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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements:
The independence of judiciary means that
1. The judges must be able to perform their
functions without fear or favour.
2. The organs of the government should not
interfere with the decision of the judiciary.
3. The judiciary should be free from any kind of
accountability.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
Correct
Option A is correct
The independence of judiciary means that;
1) The organs of the government like the executive and legislature must not restrain the functioning of the
judiciary in such a way that it is unable to do justice.
2) The Judges must be able to perform their functions without fear or favour. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.
3) The other organs of the government should not interfere with the decision of the judiciary. Hence,
Statement 2 is correct.
Independence of the judiciary does not imply arbitrariness or absence of accountability. Hence, Statement 3
is incorrect.
Judiciary is a part of the democratic political structure of the country. It is therefore accountable to the
Constitution, to the democratic traditions and to the people of the country.
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Option A is correct
The independence of judiciary means that;
1) The organs of the government like the executive and legislature must not restrain the functioning of the
judiciary in such a way that it is unable to do justice.
2) The Judges must be able to perform their functions without fear or favour. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.
3) The other organs of the government should not interfere with the decision of the judiciary. Hence,
Statement 2 is correct.
Independence of the judiciary does not imply arbitrariness or absence of accountability. Hence, Statement 3
is incorrect.
Judiciary is a part of the democratic political structure of the country. It is therefore accountable to the
Constitution, to the democratic traditions and to the people of the country.
Question 2 of 10
2. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements:
The exclusive original jurisdiction of the
Supreme Court extends to federal dispute
between two or more States.
The Supreme Court can give special orders in
the form of writs.
The President of India is bound to accept the
advice given by the Supreme Court.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
Correct
The Supreme Court of India is one of the very powerful courts anywhere in the world. However, it functions within the limitations imposed by the Constitution. The functions and responsibilities of the Supreme Court are defined by the Constitution. The Supreme Court has specific jurisdiction or scope of powers.
Statement 1 is correct. The exclusive original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court extends to any
dispute between the Government of India and one or more States or between the Government of India and any State or States on one side and one or more States on the other or between two or more States, if and in so far as the dispute involves any question (whether of law or of fact) on which the existence or extent of a legal right depends.
Statement 2 is correct. The Supreme Court can give special orders in the form of writs. The High Courts can
also issue writs, but the persons whose rights are violated have the choice of either approaching the High Court or approaching the Supreme Court directly. Through such writs, the Court can give orders to the executive to act or not to act in a particular way.
Statement 3 is incorrect. In addition to original and appellate jurisdiction, the Supreme Court of India possesses advisory jurisdiction also. This means that the President of India can refer any matter that is of public importance or that which involves interpretation of Constitution to Supreme Court for advice. However, the Supreme Court is not bound to give advice on such matters and the President is not bound to accept such an advice.
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The Supreme Court of India is one of the very powerful courts anywhere in the world. However, it functions within the limitations imposed by the Constitution. The functions and responsibilities of the Supreme Court are defined by the Constitution. The Supreme Court has specific jurisdiction or scope of powers.
Statement 1 is correct. The exclusive original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court extends to any
dispute between the Government of India and one or more States or between the Government of India and any State or States on one side and one or more States on the other or between two or more States, if and in so far as the dispute involves any question (whether of law or of fact) on which the existence or extent of a legal right depends.
Statement 2 is correct. The Supreme Court can give special orders in the form of writs. The High Courts can
also issue writs, but the persons whose rights are violated have the choice of either approaching the High Court or approaching the Supreme Court directly. Through such writs, the Court can give orders to the executive to act or not to act in a particular way.
Statement 3 is incorrect. In addition to original and appellate jurisdiction, the Supreme Court of India possesses advisory jurisdiction also. This means that the President of India can refer any matter that is of public importance or that which involves interpretation of Constitution to Supreme Court for advice. However, the Supreme Court is not bound to give advice on such matters and the President is not bound to accept such an advice.
Question 3 of 10
3. Question
2 points
The idea of Rule of law in the Indian
Constitution is borrowed from
Correct
The features of the Indian Constitution borrowed from the British Constitution are Parliamentary
government, Rule of Law, legislative procedure, single citizenship, cabinet system, prerogative writs,
parliamentary privileges and bicameralism.
Incorrect
The features of the Indian Constitution borrowed from the British Constitution are Parliamentary
government, Rule of Law, legislative procedure, single citizenship, cabinet system, prerogative writs,
parliamentary privileges and bicameralism.
Question 4 of 10
4. Question
2 points
Supreme Court has the power to review
legislations on the ground that they
Violate Fundamental Rights
Violate Directive Principles of State Policy
Violate the Federal Distribution of Powers
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
Correct
The Constitution provides two ways in which the Supreme Court can remedy the violation of rights. First it can
restore fundamental rights by issuing writs of Habeas Corpus; mandamus etc. (article 32). The High Court’s
also having the power to issue such writs (article 226). Secondly, the Supreme Court can declare the concerned
law as unconstitutional and therefore non-operational (article 13).
