MCQ for polity-6

by Vajiram & Ravi

26-08-2023

02:06 PM

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