In the Constitution, there is no provision for impeachment on whom- Governor
Money bill can be introduced in the Legislative Assembly with the prior permission of- Governor of the state
Which state legislative assembly has the maximum number of members – Uttar Pradesh
Salary and allowances of the ex-officio officials of India are mentioned in which schedule of the Constitution – Second Schedule
The expression ‘gram Sabha’ correctly represents – the electoral college for the panchayat
The Ninth Schedule was added by which Amendment? First
Who is competent to prescribe conditions as for acquiring Indian citizenship? – Parliament
In India, if a religious sect/community is given “the status of a national minority, what special advantages it is entitled to? – exclusive educational institution can be established
Right to Information is a – Fundamental right
The concept of concurrent list in the Indian Constitution is derived from the constitution of which country – Australia
Which country has the largest constitution in the world – India
On which date India became a Sovereign, democratic republic? – 26-Jan-50
The members of the Constituent were elected by? – the Legislative Assemblies of various provinces.
Article 352: National emergency
Article 356: State emergency/ President rule
Article 360: Financial emergency
The Constituent Assembly of India was formed on the recommendation of? – the Cabinet Mission
Who elected the members of Constituent Assembly? – Legislative members of respective provinces
To whom, the Union Public Service Commission presents its report? – President
Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly of India? – Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Which of the followings was a popular slogan of French revolution?- Liberty, Equality, Fraternity
How many times the Preamble of the Constitution was amended – once (in the year 1976 by 42nd CA)
Where is the word ‘federal’ used in the Indian Constitution? – nowhere in the Constitution.
Which committee was assigned to recommend reforms in the insurance sector? – Malhotra committee
During the proclamation of National Emergency which articles cannot be suspended? – Articles 20 and 21
In which account all revenues received by the Union Government by way of taxes and other receipts is credited? – Consolidated fund of India
Article 1 of the Indian Constitution declares that “India means India” is – the Union of States
When did the Indian Constitution come into force – January 26, 1950
At the time of the creation of the Indian Constitution, who was the Constitutional Advisor of the Constituent Assembly – B.N. Rao
In India, the concept of single citizenship has been adopted from? – England
In which article of Indian constitution, provision has been made for reservation for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes – Article 335
Which committee recommended the Tribhasha Sutra? – Kothari Committee
What happens if the annual Union Budget is not passed by the Lok Sabha? – Government Resigns
Which part of the constitution deals with the provisions of citizenship? – Part II
The Indian constitution had taken the concept of Federalism from? – Canada
The finance commission is formed according to which article of the constitution? – Article 280
What is the main function of Finance Commission? – Distribution of revenue between centre and States
Who can change/ modify the recommendations of Delimitation Commission? – No one
Who was the chairman of the drafting committee? – Ambedkar
What are the basic features of the Indian Constitution that cannot be amended under Article 368? – Sovereignty, Territoriality, Integrity, Federal System, Judicial Review, Parliamentary System of Governance etc.
Which schedule deal with the division of power between centre and the states? – 7th schedule
Items in Central List: 100
Items in State List: 66
Items in Concurrent List: 52
Who is the chairman of the Inter State Council? – Prime Minister
Panchayat Secretary is appointed by: State government
The bill for the local governance was introduced in the government of- Narsimha Rao
Who recommended for the ‘two tier’ for of local governance in place of three tier form of governance.? – Ashok Mehta Committee (1977)
Who recommended for participation by political parties at all levels? – Ashok Mehta Committee (1977)
From which constitution are the fundamental rights in the Indian Constitution – American Constitution
Which constitution was the first to introduce Preamble? – American Constitution
Who talked about the constitutional safeguard to the local bodies? – L M Singhvi committee
The first municipal corporation in India was set up at which place? – Madras
In which case, Supreme Court specifically opined that Preamble is not a part of the Constitution? – Berubari case (1960)
In which case, the Supreme Court held that Preamble is a part of the Constitution? – Kesavananda Bharati case (1973)
How many fundamental rights were given initially? – seven
How many fundamental rights are present now? – Six
The right to freedom is mentioned in which articles of the Indian Constitution – Articles 19-22
Who is regarded as father of local-self-government in India? – Lord Ripon
The idea to promote equal justice and to provide free legal aid to the poor is enshrined in- Article 39 A.
