Daily Question Solving - Polity 1

Question 1
Consider the following statements with respect to Freedom of Religion enshrined in the Constitution:

1. It includes the freedom to not follow any religion.

2. It bars all religious conversions.

3. It is not applicable to foreign nationals.

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

 Question 2
Which of the following are the similarities between Indian Parliamentary System and British Parliamentary
System?

1. Supremacy of Parliament

2. Elected head of state

3. Majority party rule

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 1 and 3 only

(b) 1 and 2 only

(c) 3 only

(d) None
 Question 3
Consider the following functionaries of NITI Aayog:

1. Chairperson

2. Vice-chairperson

3. Special Invitees

4. Chief Executive Officer

Which of the above are appointed by the Prime Minister?

(a) 2, 3 and 4 only

(b) 1, 2 and 3 only

(c) 2 and 4 only

(d) 1, 3 and 4 only

 Question 4
Consider the following statements regarding the National Population Register (NPR):

1. Only Citizens are included in the NPR.

2. It is mandatory for every usual resident of India to register in the NPR.

3. The data for NPR was first collected in 2010 along with the house-listing phase of Census 2011.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3
 Question 5
Which of the following may be drawbacks of a democracy?

1. Leaders keep changing in a democracy which could lead to instability.

2. Democracy may lead to corruption as it is based on electoral competition.

3. Democracy increases the chances of rash or irresponsible decision-making.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 3 only

(c) 1 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3
 Question 6
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Fundamental Rights?

1. They are sacrosanct in nature and cannot be amended.

2. They are available against the actions of both State and private individuals.

3. They operate as checks on the tyranny of both executive and the Legislature.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 1 and 3 only

(b) 2 only

(c) 2 and 3 only

(d) 1,2 and 3

 Question 7
Which of the following is/are features of Indian secularism as adopted in the Constitution?

1. Religion is a personal matter and there is no interference by the state.

2. No citizen can be denied entry into any educational institute of the state on the grounds of religion or
caste.

3. Every religious denomination has the right to establish and maintain charitable institutions without any
limitation.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) I only

(b) 1 and 2 only

(c) 2 only

(d) 2 and 3 only

 Question 8
Which of the following would fall under the definition of State as defined in Article 12 of the Constitution?

1. Delhi Metro Rail Corporation

2. Unique Identification Authority of India

3. NITI Aayog

4. RBI

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 1 and 3 only

(b) 2 and 4 only

(c) 1, 2, and 3 only

(d) 1, 2, 3 and
 Question 9
With reference to the Central Vigilance Commission, consider the following statements:

1. It is a constitutional body.

2. Its Chairman and members are appointed by the President.

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

 Question 10
Which of the following fall within the purview of Freedom of Speech and Expression as guaranteed under
Article 19 of the Indian constitution?

1. Freedom of Silence

2. Right to Strike

3. Right to telecast

4. Right to activities know about government

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 1, 3 and 4 only

(b) 4 only

(c) 2 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
 Question 11
Which of the following issues can taken up by the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)?

1. Issues of manual scavenging

2. Problems faced by Notified and Denotified Tribes

3. Issues related to the right to health

Select the correct answer using the codes below.

(a) 1 only

(b) 1 and 2 only

(c) 1, 2 and 3

(d) 3 only
 Question 12
With reference to Election Commission, consider the following statements:

1. Conditions of office tenure of office are provided under Article 324.

2. Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) exercises veto power over the matters discussed in Election
Commission.

3. CEC does not hold office during pleasure of President.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 3 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3
 Question 13
Consider the following.

1. President's Rule

2. National Emergency

3. Martial Rule

Which of the above special circumstances has/have an on the Fundamental Rights of the Indian citizens?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) 2 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3
 Question 14
Which of the following Directive Principles was added by the 42nd Constitution amendment?

1. To secure opportunities for the healthy development of children.

2. To promote equal justice and to provide free legal aid to the poor.

3. To minimize inequalities in income, status, facilities, and opportunities.

4. To promote the development of the Hindi language.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 1, 2, and 4 only

(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
 Question 15
Who among the following do not hold office during the pleasure of the President?

1. Attorney General

2. Comptroller and Auditor General

3. Members of Union Public Service Commission

4. Chief Election Commissioner

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2, 3 and 4 only

(c) 1, 3 and 4 only

(d) 1, 2 and 4 only

 Question 16
Consider the following pairs:

Constitutional Provision Country adopted from

1. Fundamental Rights France

2. Directive Principles of State Policy Ireland

3. Cabinet form of government Britain

Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

(a) 2 and 3 only

(b) 1 and 2 only

(c) 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3
 Question 17
With reference to the Finance Commission, consider the following statements:

1. It is a quasi-judicial body.

2. The members hold office for five years or till 65 years of age.

3. The members are eligible for reappointment.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 1 only
 Question 18
Who among the following is/are not eligible for further office either in center or state after they ceases to
hold their respective offices?

1. Comptroller and Auditor General of India

2. Attorney General of India

3. Members of Union Public Service Commission

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 1 only

(c) 2 and 3 only

(d) 3 only
 Question 19
Which of the following functions is/are performed by the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes?

1. To suggest measures to be taken over conferring ownership rights in respect of minor forest produce to
STs living in forest areas.

2. To inquire into specific complaints with respect to the deprivation of rights and safeguards of the STs.

3. To suggest measures to be taken to ensure full implementation of the provisions of Panchayats

(Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996.

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
 Question 20
Which of the following statements is/are correct with regard Independence Act, 1947? to the India

1. It provided that India can alter any law made by the British in relation to India, including the India
Independence Act, 1947 itself.

2. It abolished the office of the Governor- General in India.

3. Though it declared India as independent, it did not proclaim the lapse of British Paramountcy over
Indian Princely states.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) I only

(b) 1 and 2 only

(c) 2 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3
 Question 21
Which of the following commissions/ committee accepted "language" as the criteria for the reorganization of
states?

1. Dhar Commission

2. JVP Committee

3. Fazl Ali Commission

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 1 only

(b) 1 and 2 only

(c) 3 only

(d) 2 and 3 only

 Question 22
A religious denomination must satisfy which of the following necessary conditions in order to exercise the
freedom to manage religious affairs under Article 26?

1. Group of individuals with a system of beliefs.

2. A group with a common organization.

3. Collective has a distinctive name.

4. The group has a religious text of its own.

5. A leader who preaches a distinct doctrine.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 1, 2, and 3 only (b) 3, 4, and 5 only

(c) 1, 2, and 5 only (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

 Question 23
Which of the following is/are the Fundamental Duties under part IVA of the Constitution of India?

1. To develop scientific temper and humanism

2. To encourage the participation of workers in the management of industries

3. To pay taxes

4. To cast vote

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 1 only

(b) 1 and 2 only

(c) 2, 3, and 4 only

(d) None
 Question 24
Consider the following statements:

1. An amendment of the Constitution can be initiated only by the prior permission of the President.

2. All Constitutional Amendment bills must be passed in each House by a simple majority.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither I nor 2

 Question 25
Consider the following statements in the context of Preamble to the Constitution:

1. The Preamble states that the Constitution derives its authority from the constituent assembly of India.

2. Indian constitution was the first constitution in the world, to begin with a Preamble.

3. Preamble is a part of the Constitution and gives clarity in interpretation of the constitution.

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
 Answer Key
Question Answer Question Answer
1 A 13 B
2 C 14 A
3 A 15 B
4 B 16 A
5 A 17 C
6 C 18 B
7 C 19 D
8 D 20 A
9 B 21 C
10 A 22 A
11 C 23 A
12 B 24 D
25 B
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