GS TEST SERIES – 04
1. Consider the following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Indian Constitution:
1. Promoting cottage industries in rural areas
2. Securing a uniform civil code throughout the country
3. Avoiding concentration of wealth in a few hands
4. Securing the participation of workers in the management of industries
Which of the directive principles given above are socialistic in nature?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only
(b) 3 and 4 only
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2 and 4 only
2. Article 24 of the Indian Constitution prohibits the employment of children below the age of 14. In this context, which of the following acts explicitly regulate/prohibit the employment of children in India?
1. The Beedi and Cigar Workers Act, 1966
2. The Bonded Labour System (Abolition) Act, 1976
3. Factories Act, 1948
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3
(d) 1 and 3 only
3. Which of the following can be passed using a simple majority in the parliament?
1. Money Bills
2. Declaration of President’s Rule in a state
3. A resolution for the removal of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
4. In the context of the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements regarding fundamental duties:
1. These are incorporated in Part IV of the Constitution by the 42nd Constitution (Amendment) Act, 1976.
2. The eleventh fundamental duty was added by the 86th Constitution (Amendment) Act during the prime ministership of Manmohan Singh.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
5. The Indian Constitution is founded on the bedrock of the balance between Fundamental Rights and Directive principles. To give absolute primacy to one over another is to disturb the harmony of the constitution.
In which of the following cases did the Supreme Court hold this opinion?
(a) Champakam Dorairajan case (1951)
(b) Golaknath case (1967)
(c) Keshavananda Bharti case (1973)
(d) Minerva Mills case (1980)
6. Consider the following statements with respect to the supreme court of India:
1. Article 130 of the Constitution declares Delhi as the seat of the Supreme Court.
2. Parliament is authorized to appoint other place or places as seat of the Supreme Court.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
7. Which of the following has/have the right to equality under Article 14 besides the Indian citizens?
1. Foreigners
2. Statutory corporations
3. Registered Societies
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 only
(b) 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
8. Consider the following statements regarding Kuno National Park :
1. River Girna passes through this park.
2. It is located in Madhya Pradesh.
3. It has been chosen for the Cheetah reintroduction initiative by the government.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
9. It is a form of government in which the ultimate leader is a supreme deity (or group thereof), who rules either directly as a god in human form or indirectly through earthly servants (typically the clergy) who rule in the deity’s stead. The laws are based on religious laws and precepts, and the government serves its deity rather than the citizenry. They may be often oppressive in function, with strict rules and harsh punishments for rule breakers.
Which of the following types of political systems is being described in the passage given above?
(a) Oligarchy
(b) Meritocracy
(c) Theocracy
(d) Aristocracy
10. Consider the following statements:
1. Laws made for alteration of boundaries of states are considered constitutional amendments.
2. 99th Constitutional Amendment is concerned with the settlement of boundaries with Bangladesh.
3. Indian territory can be ceded to another country without amending the constitution.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2, and 3
(d) None
11. With respect to Lok Adalats, consider the following statements:
1. It has been given statutory status under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987.
2. The award by the Lok Adalat is not binding and it is appealable.
3. There is no strict application of procedural laws like the Civil Procedure Code and the Evidence Act while assessing the claim by Lok Adalat.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
12. With reference to Collective Security Treaty Organization, consider the following statements:
1. It provides for a regional agreement of the European Union member states to protect their territorial integrity and sovereignty.
2. The Collective Security Council (CSC) is the highest body of the Organization and consists of heads of the Member States.
3. In the event of an act of aggression against any of the member states, all other members can provide it with military assistance.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
13. With reference to Citizenship (Amendment), Act 2019, consider the following statements:
1. It provides Indian citizenship to the illegal migrants who entered India on or before 31st December 2010.
2. The Act does not apply to tribal areas of North East states mentioned in the sixth schedule of the Constitution.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
14. Which of the following steps can be taken to secure consumer Internet of Things (IoT)?
1. All IoT device default passwords shall be unique per device.
2. Principle of least privilege needs to be avoided.
3. Installation and maintenance of IoT devices should employ minimal steps.
Select the correct answer using code given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
15. In the context of the India State of Forest Report, 2021, consider the following statements:
1. In terms of forest cover as a percentage of total geographical area, Arunachal Pradesh is ranked highest among the states.
2. Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve has the highest forest cover area among all the tiger reserves.
3. Madhya Pradesh has the maximum bamboo-bearing area among the states.
4. West Bengal has the maximum mangrove cover in India.
How many statements given above are correct?
(a) Only one statement is correct
(b) Only two statements are correct
(c) Only three statements are correct
(d) All four statements are correct
16. In the context of the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements:
1. The term “minority” is defined in Article 30 of the Indian Constitution.
2. Under Article 28, religious instruction is permitted in educational institutions established under any endowment or trust and administered by the state.
3. Article 29 grants protection only to linguistic minorities.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 only
(d) 3 only
17. The geological features named ‘South Wagad Fault’, ‘Katrol Hill Fault’, ‘Gedi Fault’ recently appeared in news. They are located in which of the following regions?
(a) Kachchh region
(b) Andaman and Nicobar Islands
(c) Eastern Himalayas
(d) Chotanagpur region
18. Which of the following terms were not a part of the original constitution?
1. Secular
2. Democratic
3. Integrity
4. Fraternity
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 2 and 4 only
(b) 1 and 4 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
19. Consider the following statements regarding citizenship in India:
1. Citizenship is listed in the Union List under the Constitution.
2. The term “citizen” is not defined in the Constitution.
3. The concept of single citizenship is adopted from the Canadian Constitution.
Which of the statement given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 1 and 3 only
20. Consider the following statements concerning the constituent assembly in India:
1. The Constituent Assembly established seven committees to draft the constitution.
2. Congress party officially demanded a constituent assembly in the 1929 Lahore Session.
3. The British accepted in principle the demand of a constituent assembly in the Cabinet Mission Plan.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 2 only
(b) 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) None
21. Consider the following pairs:
Provisions under DPSP : Article
1. Living wage for workers : Article 47
2. Promotion of Cooperative societies : Article 43A
3. Equal justice and free legal aid : Article 39A
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
(a) 1 only
(b) 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
22. Consider the following statements:
1. Sir Creek is a disputed area between India and Pakistan in the Gulf of Khambat marshlands.
2. Kori and Vianbari creeks are located in India.
3. Thalweg principle is used to determine the waterway boundary between two countries.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
23. The 7th Constitutional Amendment Act,1956, and the States Reorganisation Act,1956 were enacted based on the recommendation of which of the following committees?
(a) Dhar Commission
(b) JVP Committee
(c) Fazl Ali Commission
(d) J.C. Shah Commission
24.Consider the following pairs:
Judgment Decision/Ruling
1. Kesavananda Bharati : The Preamble is a part of the constitution.
2.Golaknath : Fundamental Rights can be amended under Article 368.
3. Shankari Prasad : Constitutional Amendment is not a law under Article 13.
Which of the pairs given above is/ are not correctly matched?
(a) 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
25. Consider the following pairs:
Country Important reason for being in news recently
1. Chile : Drafting a new constitution with climate change as a central theme.
2. Burkina Faso : Dissolution of government and suspension of constitution by the military.
3. Indonesia : Shifting of the capital city due to climate change
4. Iraq : Reparation payment to Kuwait for the 1990 invasion
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
(a) 3 and 4 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
26. The objective of the Government of India Act, 1915 was to:
(a) increase the number of non-official members in the Central Legislative Assembly.
(b) lay the foundation of a representative and popular government in India.
(c) consolidate all the preceding acts of Parliament concerning British India.
(d) consolidate all the ordinances passed by the Governor-General of India related to national security.
27. Consider the following pairs:
Constituent Assembly Committee : Chairman
1. Steering Committee :B. Pattabhi Sitaramaya
2. House Committee : Dr. Rajendra Prasad
3. States Committee : Jawaharlal Nehru
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
(a) 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
28. The framers of the Indian Constitution made the Directive Principles of State Policy legally non–enforceable. Which of the following is/are the reasons for it?