A writ is issued by whom- any High Court or the Supreme Court
Writ issued to protect personal freedom is- Habeas Corpus
The mandate given by court to a government official to do his official work- Mandamus
According to the Indian Constitution, the right to life is- a fundamental right.
Which part of the constitution is non-justiciable, that is, its provisions are not enforceable in courts of law? – DPSP and Preamble
Which part of the state promotes the concept of a ‘welfare state’ and not that of a ‘police state’? – DPSP (Directive Principles of State Policy)
What type of writ is issued by a higher court to a lower court or tribunal to prevent the latter from exceeding its jurisdiction? – Prohibition
Which part of the state promotes the concept of economic and social democracy in the country? – DPSP
The right to property was deleted and made a legal right by- 44th CA.
In which part of the constitution of India, there is a provision for the Directive Principle of State Policy (DPSP)? – Part IV (Article 36 to 51)
The right to property was removed from the list of fundamental rights during whose reign – Morarji Desai Government
During which prime minister was the strategy of Rolling plan was adopted? – Morarji Desai
Dr. Ambedkar called the right to constitutional remedies (Article 32 and Article 226) – the heart of the constitution
In which part of the Indian Constitution are the Fundamental Rights mentioned? – Part III (Article 12 to 35)
How many fundamental rights are there in our constitution? – Six
Under which Article of the Constitution of India, the fundamental rights of the members of the armed forces can be specifically restricted- Article 33
On what basis are the minorities recognized in the Indian Constitution- Religion
What type of writ is issued by a higher court to a lower court or tribunal either to transfer a case pending with the latter to it or to squash the order of the latter? – Certiorari
Who propounded the term ‘Rule of Law’? – A.V. Dicey
By which amendment were the fundamental duties added to the constitution – 42nd amendment
Which Article of the Constitution deals with fundamental duties – Article 51A
What type of writ is issued by the court to enquire into the legality of claim of a person to a public office? – Quo-Warranto
How many fundamental duties are currently mentioned in the Indian Constitution? – 11
The fundamental duties were recommended by- Swarn Singh Committee
Fundamental rights can be suspended- President
Which Article of the Indian Constitution abolishes untouchability? – Article 17
Certain fundamental rights are not given to- foreigners.
Court Case: Fundamental Right cannot be amended- Golaknath Case (1967)
In which case did the Supreme Court establish the primacy of fundamental rights above the Directive Principles of State Policy – Golaknath case
Who place the Report of the Comptroller and Auditor General in the parliament? – President
Part 4 of Indian Constitution deals with- Directive Principles of State Policy
The freedom of movement and residence is contained in- Article 19
Which type of bill can be passed in the joint sitting of Parliament? – Ordinary bill only
The defeat of president address in Loksabha is supposed to be- the defeat of the govt.
Who decides the date of election of the Speaker? – President
Which article contains the provision of freedom of speech? – Article 19
Who recommends the name of judges to be appointed in high courts/ supreme courts? – Collegium of Judges
Who appoints high court judges? – President of India
Who appoints District Court judges? – Governor of the state
Which Directive Principles have a direct effect of Gandhi’s moral philosophy – prohibition on cow slaughter
What are the main objectives of incorporating the Directive Principles in the Constitution of India? – to establish socio-economic democracy
Who can remove SC judges? – Parliament
The Constitution of India can be amended by- Article 368 (with special majority).
Rights that cannot be suspended during the operation of a National Emergency are- the rights guaranteed by Articles 20 and 21.
When rights guaranteed by Article 19 can be suspended? – only when emergency is declared on the grounds of war or external aggression (i.e. external emergency) and not on the ground of armed rebellion (i.e. internal emergency).
