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Subject Wise

Polity
• Other Dimensions • Constitutional Bodies
➢ Official Language ➢ Election Commission
➢ Public Services ➢ Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
➢ Tribunals ➢ State Public Service Commission (SPSC)
➢ Special provisions for SCs, STs, BCs, Minorities ➢ Finance Commission
& Anglo-Indians ➢ CAG
➢ Rights and liabilities of the Government ➢ Attorney general of India
➢ Authoritative text in Hindi Language ➢ Advocate general of India
➢ Anti-defection law ➢ Special officer for Linguistic Minorities
• Political dimensions ➢ National Commission for Scheduled Castes(NCSC)
➢ Ministries and Departments of the Government ➢ National Commission for Scheduled Tribes(NCST)
➢ Pressure groups ➢ National Commission for Backward Castes (NCBC)
➢ Elections & political parties etc.
➢ Representation of People's Act • Non-Constitutional Bodies
➢ Election Process NITI Aayog, NHRC, SHRC, CIC, SIC, CVC, CBI, Lokpal,
➢ Governance Lokayukta, NCPCR etc.
➢ Transparency & Accountability
Current Affairs:
➢ RTI (1/6/2021-5/10/2021) from the below sources.
➢ Citizen’s Charter • INSIGHTSIAS Current Affairs Quiz.
➢ e-Governance
• INSIGHTSIAS Current Affairs.
• INSIGHTS REVISION THROUGH MCQs
 Subject Wise Test – 9 (Questions) 2022
1. Exercise PEACEFUL MISSION, a Multilateral Counter Terrorism Exercise conducted biennially, is conducted
under the aegis of
A. North Atlantic Treaty Organization B. QUAD
C. Shanghai Cooperation Organization D. Indian Ocean Naval Symposium
2. Consider the following statements regarding Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)
1. FSSAI has been established under Food Safety and Standards, 2006.
2. One of the mandates of FSSAI is to lay down mechanisms and guidelines for accreditation of certification
bodies engaged in certification of food safety management system.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

3. Consider the following statements regarding Bharat Broadband Network Limited

1. It is a Special Purpose Vehicle set up under Companies Act by Government of India with an authorized
capital of Rs. 10,000 Cr.
2. It has been mandated to create the National Optical Fiber Network (NOFN) in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

4. Consider the following statements regarding Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF)
1. The aim of USOF is to provide a balance between the provision of Universal Service to all uncovered areas,
including the rural areas.
2. USOF was created under the Finance Act 2003, which authorizes government to levy Universal Access Levy
(UAL).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

5. Consider the following statements regarding NASA’s VIPER

1. It is the first resource mapping mission on any other celestial body.
2. It will map Planet Venus.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

6. Consider the following statements regarding One- horned rhinos

1. Only the Great One-Horned Rhino is found in India.
2. Great One-Horned Rhino is the smallest of the rhino species.
3. Its IUCN Red List status is Endangered.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 3 only D. 2 and 3 only

7. Consider the following statements regarding Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC)
1. It was established by United Nations Environment Programme, to provide a solution for the problem of air
pollution caused by the ships.
2. The committee also seeks to provide required revisions to the existing MARPOL stipulations and guidelines.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

8. Consider the following statements regarding the UN Food Systems Summit

1. It was established by a resolution of the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development also known
as Rio+20.
2. The Food Systems Summit is convened as part of the Decade of Action to achieve the Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.
3. The Summit will launch bold new actions to deliver progress on all 17 SDGs.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 3 only D. 2 and 3 only

9. Consider the following statements regarding National Health Protection Mission (AB-PMJAY)
1. Under AB-PMJAY, entitlements are decided on the basis of deprivation criteria in the SECC database.
2. AB-PMJAY provides a defined benefit cover of Rs. 5 lakh per family per year.
3. The benefit will cover the post-hospitalization expenses only.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 3 only D. 2 and 3 only

