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PP2- UPSCTREE Prelims Test Series

Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth (4th Edition) – Part III

Current Events

Q.1) Consider the following statements about the speaker of the Lok Sabha.

1. He derives some of his powers from parliamentary conventions.

2. He is removed by a resolution passed by a majority of all the

members of Lok Sabha.

3. Whenever Lok Sabha is dissolved the speaker does not vacate his

office.

Select the correct option using the codes given below

A.

1 and 2 only

B.

2 and 3 only

C.

1 and 3 only

D.

1,2 and 3

Explanation:

whenever Lok Sabha is dissolved the speaker does not vacate his office and continues till the

newly elected Lok Sabha meets.

Q.2) Consider the following statements with regards to vice-president o India:-

1)There is no formal impeachment process , instead he can be removed by a

resolution of Rajya Sabha with an absolute majority and agreed to it by Lok

Sabha

2)The election process includes both nominated and elected members of

Parliament and state legislature

Which of the above statements is/are correct ?

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

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C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.3) Presidents election follows the system of proportional representation by

means of single transferable vote.Choose the correct statements below in

this regard:-

1)Proportional representation is a misnomer as it takes place where 2 or

more seats has to be filled but in case of president it is only one.

2)Similarly the term single transferable vote is also a misnomer as every

voter has plural votes.

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.4) With reference to Indian Judicial System, which of the following statements

is/are correct?

1. The Supreme Court of India consists of 26 judges, including the

Chief Justice of India.

2. The President of India is vested with the power to increase or

decrease the number of Judges of the Supreme Court as per his discretion.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

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Explanation:

Q.5) With reference to Earth Day, which of the following statements is/are

correct?

1. Earth Day was first celebrated in 1970.

2. Theme for Earth Day 2016: Trees for the Planet!

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.6) Which of the following expenditures are not charged from the consolidated

fund of India?

A.

Emoluments and allowances of the president.

B.

Salaries of the judges of the high courts.

C.

Both of the above.

D.

None of the above.

Explanation:

Q.7) With reference to Ranthambore National Park, which of the following

statements is/are correct?

1. It is located in the western Rajasthan.

2. River Luni flows through it.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

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B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.8) Setubharatam project, which was recently in news, aims to:-

A.

Reconstruct the Ram Setu (Adam’s Bridge)

B.

Connect the major Indian ports with the Golden quadrilateral

C.

Make National Highways Railway Crossing Free

D.

None of the above

Explanation:

Q.9) Which of the following statement/s is/are true regarding this provision for

disqualification of members of parliament under RPA, 1951?

A.

The detention of a person under preventive disqualification law is not a

disqualification.

B.

The decision of the president is final in case of a question whether any

matter is falling under it or not.

C.

Both of the above

D.

None of the above

Explanation:

Q.10) Consider the following statements :-

1)A sitting MLA can not contest Presidential election as he holds the office

of profit.

2) In the absence of Chief Justice of India , the senior most judge

administers the oath to president.

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Which of the above is/are correct ?

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.11) In which of the following cases the deadlock over the passage of a bill

between both the Houses of parliament cannot be resolved through joint

sitting?

1. Money bill

2. Constitutional Amendment bill

3. Financial bill

Choose the correct answer from the codes

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

1 and 2 only

D.

1,2,and 3

Explanation:

Q.12) With reference to Indian Judicial System, which of the following

statements is/are correct?

1. The senior-most judge of the Supreme Court should alone be

appointed to the office of the chief justice of India.

2. In the First Judges case (1982) the Supreme Court held that while

the appointment of the judges President’s consultation with the Chief

Justice dot not mean concurrence.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

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B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.13) With reference to Unified Payment Interface, which of the following

statements is/are correct?

1. It is a mobile interface and works only on mobile phones.

2. It is launched by National Payment Corporation of India.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.14) Consider the following statements regarding an adjournment motion in

India.

1. It needs the support of 25 members to be admitted.

2. It can be introduced in the Lok sabha only.

3. It involves an element of censure against the government.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

2 and 3 only

D.

1,2, and 3

Explanation:

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It needs the support of 50 members to be admitted.

Q.15) Which of the following statement relating the Speaker Protem of the Lok

Sabha is correct?

A.

He is a member of the newly constituted Lok Sabha and is elected by the

house as Speaker Protem.

B.

He is elected by the president on the aid and advice of the council of

minister.

C.

The senior-most member in terms of age of the newly elected lok Sabha

is appointed by the President as the Speaker Protem.

D.

He is appointed by the president on the basis of a convention.

Explanation:

Q.16) Assertion- The president enjoys the parliamentary privileges as enjoyed by

the members of the parliament.