Central Government Schemes like Matru Vandana Yojana has been framed in accordance with which article of the constitution? – Article 42
Which Article of the Indian Constitution determines that the Directive Principles of State Policy cannot be enforced by any court – Article 37
Directive principles in our Constitution- are unenforceable by legal courts.
Which of the Directive Principles of State Policy is based on Gandhian Philosophy – Gram Panchayat organization
Which Article of the Constitution of India is related to declaring India as a welfare state- Article 39
Who can contest the election to Lok Sabha? – Citizens of India above 25 years of age (Name exist in the electoral Roll)
If the president declares national emergency, it should be approved by each House of Parliament – within a month from the reassembly of Loksabha
What type of right is the right to contest the election? – Constitutional Right
What type of right is the right to vote in the election? – Constitutional Right
National Emergency- Article 352
State Emergency- Article 356
Financial Emergency- Article 360
A proclamation imposing President’s Rule must be approved by both the Houses of Parliament – within two months from the date of its issue.
What is the minimum age to become the President/ Vice President of India/ governor of the state? – 35 years
Who decides the date and schedule for the Lok Sabha elections? – Union Home Ministry
Minimum age to Contest the Election of Lok Sabha- 25 years.
Minimum age to contest the election of Rajya Sabha- 30 years.
Minimum age to contest the election of Panchayat- 21 years.
Minimum age to vote in India- 18 years
Who has been on the post of Vice President of India twice – Dr. S. Radhakrishnan
President is- Integral Part of the Parliament
Who resolves the disputes relating to splits/mergers of recognised political parties? – Election Commission
How many members can be nominated by the President for both Houses of Parliament – 14
How long is the tenure of a member of Rajya Sabha? – six years
If the Speaker of Lok Sabha wants to resign, to whom will he address his resignation- Deputy Speaker
Finance Commission is- the constitutional bodies according to the Constitution of India.
After how many years the Finance Commission is appointed by the President of India – 5 years
The Central Government grants “grants” to the States from the Consolidated Fund of India based on whose recommendations- Finance Commission
Who is the Protector of Contingency Fund of India? – President
Who is the supreme commander-in-chief of the country’s armed forces? – President
Who moves the private member bill? – Non ministers
Authority, who can refer a matter under Article 143 to the Supreme Court of India for an advisory opinion- President of India
In a single transferable voting method, every voter can express – as many choices as the candidates in the election.
Who was the first non-political President of India? – Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
How many times has the President declared a National Emergency? – three times
If the President wants to resign, to whom he will address his resignation- Vice President
What is the maximum age limit set for the post of President of India? – There is no maximum age limit.
In the event of a deadlock between the two houses of Parliament, who presides over the Joint Session – Speaker of Lok Sabha
How many types of emergencies are there in the Constitution? – Three
In India, how many times has the President declared a financial emergency? – never
To protect and improve the environment and to safeguard forests and wild life is enshrined in- Article 48 A
How many times the President of India can stand for re-election to his post? – as many times as he wants.
All the ordinances issued by the president (during the recess of the Parliament) must be approved by the Parliament within- six weeks after its reassembly.
The Vice President of India is elected by – the Members of Parliament (both elected and nominated).
What is the maximum possible strength of the Rajya Sabha? – 250
Any dispute regarding election of Vice President of India – must be filed in the Supreme Court.
The President of India can be impeached – by Parliament
From where the parliamentary system of the Government of India has been adopted? – British Constitution
Parliamentary Committee scrutinizing the report of Comptroller and Auditor General of India- Public Accounts Committee
The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee in the Indian Parliament is- Leader of the opposition party
Who is currently heading the Public Accounts Committee? – Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury
How many members of Rajya Sabha are nominated by the president? – 12
What is the strength of the Public Accounts Committee? – 22 members.
