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- Question 1 of 7
1. Question
1 pointsWith reference to the office of the Governor of a state, consider the following statements:
- He can commute the sentence of a person convicted of any offence against any law of the state.
- He can nominate two members to the state legislature assembly from the Anglo-Indian community.
- He can conclude international treaties and agreements on the behalf of the state government.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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He can grant pardons, reprieves, respites and remissions of punishment or suspend, remit and commute the sentence of any person convicted of any offence against any law relating to a matter to which the executive power of the state extends.
He can nominate one member to the state legislature assembly from the Anglo-Indian Community. He nominates one-sixth of the members of the state legislative council from amongst persons having special knowledge or practical experience in literature, science, art, cooperative movement and social service.
He has no diplomatic, military or emergency powers like the President. The international treaties and agreements are negotiated and concluded on behalf of the President. However, they are subject to the approval of the Parliament.
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He can grant pardons, reprieves, respites and remissions of punishment or suspend, remit and commute the sentence of any person convicted of any offence against any law relating to a matter to which the executive power of the state extends.
He can nominate one member to the state legislature assembly from the Anglo-Indian Community. He nominates one-sixth of the members of the state legislative council from amongst persons having special knowledge or practical experience in literature, science, art, cooperative movement and social service.
He has no diplomatic, military or emergency powers like the President. The international treaties and agreements are negotiated and concluded on behalf of the President. However, they are subject to the approval of the Parliament.
- Question 2 of 7
2. Question
1 pointsWith reference to religious and cultural freedom granted under the Constitution, consider the following statements:
- Any kind of religious instruction is completely prohibited in all the schools administered by the state.
- It is compulsory for an individual from a minority group to attend to religious instructions in schools maintained by same minority group.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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In institutions administered by the State but established under any endowment or trust, religious instruction is permitted. (Article 28)
No person attending any educational institution recognized by that state or receiving aid out of the State funds shall be required to attend any religious instruction or worship in that institution without his consent. (Article 28)
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In institutions administered by the State but established under any endowment or trust, religious instruction is permitted. (Article 28)
No person attending any educational institution recognized by that state or receiving aid out of the State funds shall be required to attend any religious instruction or worship in that institution without his consent. (Article 28)
- Question 3 of 7
3. Question
1 pointsWhich among the following Constitutional Amendment Acts are associated with the Directive Principles of State Policy?
- 42nd Amendment Act of 1976
- 44th Amendment Act of 1978
- 86th Amendment Act of 2002
- 97th Amendment Act of 2011
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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42nd Amendment Act of 1976 added four new Directive Principles
To secure opportunities for healthy development of children (Article39)
To promote equal justice and to provide free legal aid to the poor (Article 39A)
To take steps to secure the participation of workers in the management of industries (Article 43A)
To protect and improve the environment and to safeguard forests and wildlife (Article 48A)
The 44th Amendment Act of 1978 added one more Directive Principle, which requires the State to
minimize inequalities in income, status, facilities and opportunities. (Article 38)
The 86th Amendment Act of 2002 changed the subject matter of Article 45 and made elementary education a fundamental right under Article 21A. The amended article requires the state to provide early childhood care and education for all children until they complete the age of six years.
The 97th Amendment Act of 2011 added a new Directive Principle relating to co-operative societies.
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42nd Amendment Act of 1976 added four new Directive Principles
To secure opportunities for healthy development of children (Article39)
To promote equal justice and to provide free legal aid to the poor (Article 39A)
To take steps to secure the participation of workers in the management of industries (Article 43A)
To protect and improve the environment and to safeguard forests and wildlife (Article 48A)
The 44th Amendment Act of 1978 added one more Directive Principle, which requires the State to
minimize inequalities in income, status, facilities and opportunities. (Article 38)
The 86th Amendment Act of 2002 changed the subject matter of Article 45 and made elementary education a fundamental right under Article 21A. The amended article requires the state to provide early childhood care and education for all children until they complete the age of six years.