1. India did not have sufficient financial resources.
2. The presence of vast diversity and backwardness in the country.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
29. Consider the following statements with reference to National Supercomputing Mission (NSM):
1. It is implemented by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) in collaboration with IBM.
2. Param Pravega is the largest supercomputer that has been installed in an Indian academic institution.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
30. Consider the following statements with respect to the right to education in the Indian Constitution:
1. The 92nd Constitution Amendment made the Right to Education a fundamental right.
2. Article 21A of the Constitution guarantees the right to receive education in the mother tongue.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
31. Consider the following statements regarding Article 15 (Right to Equality) of the Indian Constitution:
1. It prohibits the State from discriminating against any citizen on the basis of place of residence.
2. Under this article, the State has been empowered to make special provisions for women and children.
3. It allows the State to make any special provision regarding minority educational institutions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 2 only
(b) 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1 and 3 only
32. Which one of the following group of languages are included in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution of India?
(a) English, Hindi, Dogri and Sanskrit
(b) Sanskrit, Telugu, Kannada and Hindi
(c) Hindi, Kashmiri, Manipuri and English
(d) Tulu, Tamil, Malayalam and Kannada
33. Consider the following statements with reference to Subordinate Courts in India:
1. They have uniform organizational structure and jurisdiction throughout India.
2. Sessions court has power to impose sentence up to life imprisonment but not capital punishment.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
34. It established a 15-member council of India to assist the Secretary of State of India. The Court of Directors and the Board of Control of the British East India company were scrapped. The act made India a direct British colony.
Which of the following acts is being described by the above passage?
(a) Government of India Act, 1858
(b) Indian Councils Act, 1861
(c) Indian Councils Act, 1892
(d) Indian Councils Act, 1909
35. Consider the following features:
1. Stable government
2. Prevent autocracy
3. Narrow representation
Which of the above features will be a benefit after adopting the presidential system in India?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
36. With reference to Article 16, consider the following statements:
1. It is confined to appointment to an office ‘under the state’.
2. Under this Article, the state cannot grant reservations in the promotion.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
37. Consider the following statements regarding the constituent assembly:
1. Dr. Sachchidanand Sinha was elected as a provisional president of the constituent assembly.
2. V.T Krishnamachari was the only vice president of the constituent assembly.
3. Muslim League was never a part of the constituent assembly.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 1 only
38. In the context of the Indian polity, which of the following statements best describes the term fraternity?
(a) It refers to the formation of collective consciousness leading to unity and integrity of the nation.
(b) It refers to the voluntary sharing of collective burdens by individuals for the welfare of the society.
(c) It refers to an attitude of respect and reverence towards fellow men.
(d) It refers to the assurance of mutual tolerance towards all religion.
39. Which of the following types of Justice is mentioned in the preamble of the Indian Constitution?
1. Social
2. Political
3. Economic
4. Collective
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 3 and 4 only
(b) 2, 3 and 4 only
(c) 1, 2, and 3 only
(d) 1 and 2 only
40. Which of the following matters will be considered under the original jurisdiction of High courts in India?
1. Election of members of Parliament and state legislatures
2. Revenue matter
3. Contempt of court
4. Federal disputes
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1, 3 and 4 only
(b) 1, 2 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
41. Consider the following pairs:
Constitutional Amendment : Subject Matter
1. 26th Amendment : Curtailed the fundamental right to property.
2. 25th Amendment : Abolished the privy purses.
3. 91st Amendment : Limit on size of council of ministers.
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
(a) 3 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
42. Which of the following may be considered as the functions of a constitution?
1. It provides minimal basic rules that allow coordination amongst members of a society.
2. It limits the powers of the government. 3. It expresses the aspirations of its people.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
43. While the Constituent Assembly debated the inclusion of the term ‘socialist’, it was omitted at a later stage from the original text of the preamble. Which of the following statements best describes the reasons for its omission?
(a) It was omitted on account of the strong influence of the American capitalist system on the constituent assembly.
(b) It was against the principles of democracy for the constitution to decide the kind of society people should live in.
(c) It was omitted to encourage the private sector investment for growth and development.
(d) It was seen as minority appeasement as it
44. In the context of human rights, which of the following is the most appropriate description of the term ‘negative rights’?