10. Consider the following statements regarding Gokul Grams

1. The Rashtriya Gokul Mission envisages the establishment of integrated cattle development centers, ‘Gokul
Grams’ to develop indigenous breeds including up to 40% nondescript breeds.
2. They will be self-sustaining and will generate economic resources from sale of A2 milk organic manure,
vermi-composting and urine distillates.
3. They will also function as state of the art in situ training centre for Farmers, Breeders and MAITRI’s.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

11. Consider the following statements regarding Sundarbans

1. The Sundarbans is a cluster of low-lying islands in the Bay of Bengal, spread across India and Bangladesh,
famous for its unique mangrove forests.
2. The Sundarbans Forest is about 10,000 sq km across India and Bangladesh, of which 70% lies in India.
3. Indian Sundarbans is a world heritage site and a Ramsar site.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

12. Consider the following statements regarding Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act
1. Under UAPA, only Indian nationals can be charged.
2. The Act assigns absolute power to the central government, by way of which if the Centre deems an activity
as unlawful then it may, by way of an Official Gazette, declare it so.
3. It will be applicable to the offenders in the same manner, even if crime is committed on a foreign land, outside
India.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

13. Consider the following statements regarding Swachh Survekshan

1. The Ministry of Urban Development, Government of India takes up the Swachh Survekshan in urban areas
and the Ministry of Rural Development in rural areas.
2. NITI Aayog has been commissioned the responsibility of carrying out the assessment.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

14. Consider the following statements regarding Minority Educational Institutions (MEI)
1. Under Art 30, MEI enjoys the right to education as a Fundamental Right.
2. Under Article 15, MEIs are not considered for reservation.
3. Under Right to Education Act, MEI are required to provide admission to children in the age group of 6-14
years upto 25% of enrolment reserved for economically backward section of society.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

15. Consider the following statements regarding government borrowing

1. Borrowing is a loan taken by the government and falls under capital receipts in the Budget document.
2. Usually, the Government borrows through the issue of government securities called G-secs and Treasury
Bills.
3. Off-budget borrowings are loans that are taken by the Union Government directly from the market.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

16. Consider the following statements regarding Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evem Utthan Mahabhiyan
(PM KUSUM)
1. The scheme aims to add solar and other renewable capacity of 25,750 MW by 2022.
2. The scheme will open a stable and continuous source of income to the rural land owners for a period of 25
years by utilization of their dry/uncultivable land.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
17. Which of the following statements regarding Rabies is Incorrect?
A. Rabies is a fatal but preventable bacterial disease.
B. It can spread to people and pets if they are bitten or scratched by a rabid animal.
C. Rabies is mostly found in wild animals like bats, raccoons, skunks, dogs and foxes.
D. Rabies virus is transmitted through direct contact with saliva or brain/nervous system tissue from an infected
animal.

18. Consider the following statements regarding Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for the textiles
sector
1. The PLI scheme for textiles aims to promote the production of high value Man-Made Fibre (MMF) fabrics,
garments and technical textiles.
2. Companies investing over Rs 300 crore in plant, machinery, equipment and civil works to produce the
identified products will get an incentive of 15 percent of their turnover.
3. The companies investing between Rs 100 crore and Rs 300 crore will also be eligible to receive duty refunds
and incentives.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

19. Consider the following statements regarding Ordnance Factory Board

1. The Shekatkar Committee suggested corporatization of Ordnance Factory Board.
2. Corporatisation will bring the entities under OFB under the purview of The Companies Act, would lead to
improvements in efficiency, make products cost-competitive, and enhance their quality.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

20. Article 324 of the Constitution provides that the power of superintendence, direction and control of elections
to which of the following will be vested in the election commission of India?
1. Parliament 2. State legislatures
3. Office of president of India 4. Office of vice-president of India
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 1, 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

21. Consider the following statements regarding Election Commission of India

1. Election Commission shall consist of the chief election commissioner and such number of other election
commissioners, if any, as the Parliament may from time-to-time fix.
2. The chief election commissioner and the two other election commissioners have equal powers and receive
equal salary, allowances and other perquisites, which are similar to those of a judge of the Supreme Court.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

