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GENERAL POLITY
STUDIES TEST

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1. With reference to the North-Eastern Council (NEC),
which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It comprises both Governors and Chief Ministers of
all North Eastern States as its members.
2. The Union Minister of Home Affairs is the Vice
Chairman of NEC.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a)1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d)Neither 1 nor 2
2. Considers the following statement with reference to
Cantonment board:
1. It is set up as a statutory body.
2. It consists of partly elected and partly nominated
members
3. The executive officer of the cantonment board is
appointed by the Governor of the concerned state.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 only
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
3. With reference to the United Nations Security
Council (UNSC), consider the following statements:
1. It is primarily responsible for securing international government.
peace among members of the United Nations.
2. The non-permanent members are elected by the UN
General Assembly every two years.
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 Indian Parliamentary Group:
4. Considers the following statement with reference to
Municipal Corporations:
1. They are established in the states by the acts of the
concerned state legislatures, and in the union territories (a) 1 only (b)2 only (c) Both 1 and 2(d) Neither 1 nor 2
by the acts of the Parliament of India
2. A Municipal Corporation has usually three
authorities, namely, the council, the standing
committees and the commissioner.
3. All the councilors of the council are directly elected 2. Attorney General of India is the ex- officio member
by the people.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
5. The 'National Institutional Ranking Framework' is
released by
(a) National institution for transforming India (NITI
Aayog)
(b) Quacquarelli Symonds World University Ranking
Report
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(c) United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural
Organization
(d) Ministry of Education
6. Consider the following statements:
1. The President has the power to impose restrictions
on the freedom of trade, commerce, and intercourse
between the states or within the states in public
interest.
2. The Parliament has created the Inter- State
Commercial Council for the purpose of interstate trade
and commerce.
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
7. Consider the following statements:
1. President’s Secretariat prepares the President’s
address to the Parliament.
2. Address delivered by President forms part of, and is
incorporated in the proceedings of the two Houses.
3. Motion of Thanks not passed in Loksabha amounts
to defeat of the government and leads to collapse of the
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
8. Consider the following statements in the context of
1. Minister of Parliamentary Affairs is the ex-officio
President of the Group.
2. It confers the Outstanding Parliamentarian Award.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
9. With respect to the Bar Council of India, consider the
following statements:
1. It is a statutory body.
of the Council.
3. It lays down standards for legal education in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 1 only
10. Which of the following information is displayed on
Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT)?
1. Name of the candidate voted for
2. Symbol of the candidate/party
3. Name of the voter
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Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only 16. Which of the following is/are the barriers to Good
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Governance?
11. Which of the following is/are correct with reference 1. Excessive centralization and policies and action
to the National Commission for Backward Classes? plans.
1. Its mandate is to oversee the interests of the 2. Low levels of compliance of rules by the citizens.
economically weaker sections (EWS) of society. 3. Ineffective structure of performance evaluation
2. While inquiring into any complaint it has all the systems.
powers of a civil court. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c)Both 1 and 2(d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

12. Which of the following is not correct with reference17. On which of the following matters, the Union Public
to the Citizens Charter? Service Commission (UPSC) is consulted by the
(a) It includes vision and mission statement of the government?
organisation. 1. Matters related to the suitability of candidates for
(b) It is legally enforceable and, therefore, is promotions or transfers from one service to another
justiciable. 2. While making reservations of appointments or posts
(c) It stipulates the responsibilities of the citizens. in favour of any backward class of citizens
(d) It includes the standards of service delivery. 3. Disciplinary matters affecting a person serving under
the Government of India in a civil capacity.
13. Which of the following statements in the context of Select the correct answer using the code given below.
the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only
1. The salary and allowances and other service (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
conditions of the Central Vigilance Commissioner are
the same as those of the Chairman of Union Public 18. Which of the following is/are reasons are proposed
Service Commission. for imposing Compulsory Voting?
