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This section includes 2618 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your UPSC IAS Exam knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
| 1701. |
Protection of lakes is an objective expressly stated in which one of the following? |
| A. | Fundamental Duties |
| B. | Directive Principles of State Policy |
| C. | Fundamental Rights |
| D. | Eleventh Schedule to die Constitution |
| Answer» B. Directive Principles of State Policy | |
| 1702. |
Which one of the following is not included as a Fundamental Duty in the Constitution of India? |
| A. | To cherish and follow the noble ideals which inspired our national struggle. |
| B. | To develop the scientific temper, humanism and the spirit of inquiry and reform. |
| C. | To protect the minorities. |
| D. | To safeguard public property and to abjure violence |
| Answer» D. To safeguard public property and to abjure violence | |
| 1703. |
Following duties have been prescribed for the State and the citizens: 1. To develop scientific temper 2. To promote common broodier hood 3. To organise village panchayats 4. To minimizse the inequalities in income 5. To secure a uniform civil code 6. To defend the country Among these, the fundamental duties of the citizens would include: |
| A. | 1, 3 and 4 |
| B. | 3, 4 and 5 |
| C. | 1, 2 and 6 |
| D. | 2, 5 and 6 |
| Answer» D. 2, 5 and 6 | |
| 1704. |
Which one of die following is not a fundamental duty under Article 51-A of the Constitution o India? |
| A. | To render national service when called upon to do so |
| B. | To cast vote in die elections |
| C. | To strive for excellence |
| D. | To develop scientific temper |
| Answer» C. To strive for excellence | |
| 1705. |
Consider the following statements: Fundamental duties: 1. Have always been a part of the Constitution of India 2. Have been added drought an amendment 3. Are mandatory on all citizens of India Which of these statements is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 3 |
| B. | Only 1 |
| C. | Only 2 |
| D. | 2 and 3 |
| Answer» D. 2 and 3 | |
| 1706. |
Which one of the following is not a fundamental duty? |
| A. | To respect the National Anthem |
| B. | To safeguard public property |
| C. | To protect monuments and places of national importance |
| D. | To protect and improve the natural environment |
| Answer» D. To protect and improve the natural environment | |
| 1707. |
Consider the following statements: 1. The Gujral Doctrine of India is formulated on India's accommodating approach towards its smaller neighbours on the basis of the principle of non-reciprocity. 2. The Gujral Doctrine of India was initiated in 1994. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | Only |
| B. | Only 2 |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» B. Only 2 | |
| 1708. |
In which of the following years, India adopted its nuclear doctrine? |
| A. | 2000 |
| B. | 2002 |
| C. | 2003 |
| D. | 2004 |
| Answer» D. 2004 | |
| 1709. |
Which of the following Commonwealth Summit was hosted by India? |
| A. | 15th Summit |
| B. | 18th Summit |
| C. | 24th Summit |
| D. | 27th Summit |
| Answer» D. 27th Summit | |
| 1710. |
In which of the following years, was the Indo-China Treaty on Tibet signed? |
| A. | 1950 |
| B. | 1954 |
| C. | 1957 |
| D. | 1962 |
| Answer» C. 1957 | |
| 1711. |
Where was the First Asian Relations Conference held? |
| A. | Manila |
| B. | Tokyo |
| C. | New Delhi |
| D. | Colombo |
| Answer» D. Colombo | |
| 1712. |
Despite being a Republican State, India is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations whose head is the British Monarch. This is because: |
| A. | This membership does not affect me sovereign nature of the Indian Republic. |
| B. | This membership only shows that the British ruled over India. |
| C. | Members of the association are sovereign and independent. |
| D. | It is a symbol of the unity among the members of the association. |
| Answer» B. This membership only shows that the British ruled over India. | |
| 1713. |
Which one of the following does not come under the concept of Non-alignment? |
| A. | Foreign aid from all available sources |
| B. | Non-involvement in military alliances formulated in the context of Cold War |
| C. | Faith in isolationism |
| D. | A demand for a better deal from the North Countries or South Countries |
| Answer» D. A demand for a better deal from the North Countries or South Countries | |
| 1714. |
Which of the following are the principles of the Panchsheel? 1. Peaceful co-existence 2. Mutual protection of the environment 3. Mutual protection of indigenous population 4. Mutual non-aggression Select the correct answer using the codes given below: |
| A. | 2 and 3 |
| B. | 1 and 2 |
| C. | 1, 2 and 4 |
| D. | 1 and 4 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 1715. |
