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Multiple choice history post - independence india union territory, reorganisation of the states and citizenship merger of princely states introduction to indian polity and governance

In 1956, by 7th Constitutional Amendment Act, the state of which part were made as 'Union Territory'?
1. Part A   

2. Part B   
3. Part C   
4. Part D
Choose the correct option.

  1. 1 and 3

  2. 2 and 3

  3. 3 and 4

  4. Only 3
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The 7th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1956 abolished the classification of states into Parts A, B, C, and D, and created the category of Union Territories, primarily from Part C and Part D states.

Multiple choice general knowledge introduction to indian polity and governance union territory, reorganisation of the states and citizenship merger of princely states post - independence india

Which of the following statements is correct?

  1. Every Union Territory is administrated by the President through an Administrator

  2. Every Union Territory is administrated by the Administrator

  3. Every Union Territory is administrated by the Home Minister

  4. None of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Article 239 of the Constitution provides that every Union Territory shall be administered by the President acting, to such extent as he thinks fit, through an administrator to be appointed by him.

Multiple choice general knowledge introduction to indian polity and governance union territory, reorganisation of the states and citizenship merger of princely states post - independence india

Which of the following statements is/are incorrect?
1. The Constitution doesn't contain any separate provision for the administration of the acquired territory.
2. The executive head of Chandigarh is called as 'Administrator' whereas in Puducherry, he is 'Lt. Governor'.

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Statement 1 is incorrect because Article 1(3)(c) provides for the acquisition of territory, and the Constitution does contain provisions for such administration. Statement 2 is correct as the titles for executive heads vary by UT.

Multiple choice general knowledge introduction to indian polity and governance union territory, reorganisation of the states and citizenship merger of princely states post - independence india

The Parliament of India passed the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Law popularly known as PESA Law. Which one among the following statements regarding PESA Law is not correct?

  1. PESA was meant to provide self-governance in the scheduled areas.

  2. PESA disempowers Gram Sabhas.

  3. PESA protects the interests of the tribals.

  4. PESA conducts public hearings to protect inheritance rights of the tribals.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

PESA (Panchayat Extension to Scheduled Areas) was enacted to empower Gram Sabhas in scheduled areas, not to disempower them. It aims to ensure tribal self-governance.

Multiple choice general knowledge introduction to indian polity and governance union territory, reorganisation of the states and citizenship merger of princely states post - independence india

Which of the following Union Territories was divided into two parts?

  1. Andaman and Nicobar

  2. Daman and Diu

  3. Lakshadweep and Minicoy

  4. Dadra and Nagar Haveli
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Daman and Diu were historically grouped together as a single Union Territory, but they are geographically separated. The question likely refers to the administrative merger or the distinct nature of the two regions.

Multiple choice general knowledge introduction to indian polity and governance union territory, reorganisation of the states and citizenship merger of princely states post - independence india

Part VI of our Constitution is applicable to all states except _______.

  1. Arunachal Pradesh

  2. Jammu and Kashmir

  3. Sikkim

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

Part VI of the Constitution deals with the government of States. Mizoram, along with several other states in the Northeast, has special provisions under Article 371G that modify the application of Part VI.

Multiple choice general knowledge introduction to indian polity and governance union territory, reorganisation of the states and citizenship merger of princely states post - independence india

Who among the following is empowered to declare an area as 'Schedule areas'?

  1. President

  2. Parliament

  3. Governor

  4. State Legislature
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Under the Fifth Schedule of the Constitution, the President of India is empowered to declare an area as a 'Scheduled Area'.

Multiple choice general knowledge introduction to indian polity and governance union territory, reorganisation of the states and citizenship merger of princely states post - independence india

Which of the following Union Territories send their members to Rajya Sabha?
1. Chandigarh
2. Delhi
3. Lakshadweep
4. Puducherry

  1. 1 and 2

  2. 3 and 4

  3. 2 and 3

  4. 2 and 4
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Only Delhi and Puducherry have legislatures and are represented in the Rajya Sabha among the Union Territories.

Multiple choice general knowledge introduction to indian polity and governance union territory, reorganisation of the states and citizenship merger of princely states post - independence india

Which of the following are special provisions given to Sikkim?
1. The President can extend any law, which is in force in any state to Sikkim.
2. Under their special provision, Legislative Assembly of Sikkim consist of 30 members.

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Article 371F provides special provisions for Sikkim, including the power of the President to extend laws and the specific composition of the Legislative Assembly (minimum 30 members).

Multiple choice general knowledge introduction to indian polity and governance union territory, reorganisation of the states and citizenship merger of princely states post - independence india

Which among the following are PESA (Panchayat Extension to Scheduled Area) states?
1. Odisha
2. Uttar Pradesh
3. Tamil Nadu
4. Rajasthan

  1. 1, 2, 3 and 4

  2. Only 1

  3. Only 2

  4. 1 and 4
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

PESA applies to scheduled areas in states like Odisha and Rajasthan, among others. Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu do not have scheduled areas under the Fifth Schedule.