What is the tenure of the members of Rajya Sabha? – six years
Which is the competent body which sets the conditions for obtaining citizenship – Parliament
Who has the power to create All India Services –Rajya Sabha (by two third majority)
How many members from Lok Sabha is chosen to the Public Accounts Committee? – 15
To whom the Parliamentary Affairs Committee submits its reports? – President
Who appoints the chairman of Public Accounts Committee? – President
What is the current strength of Rajya Sabha? – 245
To whom the Cabinet is collectively responsible? – Lok Sabha
The bill sent to the joint sitting of the two Houses of Parliament has to be passed – by a simple majority of the members present.
How many members from Rajya Sabha is chosen to the Public Accounts Committee? – 7
Who is regarded as the head of the state in India? – President
Who certifies a bill in the Lok Sabha as a money bill? – Speaker
The first Speaker of the Lok Sabha was- G.V. Mavalankar
According to the Constitution of India, the session of both the Houses of Parliament is required to convene at least how many times in a year? – twice.
Who is the executive head of the government? – PM
Which schedule of the Constitution deals with the allocation of seats in the Rajya Sabha to the states and union territories? – Schedule IV
The Fourth Schedule of the Constitution deals with the allocation of seats in the Rajya Sabha to the states and union territories.
What is the name of the motion moved to draw the attention of the Lok Sabha towards the matter of urgent public importance? – Adjournment motion
What is the minimum time allocated for the discussion of the adjournment motion? – 2.5 Hours
If Parliament appoints a committee for a specific purpose, then it is called- Adhoc Committee
By which bill does the government propose to collect revenue for one year? – Finance Bill
How many UTs gets representation in Rajya Sabha? – 02 (Delhi and Puducherry)
Which Schedule of the Constitution of India determines the allocation of seats in Rajya Sabha? – Fourth Schedule
Who is the Chairman of Rajya Sabha? – Vice President of India
The rule of nomination of members of Rajya Sabha by-the President is taken from the constitution of which country? – Ireland
Which Article empowers Parliament to legislate on subjects of the State List? – 249
What is the maximum possible number of elected members in Lok Sabha? – 550
What is the maximum possible number of members of Lok Sabha? – 552
Which innovative discussion process has been incorporated by the Indian Parliament in the world parliamentary systems? – zero hour.
A Member of Parliament will lose his membership in Parliament if he is continuously absent from sessions – more than 60 days.
What should be the difference between the first motion of no confidence and the second no confidence motion – 6 months
What is the quorum (quorum) required to conduct Lok Sabha? – 1/10
What is the key provisions of the fifth schedule/ Schedule 5? – Special Provisions for the Schedules Tribes
Within what time a minister should get elected to either house of parliament to avoid disqualification? – 6 months
Which article says that the President can nominate a person to Rajya Sabha? – Article 80
Sarkaria Commission was constituted to report on what subject- Center-State Relations
What is common agreement between Gandhism and Marxism? – Stateless Society
Who was the first Deputy Prime Minister of India – Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Who appoints the chief minister of Delhi? – President
The term ‘State’ has been defined under which article of the constitution? – Article 12
Who can take part in the proceeding of the Lok Sabha, can speak in the Lok Sabha but cannot vote? – Attorney General of India
Pension of a High Court Judge is charged to- the Consolidated Fund of India.
Who happens to be the chairman of the zonal council? – Union Home minister
Who happens to be the vice chairman of the zonal council? – Chief Minister of States
Under which act, the Zonal council was created? – States Reorganisation Act, 1956
In order to inflict changes in the federal structure of the constitution, the bill must be passed by what proportion of the states? – Half
Salary of a High Court Judge is charged to- the Consolidated Fund of State.
Who is the Chairman of National Integration Council? – Prime Minister
Which government of India act provided for the distribution of powers between the Centre and the States? – Government of India Act, 1935
Who appoints judges of Supreme Court of India? – President
Who appoints judges of High Courts? – President
At what age do the judges of the Supreme Court retire? – 65 years
At what age do the judges of the High Court retire? – 62 years
Who interprets the Constitution? – Judiciary
Who is the Custodian of Indian Constitution? – Supreme Court
Maximum number of judges in the Supreme Court- 33 (excluding Chief Justice of India)
Who has the power to increase the number of judges in supreme court? – Parliament
Number of high court in India- 25
Number of States in India- 29
No. of UTs in India- 7
The voting age was reduced from 21 to 18 years by the 61st Constitutional Amendment Act in which year? – 1988.
