Quiz On Indian Polity And Governance With Answers: Set 9

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1. Who administers the oath of office to President?

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The Chief Justice of India administers the oath of office to the President. This is because the President is the head of the state and the Chief Justice of India is the highest-ranking judicial authority in the country. The oath of office is a formal declaration made by the President, affirming their commitment to uphold the Constitution and fulfill their duties faithfully. As the custodian of the Constitution, it is fitting that the Chief Justice of India administers this oath to ensure its sanctity and legality.

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This quiz assesses knowledge on Indian Polity and Governance, covering the powers of the Prime Minister, responsibilities of the Council of Ministers, and historical sequences of Vice-Presidents and... see morePrime Ministers. It's ideal for students and aspirants preparing for competitive exams. see less

2. Among the following, which is not the power of Prime Minister?

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The Prime Minister does not have the power to appoint the Lok Sabha speaker. The speaker of the Lok Sabha is elected by the members of the Lok Sabha themselves. The Prime Minister, however, does have the power to advise the President, head the government, and recommend the names of ministers for appointment.

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3. The Council of Ministers is responsible to?

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The Council of Ministers is responsible to the Lok Sabha, collectively. The Lok Sabha is the lower house of the Parliament in India and holds the power to make decisions and pass laws. The Council of Ministers, headed by the Prime Minister, is accountable to the Lok Sabha and must answer to its members. The Lok Sabha collectively represents the people of India, making it the appropriate body for the Council of Ministers to be responsible to.

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4. In the year 2006, which programme has been announced for the welfare of minorities?

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In the year 2006, the 15-point programme was announced for the welfare of minorities.

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5. Arrange the following Prime Ministers as to who came first and who later:1. Charan Singh2. I.K. Gujral3. H.D. Deva Gowda4. V.P. Singh

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Charan Singh came first, followed by V.P. Singh, then H.D. Deva Gowda, and finally I.K. Gujral.

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6. Out of the following States which state shares boundaries with the maximum number of states in India?1. Karnataka2. Andhra Pradesh3. Tamil Nadu4. Kerala

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Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh share boundaries with the maximum number of states in India. This means that these two states have the highest number of neighboring states compared to the other options.

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7. Under which of the following is the salary of the Governor charged?

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The salary of the Governor is charged under the Consolidated fund of State. The Consolidated fund of State is a fund created by the state government to consolidate all its revenues, including taxes, duties, and fees. It is used to meet the expenses of the state government, including the salary and allowances of the Governor. The Consolidated fund of India, on the other hand, is the fund created by the central government to consolidate all its revenues and meet its expenses. The Contingency fund of the state is a separate fund used for unforeseen expenses and emergencies.

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8. Arrange the following Vice-Presidents of India as to who came first and who later.1. VV Giri2. B.D. Jatti3. S.D. Sharma     4. M. Hidayatullah

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The correct order of the Vice-Presidents of India, from earliest to latest, is 1. VV Giri, 2. B.D. Jatti, 3. M. Hidayatullah, and 4. S.D. Sharma.

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9. Which of the following department doesn't belong to the ministry of rural & urban development?

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The department of Water resources does not belong to the ministry of rural & urban development. This is because water resources are typically managed by separate ministries or departments that focus specifically on water management and conservation. The ministry of rural & urban development may have departments related to rural development and drinking water supply, but water resources would fall under a different ministry or department.

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10. Special Central Assistance was launched in the year 1974. It helps which category of people?

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Special Central Assistance was launched in the year 1974 to provide financial assistance and support to the Scheduled Tribes (ST) category of people. This assistance aims to uplift and empower the tribal communities by addressing their specific needs and promoting their overall development.

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Who administers the oath of office to President?
Among the following, which is not the power of Prime Minister?
The Council of Ministers is responsible to?
In the year 2006, which programme has been announced for the welfare...
Arrange the following Prime Ministers as to who came first and who...
Out of the following States which state shares boundaries with the...
Under which of the following is the salary of the Governor charged?
Arrange the following Vice-Presidents of India as to who came first...
Which of the following department doesn't belong to the ministry of...
Special Central Assistance was launched in the year 1974. It helps...
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