Civics Polity
Indian Polity and Governance
1,708 Questions
Indian Polity and Governance outlines the constitutional framework, administrative structure, and political system of India. This page provides practice questions on executive appointments, the role of councils of ministers, and disaster management. These topics are fundamental for civil services and state level exams.
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Indian Polity and Governance Questions
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Name
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Powers
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Both (a) & (b)
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None of these
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Both heads of state are called 'President' but their powers differ significantly. The Indian President is largely ceremonial while the US President has extensive executive powers. Option A correctly identifies that they share only the title, not actual powers.
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territorial constituencies
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membership in Rajya Sabha
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office of profit
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dissolution of Lok Sabha
B
Correct answer
Explanation
In this case, Samajwadi Party leader Jaya Bachchan was disqualified as Rajya Sabha member on the grounds of holding an office of profit.
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power of the President to dissolve Lok Sabha
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power of the Governor to promulgate ordinances
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power of the President to promulgate ordinances
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power of the Parliament to pass bills
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Article 123 of the Constitution grants the President certain law making powers to promulgate ordinances when either of the two houses of Parliament is not in session and hence, it is not possible to enact laws in the Parliament.
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Art. 316
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Art. 317
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Art. 350
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Art. 351
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Article 317 of the Indian Constitution states provision in accordance with removal or suspension of a member of Public Service Commission.
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President in consultation with the High Court of the state concerned
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Governor of the state concerned in consultation with the High Court of the state concerned
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Governor in consultation with the Chief Justice of India
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Collegium of the High Court
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Under Article 233 of the Indian Constitution, appointments of persons to be and the posting and promotion of district judges in any state shall be made by the Governor of the state in consultation with the High Court exercising jurisdiction in relation to such state.
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State Government
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Central Government
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Supreme Court
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President of India
A
Correct answer
Explanation
A court is presided over by a judge appointed by the High Court of that particular state.
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Art. 37
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Art. 39 (b)
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Art. 39 (c)
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Art. 43 A
C
Correct answer
Explanation
According to article 39 (c) of the Indian Constitution, the economy of the state will be administered in such a manner so that wealth may not yet be concentrated in a few hands and the means of production may not be used against the public interest
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Expenses of Public Service Commissions
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Reports of Public Service Commissions
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Functions of Public Service Commissions
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None of the above
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Article 323 of the Indian Constitution is related to the Reports of Public Service Commissions.
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Chief Minister
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Prime Minister
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President
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Governor
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Article 316 of the Indian Constitution states that the Chairman and other members of a Public Service Commission shall be appointed, in the case of the Union Commission or a Joint Commission by the President and in the case of a State Commission by the Governor of the State.
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by the President of India
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if it is approved by Parliament with special majority
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if it is approved by the Chief Justice of India
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if a proclamation of financial emergency is in operation
D
Correct answer
Explanation
The salary of a sitting judge of the Supreme Court of India may be reduced if a proclamation of financial emergency is in operation.
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by the Government of India
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when a unanimous resolution for the removal is passed by the members of the Commission
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by the order of the President of India, where the Supreme Court to whom reference was made after conducting the inquiry, reports that the Chairman should be removed
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None of the above
C
Correct answer
Explanation
The chairman or a member of the UPSC can be removed from office by the president only in the manner and on the grounds mentioned in the Constitution. However, in this case, the president has to refer the matter to the Supreme Court for an inquiry. If the Supreme Court after the inquiry, upholds the cause of removal and advises so, the president can remove the chairman or a member.
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Cabinet
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Chief Justice of India
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Prime Minister of India
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President of India
D
Correct answer
Explanation
The Chairman and other members of the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) are appointed by the President of India.
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Speaker of the Lok Sabha
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Prime Minister of India
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Attorney General of India
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Chief Justice of India
D
Correct answer
Explanation
The oath of the President is taken in the presence of the Chief Justice of India and in his/her absence by the most senior judge of the Supreme Court.
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President of India
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Prime Minister of India
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Defence Minister
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Chief of Army Staff
A
Correct answer
Explanation
The President of India is the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces of the country. The Ministry of Defence provides policy framework and resources to the Armed Forces to discharge their responsibility in the context of defence of the country.
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The President
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Speaker
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Deputy Speaker
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Vice President
D
Correct answer
Explanation
The Vice President of India (currently, Hamid Ansari) is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, who presides over its sessions.