Reason- President is an integral part of the parliament.

A.

Both A and B are individually true and B is the correct explanation of A.

B.

Both A and B are individually true but B is not the correct explanation

of A.

C.

A is true but B is false

D.

A is false but B is true.

Explanation:

Q.17) With reference to Black-necked crane, which of the following statements

is/are correct?

1. It is a species that breeds on the Tibetan plateau and migrates to

Tawang for the winter.

2. It is rated as ‘critically endangered’ in the International Union for

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Conservation of Nature (IUCN) list of endangered species.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.18) With reference to the Battle of Khongjom, which of the following

statements is/are correct?

1. It was an armed conflict between the British Empire and the

Kingdom of Manipur.

2. It was the last battle that the British fought on Indian soil.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.19) With reference to Indian Judicial System, which of the following

statements is/are correct?

1. The Constitution of India declares Delhi as the seat of the Supreme

Court.

2. The President of India is authorized to appoint other place or places

as the seat of Supreme Court.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

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C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.20) The parliament can make any law for the whole or any part of India to

implement International treaties:

A.

With the consent of all the states

B.

With the consent of majority of states

C.

With the consent of the states concerned

D.

Without the consent of any state

Explanation:

Q.21) Consider the following statements.

1. Payments from the public account can be made without

parliamentary appropriation.

2. There is no mention of Contingency Fund of India in the

constitution.

3. Money received by the government in repayment of loans forms

part of the Consolidated Fund of India.

4. Payments from the Contingency Fund of India are done by

executive action.

Select the correct option using the codes given below

A.

1 and 3 only

B.

2 and 4 only

C.

1,3 and 4 only

D.

1,2,3 and 4

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Explanation:

Q.22) Assertion- the question of disqualification under the tenth schedule is

decided by the deputy chairman of Rajya Sabha.

Reason- The chairman is not a member of the Rajya sabha

A.

Both A and B are individually true and B is the correct explanation of A.

B.

Both A and B are individually true but B is not the correct explanation

of A.

C.

A is true but B is false.

D.

A is false but B is true.

Explanation:

Q.23) With reference to Indian Judicial System, which of the following

statements is/are correct?

1. The Judges of the Supreme Court are appointed by the Chief

Justice of India.

2. The Chief Justice of India is appointed by the president after

consultation with such judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts as he

deems necessary.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.24) With reference to Sonerila nairii, which of the following statements is/are

correct?

1. It is a lithophytic plant species found in the Western Ghats.

2. The plant species is enlisted in the critically endangered category

of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)

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Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.25) Assertion- The constitution provides for parliamentary form of

government.

Reason- The founding fathers of the constitution preferred responsibility of

the executive to its stability.

A.

Both A and B are individually true and B is the correct explanation of A.

B.

Both A and B are individually true but B is not the correct explanation

of A.

C.

A is true but B is false.

D.

A is false but B is true.

Explanation:

Q.26) Which of the following statement/s regarding zero hour is/are not true?

A.

There is no mention of it in the constitution of India.

B.

It is an Indian innovation and is mentioned in the rules of procedure of

the house.

C.

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Both A and B

D.

None of the above

Explanation:

Q.27) With reference to Indian Judicial System, which of the following

statements is/are correct?

1. The Supreme Court of India succeeded the Federal Court of India,

established under the Government of India Act of 1935.

2. The jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of India I greater than that of

the Federal Court of India, established under the Government of India Act

of 1935.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.28) Consider the following statements :-

1) Phishing - Refers to frauds carried out via e-mail or malacious

link/attachment

2) Vishing- Refers to frauds carried out over Voice (eg- When a person

calls and represents himself as the bank authority and tries obtain the

information for fraud activities)

3)Pharming -Pharming is another scam where a fraudster installs malicious

code on a personal computer or server. This code then redirects clicks you

make on a Website to another fraudulent Website without your consent or

knowledge

4)Smishing - Refers to frauds carried out over SMS or text messages

Which of the above statements are correct ?

A.

1 ,2 and 3 only

B.

2,3, and 4only

C.

1,2,3,4

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D.

1,3 and 4 only

Explanation:

Q.29) Consider the statements related to impeachment of president and choose

the correct statement/s from the codes given below.

1)The impeachment can only be initiated when there is "violation of

constitution"

2)Constitution does not define what constitutes "Violation of Constitution"

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.30) What was the theme of India Water Week 2016?

A.

Water for All: Striving Together

B.

Per drop more crop

C.

Water: For everyone

D.

None of the above

Explanation:

Q.31) Which of the following actions cannot be considered as the

executive/judiciary power of the parliament:-

A.