(a) Rights that require judicial intervention in order to be realized.
(b) Set of rights which a certain group, such as army, is not entitled to exercise.
(c) Rights that require others to abstain from interfering with individual actions.
(d) Rights which put an obligation on others to provide some benefit to the rights holder.
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
(a) 3 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
45. Recently, the central government has initiated the process of comprehensive amendment of criminal laws. In this context, consider the following statements:
1. Criminal law and criminal procedure in India fall under the Concurrent List of the Constitution.
2. Indian Penal Code, 1860 covers lists criminal acts and punishments that a person ought to be charged with.
3. Criminal Procedure Code, 1973 classifies offences into categories such as bailable, non-bailable offences, etc.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
46. In the context of biodiversity conservation, Septemeranthus recently seen in the news is a/an
(a) Reptile
(b) Plant
(c) Amphibian
(d) Fish
47. Which of the following Directive Principles (DPSPs) were not added by the 44th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1978?
1. To minimize inequalities in income, status, facilities, and opportunities
2. To protect and improve the environment and safeguard forests and wildlife
3. To secure opportunities for the healthy development of children
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
48. With reference to the Anti-Microbial Resistance (AMR) Industry Alliance, consider the following statements:
1. Anti-Microbial Resistance (AMR) Industry Alliance was established by the World Health Organisation.
2. Common Antibiotic Manufacturing Framework (CAMF) was developed by AMR Industry Alliance manufacturing members in order to mitigate the environmental risks associated with antibiotic production.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
49. With reference to the Constitution of India, consider the following statements:
1. Article 18 places explicit restrictions on the acceptance of both military and civilian titles.
2. Article 18 has prohibitory provisions for both citizens and non-citizens.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
50. In the context of welfare of De-Notified, Nomadic and Semi Nomadic Tribes, consider the following statements regarding the Scheme for Economic Empowerment of DNTs (SEED):
1. National Health Authority and Ministry of Rural Development are associated with the implementation of the scheme.
2. The scheme envisages a Minimum Support Price type of support for minor forest produce collected by tribes.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
51. With reference to Solar Flares, consider the following statements:
1. These are a sudden explosions of energy caused by reorganizing of magnetic field lines near sunspots.
2. In a solar flare, energy stored in the sun’s magnetic structures is converted into light and heat energy.
3. Geomagnetic storms can be triggered by solar flares.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
52. Which of the following statements are correct with reference to the protection of life and personal liberty provided under Article 21 of the constitution?
1. Article 21 explicitly provides for the protection against arbitrary executive action but not against arbitrary legislative actions.
2. Violations of the right of private individuals are not covered by Article 21.
3. This right cannot be suspended during an emergency.
4. It includes the right to move out of the country and the right to return to India.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 3 and 4 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
53. The Fundamental Duties, incorporated in the Indian Constitution under Article 51A, were inspired from which of the following constitutions?
(a) Irish Constitution
(b) Spanish Constitution
(c) USSR Constitution
(d) Australian Constitution
54. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Fundamental Rights?
1. They are defended and guaranteed by the Supreme Court.
2. The state can impose restrictions on fundamental rights only during National Emergency.
3. They can be curtailed by parliament both through the ordinary acts and constitutional amendment acts.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1 only
55. Consider the following statements regarding the IUCN initiative – Green List of Protected and Conserved Areas:
1. The initiative aims to provide a global benchmark to assess whether protected areas are achieving successful conservation outcomes through effective governance.
2. Selected sites are eligible for monetary assistance under Global Environment Facility.
3. Currently, India has no sites that are in the list.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 2 and 3 only
56. Which of the following qualifications/ conditions is/are common for both supreme court and high court judges?
1. Should be a distinguished jurist in the opinion of the president.
2. No minimum age for appointment.
3. Advocate of a high court or high courts in succession for ten years.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 2 and 3 only
57. Which of the following articles of the Indian Constitution relate to the opportunities for education for children between the age of six and fourteen years?
