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Multiple choice civics state factors of a state introduction to philosophical state the state government (part-ii)

In which of the following situations will the sovereignty of a state as a whole be affected?

  1. Conquest of one country by an other state

  2. Division of country into provinces

  3. Agreed transfer of some territory of one country to another

  4. Change in the party in power in the country
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The concept of state sovereignty entails that states are in comprehensive and exclusive control of all the people and property within their territory. State sovereignty also implies that all states are equal as states. As all states are on par with one another, one state cannot interfere with the internal affairs of another state. Essentially, sovereignty demands that one state cannot claim that another state takes any particular internal action. Hence, if the conquest of one country is done by another, the sovereignty of the former gets affected.

Multiple choice civics state factors of a state introduction to philosophical state the state government (part-ii)

Which of the following is an essential attribute of the State?

  1. Democracy

  2. Socialism

  3. Nationalism

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

The concept of state sovereignty entails that states are in comprehensive and exclusive control of all the people and property within their territory. State sovereignty also implies that all states are equal as states. As all states are on par with one another, one state cannot interfere with the internal affairs of another state. Essentially, sovereignty demands that one state cannot claim that another state takes any particular internal action.

Multiple choice civics state factors of a state introduction to philosophical state the state government (part-ii)

The States in India were reorganized largely on linguistic basis in the year   ___________.

  1. 1947

  2. 1950

  3. 1952

  4. 1956
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

This was due to the States Reorganisation Act, 1956. This act was a major reform of the boundaries of India's states and territories, organizing them along linguistic lines. The States Reorganisation Act of 1956 remains the single most extensive change in state boundaries since the independence of India in 1947.

Multiple choice civics state factors of a state introduction to philosophical state the state government (part-ii)

Which one the following is not the function of the executive in a state?

  1. To appoint and dismiss the ministers

  2. To enforce the laws passed by the legislature

  3. To appoint and dismiss the legislators

  4. To run the administration of the country
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The state executive cannot appoint and dismiss the legislature. This authority rests with the President and the governors.

Multiple choice civics state factors of a state introduction to philosophical state the state government (part-ii)

The administration of the state government is carried on the name of __________________ .

  1. The Chief Minister of the State

  2. The Prime Minister of India

  3. The President of India

  4. The Governor of the State
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Governor is the Chief Executive in a State. All the executive powers of the State Government are vested upon him and decisions are taken in his name.

Multiple choice civics state factors of a state introduction to philosophical state the state government (part-ii)

"Man's life was solitary, poor, nasty, brutish and short". Who holds such views about the nature of the state?

  1. Locke

  2. Hobbes

  3. Rousseau

  4. T.H.Green
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Hobbes in Leviathan (1660) expressed his views that "Man's life was solitary, poor, nasty, brutish and short." Hobbes inferred that people are naturally selfish and wicked and cannot be trusted. Therefore the primitive or "natural" state of humanity is violent and brutal. Therefore a strong, authoritarian government (monarchy) must control them.

Multiple choice civics state factors of a state introduction to philosophical state the state government (part-ii)

Who controls the consolidated fund of the state?

  1. The Chief Minister of the State

  2. The Governor of the State

  3. The Finance Minister of the State

  4. The Legislative Assembly
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Under Article 266 (1) of the Constitution of India, a Consolidated Fund of State (a separate fund for each state) has been established. The Consolidated Fund receives all state government revenues as well as all loans raised by the issue of treasury bills. It also receives internal and external loans and all money received by the State Government in repayment of loans.

Multiple choice civics state factors of a state introduction to philosophical state the state government (part-ii)

With regard to industrial growth, which state ranks first?

  1. Andhra Pradesh

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Gujarat

  4. Maharashtra
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Maharashtra is a leader among Indian states in terms of agricultural and industrial production, trade and transport, and education. It has endeavored to develop sustaining industrial growth, facilitate a speedier flow of investment by creating a conducive industrial climate in the State. Maharashtra has developed a solid base of industrial infrastructure, strong Human Resources, and sustaining and diverse industrial base.

Multiple choice civics state factors of a state introduction to philosophical state the state government (part-ii)

Who among the following is not appointed by the Governor of a State?

  1. The Chief Minister of the State

  2. The Speaker of the Vidhan Sabha

  3. The Chairman of the State Pubic Service Commission

  4. Other ministers of the State
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The constitution of India states that post general election, at its very first session, the Legislative Assembly in a State shall elect a Speaker and a Deputy Speaker, from among its members.