Category: Prelims Daily

Dear students,

When you submit your answer, please do not simply give the answers in ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. If you used some tidkams to reach that answer, share it with the group!

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Q.1) Consider following statements regarding UN climate award for clean energy project.

1. Indian NGO Swayam Paryavaran Prayog got UN climate award for clean energy project.

2. Project includes training women to become clean energy entrepreneurs across Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh.

3. UNFCCC has applauded this project for building a rural distribution network of women entrepreneurs.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?  

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 3 only

c) 2 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3 only

Q.2) Recently, India ratified Paris climate deal at U.N. consider following statements with respect to this deal.

1. Paris Climate Agreement was adopted by 185 nations in 2015.

2. Agreement will only come into force if it is ratified by at least 65 countries that between them produce 55 per cent of global carbon emissions.

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

Q.3) Which of the following two states becomes first Open Defecation Free (ODF) states in urban areas?

1. Madhya Pradesh

2. Gujarat

3. Assam

4. Andhra Pradesh

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 2 and 4 only

d) 1 and 3 only

Q.4) Recently, Centre rethinks for plan to widen Employees’ Provident Fund coverage. Consider following statements with regard to Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO).

1. The EPFO  administers a contributory provident fund, pension scheme and insurance scheme for organised sector

2. EPFO got the National Award on e-Governance 2015-16 for launching the Universal Account Number (UAN)

3. It works under the administrative control of the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?  

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 3 only

c) 2 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3 only

Q.5) Recently, India expressed readiness to enhance cooperation on Arctic science and research. India’s Arctic research station is

a) Maitri

b) Bharati

c) Himadri

d) ArcIndia

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Dear students,

When you submit your answer, please do not simply give the answers in ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. If you used some tidkams to reach that answer, share it with the group!

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Q.1) Consider following statements with regard to ‘Advantage HealthCare India 2016 (AHCI 2016) summit’.
1. It is the first ever International Summit on Medical Value Travel being organized in India for promoting health care services exports from India.
2. It is an initiative of the Ministry of Health and Family welfare.
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

Q.2) Consider following statements with regard to Ujjwal Distribution Assurance Yojana (UDAY).
1. UDAY was launched for operational and financial turnaround of State owned Power Distribution Companies (DISCOMs).
2. Scheme aims to reduce the interest burden, reduce power losses in Distribution sector, and improve operational efficiency of DISCOMs
3. Scheme is implemented by Ministry of New & Renewable Energy
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3 only

Q.3) Recently, China-Pakistan Economic Corridor(CPEC) was in the news.
Consider following statements with regard to CPEC.
1. The CPEC is part of China’s larger regional transnational ‘One Belt One Road’ (OBOR) initiative.
2. It intend to link islamabad in Pakistan to Gwadar deep sea port close to Pakistan’s border with Iran.
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

Q.4) Recently, Some amendments has been proposed to the Citizenship Act, 1955.
Which of the following statements are proposed amendment to act?
1. It seeks to grant citizenship to Muslim minorities from Muslim majority countries
2. It seeks to reduce from 11 years to 6 years the aggregate period of residence required in India to be eligible for Indian citizenship.
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

Q.5) ‘New Delhi declaration on Education’ was recently in the news. Which of the following international organisation has adopted this declaration?

a) G20
b) ASEAN
c) BRICS
d) APEC

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5. What are tikdams? Read this, this and this

Dear students,

When you submit your answer, please do not simply give the answers in ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. If you used some tidkams to reach that answer, share it with the group!

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Q.1) Consider following statements with reference to Indira Gandhi International Airport, which has recently got ‘carbon neutral status’.

1. It has became the first airport in Asia-Pacific to achieve the carbon neutral status

2. Less than 25 airports in the world, most of them Europe, have earned carbon neutral status.

3. Carbon neutrality occurs when the net carbon emissions over an entire year is zero.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?  

1. a) 1 and 2 only
2. b) 3 only
3. c) 2 and 3 only
4. d) 1, 2 and 3 only

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Q.2) Which of the following countries located in the Pacific Ring of Fire?

1. Indonesia

2. Ecuador

3. Japan

4. New Zealand

5. China

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

1. a) 1,2 and 4
2. b) 2 and 5
3. c) 1, 2, 3 and 5
4. d) 1,2,3 and 4 only

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Q.3) Consider following statements with reference to IMF’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF).

