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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the Right to Constitutional Remedies under Article 32 of the Indian Constitution:
1. The Supreme Court can issue writs to enforce Fundamental Rights.
2. The Parliament can amend Article 32 to curtail the right to approach the Supreme Court for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights.
3. Article 32 is considered the heart and soul of the Constitution.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?Correct
Answer: Option (A) 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: The Supreme Court has the power to issue writs (like habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, certiorari, and quo warranto) for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights under Article 32.
Statement 2 is incorrect: While Parliament has the power to amend the Constitution, it cannot curtail the right under Article 32, as this is considered part of the basic structure of the Constitution.
Statement 3 is correct: Article 32 has been described by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar as the heart and soul of the Constitution, as it provides individuals with the right to seek remedies for the enforcement of their Fundamental Rights.
Thus, the correct answer is (A) 1 and 3 only.Incorrect
Answer: Option (A) 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: The Supreme Court has the power to issue writs (like habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, certiorari, and quo warranto) for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights under Article 32.
Statement 2 is incorrect: While Parliament has the power to amend the Constitution, it cannot curtail the right under Article 32, as this is considered part of the basic structure of the Constitution.
Statement 3 is correct: Article 32 has been described by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar as the heart and soul of the Constitution, as it provides individuals with the right to seek remedies for the enforcement of their Fundamental Rights.
Thus, the correct answer is (A) 1 and 3 only. -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the Election Commission of India:
1. The Election Commission is a permanent, independent body established by the Constitution of India.
2. The Chief Election Commissioner has a fixed tenure of six years.
3. The decisions of the Election Commission are binding on the government.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?Correct
Answer: Option (C) 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: The Election Commission of India is a permanent, independent body established under Article 324 of the Constitution.
Statement 2 is incorrect: The Chief Election Commissioner does not have a fixed tenure of six years. Instead, the tenure is either six years or until the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
Statement 3 is correct: The decisions and directions of the Election Commission are binding on the government during the election process.
Thus, the correct answer is (A) 1 and 3 only.Incorrect
Answer: Option (C) 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: The Election Commission of India is a permanent, independent body established under Article 324 of the Constitution.
Statement 2 is incorrect: The Chief Election Commissioner does not have a fixed tenure of six years. Instead, the tenure is either six years or until the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
Statement 3 is correct: The decisions and directions of the Election Commission are binding on the government during the election process.
Thus, the correct answer is (A) 1 and 3 only. -
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the National Emergency provisions:
1. A National Emergency can be declared on the grounds of war, external aggression, or armed rebellion.
2. The President can declare a National Emergency only upon the written recommendation of the Cabinet.
3. During a National Emergency, Fundamental Rights under Article 19 are automatically suspended.
4. A National Emergency must be approved by both Houses of Parliament within one month.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?Correct
Answer: Option (C) 1, 2, and 4 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: A National Emergency can be declared under Article 352 on the grounds of war, external aggression, or armed rebellion.
Statement 2 is correct: The President can declare an emergency only upon the written recommendation of the Cabinet.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Only Article 19 rights are suspended automatically during an emergency. Other rights (except Articles 20 and 21) can be suspended by a specific order under Article 359.
Statement 4 is correct: A National Emergency must be approved by both Houses of Parliament within one month.
Thus, the correct answer is (C) 1, 2, and 4 only.Incorrect
Answer: Option (C) 1, 2, and 4 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: A National Emergency can be declared under Article 352 on the grounds of war, external aggression, or armed rebellion.
Statement 2 is correct: The President can declare an emergency only upon the written recommendation of the Cabinet.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Only Article 19 rights are suspended automatically during an emergency. Other rights (except Articles 20 and 21) can be suspended by a specific order under Article 359.
Statement 4 is correct: A National Emergency must be approved by both Houses of Parliament within one month.
Thus, the correct answer is (C) 1, 2, and 4 only. -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) in the Indian Constitution?
1. The Directive Principles are justiciable in nature, like Fundamental Rights.
2. DPSPs aim to create social and economic conditions under which citizens can lead a good life.
3. DPSPs were borrowed from the Irish Constitution.
4. DPSPs can override Fundamental Rights in case of a conflict between the two.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:Correct
Answer: Option (B) 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect: The Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs) are non-justiciable, meaning they cannot be enforced by courts.
Statement 2 is correct: The DPSPs aim to promote social and economic welfare of the people and ensure that citizens can lead a dignified life.
Statement 3 is correct: The concept of DPSPs was borrowed from the Irish Constitution.
Statement 4 is incorrect: In general, Fundamental Rights have primacy over DPSPs, though certain amendments have tried to establish a balance between the two.
Thus, the correct answer is (B) 2 and 3 only.Incorrect
Answer: Option (B) 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect: The Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs) are non-justiciable, meaning they cannot be enforced by courts.
Statement 2 is correct: The DPSPs aim to promote social and economic welfare of the people and ensure that citizens can lead a dignified life.
Statement 3 is correct: The concept of DPSPs was borrowed from the Irish Constitution.
Statement 4 is incorrect: In general, Fundamental Rights have primacy over DPSPs, though certain amendments have tried to establish a balance between the two.
Thus, the correct answer is (B) 2 and 3 only. -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC):
1. The UPSC is a constitutional body established under Article 315 of the Indian Constitution.
2. The Chairman and members of the UPSC can be removed by the President on grounds of misbehavior, but only after an inquiry by the Supreme Court.
3. The UPSC’s recommendations are binding on the government.
4. The UPSC is responsible for conducting exams for appointments to the civil services of the Union.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?Correct
Answer: Option (A) 1, 2, and 4 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is a constitutional body established under Article 315 of the Indian Constitution. It plays a crucial role in recruitment for civil services.
Statement 2 is correct: The Chairman and members of the UPSC can be removed by the President on grounds of misbehavior, but such removal requires an inquiry by the Supreme Court before the President can act.
Statement 3 is incorrect: The recommendations of the UPSC are not binding on the government. The government can accept or reject the recommendations, although usually, they are respected.
Statement 4 is correct: The UPSC is responsible for conducting exams such as the Civil Services Examination, Engineering Services Examination, etc., for appointments to the civil services of the Union.
Thus, the correct answer is (A) 1, 2, and 4 only.Incorrect
Answer: Option (A) 1, 2, and 4 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is a constitutional body established under Article 315 of the Indian Constitution. It plays a crucial role in recruitment for civil services.
Statement 2 is correct: The Chairman and members of the UPSC can be removed by the President on grounds of misbehavior, but such removal requires an inquiry by the Supreme Court before the President can act.
Statement 3 is incorrect: The recommendations of the UPSC are not binding on the government. The government can accept or reject the recommendations, although usually, they are respected.
Statement 4 is correct: The UPSC is responsible for conducting exams such as the Civil Services Examination, Engineering Services Examination, etc., for appointments to the civil services of the Union.
Thus, the correct answer is (A) 1, 2, and 4 only.
