WBPSC (West Bengal) - MCQ Practice Questions

The Lokpal investigates and recommends action but does not conduct trials. Criminal prosecutions are undertaken by designated CBI officials, not the Lokpal itself.

Ultra vires means 'beyond the powers.' It refers to administrative actions that exceed the scope of authority granted by law or constitution and can be challenged in courts.

The State Election Commission conducts elections to local bodies. Parliamentary elections are conducted by the Election Commission of India.

In Epuru Sudhakar's case, the Supreme Court held that while the President's clemency power is discretionary, it can be reviewed on grounds of mala fides or gross abuse of power.

The CVC is the apex anti-corruption agency in India and reports directly to the Prime Minister, though it works independently in its investigations.

Articles 123 and 213 respectively authorize ordinances when legislatures are not in session. Both President and Governor have similar ordinance-making powers within their respective domains.

Indian Constitution adopts a system of separation of powers with checks and balances. There is no complete separation but rather a distribution of powers with overlapping functions to maintain constitutional balance.

The 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments established Panchayati Raj institutions and Municipal Corporations with powers over local environmental matters, enabling grassroots participation.

Colourable legislation refers to laws that disguise their true purpose to evade constitutional limitations. Such laws can be struck down as they violate the spirit of the Constitution.

Article 85 empowers the President to dissolve the Lok Sabha on the advice of the Council of Ministers. This typically happens before the end of the five-year term.

Established in Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala, the doctrine prevents constitutional amendments from destroying the Constitution's basic structure, including democracy, federalism, and judicial review.

While judges are appointed by the President (not Governor), and salaries are determined by law, the Governor does dissolve the Assembly on ministerial advice. However, judicial appointments remain a presidential function.

Section 8 of the RTI Act provides exemptions for national security, personal privacy, public safety, and other sensitive matters to balance transparency with legitimate confidentiality concerns.

Delimitation of constituencies for Lok Sabha elections is the function of the Election Commission of India, not the State Election Commission. The State Election Commission handles local body elections like Panchayats and Municipalities.

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), headed by the Prime Minister, is the apex body responsible for disaster management coordination at the national level in India.

The Narasimhan Committee Report (2023) made significant recommendations regarding the functioning, administration, and modernization of subordinate courts and the subordinate judiciary in India.

CAG is an independent constitutional authority who submits audit reports directly to Parliament and State Legislatures. CAG reports to these bodies, not to the executive, ensuring independence.

The principle of Proportionality in administrative law ensures that restrictive measures adopted by an administration are not more than necessary to achieve legitimate aims, balancing individual rights with public interest.

Article 363 of the Indian Constitution provides for the establishment and appointment of the Lokpal. The Lokpal and Lokayukta Act, 2013 provides the statutory framework for this constitutional institution.

Judicial Review is the power of courts to examine the constitutional validity of laws made by the legislature and actions taken by the executive to ensure they don't violate constitutional provisions.