1. The IMF can assist a country with the adjustment process under EFF

2. IMF assists when country faces serious medium-term balance of payments problems

3. Assistance under EFF features shorter program engagement

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?  

1. a) 1 and 2 only
2. b) 3 only
3. c) 2 and 3 only
4. d) 1, 2 and 3 only

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4) Recently, India conducted surgical strikes across the Line of Control(LoC) of India-Pakistan.
Consider following statements with regard to LOC.

1. Line of Control refers to military control line between India and Pakistan.
2. Earlier it was known as cease-fire line, renamed as LoC after Simla agreement in 1972.

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

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Q.5) Recently, Bedaquiline drug was in the news. It is most effective treatment for
a) Multi-drug resistant tuberculosis (TB)
b) Cancer
c) Hepatitis-B
d) Zika virus disease

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3. Solutions of today’s Prelims Daily – Click here

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5. What are tikdams? Read this, this and this

[Update] Explanations can be downloaded from here – Click for Solutions’ PDF. Ask doubts, if any on the topics covered in CA questions.

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Q.1) Recently, Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved ‘Project SAKSHAM’. Which of the following correctly describes it?

a) Support system to below poverty line persons

b) New Indirect Tax Network of the Central Board of Excise and Customs

c) New initiative by Urban ministry to support Smart City

d) Fastest network system for Digital India project

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Q.2) Recently, Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore developed detector of melamine in milk. Consider following statement with reference to it.

1. It is an organic base chemical most commonly found in the form of white crystals rich in nitrogen

2. It is widely use in plastics, adhesives, countertops, dishware, whiteboards

3. Addition of melamine into food is approved by the FAO and WHO.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?  

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 only

c) 2 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3 only

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Q.3) World Economic Forum’s (WEF) latest Global Competitiveness Report for 2016-17 comes out with improvement in India’s ranking.

Which of the following are parameters on India lags behind other nations?

1. Tax regulations

2. Technological readiness

3. Public health indicator

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?  

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 only

c) 2 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3 only

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Q.4) Consider following statements with reference to military surgical strike, which was recently carried out by India.

1. Military attack intended to inflict damage on a specific target, with collateral damage to surrounding areas

2. These attacks can be carried out only via air raids, airdropping special ops teams

3. Surgical strikes are part of India’s Cold Start doctrine

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?  

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 3 only

c) 2 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3 only

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Q.5) The world’s first three-parent baby has been born in

a) Mexico

b) Germany

c) Canada

d) India

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Q.1) Recently, India plans to review Most Favoured Nation (MFN) status to Pakistan.

Consider the following statements with reference to MFN status.

1. The MFN status was accorded in 1996 under the WTO’s General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT).

2. India and Pakistan are not signatories to the GATT agreement.

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

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Q.2) An advanced Indian mega space launcher is likely to power ISRO’s launchers by around 2018.

Consider following statements with regard to ISRO’s mega space launcher.

1. It can deliver ten-tonne and heavier communication satellites to space and using a semi-cryogenic engine.

2. Semi-cryogenic engine will use space-grade kerosene as fuel and solid hydrogen as oxidiser

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

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Q.3) Consider following statements with regard to Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV), which was frequently in news.

1. The GSLV is designed mainly to deliver the communication-satellites to the highly elliptical Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO).

2. The satellites in these orbits appear to remain permanently fixed in the same position in the sky.

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

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Q.4) Recently, India decided not to attend the SAARC Summit. Consider the following statements with reference to it.

1. The SAARC Summit cannot be held even if only one country pulls out.

2. The 19th SAARC summit will be held in Islamabad.

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

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Q.5) Recently, More evidence of possible water plumes erupting from the surface of Europa found. Europa is one of the moon of

a) Saturn

b) Jupiter

c) Venus

d) Mars

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Q.1) Recently, Senkaku island was in the news. Where is it located?

a) South China Sea

b) Indian Ocean

c) East China sea

d) Red sea

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Q.2) Which of the following correctly describes about “FAST”, which was in the news.

a) NASA’s first fastest supercomputer

b) World’s largest radio telescope

c) World’s largest solar power project

d) None of the above

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Q.3) Recently, African Elephant Status Report by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) reported declined in numbers. What is status of African elephant given by IUCN Red list?

a) Vulnerable

b) Least concern

c) Endangered

d) Critically endangered

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Q.4) There are rising number of reported deaths due to of Scrub Typhus disease. consider following statements with regard to this disease.