22. Which of the following provisions were provided for the independent and impartial functioning of the Union
Public Service Commission?
1. The chairman or a member of the UPSC can be removed from office by the president only in the manner and
on the grounds similar to those of judges of the Supreme Court.
2. The entire expenses including the salaries, allowances and pensions of the chairman and members of the
UPSC are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India.
3. The chairman of UPSC (on ceasing to hold office) is not eligible for further employment in the Government of
India or a state.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

23. UPSC is not consulted for which of the following matters?

1. While making reservations of appointments or posts in favor of any backward class of citizens.
2. While taking into consideration the claims of scheduled castes and scheduled tribes in making appointments
to services and posts.
3. With regard to the selection for temporary or officiating appointment to a post if the person appointed is not
likely to hold the post for more than a year.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3
24. Consider the following statements regarding State Public Service Commission
1. A State Public Service Commission consists of a chairman and other members appointed by the governor of
the state.
2. One-half of the members of the commission should be such persons who have held office for at least ten
years under the Government of that state only.
3. The chairman and members of the Commission hold office for a term of six years or until they attain the age
of 65 years.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 3 only D. 2 and 3 only

25. Consider the following statements regarding State Public Service Commission
1. The Constitution visualizes the SPSC to be the ‘watchdog of merit system’ in the state.
2. The recommendations made by SPSC are only of advisory nature and not binding on the government.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

26. Which of the following are qualification for members of Finance Commission specified under The Finance
Commission (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1951?
1. A judge of high court or one qualified to be appointed as one.
2. A person who has specialised knowledge of finance and accounts of the government.
3. A person who has wide experience in financial matters and in administration.
4. A person who has special knowledge of economics.
5. A person having experience in public affairs
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1, 2 and 4 only B. 2, 3 and 4 only C. 1, 2, 3 and 4 only D. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

27. Consider the following statements regarding Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme
1. The Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme provides 100% guarantee coverage by National Credit
Guarantee Trustee Company (NCGTC) loans of up to Rs. 3 lakh crores to eligible MSMEs.
2. Financial Institutions for the purpose of this Scheme will be as defined under Section 45-I of Banking
Regulation Act, 1949.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

28. Consider the following statements regarding National Export Insurance Account (NEIA)
1. National Export Insurance Account (NEIA) has been set up by the Government of India to facilitate medium
and long-term exports, which are commercially unviable.
2. Medium and long- term project exports involving civil constructions, turnkey projects, supply of equipment’s
and services would come under this.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

29. Consider the following statements regarding Water Convention

1. The Convention on the Protection and Use of Transboundary Watercourses and International Lakes (Water
Convention) was adopted in Helsinki in 1992 and entered into force in 2016.
2. The Convention is a unique legally binding instrument promoting the sustainable management of shared
water resources.
3. The Convention was originally negotiated as a regional framework for the pan-European region.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

30. Consider the following statements regarding Renunciation of Indian citizenship

1. The guidelines related to the Renunciation of Indian citizenship are prepared and enforced by Ministry of
External Affairs.
2. Under the recent guidelines, uploading of documents online and completion of the process of renunciation
should be done within 6 months.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

31. Arrange the following islands/places from north to south.

1. Spratly Islands 2. Hong Kong 3. Paracel Islands 4. Taiwan
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 4 2 3 1 B. 4 2 1 3 C. 2 4 1 3 D. 2 4 3 1

32. Sonitpur Model, often seen in news is a community led model related to
A. Water Conservation B. Prevention of Child marriage
C. Community Policing D. Man Animal conflicts

33. Consider the following statements regarding Election Symbols

1. Election Commission can decide disputes among rival groups or sections of a recognized political party
staking claim to its name and symbol.
2. The decision of the Commission shall be binding on all such rival sections or groups Which of the statements
given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

34. Inner line permit is applicable to which of the following states?

1. Arunachal Pradesh 2. Mizoram 3. Manipur 4. Nagaland
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1, 2 and 3 only B. 2, 3 and 4 only C. 1, 2 and 4 only D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

