Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the abolition of untouchability?
Answer: B
Article 17 explicitly abolishes untouchability and forbids its practice in any form.
Q.162Medium
The 'One Rank One Pension' (OROP) scheme is primarily applicable to which category of employees?
Answer: B
OROP ensures uniform pension for military personnel who retire at the same rank and length of service.
Q.163Medium
As per the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) 2023 data, what is the primary occupation sector in West Bengal by workforce percentage?
Answer: B
The services sector employs the largest percentage of West Bengal's workforce, followed by agriculture.
Q.164Medium
Which constitutional amendment introduced the concept of 'Basic Structure' in Indian constitutional law?
Answer: B
The 42nd Amendment expanded Directive Principles but the Basic Structure doctrine was established by Kesavananda Bharati case interpretation.
Q.165Medium
The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) primarily aims to achieve which developmental goal?
Answer: B
PMJDY focuses on providing basic banking services and financial inclusion to all citizens.
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Q.166Hard
In the context of Indian federalism, which list of the Constitution grants residual powers to the Union Government?
Answer: A
The Union List contains subjects under exclusive Union jurisdiction, and the Constitution grants residual powers to the Union.
Q.167Hard
Which Supreme Court judgment established the principle of 'Doctrine of Pleasure' limitations on executive powers?
Answer: C
Sukhdev Singh case restricted the 'Doctrine of Pleasure' principle in government employment.
Q.168Hard
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) functions under which ministry/department in India?
Answer: B
CBI operates under the Department of Personnel and Training within the Prime Minister's Office framework.
Q.169Hard
Which constitutional commission was tasked with reviewing the working of the Constitution and recommending amendments?
Answer: B
The Venkatachaliah Commission (1999) reviewed the working of the Constitution and suggested reforms.
Q.170Hard
The concept of 'Negative Income Tax' has been theoretically advocated by which Indian economist?
Answer: B
Amartya Sen has theoretically engaged with concepts of universal basic income and negative income tax.
Q.171Hard
Which landmark judgment established that Article 32 (Right to Constitutional Remedies) cannot be suspended even during national emergency?
Answer: C
Minerva Mills established that fundamental rights and Article 32 are part of the basic structure and cannot be suspended.
Q.172Medium
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) was established under which Act?
Answer: B
NGT was established by the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 to handle environmental disputes.
Q.173Medium
In the Indian federal structure, which body has the power to create new states or alter boundaries of existing states?
Answer: B
Parliament has exclusive power to create, alter, or abolish states through constitutional amendments or under Article 3.
Q.174Easy
Which of the following is NOT a function of the West Bengal State Human Rights Commission?
Answer: B
The State Human Rights Commission investigates violations and recommends preventive measures but does not issue currency. Currency issuance is a monetary function of the central bank.
Q.175Easy
Under the Right to Information Act, 2005, what is the maximum time limit for the Central Public Information Officer to provide information to the applicant?
Answer: B
The RTI Act prescribes a maximum of 30 days for providing information under normal circumstances, with an extension of 20 days possible in complex cases.
Q.176Medium
Which of the following statements correctly describes the relationship between the Union and State governments in matters of taxation?
Answer: B
The Seventh Schedule of the Constitution places income tax in the Union List, but subsequent amendments and constitutional provisions allow concurrent taxation. The Union has primary authority while states can levy certain taxes.
Q.177Medium
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has the power to do all of the following EXCEPT:
Answer: B
While NCW investigates and recommends, it cannot issue binding orders. NCW's recommendations are advisory in nature and require government action for implementation.
Q.178Medium
Which constitutional article deals with the power of the Governor to grant pardons and remissions in West Bengal?
Answer: B
Article 161 grants the Governor power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, and remissions of punishment. Article 72 deals with similar presidential powers.
Q.179Easy
The Finance Commission in India is constituted every how many years as per constitutional provision?
Answer: C
Article 280 of the Constitution mandates constitution of the Finance Commission every 5 years to recommend distribution of revenues between Union and States.
Q.180Hard
Which of the following best describes the doctrine of 'Promissory Estoppel' as applied in Indian administrative law?
Answer: B
The doctrine of promissory estoppel, established through judicial precedent, prevents the government from reneging on its promises when citizens have acted in reliance upon them.
