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General Studies II

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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) functions under which ministry/department in India?
A Ministry of Defence
B Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT)
C Ministry of Law and Justice
D Ministry of Home Affairs
Correct Answer:  B. Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT)
EXPLANATION

CBI operates under the Department of Personnel and Training within the Prime Minister's Office framework.

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Which Supreme Court judgment established the principle of 'Doctrine of Pleasure' limitations on executive powers?
A Indira Sawhney v. Union of India
B Rameshwar Prasad v. Election Commission
C Sukhdev Singh v. Bhatnagar
D R.C. Cooper v. Union of India
Correct Answer:  C. Sukhdev Singh v. Bhatnagar
EXPLANATION

Sukhdev Singh case restricted the 'Doctrine of Pleasure' principle in government employment.

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In the context of Indian federalism, which list of the Constitution grants residual powers to the Union Government?
A Union List
B State List
C Concurrent List
D Residual List
Correct Answer:  A. Union List
EXPLANATION

The Union List contains subjects under exclusive Union jurisdiction, and the Constitution grants residual powers to the Union.

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Which of the following correctly describes the purpose of 'Sunset Clauses' in legislation?
A To provide legal protection to sunset industries
B To automatically repeal or review laws after a specified period
C To allow evening debates in legislatures
D To restrict working hours during evening sessions
Correct Answer:  B. To automatically repeal or review laws after a specified period
EXPLANATION

Sunset Clauses are provisions that automatically expire or trigger a review of legislation after a predetermined period, ensuring laws remain relevant and effective through periodic reassessment.

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According to the Directive Principles of State Policy, which of the following is NOT a directive?
A The state shall strive to promote the welfare of the people
B The state shall ensure citizens' right to property without any restriction
C The state shall minimize inequality in income and status
D The state shall protect monuments of national importance
Correct Answer:  B. The state shall ensure citizens' right to property without any restriction
EXPLANATION

Directive Principles do not include an unrestricted right to property. In fact, Article 31C allows laws to be made to implement the Directive Principles even if they may curtail property rights.

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Which of the following is a characteristic feature of 'Cooperative Federalism' in the Indian context?
A Complete autonomy of states in all matters
B Central government dominance over all state functions
C Collaborative relationship between Union and states for common objectives
D States forming political alliances against the center
Correct Answer:  C. Collaborative relationship between Union and states for common objectives
EXPLANATION

Cooperative Federalism refers to the collaborative approach where Union and state governments work together through mechanisms like GST Council, Finance Commission, and inter-state councils to achieve common national objectives.

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Which right is NOT included in the Fundamental Duties under Article 51A of the Constitution?
A To uphold the constitution and respect its values
B To abide by the Constitution and respect national symbols
C To acquire property and accumulate wealth without restrictions
D To defend the country and render national service
Correct Answer:  C. To acquire property and accumulate wealth without restrictions
EXPLANATION

The Fundamental Duties do not include an unrestricted right to acquire property. Article 51A emphasizes duties like constitutional allegiance, national integration, and environmental protection.

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Which Constitutional amendment established the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) as a constitutional body?
A 89th Amendment
B 92nd Amendment
C 95th Amendment
D 98th Amendment
Correct Answer:  A. 89th Amendment
EXPLANATION

The 89th Amendment Act of 2003 converted the NCSC into a constitutional body with wider jurisdiction and powers, separating it from the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes.

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Which of the following best explains the concept of 'Constitutional Morality'?
A Adherence to moral values prescribed by religious texts
B Conduct of public officials according to constitutional principles and values
C Enforcement of traditional customs through legal provisions
D Government's responsibility to promote religious education
Correct Answer:  B. Conduct of public officials according to constitutional principles and values
EXPLANATION

Constitutional Morality refers to the conduct and behavior expected from those who exercise constitutional authority, ensuring alignment with constitutional principles and democratic values.

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Which of the following best describes 'Judicial Review' in the Indian Constitution?
A The power of courts to review and strike down unconstitutional laws
B The power of the President to review judicial decisions
C The power of the legislature to review court judgments
D The power of the executive to review administrative actions
Correct Answer:  A. The power of courts to review and strike down unconstitutional laws
EXPLANATION

Judicial Review empowers courts to examine the constitutionality of laws and executive actions, ensuring constitutional supremacy.

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