35. Consider the following statements

1. Arunachal Pradesh and Mizoram shares border with 2 neighboring countries.
2. Tripura shares border with Bangladesh only.
3. Sikkim is bordered by the Tibet Autonomous Region of China to the north and northeast, by Bhutan to the
southeast, by the Bangladesh to the south, and by Nepal to the west.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 3 only D. 2 and 3 only

36. Consider the following statements regarding Gaming Disorder

1. WHO under, 11th revision of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11) defined Gaming disorder.
2. The International Classification of Diseases (ICD) is the basis for identification of health trends and statistics
globally and the international standard for reporting diseases and health conditions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

37. Consider the following statements regarding Goods and Services Tax Council
1. Article 269-A of the Constitution empowered the President to constitute a GST Council by an order.
2. The Union Secretary for economic affairs acts as the ex-officio Secretary to the Council.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

38. Consider the following statements regarding National Commission for SCs and STs
1. Originally, Article 338 of the Constitution provided for the appointment of a Special Officer for Scheduled
Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs).
2. The 65th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1990 provided for the bifurcated the combined National
Commission for SCs and STsinto two separate bodies.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

39. Consider the following statements regarding National Commission for STs
1. It consists of a chairperson, a vice-chairperson and three other members.
2. The Commission presents an annual report to the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
3. The Commission is vested with the power to regulate its own procedure.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

40. Which of the following statement regarding Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities is Incorrect?
A. Originally, the Constitution of India did not make any provision with respect to the Special Officer for
Linguistic Minorities.
B. The office was established based on the recommendations of States Reorganization Commission (1953–55).
C. Constitution does not specify the qualifications, tenure, salaries and allowances, service conditions and
procedure for removal of the Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities.
D. The Commissioner has his headquarters at New Delhi.

41. Consider the following statements regarding Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG)
1. He is the head of the Indian Audit and Accounts Department.
2. He is the head of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
3. He is the guardian of the public purse and controls the entire financial system of the country at both the
levels–the Centre and the state.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

42. Which of the following statement regarding the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) is Incorrect?
A. The Constitution (Article 149) authorizes the President to prescribe the duties and powers of the CAG in
relation to the accounts of the Union and of the states and of any other authority or body.
B. The CAG submits three audit reports to the President–audit report on appropriation accounts, audit report on
finance accounts, and audit report on public undertakings.
C. The CAG is an agent of the Parliament and is responsible only to the Parliament.
D. The role of CAG is to uphold the Constitution of India and the laws of Parliament in the field of financial
administration.

43. Which of the following statement regarding the Attorney General (AG) is incorrect?
A. He must be a person who is qualified to be appointed a judge of the High Court.
B. The term of office of the AG is not fixed by the Constitution.
C. Attorney General (AG) does not fall in the category of government servants and is not debarred from private
legal practice.
D. Attorney General (AG) has the right to speak and to take part in the proceedings of both the Houses of
Parliament and any committee of the Parliament.

44. Consider the following statements regarding National Human Rights Commission
1. It was established as a statutory body under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993.
2. The chairperson should be a retired chief justice of India.
3. The chairperson and members are not eligible for further employment under the Central or a state
government after their tenure ends.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

45. Which of the following are provisions of Protection of Human Rights (Amendment) Act, 2019?
1. It increased the number of members of the National Human Rights Commission (who are to be appointed
from amongst persons having knowledge or practical experience with respect to human rights) from two to five
out of which at least three has to be a woman.
2. It made the chairpersons of the National Commission for BCs and the National Commission for Protection of
Child Rights as well as the Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities as the ex-officio members of the
National Human Rights Commission.
3. It provided that the Secretary-General of the National Human Rights Commission shall exercise all
administrative, judicial functions and financial powers subject to control of the chairperson.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 2 only D. 1 and 3 only

46. Who among the following are the members of the selection committee to select Commissioners for Central
Information Commission?
1. Prime Minister as Chairperson
2. Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha
3. Union Home Minister
4. Union Cabinet Minister nominated by the Prime Minister
5. Chief Justice of India
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1, 2 and 3 only B. 1, 2 and 4 only C. 1, 3 and 5 only D. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

