Which one of the following statements is not correct with regard to the Directive Principles of State Policy incorporated in the Constitution of India?

In case of conflict between these principles and the Fundamental Rights the latter will prevail

It is the duty of the State to apply these principles while making laws

They are enforceable by the High Courts and Supreme Court of India

In case of conflict between these principles and the Fundamental Rights the latter will prevail

The attempt to confer primacy upon the Principles as against the Fundamental Rights has been foiled by the Supreme Court of India in the Minerva Mills Case

The Twelfth Schedule of the Constitution:

contains recommendations relating to establishment of State Finance Commission

contains provrsions relating to elections to Panchayats

contains subjects over which Municipalities may have control

contains recommendations relating to establishment of State Finance Commission

was added by the 73rd Amendment Act

Electioneering has to stop in a constituency:

48 hours before election starts

36 hours before a poll commences

48 hours before the closing hour of polling

The functions of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India include auditing and reporting on the receipts and expenditure of:

Union and State Governments and companies substantially financed by both

Which of the following is true in context of the President?

He addresses the first session of Parliament at the beginning of each year as well as the last session held at the end of each year

He addresses the first session of the Parliament after each general election of the Lok Sabha and at the commencement of the first session of each year

He addresses the first session of Parliament at the beginning of each year as well as the last session held at the end of each year

He addresses the Parliament daily

In a parliamentary form of government, real powers of the State are vested in the:[Railways 1994]

Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister

The Chief Election Commissioner and members of the Election Commission can be removed from office by the

Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India

Same procedure as laid down for removal of Judges of the Supreme Court

A: The position of the legislative Council is inferior to that of the legislative Assembly. R1: The very existence of the Council depends on the will of the Assembly. R2: A Bill originating in the Council can be forthwith put to an end by the Assembly rejecting it. R3: One-sixth of the Council's members are nominated by the Governor.

A and R2 are wrong; R1 and R3 are correct

A and R1, R2 and R3 are correct and R1, R2 and R3 explain A

A, R1 and R3 are correct and R1 and R3 explain A

A, R1, R2and R3are correct but only R1 and R2 explain A

A and R2 are wrong; R1 and R3 are correct

Labour legislations in India have an important dimension of protection of women from exploitation. Some special provisions are made for women in the workplace. Which of the following is NOT one such special provision?

Equal pay for work of equal value

Creche facility at the work place for infants

Cooked meals during day shifts to be provided by the employer

The Janata Party was formed in 1977 by the merger of

Congress (O), Jana Sangh and BLD

Bharatiya Lok Dal and Socialist Party

Congress (O), Jana Sangh and BLD

The right to prorogue the two Houses of Parliamentrests with the

Minister for Parliamentary Affairs

The decision of the Speaker as to whether a Bill is aMoney Bill or not shall be

subject to appeal to a Committee

The first official act of the Constituent Assembly of the Jammu and Kashmir State was to

install Dr Karan Singh as the ruler of the State

put an end to the hereditary princely rule of the Maharaja

install Dr Karan Singh as the ruler of the State

change the name of Sadar-i-Riyasat to that of Governor

declare the State of Jammu and Kashmir as an integral part of the Union of India

Which one of the following comes under the jurisdiction of both the High Court and theSupreme Court ?

Protection against the violation of the Constitution

Disputes between the Centre and the States

Protection of the Fundamental Rights

Protection against the violation of the Constitution

the supreme law-making body in India

the house of the representative of the people

the forum where democracy is seen in action

In the Indian Penal Code a crime is considered 'cognizable' when

children below 16 are the criminals

it is punishable by less than 3 years of imprisonment

when a court can take notice of the crime without a formal complaint

What is the document published by the government to apprise the public on any issue? [Central Excise 1990]

Report of Public Accounts Committee

The partition of British India into Pakistan and Indiawas incorporated in the

Proposals of the Cabinet Mission 1946

Which is not a correct statement regarding financial emergency?

