A state government wants to implement a new policy affecting inter-state water resources. Which constitutional provision would primarily govern this?
Answer: B
Article 262 specifically deals with inter-state water disputes and their resolution mechanisms.
Q.2Hard
How many subjects are listed in the Concurrent List (List III) of the Seventh Schedule?
Answer: A
The Concurrent List contains 47 subjects over which both Union and State governments can legislate.
Q.3Hard
The concept of 'Concurrent Jurisdiction' in the Concurrent List implies which of the following?
Answer: C
In the Concurrent List, both Union and State governments can legislate, but Union law takes precedence in case of contradiction.
Q.4Hard
Which of the following statements correctly describes the relationship between Articles 256 and 257 of the Indian Constitution?
Answer: B
Article 256 ensures States comply with Union laws; Article 257 empowers the Union to direct States on specific matters.
Q.5Hard
Which of the following is a characteristic of Indian Federalism?
Answer: B
Indian federalism is 'cooperative federalism' where Parliament can amend the Constitution without state consent, making it different from dual federalism.
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Q.6Hard
Which Supreme Court judgment established the principle of 'Basic Structure Doctrine' in Indian Constitutional law?
Answer: A
The Kesavananda Bharati judgment (1973) established that certain basic features of the Constitution cannot be amended, even by Parliament.
Q.7Hard
Under the Constitution of India, which authority can appoint judges of the High Court?
Answer: B
Article 217 provides that judges of High Courts are appointed by the President in consultation with the Chief Justice of India and the Governor of the State.
Q.8Hard
Which Supreme Court judgment in 2023 made significant changes to bail provisions and criminal procedure?
Answer: C
The Sathananthan judgment brought significant reforms in bail provisions and criminal procedure in 2023.
Q.9Hard
Which of the following constitutional articles deals with the appointment of the Attorney General of India?
Answer: B
Article 76 deals with the appointment of the Attorney General of India by the President.
Q.10Hard
In the context of governance, which committee is tasked with examining the feasibility of implementing Uniform Civil Code in India?
Answer: C
Justice B.N. Srikrishna headed the committee that examined the feasibility and implications of implementing a Uniform Civil Code.
Q.11Hard
The concept of 'Digital India' initiative aims to achieve how many key objectives?
Answer: D
The Digital India initiative was launched with 9 key pillars to transform India into a digitally empowered society.
Q.12Hard
Which state/UT in India has implemented the Maximum City Initiative (MCI) for urban development?
Answer: A
Maharashtra's MCI focuses on integrated urban development of MMR with infrastructure, transportation, and housing improvements.
Q.13Hard
Which of the following constitutes the primary focus of the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) 2024?
Answer: A
NAPCC comprises eight missions addressing renewable energy, energy efficiency, sustainable agriculture, water, Himalayan ecosystem, and others.
Q.14Hard
The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana has achieved which milestone as of 2024?
Answer: A
PMJDY has surpassed 500 million account openings with focus on zero-balance accounts and universal financial inclusion.
Q.15Hard
Which constitutional article mandates the state to provide free and compulsory education to children?
Answer: B
Article 21A (inserted by the 86th Constitutional Amendment, 2002) makes free and compulsory education a fundamental right for children aged 6-14 years.
Q.16Hard
The Right to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 mandates that schools maintain a student-teacher ratio. What is the prescribed ratio for upper primary classes?
Answer: C
RTE Act prescribes a student-teacher ratio of 40:1 for upper primary classes and 30:1 for primary classes to ensure quality education.
Q.17Hard
The Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) focuses on screening children for which conditions?
Answer: B
RBSK screens children in school for birth defects, nutritional deficiencies, diseases, disabilities, and developmental delays through trained health workers.
Q.18Hard
Which constitutional provision specifically addresses the rights of minorities regarding education?
Answer: B
Articles 29 and 30 protect the rights of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice, safeguarding cultural and linguistic diversity.
Q.19Hard
Under the National Nutrition Mission, which age group is identified as the most critical period for nutritional intervention according to the '1000 days' concept?
Answer: A
The '1000 days' window from conception (pregnancy) to 3 years of age is considered the most critical period for nutritional intervention as it affects lifelong health and development.
Q.20Hard
The Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 scheme launched in 2024 represents an evolution of which previous scheme?
Answer: A
Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 is the upgraded version of ICDS, focusing on nutrition and holistic development with enhanced technological integration and coverage.