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I (Death the dignitary) List-II (Half-masting of the National Flag) A. Union cabinet Minister 1. Through India B. Chief justice of India 2. Through the state concerned C. Vice-president 3. Delhi D. Governor 4. Delhi and state capitals Codes: |
| A. | A-4 B-1 C-2 D-3 |
| B. | A-3 B-1 C-4 D-2 |
| C. | A-3 B-4 C-2 D-1 |
| D. | A-4 B-3 C-1 D-2 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 1716. |
The privilege of flying the national flag on motor cars is limited to the: 1. President 2. Vice-President 3. Governors 4. Lieutenant Governors Select the correct answer using the codes given below: |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| D. | 1 and 3 |
| Answer» D. 1 and 3 | |
| 1717. |
Consider the following statements: 1. The National Flag shall be rectangular in shape. 2. The ratio of the length to the height (width) of the flag shall be 4 : 3. 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 | |
| 1718. |
Who of the following dignitaries may fly the national flag on their cars, whenever they consider it necessary or advisable? 1. Deputy Minister of a State 2. Chairman of a State Legislative Council 3. Union Cabinet Minister 4. Head of Indian Mission Select the correct answer using the codes given below: |
| A. | 2 and 3 |
| B. | 1 and 4 |
| C. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| D. | 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» D. 2, 3 and 4 | |
| 1719. |
Consider the following statements: 1. The Flag Code of India, 2002, took effect from January 26, 2002 and superseded the Flag Code-India" as it existed earlier. 2. For the sake of convenience, the Flag Code of India, 2002, has been divided into four parts. 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 | |
| 1720. |
Assertion (A): The qualifications which shall be requisite for appointment as the members of the Finance Commission are distinctly stated in the Constitution of India. Reason (R): Finance Commission I constituted under Article 280 of the Constitution 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» E. | |
| 1721. |
Which one of the following is not correct about Finance Commission? |
| A. | The members of the Commission are appointed by the President. |
| B. | It is to act as a balancing wheel of Indian fiscal federalism. |
| C. | The qualifications of members of the Commission are determined by the Parliament. |
| D. | It is constituted under the provisions of Article 180 of the Constitution of India. |
| Answer» E. | |
| 1722. |
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I (Finance commission) List-II (chairman) A. First finance 1. P.V Rajamannar B. Fourth finance commission 2. K.C Neogy C. Sixth finance 3. Y.B Chavan D. Eighth finance commission 4. Brahamananda Reddy Codes: |
| A. | A-2 B-1 C-4 D-3 |
| B. | A-4 B-3 C-2 D-1 |
| C. | A-2 B-3 C-4 D-1 |
| D. | A-4 B-1 C-2 D-3 |
| Answer» B. A-4 B-3 C-2 D-1 | |
| 1723. |
Assertion (A): The Finance Commission prescribes the framework for the working of the Planning Commission. Reason (R): The jurisdiction and functions of the Finance Commission are outlined in the Constitution 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» E. | |
| 1724. |
Which one of the following statements about the Finance Commission is not correct? |
| A. | The Commission comprises a Chairman and four other members. |
| B. | The Parliament is authorised to determine by law the qualifications of the members of the Commission. |
| C. | All the appointments are made by the President of India. |
| D. | All the members have to be from Indian Economic Service or Indian Statistical Service. |
| Answer» E. | |
| 1725. |
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I (Function) List-II (Authority) A. Principles governing grants in aid to state 1. President of India B. Coordination in the central secretariat 2. Chief minister C. Appointment of High court judges 3. Finance commission D. Alternative Expenditure policy 4. Cabinet secretary 5. Estimates committee Codes: |
| A. | A-1 B-5 C-2 D-4 |
| B. | A-3 B-4 C-1 D-5 |
| C. | A-1 B-4 C-2 D-5 |
| D. | A-3 B-5 C-1 D-4 |
| Answer» C. A-1 B-4 C-2 D-5 | |
| 1726. |
Consider the following statements with regard to the Finance Commission: 1. The recommendations of the Finance Commission cover a period of five years. 2. The Report of me Finance Commission is submitted to the Prime Minister. 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 | |
| 1727. |
In which Article of our Constitution, is the Finance Commission dealt with? |
| A. | Article 280 |
| B. | Article 380 |
| C. | Article 281 |
| D. | Article 381 |
| Answer» B. Article 380 | |
| 1728. |
