uodsdnaaiy MMM e VISIONIAS —_ www.visionias.in Test Booklet Series TEST BOOKLET G GENERAL STUDIES (P) 2019 - Test-2651 Time Allowed: Two Hours Maximum Marks: 200 2 9. INSTRUCTIONS IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE EXAMINATION, YOU SHOULD CHECK THAT THIS BOOKLET DOES NOT HAVE ANY UNPRINTED OR TURN OR MISSING PAGES OR ITEMS, ETC. IF SO, GET IT REPLACED BY A COMPLETE TEST BOOKLET. ENCODE CLEARLY THE TEST BOOKLET SERIES A, B, COR D AS THE CASE MAY BE IN THE APPROPRIATE PLACE IN ‘THE ANSWER SHEET. You have to enter your Roll Number on the Test Booklet in the Box: provided alongside. Do NOT write anything clsc on the Test Booklet. This Test Booklet contains 100 items (Questions). Each item is printed REA in Each item comprises four responses (answers). You will select the response which you want to mast) she Answer Sheet. In case you feel that there is more than one correct response with you consider the dest. in any case, choose ONLY ONE response for each item. 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DO NOT OPEN THIS BOOKLET UNTIL YOU ARE ASKED TO DO SO www.visionias.in Vision IASAMM layeurosdnaay’. 10's|eI Which of the following is/are correct with reference to the right to constitutional remedies provided under Article 32. of the constitution? 1. It is invoked to determine the constitutionality of any executive order or legislation if it directly infringes any of the fundamental rights. 2. The Supreme Court has original and exclusive jurisdiction in case of, enforcement of fundamental rights. 3. It is a basic feature of the constitution and cannot be taken away even by a constitutional amendment. Seleet the couect answer using the Gode™ given below. (a) Land 2 only (b) 3 only (©) Land 3 only (@) 1,2and 3 Which of the following» is/are» the contribution of the Indian Couneil Act 1861 to India's present political system? 1. Ordinance making power 2. Portfolio system 3. Bicameralism in Parliament Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) Lonly (b) Land 2 only (©) Zand 3 only (@) 1,2and 3 www.vi Which of the following persons islare a member of the committee to appoint the director of CBI? 1. Prime Minister 2. Lealer of Opposition in the Rujys Sabla 3. Union Minister of Home Affairs 4. Chief Justice of India Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) Lonly (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 ard 2 only. (4) Lard 4 only Which of the following isare env as the Right against Exploitation "in the Constitution of India’ 1. Protection against arrest and detention 2. Prohibition of employment of children in factories. 3. Prohibition of traffic in human beings ‘and forced labour Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) | ard 3 only (b) 2only (©) 2ard 3 only (@) 1, 2and 3 Which of the following may be drawbacks ofa 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 imesponsible decision-making. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only (©) Lonly (d) 1, 2and3 ‘BVision IASAMM layeurosdnaay’. 10's|eI With reference to the Preamble, consider the following statements: 1. Itis not a part of the Constitution. 2. Itean not be amended. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (©) Both 1 and 2 (@) Neither I nor 2 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. 40 ensure full implementation «Gf the provisions of Panchayats (Fxtension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996, Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 2only (b) Land 3 only (©) Vand 2 only (d) 1,2and3 ww.vi 10. Which of the following elements form a part of “Bi laid down by various court judgements? ie Structure of the Constitution’ as 1. Secular character of the Constitution 2. Separation of powers between the legislature and the executive 3. Socialist state 4. Principle of reasonableness Select the correct, answer using the code given below. (a) 1, 2and 3 only (b) 2)3and 4 only (©) 1,3and4 only (4) 1, 2and 4 only When a bill is introduced in the Parliament for the admission or establishment of new state thrt i€ not part af the Union of India, it hhas to be passed by (a) two-third of the majority of the Houses. (b) absolute majority of the Houses. (©) a simple majority of the members present and voting. (4) twothird of the majority of members prevent aud voting. Rights guaranteed under Part [11 of Indian Constitution are called as. ‘Fundamental Rights’ because: 1. they are essential for the all-round development of the individuals. 2. they are the only set of rights guaranteed by the Constitution. 3. they are sancrosanct and permanent, Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 3 only (b) 1, 2and 3 (© Lonly (4) | ard 3 only ‘OvVision AsAMM layeurosdnaay’. 