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Indian Government Organisations and Roles

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Indian government organisations and roles questions test knowledge of various ministries, agencies, and constitutional bodies. Topics include disaster management, census operations, and regulatory authorities. This material is highly relevant for civil services and state administrative examinations.

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Indian Government Organisations and Roles Questions

Multiple choice economics economics of development and planning economics of planning objectives of economic planning in india major economic problems

Who among the following constitute the National Development Council? 

1. The Prime Minister
2. The Chairman, Finance Commission
3. Ministers of the Union Cabinet
4. Chief Ministers of the States
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

  1. 1, 2 and 3

  2. 1, 3 and 4

  3. 2 and 4

  4. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The National Development Council or Rashtriya Vikas Parishad is the apex body for decision creating and deliberations on development matters in India, presided over by the Prime Minister

The Council comprises the Prime Minister, the Union Cabinate Ministers, Chief Ministers of all States or their substitutes, representatives of the Union Territories and the members of the NITI Aayog (Planning Commission).

Multiple choice economics economics of development and planning economics of planning objectives of economic planning in india major economic problems

The plans prepared by the Planning Commission are approved by the ___________.

  1. Public Accounts Committee

  2. President

  3. Finance Commission

  4. National Development Council
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The National Development Council (NDC) or the Rashtriya Vikas Parishad is the apex body for decision making and deliberations on development matters in India, presided over by the Prime Minister.

Multiple choice economics economics of development and planning economics of planning objectives of economic planning in india major economic problems

Funds are transferred from the Centre to State __________.

  1. On the recommendations of the Finance Commission

  2. As the Centre's additional grants and loans

  3. As assistance from the Planning Commission

  4. Upon all these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Funds are transferred from the centre to state on the recommendations of the Finance Commission on the transfer of resources. The Finance Commission also transfer funds from centre to state by providing additional grants. These grants are provided to meet specific purposes. 

Moreover, funds are transferred as assistance from the Planning Commission too.

Thus, the correct answer is D.

Multiple choice economics economics of development and planning economics of planning objectives of economic planning in india major economic problems

Which one of the following is the function of the Finance Commission of India?

  1. Allocation of the shares of net proceeds of taxes

  2. Laying down principles governing grants-in-aid

  3. Looking into the financial relation between the Centre and the States

  4. All the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Finance Commission: Article-$280$ of the Constitution of India provides for Finance Commission as a quasi-judicial body. It is constituted by the President of India every fifth year or at such earlier time as be considers necessary. The Finance Commission consists of a chairman and four other members to be appointed by the Presidents.
The Finance Commission is required to make recommendations to the President of India on the following matters.
$1$. The distribution of net proceeds of taxes to be shared between the Centre and the States, and the allocation between the States of the respective shares of such proceeds.
$2$. The Principles that should govern the grant in aid to the States by the Centre(i.e., out of the Consolidated Fund of India).
$3$. The measures needed to augment the Consolidated Fund of a state to supplement the resources of the panchayats and the municipalities in the State on the basis of the recommendations made by the state finance commission.
$4$. Any other matter referred to it by the President in the interests of sound finance.

Multiple choice economics economics of development and planning economics of planning objectives of economic planning in india major economic problems

Who was the chairman of the First Finance Commission?

  1. Amartya Sen

  2. Pranab Mukherjee

  3. SB Chavan

  4. KC Neogy
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Finance Commission is a commission that defines the terms of qualification, disqualification, eligibility and the powers of the Finance Commission. The Commission was established in the year 1951. The same was established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution. It was appointed for the period 1952-1957. It was chaired by KC Neogy.

Thus, the correct answer is D.

Multiple choice economics economics of development and planning economics of planning objectives of economic planning in india major economic problems

Which of the following sets overall targets for various ministries in India?

  1. CAG

  2. Planning Commission

  3. Lok Sabha

  4. Finance Ministry, GOI
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Planning Commission was formed on 15th March 1950. It is an institution in the Government of India which formulated India's five-year plans. It has other important functions. Among other important functions includes its setting of overall targets for various ministries of India.

Thus, the correct answer is B.

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Which of the following is/are true about the Competition Commission of India (CCI)?
(A) CCI is a regulatory body having quasi-judicial structure.
(B) It has been established to replace old Monopolies and Restrictions Trade Practices Act.
(C) Its main objective is to create a healthy environment in corporate world.

  1. Only (A)

  2. Only (B)

  3. Only (C)

  4. All (A), (B) and (C)
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Competition Commission of India is a statutory body of the Government of India responsible for enforcing The Competition Act, 2002 throughout India and to prevent activities that have an appreciable adverse effect on competition in India.
It was established on 14 October 2003.CCI consists of a Chairperson and 6 Members appointed by the Central Government. 

