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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.
| 1751. |
The structure of the Indian Constitution is: |
| A. | Federal in form and unitary in spirit |
| B. | Unitary |
| C. | Unitary in form and federal in spirit |
| D. | Pure federal |
| Answer» B. Unitary | |
| 1752. |
Under the Indian Constitution, the residuary powers are vested in the: |
| A. | Executive |
| B. | Judiciary |
| C. | Parliament |
| D. | State legislatures |
| Answer» D. State legislatures | |
| 1753. |
Which of the following federal principles are not found in Indian federation? 1. Bifurcation of the judiciary between the Federal and State Governments 2. Equality of representation of the states in the upper house of the Federal Legislature 3. The Union cannot be destroyed by any state seceding from the Union at its will 4. Federal Government can redraw the map of the Indian Union by forming new States Select the correct answer using the codes given below: |
| A. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| B. | 2, 3 and 4 |
| C. | 1 and 2 |
| D. | 3 and 4 |
| Answer» D. 3 and 4 | |
| 1754. |
Assertion (A): An imminent danger of war or external aggression is not enough for the proclamation of emergency. Reason (R): The Proclamation of Emergency shall cease to operate at die expiration of one month unless approved by both the Houses of Parliament. 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. | |
| 1755. |
In case of declaration of financial emergency: |
| A. | All the State Governments will be dissolved and management of economy will be taken over by the Union Government |
| B. | All Money Bills of the states will be considered and passed only by the Parliament |
| C. | All the State Assemblies will be put under suspended animation and laws on the State List will be enacted by Parliament |
| D. | The President may give such directions to the states as may be deemed necessary for economic recovery and salaries of officials may be temporarily reduced |
| Answer» E. | |
| 1756. |
Consider the following statements: The Supreme Court judgement in S.R. Bommai vs. Union of India has been interpreted to mean that the Governor can dismiss a Council of Ministers or die Chief Minister: 1. At his pleasure on his subjective estimate of the strength of the Chief Minister in the Assembly 2. When the Legislative Assembly has expressed its want of confidence in the Council of Ministers. 3. When a measure of die Council of Ministers has been defeated on the floor of the Assembly. 4. When a censure motion against the Council of Ministers has been rejected in the Legislative Assembly. Which of the statements given above are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1 and 3 |
| D. | 3 and 4 |
| Answer» C. 1 and 3 | |
| 1757. |
Law made by the Parliament with respect to any matter enumerated in State List, during a proclamation of national emergency, will cease to have effect in which one of the following conditions? |
| A. | When the proclamation of emergency has ceased to operate |
| B. | When it is repealed by the Parliament |
| C. | On the expiration of six months after the proclamation of emergency has ceased to operate |
| D. | On the expiration of one year after the proclamation of emergency has ceased to operate |
| Answer» D. On the expiration of one year after the proclamation of emergency has ceased to operate | |
| 1758. |
Consider the following statements: Proclamation of Emergency under Article 352 of the Constitution of India: 1. Requires written communication of the Union Cabinet to the President to that effect. 2. Can be issued for the whole of India or part thereof. 3. Lapses, if not approved by both Houses of Parliament within a month. 4. Requires a resolution, approving the proclamation passed by both Houses of Parliament only by a majority of the total membership of each House, and not less than 2/3rd members present and voting. 5. Once approved by Parliament can last for six months. Which of the statements given above are correct? |
| A. | 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 |
| B. | 2, 3 and 4 |
| C. | 1, 4 and 5 |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 5 |
| Answer» B. 2, 3 and 4 | |
| 1759. |
Which of the following are not necessarily the consequences of the proclamation of the President's Rule in a State? 1. Dissolution of the State Legislative Assembly 2. The removal of the Council of Ministers in the State 3. Dissolution of the local bodies 4. Takeover of the State administration by the Union Government Choose the correct answer from the codes given below: |
| A. | 1, 2 and 4 |
| B. | 1 and 3 |
| C. | 2 and 3 |
| D. | 1, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» C. 2 and 3 | |
| 1760. |
Consider the following statements in respect of provisions as to financial emergency: 1. A proclamation of financial emergency has to be laid before each House of Parliament. 2. A proclamation of financial emergency ceases to operate at the expiration of six months, unless before the expiration of that period, it has been approved by resolutions of both Houses of Parliament. 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 | |
| 1761. |
