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Multiple choice political science special statutory commissions for protection of citizens rights administrative reforms role of media in democracy the media in democracy

Preambleless statute is a rare occurrence. But there are some statutes which do not have a Preamble. Which of the following statutes has no Preamble ___________________.

  1. Government of India Act, 1935

  2. Government of India Act, 1919

  3. The British North America Act

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

The Government of India Act, 1935 was important so far as it stipulates features that are currently the part of the Indian Constitution. Provincial autonomy, Dyarchy in the center, Presence of three lists, the establishment of Reserve Bank of India, establishment of Federal court, communal representation, etc. The Act had no preamble and was enacted as a result of the nationalist movement to cater to their objectives and demands.

Multiple choice political science special statutory commissions for protection of citizens rights administrative reforms role of media in democracy the media in democracy

Which factor is not suitable in the establishment of National Commission for the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes?

  1. To supervise the matter regarding their protection.

  2. To enquire the complaints regarding their rights.

  3. To guide for planning schemes for social and economic development.

  4. To report to the PM.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation
The functions of National Commission for the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes are as below:
  1. to inquire into specific complaints with respect to the deprivation of rights and safeguards of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes.
  2. to investigate and monitor all matters relating to the safeguards provided for the SC and ST under this Constitution or under any other law.
  3. to present to the President, annually and at such other times as the Commission may deem fit, reports upon the working of those safeguards.
  4. to make in such reports recommendations as to the measures that should be taken by the Union or any State for the effective implementation of those safeguards and other measures for the protection, welfare and socio-economic development of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes.
Multiple choice civics special statutory commissions for protection of citizens rights administrative reforms role of media in democracy the media in democracy

The Panchami Land Act distributes lands to __________.

  1. Brahmins

  2. Archakar

  3. Temples

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

According to the Panchami Land Act,  land was distributed to the scheduled community people in Tamil Nadu during the British rule in 1892. 

Around 12 lakh acres land was assigned to Dalits in Tamil Nadu. 

Multiple choice political science special statutory commissions for protection of citizens rights administrative reforms role of media in democracy the media in democracy

Which article of the Indian Constitution has the provisions regarding the Scheduled Castes Commission?

  1. Article 90

  2. Article 338

  3. Article 386

  4. Article 330
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Article 338 of the Indian Constitution has the provision regarding the scheduled caste commission. The silent features of this article are:-

1. There shall be a special officer for the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe to be appointed by the President.
2. It shall be the duty of the special officer to investigate all matters relating to the safeguard provided for the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe.
3. It shall be the duty of the special officer to report to the President upon the working of the safeguard of the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe at such intervals as directed by the President.

Multiple choice political science right to information administrative reforms role of media in democracy the media in democracy

Right to Information is _______.

  1. fundamental right

  2. legal right

  3. neither fundamental right nor legal right

  4. both fundamental right as well as legal Right
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Right to Information (RTI) Act in India is derived from the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression under Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution.

Multiple choice political science rights of a child and human rights administrative reforms role of media in democracy the media in democracy

An important function of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is _______.

  1. Inquiring into violation of human rights

  2. Regulation of the public sector

  3. Control of the private sectors.

  4. Collection of revenues
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

NHRC investigates grievances regarding the violation of human rights either suo moto or after receiving a petition. It has the power to interfere in any judicial proceedings involving any allegation of violation of human rights. Hence, option A is correct.

Multiple choice political science rights of a child and human rights administrative reforms role of media in democracy the media in democracy

The National Human Rights Commission in India is _____.

  1. A constitutional body

  2. A legal body

  3. Created by the resolution passed by the cabinet

  4. An extra-constitutional body
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The National Human Rights Commission in India derives its power from The Protection of Human Rights Act (TPHRA). Its composition enjoys a robust legal fortitude, with a panel that features former judges of the Supreme Court, High Court, and people experienced in human rights policy and execution. It is presided by a retired Chief Justice of India, and Chairpersons of national commissions of key human rights concerns - Minorities, India's Scheduled Classes and Tribes, and Women.

As a body to oversee policy, the NHRC can review and make recommendations in Constitutional and legal safeguards. It can also review international treaties and events that may compromise human rights. 

Multiple choice political science rights of a child and human rights administrative reforms role of media in democracy the media in democracy

In India the violation of any kind of human right is appealed to _________.

  1. Supreme Court

  2. High Court

  3. National Human Rights Commission

  4. The District Human Rights Commission
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Protection of Human Rights Act mandates the National Human Rights Commission of India to perform the functions such as proactively or reactively inquire into violations of human rights or negligence in the prevention of such violation by a public servant.

Multiple choice political science rights of a child and human rights administrative reforms role of media in democracy the media in democracy

The chairman and members of the National Human Rights Commission hold office for a term of _______ or until they attain the age of 70 years, whichever is earlier.

  1. Four years

  2. Five years

  3. Six years

  4. Seven years
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

NHRC is a statutory body constituted in 1993 under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993. It consists of a Chairman, four members and four ex-officio members. The chairman and members hold office for a term of five years or until they attain the age of 70 years, whichever is earlier. After their tenure, the chairman and members are not eligible for further employment under the central or state government.

Multiple choice political science rights of a child and human rights administrative reforms role of media in democracy the media in democracy

The NHRC is a multi-member body consisting of a chairman and four members.

  1. True

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

NHRC is a statutory body constituted in 1993 under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993. It consists of a Chairman, four members and four ex-officio members as below:

  • A Chairperson should be retired Chief Justice of India.
  • One member who is, or has been, a Judge of the Supreme Court of India.
  • One member who is, or has been, the Chief Justice of a High Court.
  • Two members to be appointed from among persons having knowledge of, or practical experience in, matters relating to human rights.
  • In addition, the Chairpersons of four National Commissions (Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Women, and Minorities) serve as ex officio members.
 The chairman and members hold office for a term of five years or until they attain the age of 70 years, whichever is earlier. After their tenure, the chairman and members are not eligible for further employment under the central or state government.