Test-1: Indian Polity
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements with reference to the Constitution of India:
- Formation of co-operative societies has been made a constitutional right since the commencement of the Constitution of India.
- The Emergency Provisions of the Constitution of India converts the federal structure into a unitary one without a formal amendment of the Constitution.
- Indian Constitution is unique in the sense that it is the only constitution in the world that provides for a three-tier government.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Explanation:
The Indian Constitution is the lengthiest written constitution in the world. It has various features that makes it an unique as well as elaborate constitution. Some of the features of the constitution of India are mentioned below –
- Formation of co-operative societies has been made a constitutional right by the 97th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2011. So, statement 1 is incorrect.
- The Emergency Provisions of the Constitution of India converts the federal structure into a unitary one without a formal amendment of the Constitution. So, statement 2 is correct.
- Indian Constitution is unique in the sense that it is the only constitution in the world that provides for a three-tier government. So, statement 3 is correct.
Hence, option D is correct.
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Explanation:
The Indian Constitution is the lengthiest written constitution in the world. It has various features that makes it an unique as well as elaborate constitution. Some of the features of the constitution of India are mentioned below –
- Formation of co-operative societies has been made a constitutional right by the 97th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2011. So, statement 1 is incorrect.
- The Emergency Provisions of the Constitution of India converts the federal structure into a unitary one without a formal amendment of the Constitution. So, statement 2 is correct.
- Indian Constitution is unique in the sense that it is the only constitution in the world that provides for a three-tier government. So, statement 3 is correct.
Hence, option D is correct.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
2 pointsThe Charter Act of 1853 was the last in the series of the Charter Acts passed by the British Parliament. With reference to Charter Act of 1853, consider the following statements –
- It introduced an open competition system of selection and recruitment of civil servants. Subsequently, the Macaulay Committee was appointed.
- It separated, for the first time, the legislative and executive functions of the Governor-General’s council. It provided for addition of six new members called legislative councilors to the council.
- For the first time, it introduced local representation in the Indian (Central) Legislative Council.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Explanation:
- The Charter Act 1853 introduced an open competition system of selection and recruitment of civil servants. Subsequently, the Macaulay Committee was appointed in 1854. So, statement 1 is correct.
- It separated, for the first time, the legislative and executive functions of the Governor-General’s council. It provided for addition of six new members called legislative councilors to the council. So, statement 2 is correct.
- For the first time, it introduced local representation in the Indian (Central) Legislative Council. So, statement 3 is correct.
Hence, option D is correct.
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Explanation:
- The Charter Act 1853 introduced an open competition system of selection and recruitment of civil servants. Subsequently, the Macaulay Committee was appointed in 1854. So, statement 1 is correct.
- It separated, for the first time, the legislative and executive functions of the Governor-General’s council. It provided for addition of six new members called legislative councilors to the council. So, statement 2 is correct.
- For the first time, it introduced local representation in the Indian (Central) Legislative Council. So, statement 3 is correct.
Hence, option D is correct.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
2 pointsThere are various differences between Fundamental Rights (FRs) and Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs). Consider the following statements regarding the distinctions between FRs and DPSPs –
- FRs have moral and political sanctions whereas DPSPs have legal sanctions.
- FRs promote welfare of the individual whereas DPSPs promote welfare of the community.
- FRs are justiciable whereas DPSPs are non justiciable.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Explanation:
There are various differences between Fundamental Rights (FRs) and Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs). Some of these are mentioned below –
- FRs have legal sanctions wherease DPSPs have moral and political sanctions. So, statement 1 is incorrect.
- FRs promote welfare of the individual wherease DPSPs promote welfare of the community. So, statement 2 is correct.
- FRs are justiciable wherease DPSPs are non justiciable. So, statement 3 is correct.
Hence, option B is correct.
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Explanation:
There are various differences between Fundamental Rights (FRs) and Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs). Some of these are mentioned below –
- FRs have legal sanctions wherease DPSPs have moral and political sanctions. So, statement 1 is incorrect.
- FRs promote welfare of the individual wherease DPSPs promote welfare of the community. So, statement 2 is correct.
- FRs are justiciable wherease DPSPs are non justiciable. So, statement 3 is correct.
Hence, option B is correct.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
2 pointsWith reference to the Constituent Assembly, consider the following statements –
- Rajendra Prasad, the oldest member, was elected as the first temporary President of the Assembly, following the French practice.
- The Objectives Resolution moved by Jawaharlal Nehru had a resolution to proclaim India as an Independent Sovereign Republic and a future Constitution for India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Explanation:
The idea of a Constituent Assembly was put forth for the first time by M.N Roy. In 1935, the Indian National Congress (INC) officially demanded a Constituent Assembly to frame the Constituent of India.
Under the August Offer of 1940, the demand was accepted in principle by the British Government. The Constituent Assembly was constituted in November 1946 under the scheme formulated by the Cabinet Mission Plan.
Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha, the oldest member, was elected as the first temporary President of the Assembly, following the French practice. So, statement 1 is incorrect.
The Objectives Resolution moved by Jawaharlal Nehru had a resolution to proclaim India as an Independent Sovereign Republic and a future Constitution for India. So, statement 2 is correct.
Hence, option B is correct.
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Explanation:
The idea of a Constituent Assembly was put forth for the first time by M.N Roy. In 1935, the Indian National Congress (INC) officially demanded a Constituent Assembly to frame the Constituent of India.
Under the August Offer of 1940, the demand was accepted in principle by the British Government. The Constituent Assembly was constituted in November 1946 under the scheme formulated by the Cabinet Mission Plan.
Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha, the oldest member, was elected as the first temporary President of the Assembly, following the French practice. So, statement 1 is incorrect.
The Objectives Resolution moved by Jawaharlal Nehru had a resolution to proclaim India as an Independent Sovereign Republic and a future Constitution for India. So, statement 2 is correct.
Hence, option B is correct.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
2 pointsWith reference to Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG), consider the following statements –
- The CAG is appointed by a committee of five consisting of the Chief Justice of India, Prime Minister of India, the leader of opposition and one person each representing the Scheduled Castes and Schedule Tribe.
- He holds office for a period of five years or up to the age of 60 years, whichever is earlier.
- He is provided with the security of tenure. He can be removed by the president only in accordance with the procedure mentioned in the constitution.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
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Explanation:
The Constitution of India (Article 148)provides for an independent office of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG).
The CAG is appointed by the President of India by a warrant under his hand and seal. So, statement 1 is incorrect.
He holds office for a period of six years or up to the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier. So, statement 2 is incorrect.
He is provided with the security of tenure. He can be removed by the president only in accordance with the procedure mentioned in the constitution. Thus, he does not hold office till the pleasure of the President, though he is appointed by him. So, statement 3 is correct.
Hence, option A is correct.
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Explanation:
The Constitution of India (Article 148)provides for an independent office of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG).
The CAG is appointed by the President of India by a warrant under his hand and seal. So, statement 1 is incorrect.
He holds office for a period of six years or up to the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier. So, statement 2 is incorrect.
He is provided with the security of tenure. He can be removed by the president only in accordance with the procedure mentioned in the constitution. Thus, he does not hold office till the pleasure of the President, though he is appointed by him. So, statement 3 is correct.
Hence, option A is correct.
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