Consider the following statements: 1. While a Proclamation of Emergency is in operation, Article 359 of the Constitution of India does not come into operation till an order is issued by the President specifying the rights which are suspended. 2. While a Proclamation of Emergency is in operation, Article 358 makes the restrictions imposed I by Article 19 non-existent against the state. 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» D. Neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 1762. |
The judgement in the S.R. Bommai vs. Union of India case pertained broadly to which Article of the Constitution of India? |
| A. | Article 29 |
| B. | Article 32 |
| C. | Article 353 |
| D. | Article 356 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 1763. |
Consider the following statements: Parliament may make law on a subject enumerated in State List only if the: 1. President deems it proper that such law is necessary for all the States. 2. Proclamation of Emergency under Article 352 is in operation. 3. Lok Sabha passes a resolution by 2/3"1 majority of its total membership. 4. Governor of the State requests the President for such legislation. Of these statements: |
| A. | 1 and 4 are correct |
| B. | 2 alone is correct |
| C. | 3 alone is correct |
| D. | 3 and 4 are correct |
| Answer» C. 3 alone is correct | |
| 1764. |
Proclamation of Emergency under Article 352, when Lok Sabha stands dissolved has to be approved by: |
| A. | Rajya Sabha and then it will continue till the reconstitution of new Lok Sabha, which must approve it within 30 days of its first sitting. |
| B. | New Lok Sabha within six months of its constitution. |
| C. | Lok Sabha in the next session after six months. |
| D. | Rajya Sabha only. |
| Answer» B. New Lok Sabha within six months of its constitution. | |
| 1765. |
Consider the following statements: If the financial emergency has been declared by the President under the Article 360, then its proclamation: 1. May be revoked or varied by a subsequent proclamation 2. Shall cease to operate at the expiration of two months, unless before the expiration of that period it has been approved by the resolution of both Houses of Parliament 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» D. Neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 1766. |
Assertion (A): Proclamation of Emergency can be issued by the President if there is imminent danger of war or external aggression or armed rebellion. Reason (R): The President can suspend the enforcement of all the fundamental rights during the period of Emergency. 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 | |
| 1767. |
The President's Rule under Article 356 remains valid in a state for the maximum period of: |
| A. | One year |
| B. | Two years |
| C. | Three years |
| D. | Four years |
| Answer» D. Four years | |
| 1768. |
Proclamation of emergency by the President of India can be made on the written advice of the Cabinet only. This provision has been added: |
| A. | After 44th Constitutional Amendment |
| B. | After 42nd Constitutional Amendment |
| C. | By the Constituent Assembly in the Constitution of India |
| D. | By the Supreme Court of India in 1975 |
| Answer» B. After 42nd Constitutional Amendment | |
| 1769. |
When a state fails to implement the administrative directions given by the Union under Article 256 of the Constitution of India: |
| A. | Parliament may compel the state to execute the said directions |
| B. | The Governor may dissolve the State Legislature |
| C. | The President may presume that Constitutional machinery in the State has failed |
| D. | The President may impose emergency under Article 352 of the Constitution |
| Answer» D. The President may impose emergency under Article 352 of the Constitution | |
| 1770. |
Which one of the following is the correct statement? Proclamation of Emergency in a State under Article 356 can continue beyond one year if: |
| A. | The High Court of the State certifies that the situation in the State is very serious |
| B. | The Governor of the State certifies that the law and order situation is not under control |
| C. | The Election Commission certifies that it is difficult to hold elections to the Assembly |
| D. | The President is satisfied about the grave situation in the State through independent investigation |
| Answer» D. The President is satisfied about the grave situation in the State through independent investigation | |
| 1771. |
Which of the following may be done under conditions of financial emergency? 1. Reduction in the number of districts in the country for effecting economy 2. Abolition of all State Legislative Assemblies to reduce expenditure 3. Reduction in the salaries of the judges of the High Court 4. Reservation of Money Bills of State Legislative Assemblies for the consideration of the President Choose the correct answer from the codes given below: |
| A. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| B. | 2, 3 and 4 |
| C. | 3 and 4 |
| D. | 1 and 4 |
| Answer» D. 1 and 4 | |
| 1772. |
If the President of India exercises his power as provided under Article 356 of the Constitution in respect of a particular State, then: |
| A. | The Assembly of the State is automatically dissolved |
| B. | Article 19 is suspended in that State |
| C. | Parliament assumes the power to legislate on the subjects in the State list |
| D. | The President can make laws relating to that state |
| Answer» D. The President can make laws relating to that state | |
| 1773. |
Which of the following statements is the correct one? |
| A. | War, external aggression, internal disturbance and armed rebellion are the grounds for proclaiming emergency. |