The review power of the Supreme Court includes power to review legislations on the ground that they
violate fundamental rights or on the ground that they violate the federal distribution of powers. The review
power extends to the laws passed by State legislatures also. But it does not include the violation of Directive
Principles of State Policy.
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The Constitution provides two ways in which the Supreme Court can remedy the violation of rights. First it can
restore fundamental rights by issuing writs of Habeas Corpus; mandamus etc. (article 32). The High Court’s
also having the power to issue such writs (article 226). Secondly, the Supreme Court can declare the concerned
law as unconstitutional and therefore non-operational (article 13).
The review power of the Supreme Court includes power to review legislations on the ground that they
violate fundamental rights or on the ground that they violate the federal distribution of powers. The review
power extends to the laws passed by State legislatures also. But it does not include the violation of Directive
Principles of State Policy.
Question 5 of 10
5. Question
2 points
Which of the following concepts is/are
associated with federalism?
An institutional mechanism to accommodate
two sets of polities.
An independent judiciary to settle disputes.
Select the correct answer using the codes given
below.
Correct
Exp) A few key ideas and concepts associated with federalism:
Statement 1 is correct. Federalism is an institutional mechanism to accommodate two sets of polities—one
at the regional level and the other at the national level. Each government is autonomous in its own sphere. In
some federal countries, there is even a system of dual citizenship. India has only a single citizenship.
Statement 2 is correct. To prevent conflicts between the Centre and the State, there is an independent
judiciary to settle disputes. The judiciary has the powers to resolve disputes between the central government
and the States on legal matters about the division of power.
Incorrect
Exp) A few key ideas and concepts associated with federalism:
Statement 1 is correct. Federalism is an institutional mechanism to accommodate two sets of polities—one
at the regional level and the other at the national level. Each government is autonomous in its own sphere. In
some federal countries, there is even a system of dual citizenship. India has only a single citizenship.
Statement 2 is correct. To prevent conflicts between the Centre and the State, there is an independent
judiciary to settle disputes. The judiciary has the powers to resolve disputes between the central government
and the States on legal matters about the division of power.
Question 6 of 10
6. Question
2 points
Which one of the following
Committees/Commissions recommended
constitutional recognition for the local
government bodies?
Correct
After 1987, a thorough review of the functioning of local government institutions was initiated. In 1989 the
K.Thungon Committee recommended constitutional recognition for the local government bodies. A
constitutional amendment to provide for periodic elections to local government institutions, and enlistment of
appropriate functions to them, along with funds, was recommended.
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After 1987, a thorough review of the functioning of local government institutions was initiated. In 1989 the
K.Thungon Committee recommended constitutional recognition for the local government bodies. A
constitutional amendment to provide for periodic elections to local government institutions, and enlistment of
appropriate functions to them, along with funds, was recommended.
Question 7 of 10
7. Question
2 points
With reference to the Article 356, consider
the following statements:
The governor has the power to recommend
the dismissal of the state government.
The President’s proclamation has to be
ratified by the Parliament.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
Correct
Article 356 of the Indian Constitution provides for President’s rule in any State. This provision is to be
applied, when a situation has arisen in which the Government of the State cannot be carried on in accordance
with the provisions of this Constitution. It results in the takeover of the State government by the Union
Statement 1 is correct. The Governor has certain powers to recommend dismissal of the State government
and the dissolution of the Assembly. Besides, even in normal circumstances, the Governor has the power to
reserve a bill passed by the State legislature, for the assent of the President. This gives the central government an
opportunity to delay the State legislation and also to examine such bills and veto them completely.
Statement 2 is correct. The President’s proclamation has to be ratified by the Parliament. President’s rule
can be extended till three years beyond which a Constitutional Amendment is needed for the emergency to continue.
Incorrect
Article 356 of the Indian Constitution provides for President’s rule in any State. This provision is to be
applied, when a situation has arisen in which the Government of the State cannot be carried on in accordance
with the provisions of this Constitution. It results in the takeover of the State government by the Union
Statement 1 is correct. The Governor has certain powers to recommend dismissal of the State government
and the dissolution of the Assembly. Besides, even in normal circumstances, the Governor has the power to
reserve a bill passed by the State legislature, for the assent of the President. This gives the central government an
opportunity to delay the State legislation and also to examine such bills and veto them completely.
Statement 2 is correct. The President’s proclamation has to be ratified by the Parliament. President’s rule
can be extended till three years beyond which a Constitutional Amendment is needed for the emergency to continue.
Question 8 of 10
8. Question
2 points
According to the India Constitution, which
of the following pair of States have special
provisions given their peculiar social and
historical circumstances?
Correct
Special Provisions
The most extra-ordinary feature of the federal arrangement created in India is that many States get a differential
In the case of division of powers the Constitution provides a division of powers that is common to all the States. And yet, the Constitution has some special provisions for some States given their peculiar social and historical circumstances. Most of the special provisions pertain to the north eastern States (Assam, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, etc.) largely due to a sizeable indigenous tribal population with a distinct history and culture, which they wish to retain (Art 371). However, these provisions have not been able to stem alienation and the insurgency in parts of the region.
Special provisions also exist for hilly States like Himachal Pradesh and some other States like Andhra
Pradesh, Goa, Gujarat, Maharashtra and Sikkim. But they are provided by the Central Government and not by the Constitution.
Incorrect
Special Provisions
The most extra-ordinary feature of the federal arrangement created in India is that many States get a differential
In the case of division of powers the Constitution provides a division of powers that is common to all the States. And yet, the Constitution has some special provisions for some States given their peculiar social and historical circumstances. Most of the special provisions pertain to the north eastern States (Assam, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, etc.) largely due to a sizeable indigenous tribal population with a distinct history and culture, which they wish to retain (Art 371). However, these provisions have not been able to stem alienation and the insurgency in parts of the region.
Special provisions also exist for hilly States like Himachal Pradesh and some other States like Andhra
Pradesh, Goa, Gujarat, Maharashtra and Sikkim. But they are provided by the Central Government and not by the Constitution.
Question 9 of 10
9. Question
2 points
Which of the following provisions reflect
federalism with a strong Central Government?
Power of Parliament to form a new State by
uniting two or more states.
The Constitutional emergency provisions.
Financial powers and responsibilities of the
Central Government.
Select the correct answer using the code given
below:
Correct
Federal Government means establishing dual government with clear separation of power. However in India a
strong centre is provided by giving more sets of power to the centre as compared to the states.
Statement 1 is correct. The Parliament is empowered to ‘form a new State by separation of territory from
any State or by uniting two or more States’. It can also alter the boundary of any State or even its name. The
Constitution provides for some safeguards by way of securing the view of the concerned State legislature.
Statement 2 is correct. The Constitution has certain very powerful emergency provisions, which can turn
our federal polity into a highly centralized system once emergency is declared. During an emergency, power
becomes lawfully centralized. Parliament also assumes the power to make laws on subjects within the
jurisdiction of the States.
Statement 3 is correct. Even during normal circumstances, the central government has very effective
financial powers and responsibilities. In the first place, items generating revenue are under the control of
the central government. Thus, the central government has many revenue sources and the States are mostly
dependent on the grants and financial assistance from the centre.
Incorrect
Federal Government means establishing dual government with clear separation of power. However in India a
strong centre is provided by giving more sets of power to the centre as compared to the states.
Statement 1 is correct. The Parliament is empowered to ‘form a new State by separation of territory from
any State or by uniting two or more States’. It can also alter the boundary of any State or even its name. The
Constitution provides for some safeguards by way of securing the view of the concerned State legislature.
Statement 2 is correct. The Constitution has certain very powerful emergency provisions, which can turn
our federal polity into a highly centralized system once emergency is declared. During an emergency, power
becomes lawfully centralized. Parliament also assumes the power to make laws on subjects within the
jurisdiction of the States.
Statement 3 is correct. Even during normal circumstances, the central government has very effective
financial powers and responsibilities. In the first place, items generating revenue are under the control of
the central government. Thus, the central government has many revenue sources and the States are mostly
dependent on the grants and financial assistance from the centre.
Question 10 of 10
10. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements:
The resolution for removal of Vice President
can be initiated in Rajya Sabha only.
Unlike the President, there is no process of
impeachment of the Vice President.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
Correct
Statement 1 is correct. The term of office of the Vice President is five years. The term may end earlier by resignation which should be addressed to the President. The term of the office of the Vice President may also be terminated earlier through the process of removal. The Vice President may be removed by a resolution by the members of the Rajya Sabha. Such a resolution for removal of Vice President can be initiated in Rajya Sabha only.
Statement 2 is correct. To move such a resolution, a 14 days’ notice is to be given. Such a resolution, though passed by the Rajya Sabha only must be agreeable to the Lok Sabha. Unlike the President, there is no process of impeachment of the Vice President. Vice President is removed by a resolution passed by Rajya Sabha by effective majority (i.e. majority of all the then members of Rajya Sabha) and agreed by a simple majority in the Lok Sabha.
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Statement 1 is correct. The term of office of the Vice President is five years. The term may end earlier by resignation which should be addressed to the President. The term of the office of the Vice President may also be terminated earlier through the process of removal. The Vice President may be removed by a resolution by the members of the Rajya Sabha. Such a resolution for removal of Vice President can be initiated in Rajya Sabha only.
Statement 2 is correct. To move such a resolution, a 14 days’ notice is to be given. Such a resolution, though passed by the Rajya Sabha only must be agreeable to the Lok Sabha. Unlike the President, there is no process of impeachment of the Vice President. Vice President is removed by a resolution passed by Rajya Sabha by effective majority (i.e. majority of all the then members of Rajya Sabha) and agreed by a simple majority in the Lok Sabha.
