Polity Jkssb Polity Set 2 Mcqs (241 MCQs) | JKSSB & SSC Quiz

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Question 221 Discuss

Which among the following Articles of the Indian Constitution deal with 'Right to Freedom of Religion'?

A
Article 21-24
B
Article 60-65
C
Article 25 − 28
D
Article 30 − 35

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

Articles 25 to 28 in Part III of the Constitution guarantee the Right to Freedom of Religion, ensuring secularism and religious liberty for all individuals in India.
Question 222 Discuss

What is the minimum age to become a member of Rajya Sabha?

A
30
B
40
C
25
D
35

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: A

According to Article 84(b) of the Indian Constitution, a person must be at least 30 years of age to be qualified to become a member of the Rajya Sabha.
Question 223 Discuss

The idea of has been borrowed from the Constitution of erstwhile USSR (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics).

A
Fundamental Rights
B
(B) Both Fundamental Duties and Fundamental Rights
C
Fundamental Duties
D
Preamble

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

The concept of Fundamental Duties (Article 51A) was added to the Indian Constitution inspired by the constitution of the erstwhile Soviet Union (USSR).
Question 224 Discuss

The Indian political system is often described as a federal system with a strong unitary bias. Which feature gives it this unitary bias?

A
Concurrent list
B
States list
C
Single citizenship
D
Dual citizenship

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

Unlike typical federations (like the USA) that have dual citizenship, India provides for a single national citizenship, reflecting a strong unitary bias to promote national integration.
Question 225 Discuss

Which of the following is an example of constitutional bodies in India

A
Food Corporation of India
B
National Human Rights Commission
C
Law Commission of India
D
The Election Commission of India

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: D

The Election Commission of India is a constitutional body because it derives its authority, mandate, and existence directly from Article 324 of the Indian Constitution.
Question 226 Discuss

In India, the total number of members in the Legislative Council of a State having such a Council shall not exceed…… of the total number of members in the Legislative Assembly of that State.

A
one-third
B
one-fifth
C
one-fourth
D
two-third

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: A

Article 171(1) of the Constitution mandates that the total number of members in the Legislative Council of a State shall not exceed one-third of the total members in its Legislative Assembly.
Question 227 Discuss

Executive power of an Indian State is vested in .

A
Council of Ministers
B
Governor
C
Prime Minister
D
Chief Minister

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

Article 154(1) of the Indian Constitution states that the executive power of the State shall be vested in the Governor and exercised by him either directly or through subordinate officers.
Question 228 Discuss

Which of the following is the tenure of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India?

A
5 years
B
6 years
C
4 years
D
7 years

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

According to the CAG (Duties, Powers and Conditions of Service) Act, 1971, the Comptroller and Auditor General of India holds office for a term of six years or until the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
Question 229 Discuss

In which of the following Schedule of the Indian Constitution the 'Concurrent List' is given?

A
6th
B
8 th
C
5 th
D
7 th

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: D

The Seventh Schedule of the Indian Constitution distributes legislative powers between the Union and the States through three lists: the Union List, State List, and Concurrent List.
Question 230 Discuss

Which of the following is correct regarding Conditions of Governor's office? I. The Governor can hold any other office of profit. II. The Governor shall be entitled without payment of rent to the use of his official residences.

A
Both I and II
B
Neither I nor II
C
Only II
D
Only I

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

Article 158 strictly prohibits the Governor from holding any other office of profit, making Statement I incorrect, but entitles them to the use of an official residence rent-free.