MCQ for mcq-test-19-30th-april-2023

by Vajiram & Ravi

29-08-2023

06:36 AM

1.

Consider the following statements with reference to Emergency provisions in the Constitution:

1. The President can suspend any fundamental right during the proclamation of emergency.

2. The Presidential order on suspension of fundamental rights should be laid before each House of Parliament for approval.

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

2.

Consider the following statements with reference to the National Emergency:

1. Rights under Article 19 are automatically suspended when the National Emergency is declared on the ground of war or external aggression.

2. Parliament can suspend the right to move any court for the enforcement of all Fundamental Rights except those under Articles 20 and 21.

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

3.

Which of the following provisions of the Constitution of independent India are taken from Government of India Act, 1935?

1. Office of Governor

2. Emergency provisions

3. Federal Scheme

4. Independence of judiciary

5. Amendment procedure

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

  • A

    1, 2 and 3 only

  • B

    2, 3 and 4 only

  • C

    4 and 5 only

  • D

    1, 4 and 5 only

4.

In which of the following circumstances can the President's rule be imposed in a state?

1. The administration of a state cannot be carried on in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution.

2. The State Legislature is not able to elect a leader as the Chief Minister for a time prescribed by the state's Governor.

3. Passing of no-confidence motion in the legislative assembly leading to a loss of majority.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

  • A

    1 only

  • B

    1 and 3 only

  • C

    2 only

  • D

    1, 2 and 3

5.

With reference to the ‘President’s Rule’ in a state, consider the following statements: 

1. It can be proclaimed when a state fails to comply with any direction from the Centre.

2. Parliament can delegate the power to make laws for the state to the President.

3. The Lok Sabha can revoke the President’s rule at any time by passing a resolution.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • A

    1 and 2 only

  • B

    3 only

  • C

    2 and 3 only

  • D

    1, 2 and 3

6.

Which of the following changes were made by the 44th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1978?

1. ‘Right to property’ was made a constitutional right.

2. A new directive principle was added to promote social order.

3. Cabinet’s recommendation was made necessary to declare a national emergency.

4. High Court’s power to issue writs was restored.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

  • A

    1 only

  • B

    1 and 3 only

  • C

    2 and 3 only

  • D

    1, 2, 3 and 4

7.

With reference to ‘Financial Emergency’ in India, consider the following statements:

1. This provision has been borrowed from the Weimar Constitution.

2. All money bills passed by state legislature shall be reserved for the consideration of the President during its operation.

3. There is no maximum period prescribed for its operation.

4. The proclamation for revocation of the emergency by the President doesn’t need parliamentary approval.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

  • A

    1 and 3 only

  • B

    2 and 4 only

  • C

    1, 2 and 3 only

  • D

    1, 2, 3 and 4

8.

Consider the following:

1. Seventh Schedule

2. Involvement of State Legislature in certain constitutional amendments

3. Financial Emergency

4. All India Services

Which of the above can be considered as federal features of the Indian Constitution?

  • A

    1, 2 and 4 only

  • B

    1 and 2 only

  • C

    3 and 4 only

  • D

    1, 2, 3 and 4

9.

In which among the following circumstances the Parliament is empowered to legislate on any subject of the State List?

1. When Rajya Sabha passes a resolution in the national interest to that effect.

2. While a proclamation of national emergency is in operation.

3. When the legislatures of two or more states pass resolutions to that effect.

4. For implementing the international treaties, agreements or conventions.

5. When the President’s rule is imposed in a state.

Select the correct answer using the code below:

  • A

    1, 2 and 3 only

  • B

    1, 2, 3 and 4 only

  • C

    1, 3, 4 and 5 only

  • D

    1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

10.

Consider the following statements with reference to the Emergency provisions:

1. The President cannot declare a national emergency before the actual occurrence of war or armed rebellion or external aggression.

