Exam Details
| Subject | general studies | |
| Paper | paper 2 | |
| Exam / Course | mains | |
| Department | ||
| Organization | maharashtra public service commission | |
| Position | ||
| Exam Date | 2012 | |
| City, State | maharashtra, |
Question Paper
1 Reasonable restrictions on the freedom of citizens recognised under Article of the Constitution can be imposed in the interest of
a. Sovereignty of the country
b. Integrity of the country
c. Security of the State
d. Interest of general public
Choose the correct option
a and c
b and d
a and b
Only d
2 Which of the following subjects are included in the Concurrent List under the Constitution
a. Education
b. Professional Tax
c. Weights and Measures standards
d. Electricity
e. Forest
Choose the correct option
e
All
None
3 Assertion Planning Commission is neither a constitutional body nor a statutory body.
Reason It is established by executive resolution of the Union Cabinet.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
A is true, R is false.
A is false, R is true.
4 Assertion In Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala, the Supreme Court declared basic structure of the Constitution unamendable.
Reason The Supreme Court arrived at a balance between Parliamentary Sovereignty and Judicial Review.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
A is true, R is false.
A is false, R is true.
5 Assertion The Directive Principles are not enforceable.
Reason They are fundamental in the governance of the country.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
A is true, R is false.
A is false, R is true.
6 Assertion The Supreme Court and High Courts can issue writs such as Habeas Corpus.
Reason Both the Supreme Court and High Courts have writ jurisdiction and it is the same.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
A is true, R is false.
A is false, R is true.
7 Assertion A money bill is first introduced in the Lok Sabha.
Reason The Speaker of Lok Sabha has the final authority to decide whether a bill is a Money Bill or not.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
A is true, R is false.
A is false, R is true.
8 When an ordinary bill passed by the State Legislature is presented to the Governor, he has the following options
a. He may accord his assent to the bill.
b. He may reject the bill.
c. He may reserve the bill for the assent of the President.
d. He may return the bill to the State Legislature for reconsideration.
e. He may send the bill to the Chief Justice of the High Court for his advice.
Choose the correct option
a,b and c
and d
c,d and e
b,c and d
9 According to the present provision under Article 82 of the Constitution, readjustment of allocation of seats in the Lok Sabha to the States can only be done after the year
2016
2021
2026
2031
10 The Union Government's power of giving directions to the States includes
a. Construction and maintenance of means of communication which are of military importance.
b. Recognition of language spoken by a section of population of a State.
c. Protection of Railways within the State.
d. Implementation of Directive Principles.
e. Implementation of laws made on subjects in the State List.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
11 Which of the following are not the sources of revenue of the States?
a. Land revenue
b. Property tax
c. Income tax
d. Entertainment tax
e. Wealth tax
and e
b and c
a and b
and e
12 Judicial Review in India includes:
a. Declaring a law as constitutional.
b. Declaring a law as unconstitutional.
c. Appointment of a review commission.
d. Interpreting constitutional provisions.
e. Review ofjudgments.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
and e
a,b and d
c,d and e
a,d and e
13 Which of the following States do not have a Legislative Council
a. West Bengal
b. Gujarat
c. Bihar
d. Madhya Pradesh
e. Karnataka
a,b and d
b,c and d
a,c and e
b,d and e
14 Which Constitutional Amendment explicitly specified that it is obligatory on the part of the President to act on the advice of the Council of Ministers
42nd Amendment
44th Amendment
24th Amendment
52nd Amendment
15 High Court's administrative control over subordinate judiciary includes control over
a. Postings
b. Pensions
c. Transfers
d. Salary
e. Compulsory retirement
Choose the correct option
a,b and c
a,c and e
b,c and d
c,d and e
16 The Preamble of the Indian Constitution is the
a. Heart of the Constitution
b. Soul of the Constitution
c. Head of the Constitution
d. None of these
Choose the correct option
a and c
b and c
Only b
Only d
17 Who said that the Directive Principles of the State Policy are just like "a blank cheque on bank payable at the convenience of the bank"?
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Prof. KT. Shah
N.G. Ranga
B.N. Rao
18 Which of the following statements, though, reflect the spirit of the Fundamental Duties enshrined in the Indian Constitution, nevertheless, carry few additional words which are not specifically mentioned in. the relevant clauses?
a. To respect National Flag, National Anthem, and the Laws of the land.
b. To renounce practices derogatory to the dignity of women and children.
c. To safeguard public and private property.
d. To provide for the opportunities for education to children up to 8th Std.
Choose the correct option
c
b
d
All the above
19 The Chief Justice of India who performed as the acting President for some time was
M.C. Chagla
M. Hidayatullah
y. Chandrachud
None of these
20 Who was the President of the States Reorganisation Commission appointed by the Government of India?
Hridaynath Kunzru
K.M. Panikkar
Fazal Ali
K.M. Munshi
21 Who was never ever the Governor of Reserve Bank of India
C. Rangarajan
Manmohan Singh
Dr. D. Subbarao
Narendra Jadhav
22 When was the Preamble of the Constitution of India amended for the first time?
1952
1966
1976
1986
23 Arrange the following States in the chronological order in which they were created
Jharkhand, Uttarakhand, Chattisgarh
Uttarakhand, Jharkhand, Chattisgarh
Chattisgarh, Jharkhand, Uttarakhand
Chattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Jharkhand
24 The Constitution of India assures economic justice to the citizens through
Preamble
Fundamental Rights
Fundamental Duties
Directive Principles of State Policy
25 Which among the following features of the Constitution of India is indicative of the fact that the real executive powers are vested in the Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister
Representative Democracy
Presidential Democracy
Parliamentary Democracy
Direct Democracy
26 Which of the following freedoms is not specifically mentioned in Article of the Indian Constitution
Freedom of speech and expression
Freedom of the Press
Freedom to move freely throughout the territory of India
Freedom to assemble peacefully and without arms
27 Which of the following is not a Parliamentary Committee?
Estimates Committee
Public Accounts Committee
Business Advisory Committee
Grants Committee
28 What does the Public Interest Litigation aim at
a. To establish social justice
b. To support common people
c. To fulfil the personal interests
d. To establish social equality
Choose the correct option
a,d
Only b
Only c
b,c
29 Which of the following statements is not correct in respect of inter state river water disputes?
Parliament, by law, can provide for adjudication of any dispute or complaint with respect to use, distribution or control of any water in any inter state river or river valley.
Parliament, by law, cannot restrict the jurisdiction of Supreme Court as regards inter state river or river valley water disputes.
Parliament, by law, can prohibit High Court and other Lower Courts from exercising jurisdiction on such inter state water disputes.
In Maharashtra, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, Krishna river water distribution award has been pronounced under the provisions of Article 262 of the Constitution of India.
30 Who was the first Chief Justice of Bombay High Court after independence of India?
Sir Mathew Richard Sausse
Mr. Mahommedali Currim Chagla
Mr. Hashmatrai Khubchand Chainani
Mr. Sohrab Peshotan Kotval
31 Choose the correct option after collating the features of the Indian Constitution and their sources mentioned against them.
a. Cabinet System -France
b. Fundamental Rights -USSR
c. Residuary Powers -Australia
d. Directive Principles of State Policy -Germany
a and b are correct, c and d are incorrect
d are correct, b is incorrect
all are incorrect
c and d are correct, a and b are incorrect
32 Consider the following statements regarding Article 16 of the Constitution of India and choose the correct option
a. Clause 4-A was inserted by the 77th Amendment.
b. Clause 4-A is about reservation in matters of promotion.
c. Clause 4-A is· about reservation in promotion in favour of Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes.
a and b are correct, c is incorrect
a and c are correct, b is incorrect
all are correct
a is correct, b and c are incorrect
33 Fundamental Duties were inserted m the Constitution in accordance with the recommendations of
Vallabhbhai Patel Committee
Kripalani Committee
Sarkaria Commission
Swaran Singh Committee
34 Which statements are not true with regard to merger of a political party of a Member of Parliament with another political party?
a. The MP becomes member of the other political party.
b. The MP is disqualified if he does not accept the merger.
c. The legislature party is derecognised by the Election Commission on the ground of defection.
d. Merger takes place only if two-thirds of the members of the legislature party concerned have agreed to such merger.
a and b
Only c
a and d
b and c
35 Which among the following is/are not statutory body/bodies
a. National Development Council
b. University Grants Commission
c. Planning Commission
d. Central Vigilance Commission
Only a
a and b
a and c
b and d
36 What are the effects of including higher education in service sector as per the GATS Agreement?
a. No entry to foreign universities in the field of National Higher Education.
b. Scope to start service sector occupation, business, institution for the members in each others' countries.
c. The Foreign UniversitylEducational Institutions will have an authority to start branches in India.
d. There will not be much control of Indian Government on these institutions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
a,b and c
b,c and d
37 In the globalised scenario, what should Indian Universities do in the field of higher education to survive in the competition
a. Empowerment of universities and colleges.
b. To upgrade/scale up educational standards by the universities and colleges.
c. To confer autonomy upon the universities and colleges.
d. Privatization of universities and colleges.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
38 Education is an important component of the service sector. What is its role in this sector?
a. To bring about positive and development oriented changes in capital, labour and co-ordination.
b. To make available skilled human resources for supplying other productive services in service sector.
c. To create awareness among the people regarding non-conventional power resources.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
None of the above
39 What measures have been taken by the Government so as to control the rising expenditure on higher education
a. Acceptance and propagation of distance education system.
b. Encouragement to private efforts in higher education.
c. A policy to reduce State expenditure on higher education.
d. Encouragement to formal education.