By whom can the High Court Judges be removed from their office on the basis of incompetence or proven misconduct even before the expiry of their term – President on the recommendations of both the Houses of Parliament.
Who can remove the High Court Judge – President on the resolution of Parliament passed by special majority
Under which Article of the Constitution of India, the decision of the Central Administrative Tribunal can be challenged in the Supreme Court- 323A
Who appoints Comptroller and Auditor General of India? – President
Seats of states in Lok Sabha has been frozen till when? – 2026
What is the tenure of Comptroller and Auditor General of India? – 6 years
Who is the highest civil officer of the Central Government? – Cabinet Secretary
For how long the term of the Lok Sabha can be extended during the period of national emergency? – any length of time
Who appoints the Attorney General of India? – President
The term of office of the members of the Union Public Service Commission is – 6 years or till attaining the age of 65 years.
Any member of the Union Public Service Commission can be removed – by the President
Under which article is the Election Commission set up – Article 324
All executive actions are taken in the name of which authority? President
Who is the authority to decide the question of disqualification on the basis of representation of people act 1951? – President
Who is the authority to decide the question of disqualification on the basis of anti-defection law? – Speaker of Lok Sabha
Without being a member of the parliament, a person who is eligible to vote can be made a minister for what period of time? – for six months
A national political party is one which has received 6 percent of the total votes cast – in four or more states
When the bail amount of an election candidate of Lok Sabha or Vidhan Sabha is forfeited – when he is unable to get even 1/6 of the total vote.
Which clause of the constitution mention the term ‘No confidence Motion’- Not mentioned
Who was the first Chief Election Commissioner of India- Sukumar Sen
Who is the chairman of the Business Advisory Committee? – Speaker
How a short notice question is answered in parliament? – Orally
What happens if the censure motion is passed against the government? – Government need not resign
Who is the chairman of the Rules Committee? – Speaker
Who is the chairman of the General Purpose Committee? -Speaker
The Gandhian Principles of promoting cottage industries finds mention in which part of the constitution? – DPSP
The model code of conduct to be followed by political parties and candidates during elections is as specified in- the Representation of the People Act, 1951.
Who appoints Chief Minister – Governor
The article for the Prohibition of Traffic in Human Beings and Forced Labour: Article 23
In which Article of Indian Constitution, the functions of the Chief Minister are defined – Article 167
The anti-defection law has been enumerated in which schedule of the constitution? – Tenth Schedule
First state of independent India which was created on linguistic basis – Andhra Pradesh
When states were reorganized on linguistic basis? – in year 1956
Who prepares the electoral roll for the Vidhan Sabha elections? – Election Commission of India
Who adjudicates a dispute between two or more States? – Supreme Court
In which year States were reorganized on linguistic basis – 1956
What is the maximum fixed number of members of the State Legislative Assembly? – 500.
Ordinance promulgated by the Governor is subject to the promulgation by- State Legislature
How many members of the Anglo-Indian community are nominated in the Legislative Assembly issued by the Governor? – One
According to which article, the State Legislative Council can be created or abolished – Article 169
Under which article there is a provision that lay down that no person shall be compelled to pay any taxes for the promotion or maintenance of any particular religion- Article 27
Who was the first woman Governor of independent India – Mrs. Sarojini Naidu
Who presides over as the chairman of the joint sitting of the parliament when both speaker and the deputy speaker are absent? – Deputy chairman of Rajya Sabha
Who was first woman to become a Chief Minister of any State in India? – Sucheta Kripalani
What is the working period of a temporary member of the UN Security Council? – 2 years
How many countries are members of the UN General Assembly – 194
Speaker of Lok Sabha is given a very high position in the order of precedence. He is placed at seventh rank, along with? – Chief Justice of India.