47. Which of the following is/are provisions of the Right to Information (Amendment) Act, 2019?
1. It provided that the State Chief Information Commissioner and a State Information Commissioner shall hold
office for such term as prescribed by the Central government.
2. It provided that the salary, allowances and other service conditions of the Chief Information Commissioner
were similar to those of the Chief Election Commissioner.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

48. Consider the following statements regarding Central Vigilance Commission (CVC)
1. CVC is neither a constitutional body nor a statutory body.
2. The CVC advises various authorities in Central Government organizations in planning, executing, reviewing
and reforming their vigilance work.
3. Central Vigilance Commissioner hold office for a term of six years or until they attain the age of sixty-five
years, whichever is earlier.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 2 only D. 1 and 3 only

49. Which of the following are provisions of whistle blowers’ protection act (2014)?
1. The Act provides a mechanism for protecting the identity of whistle blowers.
2. The Act provides for a system to encourage people to disclose information about corruption or the wilful
misuse of power by public servants, including ministers.
3. The Act is not applicable to the Special Protection Group.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

50. Which of the following statement regarding Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act (2013) is incorrect?
A. It seeks to establish the institution of the Lokpal at the Centre and the Lokayukta at the level of the State.
B. The jurisdiction of Lokpal includes the Prime Minister, Ministers, Members of Parliament and Groups A, B, C
and D officers and officials of the Central Government.
C. The Lokpal will have the power of superintendence and direction over any investigating agency, including the
CBI.
D. Lokpal can suo motu proceed against any public servant.

51. Election commission of India is appointed by

A. President of India B. Parliament
C. Cabinet committee on Economic Affairs D. Appointment committee of cabinet

52. Consider the following statements

1. Election commissioner of India hold office for a term of six years or until they attain the age of 65years.
2. The chief election commissioner is provided with the security of tenure.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

53. Consider the following statements

1. Election commission doesn’t have power to recognize to political parties and allot election symbols tothem.
2. Election commission appoints officers for inquiring into disputes relating to electoralarrangements.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

54. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) decides appointments of which of the following posts?
1. Director-General of Defence Estates
2. Governor of the Reserve Bank of India
3. Chief Justice of India
Select the correct answer using the code given below
A. 2 only B. 1 and 3 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1 and 2 only

55. The President can remove the chairman or any other member of UPSC from the office under the following
circumstances:
1. If he is adjudged an insolvent
2. If he engages, during his term of office, in any paid employment outside the duties of his office
3. If he is, in the opinion of the president, unfit to continue in office by reason of infirmity of mind or body
Select the correct answer using the code given below
A. 2 only B. 1 and 3 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3
56. With reference to administrative reforms commissions, consider the following statements:
1. The recommendations given by ARC are binding on the government.
2. The first Administrative Reforms Commission was initially chaired by Shri Morarji R Desai.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

57. With reference to Citizen's Charter, consider the following statements:

1. The Citizen’s Charter is not legally enforceable and, therefore, non-justiciable in the court of law.
2. The term 'Citizen' in the Citizen's Charter includes not only the citizens but also all the stakeholders.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

58. With reference to Representation of Peoples Act 1951, consider the following statements
1. All the seats in the House of the People allotted to the States shall be filled by the persons chosen by direct
election from parliamentary constituencies in the States.
2. Every State to which only one seat is allotted shall form one parliamentary constituency.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

59. With reference to Central Council of Local Government, consider the following statements
1. It was constituted under Article 263 of the Constitution of India.
2. It deals with matters of urban local government only.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

60. Which of the following is/are the functions of National Human Rights Commission (NHRC):
1. To intervene in any proceeding involving allegations of violation of human rights pending before a court.
2. To visit jails and detention places to study the living conditions of inmates and make recommendations
thereon.
3. To encourage the efforts of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) working in the field of human rights.
4. To review the constitutional and other legal safeguards for the protection of human rights and recommend
measures for their effective implementation.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
A. 1, 2 and 3 only B. 1, 3 and 4 only C. 1, 2 and 4 only D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

61. Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Inter-State Water Disputes Act, 1956?
1. It has been enacted by the provision under Article 262 of the Indian Constitution.
2. It empowers the Central government to set up an ad hoc tribunal for the adjudication of a dispute between
two or more states in relation to the waters of an inter-state river or river valley.
3. The decision of the tribunal can be appealed only on the Supreme Court of India.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
A. 1 and 2 only B. 3 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

62. With reference to the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP), consider the following
statements:
1. It is an attached office under Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.
2. It does not recommend minimum support price for any commercial crop.
Which of the following statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

63. Which of the statements regarding the Chief Minister?

1. He is the chairman of the State Planning Board.
2. He is the chief spokesman of the state government.
3. He is the crisis manager-in-chief at the political level during emergencies
Select the correct answer using the code given below
A. 2 only B. 1 and 3 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

64. Consider the following statements regarding the State Council of Ministers
1. The other Ministers shall be appointed by the Governor on the advice of the Chief Minister.
2. The total number of ministers, including the chief minister, in the councilof ministers in a state shall not
exceed 25 per cent of the total strength ofthe legislative assembly of that state.
Which of the following statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

65. Consider the following statements

1. All executive action of the Government of a State shall be expressed to be taken in the name of the Chief
Minister
2. The Governor shall make rules for the more convenient transaction of the business of the government of the
state.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

66. Consider the following statements regarding State Legislative Assembly

1. Its maximum strength is fixed at 400 and minimum strength at 60.
2. The demarcation of these constituencies is done in such a manner that the ratio between the population of
each constituency and the number of seats allotted to it is the same throughout the state.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

67. Consider the following statements regarding Manner of Election to Legislative Council
1. 1/3 are elected by the members of local bodies in the state like municipalities, district boards.
2. 1/3 are elected by graduates of three years standing and residing within the state.
3. 1/3 are elected by teachers of three years standing in the state, not lowerin standard than secondary school.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 2 only B. 1 and 3 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1 only

68. Consider the following statements:

1. The Tribes Advisory Councils have been constituted only in the Scheduled Areas States.
2. It shall be the duty of the Tribes Advisory Council to advise on such matters pertaining to the welfare and
advancement of the Scheduled Tribes in the State as may be referred to them by the Chief Minister of
concerned state.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

69. With reference to the Cabinet Secretariat, consider the following statements:
1. It functions directly under the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs.
2. The Cabinet Secretary is the ex-officio Chairman of the Civil Services Board.
3. It is responsible for facilitating smooth transaction of business in Ministries/ Departments.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 3 only

70. With reference to the National Sports Development Fund (NSDF), consider the following statements:
1. It was established under the Charitable Endowments Act 1890.
2. Donor can suggest execution of specific projects while making donations to the Fund.
3. Contribution to the Fund is exempt from Income Tax.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

71. Consider the following statements regarding Chenchus Tribe

1. They are endemic to Central India
2. They help in the conservation of the Tigers
3. They have been categorized as Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

72. Consider the following statements regarding 4th National Tiger Estimation
1. Chhattisgarh and Mizoram saw a decline in tiger population and all other States saw a positive increase.
2. Bandipur Tiger Reserve in Karnataka recorded the highest number of tigers.
3. Madhya Pradesh has highest number of tigers at 996.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
A. 2 and 3 only B. 1 and 3 only C. 1 only D. 1 and 2 only
73. Who issues a notification for prorogation of the session in legislative Assembly?
A. Speaker B. Governor C. Official Whip of ruling party D. None of the above

74. Consider the following statements

1. An ordinary bill can originate in either House of the state legislature.
2. When a bill is passed by the legislative assembly and transmitted to the legislative council, the latter has to
approve it.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