Choose the correct option
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
40 What remedies need to be undertaken to improve upon the quality and level of training ofthe teacher to face the challenges before the nation in the field ofeducation?
a. To attract talented youth from the society to education service sector.
b. To develop the methodology to improve the standard of training.
c. To create facilities for teachers' training.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
None of the above
41 Since there is a valuable share of service sector in the development process of the nation, what measures may be implemented for the healthy development and extension of the service sector
a. To give priority to investment in social infrastructure sector.
b. To improve the financial sector.
c. To formulate and implement the national service sector policy.
d. No flexibility in labour laws.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
42 With what purpose was the Bahujan Samaj Party established
a. To create the rule of Bahujan.
b. To eradicate Manuwadi and Brahmanwadi caste system.
c. Protection of Indian cultural heritage.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
None of the above
43 What was the purpose of the 52nd Amendment to the Indian Constitution
a. To control defection
b. To decide age limit of the voters
c. To make changes in the election process
d. To make the Election Commission multi-membered
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
44 What success has been achieved by the Shetkari Sanghatna as a pressure group of Maharashtra in influencing government policy process?
a. Implementation of crop insurance scheme on experimental basis.
b. Agricultural Rights of 10 lac women were recognised under the Laxmimukti program.
c. Got reasonable price for the farm produce.
d. Attention provided to minor irrigation projects.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
45 What tools are adopted by the pressure groups to influence upon the government policy process
a. To establish contacts with the administrative officers at government level.
b. To create favourable public opinion by using media.
c. To use morcha, demonstration, strikes, etc. for articulation of interests.
d. Coordination of interests.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
46 What are the reasons for the failure of the Kamgar movement of Maharashtra
a. Poverty of the labour
b. Competition among the labour organisations
c. Adverse policy of the industrialists
d. Control of government on the movement
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
47 What limitations have been put on the Right to Speech and Expression under Article of the Fundamental Rights of the Indian Constitution?
a. Defamatory and slanderous statements.
b. Contempt of court.
c. Endanger the security of the State.
d. To be impolite and to violate morality.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
48 What is the role of Press in media as a factor to influence policy determination process in the democratic government?
a. Public education and people awareness.
b. To create public opinion.
c. To act as a mediator between government and public.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
None of the above
49 What role should be performed by the Press and what 'standards should they follow in the secular democratic set-up in the existing precarious condition full of communal riots, language conflicts and religious disharmony?
a. Press should not put self-greed above the public interest.
b. Published news should be real and based on facts and exaggerated, irrelevant information should be avoided.
c. Press should not be totally free and Government should have control thereon.
d. The Press should see that the criticism is justified.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
50 What is the order dated 28 June 2002 issued by the Election Commission related with?
a. It is obligatory on the part of the contestant to submit affidavit (regarding educational qualifications, status of income, criminal background, etc.) to the returning officer.
b. Candidate has to submit caste validity certificate.
c. Use of electronic voting machine in the election.
d. Voter identity card.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
51 What is the 61st Constitutional Amendment about?
a. To allow anyone above 18 years of age to vote.
b. About the qualifications of a candidate.
c. To decide number of election commissioners.
d. To restrict criminals from entering the election process.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
52 Multi-member Election Commission has been created with the object of
a. In case of difference of opinion the matter be decided by majority.
b. To conduct free and fair elections.
c. So as to have control on the Election Commission.
d. To check malpractices in the elections.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
53 What factor decides the behaviour of a voter according to S.N. Ball
a. Personal influence of the candidate
b. Religion
c. Party loyalty
d. Economic conditions
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
54 Use of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) has been started by the Election Commission of India with the following purpose
a. To avoid the tendency of bogus voting.
b. To conduct elections expeditiously.
c. The simplify the election process.
d. To have the control of Government in election process.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
55 Which of the programmes has been introduced by the Maharashtra Government for promoting girls' education?
Ahilyabai Holkar Yojana
Savitribai Phule Dattak-Palak Yojana
Devdasi Punarvasan Yojana
Jijamata Mahila Adhar Yojana
56 Which Directive Principle has been transformed into a Fundamental Right?
Right to work
Right to information
Right to healthy environment
Right to education
57 Which of the-following States are currently under strong influence of the Naxalites?
Assam, West Bengal and Madhya Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh
Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Gujarat
Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Gujarat
58 Which of the following Lok Sabha elections show the decline of the Congress dominance?
1989, 1991 and 2004
1977, 1980 and 1984
1967, 1977 and 2004
1967, 1977 and 1989
59 The Government of India Act of 1935 provided for
Adult Franchise
Dominion Status
Relative Autonomy
Provincial Autonomy
60 Who stated "Officers should learn to say YES and non-officials should learn to say NO" to describe a need of coordination between the administrative officers and elected representative?
Vasant Dada Patil
Yashwantrao Chavan
Sharad Pawar
Vasantrao Naik
61 What is the maXImum strength of the Ministers, State Ministers and Deputy Ministers, the State of Maharashtra may have presently, in accordance with the provisions specified under the Constitution of India?
45
40
43
44
62 Which portfolios did Shri Yashwantrao Chavan, the first Chief Minister of Maharashtra handle as a Cabinet Minister at the Centre?
Finance, Agriculture, Defence
Home, Rural Development, Planning
External Affairs, Home, Finance
Defence, Industry, Law and Judiciary
63 Which of the following statements is not correct as regards to the election from the teacher constituency to the Legislative Council?
Primary teachers do not have the right to vote in the election.
Eligible teachers to be enrolled as voters should have atleast 3 years teaching experience.
The name of the contesting candidate must be in the voter list.
Non teacher can contest this election.
64 During which regime was the slogan 'One Industry, One Union' coined?
Congress Government
Janata Dal Government
Nationalist Congress Government
Janata Party Government
65 Which Committee laid stress on vocationalization of education
Kothari Committee
Bongirwar Committee
Chattopadhyaya Committee
Balwantrai Mehta Committee
66 What activities need to be undertaken by the teaching class to update Higher Education and also to achieve professional development
Reading
Thinking and contemplation
Seminars, conferences, symposia
Research work
67 During whose tenure as the Chief Election Commissioner did the Election Commission of India and the Supreme Court endeavour to strengthen the legal framework in the interest of democracy
Manohar Singh Gill
T.N. Seshan
J.M. Lyngdoh
G.Y. Krishnamurthy
68 Which of the following statutes provided for the independent Election Commission under the British period/regime
1892 -Indian Councils Act
1919 -Montague-Chelmsford Improvement Act
1909 -Morley-Minto Improvement Act
1935 -Indian Administration Act
69 What constitutional prOVISIOns out of the following are. provided in the Indian Constitution for the development of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes?
a. Reservation of seats in the House of People and Legislative Assemblies.
b. Reservation in the Government services.
c. Constitution of a Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Commission by the President of India.
d. A scheme for construction of houses for them.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
70 The autonomy in higher education is related with the following issues:
a. To give complete freedom to private educational institutions.
b. Freedom to decide educational qualifications, duties and responsibilities of lecturers.
c. Freedom of deciding rules and criteria for entrance examinations.
d. Government to only regulate and monitor the higher education.
Which of the statements given is/are correct
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
71 Who conducts the elections of the urban and rural local bodies in Maharashtra
Election Commission of India
State Government
State Election Commission
Local Election Commission
72 Who has the authority to constitute an area into a Municipal Corporation, Municipal Council and Nagar Panchayat
Central Government
State Government
Divisional Commissioner
District Collector
73 What are the objectives of Swarnjayanti Gram Swarojgar Yojana
a. To provide stable and permanent income to the rural poor.
b. To uplift the families living below the poverty line.
c. To establish small-scale industries as per the capabilities of the poor.
d. To impart training for self-employment.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a and b only
b and c
a,b and d
and d
74 The correct statements about Cantonment Board are
a. Cantonment Board system of municipal/urban administration is a British legacy.
b. They are set up under a resolution passed by the Ministry of Defence.
c. The Ministry of Defence exercises direct administrative control over them.
d. It consists of elected members only.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
a and b only
a and c only
b and c only
b and c
75 Which of the following statements is incorrect?
Zilla Parishad meets 4 times a year.
Gram Sabha also meets 4 times a year.
Gram Panchayat meets every month.