2. The expenses of the Central Vigilance Commission 1. The right to vote is an individual right which a
is charged on the Consolidated Fund of India. citizen could decide whether to exercise or not.
Select the correct answer using the code given below. 2. It results in a higher degree of political legitimacy as
(a)1 only (b)2 only (c)Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 it is based on higher voter turnout.
3. Tasking parties to attract voters is a better reflection
14. Who among the following is the chairman of Central of voters' interest and engagement with politics.
Hindi Committee? Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) Union Minister of Home Affairs (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
(b) Union Minister of Education (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting
(d) Prime Minister 19. With reference to the National Commission for
Scheduled Castes (NCSC), consider the following
15. Who among the following are eligible for free legal statements:
aid in India, under the provisions of Legal Services 1. It is a statutory body constituted by an Act of
Authorities Act, 1987? Parliament.
1. A member of a Scheduled Tribe 2. It inquires into specific complaints with respect to
2. Differently-abled person the deprivation of rights and safeguards of the SCs.
3. Children 3. It investigates and monitors all matters relating to
4. Women the constitutional and other legal safeguards for the
Select the correct answer using the code given below. SCs.
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(c) 1 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
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(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
25. Which of the following committees are related to
20. Who among the following determine the salaries, police reforms in India?
allowances, and other terms and conditions of service of 1. Ribero Committee
the State Chief Information Commissioner and State 2. Naresh Chandra Committee
Information Commissioners? 3. Padmanabhaiah Committee
(a) President (b) Parliament 4. Malimath Committee
(c) Central Government (d) Governor Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1, 3 and 4 only
21. With reference to Electronics Voting Machines (c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 2, 3 and 4 only
(EVMs), consider the following statements: 26. Election to which of the following provides for
1. Provisions for the use of EVMs are provided under caste-based reservations?
the Representation of the People Act, 1951. 1. Legislative Council 2. Gram Panchayat
2. EVM data is continuously monitored through a 3. Rajya Sabha 4. Municipalities
centralized storage server. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
3. EVMs completely eliminates the possibilities of (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2 and 4 only
booth capturing. (c) 1 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 27. In the context of electoral reforms, the
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only 'constitutional right of citizens to cast a negative vote in
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 elections' was upheld in which of the following cases?
(a) Jan Chowkidar Case, 2004
22. Which of the following bodies are mentioned in the (b) Lily Thomas Case, 2013
Constitution? (c) People Union of Civil Liberty Case, 2004
1. Inter-State Council (d) LIC of India case, 1995
2. Zonal Council
3. Goods and Service Tax Council 28. With reference to the 'General consent to CBI',
4. North-Eastern Council consider the following statements:
Select the correct answer from the code given below. 1. It is given to CBI to investigate cases of corruption
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only against central government employees in the concerned
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 3 and 4 only state.
2. Ministry of Home Affairs is the nodal authority to
23. Consider the following statements with respect to grant consent.
Public Financial Management System (PFMS): Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1. The objective of PFMS is to monitor the flow of (a) 1 only(b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2(d) Neither 1 nor 2
funds between Government of India and central public
sector enterprises (CPSEs). 29. Which of the following are the functions of the
2. It is administered by Controller General of Accounts Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB)?
in the Finance Ministry. 1. To advise the Government on top-level
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? appointments at Public Sector Banks.
(a) 1 only (b)2 only (c)Both 1and 2(d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. To advise the Government on the formulation of a
code of conduct for managerial personnel in PSEs.
24. Consider the following statements in the context of 3. To build a data bank containing data relating to the
Chief Information Commissioner (CIC): performance of PSEs and its officers.
1. The commissioner holds office for a term as Select the correct answer using the code given below.
prescribed by the central government. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
2. He is not eligible for reappointment. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 30. With reference to Law Commission of India,
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 consider the following statements:
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1. It is re-constituted in every five years.