75. Which of the following Constitutional Amendment Act bifurcated the National Commission for SCs and STs
and created a separate National Commission for Scheduled Tribes?
A. 65th Constitutional Amendment Act B. 85th Constitutional Amendment Act
C. 69th Constitutional Amendment Act D. 89th Constitutional Amendment Act

76. Consider the following statements

1. A Money Bill cannot be introduced in the legislative council
2. It can be introduced only on the recommendation of the governor
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

77. Consider the following statements regarding Individual Privileges

1. They cannot be arrested during the session of the state legislature and 40days before the beginning and 40
days after the end of such session. Thisprivilege is available only in civil cases and not in criminal cases
orpreventive detention cases.
2. They have freedom of speech in the state legislature. No member is liableto any proceedings in any court for
anything said or any vote given byhim in the state legislature or its committees.
This freedom is subject tothe provisions of the Constitution and to the rules and standing ordersregulating the
procedure of the state legislature
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

78. Consider the following statements regarding Indian Councils Act, 1861
1. It initiated the process of decentralization by restoring the legislative powers to the Bombay and Madras
Presidencies.
2. It provided for the establishment of new legislative councils for Bengal, North-WesternFrontier Province
(NWFP) and Mysore.
3. It empowered the Viceroy to issue ordinances, without the concurrence of the legislative council during an
emergency.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 3 only B. 2 only C. 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3 only

79. Consider the following statements

1. Parliament can alter the boundaries of any state without their consent.
2. Formation of new states and alteration of areas of states are not to be considered as amendments of the
Constitutionunder Article 368.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

80. Consider the following statements

1. The judges of a high court are appointed by the Governor.
2. A person appointed as a judge of a high court, before entering upon his office, has to make and subscribe an
oath or affirmation before the governor of the state
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

81. The Constitution has made which of the following provisions to safeguard and ensure the independent and
impartial functioning of a high court?
1. Security of Tenure 2. Fixed Service Conditions
3. Expenses Charged on Consolidated Fund 4. Freedom to Appoint its Staff
Select the correct answer using the code given below
A. 2 and 3 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 1, 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

82. Which of the following directive principles of state policy was/were included by 42nd Amendment Act of
1976?
1. To promote equal justice and to provide free legal aid to the poor
2. To protect and improve the environment and to safeguard forests and wild life
3. To protect monuments, places and objects of artistic or historic interest which are declared tobe of national
importance
Select the correct answer using the code given below
A. 1 and 3 only B. 2 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1 and 2 only

83. Consider the following statements regarding Panchayats

1. The state legislature should make provisions with respect to the maintenance of accounts by the panchayats
and the auditing of such accounts.
2. The President of India shall direct that the provisions of Panchayat's act shall apply to any union territory
subject to such exceptions and modifications as he may specify.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

84. Which of the following functional items placed within the purview of panchayats?
1. Fisheries 2. Major Irrigation 3. Non-conventional energy sources
Select the correct answer using the code given below
A. 2 only B. 1 and 3 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 3 only

85. Which of the following is/are the objectives of the PESA Act?
1. To provide self-rule for the bulk of the tribal population
2. To have village governance with participatory democracy and to make thegram sabha a nucleus of all
activities
3. To prevent panchayats at the higher level from assuming the powers and authority of panchayats at the lower
level of the gram sabha.
Select the correct answer using the code given below
A. 1 and 3 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 1 and 2 only D. 1, 2 and 3

86. Which of these bests characterizes a “nation-state”?

A. A nation with a large geographical expanse
B. Any political entity
C. A legal or political entity which is also a cultural and social entity
D. Any body that has a constitution governing it

87. Which of the following rights is/are declared by the Supreme Court as a part of Article 21?
1. Right to privacy. 2. Right against handcuffing
3. Right against public hanging. 4. Right to marry
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only B. 1 and 3 only C. 4 only D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

88. With reference to the M-Sand, consider the following statements:

1. Manufactured sand (M-Sand) is a substitute for river sand for concrete construction.
2. It does not contain organic and soluble compound that affects the setting time and properties of cement.
3. It is manufactured using technology like High Carbon steel hit rock and then rock on rock process
4. The size of M-Sand is less than 4.75mm.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1, 3 and 4 only B. 1, 3 and 4 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