None of the above options is correct.
76 Who stated "The Governor is the watchdog of the constitutional propriety and the link which binds the State to the Centre thus securing the unity of India"
B.G. Kher
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar
M.V. Payli
K.M. Munshi
77 What is the tenure of the Sheriff of Mumbai
1 year
2 years
2 years and 6 months
5 years
78 Under which Act was the Mumbai Legislative Council constituted?
1909 Act
1919 Act
1924 Act
1935 Act
79 Under which Constitutional Amendment was Panchayati Raj given constitutional status?
42nd Amendment
47th Amendment
13rd Amendment
74th Amendment
80 The Mayor-in-Council form of urban local government was introduced in
Maharashtra
West Bengal
Karnataka
Tamil Nadu
81 Which was the first Municipal Corporation in India?
Mumbai
Calcutta
Madras
Delhi
82 Which of the following regions conditionally merged with the State of Maharashtra
Marathwada
Konkan
Vidarbha
West Maharashtra
83 Who was the Chief Minister of Maharashtra just after Yashwantrao Chavan
Moraiji Desai
Vasantrao Naik
Marotrao Kannamwar
Shankarrao Chavan
84 Who was the Chairman of Maharashtra Legislative Assembly in the year 1960 after the constitution of the State
Shri G. Mavalankar
Shri T.S. Bharade
Shri S.L. Silam
Shri S.K. Wankhede
85 Which of the following years is the Golden Jubilee year of the Legislature of Maharashtra
1980
1985
1988
1990
86 Which of the following regions initiated the process of Linguistic Re-organisation in India?
Marathwada
Maharashtra
Andhra Pradesh
Karnataka
87 In which year was the Golden Jubilee of the establishment of Maharashtra celebrated
2000
2005
2010
2011
88 Which of the following institutions is not a creation under 73rd or 74th Constitutional amendment?
State Election Commission
State Finance Commission
State Planning Board
District Planning Committee
89 Which of the following statements is not correct?
The Indian Constitution provided for village panchayat constitution even before the 73rd Constitutional amendment.
There exist two separate statutes for the Gram Panchayats and Zilla ParishadslPanchayat Samitis in Maharashtra.
There are a few special provisions for village panchayat in schedule areas under Indian Constitution and the relevant panchayat statutes in Maharashtra.
There is a provision in the of India to reserve maximum of 50% seats for women in. Local Self Governing Institutions.
90 Which of the following institutions/authority is not included in the concept of "State" under Article 12 of Indian Constitution
Legislative Assembly
Legislative Council
High Court
Zilla Parishad
91 Which is the latest Municipal Corporation notified in the State?
Vasai -Virar
Chandrapur
Latur
Dhule
92 Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding Legislative Council of the State?
Parliament, by law, can constitute a Legislative Council.
For this, State Legislative Assembly has to first pass a resolution by a simple majority of its total strength.
State LegislatIve Assembly has to pass the resolution by 2/3 majority of the members seated and voting at the time.
Constitution of Legislative Council is deemed to be a constitutional amendment under Article 169(3) of the Indian Constitution.
93 Whose recommendation/resolution is necessary for submitting a proposal to the Governor for promulgation of an ordinance?
State Cabinet
Legislative Council
Chairperson of Legislative Assembly
Chief Minister
94 Which of the following statements is not correct regarding charged' expenditure in the State Budget
The expenditure towards pay and allowances of the State Legislative Chairperson and Judges of the High Court is charged expenditure.
State Legislatur'e can, by law, declare any other expenditure not specifically mentioned in the Constitution of India, as a charged expenditure.
Charged expenditure cannot be put to vote in Legislative Assembly,
Any discussion on charged expenditure is prohibited in the State Assembly.
95 The main recommendations of the Fazal Ali Commission with respect to the States re-organization were
a. Separate state for Vidarbha.
b. Mumbai cannot be included in united Maharashtra.
c. Declare the state of Gujarat, Marathwada and Maharashtra as bilingual states.
d. Mumbai be kept separate.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct
a only
a and b only
a and c only
and d
96 Under which situation can a Governor promulgate an ordinance?
a. When the State Legislature is not in session, in order to meet an emergency requiring immediate action.
b. Even when the State Legislature is in the session, in order to meet emergency requiring immediate action.
c. Whenever he so desires.
d. When the President of India directs him to do so.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b only
c and d only
97 Who acts as a bridge between the Governor and the Council of Ministers
Governor
Chief Minister
Chief Secretary
State Government
98 In which era was district called 'Sarkar'
Mauryan era
Gupta era
Mughal era
Sultanate era
99 As per which Act do the Municipal Councils in Maharashtra State function?
The Maharashtra Municipal Council, Nagar Panchayat and Industrial Township Act 1965
The Bombay City Municipalities Act 1922
The Bombay District Municipalities Act 1901
Maharashtra Municipalities Act 1960
100 State the number of Municipal Corporation members prescribed for a town having a population more than six lakh and less than twelve lakh.
Minimum 55 and maximum 85
Minimum 85 and maximum 115
Minimum 115 and maximum 145
Minimum 145 and maximum 221
101 The UPSC advises the President of India on
a. All the matters relating to the methods of recruitment to civil services.
b. All disciplinary matters relating to the officers serving under the Government of India.
c. Matters of temporary appointments for period exceeding one year and on regularization of appointments.
d. The principles to be followed in appointment to the civil services and posts.
Which of the statements ,given above are correct?
a and b only
b and c only
a,b and c
and d
102 When does the Parliament declare a new All India Service
a. When the House of People declares it essential for the nation by a resolution supported by not less than 2/3 of the members present and voting.
b. When the Council of States declares it essential for the nation by a resolution supported by not less than 2/3 of the members present and voting.
c. A minimum half of the State Legislatures request the Central Government by making a resolution.
d. If the President of India declares it necessary for the national unity and integrity.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
b and c only
b only
b and d
103 Which of the following provisions are not concerned with independent working of UPSC?
a. All the members including its Chairman will be appointed by the President of India for a fixed term.
b. No member after appointment can be removed easily.
c. The members of the Commission are allowed to take further Government employment except for the Chairman of UPSC.
d. The entire expenses of the Commission including salaries of the members are charged to the Consolidated Fund of India.
Select the correct option
a only
a and c only
b and c
b and d
104 In 1959, the National Academy of Administration, Mussoorie, was established with the merging of which institutes?
a. lAS Training School, Delhi
b. Indian Institute of Public Administration, Delhi
c. lAS Staff College, Shimla
d. Secretarial Training School, Delhi
Select the correct option
a and b
b and c
c and d
a and c
105 Which of the following are not the devices of control over the public expenditure?
a. Parliament
b. The Finance Ministry
c. The CAG
d. The Planning Commission
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
d only
a and b only
c and d only
b and d
106 Which duties are performed by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India
a. He audits all receipts into and expenditure from the Consolidated Fund of India.
b. He audits the accounts of institutions financed by the Government.
c. He compiles the accounts of the State.
d. He audits the accounts of Government Companies and Statutory Corporations.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct
a only
d only
a and conly
and d
107 The members of the Estimates Committee are
a. From both the Houses in equal proportion.
b. In proportion to the strength of both the Houses.
c. Only from the Lower House of the Parliament.
d. 15 members from the Lok Sabha and 7 members from the Rajya Sabha.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
b only
a only
b and d only
c only
108 The Appropriation Bill is presented
a. To get the powers for withdrawing money from the Consolidated Fund of India.
b. To get the powers to collect different taxes.
c. To decide upon various taxes.
d. So as to pass an ordinary Bill.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
b only
c and d only
and d
109 What is the Committee on Public Undertakings set up for?
a. To examine the reports and accounts of the enumerated Public Undertakings.
b. To examine the reports, if any, of the CAG on the Public Undertakings.
c. To examine the autonomy and efficiency of the Public Undertakings.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a and b only
c only
b and c
None of the above options is correct
110 Which among the following are included in the All India Services
a. Indian Administrative Service
b. Indian Police Service
c. Indian Foreign Service
d. Indian Forest Service
Select the correct option
a and b only
band c only
a,b and d only
and d
111 What does 'Naronha Model' recommend
Promotion method in civil services
Improvement in lAS training
Reservation in civil services
Enhancing E-administration
112 Who among the following can form Joint Public Service Commission?
Parliament of India
Union Public Service Commission
President of India
Human Resources Ministry
113 Which periodicals are published by 'Yashada'
a. Yashmanthan
b. Ashwattha
c. Yojana
d. Lok Rajya
Choose the correct option
aandbonly
canddonly
band d only
a and d only
114 The major functions of the standing committee in the Indian Parliament are
a. A non-partisan examination of functioning of government.
b. Monitoring and evaluation of performance.
c. Evaluation of the functions of State Government.
d. Examination of supplementary budget estimates
Choose the correct option
b and c only
b and d only
a,c and d only
b,c and d only
115 Central audit by Comptroller and Auditor General of India, involves:
a. Examination of vouchers
b. Examination of accounts
c. Inspection by the resident audit offices
d. Issuing of inspection reports
Select the correct option
a and b only
c and d only
b and c only
b and d only
116 Which was a special responsibility of the Central Finance Department beyond the common functions in the British era?
Raising revenues
The framing and interpretation of the general financial rules
Disbursement of funds
Formulation of the budget
117 In which of the following years did the 'Yashada' come into existence
1963
1983
1990
1995
118 How many members of the Government are appointed on the Public Accounts Committee
One
Two
Three
Nobody
119 The members of the Public Accounts Committee are elected by which voting system
Single-voting system
Single-transferable-voting system
They are not elected, they are appointed
None of the above
120 Chanakya has compared tax administration to
nest created by sparrow
milking of a cow
bee gathering honey from flowers
putting all the eggs into a basket
121 Which legislation is extended to the whole of India and also applies to government servants and citizens of India residing outside India
Indian Official Secrets Act, 1923
Right to Information Act, 2005
The Indian Evidence Act, 1872
The Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993
122 Which of the following statements is untrue?
'Environment Protection Act 1986' is designed to act as umbrella legislation on the environment.