President can reduce the salaries of civil servants and not judges

President can ask States to follow a certain canon of financial propriety

The States may be asked to reserve the money bills for the consideration of the President

President can suspend the normal allocation of revenues

President can reduce the salaries of civil servants and not judges

Which one of the following is the correct sequence in the descending order of precedence in the warrant of precedence? [IAS 2004]

Attorney General of' India - Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha - Judges of the Supreme Court - Members of Parliament

Attorney General of India - Judges of the Supreme Court - Members of Parliament - Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha

Judges of the Supreme Court - Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha - Attorney General of India - Members of Parliament

Attorney General of' India - Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha - Judges of the Supreme Court - Members of Parliament

Judges of the Supreme Court - Attorney General of India - Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha - Members of Parliament

Under which one of the Ministries of the Government of India does the Food and Nutrition Board work? [IAS 2005]

Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

Ministry of Human Resource Development

Can the Prime Minister Induct Into his Cabinet onewho is not a member of Parliament?

Yes if so advised by the President

If the Rajya Sabha rejects a Money Bill, then which of the following statements is correct?

The Attorney General's opinion is sought

The Bill is sent back to the Lok Sabha for further consideration

President summons a Joint Session for passing the Bill

Lok Sabha may or may not accept its recommendations

The Attorney General's opinion is sought

The President can directly disallow a State Legislation:

in case of bills reserved by the Governor for President's assent

In which of the following cases appeals cannot be lodged with the Supreme Court ?

Criminal case in which High Court has given a death sentence J a criminal found nonguilty by a lower court

Constitutional matters involving a substantial point of law

A sentence in a criminal case given by the lower court and confirmed by the High Court

Criminal case in which High Court has given a death sentence J a criminal found nonguilty by a lower court

Criminal case in which High Court after withdrawing a case from the lower court, has given a death sentence

A member of Parliament has immunity from arrest, means:

a member of Parliament cannot be prosecuted in criminal proceedings

a member of Parliament cannot be arrested and put in prison in, a civil action within a period of 40 days before the commencement of the session and 40 days after the termination of the session

a member of Parliament cannot be prosecuted in criminal proceedings

an MP cannot be detained preventively

an MP cannot be arrested for the contempt of court

1737 + Mcqs in Indian Polity Constitution in Current Affairs Page 6 McqOptions

251.	How many members of the Lok Sabha must support a motion of 'no confidence'in the government, before it can be admitted by the Speaker?
A.	20
B.	25
C.	35
D.	50
Answer» E.

252.	Which one of the following statements is not correct with regard to the Directive Principles of State Policy incorporated in the Constitution of India?
A.	It is the duty of the State to apply these principles while making laws
B.	They are enforceable by the High Courts and Supreme Court of India
C.	In case of conflict between these principles and the Fundamental Rights the latter will prevail
D.	The attempt to confer primacy upon the Principles as against the Fundamental Rights has been foiled by the Supreme Court of India in the Minerva Mills Case
Answer» C. In case of conflict between these principles and the Fundamental Rights the latter will prevail

253.	The Twelfth Schedule of the Constitution:
A.	contains provrsions relating to elections to Panchayats
B.	contains subjects over which Municipalities may have control
C.	contains recommendations relating to establishment of State Finance Commission
D.	was added by the 73rd Amendment Act
Answer» C. contains recommendations relating to establishment of State Finance Commission

254.	Electioneering has to stop in a constituency:
A.	one day before the election
B.	48 hours before election starts
C.	36 hours before a poll commences
D.	48 hours before the closing hour of polling
Answer» E.

255.	The functions of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India include auditing and reporting on the receipts and expenditure of:
A.	Union Government only
B.	State Government only
C.	Union and State Governments
D.	Union and State Governments and companies substantially financed by both
Answer» D. Union and State Governments and companies substantially financed by both

256.	Which of the following is true in context of the President?
A.	He addresses the first session of the Parliament after each general election of the Lok Sabha and at the commencement of the first session of each year
B.	He addresses the first session of Parliament at the beginning of each year as well as the last session held at the end of each year
C.	He addresses the Parliament daily
D.	None of these
Answer» B. He addresses the first session of Parliament at the beginning of each year as well as the last session held at the end of each year

257.	In a parliamentary form of government, real powers of the State are vested in the:[Railways 1994]
A.	Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister
B.	President
C.	Government
D.	Parliament
Answer» B. President

258.	The Chief Election Commissioner and members of the Election Commission can be removed from office by the
A.	Prime Minister
B.	President
C.	Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India
D.	Same procedure as laid down for removal of Judges of the Supreme Court
Answer» E.

259.	Which of the following matters are not affected in case of dissolution of the Lok Sabha? 1. A bill originating and pending in the Rajya Sabha. 2. Pending notices, motions and resolutions in the Lok Sabha. 3. A joint sitting of Parliament if notification of such a sitting has been given before the dissolution. 4. Bills passed by both Houses and sent to the President for his assent. 5. Bills returned by President for reconsideration.
A.	I, II and III
B.	I, III, IV and V
C.	II, III and IV
D.	I, IV and V
Answer» C. II, III and IV

260.	Consider the following statements: 1. There is no provision in the Constitution of India to encourage equal pay for equal work for both men and women. 2. The Constitution of India does not define backward classes. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? [IAS 2006]
A.	1 only
B.	2 only
C.	Both 1 and 2
D.	Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» E.

261.	Which one of the following schedules of the constitution ofIndia contains provisions regarding Anti Defection Act?
A.	Second Schedule
B.	Fifth Schedule
C.	Eighth Schedule
D.	Tenth Schedule
Answer» E.

262.	In the Constitution of India, the word 'Federal' is used in [Asstt Commdt 2011]
A.	the Preamble
B.	Part III
C.	Article 368
D.	Nowhere
Answer» E.

264.	Which among the following became the 25th State ofIndia?
A.	Mizoram
B.	Goa
C.	Arunachal Pradesh
D.	Sikkim
Answer» C. Arunachal Pradesh

267.	When did the first linguistic State of Andhra come into existence?
A.	October 2, 1953
B.	October 1, 1953
C.	April 1, 1953
D.	January 5, 1953
Answer» C. April 1, 1953

269.	Which of these States previously had Legislative Councils? 1. Andhra Pradesh 2. Gujarat 3. Kerala 4. Manipur 5. West Bengal 6. Tamil Nadu
A.	1 and 3
B.	3 and 5
C.	5 and 6
D.	only 6
Answer» E.

263.	A: The position of the legislative Council is inferior to that of the legislative Assembly. R1: The very existence of the Council depends on the will of the Assembly. R2: A Bill originating in the Council can be forthwith put to an end by the Assembly rejecting it. R3: One-sixth of the Council's members are nominated by the Governor.
A.	A and R1, R2 and R3 are correct and R1, R2 and R3 explain A
B.	A, R1 and R3 are correct and R1 and R3 explain A
C.	A, R1, R2and R3are correct but only R1 and R2 explain A
D.	A and R2 are wrong; R1 and R3 are correct
Answer» D. A and R2 are wrong; R1 and R3 are correct

265.	Labour legislations in India have an important dimension of protection of women from exploitation. Some special provisions are made for women in the workplace. Which of the following is NOT one such special provision?
A.	Equal pay for work of equal value
B.	Maternity protection
C.	Creche facility at the work place for infants
D.	Cooked meals during day shifts to be provided by the employer
Answer» E.

266.	The Constitution of India was adopted by the: [Teachers' Exam 1994]
A.	Governor General
B.	British Parliament
C.	Constituent Assembly
D.	Parliament of India
Answer» D. Parliament of India

268.	The Janata Party was formed in 1977 by the merger of
A.	Congress (O) and Jana Sangh
B.	Bharatiya Lok Dal and Socialist Party
C.	(a) and (b) above
D.	Congress (O), Jana Sangh and BLD
Answer» D. Congress (O), Jana Sangh and BLD

270.	Which among the following countries has a Unitary System of Government?
A.	USA
B.	Pakistan
C.	Switzerland
D.	United Kingdom
Answer» E.

271.	The right to prorogue the two Houses of Parliamentrests with the
A.	President
B.	Prime Minister
C.	Union Council of Ministers
D.	Minister for Parliamentary Affairs
Answer» B. Prime Minister

272.	Which Amendment provided for an authoritative version of the Constitution in Hindi?
A.	56th
B.	58th
C.	60th
D.	61st
Answer» C. 60th

273.	The decision of the Speaker as to whether a Bill is aMoney Bill or not shall be
A.	subject to appeal to a Committee
B.	final
C.	subject to arbitration
D.	subject to adjudication
Answer» C. subject to arbitration

274.	Consider the following statements: 1. Free and compulsory education to the children of 6-14 years age group by the State was made a Fundamental Right by the 76th Amendment to the Constitution of India. 2. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan seeks to provide computer education even in rural areas. 3. Education was included in the Concurrent List by the 42nd Amendment, 1976 to the Constitution of India. Which of the statements given above are correct? [IAS 2006]
A.	1, 2 and 3
B.	1 and 2
C.	2 and 3
D.	1 and 3
Answer» D. 1 and 3

275.	In the USA there is/are official language/s
A.	One
B.	Two
C.	Three
D.	Four
Answer» B. Two

Explore topic-wise MCQs in Current Affairs.

How many members of the Lok Sabha must support a motion of 'no confidence'in the government, before it can be admitted by the Speaker?

Which one of the following statements is not correct with regard to the Directive Principles of State Policy incorporated in the Constitution of India?

The Twelfth Schedule of the Constitution:

Electioneering has to stop in a constituency:

The functions of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India include auditing and reporting on the receipts and expenditure of:

Which of the following is true in context of the President?

In a parliamentary form of government, real powers of the State are vested in the:[Railways 1994]

The Chief Election Commissioner and members of the Election Commission can be removed from office by the

Consider the following statements: 1. There is no provision in the Constitution of India to encourage equal pay for equal work for both men and women. 2. The Constitution of India does not define backward classes. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? [IAS 2006]

Which one of the following schedules of the constitution ofIndia contains provisions regarding Anti Defection Act?

In the Constitution of India, the word 'Federal' is used in [Asstt Commdt 2011]

Which among the following became the 25th State ofIndia?

Labour legislations in India have an important dimension of protection of women from exploitation. Some special provisions are made for women in the workplace. Which of the following is NOT one such special provision?

The Constitution of India was adopted by the: [Teachers' Exam 1994]

When did the first linguistic State of Andhra come into existence?

The Janata Party was formed in 1977 by the merger of

Which of these States previously had Legislative Councils? 1. Andhra Pradesh 2. Gujarat 3. Kerala 4. Manipur 5. West Bengal 6. Tamil Nadu

Which among the following countries has a Unitary System of Government?

The right to prorogue the two Houses of Parliamentrests with the

Which Amendment provided for an authoritative version of the Constitution in Hindi?

The decision of the Speaker as to whether a Bill is aMoney Bill or not shall be

In the USA there is/are official language/s

The first official act of the Constituent Assembly of the Jammu and Kashmir State was to

Which one of the following comes under the jurisdiction of both the High Court and theSupreme Court ?

Union Parliament is

In the Indian Penal Code a crime is considered 'cognizable' when

The type of government adopted by the IndianConstitution is

What is the document published by the government to apprise the public on any issue? [Central Excise 1990]

The partition of British India into Pakistan and Indiawas incorporated in the

In the discharge of his functions, the Attorney General is assisted by a Solicitor General and _____ Additional Solicitors General.