| B. | Words "armed rebellion" were replaced by the word "war" by me 44th Amendment. |
| C. | Actual existence of any' one or more grounds mentioned in Article 352 is necessary for proclaiming emergency. |
| D. | The President proclaims emergency on the basis of any ground mentioned in Article 352 or possibility deer of. |
| Answer» E. | |
| 1774. |
Consider the following statements: 1. No Proclamation of Emergency can be made by the President of India unless the Union Ministers of Cabinet rank, headed by die Prime Minister, recommended to him, in writing, mat' such a Proclamation should be issued. 2. The President of India must issue a Proclamation of Revocation of Emergency any time that the Lok Sabha passes a resolution disapproving the proclamation or its continuance. Which of the statements given above is / are correct? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 1775. |
Dinesh Goswami Committee on electoral reforms was appointed by the: |
| A. | United Front Government |
| B. | BJP-led coalition Government |
| C. | United Progressive Alliance Government |
| D. | National Front Government |
| Answer» E. | |
| 1776. |
What was the subject of the Vohra Committee? |
| A. | Reform of the electoral laws |
| B. | Nexus between crime and politics |
| C. | Registration of political parties |
| D. | Judicial interference in electoral matters |
| Answer» C. Registration of political parties | |
| 1777. |
Which of the following Constitutional Amendment Acts reduced the voting age from 21 years to 18 years for the Lok Sabha as well as the assembly elections? |
| A. | 56th Amendment |
| B. | 59th Amendment |
| C. | 61st Amendment |
| D. | 63rd Amendment |
| Answer» D. 63rd Amendment | |
| 1778. |
The Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) were used for the first time in 1999 in the general elections (entire state) to the Legislative Assembly of: |
| A. | Goa |
| B. | Rajasthan |
| C. | Madhya Pradesh |
| D. | Kerala |
| Answer» B. Rajasthan | |
| 1779. |
Indrajit Gupta Committee is related to: |
| A. | Registration of political parties |
| B. | Criminalisation of politics |
| C. | State funding of elections |
| D. | Anti-defection law |
| Answer» D. Anti-defection law | |
| 1780. |
The 'first-past-the-post' electoral system, prevalent in India, refers to: |
| A. | A system of proportional representation of weighted voting in a multi-member constituency |
| B. | Single ballot, plural member majority voting system |
| C. | An electoral system in which the person winning the most votes of the votes cast in a constituency (single ballot, single member) is declared elected |
| D. | A system in which the winning candidate has to secure a plurality as well as majority of the votes cast |
| Answer» D. A system in which the winning candidate has to secure a plurality as well as majority of the votes cast | |
| 1781. |
The Representation of the People (Amendment) Act, 2003, passed by the Parliament of India sought to: |
| A. | Provide the facility to opt to vote through proxy to the service voters belonging to armed forces |
| B. | Introduce open ballot system for elections to the Council of States |
| C. | Insert provision regarding supply of copies of electoral rolls to candidates of recognized political parties |
| D. | Make it mandatory for political parties to report all cases of contributions received above Rs.20, 000 to Election Commission |
| Answer» C. Insert provision regarding supply of copies of electoral rolls to candidates of recognized political parties | |
| 1782. |
Which of the following are the true functions of the electoral process in a democracy like India? 1. To keep the government responsive to the popular will 2. To bring together citizens to choose public decision makers 3. To change the government periodically if necessary 4. To support a competitive party system Select the correct answer from the codes given below: |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1, 3 and 4 |
| D. | 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» C. 1, 3 and 4 | |
| 1783. |
The registration of political parties is done as per the provisions/decision of: |
| A. | Article 324 of the Constitution |
| B. | The Representation of the People Act, 1951 |
| C. | The Election Commission by itself |
| D. | The Election Commission in consultation with cabinet committee on political affairs |
| Answer» C. The Election Commission by itself | |
| 1784. |
Consider the following statements: 1. The party system and the elections in India are based on single member constituencies, first- past-the-post system and a bicameral legislature. 2. The first general elections (Parliamentary Elections) were held in India in the year 1950 following the ratification of the Constitution. 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 | |
| 1785. |
In which of the following circumstances, are the courts debarred from interfering in electoral matters? 1. Delimitation of constituencies 2. Allotment of seats to the constituencies 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 | |
| 1786. |
Which one of the following statements is correct? The Chief Election Commissioner can be removed from office before expiry of his term: |
| A. | In like manner and on like grounds as a member of the Union Public Service Commission |
| B. | In like manner and on like grounds as a Judge of the Supreme Court |