Which of the following is/are the functions of the Finance Commission? 1. Making recommendations as to the principles governing grants-in-aid of the revenues of the States. 2. To suggest measures to augment the Consolidated Fund of India. Select the correct answer using the codes given below: |
| A. | Only1 |
| B. | Only 2 |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» B. Only 2 | |
| 1729. |
Which one among the following is the function of the Finance Commission? |
| A. | Preparation of the Central Budget |
| B. | Assessing income tax proceeds |
| C. | Determining the principles governing grants-in-aid the states |
| D. | Exercising control over Government expenditure |
| Answer» D. Exercising control over Government expenditure | |
| 1730. |
Statement I: The Finance Commission depends mainly on the data and information of the financial needs of the states, supplied by the states diem selves. Statement II: This information and data may not be free from the hidden unrealities; and an attempt to secure more financial assistance and window dressing of the financial position of the states cannot be ruled out. Codes: |
| A. | Both the statements are individually true and Statement II is the correct explanation of Statement I. |
| B. | Both the statements are individually true but Statement II is not the correct explanation of Statement I. |
| C. | Statement I is true but Statement II is false. |
| D. | Statement I is false but Statement II is true. |
| Answer» C. Statement I is true but Statement II is false. | |
| 1731. |
Consider the following statements about the Finance Commission: 1. The duty of the Finance Commission is to make recommendations as to the distribution of revenue resources between the Union and the States. 2. It is appointed every fifth year by the President of India. 3. It raises revenue for central financial transfers to the States. 4. It borrows money from the market for central grants to the States. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1 only |
| D. | 2 and 4 |
| Answer» B. 1, 2 and 3 | |
| 1732. |
The qualifications for the members of Finance Commission: |
| A. | Are laid down in the Constitution of India |
| B. | Can be prescribed by the Parliament of India |
| C. | Can be prescribed by the President of India |
| D. | Can be prescribed by the Union Finance Minister |
| Answer» C. Can be prescribed by the President of India | |
| 1733. |
Consider the following statements: The Finance Commission makes recommendation to the President in respect of: 1. The distribution of net proceeds of taxes to be shared between the Union and the States 2. Assessment of natural, capital and human resources 3. The principles governing grants-in-aid to the States 4. Any other matter concerning financial relations between the Union and the States Of these statements: |
| A. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 are correct |
| B. | 2 and 4 are correct |
| C. | 1, 3 and 4 are correct |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 are correct |
| Answer» D. 1, 2 and 3 are correct | |
| 1734. |
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I (Bodies) List-II (Article) A. Finance commission 1. Article 148 B. Union public service commission 2. Article 280 C. Election commission 3. Article 315 D. Comptroller and Auditor general of India 4. Article 324 Codes: |
| A. | A-1 B-2 C-2 D-3 |
| B. | A-2 B-3 C-4 D-1 |
| C. | A-4 B-3 C-2 D-1 |
| D. | A-2 B-1 C-4 D-3 |
| Answer» C. A-4 B-3 C-2 D-1 | |
| 1735. |
The principles concerning the provisions of the grants-in-aid to the States out of the Consolidated Fund of India are recommended by the: |
| A. | Planning Commission |
| B. | Administrative Reforms Commission |
| C. | Finance Commission |
| D. | Public Accounts Committee |
| Answer» D. Public Accounts Committee | |
| 1736. |
The Finance Commission recommends the distribution of the net proceeds of the Union Government arising from: |
| A. | All taxes between the Union and the States |
| B. | Specified taxes among the States only |
| C. | All sources including taxes, fees and surcharges between the Union and the States |
| D. | Specified taxes without the surcharge between the Union and the States |
| Answer» E. | |
| 1737. |
On which of the following matters, does the Finance Commission make recommendations to the President of India? 1. The distribution between Union and States of net proceeds of taxes and allocation between the States of their respective shares of such proceeds. 2. The principles which should govern the grants-in-aid of the revenues of the States out of the Consolidated Fund of India. 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 |
| Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 1738. |
The best form of federalism suited for countries like India is: |
| A. | Centralised federalism |
| B. | Bargaining federalism |
| C. | Cooperative federalism |
| D. | Conflicting federalism |