1o"sye With reference to the ‘Directive Principles of State Policy’ in the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements: 1. They are recommendations only to the legislative branch of government, 2. They help the courts in examining and determining the constitutional validity of alaw. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (©) Both 1 and 2 (A) Neither I nor 2 Which of the following is/are prohibited under the Constitution of India? 1. A citizen of India accepting any title from any foreign state. 2. Assuming hereditary titles “like Maharaja. 3. The state conferring an academic distinetion on a person Select the correct answer using the .ooile given below (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only (©) 1,2and 3 (@) None If the President of Indie exercises his power a8) provided under Article 359° of the Constitution, then (a) the President can promulgate ordinance for any state. (b) the powers of High Courts are subsumed by the Supreme Court (©) the President is empowered to suspend the enforcement of soine Fundamental Rights. (d) he may extend National Emergency only to few parts of the country and not the entire country. ww. In Consider the following events 1. Sikkim becoming a full-fledged state of Indian Union 2. Setting up of States Reorganisation Commission 3. Division of Madhya Pradesh to create Chhattisgarh 4. Separation of Punjab and Haryana Which of the following is the correct chronological sequence of the above events? (a) 12-43 (b) 213-4 (©) 1234 (@) 2413: Consider the fallowing statements with respect to Freedom of Religion enshrined in the Constitution: 1. It includes the freedom to not follow any religion 2. Itbars all religious conversions. 3. It isnot applicable to foreign nationals. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) Lonly (b) 2only (©) Lard 3 only (@) 2ard 3 only Which of the following are the factors are responsible for the bulkinoss of the Indian Constitution? 1. Huge geographical extent and diversity in India 2. Dominance of legal luminaries in the Constituent Assembly 3. Single constitution for both Centre and states. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1, 2and3 (b) 2and 3 only (©) Lonly (a) 3only ‘Vision IASlayeuosdnsaly MMM 10's|eI 7. 18. 19, The Indian Councils Act of 1909 provided for which of the following provisions? 1. Non-official majority in Central Legislative Council. 2. Association of Indians with the executive council of the Viceroy. 3. Separate electorate for Anglo-Indians and Europeans. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) | and 2 only (b) Land 3 only (©) 2only (@) 2and 3 only Which of the following Supreme Court cases is/are related to disputes/conflicts. between Fundamental Rights anc Directive Principles of State Policy? 1. IR Cochlo Case, 2007 2. Golaknath case, 1967 3, Maneka Gandhi case, 1980 4, Minerva Mill Case, 1980 Select the correct answer using) the code given below. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2und4 only (©) 3. and 4 only (@ Tonly Under Article 360 of the Constitution, the power to proclaim financial emergeney is vested under (a) Ministry of Finance (b) Parliament (©) President (d) Comptroller and Auditor General of India 20. n. Which emong the following is a fundamental duty under the constitution of India? (a) To support bona fide civil society movements. (b) Tokeep the streets, roads and other infrastructure of India's cities clean. (c) To defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so (4) To pay taxes. According to the Indian Constitution, which among the following categories of persons would not be eligible to become the citizen of India? (a) whe is resident in India for five years immediately before independence. (b) whe migrated to Pakistan from India after March 1, 1947, but later returned to India for resettlement. (©) whose parents were born in undivided India and who raigrated to Initia. figs, Pakistan before July 19, 1948. (@) whose gtandparens were “botin int undivided India but person is residing outside India. Which of the following writs is issued by @ higher court to a lower court to transfer a ‘case pending with the latter to itself? (@) Mandamus (b) Certiorari (©) Que-Warranto (a) Probibition ‘BVision IASAMM layeurosdnaay’. 1o"sye With reference to the Central Vigilance Commission, consider the following statements: 1. It isa constitutional body. 2. Its Chairman and members are appointed by the President. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) Lonly (b) 2 only (©) Both I and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Consider the following statements regarding reorganisation of states 1, States Reorganisation Commission of 1953 accepted the theory of ‘one Janguage-one state’. 