It is the duty of the Commission to eliminate practices having adverse effect on competition, promote and sustain competition, protect the interests of consumers and ensure freedom of trade in the markets of India

Multiple choice economics economics of development and planning economics of planning objectives of economic planning in india major economic problems

Which of the following commissions set up by the President of India decides the distribution of tax income between the Central and State Governments?

  1. Central Law Commission

  2. Pay Commission for Govt Employees

  3. Administrative Reforms Commission

  4. Finance Commission
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Finance Commission of India was established by the President of India in the year 1951. The establishment took place under Article 280 of the country’s Constitution. This flattering commission decides the distribution of tax income between the Central and State Governments. Thus, it defines the financial relations between the Central and individual State Governments.

Thus, the correct answer is D.

Multiple choice economics economics of development and planning economics of planning objectives of economic planning in india major economic problems

Which of the following institutions or agencies is responsible for preparing and supervising the Five Year Plans in India?

  1. Reserve Bank of India

  2. Planning Commission of India

  3. Election Commission

  4. National Farmers Union
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Planning Commission is an institution which is responsible to formulate Five Year Plans. This is a non-statutory and non-constitutional body. Moreover, it formulates plans with the aim to achieve social and economic development. Furthermore, It is responsible for supervising Five Year Plans too.

Thus, the correct answer is B.

Multiple choice economics economics of development and planning economics of planning objectives of economic planning in india major economic problems

Which of the following organisations/agencies are involved in drafting the Union Budget of India?

  1. The Planning Commission only

  2. The Comptroller and Auditor General only

  3. Administrative Ministries only

  4. a and b only
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Union Budget of India is also referred to as the Annual Financial Statement. This is given such name under Article 112 of the Constitution of India. Also, it is the annual budget of the Republic of India. Moreover, Government presents it on the first day of February. Furthermore, this budget is drafted under the Ministry of Finance. The Administrative Ministries are only involved in the drafting of the Union Budget.

Thus, the correct answer is C.

Multiple choice economics economics of development and planning economics of planning objectives of economic planning in india major economic problems

Which of the following organisations/agencies is actively involved in drafting the union budget of India?

  1. The Planning Commission

  2. The Comptroller and Auditor General

  3. Administrative staff of the Lok Sabha

  4. Ministry of Finance
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Union Budget is drafted under the Ministry of finance. The administrative staff of the Lok Sabha is the organisation or agency which is actively involved in drafting the Union Budget of India.

Thus, the correct answer is C.

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To whom has the Indian government entrusted the responsibility of the conservation of National Monuments?

  1. Tourism Department

  2. Environment Department

  3. Archaeological Department

  4. Education Department
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Archaeological Survey of India is a Government of India organization responsible for archaeological research and the conservation and preservation of cultural monuments in the country. It was founded in 1861 by the British Raj.

Multiple choice elements of business fundamentals of business activities characteristics of vocational activities basis of classification of business activities classification of business

The State and Central government also have secretary for all departments functioning under the control of ministers in ___________.

  1. Stock Exchange

  2. Sachivalaya

  3. Capital Market

  4. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Sachivalaya is responsible for the administration of the government of India. It facilitates smooth transaction of business of ministries of government by ensuring adherence of the rules . It assists in decision making in the government by ensuring inter-ministerial coordination. The state and central government also have secretary for all the departments functioning under the control of ministers in sachivalaya. 

Multiple choice elements of business fundamentals of business activities characteristics of vocational activities basis of classification of business activities classification of business

A type of secretary appointed by an institution is called institutional secretary.

  1. True

  2. False
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

True, institutional secretary is a type of secretary which takes charges of the administration of the whole institution and helps the management in regard to the decision making for the institution.

Multiple choice elements of business fundamentals of business activities characteristics of vocational activities basis of classification of business activities classification of business

President of National Company Law Tribunal cannot be re-appointed on expiry of his term.

  1. True

  2. False
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation
Section 10FE, Companies Act, talks about the "term of office of president and members."
The President and every other Member of the Tribunal shall hold office as such for a term of three years from the date
on which he enters upon his office but shall be eligible for re-appointment :
Provided that no President or other Member shall hold office as such after he has attained, -
(a) in the case of the President, the age of sixty-seven years ;
(b) in the case of any other Member, the age of sixty-five years :
Provided further that the President or other Member may retain his lien with his parent cadre or Ministry or
Department, as the case may be, while holding office as such.