| Answer» D. Conflicting federalism | |
| 1739. |
Assertion (A): India is a Union of States and not a Federal State. Reason (R): In the Indian Constitution, the Centre is given emergency powers which convert the Federal State into a Unitary State. 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 | |
| 1740. |
What does the term "Federation" imply? |
| A. | Fusion of powers |
| B. | Separation of powers |
| C. | Division of powers |
| D. | Devolution of powers |
| Answer» D. Devolution of powers | |
| 1741. |
The quotation, "The Indian Constitution establishes, indeed, a system of government which is at the most quasi-federal, a unitary State with subsidiary federal features rather than the federal State with unitary features" is attributed to: |
| A. | I. Jennings |
| B. | G. Austin |
| C. | K. C. Where |
| D. | HJ. Laski |
| Answer» D. HJ. Laski | |
| 1742. |
When can the Parliament legislate on a subject in the state list? |
| A. | If the Parliament passes a resolution to that effect in the national interest. |
| B. | If the Supreme Court grants necessary authority to the Parliament. |
| C. | If the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by two-thirds majority declaring that the subject in the state list under consideration is of national importance. |
| D. | If the President issues an ordinance transferring the subject from the state list to the union or the concurrent lists. |
| Answer» D. If the President issues an ordinance transferring the subject from the state list to the union or the concurrent lists. | |
| 1743. |
Assertion (A): Article 1 of the Constitution of India describes India as a Union of States rather than a federal state. Reason (R): Indian federation is not the result of an agreement by the units; and the component units have no freedom to secede from it. 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 | |
| 1744. |
The Constitution of India is federal in character because: |
| A. | The Head of the State (the President) is elected by an electoral college consisting of the elected members of both the Houses of Parliament and the elected members of the Legislative Assemblies of the States. |
| B. | The Governors of States are appointed by the President and they hold office during the pleasure of the President. |
| C. | There is distribution of powers between the Union and the States. |
| D. | The amendment of the Constitution can be made only by following the procedure laid down in the Constitution and in some cases the amendment requires ratification by Legislatures of the States. |
| Answer» D. The amendment of the Constitution can be made only by following the procedure laid down in the Constitution and in some cases the amendment requires ratification by Legislatures of the States. | |
| 1745. |
Who, among the following, expressed the view that the Indian Constitution is federal in as much as it establishes what may be called a Dual Polity? |
| A. | H.M. Seervai |
| B. | K.C. Wheare |
| C. | B. R. Ambedkar |
| D. | Ivor Jennings |
| Answer» D. Ivor Jennings | |
| 1746. |
Which one among the following pairs of level of government and legislative power is not cor- rectly matched? |
| A. | Central government : Union list |
| B. | Local government : Residuary powers |
| C. | State government : State list |
| D. | Central state government : Concurrent list |
| Answer» C. State government : State list | |
| 1747. |
Which among the following is/are the feature (s) of a Federal State? 1. The powers of the Central and the State (Constituent Unit) Governments are clearly laid down. 2. It has an unwritten 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 |
| Answer» B. Only 2 | |
| 1748. |
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I (forms of government) List-II (Essential features) A. Cabinet government 1. Separation of powers B. Presidential government 2. Collective responsibility C. Federal government 3. Concentration of powers D. Unitary government 4. Division of powers 5. Administrative law |
| A. | A-3 B-4 C-2 D-5 |
| B. | A-2 B-1 C-4 D-3 |
| C. | A-3 B-5 C-1 D-2 |
| D. | A-4 B-1 C-2 D-5 |
| Answer» 3orr53t 1nsw5r:. A-4 B-1 C-2 D-5 | |
| 1749. |
Parliament has power to legislate with respect to a matter in the State list provided it is in the: |
| A. | National interest |
| B. | Interest of the state concerned |
| C. | Interest of the public |
| D. | Interest of the minority |
| Answer» 1 , 2. Interest of the state concerned | |
| 1750. |
Assertion (A): K.C. Where calls Indian Constitution a quasi-federal Constitution. Reason (R): There are three lists (Union, State and Concurrent) in the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India dividing powers between the Centre and the state and giving residuary powers to the central government. 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 | |