1. It is an acute illness caused by a bacteria.

2. It is transmitted by the bite of an infected mite larva present in the soil having scrub vegetation.

3. Uttar Pradesh is an endemic region as it has a large scrub vegetation.

Which of the pairs given  above are correctly matched?

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 only

c) 2 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3 only

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Q.5) United Nations World Tourism Organization has celebrated World Tourism Day on September 27. What was the theme for 2016 World tourism day?

a) Tourism for All – promoting universal accessibility

b) Celebrating tourism and community development

c) Tourism for Environment – promoting sustainable development

d) Tourism 2016 – for Medical tourism

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Q.1) Recently, Indian Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) was in the news.

Consider the following statements with regard to ROV.

1. It is developed by the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), Chennai, with the help of NASA.

2. It is useful for studying the coral reefs of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, which are facing survival threats due to global warming.

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

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Q.2) Consider the following pairs:

Satellite Application

1. SCATSAT-1 : For Weather studies

2. PISAT          :   To explore remote sensing applications

3. PRATHAM  :  For Commercial high resolution imaging

Which of the pairs given  above are correctly matched?

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 only

c) 2 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3 only

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Q.3) Recently, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched a series of satellites, consider following statements with regard to this launch.

1. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)’s PSLV C-34 rocket launched a total of ten satellites.

2. This was first mission of PSLV in which it had launched its payloads into two different orbits.

3. This PSLV mission was the longest of the PSLV missions conducted till date.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

a) 1 and 2

b) 2 only

c) 2 and 3

d) 1,2 and 3 only

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Q.4) Which of the following are geo-engineering methods –

1. Using mirrors in space to deflect sunlight from earth

2. Using sequestration or carbon capture to remove carbon from the atmosphere

 

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2

d) Neither

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Q.5)

What are the objectives of the Namami  Gange programme –

1. To involve local governance bodies such as Panchayats

2. To involve the people living on the banks of the river

 

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2

d) Neither

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The TS3 went LIVE on 26th September.

TS3 = Current Affairs Test covering news from the month of june and July. Available to attempt for the Flagship, Advanced and CA only students at prelims.civilsdaily.com

This is an open discussion thread for those who attempted the paper. Talk around ingenious tikdams which you deployed to solve some questions or silly mistakes which you learnt from.

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5 Most Tricky Questions as per user attempts

Q.1) India recently joined the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR), consider the following statements w.r.t MTCR:

1. It seeks to limit proliferation of missiles and missile technology

2. It was established in 1987 by the G7 industrialized countries

3. It is a treaty which imposes legally binding obligations on members countries

 

Which of the statements given above is/are Correct?

a) 1 only

b) 1 and 3 only

c) 1 and 2 only

d) 1,2 and 3

Ans. c

Explanation: MTCR is not a treaty and does not impose any legally binding obligations (therefore it is a voluntary and informal understanding) on member countries.

By, eliminating 3 and adding 2 we can reach to an answer.

Source: June 28th

 http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/india-%20enters-elite-%20missile-tech-group/article8781132.ece

Tikdam – Export control regimes are not treaties, statement 3 eliminated and you reach the answer

Learning – Export control regimes <search CD, nice write up is there>

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Q.2) ‘Vidyanjali’, a new scheme launched by Government of India, aims

a) To enable volunteers to reach out to govt. school and devote time & efforts

b) at providing affordable and quality education for free

c) at an integrated education and livelihood Initiative for the Minority Communities

d) Training-cum-placement programme for unemployed youth in Jammu and Kashmir

 

Ans. a

Explanation: Vidyanjali will be implemented under the overall aegis of the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan, envisaged to enhance the community involvement in Government run elementary schools and effectively engage children in reading, creative writing, public speaking, play acting, preparing story books etc.

Source: June 15

http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/an-app-to-aid-volunteer-workers-at-govt-schools/article8733367.ece

Tikdam – VIdya plus Anjali , Anjali means divine offering, donation, You are donating education, Answer is clear

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Q.3) With reference to India’s first National Civil Aviation Policy, consider the following statements.

1. Policy  envisaged towards increasing air connectivity and allowing new domestic airlines to fly abroad quickly

2. India has 9th largest civil aviation market in the world

3. Government of India will enter into ‘Open Sky policy’ on a reciprocal basis with SAARC countries and countries located beyond 5000 km from Delhi

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?  