2. The President's rule can be extended for a maximum period of five years.

3. Under Article 360, the President can issue directions for the reduction of salaries of the Judges of the Supreme Court and the High Courts.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • A

    2 only

  • B

    2 and 3 only

  • C

    3 only

  • D

    1 and 3 only

11.

Which of the following are considered to be features of ‘Parliamentary form of Government’?

1. Dual Executives

2. Collective Responsibility

3. Strict Separation of powers

4. Double membership

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

  • A

    1, 2 and 3 only

  • B

    1, 2 and 4 only

  • C

    2, 3 and 4 only

  • D

    1, 2, 3 and 4

12.

Consider the following statements with reference to the Model Code of Conduct (MCC):

1. The Election Commission of India (ECI) formally introduced it for the first time during the Kerala Assembly elections in 1960.

2. Its provisions do not apply to the content posted on social media websites.

3. It is enforced as soon as the election schedule is announced, and stays in force until the election process is completed.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • A

    1 and 3 only

  • B

    3 only

  • C

    2 and 3 only

  • D

    1, 2 and 3

13.

With reference to Electoral bonds, which one of the following statements is correct?

  • A

    The beneficiary political party is required to reveal the identity of the entity that has given it the bonds.

  • B

    It can only be purchased by companies.

  • C

    Only political parties registered under the Representation of the Peoples Act, 1951 are eligible to receive electoral bonds.

  • D

    All of the above

14.

Consider the following statements with reference to service voters:

1. Only the wife of a male service voter, not the husband of a female service voter, can be considered a service voter.

2. A service voter belonging to Armed Forces can vote only through a postal ballot.

3. A service voter is issued an Elector Photo Identity Card (EPIC) like ordinary electors.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • A

    1 only

  • B

    1 and 2 only

  • C

    3 only

  • D

    2 and 3 only

15.

Consider the following statements:

1. The right to vote is a fundamental right in India.

2. Individuals under preventive detention are not eligible to cast their votes in an election.

Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?

  • A

    1 only

  • B

    2 only

  • C

    Both 1 and 2

  • D

    Neither 1 nor 2

16.

Consider the following statements with reference to Electoral Trusts in India:

1. It cannot accept donations from any other electoral trust in India.

2. It can make donations to political parties through electoral bonds.

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

17.

With reference to the Election Commission of India, consider the following statements:

1. The salary and other expenditures of the commission are not charged upon the Consolidated Fund of India.

2. Post-retirement, the election commissioners are not debarred from accepting any further employment in the government.

3. The power to determine the size of the commission is vested in the Parliament.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • A

    1 only

  • B

    1 and 2 only

  • C

    2 and 3 only

  • D

    1, 2 and 3

18.

Consider the following statements with reference to political parties in India:

1. All members of a political party must be Indian citizens in order to get it registered by the Election Commission of India (ECI).

2. The Election commission of India (ECI) cannot deregister a political party on the grounds of violating the Constitution of India.

Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?

  • A

    1 only

  • B

    2 only

  • C

    Both 1 and 2

  • D

    Neither 1 nor 2

19.

With reference to Electoral Photo Identification Card (EPIC) in India, consider the following statements: 

1. It is a standard 10-digit alphanumeric number issued by the Election Commission of India. 

2. An overseas (Non-Resident Indian) elector is not issued an EPIC.

3. It is mandatory for an elector to produce an EPIC to be able to vote in any election. 

Which of the statements given above are correct?

  • A

    1 and 2 only

  • B

    2 and 3 only

  • C

    1 and 3 only

  • D

    1, 2 and 3

20.

With reference to the Representation of the People Act, 1951, consider the following statements:

1. A Scheduled Caste candidate of one State can contest the Lok Sabha election from any other State from a seat reserved for Scheduled Castes.

2. It provides for the allocation of seats for Lok Sabha and state assembly elections.

3. A person punished for the practice of untouchability is permanently disqualified for being elected as a Member of Parliament (MP).

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • A

    1 only

  • B

    2 and 3 only

  • C

    3 only

  • D

    1, 2 and 3