Number of judges in International Court of Justice – 15
Who was in favor of non-party democracy? – Jayaprakash Narayan
Which country was the first female Prime Minister in the world – Sri Lanka
In which year did the ‘Shimla Treaty’ be signed between India and Pakistan – 1972
In which year the Parliament of India passed the Environment Bill – 1986
What comes under Article 124A of the Indian Penal Code? – Treason
Who decides the date of election of Speaker? – President
Who decides the date of election of Deputy Speaker? – Speaker
Who is the Chairman of National Disaster Management Authority? – Prime Minister of India
Bicameral legislature means – the lower and upper houses.
In India, the ‘Look East Policy’ was launched by which Prime Minister- P.V. Narasimha Rao
When the post of “Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha” was recognised for the first time? – 1969
Which is the first country to make a constitution? – USA
Which country has the briefest Constitution in the world? – USA
The Constitution of India represents the budget as- Annual Financial Statement
Who automatically becomes the chairman, when nominated to any parliamentary committee? – The Deputy Speaker
At the time of constitution, the areas which are known as North East Frontier Agency are now – State of Arunachal Pradesh
How many schedules are there in the Constitution of India – 12
The forests have been kept– concurrent list
73rd Constitutional Amendment – Panchayat Raj
74th Constitutional Amendment – Municipal Council
Which Article of the Indian Constitution directs the State Governments to constitute Gram Panchayats? – Article 40
Panchayati polity is divided into how many levels of governance – 3
Who proposed the three-tier Panchayat Raj system in India? – Balwant Rai Mehta Committee
Which state was the first to adopt Panchayati Raj – Rajasthan
Which Article empowers the Indian Parliament to amend the Constitution? – Article 368
Who was the proponent of Panchsheel’s principles? – Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru
When Panchsheel was signed? – 1954
Gujral doctrine is related with- Foreign Affairs
What is unique about Kesavananda Bharati case (1973)? – Basic Structure Doctrine
Where Basic Structure has been defined in the constitution? – Nowhere
When did the Constituent Assembly adopt the national anthem? – January 24, 1950
Who is believed to have the most influence over the Constitution of India? – Government of India Act, 1935
Which country has unwritten constitution – U.K.
Who appoints a Speaker Pro Tem? – President
Who administers oath to the Speaker Pro Tem? – President
The concept of rule of law is a special feature of the constitutional system of – Britain
Which country has no written constitution? – UK
The original Constitution had- 395 Articles, 8 Schedules and 22 Parts.
Under which article of the constitution can any person raise the matter of violation of fundamental rights directly in the Supreme Court – Article 32
Under which article of the constitution can any person raise the matter of violation of fundamental rights directly in the High Court – Article 226
Which judicial order the higher court issues to a lower court- Prohibition
In which case ‘habeas corpus’ writ is issued – defective police detention
Under which fundamental right ‘freedom of expression’ comes – right to freedom
Fundamental rights of Indian citizens can be suspended – during national emergency
In which article is there a provision of ‘Right to Equality’ – Article -14
In which article is the protection of the interests of minorities considered – 29
Directive Principles of State Policy in Indian Constitution were taken from the constitution of which country – Ireland
The first Finance Commission was formed – in 1951
In which year the President of India imposed emergency due to internal disorder – 1975
To whom does the President submit his resignation- Vice-President
Can Speaker of Lok Sabha suspend a member from the house? Yes
Can Chairman of Rajya Sabha suspend a member from the house? No
Who can suspend the member of Rajya Sabha? – Rajya Sabha itself by the resolution
Who can dilute the suspension of members from the Rajya Sabha? – Rajya Sabha itself by the resolution
If national emergency is approved by both the Houses of Parliament, the emergency continues for six months, and can be extended to an indefinite period with an approval of the Parliament- for every six months.
A proclamation imposing President’s Rule must be approved by both the Houses of Parliament within- two months from the date of its issue.