2. Gujarat was the first state to be created oon linguistic basis. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) Lonly (b) 2 only (©) Both | and 2 (d) Neither | nor2 With reference to the Regulating Act cf, 1773, consider the following statements To It recognised the political and administrative functions of the East India Company. 2. Itlaid the foundifions of central administration in India, Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) Lonly (b) 2only (©) Both I and 2 (d) Neither | nor 2 ww.vi With reference to the Constitution of India, the National Emergency constitutes limitation upon 1. Executive power of Centre 2. Fundamental Rights under Article 19 Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) Lonly (b) 2only (©) Both | and? (@) Neither I nor 2 Which of the following is/are correct with reference to the right to property? 1. Itisa legal right, 2. It can be curtailed by an ordinary law of the Parliament. 3. In case of violation, the aggrieved person can directly move the Supreme Court for its enforcement. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 ard 2 only (b) 3 only (©) Lonly (4) 1, 2and3 With reference to the National Commission for Scheduled Castes, consider the following statements: 1. It investigates all matters relating to the constitutional and other legal safeguards for the Anglo-Indian community. 2. For matters relating to state government, the Commission submits the report to the concerned state Governor. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) Lonly (b) 2only (©) Both | and 2 (a) Neither 1 nor 2 ‘Vision IAS29. layeuosdnsaly MMM 30. 3.10°S[eI With reference to citizen’s right to equality of opportunity in public employment, which of the following is/are prohibited under the constitution? 1. Parliament prescribing residence as condition for certain employment. Reservation of posts in favour of any backward class thet is not adequately represented in the state services. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (©) Both I and 2 (d) Neither I nor 2 Which of the following principles were included in the ‘Objectives Resolution’ passed by the Constituent Assembly? 1, Powers and authority of independent Tndia and its constitution shall low from the people. 2. Minorities and Other backward classes will be provided adequate safeguards, 3. India will make full and willing contribution to the promotion of world peace. Select the correct answer using the code given below (a) 1,2 and 3 only (b) 2and 3 only (©) Vand 2 only (a) Tonly ww.visionias.in 31. 32. With reference to Advocate General of State, ‘heer the following statements: 1. Hes appointed by Governor. 2. He must be at least 35 years of age to be appointed as Advocate General of State. 3. His remuneration is decided by Governor, Which of the statements given above are correct? (a) 1 ard2 only (b) 2 ard 3 only (©) 1 ard3 only (6) b2and 3 Which of the following are the federal features of Constitution? 1. Division of powers 2. Written Constitution 3. Supremacy of Constitution 4. Rigidity of Constitution 5. Independent judiciary 6. Bicameralism Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1,2 and 3 only (b) 3, 4,5 anid 6 only (©) 1.2.3, 4and 6 only (a) 1,2,3,4, Sand 6 ‘BVision IASAMM @ g a g 33. cr Which of the following protections is/are available as a fundamental right under the constitution to a persen detained under preventive detention law? 1, The grounds of detention should be communicated to the detenu even if itis against the public imerest. 2. The detenu must be released after 24 hours unless the magistrate authorises further detention. 3. The detenu must be offered an opportunity to make a representation against the detention order. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 3 only (b) 2.and 3 only (©) 2only (@) Land 3 only Which one of the following best describes the temm/expression ‘Bill of Rights"? (a) Ley yive proposal to add to. the wa et ion (b) A list of rights mentioned.atid protected by the Constitution. (©) An assessment of the cost incurred by the judiciary in hearing matters related to fundamental rights (d) A list of duties citizens must perform in order to qualify for enjoyment of fundamental rights. ww.vi 35. 36. With reference to the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act (2013), consider the following statements: 1. The Lokpal consists of o Chairperson with a maximum of 8 members of which 50% shall be judicial members. 2. The Lokpal has the power of superintendence and direction over the CBI for eases referred to them by the Lokpal Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2only (©) Both and 2 (4) Neither I nor 2 Which of the following provisions were added to the Constitution through Constitutional amendments? 