The 97th Amendment Act of 2011 added a new Directive Principle relating to co-operative societies.
- Question 4 of 7
4. Question
1 pointsAccording to Census 2011, which of the following states/UTs do/does not have any Scheduled Tribe?
- Punjab
- Delhi
- Haryana
- Puducherry
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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According to Census 2011, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, NCT of Delhi and Puducheery do not have Scheduled Tribe population
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According to Census 2011, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, NCT of Delhi and Puducheery do not have Scheduled Tribe population
- Question 5 of 7
5. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Ordinance making power of the President, consider the following statements:
- It can be retrospective in nature
- It can alter the tax law
- It can amend the Constitution
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Ordinances can be retrospective in nature. It can alter the tax laws but can’t amend the constitution.
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Ordinances can be retrospective in nature. It can alter the tax laws but can’t amend the constitution.
- Question 6 of 7
6. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), consider the following statements:
- It is a statutory body under Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
- The members along with chairman of CBFC are appointed by Central Government.
- Films can be publicly exhibited in India only after they have been certified by the CBFC.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) is a Statutory body under Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, regulating the public exhibition of films under the provisions of the Cinematograph Act 1952. Films can be publicly exhibited in India only after they have been certified by the Central Board of Film Certification.
The Board, consists of non-official members and a Chairman (all of whom are appointed by Central Government) and functions with headquarters at Mumbai. It has nine Regional offices. The members of the panels are nominated by Central Government by drawing people from different walks of life for a period of 2 years. The Certification process is in accordance with The Cinematograph Act, 1952, The Cinematograph (certification) Rules, 1983, and the guidelines issued by the Central government u/s 5 (B).
At present films are certified under 4 categories;
Unrestricted Public Exhibition
Unrestricted Public Exhibition – but with a word of caution that Parental discretion required for children below 12 years
Restricted to adults
Restricted to any special class of persons
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Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) is a Statutory body under Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, regulating the public exhibition of films under the provisions of the Cinematograph Act 1952. Films can be publicly exhibited in India only after they have been certified by the Central Board of Film Certification.
The Board, consists of non-official members and a Chairman (all of whom are appointed by Central Government) and functions with headquarters at Mumbai. It has nine Regional offices. The members of the panels are nominated by Central Government by drawing people from different walks of life for a period of 2 years. The Certification process is in accordance with The Cinematograph Act, 1952, The Cinematograph (certification) Rules, 1983, and the guidelines issued by the Central government u/s 5 (B).
At present films are certified under 4 categories;
Unrestricted Public Exhibition
Unrestricted Public Exhibition – but with a word of caution that Parental discretion required for children below 12 years
Restricted to adults
Restricted to any special class of persons
- Question 7 of 7
7. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following provisions of the constitution of India deals with the upliftment of the weaker section?
- Fundamental Rights
- DPSP
- Eleventh Schedule
- Twelfth Schedule
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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Weaker section of society comprises of sc, st, obc, women, children, disabled and elderly
Following provisions of the constitution deals with the upliftment of the weaker section
Fundamenta Rights: A16 (abolition of untouchability); A15; A24 (prohibition of employment of children in factories)
DPSP: A46 (promotion of educational and economic interest of sc, st and other backward classes)
Eleventh Schedule: entry 27 : welfare of the weaker section
Twelfth Schedule: entry9: safeguarding the interest of the weaker section
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Weaker section of society comprises of sc, st, obc, women, children, disabled and elderly
Following provisions of the constitution deals with the upliftment of the weaker section
Fundamenta Rights: A16 (abolition of untouchability); A15; A24 (prohibition of employment of children in factories)
DPSP: A46 (promotion of educational and economic interest of sc, st and other backward classes)
Eleventh Schedule: entry 27 : welfare of the weaker section
Twelfth Schedule: entry9: safeguarding the interest of the weaker section