Recommending the removal of the judges of the Supreme Court.

B.

Removing the President and the Vice-President from his office.

C.

Punishing its members for breaching its privilege.

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D.

All of the above comes under the executive/judiciary power of

parliament.

Explanation:

Q.32) Which of the following does not form part of electoral college for election

of president ?

A.

All the members of both houses of parliament

B.

Elected members of legislative assembly of states

C.

Elected members of UT

D.

Elected members of Rajya Sabha

Explanation:

Q.33) Consider the following statements.

1. In the system of election to Lok Sabha though uniformity of

representation does exist between the states it does not exists

between the different constituencies of the same state.

2. 87TH

amendment act provided for the delimitation of constituencies

on the basis of 2001 census.

3. The allocation of seats to the states cannot be altered for now.

Choose the correct option using the codes given below.

A.

1 only

B.

1 and 2 only

C.

2 and 3 only

D.

1,2 and 3

Explanation:

Uniformity of representation also exists between the different constituencies of the same

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state.

Q.34) With reference to Ashgabat Agreement, which of the following statements

is/are correct?

1. It is an international transport and transit corridor facilitating

transportation of goods between Central Asia and the Persian Gulf.

2. India has already acceded to this agreement.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.35) Which of the following parts of the annual financial statement constitutes

the non-votable part.?

1. The sums required to meet expenditure proposed to be made from

the consolidated from India.

2. The sums required to meet expenditure proposed to be charged

upon the consolidated from India.

3. Grant in advance for a part of financial year.

4. Grant-in-aid given to the needy states of parliament.

Select the correct option using the code given below.

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

1 and 3 only

D.

1,3 and 4 only

Explanation:

Q.36) In which of the following cases the Lok Sabha can express its lack of

confidence in the government?

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1. By not passing a motion of thanks on the President’s inaugural

address.

2. By rejecting a money bill.

3. By passing a cut motion.

4. By defeating the government on vital issue.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

A.

1,2,and 3 only

B.

1,3, and 4 only

C.

2,3,and 4 only

D.

1,2,3,4

Explanation:

Q.37) Which of the following countries are the members of Gulf Cooperation

Council (GCC)?

1. Iraq

2. USA

3. Saudi Arabia

4. Kuwait

Select the correct answer

A.

1 and 2 only

B.

1 and 3 only

C.

3 and 4 only

D.

All of the above

Explanation:

Q.38) A money bill may deal with which of the following matters?

1. Abolition and regulation of any tax

2. Custody of public account.

3. Giving any guarantee by the government of India for burrowing

money.

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4. Withdrawal of money from contingency fund of India.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A.

1 and 2 only

B.

1 and 3 only

C.

1,3 and 4 only

D.

1,2,3,4

Explanation:

Q.39) Consider the following the statements about Rajya Sabha.

1. The constitution has fixed the term of office of members of Rajya

Sabha for 6 years.

2. Though the elected members are eligible for reelection but the

nominated members are not eligible for re-nomination.

3. A person should not be less than 35 years to be a member of the

Rajya Sabha .

Choose the correct option.

A.

1 only

B.

3 only

C.

1 and 3 only

D.

None of the above

Explanation:

The constitution empowers the parliament to fix the term. Accordingly The RPA, 1951 has

fixed it for 6 years. The nominated members are also eligible for re-nomination. Lower age

limit -30 years.

Q.40) When the annual union budget is not passed by the Lok sabha :-

A.

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The budget is modified and presented again

B.

The budget is referred to the Rajya Sabha for suggestions.

C.

The Union Finance Minister is asked to resign.

D.

The Prime Minister submits the resignation along with council of

Ministers.

Explanation:

Q.41) Which of the following is not the reason behind India adopting the Fast

Past the Post (FPTP) system of election?

A.

It is very simple and clear to understand.

B.

Greater accountability.

C.

To ensure free and fair election

D.

To provide a clear choice to the people to choose on the basis of nature

of politics.

Explanation:

Q.42) Consider the following statements:-

1)The power of president to promulgate ordinance is a parallel power of

legislation

2)The maximum life of an ordinance is six months six weeks in case of non

approval of parliament

Which of the above statement is/are correct ?

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

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Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither nor 2

Explanation:

Q.43) Consider the statements related to impeachment of president and choose

the correct statement/s from the codes given below.

1)Impeachment can be initiated by any house of the parliament

2)The charges should be signed by one fourth of the members of the house

which initiates the impeachment.

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.44) Find out the correct statement/s about the public accounts committee of

India.

1. The members the committee are selected by the method of

proportional representation by means of the single transferrable

vote.

