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1101.

If an Indian citizen settles in another country, can he obtain citizenship of that country while retaining the Indian citizenship ?

A. No
B. Yes
C. Depends on the country
D. Government can grand permission
Answer» B. Yes
1102.

A Money Bill passed by the Lok Sabha can be held up by the Rajya Sabha for how many weeks?

A. Two
B. Three
C. Four
D. Five
Answer» B. Three
1103.

NITI Aayog came into existence on :

A. 1st January 2014
B. 1st June 2014
C. 1st January 2015
D. 1st June 2015
E. None of the above
Answer» D. 1st June 2015
1104.

'Knesset' is the name of the parliament of which country?

A. Spain
B. Germany
C. Brazil
D. Israel
Answer» E.
1105.

Indian Constitution has ______.

A. 7 Schedules
B. 9 Schedules
C. 10 Schedules
D. 12 Schedules
Answer» E.
1106.

Match the List - I with List - II and select the correct answer from the codes given belowList – IList – IIA. 7th Schedule1. LanguagesB. 8th Schedule2. Disqualification on the ground of defectionC. 9th Schedule3. Union, State and Concurrent listsD. 10th Schedule4. Validation of certain Acts codes:

A. A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3
B. A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4
C. A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1
D. A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2
Answer» E.
1107.

Consider the following statements :a. The provisions of Part IX of the Constitution relating to the Panchayats are not applicable to the Fifth Schedule Areas.b. At present seven states have Fifth Schedule Areas.c. The Parliament has enacted the PESA Act in 1996 for such areas.Which of the above statements is/are correct ?

A. a and b
B. a and c
C. Only a
D. All of the above
Answer» C. Only a
1108.

Forced labour or beggar is a violation of which one of the following Articles of the Constitution of India?

A. Article 16
B. Article 17
C. Article 19
D. Article 23
Answer» E.
1109.

In India, a full-term member, full-term member of Rajya Sabha is elected for how many years ?

A. 4
B. 5
C. 6
D. None of these
Answer» D. None of these
1110.

How many Lok Sabha constituencies are there from Uttar Pradesh?

A. 79
B. 72
C. 76
D. 80
Answer» E.
1111.

How many members in Lok Sabha are nominated and not elected?

A. 4 (four)
B. 1 (one)
C. 2 (two)
D. 0 (zero)
Answer» D. 0 (zero)
1112.

Part I of the Flag Code of India, 2002 refers to:

A. Display of the Flag
B. Display code of the Flag
C. General description of the Flag
D. Flag hoisting
Answer» D. Flag hoisting
1113.

APEC stands for ______.

A. Association Pacific Economic Cooperation
B. Association Pacific Economic Community
C. Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation
D. Asia-Pacific Economic Community
Answer» D. Asia-Pacific Economic Community
1114.

Indian Constitution contains how many schedules?

A. Ten Schedules
B. Twelve Schedules
C. Fourteen Schedules
D. Eight Schedules
Answer» C. Fourteen Schedules
1115.

How many countries are members of 'SAARC'?

A. 8
B. 6
C. 3
D. 5
Answer» B. 6
1116.

As of December 2019, how many members of Rajasthan are being represented in the Upper House (Rajya Sabha) of the Indian Parliament?

A. 40
B. 20
C. 10
D. 5
Answer» D. 5
1117.

Indian National Commission for Women (NCW) has set up several cells. which of the following are constituted by NCW?(a) Non Resident Indians (NRI) Cell(b) North - East India Cell(c) Western India Cell(d) Women Saftey Cell(e) Women Welfare Cell

A. (a), (b), (c), (d), (e)
B. (a), (b), (d), (e)
C. (b), (d)
D. (a), (c), (d)
Answer» C. (b), (d)
1118.

Match the following features of the Indian Constitution from their adoptions:‘Features’‘Adoptions’A. FederalismI. CanadaB. Fundamental DutiesII. Former Soviet UnionC. Directive Principles of State PolicyIII. IrelandD. Judicial ReviewIV. US

A. (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)
B. (A) - (I), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (IV)
C. (A) - (III), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (I)
D. (A) - (IV), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (I)
Answer» B. (A) - (I), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (IV)
1119.