(a) Articles 51A and 37
(b) Articles 21A and 37
(c) Articles 51A and 21A
(d) Articles 45 and 48
58. In the context of forest conservation, which of the following organizations has proposed a new “Fire Ready Formula” to tackle future wildfires?
(a) United Nations Environment Programme
(b) World Wide Fund for Nature
(c) International Tropical Timber Organization
(d) Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change
59. With reference to Poliomyelitis (polio), consider the following statements:
1. It is a viral disease that largely affects children under 5 years of age.
2. All its three types of strains have been eradicated from Asia and Africa.
3. It may affect the spinal cord causing muscle weakness and paralysis.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
60. With reference to Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV), consider the following statements:
1. Antrix Corporation Limited is responsible for the manufacturing of SSLV through Indian Industry partners.
2. It is capable to launch upto 500 kg satellite into Geostationary orbit.
3. It is four-staged launch vehicle with the first and third stages using solid rocket motors; and the second and fourth stages using liquid rocket engines.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
61. Which of the following countries are members of the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC)?
1. India
2. Sri Lanka
3. Maldives
4. China
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 2 and 3 only
(c) 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
62. Consider the following statements with respect to Special Leave Petition (SLP):
1. Supreme Court may grant special leave to appeal from any judgment passed by any court in Indian territory except on laws of armed forces.
2. It can be filed against any order of the High Court refusing to grant the certificate of fitness for appeal to the Supreme Court at any time.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
63. Consider the following pairs:
Places in news Location
1. Darvaza Gas Crater : Kazakhstan
2. Sanaa : Yemen
3. Chernobyl : Russia
4. Renkoji Temple : Bhutan
How many pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
(a) 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 4 only
(d) 1 and 3 only
64. In the context of religion and religious affairs, which of the following has been mentioned in the Constitution?
1. Carrying of kirpans is to be included in the profession of the Sikh religion.
2. The term ‘Hindus’ would include ‘Sikhs’ and ‘Buddhists’.
3. The State has to make efforts to ban the slaughtering of cows.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3
(d) None
65. Consider the following statements with respect to contempt of court:
1. Contempt of courts has both legislative and constitutional backing.
2. The consent of Chief justice is mandatory when one individual wants to initiate a case of contempt of court against another individual.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
66. With reference to the role of online election campaigning in India, consider the following statements:
1. Candidates contesting elections need to submit authentic social media account details at the time of nomination.
2. Online campaigning does not include reaching out to voters with phone calls, videos.
3. Rules of pre-certification of political advertisements are applicable on social media platforms.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
67. Consider the following statements regarding the Indian federation:
1. The constitution of India empowers the Parliament to alter the territory of states without their consent.
2. Indian federation is an indestructible union of indestructible states.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
68. With reference to the Swaran Singh committee, consider the following statements:
1. The committee was established by the first non-congress government soon after the National Emergency.
2. It proposed to incorporate the ten fundamental duties in the Indian Constitution.
3. It recommended the imposition of penalty or punishment for infringement of duties.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 1 only
69. Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to the Preamble to the Indian constitution?
1. It acted as a guide to the Constituent Assembly in drafting the Constitution of India.
2. It reveals the source from which the Constitution derives its authority.
3. It has been amended only once since its adoption.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
70. Consider the following statements regarding the Government of India Act, 1935:
1. It envisaged the establishment of an All India federation excluding princely states.
2. It provided for dyarchy at the Centre. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
71. Hoysala temples are found in which of the following places?
1. Belur
2. Halebid
3. Samarlakota
4. Somanathapura
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 2 and 4 only
(c) 2 and 4 only
(d) 1 and 3 only
72. Which of the following benefits are enjoyed by an overseas citizen of India (OCI) card holder?
1. Exemption from reporting to police authorities for any length of stay in India.
2. They can hold constitutional posts.
3. Multiple entries and multi-purpose lifelong visa to visit India.
4. No entry fees for visiting the national monuments and historical sites.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2, 3 and 4 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 3 and 4 only
73. Consider the following pairs:
Writ Ground
1. Quo-Warranto : Excess jurisdiction
2. Certiorari : Illegal usurpation of public office
3. Habeas Corpus : Arbitrary detention
4. Mandamus : Non-performance of public duties
How many of the given pairs are correctly matched?
