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Q.1Hard General Studies II
Analyze: If a state government wants to implement a new policy affecting land rights of tribal populations, which constitutional provision should be prioritized?
AArticle 25 (Freedom of Religion)
BArticle 46 (Promotion of Educational and Economic Interests of SCs and STs)
CArticle 48 (Organization of Agriculture and Animal Husbandry)
DArticle 51 (Fundamental Duties)
Correct Answer: B. Article 46 (Promotion of Educational and Economic Interests of SCs and STs)
Explanation:
Article 46 specifically mandates the state to promote the educational and economic interests of Scheduled Castes and Tribes, which includes land rights protections.
Evaluate: Which constitutional mechanism can be used by the WBPSC to ensure administrative accountability and transparency in West Bengal?
APublic Interest Litigation (PIL)
BRight to Information (RTI) Act, 2005
CLok Pal and Lok Ayukta institutions
DAll of the above
Correct Answer: D. All of the above
Explanation:
All three mechanisms - PIL through courts, RTI for information access, and Lok Pal/Lok Ayukta for ombudsman functions - work together to ensure administrative accountability.
Which of the following best explains the concept of 'Constitutional Morality'?
AAdherence to moral values prescribed by religious texts
BConduct of public officials according to constitutional principles and values
CEnforcement of traditional customs through legal provisions
DGovernment'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.
Which Constitutional amendment established the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) as a constitutional body?
A89th Amendment
B92nd Amendment
C95th Amendment
D98th 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.