'AirlWater (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Acts' were passed under the provisions of Environment Protection Act 1986.
'Wildlife Protection Act' is a special statute passed to handle specific issues.
'Environment Protection Act' was passed to implement the decisions of the Stockholm Conference.
123 Following are the statements regarding provisions relating to rights of the applicant under Right to Information Act 2005
a. Applicant has right to receive each and every information he asks for.
b. When such information is related to life or liberty of any person then the applicant has right to receive the information within 24 hours from receipt of such application by public authority.
c. If information is not received from the concerned authority within a reasonable time, applicant can file a suit in the court of law and recover compensation for the loss.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct
Only a is true
a and b are true
Only b is true
All the statements are untrue
124 a one sided lover has sent large number of e-mails, "I Love u" continuously to by which e-mail account crashed. What offence has committed under cyber laws and state the punishment therefor?
Select the correct option
A has not committed any offence.
A has committed an offence but as it is out of love, hence no punishment.
A has committed an offence, punishment is imprisonment upto 3 years and/or fine upto 5 lakhs.
A has committed an offence, but as there was no intention to cause trouble, no punishment of imprisonment but only a fine of 1000.
125 Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention ofAtrocities) Act 1989 was passed with certain objects. Which of the following are, or are not the objects of this Act?
a. To prevent the violence against weaker sections of the society, committed by the rest of the society.
b. To rehabilitate the SCs and STs.
c. To provide legal aid to SCs and STs.
Choose the correct option
a is not the object
All the above mentioned are the objects
None of the above are the objects of the said Act
band c are not the objects
126 An offence committed under the SC and ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act is required to be investigated by a Police Officer not below the rank of
Director General of Police
Superintendent of Police
Deputy Superintendent of Police
Director of Prosecution
127 According to the "Prevention of Corruption Act", which of the following entities are not included in the definition of "Public Servant" given under the Act?
The persons mentioned as public servants under S 21 of the Indian Penal Code
Members of a Co-operative Society
University Professors
Election Officer appointed as such during the election period
128 The Chairman of the State Human Rights Commission has to be one who has worked as
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
Judge of the Supreme Court
Chief Justice of the High Court
Judge of the High Court
129 In which part of the Indian Constitution, the doctrine, "Rule of Law" is incorporated?
a. The Preamble
b. Part III -Fundamental Rights
c. Part IV-A -Fundamental Duties
Choose the correct option
a and b only
b and c
b and c only
None of the above
130 Read the following statements
a. A student who was charged with copying at an examination was debarred without giving him a reasonable opportunity of being heard.
b. Reasonable opportunity was given to him but he did not avail of it.
c. Legal assistance was not offered to Mr. X because there was no complicated question of "law" or "fact" involved.
d. One member of the selection committee himself was a candidate.
In which of the cases were the principles of natural justice followed
Select the correct option
In b and c followed, in a and d not followed
Followed in b and not in d
Not followed in any of the above mentioned cases
Were followed in all the cases except a
131 Which of the following statements are true?
a. Complaint under Consumer Protection Act may be oral or written.
b. A buys goods for resale. A is a consumer.
c. Mr. aged 64 years, is appointed as a member of the District Forum, he will retire after one year.
d. Person taking free medical treatment in Government Hospital is not a consumer (under the Act).
Choose the correct option
Only d is true
a and d are true
c and d are true
No statement is true
132 The residuary penalty provided under the Information Technology Act is
25 thousand
50 thousand
1 lakh
5 lakh
133 Administrative Tribunal is the creation of
Department
Administration
Statute
Judiciary
134 On which of the following grounds the evidence derived from unpublished official records of State cannot be given, except with the permission of the head of the department?
Departmental Policy
Public Policy
Officers Policy
None of the above
135 What punishment is prescribed in the Information Technology Act for the offence of Cyber terrorism
Imprisonment for three years
Imprisonment for a term which may extend to seven years
Imprisonment which may extend to imprisonment for life
None of the above
136 Which of the following statements related to human rights are true
a. Social and cultural rights are available only to the citizens of the state.
b. Human rights in the nature of political rights are available both to the citizens and foreigners.
c. Human rights can also be enjoyed by criminals.
d. Right to have pollution free environment is also a human right.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct
Only a and b are true
b and c are true
Only c and d are true
All are true
137 Where can the appeal be filed against the order passed by the National Commission under the Consumer Protection Act
High Court of the State where complainant resides
Supreme Court of India
No provision for appeal as the National Commission's order is final
Central Consumer Protection Council
138 What is "Key Pair"
Key of a "key pair" used to create digital signature
A private key and its mathematically related public key
The key of a "key pair" used to verify a digital signature
None of the above
139 Some statements are given related to the Information Technology Act.
a. This Act applies to the whole of India and also outside India if an offence is committed outside.
b. Punishment of imprisonment is rarely given, mainly fine is imposed on the accused.
c. Police officers have power to arrest without warrant only on the basis of doubt.
d. Only the police officers not below the rank of DYSP or officer appointed by Central Government has power to arrest.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct
Only a and c are true
Only b and d are true
All statements are untrue
All statements are true
140 In which Court mayan appeal be filed against the order of the Court of Special Judge as per the provisions of Prevention of Corruption Act
Supreme Court
High Court
District Court
Sessions Court
141 Under the provisions of the SCs and STs (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, certain preventive measures are provided. Which of these from the following are such preventive measures
a. When there is a reason to believe that in a particular area acts of atrocities may take place then declare such area as atrocity sensitive area.
b. To pass an externment order against the persons who are likely to commit such offences.
c. To forfeit the movable/immovable property of the accused.
d. To impose collective fine upon the village where acts of atrocities are taking place frequently.
Select the correct option
a and b only
All d are preventive measures
c and d only
a,c and d only
142 Choose the correct statement about the SC and ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Rules 1995.
I. Rules provide for constitution of State-level vigilance and monitoring committee.
II. Rules also provide for constitution of District-level vigilance and monitoring committee.
Only I
Only II
Both I and II
Neither I nor II
143 Following are some of the Acts and the provisions under them. Match them
Act Provision
a. Constitution of India I. When married woman commits suicide within 7 years from her marriage then post-mortem is compulsory
b. Criminal Procedure Code II. State has power to make special laws for women
c. Information Technology Act III. Prevent female foeticide
d. PNDT Act IV. Punishment of imprisonment and/or fine for sending vulgar e-mails to a woman
Choose the correct option
a b c d
I IV III
III II I
(3)III IV I II
II III IV
144 Information of an incident that happened more than how many years before need not be given/cannot be sought under the Right to Information Act?
20
15
10
None of the above
145 Choose the correct statementJs among following
I. Environment Protection Act is a general legislation.
II. Environment Protection Act provides deterrent punishment to those who endanger human environment, safety and health.
Only I is correct
Only II is correct
Both I and II are correct
None of the above
146 a. Equal protection of the law
b. Supremacy of the law
c. Equality before law
In which of the following doctrines are the above mentioned ingredients embodied?
Principles of natural justice
Rule of Law
Doctrine of separation of powers
None of the above
147 Which of the following is not an administrative discretion?
Land acquisition
To keep the record of births and deaths
Forfeit the property
House arrest of persons (detention)
148 Choose the correct statementls from amongst the following
I. Administrative Tribunal has some of the trappings of the Court but not all.
II. Administrative Tribunal is not bound by the rules of evidence or procedure under Indian Evidence Act.
Only I
Only II
Both I and II
None of the above
149 What is not included within the meaning of the principles of natural justice?
No decision should be given without taking opinion of the Jury
Judge should be free from bias
Mfected party should be given reasonable opportunity of being heard
He who hears must decide
150 Which of the following statements is/are true?
Right to Information Act 2005 supersedes the Official Secrets Act 1923.