(a) Only one pair
(b) Only two pairs
(c) Only three pairs
(d) All the pairs
74. With reference to Foreigners Tribunals (FT), consider the following statements:
1. These tribunals primarily deal with the grievances of foreigners who face safety and security issues during their legal stay in India.
2. They are set up under the Foreigner’s Act, 1946.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
75. Consider the following statements regarding Article 13 of the Indian Constitution:
1. It creates scope for reviewing both pre constitutional and existing laws.
2. Currently, the amendments made under Article 368 are not laws within the meaning of Article 13 and hence cannot be challenged.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
76. Which of the following article(s) of the Indian Constitution has been called ‘the very soul of the Constitution and the very heart of it’ by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar?
(a) Article 32 only
(b) Article 32 and Article 13
(c) Article 226
(d) Article 13 and Article 14
77. Consider the following statements with respect to writ jurisdiction:
1. Writ jurisdiction of the high court is wider than that of the Supreme Court.
2. In the high courts, writs can be issued only against the violation of fundamental rights.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
78. Consider the following statements regarding the Constitution of India:
1. The Indian Constitution’s calligrapher was Prem Behari Narain Raizada.
2. Vasant Krishan Vaidya calligraphed the Hindi translation of the original constitution
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
79. Which among the following are reasons for adopting the parliamentary system in India?
1. Preference to responsibility over stability
2. Harmony between the legislature and executive
3. Ensuring continuity in policies.
4. The government is primarily run by experts.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 4 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 4 only
80. Consider the following statements regarding direct democracy:
1. It is a form of government where all citizens participate through their representatives.
2. Zila Parishad in India can be considered as an example of direct democracy.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
81. On a particular day, 300 members are present in Lok Sabha at the time of voting. In this scenario, an amendment bill, under Article 368 of the constitution
(a) can be passed with the support of only 150 members.
(b) cannot be passed without support of at least 273 members.
(c) can be passed with a support from minimum 200 members.
(d) cannot be passed with the given strength of members present for voting.
82. Consider the following pairs :
Festival Associated : State
1. Rann Utsav : Odisha
2. Gangasagar Mela : West Bengal
3. Spituk Gustor : Manipur
How many pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
(a) Only one pair
(b) Only two pairs
(c) Only three pairs
(d) None of the pairs
83. With reference to Domestic Systemically Important Banks (D-SIBs), consider the following statements:
1. Banks whose assets exceed 2% of national GDP are considered part of this group.
2. Banks Board Bureau has the authority to decide the names of banks designated as D-SIB.
3. At present only the State Bank of India (SBI) has been designated as a D-SIB.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 2 and 3 only
84. The Directive Principles of State Policy explicitly provides for the separation of powers of which two branches of the government?
1. Executive and judiciary
2. Executive and legislative
3. Legislative and judiciary
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
85. Consider the following statements:
1. Since 1900, India has won less than 50 medals in Summer Olympics.
2. India has not won a single medal in Winter Olympics so far.
3. India has won only two gold medals in the individual category in Summer Olympics.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
86. Recently, a notification was issued to make Orang National Park more than thrice its existing size. In this context, consider the following statements with respect to ‘Orang National Park’:
1. It is located on the southern bank of the Brahmaputra river.
2. Pygmy hog, a critically endangered mammal inhabits the Orang National Park.
3. Orang National Park is identified as an Important Bird Area (IBA) by Birdlife International.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
87. Berlin declaration on Digital Society and Value Based Digital Government, recently seen in news, is related to the affairs of
(a) G20
(b) European Union
(c) G7
(d) Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
88. Consider the following statements regarding the Constituent Assembly of India:
1. Mahatma Gandhi was not a member of the constituent assembly.
2. Separate electorate practice was not followed in its election.
3. It functioned as the first parliament of the country.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) None
89. With reference to the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP), consider the following statements:
1. They aim at establishing political democracy in the country.
2. They are not automatically enforced and require legislation for their implementation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
90. The Constitution of India provides for which of the following ways to acquire citizenship?
1. By birth
2. By descent
3. By registration
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 3 only
(d) None
91. With reference to the review petition and curative petition in India, consider the following statements:
1. Under Article 137 of the Constitution of India, the Supreme Court has the power to review its judgment pronounced by it.