2. The recommendations of the Commission are
binding upon 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
31. With reference to the office of Lokpal, consider the
following statements:
1. The salary, allowances and other conditions of
service of the Lokpal chairperson are same as that of
the Chief Justice of India.
2. The administrative expenses of the Lokpal are
charged upon the Consolidated Fund of 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
32. The creation of the institution of Lokpal was first
recommended by:
(a) Planning Commission
(b) First Administrative Reform Commission
(c) Fourth Law Commission
(d) Third Finance Commission
33. Consider the following statements with reference to
Permanent Court of Arbitration:
1. It aims to provide dispute resolution services
involving states, state entities, international
organizations and private parties.
2. It was established by the Convention for the Pacific
Settlement of International Disputes, 1899.
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. Consider the following statements:
1. While an opinion poll is conducted before balloting
to gauge the intentions of voters, an exit survey is
conducted after elections to find out who they actually
voted for.
2. While opinion polls can not be conducted for
constituencies that have already voted, exit polls can be
telecast only after completion of the final phase of
polling.
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
35. Consider the following statements:
1. In dual command structure, the control over the
police vests with both Superintendent of Police and the
District Magistrate.
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2. In Commissionerate system, the control over the
police lies entirely with the District Magistrate.
3. Dual command structure emphasizes the principle of
separation of powers, whereas the Commissionerate
system emphasizes accountability.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
36. Consider the following statements with respect to
Official Language Commission:
1. It is a statutory body constituted under the provisions
of The Official Languages Act, 1963.
2. The Commission can make recommendations to the
President related to restrictions on the use of English
language for official purposes of the Union.
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. Which of the following amounts to the violation of
the Model Code of Conduct (MCC)?
1. Transfer of an election official without prior
approval of the Election Commission.
2. Combining official visit with electioneering work by
the Prime Minister.
3. Attending Independence Day celebration by Chief
Minister.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
38. In which of the following cases would the President
have to make a reference to the Supreme Court for an
inquiry, before he could order the removal of the
Chairman or any other member of UPSC?
1. If he engages during his term of office in any paid
employment outside his office
2. If he is unfit to continue in office by reason of
infirmity of mind
3. If he is guilty of misbehaviour
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 3 only (d) 1 and 2 only
39. The practice of rotating senior officers of All India
Services, in and out of the Secretariat position is known
as:
(a) Tenure system (b) Cadre system
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(c) Probation system (d) Spoils System
40. Which of the following statements with reference to
the International Seabed Authority is/are correct?
1. It is an intergovernmental body based in Jamaica.
2. It is mandated to organize, regulate and control all
mineral-related activities in the international seabed
area.
3. It has permitted India to explore an area in the Indian
Ocean for polymetallic nodules.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
41. Which of the following statements is correct about
'Governance'?
(a) It the process by which governments are selected,
held accountable, monitored, and replaced.
(b) It is the respect of citizens and the state for the
institutions that govern economic and social
interactions among them.
(c) It is the capacity of governments to manage
resources efficiently, and to formulate, implement, and
enforce sound policies and regulations.
(d) All the above
42. Which of the following documents are accepted for
casting the vote?
1. PAN Card 2. Driving License
3. Passbooks with a photograph
4. Photo Voter Slip
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
43. With reference to the system of proportional
representation by means of a single transferable vote,
consider the following statements:
1. The ballots of the candidate securing the least
number of first preference votes are transferred to the
first preference votes of other candidates.
2. The electoral quota to ensure the absolute majority is
determined by dividing the total number of valid votes
polled by two (half of the valid votes).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only ( b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2(d) Neither 1 or 2
44. With reference to the Outer Space Treaty 1967,
consider the following statements:
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1. It holds states liable for damage caused by their
space objects.
2. It is administered by a United Nations Committee.
3. India is a signatory and has ratified the treaty.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
45. Consider the following statements:
1. There is no limit on the expenditure that a party can
incur during its election campaigns
2. ECI is empowered to suspend the recognition of a
political party for failing to submit its Lok Sabha
expenditure statement.
3. Political parties barred from receiving foreign
contributions.
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
46. Which of the following enhances transparency in
governance?
1. Production and Dissemination of White Papers
2. Citizen’s Charters & Service Charters
3. Publishing Annual Performance Report
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 only
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
47. Which of the following is/are correct with reference
to the special officer for linguistic minorities?
1. The office of the Special Officer for Linguistic
Minorities is a constitutional office.
2. He is to be appointed by the President of India.
3. He investigates all matters relating to the safeguards
provided for linguistic minorities under the
Constitution.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
48. Social Accountability implies the engagement of
civic organizations to express demand for public
services, and exact accountability from local service
providers. Which of the following tools enhance social
accountability?
1. Participatory Budget Analysis
2. Community Scorecards
3. Citizen Charters
4. Social Audits
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Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1, 3 and 4 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
49. Consider the following statements with reference to
the National e-Governance Services Delivery
Assessment (NeSDA) framework:
1. It emphasizes on the quality of the e- Governance
service delivery mechanism from the citizen's
perspective.
2. The framework covers services under G2B
(especially to small businesses) and G2C segments
across all sectors of the economy.
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
50. Which of the following are the functions of the
National Center for Good Governance?
1. To be a think tank for governance & policy reforms,
cutting across administrative, social, economic, and
financial spheres.
2. To function as a national repository on information
on best practices, initiatives, and methodologies that
promote Good Governance.
3. To promote sharing and replication of innovative
ideas and best practices in Governance.
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
51. In the context of Central Information Commission,
consider the following statements:
1. Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances &
Pensions is the nodal ministry for Central Information
Commission
2. President of India lays the report of Central
Information Commission in each house of Parliament.
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
52. Consider the following statements with reference to
Jammu and Kashmir Integrated Grievance Redress and
Monitoring System (JK-IGRAMS):
1. It is the first online grievance management system in 56. Which of the following offices are attached to NITI
the country linked with Central government at the top
and the Tehsils and Blocks at the bottom.
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2. District Collectors and Deputy Commissioners will
be the primary nodes for receiving, disposing and
monitoring grievances.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a)1only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
53. Consider the following statements with reference to
'National Intelligence Grid':
1. It is an integrated intelligence master database of all
the citizens of India for counter-terrorism purposes.
2. It is a statutory body.
3. The data under it, is made available to the central
investigating agencies only on a case to case basis.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only
(c) 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only
54. Which of the following are the powers/ functions of
the Election Commission?
1. To grant recognition to political parties and allot
election symbols to them.
2. To advise the presiding officers of either House of
Parliament on matters relating to the disqualifications
under the Anti- Defection Law.
3. To advise the president whether elections can be
held in a state under president’s rule in order to extend
the period of emergency after one year.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1 and 2 only
55. Finance Commission makes recommendations to the
President of India on which of the following matters?
1. Distribution of the net proceeds of taxes to be shared
between the Centre and the states
2. The principles that should govern the grants-in-aid to
the states by the Centre.
3. Allocation between the states of the respective
shares of proceeds from Centre to states.
4. The principles that should govern the grants-in-aid to
the Panchayats and the Municipalities by the states.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Aayog?
1. Development Monitoring and Evaluation Office.
2. Cell for IPR Promotion and Management (CIPAM)
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3. National Institute of Labour Economics Research
and Development
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
57. Which of the following incentives is/are offered by
the government for the promotion of PPPs?
1. Viability Gap Funding (VGF) in the form of a
capital grant.
2. Long-term debt for financing infrastructure projects
through India Infrastructure Finance Company Ltd.
3. Interest-free loan amounting 75 per cent of the total
project cost through India Infrastructure Project
Development Fund.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
58. Which of the following institutions/bodies are
considered as 'public authority' under the Right to
Information (RTI) Act?
1. Office of Chief Justice of India
2. Office of Attorney General
3. Unaided Religious Trusts
4. Comptroller and Auditor-General of India (CAG)
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 3 and 4 only (b) 1 and 4 only
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 1 and 2 only
59. In the context of the political and electoral Reforms
in India, arrange the following in chronological order.
1. Voting rights extended to Non-Resident Indians
(NRIs).
2. Disclosure of criminal records along with
nomination papers made compulsory.
3. Introduction of NOTA option in General Election to
State Legislative Assemblies.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1-3-2 (b) 2-3-1 (c) 2-1-3 (d) 3-2-1
60. Which of the following languages has not been
declared as a Classical language by the government of
India?
(a) Odia (b) Kannada (c) Marathi (d) Malayalam
61. Which of the following are the nodal agencies for
receiving grievances from the citizens of India?
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1. The Department of Administrative Reforms and
Public Grievances
2. The Department of Pensions and Pensioners’
Welfare
3. The Public Wing in the Prime Minister’s Office
4. The Public Wing in Rashtrapati Bhawan Secretariat
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 4 only
(c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
62. Which of the following statements is/are correct in
the context of the National Commission for Protection
of Child Rights (NCPCR)?
1. It consists of the chairperson and ten members, out
of which at least three are women.
2. The Chairperson and members hold office for a
period of three years or till the age of sixty two years.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
63. Consider the following statements with reference to
Social Audit:
1. It is a tool used for evaluating service delivery
through direct participation of intended beneficiaries.
2. It involves assessment of both financial and non-
financial objectives of the programme.
3. Centre for Social Audit is mandated to provide a
clear set of guidelines to carry out and sustain the
process of Social Audit.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
64. Consider the following statements in the context of
NITI Aayog's Governing council:
1. It comprises the Chief Ministers of all the states and
Union Territories with legislatures.
2. It should meet at least twice a year.
3. Lieutenant Governors of Union Territories without
legislatures are not the members of the Governing
council.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
(a) 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
65. After the declaration of election results, the new Lok
Sabha is deemed to be constituted upon the issue of a
notification by which of the following authorities?
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(a) Lok Sabha Secretary (d) If it secures eight percent of the total valid votes to
(b) President the legislative assembly of the state.
(c) Election Commission of India 70. Which of the following is correct regarding the
(d) Protem Speaker nature of complaints which is/are not entertained by the
National Human Right Commission (NHRC)?
66. Consider In the backdrop of Protection of Human 1. If the complaint is made after one year of the
Rights (Amendment) Act, 2019, consider the following occurrence of the incident
statements about the National Human Rights 2. If the matter is pending before the court.
Commission(NHRC): 3. It the matter pertains to service related matters.
1. A person who has been a Chief Justice of the High Select the correct answer from the code given below.
Court is also made eligible to be appointed as (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
Chairperson of NHRC. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
2. Recently, Chairperson of the National Commission
for Minorities has also been made an ex-officio 71. Consider the following statements with reference to
member of the commission. the United Nations Convention against Torture:
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1. It aims to prevent physical as well as psychological
(a) 1 only (b)2 only (c) Both 1 and 2(d) Neither 1 nor 2 torture.
2. India has acceded to the convention.
67. Consider the following statements with reference to Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
the Right to Information Act, 2005: (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
1. The Act mandates suo motu disclosure of (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
information by public authorities.
2. Information sought concerning the life or liberty of a 72. Consider the following statements regarding the
person shall be supplied within 30 days. Delimitation Commission:
3. RTI can be extended to security organizations such 1. It demarcates the boundaries of both the
as RAW in matters of allegations of corruption. Parliamentary Constituencies and Assembly
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? constituencies.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only 2. Till now, there have been only 10 delimitation
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 commissions constituted so far.
3. It is chaired by the sitting or a retired Judge of the
68. The Representation of the People Act, 1951 provides Supreme Court.
for which of the following? Which of the statements given above are correct?
1. Disqualifications for membership of state legslature (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
2. Qualifications of voters (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
3. Procedures for delimitation of constituencies
Select the correct answer using the code given below. 73. Consider the following statements regarding
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only Electoral Roll:
(c) 1 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 1. A person remains a voter in his native place
irrespective of his place of work and residence.
69. Under which of the following conditions, a party can 2. For the local body elections, all states maintain a
not be recognized as a State Party? separate voters list apart from the lok sabha elections.
(a) If it secures six percent of the valid votes polled to 3. An undertrial person is temporarily suspended from
assembly election and wins 2 seats in the state the electoral roll till the completion of the trial.
assembly. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(b) If it secures 2 percent of the valid votes polled in (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) None
the state at the Lok Sabha election.
(c) If it wins three percent seats in the assembly 74. Which of the following committees are related to
election or 3 seats in the assembly. Civil Services reforms?
1. Baswan Committee 2. Y. K. Alagh Committee
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3. Hota Committee 3. They hold office for a term of six years or until they
Select the correct answer using the code given below. attain the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only(d) None Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 3 only
75. Which of the following statement is correct in the (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
context of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)?
1. It can investigate a case in the boundaries of state 80. With reference to roles and functions of Central
only with prior consent of that state under all Vigilance Commissioner (CVC), consider the following
circumstances. statements:
2. CBI is the designated contact point for the Interpol 1. The CVC is the Chairperson of the Committee, on
in India. whose recommendations, the central government
Select the correct answer using the code given below. appoints the Director of Enforcement.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c)Both 1 and 2(d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. The CVC is a member of the selection committee,
on whose recommendations, the central government
76. With reference to the Advocate-General for the appoints Director of Central Bureau of Investigation
State, consider the following statements: (CBI).
1. The office of the Advocate-General for the State is Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
created by the Constitution of India. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
2. He must be a person who is qualified to be appointed (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
a judge of a Supreme Court.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 81. Which among the following publishes annual survey
(a) 1 only(b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2(d) Neither 1 nor 2 ‘Annual Survey of Education Report’?
(a) Ministry of Women and Child development
77. Consider the following statements: (b) Ministry of Education
1. The Governor can authorize the use of Hindi (c) Ministry of Statistics and Program Implementation
language in proceedings in the High Court. (d) None of the Above
2. Any judgement passed by High Court should be in
Hindi and English language. 82. Consider the following statements with reference to
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Good Governance Index (GGI):
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c)Both 1 and 2(d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. It is a comprehensive framework to assess the State
of Governance in all States and UTs.
78. Bye-election is conducted in a constituency under 2. It contributes in tracking the progress of Sustainable
which of the following conditions? Development Goals (SDGs) at the state level.
1. If a candidate is elected from more than one 3. It is published by NITI Aayog.
constituency Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
2. If an elected candidate dies (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
3. If the winning candidate resigns (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
4. In case of a tie among the top two candidates
Select the correct answer using the code given below. 83. Consider the following statements with reference to
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only ''Compulsory Licensing'':
(c) 1 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 1. It is an authorization to make, use or sell a particular
product or use a particular process that has been
79. With reference to the Joint State Public Service patented, without the need of the permission of the
Commission (JSPSC), consider the following patent owner.
statements: 2. It is mentioned under the TRIPS Agreement and
1. It is created by an act of Parliament on the request of Indian Patent Act, 1970.
the state legislatures concerned. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
2. The chairman and members of a JSPSC are (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
appointed by the President. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
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84. Recently China has claimed rights over territories 90. Recently the Okavango Delta region was in news. It
around Satkeng Wildlife sanctuary claiming it as a is located in which of the following country?
'disputed region'. This wildlife sanctuary is located in: (a) Nigeria (b) South Africa
(a) Arunachal Pradesh (b) Bhutan (c) Mozambique (d) Botswana
(c) Bangladesh (d) Nepal
91. Which of the following are correct with reference to
85. With reference to the Maternal Mortality Rate the duties and functions of the Comptroller and Auditor
(MMR) in India, consider the following statements: General of India (CAG)?
1. The MMR in India is more than 100 per one lakh 1. He ascertains and certifies the net proceeds of any
live births. tax or duty and his certificate is final.
2. Haryana has the highest MMR in India. 2. He audits all expenditures from the Public Account
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? of India as well as the public account of each state.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
86. The Social Stock Exchange, recently seen in news, 92. With reference to taxation in India which of the
is related to following is/are correct about Taxpayer Charter?
(a) A government initiative to help the companies 1. The charter prescribes promises and expectations
listed on stock exchange to carry out their Corporate from taxpayers and revenue-collecting authorities.
Social Responsibility activities. 2. It has been introduced as a part of the Constitutional
(b) A regulated funding platform to allow social Amendment that led to the introduction of Goods and
enterprises and voluntary organizations with a social Services Tax.
purpose, to raise funds. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(c) A government initiative to generate secondary (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
market investment awareness among the millennials. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(d) A regulated funding platform where only the social
media companies are listed. 93. Which of the following best explains the Principle of
Subsidiarity?
87. E-Government Development Index (EGDI) is (a) It refers to the arrangement in which the Centre has
presented by: more power than the constituent states.
(a) World Bank (b) It says that local government institutions should be
(b) Organisation for Economic Co-operation and the subsidiaries of the State government.
Development (c) It holds that a greater or bigger body should not
(c) United Nations Department of Economic and Social exercise functions which can be carried out efficiently
Affairs by smaller and lesser bodies.
(d) International Trade Council (d) It underlies the fact that the head of the state is
always placed above the head of the government.
88. The ‘Prerak Dauur Samman’ award recently seen in
the news, is related to 94. Which among the following statement best describes
(a) Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana NGO-DARPAN:
(b) Yuva Krida Aur Khel Abhiyan (a) It provides interface between NGOs and foreign
(c) Swachh Survekshan governments.
(d) Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (b) It is a government maintained NGO working to
promote social audit.
89. Recently the Churachandpur Mao Fault and the Mat (c) It is a portal which provides interface between
Fault were in news for causing frequent earthquakes in NGOs and the key government ministries and
which of the following State/Union Territory? departments.
(a) Meghalaya (b) Mizoram (c) Ladakh (d) Tripura (d) It is an NGO working against false cases of dowry.
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(a) 1 only (b) 2 only
95. With reference to Chakmas and Hajongs, consider (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
the following statements:
1. The Chakmas are Buddhists by faith and the 100. Fimbristylis sunilii and Neanotis prabhuii recently
Hajongs are Hindus. seen in the news ,they are related to
2. They are found in northeast India only. (a) Plant (b) Animal
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (c) Bird (d) Volcano
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2

96. With reference to wheat export from India, consider

the following statements: ALL THE BEST
1. It accounts for even less than one per cent of world
wheat export.
2. Bangladesh has the largest share of India's wheat
exports in both volume and value terms in 2020- 21.
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

97. With reference to Srijan Portal, consider the

following statements:
1. The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has developed
this portal.
2. It aims to partner with the private sector in the
indigenization efforts of Defence Public Sector
Undertakings (DPSUs) and the Armed Forces.
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

98. With reference to the Food Safety and Standards

Authority of India (FSSAI), consider the following
statements:
1. It is a statutory body established under the Ministry
of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution.
2. It shall consist of a Chairperson and the seven
members out of which one-third shall be women.
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. Consider the following statements:

1. The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA)
is a statutory body constituted under enabling
provisions of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
2. The ‘Project Tiger’ is a Central Sector Scheme of the
Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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