If president rule is approved by both the Houses of Parliament, the President’s Rule continues for six months. It can be extended for a maximum period of three years with the approval of the Parliament- every six months.
The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament is appointed by- the Speaker of the Lok Sabha.
What is the purpose of MPLAD scheme? – Creation of durable assets
Where can a nominated member of the parliament spend the fund of MPLAD scheme? – Anywhere in the country
Who appoints the Chairman of all the Parliamentary Committees of the Lok Sabha? – Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Who was the first Indian to become the President of the Central Legislature – Vitthalbhai Patel
When the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) was established? – 2004
Who was the first Speaker of the Lok Sabha of Independent India – G.V. Mavalankar
Where can a motion of no confidence be presented against the Union Council of Ministers – only in the Lok Sabha
Most of the provisions in the Constitution of India can be amended by -the only Parliament
Who determines the salary and allowances of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha – Parliament
In either of the two houses of Parliament, it is compulsory to have a minimum number of members so that the work of the house can continue – one tenth of the total members
Who joins the National Development Council – Chief Ministers of all states
To become a Judge of High Court, at least how many years should have experience of advocacy as High Court Advocate – 10 years
Judicial revision in Indian constitution is based on- the procedure established by law.
The Comptroller and Auditor General of India is appointed for how many years- 6 years
Which officer can be invited to express his opinion in the Parliament – Attorney General of India
Which act is credited for providing the separate electorate to Muslims? – Government of India Act 1909
In which year was the anti-defection law passed by the Parliament of India – 1985
By which constitutional amendment was anti-defection law passed? – 52nd
Who can issue writ for the enforcement of ordinary legal right? – High Court.
Who can issue writ for the enforcement of fundamental right? – Supreme Court.
Which act provided separate electorate for dalits? – Government of India Act 1919
Within what period the Rajya Sabha has to return the money bill to Lok Sabha? – 14 days
All the ordinances issued by the president (during the recess of the Parliament) must be approved by the Parliament within what time period? – six weeks
By which amendment of the constitution the voting age was reduced from 21 years to 18 years – 61st amendment
At least what percentage of votes should a political party get to get the status of registered party – 6 percent
Right to vote in Parliament elections- are legal rights.
Who is administered the oath of office to the Governor- Chief Justice of the High Court
Who is the highest law officer of a state? – Advocate General
The 86th Amendment Act of 2002 changed the subject-matter of Article 45 and made elementary education a fundamental right under Article? – Article 21 A
Which act is credited for establishment of diarchy in the provinces? – Government of India Act 1919
Who is in the electoral board for the election of the President? – Elected members of Parliament, Elected members of the State Legislative Assemblies
What is the meaning of Public Litigation? – Raising the matter of public interest by common men
What is tenure of UPSC chairman? 06 years or 65 years
To whom is the central Council of Ministers responsible? – Lok Sabha
What facilities and recognitions provided to LOP in Lok Sabha? – similar to the Union Cabinet Minister
“The basic structure of the constitution cannot be modified” was the key remarks of SC in which case? – Kesavananda Bharati case
Question – Where can the Constitution Amendment Bill be presented first? – Either in Lok Sabha or in Rajya Sabha
Who recognizes political parties in India? – Election Commission of India
Under which article of the Constitution, can judge of the Supreme Court be impeached? – Article 124
Who can initiate the proposal of impeachment of the President of India? – Either house of parliament
Under which article of the Constitution, can Rajya Sabha create new All India services? – Article 312
Can propose the creation of administrative services – Under Article 312
Who can vote in the election of Vice President? – All (Elected and Nominated) members of both the Houses of parliament
Under which article of the Constitution can the President dissolve the Lok Sabha? – Article-85
How many days before the President should be given notice to impeach him? – 14 days
Under which article the President of the country is elected? – Article 54
What proportion of the total number of members of the Legislative Council is elected by the members of the Legislative Assembly? – 1/3 part
What is discussed in Article 75 of the Constitution? – Council of Ministers
Education used to come under the state list earlier, this has been brought in the concurrent list by the Act? – 42nd constitution amendment act
Fundamental duties are discussed in which article of the Indian Constitution? – Article 51(A)
Who was the first Chairman of Rajya Sabha in independent India? – Dr. Sarpanali Radhakrishnan
‘Sharda Act’ was made to remove which social evil? – Child marriage
In the Preamble of the Indian Constitution, words ‘Socialist, ‘Secular’ and ‘Integrity’ were added? – 42nd Constitution Amendment Act
Under which act the Secretary of India was established? – Indian Council Act, 1858
When NALSA was constituted under the Legal Services Authorities Act? – 1987
What is the objective of NALSA? – to provide free legal services to weaker sections of society.