Both the Acts have safety of the nation (India) as one of the objectives.
RTI Act 2005, provides for penalty but not for imprisonment.
All the above statements are true.
a. Sovereignty of the country
b. Integrity of the country
c. Security of the State
d. Interest of general public
Choose the correct option
a and c
b and d
a and b
Only d
2 Which of the following subjects are included in the Concurrent List under the Constitution
a. Education
b. Professional Tax
c. Weights and Measures standards
d. Electricity
e. Forest
Choose the correct option
e
All
None
3 Assertion Planning Commission is neither a constitutional body nor a statutory body.
Reason It is established by executive resolution of the Union Cabinet.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
A is true, R is false.
A is false, R is true.
4 Assertion In Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala, the Supreme Court declared basic structure of the Constitution unamendable.
Reason The Supreme Court arrived at a balance between Parliamentary Sovereignty and Judicial Review.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
A is true, R is false.
A is false, R is true.
5 Assertion The Directive Principles are not enforceable.
Reason They are fundamental in the governance of the country.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
A is true, R is false.
A is false, R is true.
6 Assertion The Supreme Court and High Courts can issue writs such as Habeas Corpus.
Reason Both the Supreme Court and High Courts have writ jurisdiction and it is the same.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
A is true, R is false.
A is false, R is true.
7 Assertion A money bill is first introduced in the Lok Sabha.
Reason The Speaker of Lok Sabha has the final authority to decide whether a bill is a Money Bill or not.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
A is true, R is false.
A is false, R is true.
8 When an ordinary bill passed by the State Legislature is presented to the Governor, he has the following options
a. He may accord his assent to the bill.
b. He may reject the bill.
c. He may reserve the bill for the assent of the President.
d. He may return the bill to the State Legislature for reconsideration.
e. He may send the bill to the Chief Justice of the High Court for his advice.
Choose the correct option
a,b and c
and d
c,d and e
b,c and d
9 According to the present provision under Article 82 of the Constitution, readjustment of allocation of seats in the Lok Sabha to the States can only be done after the year
2016
2021
2026
2031
10 The Union Government's power of giving directions to the States includes
a. Construction and maintenance of means of communication which are of military importance.
b. Recognition of language spoken by a section of population of a State.
c. Protection of Railways within the State.
d. Implementation of Directive Principles.
e. Implementation of laws made on subjects in the State List.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
11 Which of the following are not the sources of revenue of the States?
a. Land revenue
b. Property tax
c. Income tax
d. Entertainment tax
e. Wealth tax
and e
b and c
a and b
and e
12 Judicial Review in India includes:
a. Declaring a law as constitutional.
b. Declaring a law as unconstitutional.
c. Appointment of a review commission.
d. Interpreting constitutional provisions.
e. Review ofjudgments.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
and e
a,b and d
c,d and e
a,d and e
13 Which of the following States do not have a Legislative Council
a. West Bengal
b. Gujarat
c. Bihar
d. Madhya Pradesh
e. Karnataka
a,b and d
b,c and d
a,c and e
b,d and e
14 Which Constitutional Amendment explicitly specified that it is obligatory on the part of the President to act on the advice of the Council of Ministers
42nd Amendment
44th Amendment
24th Amendment
52nd Amendment
15 High Court's administrative control over subordinate judiciary includes control over
a. Postings
b. Pensions
c. Transfers
d. Salary
e. Compulsory retirement
Choose the correct option
a,b and c
a,c and e
b,c and d
c,d and e
16 The Preamble of the Indian Constitution is the
a. Heart of the Constitution
b. Soul of the Constitution
c. Head of the Constitution
d. None of these
Choose the correct option
a and c
b and c
Only b
Only d
17 Who said that the Directive Principles of the State Policy are just like "a blank cheque on bank payable at the convenience of the bank"?
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Prof. KT. Shah
N.G. Ranga
B.N. Rao
18 Which of the following statements, though, reflect the spirit of the Fundamental Duties enshrined in the Indian Constitution, nevertheless, carry few additional words which are not specifically mentioned in. the relevant clauses?
a. To respect National Flag, National Anthem, and the Laws of the land.
b. To renounce practices derogatory to the dignity of women and children.
c. To safeguard public and private property.
d. To provide for the opportunities for education to children up to 8th Std.
Choose the correct option
c
b
d
All the above
19 The Chief Justice of India who performed as the acting President for some time was
M.C. Chagla
M. Hidayatullah
y. Chandrachud
None of these
20 Who was the President of the States Reorganisation Commission appointed by the Government of India?
Hridaynath Kunzru
K.M. Panikkar
Fazal Ali
K.M. Munshi
21 Who was never ever the Governor of Reserve Bank of India
C. Rangarajan
Manmohan Singh
Dr. D. Subbarao
Narendra Jadhav
22 When was the Preamble of the Constitution of India amended for the first time?
1952
1966
1976
1986
23 Arrange the following States in the chronological order in which they were created
Jharkhand, Uttarakhand, Chattisgarh
Uttarakhand, Jharkhand, Chattisgarh
Chattisgarh, Jharkhand, Uttarakhand
Chattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Jharkhand
24 The Constitution of India assures economic justice to the citizens through
Preamble
Fundamental Rights
Fundamental Duties
Directive Principles of State Policy
25 Which among the following features of the Constitution of India is indicative of the fact that the real executive powers are vested in the Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister
Representative Democracy
Presidential Democracy
Parliamentary Democracy
Direct Democracy
26 Which of the following freedoms is not specifically mentioned in Article of the Indian Constitution
Freedom of speech and expression
Freedom of the Press
Freedom to move freely throughout the territory of India
Freedom to assemble peacefully and without arms
27 Which of the following is not a Parliamentary Committee?
Estimates Committee
Public Accounts Committee
Business Advisory Committee
Grants Committee
28 What does the Public Interest Litigation aim at
a. To establish social justice
b. To support common people
c. To fulfil the personal interests
d. To establish social equality
Choose the correct option
a,d
Only b
Only c
b,c
29 Which of the following statements is not correct in respect of inter state river water disputes?
Parliament, by law, can provide for adjudication of any dispute or complaint with respect to use, distribution or control of any water in any inter state river or river valley.
Parliament, by law, cannot restrict the jurisdiction of Supreme Court as regards inter state river or river valley water disputes.
Parliament, by law, can prohibit High Court and other Lower Courts from exercising jurisdiction on such inter state water disputes.
In Maharashtra, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, Krishna river water distribution award has been pronounced under the provisions of Article 262 of the Constitution of India.
30 Who was the first Chief Justice of Bombay High Court after independence of India?
Sir Mathew Richard Sausse
Mr. Mahommedali Currim Chagla
Mr. Hashmatrai Khubchand Chainani
Mr. Sohrab Peshotan Kotval
31 Choose the correct option after collating the features of the Indian Constitution and their sources mentioned against them.
a. Cabinet System -France
b. Fundamental Rights -USSR
c. Residuary Powers -Australia
d. Directive Principles of State Policy -Germany
a and b are correct, c and d are incorrect
d are correct, b is incorrect
all are incorrect
c and d are correct, a and b are incorrect
32 Consider the following statements regarding Article 16 of the Constitution of India and choose the correct option
a. Clause 4-A was inserted by the 77th Amendment.
b. Clause 4-A is about reservation in matters of promotion.
c. Clause 4-A is· about reservation in promotion in favour of Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes.
a and b are correct, c is incorrect
a and c are correct, b is incorrect
all are correct
a is correct, b and c are incorrect
33 Fundamental Duties were inserted m the Constitution in accordance with the recommendations of
Vallabhbhai Patel Committee
Kripalani Committee
Sarkaria Commission
Swaran Singh Committee
34 Which statements are not true with regard to merger of a political party of a Member of Parliament with another political party?
a. The MP becomes member of the other political party.
b. The MP is disqualified if he does not accept the merger.
c. The legislature party is derecognised by the Election Commission on the ground of defection.
d. Merger takes place only if two-thirds of the members of the legislature party concerned have agreed to such merger.
a and b
Only c
a and d
b and c
35 Which among the following is/are not statutory body/bodies
a. National Development Council
b. University Grants Commission
c. Planning Commission
d. Central Vigilance Commission
Only a
a and b
a and c
b and d
36 What are the effects of including higher education in service sector as per the GATS Agreement?
a. No entry to foreign universities in the field of National Higher Education.
b. Scope to start service sector occupation, business, institution for the members in each others' countries.
c. The Foreign UniversitylEducational Institutions will have an authority to start branches in India.
d. There will not be much control of Indian Government on these institutions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
a,b and c
b,c and d
37 In the globalised scenario, what should Indian Universities do in the field of higher education to survive in the competition
a. Empowerment of universities and colleges.
b. To upgrade/scale up educational standards by the universities and colleges.
c. To confer autonomy upon the universities and colleges.
d. Privatization of universities and colleges.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
38 Education is an important component of the service sector. What is its role in this sector?
a. To bring about positive and development oriented changes in capital, labour and co-ordination.
b. To make available skilled human resources for supplying other productive services in service sector.
c. To create awareness among the people regarding non-conventional power resources.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
None of the above
39 What measures have been taken by the Government so as to control the rising expenditure on higher education
a. Acceptance and propagation of distance education system.
b. Encouragement to private efforts in higher education.
c. A policy to reduce State expenditure on higher education.
d. Encouragement to formal education.