'Demand Polity' and 'Command Polity' are terms associated with :

A. David Washbrook
B. Helen l. Tinker
C. Lloyd I. Rudolph and Susanne H. Rudolph
D. Rajni Kothari
Answer» D. Rajni Kothari
1120.

In which Articles of the Indian Constitution are the Fundamental Rights described?

A. 11-32
B. 9-15
C. 12-35
D. 2-15
Answer» D. 2-15
1121.

According to the Delimitation Commission of India and subject to Article 333 of the Constitution of India, what is the maximum number of members that a State legislative Assembly may have?

A. 450
B. 500
C. 550
D. 600
Answer» C. 550
1122.

How many members are elected for Rajya Sabha from Haryana ?

A. 5
B. 10
C. 4
D. 6
Answer» B. 10
1123.

In relation to the powers of the Union Government of India, which one of the following statements is NOT correct?

A. The Government of India may undertake legislative functions of a territory outside of India by agreement with the Government of that territory.
B. The Union Government may not entrust a State Government with functions over matters where executive power of the Union extends.
C. The Union Government may direct States for construction and maintenance of means of communication of military importance.
D. The Governor may, with consent of Government of India, entrust its officers with functions on matters which fall within the executive power of State.
Answer» B. The Union Government may not entrust a State Government with functions over matters where executive power of the Union extends.
1124.

'Making False Declaration' is mentioned in which Section of Haryana Panchayati Raj Act, 1994?

A. Section 161
B. Section 191
C. Section 181
D. Section 171
Answer» E.
1125.

According to Hindu calendar, the Indian Constitution came into force on?

A. Margsheersh Shukla Saptami, Samvat 2006 Vikrami
B. Margsheersh Shukla Saptami, Samvat 2007 Vikrami
C. Margsheersh Shukla Saptami, Samvat 2008 Vikrami
D. Margsheersh Shukla Saptami, Samvat 2009 Vikrami
Answer» B. Margsheersh Shukla Saptami, Samvat 2007 Vikrami
1126.

Examine the following statements with regard to the Constitution of India:a. Area-wise reservation (371D) prevails over reservation under Article 15(4).b. The main object of Article 12 is to secure paramountcy of the constitution in regard to Fundamental Rights.c. Under article 13(3) paramountcy of the Constitution doesn't extend to non-legislative sources of law.d. Article 17 has been implemented by Protection of Civil rights Act 1955.Choose the correct answer:

A. b & d only
B. a, b, c & d
C. b, c & d only
D. a & d only
Answer» E.
1127.

Match the pairs -(Registration of Voter)‘A’ (Form)‘B’ (Person)(a) Form 6(i) Armed Police Forces(b) Form 2(ii) Government Officials Serving abroad(c) Form 3(iii) Armed Forces(d) Form 2A(iv) General Citizen

A. (a) – (iv), (b) – (iii), (c – (ii), (d) – (i)
B. (a) – (iv), (b) – (ii), (c – (iii), (d) – (i)
C. (a) – (iv), (b) – (i), (c – (ii), (d) – (iii)
D. (a) – (iv), (b) – (i), (c – (iii), (d) – (ii)
Answer» B. (a) – (iv), (b) – (ii), (c – (iii), (d) – (i)
1128.

How many tehsils are there in Haryana at present?

A. 93
B. 85
C. 75
D. 58
Answer» B. 85
1129.

As per the Indian Constitution which of the following is not a Fundamental Duty

A. To develop scientific temper
B. To safeguard public property
C. To pay taxes imposed by government
D. To respect National Flag
Answer» D. To respect National Flag
1130.

________ means cases that can be directly considered by the Supreme Court without going to the lower courts before that.

A. Original Jurisdiction
B. Writ Jurisdiction
C. Appellate Jurisdiction
D. Advisory Jurisdiction
Answer» B. Writ Jurisdiction
1131.

In which two Indian States of the four mentioned below, it is necessary to hold certain minimum educational qualifications to be eligible to contest Panchayat Elections?1. Punjab2. Haryana3. Karnataka4. RajasthanSelect the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1 and 2
B. 2 and 4
C. 2 and 3
D. 1 and 4
Answer» C. 2 and 3
1132.