2. There is a time limit of 30 days for filing a curative and review petition.
3. Concept of curative petition evolved in the landmark case of Rupa Ashok Hurra vs. Ashok Hurra and Anr (2002).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 1 and 3 only
92. Consider the following statements regarding the Charter Act of 1833:
1. It made the Governor-General of Bengal the Viceroy of India.
2. It made the East India Company a purely administrative body.
3. It separated the legislative and executive functions of the Governor-General’s council for the first time.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 2 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
93. In the context of the Indian constitution, consider the following statements regarding the term ‘liberty’:
1. The idea of liberty has been borrowed from the American constitution.
2. Liberty incorporated in the preamble is negative in nature.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
94. Consider the following statements regarding the amendment procedure of the constitution of India:
1. A constitutional amendment bill must be introduced only in the Lok Sabha.
2. The original constitution provided for mandatory assent by the president to a constitutional amendment bill.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
95. The term Republic used in the preamble of the constitution of India stands for:
1. Elected president as the head of the State. 2. Government has unlimited power.
3. Political sovereignty is vested in the people.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
96. Which of the following statements is not correct regarding the Constituent Assembly?
(a) Elephant was adopted as the symbol/seal of the Constituent Assembly.
(b) H.V.R. Iyengar was appointed as the constitutional advisor to the Constituent Assembly.
(c) S.N. Mukerjee was the chief draftsman of the constitution in the Constituent Assembly.
(d) The original version of the constitution drafted by the constituent assembly was decorated by artists from Shantiniketan.
97. Consider the following statements with respect to the collegium system:
1. It is mentioned in the Indian Constitution as the method of selection of Judges of the Supreme Court.
2. High Court judges are recommended by a collegium comprising the CJI and two senior-most judges of the Supreme Court.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither1 nor 2
98. Which of the following statements is not correct with respect to the strength of the judges in the supreme court?
(a) Strength of Supreme Court judges can be increased by way of parliamentary legislation.
(b) There have been no fixed criteria for fixing the strength of judges of the Supreme Court.
(c) Amendment of Article 124 of the Indian Constitution is required to increase the strength of the Supreme Court.
(d) The original constitution provided for Chief Justice of India along with a maximum of seven other judges.
99. Arrange the following states in their chronological order of formation, from the earliest to the latest.
1. Uttar Pradesh
2. Andhra Pradesh
3. Haryana
4. Nagaland
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1-2-3-4
(b) 1-2-4-3
(c) 2-1-4-3
(d) 2-1-3-4
100. Consider the following statements with respect to the procedure laid down under the Judges Enquiry Act (1968) for the removal of supreme court judges:
1. Presiding officers of respective houses may admit the motion of removal or refuse to admit it.
2. The President constitutes a three-member committee to investigate the complaint against a judge.
3. Motion for removal is required to be adopted by each House of Parliament by an absolute majority.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 2 and 3 only
ANSWER KEY
1) B
2) D
3) C
4) D
5) D
6) A
7) D
8) C
9) C
10) D
11) A
12) B
13) B
14) C
15) C
16) C
17) A
18) C
19) A
20) D
21) B
22) B
23) C
24) A
25) D
26) C
27) A
28) C
29) B
30) D
31) A
32) B
33) D
34) A
35) C
36) A
37) D
38) C
39) C
40) B
41) A
42) D
43) B
44) C
45) D
46) B
47) B
48) B
49) B
50) A
51) D
52) D
53) C
54) D
55) C
56) D
57) C
58) A
59) C
60) D
61) B
62) C
63) A
64) C
65) A
66) C
67) A
68) C
69) B
70) A
71) B
72) C
73) B
74) B
75) A
76) A
77) A
78) C
79) C
80) D
81) B
82) A
83) A
84) B
85) D
86) C
87) B
88) A
89) B
90) D
91) D
92) C
93) D
94) D
95) B
96) B
97) B
98) C
99) B
100) D