1. The President has to act in accordance with the advice of Council of Ministers. 2. All citizens who are not less than 18 ‘years old are entitled to vote in elections of Lok Sabha, 3. The State can make special provisions for the advancement of socially and ‘educationally backward classes. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) Pand2 only (b) Land 3 only (©) 2ard3 only (d) 1,2and3 ‘DVision IASAMM layeurosdnaay’. 10's|eI 37. 38. 39. With reference to the Consptisitier and Auditor General of India, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. He is the head of the Indian Audit and ‘Ageounts Department. 2) He holds office for a period of five years {a upto the age of 79 years, whichever is eéslior. 3. The represent the CAG in Parliament during Union Finance minister can his absence, Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) Lonly (b) 2 and 3 only (©) Land 2 only (d) 1,2and 3 ‘The Indian Independence Act of 1947 abolished the office of che secretary of state of India and transferred its functions to: (a) Prime Minister of Britain (b) Secretary of state for Commonwealth Affairs _Gaveror-General of India 2) 2st Cabinet of Free India aes oF Which of the following Directive Principles is based on the Gandhian ideology? {a) To promote cottage industrics on an individual or co-operation. basis in rural (b) To organise agriculture and animal husbandry on moder and scientific lines. (©) To raise the level of nutrition and the standard of" ivirig_ of people? and) to improve public health. (d) All of the grven Directive Principles are based on Gandhian ideology. ww.vi In 40. al. 42. Right to form cooperative societ isa (a) Fundamental Right (b) Legal Right (©) Constitutional Right (4) Natural Right With reference to the Special Officer for Linguistic Minotities, consider the following statements: 1. twas constituted ude# Article 350-B of ‘the Indian Constitution. 2. Iteam investigate all matiaiSelating to the safeguards provid” for both linguistic and religious minorities under the Constitution, Which of the statements given above islare correct? (@plonly (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 According to the Preamble of the Constitution, as adopted by the Constituent Assembly, which of the following adjectives to define the Indian was/were used Republic? 1. Socialist Sovereign 3. Secular 4, Democratic Select the correct a given below. (a) 1, 2and 3only (b) 2and 4 only (©) 1 ard 4 only (d) 12,3 and4 OvVision Aslayeuosdnsaly MMM 10's|eI 43. 44. 10 With reference to the National Human Rights Commi jon, consider the following statements: 1. It consists only of members who have held juclicial office 2. It does not have the power of prosecution. 3. It can inquire so-moto into any violation of human rights. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) Land 2 only (&) 2 ond 3 only (©) 3 only (d) 1,2and3 With reference 10 the provisions about Indian following fundamental duties inthe Constitution, consider the statements: 1, ‘They include both civic duties and moral duties 2. Parliament ean provide for. the imposition of appropriate penalty for failure to fulfil any of them. 3. They do not apply to foreigners. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 2only (b) Land 2 only (©) Sonly (d) 1,2and3 Which of the following is/are corsect with reference to a Constitution? 1. It determines. the relationship among citizens and that beeveen citizens and government. 2. It lays down limits on the powers of the govemment. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only () Ponly (c) Both [and 2 (@) Neither | nor2 pw visionias.in 47. With geference to Election Commis consii$# the following statements: 1. Cbtditions of office and tenure of office are provided under Article 324. 2. Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) exercises veto power over the matters a discussed in Election Commission. 3. CEC does not hold office during pleasure of President. Which of the statements gi correct? ve is/are (a) 1 ard 2 only (b) 3 only (©) Lard 3 only (@) 1,2and3 Who among the following, ivare 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 Pul ‘Commission Service Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 ard 2 only (b) Lonly (©) 2ard3 only (@) 3 only With reference to Article 12 of the Constitution, the term ‘State’ includes which of the following? 1. Parliament and legislature of states. 2. Union executive and executive of the state governments. 3. Municipalities and Panchayats 4. Authorities like LIC and ONGC. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) Land 3 only (b) 2 uel 4 uniy (©) 1, 2and 3 only (d) 1,2,3and4 ‘DvVision AseLiaqeunsdnaaly MMM 10'S] g Consider the following statements: 1. The parliamentary system is based on the doctrine of separation of powers between the legislature and executive. 2. The presidential system is based on the principle of cocperation and co- ordination between the legislative and executive organs. Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? (a) Lonly (b) 2 only (©) Both I and 2 (A) Neither 1 nor 2 A State Human Rights Commission can inguire into violations of human rights in ned in which of respect of subjects meati the following lists of the seventh scheduile of the Constitution? 1. State List 2. Concurrent List 3. Union List Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) L only (b) Land 2 only (©) 1,2and3 (d) None Consider the following statements: 1. The term ‘Federation’ has tiowhere been mentioned in the Constitution. 2. No state has the fight to secede from the federation. Which of the statement given above is/are correct? (a) Lonly (b) 2only (c) Both I and 2 (@) Neither 1 nor2 pw.visionias.in With reference to the ince Commi jder the following statements: {2.08 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 ard 2 only (b) 2only (©) Lard 3 only (4) Lonly With reference 10 the theory of ‘basic structure’, consider the following statements: 1. It first emerged inthe Kesavananda Bharati case. 2. It weakens the balance between rigidity and flexibility of the Indian Constitution Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (@), | only (b) 2 only (c) Both | and 2 (@) Neither I nor 2 Which of the following is ‘Cultural and Educational’ Rights regarded by the Indian Constitution? (a) The State shal ide free and compulsory educdg@M all children of the age i a years in such a cortditto nena int (©) Any section of the citizens residing in the ‘erritory of India or any part having a distinct language, seript or culture of its ‘owr shall have the right to conserve the same. (A) Duty of the Union to promote the spread of the Hindi language and to develop it so that it may serve as a medium of expression for all the elements of the composite culture of India, ‘BVision IASlayeuosdnsaly MMM 10's|eI 58. 37. 12 Which among the following constitutional amendments fall outside the scope of Article 368? 1. Termination of Citizenship 2. Creation of legislative councils in states 3. Inclusion of new Directive Principles of State Policy. Select the correct answer using the code given below (a) 3 only (b) 2.and 3 only (©) Lonly (d) Land 2 only Which of the following rights are conferred only to the Citizens of India and denied to aliens? 1. Right to contest for the membership of the Parliament, 2, Freedom of speech and expression. 3. Right to elementary education, Select the correct answer using. the code given below. (@) Tonly (b) 2.and 3 only (©) Land 2 only (@) 1,2and3 Which of the following Directive Principles was) added by 42nd amendment? 1. To. secure opportunities for hegtiny development of chiliren 2. To promote equal justice and%o provide free legal aid to the 200r, 3. To minimise inequslities in income, status, facilities acid opportunities 4. To promote development of Hindi language. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) Land 2 only (b) Zand 3 only (©) 1.2and 4 only (@) 1,2,3 and 4 Constitution pw.visionias.in 59. With reference to the Article 14 of the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements: 1. It loye down the foundation of ‘Rule of Law’ in India 2. It is the only fundamental right which is, ab ature. Which atements given above is/are correct? (a) Lonly (b) 2 only, (©) Both Land 2 (@) Neither I nor 2 Consider the following pairs Subject Emoluments, Schedule 1) Thicd Schedule Allowances and Privileges Fourth Schedule: Administration and control of scheduled areas and scheduled tribes 3. Ninth Schedule Disqualification of member of Parliament and State legislatures Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched? (a) Lonly (b) 2only (©) 2ard 3 only (a) Nore ‘DVision ASlayeuosdnsaly MMM 3.10°S[eI 60, al. 2. 3B With reference to the State Information Commission, consider the following statements: 1. The State Chief Information Commissioner and =8¥8%e2¢8imation E es Commissioners are ipsa Governor. : a Sere temation yy the 2 Te remove Commissioner on the ground of proved misbehaviour and incapacity, the Governor has to refer the matter to the High Court for an enquiry. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) Lonly (b) 2 only (©) Both | and 2 (A) Neither 1 nor 2 The chairpersons of which of the, following of the National Human Rights Commission? bodies are ex-officio members 1, National Commission for STs ‘National Development Couneil (NDC) Office of the Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities 4. National Commission for Women Select the cortect answer using the code uiven below. (a) 2,3 and4 only (b) 1)3.and 4 only (©) Land 4 only (d) 1,2.and 3 only NITI Aayog was formed in 2015 by: (a) an ordinance promulgated by the President (b) a resolution of the Central Government: (©) a law of the Parliament. (d) an amendment to the Constitution under Article 368, nw. vistonias.in 63. 64. 65. 66. Consider the following statements: 1. An amendment of the Constitution can be initiated only by the prior permission of the President. ‘AML Constitutional Amendment bills nat be passed in each House by a Ble major Whig5f the statements given above is/are comet? @ Lonly (b) Zonly (e) Bot I and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor2 R ‘The Fundamental were’ Duties inthe Indian inspired by the FTermany (4) France Which of the following articles of the Constitution explicitly provides for the doctrine of judicial review? (a) Article 13 (b) Article 32 (©) Article 50 (@) Article 226 ‘On which of the following matters do the state legislatures have the power to make laws? 1. Prescribing punishment for forced labour. 2. Restricting fundamental rights of meribers of police forces. 3. Preseribing residence as a condition for contain employments in state Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) Lonly (b) 2ard 3 only (c) 2only (a) Nore ‘DvVision As67. AMM layeurosdnaay’. 1o"sye 68. 4 With reference to State Election Commission, consider the following statements 1. It has been empowered to conduct elections to panchayats through 73rd Constitutional amendment. 2. The —fumetions of delimitation, reservation and rotation of Panchayats seats is vested in State Election Commission. 3. State Election Commission submits its annual report to the Election Commission of india and to the Governor. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) Land 2 only (b) 2 only (©) Land 3 only (d) 1,2and3 Which of the following languages are-not included in the Eight Schedule of Constitution? 1. Nepali 2. English 3.) Rajasthani 4. Konkani 5. Urdu 6. Bhojpuri Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 2,3 and 6 only (b) 3and 5 only (6) 1, Sand 6 only (a) 1,2, 5 and 6 ww.visionias.in 0. 70. n. statements regarding the differences between Fundamental Rights and Legal /ordinary rights: 1. Unlike the legal rights, it is easier to wneud dhe Fundamental sights «9 aeet the changing requirements of citizens. 2. Unlike the legal rights, reasonable restrictions can wot be imposed on Fundamental rights as they are guaranteed and protected by the Corstitution. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) Lonly (b) 2only (©) Both 1 and 2 (4) Neither I nor 2 The term law’ defined under the Article 13 of the Constitution inlcudes which of the following? (a) Ordinary laws (b) Constitutional Amendment Acts (c) Customs of people having force of law. (4) Both (a) and (e) Which of the follo Indian Constitution? wy isfate features of secularism as adopted inthe 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 rounds of religion or caste. 3. Every religious denomination has. the right to establish and maintain charitable inst tutions without any limi ion Select the correet answer using the code given below (a) 1 only (b) Land 2 only (©) Zonly (A) 2ard 3 only ‘BVision IASAMM layeurosdnaay’. 10's|eI nD. 73. 74. 15 Writ of Mandamus cannot be issued against which of the following? 1. Private individual 2. President 3. Tribunals Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 2 only (©) Land 2 only (4) 1 only Consider the following statements. 1. Revocation of President’s rule in a state requires parliamentery approval 44th Amendment Act of 1978 restrained the power of Parliament to extend a proclamation of President's Rule. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) Lonly (b) 2 only (©) Both 1 and 2 (A) Neither 1 nor 2 With reference to the power of courts to issue writs, consider the following statements: 1. Constitution confers the power to is writs to the Supreme Court, the High Courts and the she istrict Courts, sie Writs not 2. The Supreme Court can i only for the enforcemeat of Fundamental Rights but also #7 enforcement of an ordinary legal right Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) Lonly, (b) 2only (©) Both I and 2 (d) Neither | nor2 /w.visionias.in 15. 16. 71. With regard to Freedom of Speech and Jadian Expression guaranteed under constitution, Reasonable restrictions 1. are 201 justiciable in nature. 2. covers both public and private interest. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?” (a) Lonly (b) 2only (©) Both | and 2 (@) Neither 1 nor? Which of the following are non- constitutional bodies? 1, Natonal Commission for STs 2. NITI Aayog 3. Central Bureau of Investigation Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) Vard 2 only (b) Lard 3 only. (©) 1,2and3 (4) 2ard 3 only Which of the following fall within the purview of Freedom of speech and expression as guaranteed under article 19 of Indian constitution’? 1. Freedom of Silence 2. Right to Strike 3. Right to telecast 4. Right to know about government activities Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1,3 and 4 only (b) 4 only (©) 2ard 3 only (d) 1,2, 3and4 ‘BVision IASAMM layeurosdnaay’. 10's|eI 8. 9. 80. 16 Consider the following statements: 1. The citizens of India owe allegiance to both the Union and State. 2. In India, only a citizen by birth is eligible for the office of President. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) Lonly (b) 2 only (c) Both I and 2 (@) Neither 1 nor 2 Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Constituent Assembly? 1, Itwas nota fully sovereign body. 2. Itwas directly elected by the people 3, Itbecame the first parliament of India. Select the correct ans -ving) the code given below. (a) Land 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only (©) 3 only (4) 2only Consider the following statements: 1. There is no limit to the power of the Parliament to amend the Constifation. ‘ide whether 2. Only the President can & any matter forms e-part of the basic structure of the Constitution Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) Lonly, (b) 2only (©) Both I and 2 (a) Neither | nor 2 pw visionias.in 81. 82. With reference to Joint Public Service ‘Commission (JPSC), consider the following statements 1. 1 ean be crewed by Presiden on dhe request of state legislatures concerned. 2. Its members holds office for a term of sS¥ycars or until they attain the age of Bears, whichever is earlier. 3. It presents its annual report to the President. Which of the statement given above are not correct? (a) bard 2 only (b) 2.ard3 only (©) Laud 3 only (@) 1, 2and 3 ‘With re‘erence to Attomey General of India, consider the following statements: 1. He must be a person who is qualified to bbe appointed as a judge of the Supreme Court 2. He receives such remuneration as the Parliament may determine. 3. He can take part in the proceedings of both the Houses of Parliament or their join: siting. Which 2 the sitomlient, giver. shove is/are correct? (a) Land 2/only (b) 2 only (©) 3only (4) 1 ard 3 only vision Aslayeuosdnsaly MMM 1o"sye Which among the following funetions wasiwere performed by the the Constituent Assembly? 1. Ratification of India's membership of the Commonwealth 2. Adoption of National flag and National Anthem. 3. Election of Dr. Rajendra Prasad as the first President of India. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) Lonly (b) Land 2 only (©) 2and 3 only (@) 1,2and 3 Which of the following would reflect an appropriate relationship between equality and liberty? 1. Liberty without equality would produce the supremacy of few over many. 2, Equality without Inberty would « kill individual initiative, Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) only (b) 2only (©) Both I and 2 (A) Neither 1 nor2 Consider the following pairs: Committee of Headed by the Constituent Assembly 1. Steering : Dr Rejendra Committee Prasad. 2. Committee for : Sardar Patel negotiating with States 3. Union : Jawaharlal Constitution Nehru Committee Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched? (a) Land 2 only (b) Land 3 only (c) Zand 3 only (d) 1,2and 3 weww.visionias.in Consider the following pairs: Commission/Body Falls under 1. National : Ministry of Commission for Social Justice Minorities & Empowerment 2. National : Ministry of Commission for Women and Women Child Development 3. National : Ministry of Commission for ‘Tribal Affairs STs Which of the pairs given. above is/are correctly matched? (a) 3only (b) 1 ard. 2 only (©) ard 3 only (@) 1, 2and 3, ‘The Charter Act of 1833 led to: 1. depyivation of legislative powers of Gem ‘of Bombay and Madras. 2. s@arate body for commercial and administrative funetions of the East India Company. 3. introduction of an open competitive system of selection and recruitment of civil servants Select the correct answer using the code given below. (@) Lonly (b) Lard 3 only (©) 2only (@) 1, 2and3 Article 15 of the Constitution provides that the State cannot discriminate against any citizen on grounds only of L. Caste 2. Place of birth 3. Language 4. Religion Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 and2 only (b) 3 and 4 only (©) 1, 2and 4 only (4) 1,2,3and4 ‘Vision IASlayeuosdnsaly MMM 3.10°S[eI 89. 