| C. | On the recommendations of the Supreme Court |
| D. | On the recommendations of the Cabinet |
| Answer» C. On the recommendations of the Supreme Court | |
| 1787. |
The President may from time to time fix the number of Election Commissioners of the Election Commission on the basis of: |
| A. | Advice by the Chief Election Commissioner |
| B. | Advice by the Prime Minister's Office |
| C. | Recommendation of the Union Law Ministry |
| D. | The law made in that respect by the Parliament |
| Answer» E. | |
| 1788. |
Before giving any decision on questions about disqualification of a member of either House of Parliament, the President of India shall obtain the opinion of which one of the following? |
| A. | Supreme Court |
| B. | Election Commission |
| C. | Attorney-General of India |
| D. | Solicitor-General of India |
| Answer» C. Attorney-General of India | |
| 1789. |
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I (Commissions) List-II ( Created Under Article) A. The Finance commission 1. Article 280 B. The commission for backward classes 2. Article 340 C. The Election commission 3. Article 324 D. The official language 4. Article 344 Codes: |
| A. | A-1 B-4 C-3 D-2 |
| B. | A-3 B-2 C-1 D-4 |
| C. | A-1 B-2 C-3 D-4 |
| D. | A-3 B-4 C -1 D-2 |
| Answer» D. A-3 B-4 C -1 D-2 | |
| 1790. |
An Election Commissioner shall not be removed from office except on the recommendation of the: |
| A. | President |
| B. | Supreme Court |
| C. | Chief Election Commissioner |
| D. | Law Minister |
| Answer» D. Law Minister | |
| 1791. |
In the Lok Sabha elections, who among the following can order adjournment of poll or counter- manding of election on the ground of booth capturing? |
| A. | Chief Election Commissioner |
| B. | Election Commission of India |
| C. | Chief Electoral Officer of the State |
| D. | Returning Officer of the Constituency |
| Answer» C. Chief Electoral Officer of the State | |
| 1792. |
The Chief Election Commissioner of India holds office for a period of |
| A. | Six years |
| B. | During the pleasure of the President |
| C. | For six years or till the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier |
| D. | For five years or till the age of 60 years, whichever is earlier |
| Answer» D. For five years or till the age of 60 years, whichever is earlier | |
| 1793. |
The responsibility of preparation of electoral rolls rests with: |
| A. | The Parliament |
| B. | The Local Administration |
| C. | The Election Commission |
| D. | The State Government |
| Answer» D. The State Government | |
| 1794. |
Consider the following statements: 1. As per provisions of the Constitution of India, a Regional Commissioner shall not be remove from office except on the recommendation of the Governor of the State where the Regional Commissioner is posted. 2. The number of the Election Commissioners in the Election Commission shall be fixed by the President from time to time. 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» C. Both 1 and 2 | |
| 1795. |
Which of the following are included in the Directive Principles of State Policy in the Constitution of India? 1. Uniform civil code for the citizens 2. Separation of judiciary from executive 3. Protection of monuments of national importance Select the correct answer by using the codes given below: |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1 and 3 |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 1796. |
Though the Directive Principles of State Policy contained in the Constitution are not enforceable by any court, yet they are: |
| A. | Fundamental in the governance of the country |
| B. | Binding on the State |
| C. | Enforceable at the instance of the President of India |
| D. | Superior to Fundamental Rights |
| Answer» B. Binding on the State | |
| 1797. |
Which one of the following is not stated as a Directive Principle of State Policy in the Constitution of India? |
| A. | Organisation of village panchayats |
| B. | Uniform civil code for the citizens |
| C. | Separation of Judiciary from Executive |
| D. | Right of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions |
| Answer» E. | |
| 1798. |
Which one of the following is the real guiding factor for the State to meet social needs and for the establishment of new social order? |
| A. | Fundamental Rights |
| B. | Preamble of the Constitution |
| C. | Directive Principles of State Policy |
| D. | Distribution of Powers |
| Answer» D. Distribution of Powers | |
| 1799. |
Which of the following statements about the changes made by the forty second amendment to the Constitution relating to the Directive Principles of State Policy are correct? 1. It enabled State to provide free legal aid to its citizens. 2. It provided for the State to secure the participation of workers in the management of undertakings. 3. It required the state to minimise inequalities in income and status. Select the correct answer using the codes given below: |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 1 and 3 |
| C. | 2 and 3 |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» B. 1 and 3 | |
| 1800. |
Consider the following statements: 1. Article 46 of the Constitution of India provides for free legal aid to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. 2. Article 44 of the Constitution of India provides for promotion of cottage industries. 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. | |