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This exam focuses on the Constitution of India, covering various aspects of the roles and responsibilities of the President, Vice President, Governors, and other constitutional bodies. Key topics include the appointment…
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The Governor of a State is appointed by the President on the advice of the
Prime Minister
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The President gives his resignation to the
Vice President
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For what period does the Vice President of India hold office?
5 years
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Who among the following holds office during the pleasure of the President?
Governor
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Which of the following is not true regarding the payment of the emoluments of the President?
They are charged on the Contingency Fund of India.
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The total number of members nominated by the President to the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha is
14
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Which one of the following does not constitute the electoral college for electing the President of India?
Elected members of the Legislative Council
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The council of Ministers in a Parliamentary type of Government can remain in office till it enjoys the support of the
Majority of the members of the Lower House of Parliament
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Which of the following appointments is not made by the President of India?
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
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Who appoints the Prime Minister of India?
President
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The first woman Governor of a state in free India was
Mrs. Sarojini Naidu
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Minimum age required to contest for Presidentship is
35 years
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The charge of impeachment against the President of India for his removal can be preferred by
Both Houses of Parliament
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The Chief Minister of a Union Territory where such a setup exists, is appointed by the
Lt. Governor
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Who was the first Prime Minister of India?
Jawaharlal Nehru
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In case a President dies while in office, the Vice President can act as President for a maximum period of
6 months
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The Union Council of Ministers consists of
Cabinet Ministers, Minister of State and Deputy Ministers
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Who administers the oath of office to the President of India before he enters upon the office?
Chief Justice
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Who among the following enjoys the rank of a Cabinet Minister of the Indian Union?
Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission
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A person who is not a member of Parliament can be appointed as a Minister by the President for a maximum period of
6 months
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When can a President use his discretion in appointing the Prime Minister?
When no political party enjoys a clear majority in the Lok Sabha.
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If in a country there happens to be the office of monarchy as well as a Parliamentary form of government this monarch will be called
Head of the State
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One feature distinguishing the Rajya Sabha from the Vidhan Parishad is
Power of impeachment
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Chief Ministers of all the states are ex-officio members of the
Inter State Council
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Who, among the following, has the final right to sanction the expenditure of public money in India?
President
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Which of the following is not an essential qualification for appointment as a Governor?
He should be a domicile of the state to which he is being appointed.
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The President nominates 12 members of the Rajya Sabha according to
Their distinction in the field of science, art, literature and social service.
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Which Article of the Constitution empowers the President to appoint a Commission to investigate the condition of backward classes in general and suggest ameliorative measures?
Art 340
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Who can initiate impeachment proceedings against the President of India?
Either House of Parliament
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Who was the member of the Rajya Sabha when first appointed as the Prime Minister of India?
Indira Gandhi
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What is the minimum age for appointment as a Governor?
35 years
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Chief Minister of a State is responsible to
Legislative Assembly
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The administrative and operational control of the Armed Forces is exercised by the
Ministry of Defence
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What is the position of a Minister of State in the Central Government?
He is a Minister of Central Government but not a member of the Cabinet.
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Who among the following is directly responsible to Parliament for all matters concerning the Defence Services of India?
Defence Minister
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How many times the President of India can seek re-election to his post?
Any number of times
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Who among the following has the power to form a new state within the Union of India?
President
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Is the Prime Minister bound to advise the President on matters on which his advice is sought?
Yes
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When the Vice President officiates as President he draws the salary of
President
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Who among the following can attend meetings of the Union Cabinet?
Cabinet Ministers
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Who among the following has the Constitutional authority to make rules and regulations fixing the number of members of the UPSC?
President
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Under whose advice the President of India declares Emergency under Article 352?
Cabinet
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Who acts as the President of India when neither the President nor the Vice President is available?
Chief Justice of India
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A proclamation of emergency issued under Article 36 must be approved by the Parliament within
2 months
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The Union Council of Ministers is appointed by the
President of India on the advice of the Prime Minister
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The President can proclaim emergency on the written advice of the
Prime Minister
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The Union Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to
House of the People
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Article 78 of the Constitution deals with
President's power to send advisory messages to the Parliament.
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The maximum duration for which the Vice President may officiate as the President, is
6 months
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The President's Rule in a State can be continued for a maximum period of
6 months
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The Chairman and members of State Public Service Commission are appointed by the
Governor
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When a State Governor dies or resigns, who normally exercises his functions till a new Governor is appointed?
Chief Justice of the High Court
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When a financial emergency is proclaimed
Salaries and allowances of any class of employees may be reduced
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Who appoints the Chairman of the UPSC?
President
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Which of the following is correct regarding the Governor of a State?
All of the above
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If the President wants to resign from office, he may do so by writing to the
Vice- President
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Is the Prime Minister bound to advise if sought?
Yes
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The five year term of the President is calculated from the
Day he assumes charge
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Who is the ex-officio Chairman of the Council of States?
Vice- President
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Under which Article of the Constitution is the President's rule promulgated on any state in India?
356
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