90. om. 18. Consider the following statements: 1. The conversion of the federal structure of India into a unitary one during emergency has been borrowed from the ‘Weimar Constitution of Germany. 2. The suspension of Fundamental Rights during emergency is a unique feature of the Indian Constitut.on, Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) Lonly (b) 2 only (©) Both I and 2 (4) Neither 1 nor 2 If any foreign territory becomes @ part of India, then the power w specify dat the people of a for territory shall be the citizens of India is vested in the (2) National Human Rights Commission (b) Supreme Court (¢) Union Government “,% © Ss (@) Parliament * Consider the following statements; 1. The expression "Union of India’ unds? Article 1 of the Indian constitution includes those territories that-india may accquite in future. 2. India can acquire foreign territories through cession only. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) Lonly (b) 2only (e) Both f and 2 (@) Neither | nor 2 92. 93, A citizen may lose his/her citizenship when he/she 1. voluntarily acquires the citizenship of any other foreign state. 2. unlewfully traded or communicated with ‘the enemy during a war. 3. obtcined the eitizeasiiigeby fraud. Select the correct answer using the code given below. () | ard 2 only (b) | ard 3 only (©) 2ard 3 only (@) 1,2and3 Which of the following provisions have been regarded as ‘heart and soul of the constitution’ by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar? 1 Right to bite 2. Directive Principles of State Policy 3. Right to Constitutional Remedies Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 2ard3 only (b) 1 ard 2 only (©) 3ouly (@) 2only With reference to the Chief In Commissioner, consider the following statements: 1. Histerm of office is five years. 2. He should not hold any other office of profit or pursue any profession. 3. He is not eligible for reappointment. Which of the statements given above invare correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2and 3 only (©) Lard 3 only (4) 1,2and3 ‘Vision IASajewosdnaaiy MMM 1o"sye 95. 96. 97. 19 India has been using the Constitution as the within which the government operates. Which of the following are not the reasons for it? basic framework (a) The judiciary and political practice have shown flexibility in the implementation of the Constitution, (b) The basie framework of the Constitution suits our eountry. (c) The Constitution makers were very far sighted and provided for solutions for many situations. (d) The Constitution of India is a sacred document and cannot be changed. Which of the following is/are common to both ‘interest grouys’ and —‘people’s movements”? 1, Both attempt to influence politics without directly taking part in electoral competition. 2. Both have a loose organisation, where decision making is informal and flexible, 3. Both are largely dependent on spontaneous mass participation. Select the cortect»answer using the code given below. (a) Lonly (b) 2and 3 only (©) Land 3 only (@) 1,2and 3 The Indian Constitution guarantees which of the following to the citizens? 1, Equality of status 2. Equality of opporvinities 3. Equality of outcomes 4, Equality before law Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1,2and 3 only (b) 2,3 and 4 only (©) 1,3and 4 only (d) 1,2and4 only nw. vistonias.in 98, 100. Which of, she following legislations ttiave provisiag Mat implement some of the Fundamisiiest Sut 1. The Indian Penal Code (IPC) 2. The Representation (1951) 3. Forest (Conservation) Act of 1980 Select the correct answer using the code ‘of People Act given below. (a) Lard 2 only (b) 2 ard 3 only (©) Lard 3 only (a) 1,2and 3 With reference to UPSC, whi following statements ivare correct? 1. It is mandated with the classification of services and cadre management of selected candidates. 2. It presents its annual performance report to the Parliament. of the 3. Its jurisdiction can be extended by an act mace by the Parliament. Select the correct answer nsing the cade sziven below. (a) Lard 2 only (b) 2ard 3 only (©) 3 only (d) nonz Even though the Indian Parliamentary System is largely based on the British pattern, which of the following is/are the fundamental differences between the two? 1. The Indian Parliament is not a sovereign body like the British Parliament 2. While the British State has a hereditary head, Indian State is headed by directly elected head, Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) Lonly (b) 2 only (©) Both | and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 ‘Vision IAS