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 3 only

c) 2 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3

Ans. d

Explanation: All statements are correct.

Source: http://pib.nic.in/newsite/PrintRelease.aspx?relid=146238

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Q.4) Recently, China launched its first “dark sky reserve” in the Ngari, bordering Nepal and India, what is its purpose?

a) For astronomical observation

b) To study dark black holes

c) To study meteorological phenomenon

d) To study solar winds in upper atmosphere of the sun

Ans. a

Explanation:  China has launched its first “dark sky reserve” for astronomical observation in the Tibetan prefecture of Ngari, bordering Nepal and India. Ngari is among the best sites for astronomical observation on earth, due to its high altitude and large number of cloudless days throughout the year.

Source: June 23

http://www.business-standard.com/article/pti-stories/first-dark-sky-reserve-launched-by-china-116062300348_1.html

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Q.5) Which of the following can be used to produce second generation ethanol?

1. Biomass

2. Bamboo

3. Rice straw

4. Wheat straw

5. Cotton straw

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a) 1, 2 only

b) 1,2 and 4 only

c) 2 and 4 only

d) 1, 2, 3 ,4 and 5

Ans. d

Explanation: Ministries  of  renewable  energy  and  science  and  technology has found a  way  to  produce  second generation ethanol from biomass, bamboo, rice straw, wheat straw, and cotton straw etc. to power vehicles.  To promote second generation ethanol govt is planning to take up ethanol blending in petrol to 22.5 percent and in diesel to 15 percent.

Source: http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/draft-policies-on-coal-based-urea-ethanol-in-3-weeks-nitin-gadkari/articleshow/53068730.cms         

Tikdam – All 5 options are similar, all biomass; so all have to be correct or incorrect simultaenously

Learning – Learns generations of biofuels <1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th>     

[Update] Explanations can be downloaded from here – http://bit.ly/2cy2dwJ. Ask doubts, if any on the topics covered in CA questions.

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Q1. Consider following statements regarding MERCOSUR – 

1. Members are only from Latin America

2. It is an anti-western military alliance with members such as Venezuela

Select the correct option – 

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

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Q2. Following Act comes frequently in the news, fill up the blank space – Prevention of Atrocities Against ___

a) Dalits and other depressed classes

b) Minorities

c) SC’s

d) SC’s and ST’s

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Q3. Shipkila Pass lies in which state

a) J&K

b) Himachal Pradesh

c) Arunachal Pradesh

d) Madhya Pradesh

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Q4. What is an offset clause mentioned in the Rafale deal

a) money spent on foreign defense equipment has to be partially invested in the Indian economy

b) Tax given to attract manufacturing companies

c) Secrecy clause stopping France from giving any information on Rafale to other countries

d) None of the above

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Q5.  Swacch Bharat week is being organised by 

a) Prime Ministers Office

b) MoUD

c) Ministry of Rural Development

d) None of the above

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In the blogs, I have analysed Polity section of last 7 years. Questions with solutions and right approach has been posted in the blogs. Here are the 16 questions to evaluate whether you have just read the analysis or have also revised these most imp. topics

Solve these questions with open mind. Most of the questions can be solved if you have read prelims titbits. Apply elimination method. Use all the knowledge at your disposal. Write your thought process in doubtful questions in the comments below.

Best luck

1. The functions of the Committee on Estimates, as incorporated in the Constitution of India, shall be to

1. report what economies, improvements in organization, efficiency or administrative reform may be effected

suggest alternative policies in order to bring about efficiency and economy in 2. administration

3. examine whether the money is well laid out within the limits of the policy implied in the estimates

4. examine the reports, if any, of the Comptroller and Auditor General on the public undertakings

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1, 2 and 3

d. 3 and 4

2. The Committee on Public Accounts under the Constitution of India is meant for

1. The examination of accounts showing the appropriation of sums granted by the House for the expenditure of the Government of India

2. scrutinizing report of the Comptroller and Auditor General

3. suggesting the form in which estimates shall be presented to the Parliament

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. 1 and 2 only

d. 1,2 and 3

3. The subject matter of an adjournment motion in the Parliament

1. must be directly related to the conduct of the Union Government

2. may involve failure of the Government of India to perform its duties in Accordance with the Constitution

