| Answer» E. | |
| 700. |
Which one of the following committees recommended the separation of regulatory and development functions at the district level? |
| A. | Dantwallah Committee |
| B. | Hanumantha Rao Committee |
| C. | Kothari Committee |
| D. | G.V.K. Rao Committee |
| Answer» E. | |