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Q41.Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I List-II (Features) (Acts) A. Dyarchy 1. The Regulating Act, 1773 B. Federalism 2. Government of India Act, 1919 C. Introduction of communal 3. Indian Councils Act, 1892 electorates D. Creation of the office of 4. Government of India Act, 1935 Governor General 5. Minto-Morley Reforms, 1909 Codes: A B C D

A2 4 5 1 B1 5 3 2 C2 5 3 1 D1 4 5 2

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Q42.Which one of the following fundamental rights is also available to a foreigner on Indian soil?

AProhibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth BEquality of opportunity in matters of public employment CProtection of life and personal liberty according to procedure established by law DTo practice any profession or to carry on any occupation, trade or business

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Q43.Consider the following statements: 1. The Central Vigilance Commission comprises a Central Vigilance Commissioner and three Vigilance Commissioners. 2. The Central Vigilance Commission became a multi-member Commission with statutory status in the year 1998 after promulgation of an Ordinance by the President of India. 3. The Committee for the selection to the post of the Director in the Directorate of Enforcement, Ministry of Finance, Government of India is chaired by the Central Vigilance Commissioner. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A1, 2 and 3 BOnly 2 COnly 2 and 3 DOnly 1 and 3

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Q44.Which among the following is not a fundamental duty as enumerated in Article 51A?

ATo develop the scientific temper, humanism and the spirit of inquiry and reform BTo cherish and follow the noble ideals which inspired our national struggle for freedom CTo uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India DTo cherish fraternity assuring the dignity of the individual

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Q45.Consider the following statements: 1. Whether the expenditure is charged on the Consolidated Fund of India or it is an amount voted by the Lok Sabha, no money can be issued out of the Consolidated Fund of India unless the expenditure is authorized by an Appropriation Act. 2. The Rajya Sabha has no power of amending or rejecting the Appropriation Bill or the Annual Finance Bill. 3. The Rajya Sabha has no further business with the Annual Financial Statement beyond the general discussion. Which of the statements given above are correct?

A1, 2 and 3 BOnly 1 and 2 COnly 2 and 3 DOnly 1 and 3

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Q46.The most important device of supplying power to the judiciary to invalidate a Statute in India is provided by:

AThe Directive Principles of State Policy BThe Fundamental Rights CArticles 350 and 351 DPrerogative Writs

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Q47.Consider the following statements: 1. Report of the Administrative Reforms Commission recommended the establishment of Lokpal and Lokayukta institutions. 2. Lokpal is conceived as the highest institution in India to investigate corruption at higher places in Government. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

AOnly 1 BOnly 2 CBoth 1 and 2 DNeither 1 nor 2

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Q48.Which of the following statements is/are not violative of the principle of federalism in India? 1. The President takes over administration of states under the emergency provisions. 2. The Parliament has exclusive power to make any law with respect to any matter not enumerated in any of the three lists. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

AOnly 1 BOnly 2 CBoth 1 and 2 DNeither 1 nor 2

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Q49.Which of the following are not the functions of Union Public Service Commission? 1. Disciplinary matters relating to Union civil servants. 2. Matters referred to under Article 16(4). 3. Manner in which Article 335 may be given effect. 4. Principles to be followed in making appointment o Union civil servants. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

A1 and 2 B1 and 3 C2 and 3 D2 and 4

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Q50.What is the correct chronological sequence of the following events? 1. Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms 2. Inauguration of Provincial Autonomy 3. Morley-Minto Reforms Bill Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

A1–2–3 B2–3–1 C3–2–1 D3–1–2

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Q51.In which one of the following States, is unified personnel system operating in municipal corporations?

AAndhra Pradesh BWest Bengal CGujarat DKerala

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Q52.At the time of becoming the Prime Minister of our country one:

AMust be a member of one of the Houses of the Parliament. If not, must become a member of one of the Houses within six months. BNeed not necessarily be a member of one of the Houses of Parliament but must get elected as a member of Lok Sabha within six months CMust be a member of one of the Houses of Parliament prior to appointment DMust be a member of Rajya Sabha

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Q53.What is the purpose of issue of Mandamus?

ADirecting an official for the performance of a duty BRelease of an illegally detained person CTransferring of a case from an inferior court to a court of higher jurisdiction DCalling upon one to show as to by what authority he holds or claims a franchise or office

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Q54.Assertion (A): The President of India causes every recommendation made by the Finance Commission under the provisions of the Constitution of India to be laid before the Lok Sabha only. Reason (R): The Finance Commission is a body set up under the provisions of the Constitution of India. Codes:

ABoth A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A BBoth A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A CA is true but R is false DA is false but R is true

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Q55.Consider the following statements: 1. The Estimates Committee of Parliament lacks the expert assistance of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India which is available to the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament. 2. All the Ministries/Departments of the Union Government are not taken up for examination every year by the Estimates Committee, but only a few of them are selected for this purpose. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

AOnly 1 BOnly 2 CBoth 1 and 2 DNeither 1 nor 2

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Q56.What is ‘Look East Policy’ of India?

AGovernment of India’s initiative for the infrastructural development in the North-Eastern States BIndia’s search for oil and gas in its Eastern shoreline CIndia’s collaboration with some East Asian countries in the exploration of oil and gas DIndia’s continuing pursuit of close relations with South-East Asian countries

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Q57.Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I List-II (Fund) (Explanation) A. Consolidated Fund 1. Unforeseen expenditure B. Contingency Fund 2. Safety net to workers in sick enterprises and to finance their training C. Public Account 3. Receipts through PF, small savings and other deposits D. National Renewal Fund 4. All revenue receipts, loans raised and recovery of loans Codes: A B C D

A2 3 1 4 B2 1 3 4 C4 3 1 2 D4 1 3 2

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Q58.Consider the following statements: 1. Like a Member of the Union Public Service Commission, the Chief Information Commissioner holds the office for a period of six years or till he attains the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier. 2. The Chief Information Commissioner shall only be removed from his office in like manner and on the like grounds as that for a Member of the Union Public Service Commission. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

AOnly 1 BOnly 2 CBoth 1 and 2 DNeither 1 nor 2

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Q59.The President enjoys the right to issue regulations with regard to:

AAndaman and Nicobar Islands BLakshadweep CBoth Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and Lakshadweep DNeither Andaman and Nicobar Islands nor Lakshadweep

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Q60.Which one of the following statements regarding secularism is not correct?

A‘Secular Republic’ implies a republic in which there is equal respect for all religions. BIt was decided in the S.R. Bommai case that secularism is a basic feature of the Constitution of India CAccording to the Supreme Court, the concept of secularism means that the ‘State’ will have no religion DThe word ‘secular’ was introduced under the Constitution by the 44th Amendment

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