Who is the Patron-in-Chief of Legal Service Authorities? – Chief Justice of India
The gross domestic product of India in the 16th century was about what percentage of word economy? – 25 %
What percentage of Indian workforce have undergone the formal skilled training? – 3 Percent
What is the name of the model of development considering “not excluding any section of the society from the development”? – Inclusive Development
What term is used to refer the payments done by the government to the section of society for which no economic activity is produced in return? – Transfer of Payment
What was the unique feature of Indus Valley Civilization? – Drainage System
Where the wealthy people of IVC reside? – Citadel
What was the system of exchange in IVC? – Barter system
Bhimbetka is famous for which type of painting? – Pre-historic Rock Painting
Where Bhimbetka is located? – Near Bhopal
The cave paintings of which place show skins of spotted deer left drying? – Narsinghgarh (Maharashtra)
The prehistoric rock art site, Belum Caves is geologically located in which place? – Kurnool
Who issued first time gold coins on a large scale in ancient India? – Kanishka
Harappa is situated on the bank of which river? – Ravi river
Mohan Jodaro is situated on the bank of which river? – Indus River
Where the granaries were found? – Harappa, Mohan Jodaro
Where the Mother Goddess figure was found? – Harappa
Where the stone symbol of Lingum and yoni was found? – Harappa
Which place was mainly urban in character in the IVC? – Mohan Jodaro
Where the great bath was found in IVC? – Mohan Jodaro
Where the statue of a dancing girl was found? – Mohan Jodaro
Harappa and Mohan Jodaro are located in which country? – Pakistan
Dholavira is situated in which state? – Gujarat
Where is the unique water reservoir system located? – Dholavira
Which Harappan site is located on the tropic of cancer? – Dholavira
Dholavira was famous for the trade of which commodity/ animal? – Horse
Where the Harappan site Lothal is located? – Gujarat
What was the unique feature of Lothal? – Dock Yard
Where the evidence of Rice, Bead making has been found? – Lothal
Which type of factory was located in Kalibagan? – Bangle factory
Ploughed field were found at which IVC site? – Kalibagan
Where Horse bone has been found? – Surkotada
Which is the only city without citadel in IVC? – Chanhudaro
Where the carts with seated driver has been found? – Chanhudaro
Which Harappan site is considered to be the starting site of IVC? – Chanhudaro
Which the only site with oval shaped settlement? – Banawali
Which is the only city with radial streets? – Banawali
Where the Toy plough has been found? – Banawali
Which site is located near the Bolan Pass? – Mehrgarh
Where is Bolan Pass located? – On Iran Pakistan boarder
Where the cultivation of Barley and Wheat started? – Mehrgarh
Where the dead person was buried with goats, which were probably meant to serve as food in the next world? – Mehrgarh
Where the cultivation of Cotton started in IVC? – Mehrgarh
From where the earliest evidence of animal domestication and agriculture in India has come? – Mehrgarh
Rakhigarhi is situated in which Indian state? – Haryana
Where is the Indus site Daimabad located? – Maharashtra
Kalibangan is situated in which Indian State? – Rajasthan
Which IVC cities had fire altars, where sacrifices may have been performed? – Kalibangan and Lothal
Which animal do not appear on the seals of IVC? – Lion
Red Ware is the name of pottery from which civilization? – IVC