2. It examines all the audit reports of CAG.

3. The finance minister generally becomes the chairman of the

committee.

A.

1 only

B.

2 and 3 only

C.

1 and 3only

D.

1,2, and 3

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Explanation:

Q.45) With reference to South Asia Wildlife Enforcement Network (SAWEN),

which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. It is a Regional network comprising of eight countries in South

Asia

2. China is one of its members.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 and 2

Explanation:

Q.46) Under which of the following circumstances a bill pending before the

parliament does not lapse on the dissolution of the Lok Sabha.?

1. A Bill introduced in and pending before the Lok Sabha.

2. A Bill passed by the Rajya Sabha but pending before the Lok

Sabha.

3. A Bill referred to the joint sitting of both the houses before the

dissolution of Lok Sabha.

4. A bill passed by the Lok Sabha but pending before the Rajya Sabha.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A.

1 only

B.

3 only

C.

1 and 2 only

D.

2,3 and 4 only

Explanation:

Q.47) With reference to PROVe, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. It is a Remotely Operated Vehicle indigenously-developed

by National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT).

2. It can be used to map the coral reefs in Andaman & Nicobar

Islands.

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Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.48) The Chief Information Commissioner and Information Commissioners are

appointed by the President on the recommendation of a committee

consisting of

1. The Prime Minister

2. The Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha

3. A Union Cabinet Minister to be nominated by the Prime Minister

Select the correct answer

A.

1 and 2 only

B.

2 and 3 only

C.

1 and 3 only

D.

All of the above

Explanation:

Q.49) Which of the following statements is correct?

A.

Rajya Sabha has no representation in the departmental standing

committee.

B.

The Estimates committee has the maximum members of all the

committees of parlimant.

C.

There are 22 members both in the Public Accounts committee and the

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committee on Public Undertaking.

D.

All are correct statements.

Explanation:

Q.50) Consider the statements related to impeachment of president and choose

the correct statement/s from the codes given below.

1)President is given 14 days notice

2)After the impeachment is passed by two third majority of the house , it is

sent to other house which must investigate the charges

3)Nominated members of parliament do participate in voting process of

impeachment

4)The elected members of states and UTs do not participate in the

impeachment process.

A.

1 ,2 and 3 only

B.

1,2, and 4 only

C.

1,2,3,4

D.

1 and 3 only

Explanation:

Q.51) Which of the following report is not placed before the parliament?

A.

Election commission

B.

UPSC

C.

Comptroller and Auditor general.

D.

Finance commission

Explanation:

Q.52) With reference to Global Connectivity Index (GCI) report, which of the

following statements is/are correct?

1. The report measures the growth of various global improvements in

the field of internet connectivity.

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2. It is announced by the Chinese multinational networking and

telecommunications equipment and services company Huawei

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.53) With reference to Teak tree, which of the following statements is/are

correct?

1. Teak has the highest capacity for carbon sequestration among

trees in India.

2. Teak’s common name in India is sagwaan.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.54) Which of the following statement/s is/are true excess grant?

A.

It is voted by the Lok Sabha after the financial year.

B.

They must be approved by the public accounts committee of the

parliament.

C.

Both of the above

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D.

None of the above

Explanation:

Q.55) Which of the following is an extra constitutional body?

A.

State finance commission

B.

Delimitation commission.

C.

Inter-state council

D.

District Planning committee

Explanation:

Q.56) Global Fissile Material Report is published by which of the following

agencies?

A.

World Disarmament Conference

B.

UN

C.

International Panel on Fissile Materials

D.

None of the above

Explanation:

Q.57) With reference to Akash missile, which of the following statements is/are

correct?

1. Akash is a medium range surface-to-air anti-aircraft defence

system developed by the DRDO.

2. It is developed as a part of the Integrated Guided Missile

Development Programme.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

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B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.58) Consider the following statements with regards to pardoning power of

president :-

1)It is not subject to judicial review except when the decision is

arbitrary,irrational,mala fide or discremenatory

2)President can afford relief not only on the the sentence but also from the

mistake itself.

Which of the above statements is/are correct ?

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.59) Which of the following are the exclusive prerogatives of Rajya Sabha?

1. To initiate proceedings for removal of Vice-President of India.

2. To initiate legislation on an item falling under the state list if it is

expedient in the national interest.

3. To initiate the creation of new all India services.

4. To elect members of Rajya sabha.

Select the correct answer using the code given below

A.

1 and 3 only

B.

2 and 4 only

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C.

1,2 and 3 only

D.

1,2,3,4

Explanation:

Q.60) With reference to Indian Judicial System, which of the following

statements is/are correct?