A judge of the Supreme Court can be removed from the position only on the grounds of

A. Imbecile conduct
B. Proved misbehavior or incapacity
C. Senility
D. Gross inefficiency
Answer» C. Senility
1133.

In the context of polity, which one of the following would you accept as the most appropriate definition of liberty?

A. Protection against the tyranny of political rulers
B. Absence of restraint
C. Opportunity to do whatever one likes
D. Opportunity to develop oneself fully
Answer» E.
1134.

A dispute between two states comes to the Supreme Court under which jurisdiction?

A. Appellate
B. Advisory
C. Special
D. Original
Answer» E.
1135.

According to Sec. 33 of the Santhal Paragana Tenancy Act, 1949, settlement of waste land is liable to be set aside if not cultivated within ______ years.

A. 4
B. 6
C. 5
D. 8
Answer» D. 8
1136.

Article 356 of the Indian Constitution is related to which of the following?

A. Separation of judiciary from executive
B. Right of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions
C. Provisions in case of failure of constitutional machinery in State
D. Remedies for enforcement of fundamental rights
Answer» D. Remedies for enforcement of fundamental rights
1137.

In which year was the Indian Patents Act passed?

A. 1960
B. 1970
C. 1980
D. 1990
Answer» C. 1980
1138.

Parliament cannot use its amending power under Article 368 of the Constitution to damage, neutralize, destroy, repeal, alter or alter the basic structure or frame. Which of the following matters is related to the above statement?

A. Indira Sawhney vs Indian Union
B. Visakha vs State of Rajasthan
C. Champakam Dorairajan vs State of Madras
D. Keshavanand Bharti vs State of Kerala
Answer» E.
1139.

In which year was the Rajasthan Panchayat Act implemented?

A. In 1953
B. In 1935
C. In 1963
D. In 1936
Answer» B. In 1935
1140.

After the swearing-in of the new Union government in May 2019, who of the following was allocated the portfolio of Youth Affairs and Sports?

A. Pratap Chandra Sarangi
B. Smriti Irani
C. K Muralidharan
D. Kiren Rijiju
Answer» E.
1141.

On 26th November, 1949, which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India came into effect ?A. CitizenshipB. Elections (Article-324)C. Provisional ParliamentD. Fundamental Rights

A. A, B and C
B. B, C and D
C. A and C
D. A and B
Answer» B. B, C and D
1142.

Find out the incorrect statements about Vice-President in India.(a) Person eligible for election of Vice-President has to complete age at 30 years.(b) A member of State - Legislative can be a candidate for the office of Vice - President(c) During the election of Vice - President nominated are electors.(d) Members of state assembly do not vote in the election of Vice - President

A. (a), (c)
B. (a), (b)
C. (c), (d)
D. (a)
Answer» E.
1143.

Article ____________ of the Constitution of India provides special rights and privileges to permanent residents of Jammu and Kashmir.

A. 32A
B. 34A
C. 35A
D. 31A
Answer» D. 31A
1144.

Consider the following statements:1. No criminal proceedings shall be instituted against the Governor of a State in any court during his term of office.2. The emoluments and allowances of the Governor of a State shall not be diminished during his term of office.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
1145.

In which section of the Dowry Prohibition Act the meaning of dowry is explained?

A. 2
B. 4
C. 6
D. 8
Answer» B. 4
1146.

Consider the following statements regarding Right to Equality in the Indian Constitution.1. Article 14 – All are equal before the law.2. Article 16 – Equal opportunity in public employment.3. Article 17 – Untouchability is Prohibited.4. Article 19 – Abolition of Titles.Which of the following is INCORRECT?

A. 1
B. 2
C. Only 2 and 4
D. Only 4
Answer» E.
1147.

How many women were elected in Madhya Pradesh Assembly Election 2013?

A. 20
B. 22
C. 25
D. 29
Answer» E.
1148.

Headquarters of the World Meteorological Organization is located in

A. Washington
B. Geneva
C. Moscow
D. London
Answer» C. Moscow
1149.

Lakshadweep's High Court is located in which state of India?

A. Tamil Nadu
B. Kerala
C. Andhra Pradesh
D. Karnataka
Answer» C. Andhra Pradesh
1150.

All Ministers at the center are appointed by

A. The Prime Minister
B. The President
C. The Vice-­President
D. Home Minister
Answer» C. The Vice-­President