Choose the correct option
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
40 What remedies need to be undertaken to improve upon the quality and level of training ofthe teacher to face the challenges before the nation in the field ofeducation?
a. To attract talented youth from the society to education service sector.
b. To develop the methodology to improve the standard of training.
c. To create facilities for teachers' training.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
None of the above
41 Since there is a valuable share of service sector in the development process of the nation, what measures may be implemented for the healthy development and extension of the service sector
a. To give priority to investment in social infrastructure sector.
b. To improve the financial sector.
c. To formulate and implement the national service sector policy.
d. No flexibility in labour laws.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
42 With what purpose was the Bahujan Samaj Party established
a. To create the rule of Bahujan.
b. To eradicate Manuwadi and Brahmanwadi caste system.
c. Protection of Indian cultural heritage.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
None of the above
43 What was the purpose of the 52nd Amendment to the Indian Constitution
a. To control defection
b. To decide age limit of the voters
c. To make changes in the election process
d. To make the Election Commission multi-membered
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
44 What success has been achieved by the Shetkari Sanghatna as a pressure group of Maharashtra in influencing government policy process?
a. Implementation of crop insurance scheme on experimental basis.
b. Agricultural Rights of 10 lac women were recognised under the Laxmimukti program.
c. Got reasonable price for the farm produce.
d. Attention provided to minor irrigation projects.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
45 What tools are adopted by the pressure groups to influence upon the government policy process
a. To establish contacts with the administrative officers at government level.
b. To create favourable public opinion by using media.
c. To use morcha, demonstration, strikes, etc. for articulation of interests.
d. Coordination of interests.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
46 What are the reasons for the failure of the Kamgar movement of Maharashtra
a. Poverty of the labour
b. Competition among the labour organisations
c. Adverse policy of the industrialists
d. Control of government on the movement
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
47 What limitations have been put on the Right to Speech and Expression under Article of the Fundamental Rights of the Indian Constitution?
a. Defamatory and slanderous statements.
b. Contempt of court.
c. Endanger the security of the State.
d. To be impolite and to violate morality.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
48 What is the role of Press in media as a factor to influence policy determination process in the democratic government?
a. Public education and people awareness.
b. To create public opinion.
c. To act as a mediator between government and public.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
None of the above
49 What role should be performed by the Press and what 'standards should they follow in the secular democratic set-up in the existing precarious condition full of communal riots, language conflicts and religious disharmony?
a. Press should not put self-greed above the public interest.
b. Published news should be real and based on facts and exaggerated, irrelevant information should be avoided.
c. Press should not be totally free and Government should have control thereon.
d. The Press should see that the criticism is justified.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
50 What is the order dated 28 June 2002 issued by the Election Commission related with?
a. It is obligatory on the part of the contestant to submit affidavit (regarding educational qualifications, status of income, criminal background, etc.) to the returning officer.
b. Candidate has to submit caste validity certificate.
c. Use of electronic voting machine in the election.
d. Voter identity card.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
51 What is the 61st Constitutional Amendment about?
a. To allow anyone above 18 years of age to vote.
b. About the qualifications of a candidate.
c. To decide number of election commissioners.
d. To restrict criminals from entering the election process.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
52 Multi-member Election Commission has been created with the object of
a. In case of difference of opinion the matter be decided by majority.
b. To conduct free and fair elections.
c. So as to have control on the Election Commission.
d. To check malpractices in the elections.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
53 What factor decides the behaviour of a voter according to S.N. Ball
a. Personal influence of the candidate
b. Religion
c. Party loyalty
d. Economic conditions
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
54 Use of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) has been started by the Election Commission of India with the following purpose
a. To avoid the tendency of bogus voting.
b. To conduct elections expeditiously.
c. The simplify the election process.
d. To have the control of Government in election process.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
55 Which of the programmes has been introduced by the Maharashtra Government for promoting girls' education?
Ahilyabai Holkar Yojana
Savitribai Phule Dattak-Palak Yojana
Devdasi Punarvasan Yojana
Jijamata Mahila Adhar Yojana
56 Which Directive Principle has been transformed into a Fundamental Right?
Right to work
Right to information
Right to healthy environment
Right to education
57 Which of the-following States are currently under strong influence of the Naxalites?
Assam, West Bengal and Madhya Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh
Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Gujarat
Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Gujarat
58 Which of the following Lok Sabha elections show the decline of the Congress dominance?
1989, 1991 and 2004
1977, 1980 and 1984
1967, 1977 and 2004
1967, 1977 and 1989
59 The Government of India Act of 1935 provided for
Adult Franchise
Dominion Status
Relative Autonomy
Provincial Autonomy
60 Who stated "Officers should learn to say YES and non-officials should learn to say NO" to describe a need of coordination between the administrative officers and elected representative?
Vasant Dada Patil
Yashwantrao Chavan
Sharad Pawar
Vasantrao Naik
61 What is the maXImum strength of the Ministers, State Ministers and Deputy Ministers, the State of Maharashtra may have presently, in accordance with the provisions specified under the Constitution of India?
45
40
43
44
62 Which portfolios did Shri Yashwantrao Chavan, the first Chief Minister of Maharashtra handle as a Cabinet Minister at the Centre?
Finance, Agriculture, Defence
Home, Rural Development, Planning
External Affairs, Home, Finance
Defence, Industry, Law and Judiciary
63 Which of the following statements is not correct as regards to the election from the teacher constituency to the Legislative Council?
Primary teachers do not have the right to vote in the election.
Eligible teachers to be enrolled as voters should have atleast 3 years teaching experience.
The name of the contesting candidate must be in the voter list.
Non teacher can contest this election.
64 During which regime was the slogan 'One Industry, One Union' coined?
Congress Government
Janata Dal Government
Nationalist Congress Government
Janata Party Government
65 Which Committee laid stress on vocationalization of education
Kothari Committee
Bongirwar Committee
Chattopadhyaya Committee
Balwantrai Mehta Committee
66 What activities need to be undertaken by the teaching class to update Higher Education and also to achieve professional development
Reading
Thinking and contemplation
Seminars, conferences, symposia
Research work
67 During whose tenure as the Chief Election Commissioner did the Election Commission of India and the Supreme Court endeavour to strengthen the legal framework in the interest of democracy
Manohar Singh Gill
T.N. Seshan
J.M. Lyngdoh
G.Y. Krishnamurthy
68 Which of the following statutes provided for the independent Election Commission under the British period/regime
1892 -Indian Councils Act
1919 -Montague-Chelmsford Improvement Act
1909 -Morley-Minto Improvement Act
1935 -Indian Administration Act
69 What constitutional prOVISIOns out of the following are. provided in the Indian Constitution for the development of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes?
a. Reservation of seats in the House of People and Legislative Assemblies.
b. Reservation in the Government services.
c. Constitution of a Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Commission by the President of India.
d. A scheme for construction of houses for them.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
70 The autonomy in higher education is related with the following issues:
a. To give complete freedom to private educational institutions.
b. Freedom to decide educational qualifications, duties and responsibilities of lecturers.
c. Freedom of deciding rules and criteria for entrance examinations.
d. Government to only regulate and monitor the higher education.
Which of the statements given is/are correct
a only
a and b only
b and c
b and d
71 Who conducts the elections of the urban and rural local bodies in Maharashtra
Election Commission of India
State Government
State Election Commission
Local Election Commission
72 Who has the authority to constitute an area into a Municipal Corporation, Municipal Council and Nagar Panchayat
Central Government
State Government
Divisional Commissioner
District Collector
73 What are the objectives of Swarnjayanti Gram Swarojgar Yojana
a. To provide stable and permanent income to the rural poor.
b. To uplift the families living below the poverty line.
c. To establish small-scale industries as per the capabilities of the poor.
d. To impart training for self-employment.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a and b only
b and c
a,b and d
and d
74 The correct statements about Cantonment Board are
a. Cantonment Board system of municipal/urban administration is a British legacy.
b. They are set up under a resolution passed by the Ministry of Defence.
c. The Ministry of Defence exercises direct administrative control over them.
d. It consists of elected members only.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
a and b only
a and c only
b and c only
b and c
75 Which of the following statements is incorrect?
Zilla Parishad meets 4 times a year.
Gram Sabha also meets 4 times a year.
Gram Panchayat meets every month.
None of the above options is correct.