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2

d. Neither 1 nor 2

4. The principle of ‘collective responsibility’ under parliamentary democracy implies that

1. a motion of no-confidence can be moved in the Council of Ministers as a whole as well as an individual minister

2. No person shall be nominated to the Cabinet except on the advice of the Prime Minister

3. No person shall be retained as a member of the Cabinet if the Prime Minister says that he shall be dismissed.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a. 1

b. 2 only

c. 3 only

d. 2 and 3

5. Which of the following statements are correct regarding Joint Session of the Houses of the Parliament in India?

1. It is an enabling provision, empowering the President to take steps for resolving deadlock between the two Houses.

2. It is not obligatory upon the President to summon the Houses to meet in a joint sitting.

3. It is being notified by the President.

4. It is frequently resorted to establish the supremacy of the Lok Sabha.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 1, 2 and 3

c. 2 and 3 only

d. 3 and 4

6. The legislative power of the Parliament includes making laws

1. on matters not enumerated in the Concurrent List and State List

2. in respect of entries in the State List if two or more State Legislatures consider it desirable

3. for implementing any treaty, agreement or convention with any country even if it falls in the State List

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a. 2 only

b. 1 and 2 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. 1,2 and 3

7. Which of the following statements in the context of structure of the Parliament is/are correct?

1. The Parliament of India consists of the President, the Council of States and the House of the People.

2. The President of India is directly elected by an electoral college consisting of the elected members of both the Houses of the Parliament only.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2

d. Neither 1 nor 2

8. Certain Bills cannot be introduced or proceeded with unless the recommendation of the President is received. However, no recommenda­tion is required in some other cases. In which one of the following cases such recommendation is not required?

a. For introduction of Bills and for moving amendments relating to financial matters

b. For introduction of a Bill relating to formation of new States or of alteration of areas of existing States

c. For moving of an amendment making provision for the reduction or abolition of any tax

d. For introduction of a Bill or moving of an amendment affecting taxation in which States are interested

9. There are provisions in the constitution of India which empower the Parliament to modify or annul the operation of certain provisions of the Constitution without actually amending them. They include

1. any law under Article 2 (relating to admission or establishment of new States)

2. any law made under Article 3 (relating to formation of new States)

3. amendment of First Schedule and Fourth Schedule

Select the answer.

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3

c. 1,2,3

d. None

10. The Rajya Sabha can withhold its consent to a Money Bill for :

a. 14 days

b. 15 days

c. 30 days

d. 18 days

11. The Comptroller and Auditor-General of India can be removed from office only by :

a. President on the advice of the Union Cabinet.

b. Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.

c. President of India after an address in both Houses of Parliament.

d. President on the advice of Chief Justice of India.

12. The National Human Rights Commission has :

1. a Chairperson who has been a Chief Justice of Supreme Court or a High Court of India

2. one Member who is or has been a Judge of Supreme Court

3. one Member who is, or has been the Chief Justice of a High Court

4. two Members to be appointed from amongst persons having knowledge of or practical experience in matters relating to human rights

Select the correct answer using the code given below :

a. 1, 2, 3 and 4

b. 1, 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 4 only

d. 2, 3 and 4 only

13. The locus standi rule to move the court was liberalized by the case of:

a. S.R. Bommai v. Union of India

b. Minerva Mills v. Union of India

c. S.P. Gupta v. Union of India

d. Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala

Which one of the following statements regarding the Departmental Committee of the Parliament of India on the empowerment of women is correct?

a. The Committee will consist of members of the Lok Sabha only

b. A Cabinet Minister can be a member of the Committee

c. The term of office of the members of the Committee shall not exceed two years

d. It reports on the working of welfare programmes for the women

15. The Departmental Committee of the Parliament of India on the Welfare of the Scheduled Castes (SCs) and  the Scheduled Tribes (STs) shall

1. examine whether the Union Government has secured due representation of the SCs and the STs in the services and posts under its control

2. report on the working of the welfare programmes for the SCs and the STs in the Union Territories

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2

d. Neither 1 nor 2

16. Which of the following committee/committees submitted reports on Electoral reforms?

1. Dinesh Goswami Committee

2. Tarkunde Committee

3. Indrajit Gupta Committee

4. Balwantrai Mehta Committee

Select the answer using the code given below:

a. 1, 3 and 4

b. 2 and 4

c. 1,2 and 3

d. 3 and 4 only