Which one of the following writs is considered abullwark of individual freedom?

The Legislative Assembly of Jammu and Kashmir consists of _____ members chosen by direct election and _____ women members nominated by the Governor.

Which is not a correct statement regarding financial emergency?

Which one of the following is the correct sequence in the descending order of precedence in the warrant of precedence? [IAS 2004]

Under which one of the Ministries of the Government of India does the Food and Nutrition Board work? [IAS 2005]

The net proceeds of taxes are distributed between theCentre and the States on the recommendations of the

Citizenship provisions are enshrined in the Constitution in :

Can the Prime Minister Induct Into his Cabinet onewho is not a member of Parliament?

If the Rajya Sabha rejects a Money Bill, then which of the following statements is correct?

Preventive Detention for a period of more than three months can be ordered only on the recommendation of and Advisory Board whose chairman shall be a judge of a/the

The President can directly disallow a State Legislation:

In which of the following cases appeals cannot be lodged with the Supreme Court ?

For which one of the following reforms was a Commission set up under the Chairmanship of Veerappa Moily by the Government of India? [IAS 2008]

A member of Parliament has immunity from arrest, means:

The Head of the State of Jammu and Kashmir wasredesignated Governor in 1965. Earlier, he was known as

Who amongst the following appoints the Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission, India?

The Legislative Assembly of Jammu and Kashmir consists of _ members chosen by direct election and _ women members nominated by the Governor.

276.	The first official act of the Constituent Assembly of the Jammu and Kashmir State was to
A.	put an end to the hereditary princely rule of the Maharaja
B.	install Dr Karan Singh as the ruler of the State
C.	change the name of Sadar-i-Riyasat to that of Governor
D.	declare the State of Jammu and Kashmir as an integral part of the Union of India
Answer» B. install Dr Karan Singh as the ruler of the State

277.	Which one of the following comes under the jurisdiction of both the High Court and theSupreme Court ?
A.	Disputes between the Centre and the States
B.	Disputes between the States
C.	Protection of the Fundamental Rights
D.	Protection against the violation of the Constitution
Answer» D. Protection against the violation of the Constitution

278.	Union Parliament is
A.	the supreme law-making body in India
B.	the house of the representative of the people
C.	the forum where democracy is seen in action
D.	All the three above
Answer» E.

279.	In the Indian Penal Code a crime is considered 'cognizable' when
A.	the crime is unintentional
B.	children below 16 are the criminals
C.	it is punishable by less than 3 years of imprisonment
D.	when a court can take notice of the crime without a formal complaint
Answer» E.

280.	The type of government adopted by the IndianConstitution is
A.	Aristocracy
B.	Oligarchy
C.	Presidential
D.	Parliamentary
Answer» E.

281.	What is the document published by the government to apprise the public on any issue? [Central Excise 1990]
A.	Gazette
B.	Report of Public Accounts Committee
C.	White Paper
D.	None of the above
Answer» D. None of the above

282.	The partition of British India into Pakistan and Indiawas incorporated in the
A.	Government of India Act, 1935
B.	Constitution of India
C.	Indian Independence Act, 1947
D.	Proposals of the Cabinet Mission 1946
Answer» D. Proposals of the Cabinet Mission 1946

283.	In the discharge of his functions, the Attorney General is assisted by a Solicitor General and _____ Additional Solicitors General.
A.	2
B.	3
C.	4
D.	5
Answer» D. 5

284.	Which one of the following writs is considered abullwark of individual freedom?
A.	Certiorari
B.	Quo Warranto
C.	Habeas Corpus
D.	Mandamus
Answer» D. Mandamus

285.	The Legislative Assembly of Jammu and Kashmir consists of _____ members chosen by direct election and _____ women members nominated by the Governor.
A.	100, 2
B.	60, 3
C.	120, 2
D.	90, 3
Answer» B. 60, 3