89. Consider the following statements regarding State Public Service Commission
1. All the members of the commission should be such persons who have held office for at least ten years either
under the government of India or under the Government of a state.
2. The chairman and members of the Commission hold office for a term of six years or until they attain the age
of 62 years.
3. The chairman or any other member can be removed by the president on same grounds and in the same
manner as a judge of the Supreme Court.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 2 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

90. Which of the following are functions of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (STs)?
1. To investigate and monitor all matters relating to the constitutional and other legal safeguards for the STs and
to evaluate their working.
2. To inquire into specific complaints with respect to the deprivation of rights and safeguards of the STs.
3. To make recommendations as to the measures that should be taken by the Union or a state for the effective
implementation of safeguards of the STs.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

91. Consider the following statements

1. Any association or body of individual citizens of India calling itself a political party and intending to avail itself
of the provisions of this Part shall make an application to the Election Commission for its registration as a
political party for the purposes of this Act.
2. The returning officer shall preside over such election at the place so fixed and shall appoint such polling
officer or officers to assist him as he thinks necessary but he shall not appoint any person who has been
employed by or on behalf of, or has been otherwise working for, a candidate in or about the election.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

92. Which of the following is/are the possible advantages of E-governance?

1. Speedy administration of services and information.
2. Reduces corruption in the government.
3. Transparency and accountability.
Select the correct answer using the code given below
A. 1 only B. 1 and 3 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

93. Which of the following departments comes under the direct control Prime Minister’s Office (PMO)?
1. Department of Defence
2. Department of Space
3. Department of Atomic Energy
Select the correct answer using the code given below
A. 3 only B. 2 only C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

94. Consider the following statements

1. A No-Confidence Motion should state the reasons for its adoption in the Lok Sabha.
2. If Censure motion is passed in the Lok Sabha, the council of ministers need not resign from the office.
3. Adjournment Motion is introduced in the Parliament to draw the attention of the House to a definite matter of
urgent public importance and needs the support of 100 members to be admitted.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 2 and 3 only B. 1 and 3 only C. 1, 2 and 3 only D. 2 only

95. With reference of the office of the Lok Sabha Speaker, consider the following statements:
1. He/ She hold the office during the pleasure of the President.
2. He/ She need not be a member of the House at the time of his/her election but has to become a member of
the House within six months from the date of his/her election.
3. If he/she intends to resign, the letter of his/her resignation has to be addressed to the Deputy Speaker.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 3 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 2 and 3 only D. None

96. Consider the following statements regarding Turtle Survival Alliance (TSA)
1. It is an action-oriented global partnership committed in achieving zero turtle extinctions in the 21st century.
2. It is an initiative of United Nations.
3. TSA arose in response to the rampant and unsustainable harvest of Asian turtle populations, a situation
known as the Asian Turtle Crisis.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 3 only B. 2 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

97. Consider the following statements regarding the Western Ghats

1. They are older than the Himalayas
2. It is one of the eight "hottest hot-spots" of biological diversity in the world
3. They are spanning over five states.
4. Kasturirangan Committee has proposed a Western Ghats Ecology Authority to regulate these activities in this
area.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1, 2 and 3 only B. 1 and 2 only C. 2 and 4 only D. None of the above

98. Consider the following statements regarding Cheetah

1. It is naturally found in Africa and some parts of Asia.
2. India is planning to introduce African Cheetah in Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2

99. Which of the following is/are possible applications of RNA interference (RNAi)?
1. It can be used in personalized medicines and targeted-gene therapy.
2. Development of novel plant traits and disease-resistant species of plants.
3. It can be used against viral infections, cancer and neurological diseases.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

100. Consider the following statements regardingurban co-operative banks (UCBs)

1. They are registered and governed under the co-operative society acts of the respective states and Banking
Regulation Act, 1949.
2. The managerial aspects of these banks are regulated by RBI.
Which of the statement above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2