76 Who stated "The Governor is the watchdog of the constitutional propriety and the link which binds the State to the Centre thus securing the unity of India"
B.G. Kher
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar
M.V. Payli
K.M. Munshi
77 What is the tenure of the Sheriff of Mumbai
1 year
2 years
2 years and 6 months
5 years
78 Under which Act was the Mumbai Legislative Council constituted?
1909 Act
1919 Act
1924 Act
1935 Act
79 Under which Constitutional Amendment was Panchayati Raj given constitutional status?
42nd Amendment
47th Amendment
13rd Amendment
74th Amendment
80 The Mayor-in-Council form of urban local government was introduced in
Maharashtra
West Bengal
Karnataka
Tamil Nadu
81 Which was the first Municipal Corporation in India?
Mumbai
Calcutta
Madras
Delhi
82 Which of the following regions conditionally merged with the State of Maharashtra
Marathwada
Konkan
Vidarbha
West Maharashtra
83 Who was the Chief Minister of Maharashtra just after Yashwantrao Chavan
Moraiji Desai
Vasantrao Naik
Marotrao Kannamwar
Shankarrao Chavan
84 Who was the Chairman of Maharashtra Legislative Assembly in the year 1960 after the constitution of the State
Shri G. Mavalankar
Shri T.S. Bharade
Shri S.L. Silam
Shri S.K. Wankhede
85 Which of the following years is the Golden Jubilee year of the Legislature of Maharashtra
1980
1985
1988
1990
86 Which of the following regions initiated the process of Linguistic Re-organisation in India?
Marathwada
Maharashtra
Andhra Pradesh
Karnataka
87 In which year was the Golden Jubilee of the establishment of Maharashtra celebrated
2000
2005
2010
2011
88 Which of the following institutions is not a creation under 73rd or 74th Constitutional amendment?
State Election Commission
State Finance Commission
State Planning Board
District Planning Committee
89 Which of the following statements is not correct?
The Indian Constitution provided for village panchayat constitution even before the 73rd Constitutional amendment.
There exist two separate statutes for the Gram Panchayats and Zilla ParishadslPanchayat Samitis in Maharashtra.
There are a few special provisions for village panchayat in schedule areas under Indian Constitution and the relevant panchayat statutes in Maharashtra.
There is a provision in the of India to reserve maximum of 50% seats for women in. Local Self Governing Institutions.
90 Which of the following institutions/authority is not included in the concept of "State" under Article 12 of Indian Constitution
Legislative Assembly
Legislative Council
High Court
Zilla Parishad
91 Which is the latest Municipal Corporation notified in the State?
Vasai -Virar
Chandrapur
Latur
Dhule
92 Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding Legislative Council of the State?
Parliament, by law, can constitute a Legislative Council.
For this, State Legislative Assembly has to first pass a resolution by a simple majority of its total strength.
State LegislatIve Assembly has to pass the resolution by 2/3 majority of the members seated and voting at the time.
Constitution of Legislative Council is deemed to be a constitutional amendment under Article 169(3) of the Indian Constitution.
93 Whose recommendation/resolution is necessary for submitting a proposal to the Governor for promulgation of an ordinance?
State Cabinet
Legislative Council
Chairperson of Legislative Assembly
Chief Minister
94 Which of the following statements is not correct regarding charged' expenditure in the State Budget
The expenditure towards pay and allowances of the State Legislative Chairperson and Judges of the High Court is charged expenditure.
State Legislatur'e can, by law, declare any other expenditure not specifically mentioned in the Constitution of India, as a charged expenditure.
Charged expenditure cannot be put to vote in Legislative Assembly,
Any discussion on charged expenditure is prohibited in the State Assembly.
95 The main recommendations of the Fazal Ali Commission with respect to the States re-organization were
a. Separate state for Vidarbha.
b. Mumbai cannot be included in united Maharashtra.
c. Declare the state of Gujarat, Marathwada and Maharashtra as bilingual states.
d. Mumbai be kept separate.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct
a only
a and b only
a and c only
and d
96 Under which situation can a Governor promulgate an ordinance?
a. When the State Legislature is not in session, in order to meet an emergency requiring immediate action.
b. Even when the State Legislature is in the session, in order to meet emergency requiring immediate action.
c. Whenever he so desires.
d. When the President of India directs him to do so.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
a and b only
b only
c and d only
97 Who acts as a bridge between the Governor and the Council of Ministers
Governor
Chief Minister
Chief Secretary
State Government
98 In which era was district called 'Sarkar'
Mauryan era
Gupta era
Mughal era
Sultanate era
99 As per which Act do the Municipal Councils in Maharashtra State function?
The Maharashtra Municipal Council, Nagar Panchayat and Industrial Township Act 1965
The Bombay City Municipalities Act 1922
The Bombay District Municipalities Act 1901
Maharashtra Municipalities Act 1960
100 State the number of Municipal Corporation members prescribed for a town having a population more than six lakh and less than twelve lakh.
Minimum 55 and maximum 85
Minimum 85 and maximum 115
Minimum 115 and maximum 145
Minimum 145 and maximum 221
101 The UPSC advises the President of India on
a. All the matters relating to the methods of recruitment to civil services.
b. All disciplinary matters relating to the officers serving under the Government of India.
c. Matters of temporary appointments for period exceeding one year and on regularization of appointments.
d. The principles to be followed in appointment to the civil services and posts.
Which of the statements ,given above are correct?
a and b only
b and c only
a,b and c
and d
102 When does the Parliament declare a new All India Service
a. When the House of People declares it essential for the nation by a resolution supported by not less than 2/3 of the members present and voting.
b. When the Council of States declares it essential for the nation by a resolution supported by not less than 2/3 of the members present and voting.
c. A minimum half of the State Legislatures request the Central Government by making a resolution.
d. If the President of India declares it necessary for the national unity and integrity.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
b and c only
b only
b and d
103 Which of the following provisions are not concerned with independent working of UPSC?
a. All the members including its Chairman will be appointed by the President of India for a fixed term.
b. No member after appointment can be removed easily.
c. The members of the Commission are allowed to take further Government employment except for the Chairman of UPSC.
d. The entire expenses of the Commission including salaries of the members are charged to the Consolidated Fund of India.
Select the correct option
a only
a and c only
b and c
b and d
104 In 1959, the National Academy of Administration, Mussoorie, was established with the merging of which institutes?
a. lAS Training School, Delhi
b. Indian Institute of Public Administration, Delhi
c. lAS Staff College, Shimla
d. Secretarial Training School, Delhi
Select the correct option
a and b
b and c
c and d
a and c
105 Which of the following are not the devices of control over the public expenditure?
a. Parliament
b. The Finance Ministry
c. The CAG
d. The Planning Commission
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
d only
a and b only
c and d only
b and d
106 Which duties are performed by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India
a. He audits all receipts into and expenditure from the Consolidated Fund of India.
b. He audits the accounts of institutions financed by the Government.
c. He compiles the accounts of the State.
d. He audits the accounts of Government Companies and Statutory Corporations.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct
a only
d only
a and conly
and d
107 The members of the Estimates Committee are
a. From both the Houses in equal proportion.
b. In proportion to the strength of both the Houses.
c. Only from the Lower House of the Parliament.
d. 15 members from the Lok Sabha and 7 members from the Rajya Sabha.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
b only
a only
b and d only
c only
108 The Appropriation Bill is presented
a. To get the powers for withdrawing money from the Consolidated Fund of India.
b. To get the powers to collect different taxes.
c. To decide upon various taxes.
d. So as to pass an ordinary Bill.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a only
b only
c and d only
and d
109 What is the Committee on Public Undertakings set up for?
a. To examine the reports and accounts of the enumerated Public Undertakings.
b. To examine the reports, if any, of the CAG on the Public Undertakings.
c. To examine the autonomy and efficiency of the Public Undertakings.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a and b only
c only
b and c
None of the above options is correct
110 Which among the following are included in the All India Services
a. Indian Administrative Service
b. Indian Police Service
c. Indian Foreign Service
d. Indian Forest Service
Select the correct option
a and b only
band c only
a,b and d only
and d
111 What does 'Naronha Model' recommend
Promotion method in civil services
Improvement in lAS training
Reservation in civil services
Enhancing E-administration
112 Who among the following can form Joint Public Service Commission?
Parliament of India
Union Public Service Commission
President of India
Human Resources Ministry
113 Which periodicals are published by 'Yashada'
a. Yashmanthan
b. Ashwattha
c. Yojana
d. Lok Rajya
Choose the correct option
aandbonly
canddonly
band d only
a and d only
114 The major functions of the standing committee in the Indian Parliament are
a. A non-partisan examination of functioning of government.
b. Monitoring and evaluation of performance.
c. Evaluation of the functions of State Government.
d. Examination of supplementary budget estimates
Choose the correct option
b and c only
b and d only
a,c and d only
b,c and d only
115 Central audit by Comptroller and Auditor General of India, involves:
a. Examination of vouchers
b. Examination of accounts
c. Inspection by the resident audit offices
d. Issuing of inspection reports
Select the correct option
a and b only
c and d only
b and c only
b and d only
116 Which was a special responsibility of the Central Finance Department beyond the common functions in the British era?
Raising revenues
The framing and interpretation of the general financial rules
Disbursement of funds
Formulation of the budget
117 In which of the following years did the 'Yashada' come into existence
1963
1983
1990
1995
118 How many members of the Government are appointed on the Public Accounts Committee
One
Two
Three
Nobody
119 The members of the Public Accounts Committee are elected by which voting system
Single-voting system
Single-transferable-voting system
They are not elected, they are appointed
None of the above
120 Chanakya has compared tax administration to
nest created by sparrow
milking of a cow
bee gathering honey from flowers
putting all the eggs into a basket
121 Which legislation is extended to the whole of India and also applies to government servants and citizens of India residing outside India
Indian Official Secrets Act, 1923
Right to Information Act, 2005
The Indian Evidence Act, 1872
The Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993
122 Which of the following statements is untrue?
'Environment Protection Act 1986' is designed to act as umbrella legislation on the environment.
'AirlWater (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Acts' were passed under the provisions of Environment Protection Act 1986.
'Wildlife Protection Act' is a special statute passed to handle specific issues.
'Environment Protection Act' was passed to implement the decisions of the Stockholm Conference.
123 Following are the statements regarding provisions relating to rights of the applicant under Right to Information Act 2005
a. Applicant has right to receive each and every information he asks for.
b. When such information is related to life or liberty of any person then the applicant has right to receive the information within 24 hours from receipt of such application by public authority.
c. If information is not received from the concerned authority within a reasonable time, applicant can file a suit in the court of law and recover compensation for the loss.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct
Only a is true
a and b are true
Only b is true
All the statements are untrue
124 a one sided lover has sent large number of e-mails, "I Love u" continuously to by which e-mail account crashed. What offence has committed under cyber laws and state the punishment therefor?
Select the correct option
A has not committed any offence.
A has committed an offence but as it is out of love, hence no punishment.
A has committed an offence, punishment is imprisonment upto 3 years and/or fine upto 5 lakhs.
A has committed an offence, but as there was no intention to cause trouble, no punishment of imprisonment but only a fine of 1000.
125 Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention ofAtrocities) Act 1989 was passed with certain objects. Which of the following are, or are not the objects of this Act?
a. To prevent the violence against weaker sections of the society, committed by the rest of the society.
b. To rehabilitate the SCs and STs.
c. To provide legal aid to SCs and STs.
Choose the correct option
a is not the object
All the above mentioned are the objects
None of the above are the objects of the said Act
band c are not the objects
126 An offence committed under the SC and ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act is required to be investigated by a Police Officer not below the rank of
Director General of Police
Superintendent of Police
Deputy Superintendent of Police
Director of Prosecution
127 According to the "Prevention of Corruption Act", which of the following entities are not included in the definition of "Public Servant" given under the Act?
The persons mentioned as public servants under S 21 of the Indian Penal Code
Members of a Co-operative Society
University Professors
Election Officer appointed as such during the election period
128 The Chairman of the State Human Rights Commission has to be one who has worked as
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
Judge of the Supreme Court
Chief Justice of the High Court
Judge of the High Court
129 In which part of the Indian Constitution, the doctrine, "Rule of Law" is incorporated?
a. The Preamble
b. Part III -Fundamental Rights
c. Part IV-A -Fundamental Duties
Choose the correct option
a and b only
b and c
b and c only
None of the above
130 Read the following statements
a. A student who was charged with copying at an examination was debarred without giving him a reasonable opportunity of being heard.
b. Reasonable opportunity was given to him but he did not avail of it.
c. Legal assistance was not offered to Mr. X because there was no complicated question of "law" or "fact" involved.
d. One member of the selection committee himself was a candidate.
In which of the cases were the principles of natural justice followed
Select the correct option
In b and c followed, in a and d not followed
Followed in b and not in d
Not followed in any of the above mentioned cases
Were followed in all the cases except a
131 Which of the following statements are true?
a. Complaint under Consumer Protection Act may be oral or written.
b. A buys goods for resale. A is a consumer.
c. Mr. aged 64 years, is appointed as a member of the District Forum, he will retire after one year.
d. Person taking free medical treatment in Government Hospital is not a consumer (under the Act).
Choose the correct option
Only d is true
a and d are true
c and d are true
No statement is true
132 The residuary penalty provided under the Information Technology Act is
25 thousand
50 thousand
1 lakh
5 lakh
133 Administrative Tribunal is the creation of
Department
Administration
Statute
Judiciary
134 On which of the following grounds the evidence derived from unpublished official records of State cannot be given, except with the permission of the head of the department?
Departmental Policy
Public Policy
Officers Policy
None of the above
135 What punishment is prescribed in the Information Technology Act for the offence of Cyber terrorism
Imprisonment for three years
Imprisonment for a term which may extend to seven years
Imprisonment which may extend to imprisonment for life
None of the above
136 Which of the following statements related to human rights are true
a. Social and cultural rights are available only to the citizens of the state.
b. Human rights in the nature of political rights are available both to the citizens and foreigners.
c. Human rights can also be enjoyed by criminals.
d. Right to have pollution free environment is also a human right.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct
Only a and b are true
b and c are true
Only c and d are true
All are true
137 Where can the appeal be filed against the order passed by the National Commission under the Consumer Protection Act
High Court of the State where complainant resides
Supreme Court of India
No provision for appeal as the National Commission's order is final
Central Consumer Protection Council
138 What is "Key Pair"
Key of a "key pair" used to create digital signature
A private key and its mathematically related public key
The key of a "key pair" used to verify a digital signature
None of the above
139 Some statements are given related to the Information Technology Act.
a. This Act applies to the whole of India and also outside India if an offence is committed outside.
b. Punishment of imprisonment is rarely given, mainly fine is imposed on the accused.
c. Police officers have power to arrest without warrant only on the basis of doubt.
d. Only the police officers not below the rank of DYSP or officer appointed by Central Government has power to arrest.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct
Only a and c are true
Only b and d are true
All statements are untrue
All statements are true
140 In which Court mayan appeal be filed against the order of the Court of Special Judge as per the provisions of Prevention of Corruption Act
Supreme Court
High Court
District Court
Sessions Court
141 Under the provisions of the SCs and STs (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, certain preventive measures are provided. Which of these from the following are such preventive measures
a. When there is a reason to believe that in a particular area acts of atrocities may take place then declare such area as atrocity sensitive area.
b. To pass an externment order against the persons who are likely to commit such offences.
c. To forfeit the movable/immovable property of the accused.
d. To impose collective fine upon the village where acts of atrocities are taking place frequently.
Select the correct option
a and b only
All d are preventive measures
c and d only
a,c and d only
142 Choose the correct statement about the SC and ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Rules 1995.
I. Rules provide for constitution of State-level vigilance and monitoring committee.
II. Rules also provide for constitution of District-level vigilance and monitoring committee.
Only I
Only II
Both I and II
Neither I nor II
143 Following are some of the Acts and the provisions under them. Match them
Act Provision
a. Constitution of India I. When married woman commits suicide within 7 years from her marriage then post-mortem is compulsory
b. Criminal Procedure Code II. State has power to make special laws for women
c. Information Technology Act III. Prevent female foeticide
d. PNDT Act IV. Punishment of imprisonment and/or fine for sending vulgar e-mails to a woman
Choose the correct option
a b c d
I IV III
III II I
(3)III IV I II
II III IV
144 Information of an incident that happened more than how many years before need not be given/cannot be sought under the Right to Information Act?
20
15
10
None of the above
145 Choose the correct statementJs among following
I. Environment Protection Act is a general legislation.
II. Environment Protection Act provides deterrent punishment to those who endanger human environment, safety and health.
Only I is correct
Only II is correct
Both I and II are correct
None of the above
146 a. Equal protection of the law
b. Supremacy of the law
c. Equality before law
In which of the following doctrines are the above mentioned ingredients embodied?
Principles of natural justice
Rule of Law
Doctrine of separation of powers
None of the above
147 Which of the following is not an administrative discretion?
Land acquisition
To keep the record of births and deaths
Forfeit the property
House arrest of persons (detention)
148 Choose the correct statementls from amongst the following
I. Administrative Tribunal has some of the trappings of the Court but not all.
II. Administrative Tribunal is not bound by the rules of evidence or procedure under Indian Evidence Act.
Only I
Only II
Both I and II
None of the above
149 What is not included within the meaning of the principles of natural justice?
No decision should be given without taking opinion of the Jury
Judge should be free from bias
Mfected party should be given reasonable opportunity of being heard
He who hears must decide
150 Which of the following statements is/are true?
Right to Information Act 2005 supersedes the Official Secrets Act 1923.
Both the Acts have safety of the nation (India) as one of the objectives.
RTI Act 2005, provides for penalty but not for imprisonment.
All the above statements are true.