1. Article 136 of the Constitution of India deals with the Special

Leave to appeal by the Supreme Court.

2. Article 143 of the Constitution of India deals with the power of the

president to consult the Supreme Court.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.61) Which of the following statements regarding vote-on-account are not

correct?

1. Since it is a money matter it is introduced and passed by the

parliament like a money bill.

2. It is passed in the parliament only in an election year.

3. It is considered to have been passed when it is approve by the Lok

sabha in the form of a resolution by simple majority.

4. The president shall give his assent when it is presented to him.

Select the correct answer using the codes given above.

A.

1 and 2 only

B.

3 and 4 only

C.

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1,2, and 4 only

D.

All are correct statements

Explanation:

Q.62) With reference to Potassium chlorate, which of the following statements

is/are correct?

1. It is a banned explosive.

2. It is used for the production of beautiful colours.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.63) The expression "delegated legislation" which has became the order of the

day in the parliamentary set up means:-

1. Legislation by the executives under authority delegated to them by

the parliament.

2. Legislation by the state legislature under authority delegated to

them by the parliament.

3. Legislation by the president and governor by the ordinances.

Select the correct option using the code given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

1 and 2 only

D.

1,2 and 3

Explanation:

Q.64) Nomadic Elephant-2016, which was recently in news, is a?

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A.

Scheme by Government of India to promote tourism

B.

India-USA military exercise

C.

India-Mongolia joint training exercise

D.

None of the above

Explanation:

Q.65) In which of the following instances a person is disqualified to contest

elections to the parliament and state legislature :-

A.

When a person is disqualified from being a member of parliament or a

state legislature under the anti-defection law.

B.

An under trial who is under the lawful custody of the state.

C.

A person who is convicted of untouchability under a court of law.

D.

All of the above.

Explanation:

Q.66) With reference to Cheraman Juma Masjid, which of the following

statements is/are correct?

1. It is built in 629 AD, it is the first mosque in India.

2. Unlike other mosques which faces west (towards Mecca) , it faces

the East.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

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Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.67) A judge of the Supreme Court;

1. Holds office until he attains the age of 62 years.

2. Can resign his office by writing to the Chief Justice of India.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.68) With reference to Silica Aerogel, which of the following statements is/are

correct?

1. It is the world’s lightest synthetic material developed by DRDO.

2. It can be used to keep Indian soldiers warm in Siachen snow.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.69) With reference to Panama Disease, which of the following statements

is/are correct?

1. It causes discoloration and wilting of leaves.

2. Panama is caused by a soil-borne bacterium.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

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2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.70) In which of the following cases the Rajya Sabha enjoys equal status with

Lok Sabha.

1. During passage of a constitutional amendment bill

2. Selection of ministers including the Prime Minister.

3. During passage of a resolution for the discontinuation of a national

emergency.

4. Enlargement of the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court.

Select the correct answer using the code given below

A.

1 and 2 only

B.

1 and 4 only

C.

1,2 and 4 only

D.

1,2,3 and 4

Explanation:

Q.71) The Internet of Things, which was recently in news, is a?

A.

Cloud service promoted by Google

B.

Concept of basically connecting any device with an on and off switch to

the Internet

C.

Knowledge platform developed by Government of India in collaboration

with NIC

D.

None of the above

Explanation:

Q.72) With reference to National Family Health Survey (NFHS), which of the

following statements is/are correct?

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1. It is a large-scale, multi-round survey conducted in a representative

sample of households throughout India.

2. International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS) is the nodal

agency, responsible for providing coordination and technical guidance for

the NFHS.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.73) Which of the following statements are correct about the financial bill (I)?

1. It can be introduced only in the Lok sabha.

2. Unlike money bill here the prior recommendation of the president is

not required.

3. The president can summon a joint sitting in case of a disagreement

between both the houses over such bill

4. Like money bill Rajya sabha cannot reject it.

Choose the correct option using the codes given below.

A.

1 and 2 only

B.

1 and 3 only

C.

2 and 3 only

D.

2,3 and 4 only

Explanation:

Q.74) With reference to Arunachal macaque (Macaca munzala), which of the

following statements is/are correct?

1. It is a macaque native to Assam in north-eastern India.

2. One of its distinct features is that it has a very long tail.

Select the answer using the codes given below

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A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

Q.75) Who among the following can be appointed as a judge of the Supreme

Court?

1. A person who has been a judge of a High Court for five years.

2. A person who is considered to be a distinguished jurist in the

opinion of the president.

Select the answer using the codes given below

A.

1 only

B.

2 only

C.

Both 1 and 2

D.

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation: