UPSC Prelims Mock Test 8 - GS Paper 1 Free Test Series

UPSC Prelims Mock Test Series 8 – GS Paper 1

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1. The Union executive consists of which of the following offices?
1.President
2.Prime minister
3.Governor
4.Council of Ministers
Select the correct answer using the code given below
(a) 1, 2 , 3 and 4
(b) 1, 2 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 4 only

2. Consider the following statements regarding the functions of Governor
1.As the nominee of the Central Government, the Governor acts according to the aid and advice of the Central government.
2.The Governor works as a channel of communication between the Centre and State governments.
Select the correct answer using the following codes:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

3.The term “Graded Surveillance Measure” is related to:
(a) Surveillance on the securities that has abnormal price rise in the capital market
(b) Strategy developed to bring down the air pollution levels in major cities of India
(c) Comprehensive system for effective policing through e- Governance.
(d)An online tool to measure the progress in learning outcomes for students in secondary education.

4.Identify the parliamentary privileges that is/are guaranteed under the constitution:
1.Freedom of speech in parliament
2.Right of publication of parliamentary proceedings
3.Right to punish for contempt of court
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 and 3 only
(b)1 and 2 only
(c)2 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

5. Consider the following statements:
1.Central Government can declare a whole state as a disturbed area under the powers conferred by the Armed Forces Special Powers Act.
2.The Act empowers security forces to arrest anyone without prior notice.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

6.Consider the following statements regarding censure motion:
1.It can be moved against an individual minister only.
2.It should state the reasons for its adoption in Lok sabha.
3.If it is passed in the Lok Sabha, the council of ministers need not resign from the office.
Which of the following statements given above is/are not correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

7.Consider the following statements:
1.Non tax revenues account for almost 60% of the total revenue receipts in India.
2.Government can further increase the non tax revenue by the sale of lands under Public Sector Units, disinvestment.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

8.Consider the following statements
1.The Governor of a state is appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal.
2.To be appointed as Governor, a person should be at least 30 years old.
3.When a Governor discharges the responsibilities of more than one state, he/she should act on the advice of the council of ministers of the respective states.
Select the correct statements using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 2 only
(d)1,2 and 3

9.Consider the following statements with reference to statutory grants given under article 275:
1.Statutory grants are given to the states on the recommendation of the finance commission.
2.They are given by the Parliament to the states which are in need of financial assistance and not to every state.
Which of the following statements given above is /are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

10. Consider the statements regarding private member bill.
1.It is a bill introduced by any member of parliament who is not a minister
2.Its introduction in the house requires one month notice
3.It is drafted by the concerned department based on the request forwarded by the private member.
Which of the following statements given above is /are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

11. Which of the following statements is not true regarding the condition of Governor’s office?
(a) The Governor cannot hold any other office of profit during the term of his offices.
(b) The Governor is entitled to such emoluments, allowances and privileges as may be determined by the Parliament.
(c) Where the same person is appointed Governor of two or more States, his emoluments are allocated amongst the States in such proportion as the Parliament may determine.
(d) The Governor shall not be an MP or MLA at the time of appointment

12. Which of the following crops has/have the benefits under Minimum Support Price?
1.Bajra
2.Urad
3.Tur Dal
4.Rubber
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1,2 and 3 only
(b)2,3 and 4 only
(c)1,3 and 4 only
(d) 1,2,3 and 4

13. The work and conduct of the Speaker cannot be discussed and criticized in the Lok sabha except on which of the following motion?
(a)Substantive motion
(b)Substitute motion
(c)Subsidiary motion
(d)Privilege motion

14. Consider the statements regarding National Manufacturing Competitiveness Programme (NMCP):
1. The main objective of the NMCP is to enhance the global competitiveness of Large Scale Industries of India.
2. Lean Manufacturing Competitiveness Scheme is one of the major components of the NMCP.
Which of the above statements is/are true?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

15. Which of the following statements is/are true regarding the immunities enjoyed by the Governor
1.Governor shall not be answerable to any Court for the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of his office
2.No criminal proceedings can be instituted or continued in any court against a Governor during his term of office
Choose the correct answer from the options given below
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

16. With reference to the Goods and Services Tax, consider the following statements:
1. The monthly GST collection has steadily increased over the last year.
2. Once taxes are fixed, tax rate rationalisation is not possible for the goods under GST.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

17. Consider the following statements regarding the Prime Minister of India.
1.He can bring about the collapse of the council of ministers by resigning from office.
2.He advises the president with regard to summoning and proroguing of the sessions of the parliament.
3.He assists the president in the allocation and shuffling of various portfolios among the ministers.
Which of the following statements given above is /are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

18. Which of the following statements is/are not a reason for disqualification of a member of parliament?
(a) If any independently elected member joins any political party
(b) If he votes or abstains from voting in the House contrary to any direction given by his political party .
(c) If any nominated member joins any political party before completing a period of 6 months in the house.
(d) If he voluntarily gives up the membership of the political party on whose ticket he is elected to the house.

19.Which of the following statements best describes procedural justice?
(a) A fair distribution of income and wealth.
(b) An assurance that punishment should fit the crime.
(c) Decisions should be made in accordance with an established set of rules.
(d) Every offender should be given a chance to defend himself before a court of law.

20. Which of the following is/are reasons for India to adopt federalism?
1. Geographical and cultural diversity of India.
2. Economic backwardness of certain areas.
3. Demand for a higher degree of sovereignty by the provinces.
Select the correct statements using the codes given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3

21. Which of the following organisations is working on charting out a “digital tax” and recently organised a digital economy summit for the purpose?
(a) ASEAN
(b) G 20
(c) European Union
(d) World Trade Organisation

22. Consider the following statements with reference to Youth Parliament:
1. The scheme of youth parliament was started on the recommendation of first all India whips conference
2. The programme is introduced at the state levels and the ministry of parliamentary affairs provides necessary training.
Which of the following statements given above is /are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

23. Surjit Bhalla Committee recently seen in the news is related to,
(a) Education Sector Reforms
(b) National Health Policy
(c) Trade and Export
(d) National Common Mobility Card

24. Consider the following statement regarding the discretionary power of Governor:
1.Situational discretionary powers available to Governor is similar to the situational discretionary powers of the President
2.The constitutional discretionary powers of Governor is larger than that of the President
Choose the correct statements using the codes given below
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

25. INS Viraat and INS Vikrant are:
(a) Nuclear powered submarines
(b) Stealth guided missile destroyers
(c) Aircraft carriers
(d) Anti submarine warfare corvettes

26.Which one of the following is part of the electoral college for the election of the President of India but does not form part of the forum for his impeachment ?
(a) Lok Sabha
(b) Rajya Sabha
(c) State Legislative Councils
(d) State Legislative Assemblies

27. Consider the following statements:
1. Money bills and financial bills can be introduced only on the recommendation of the president.
2. All financial bills are money bills but all money bills are not financial bills.
Which of the following statements given above is /are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

28. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Cabinet’:
1.The word cabinet is not mentioned in the constitution of India.
2.Its decisions are binding on all ministers.
Which of the following statements given above is /are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

29 . Consider the following statements regarding the Inter-State council(ISC):
1.The President can establish the council and define the nature of duties to be performed by such council.
2.It is constituted as a permanent institution to look into the matters between the state and between the centre and states.
3.The first ISC was established based on the recommendations made by Sarkaria Commission in 1990.
Which of the following statements given below is/ are true?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 3 only

30. Match the following:

Tribes/Tribal Language	States
a. Garo	1. Madhya Pradesh
b. Halbi	2. Jharkhand
c. Khadia	3. Tripura
d. Ol Chiki	4. West Bengal

Select codes given below:
(a) a-3 b-1 c-2 d-4
(b) a-4 b-1 c-2 d-3
( c) a-3 b-2 c-1 d-4
(d) a-2 b-3 c-1 d-4
select the correct answer using the code

31. Which of the following is/are not the features of a federation?
1. Integrated Judiciary 2. Written constitution 3. Independent judiciary 4. All India services
5. Flexibility of constitution
Choose the correct answer from the options given below
(a) 1,3 and 4 only
(b) 1,3,4 and 5 only
(c) 2,4 and 5 only
(d) 1,4 and 5 only

32.With reference to the POCSO Act, consider the following statements:
1.The Act defines a child as any person below 18 years of age.
2.Special Courts are designated for recording of evidence, investigation and speedy trial of offences.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

33.Which one of the following statements is correct ? The Prime Minister of India:
(a) is free to choose his ministers only from among those who are members of either House of the Parliament.
(b) can choose his cabinet colleagues after due counselling by the President of India in this regard
(c) has only limited powers in the choice of his cabinet colleagues because of the discretionary power vested with the President of India.
(d) has full discretion in the choice of persons who are to serve as ministers in his cabinet

34. Consider the following statements regarding the Chief Minister of a state:
1.He/she can recommend the dissolution of the state assembly to the Governor
2.Chief Minister’s salary and allowances are determined by the state legislature
Choose the correct statements using the codes given below
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

35. Consider the following statements:
1.Most of the Indian states have a bicameral system.
2.A State legislative council does not exist in the states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Karnatka, and Telangana.
3. The President can create or abolish a legislative council if the legislative assembly of the state passes a resolution to that effect.
Which of the statements given above is/are not true?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3

36. Which of the following statements is not true?
(a) The term ‘federation’ has nowhere been mentioned in the constitution of India
(b) Indian federation is the result of an agreement by the states
(c) Indian federalism is referred to as an asymmetrical federation
(d) Central Government is more empowered than the states in Indian federalism

37. With reference to the discretionary powers of President and Governor, consider the following statements:
1.The scope of using discretionary power has reduced significantly in the past three decades owing to growth of coalition politics.
2.The discretionary powers enjoyed by governor are wider than those enjoyed by President.
Which of the above statements are true?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

38. Consider the following statements regarding triple talaq in India:
1.In August 2017, the Indian Supreme Court declared that Triple Talaq has no constitutional protection under Article 25(1).
2.The The Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Act, 2019 declared all form of Talaq illegal and unconstitutional in India.
According to the Act a police officer may arrest an accused person without a warrant.
Which among the above given statements is/are true?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1 and 2 only

39.With reference to the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers, consider the following statements:
1.It is an intergovernmental organization responsible for promoting the stability of the Internet.
2.It has the sole authority to control spam and the type of content that can be spread over the internet.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

40. Under which of the following circumstances the members of the state legislative assembly is/are disqualified ?
1.If he holds any office of profit under the Union or State.
2.If he is disqualified under the provisions of 10th schedule.
3.If he fails to lodge an account of his election expenses within the time.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3

41. Consider the following statements regarding the Council of Ministers in state
1.The total number of ministers including the chief minister in the council of ministers in a state shall not exceed 15 per cent of the total strength of the legislative assembly of that state
2.The ministers shall hold office during the pleasure of the Governor.
Choose the correct statements using the codes given below
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

42.Consider the following statements
1. A Unitary form of government may have two or more levels of government but the powers will be vested with the Central Government.
2. A Federal system will definitely have more than one level of government and the powers will be distributed among them
3. A confederation is functionally similar to a federal system but the states have more sovereignty and they can secede if they wish to.
Choose the statements which are correct
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1,2 and 3

43.Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) is a mission of:
(a) NASA
(b)European Space Agency
(c) ISRO
(d)SpaceX

44. The Prime Minister of India is the chairman of which of the following institutions?
1.NITI Aayog
2.National Development council
3.Inter-State council
4.National Human Rights Commission
Select the correct answer using the code given above.
(a)1 and 3 only
(b)1, 3 and 4 only
(c)1, 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2,3 and 4

45. Consider the following statements regarding International Charter ‘Space and Major Disasters’:
1. It is a non-binding charter.
2. Only agencies that are able to provide satellite-based Earth Observation data can be members of the Charter.
3. India is a member of the charter. Which among the given statements is/are true?
(a) 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) All are correct

46.Consider the following statements regarding President election.
1.The Constitution provides that there shall be uniformity in the scale of representation of different states.
2.The vote of an MP has a greater value compared to that of an MLA.
3.Presidential election can be declared void by the supreme court.
Which of the above statements are true ?
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)All the above

47.Which of the following statements are true regarding the Supreme Court of India
1.It is a federal court
2.It is the custodian of the constitution of India
3.It is the highest court of appeal in India
Choose the correct options from the above
(a) 1 and 3
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 only
(d) 1,2 and 3

48. Global Risks report is published by:
(a) World Bank
(b) World Economic Forum
(c) International Monetary Fund
(d) UNCTAD

49. Consider the following statements:
1.Sarojini Naidu was the first woman Chief Minister in India.
2.His resignation or death automatically dissolves the council of ministers and necessitates for fresh elections.
Which of the statements given below is/are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

50. Consider the following statements regarding World’s Top Rivers at Risk report:
1.It is published by International Union for Conservation of Nature.
2. As per the report, five out of top 10 degrading rivers are in Asia alone.
3.While the Nile river is subjected to climate change threat because of high dependency on glacier water, Indus basin faces major threat due to evaporation.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 and 3 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)2 only
(d)All of the above

51. Consider the following statements regarding executive branch of government:
1.The executive cannot make any policy decisions without the permission of the legislature.
2. The permanent executive in India is directly responsible to people.
Which of the above statements are true ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither

52. Trichoderma, phytophora and bacillus thuringenisis are:
(a) Genetically modified varieties of cotton
(b) Biopesticides used in agriculture
(c) Critically endangered plant species
(d) Invasive plant species found in India

53. Which of the following statements regarding the Supreme Court’s Advisory Jurisdiction is not correct?
(a)If a matter is of public importance, President can refer it to Supreme Court for advice.
(b)Supreme Court can reject President’s request for advice in case of matters of public importance.
(c)If the matter referred is related to pre-constitutional treaty/agreement/convention, SC must give advice.
(d)The advice given will have the value of a judgment and it will be binding on the President.

54. Consider the following statements:
1. The maximum strength of the State Legislative Council is fixed at 500 and minimum strength is 25 and it varies within this range depending on the population size of the state.
2. The president can nominate one member from the Anglo Indian Community in the Council if the community is not adequately represented in the assembly based on the recommendations made by the governor.
Which of the statement given below is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

55. Executive based on principle of collective leadership is found in which among the following system of government ?
1.Constitutional Monarchy.
2.Parliamentary Republic.
3.Semi Presidential system.
4.Presidential System.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a)2 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 ,2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 , 3 and 4

56. Which of the following is/are the responsibilities applicable for Ministers of the State Government
1.Collective responsibility
2.Individual responsibility
3.Legal responsibility
Choose the correct answer from the options give below
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3

57.Consider the following statements:
1.The climate in state of Telangana is most suitable for the cultivation of orchids in India.
2.The soil and climatic conditions in the state of Assam is ideal for the cultivation of plantation crops like tea.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

58.Consider the following statements regarding the Judges of the Supreme Court
1.The judges of the Supreme Court are appointed by the President.
2.The salaries and allowances of a Supreme Court judge cannot be varied to their disadvantage under any circumstances.
3.Constitution has not prescribed a minimum age for appointment as a judge of the Supreme Court.
Choose the correct statements using the codes given below
(a)1 and 3 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 2 only
(d)1,2 and 3

59. With reference to the Ebola disease, consider the following statements:
1. The virus is transmitted to people from wild animals and spreads in the human population through human-to-human transmission.
2. Ebola outbreak in 2014 was the first such outbreak ever reported in the case of this disease.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

60. Consider the following statements with reference to the presiding officer of State Legislature:
1. The presiding officer of the state legislative assembly is elected by the assembly itself from amongst its members, hence he can cast his vote in the first Instance.
2. He/she certifies whether a bill is a money bill or not
Which of the following statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

61. The term Special Mention Accounts are most appropriately related to:
(a) Accounts which show symptoms of bad asset quality before being recognised as a Non Performing Asset.
(b) Accounts opened to enhance financial inclusion under Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana
(c) Accounts which are interlinked with SWIFT technology for efficient messaging services related to international transactions.
(d) Accounts which are identified as having high deposits with the bank and thus hold special privileges.

62. Consider the following statements regarding the office of President.
1. The oath of office to the President is administered by the Vice President of India.
2. During the term, he is immune from any criminal proceedings even in respect of his personal acts.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

63. Which of the following statements about High Courts in India is correct?
(a) Constitution does not specify the strength of High Court and leaves it to the discretion of the President.
(b) In India, High Courts doesn’t operate below the Supreme Court.
(c) The territorial jurisdiction of a common High Court is non co- terminus with the territories of the concerned states and union territories.
(d) A distinguished jurist can be appointed as a judge of the High Court.

64.Which of the following are correctly matched?

TigerReserves	States
1. Amrabad Tiger Reserve	Jharkand
2. Simlipal	West Bengal
3. Periyar	Kerala

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c)3 only
(d)1 and 3

65. Consider the following statements regarding State legislature:
1. A minister can participate in the proceedings of a house of which he is not a member.
2. A minister who is not a member of either house can participate in the proceedings of both the houses.
Which of the statements is/are true?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

66.Which of the following is/are functions of Directorate General of Civil Aviation?
1.Registration of civil aircraft.
2.Licensing of pilots and air traffic controllers
3. Granting approval to aircraft maintenance, repair and manufacturing organisations.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3

67.Consider the statements regarding Motihari-Amlekhgunj oil pipeline:
1.It connects Bihar in India with Nepal.
2.It is the first transnational petroleum pipeline from India.
3.It is directly owned by Reliance Industries.
Which of the above statements is/are true?
(a)1 and 2
(b)2 and 3
(c)1 and 3
(d)1, 2 and 3

68.Consider the following statements regarding Iconic Tourist Sites:
1.All the sites included under this scheme are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
2.Cultural sites are only included as entries in it.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

69. Consider the following statements:
1. The Union Ministers shall hold the office during the pleasure of the President of India.
2. The Prime Minister shall communicate to the President about the proposals for legislation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

70. Asian Seabass, Vennamei and Pangasius are:
(a) Recently discovered endemic plant varieties.
(b) Fishes used for aquaculture.
(c) Invasive seaweeds.
(d) Offshore islands in Bay of Bengal.

71. Consider the following statements with reference to Parliament
1. The council of ministers is responsible to the Loksabha and not to Rajya sabha.
2. The Rajyasabha cannot initiate, reject or amend money bills.
3. Approval of Rajya sabha is not necessary for the transfer of matter from the state list to the union or concurrent list.
Which of the statements given is/are true?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

72. Which of the following falls under the original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of India?
1. Any dispute between Centre government and one or more states
2. Any dispute between two or more states
3. Matters regarding enforcement of fundamental rights
Choose the correct answer from the following codes:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3

73. Which one of the following statements is correct?
(a) The entire members belonging to the house of Rajya Sabha are elected by State Legislative Assemblies.
(b) As the Vice-President is the ex- officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, only a member of the Rajya Sabha can contest for the office of the Vice-President.
(c) Both candidates to Loksabha and Rajyasabha can contest anywhere from the country irrespective of their state of residence.
(d) The Constitution of India explicitly prohibits the appointment of a nominated member of Rajya Sabha to the post of a minister

74. Which of the following statements is not true regarding the Chief Minister of a state
(a) The Constitution does not contain any specific procedure for the selection and appointment of the Chief Minister
(b) The Constitution does not require that a person must prove his majority in the legislative assembly before he is appointed as the Chief Minister.
(c) A person who is not a member of the state legislature can be appointed as Chief Minister for six months, within which time, he should be elected to the state legislature
(d) According to the Constitution, the Chief Minister shall be a member of the lower house of a state legislature.

75. Consider the following statements regarding Vienna Convention on Consular Relations:
1. It is an international treaty which deals with consular issues associated with different sovereign countries.
2. India and Pakistan are signatories to the treaty.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
76. A bill shall be deemed as money bills if it contains which of the following provisions:
1. Imposition, remission or abolition ofthetax.
2. Declaring any expenditure as ‘ expenditures charged’ upon Consolidated Fund of India.
3. Receipt of money into the Consolidated Fund of India and Public Accounts of India.
Select the correct answer from the codes given above:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3

77. Neelum Valley, recently seen in the news is in:
(a) Arunachal Pradesh
(b) Andhra Pradesh
(c) Jammu and Kashmir
(d) Uttar Pradesh

78. Consider the following statements regarding the transfer of a High Court judges
1. The President can transfer a judge from one High Court to another after consulting with the Chief Justice of India.
2. He/she can be transferred in public interest or as a measure of punishment.
3. The transferred Judge can challenge the decision in Court.
Choose the statements which are not correct using the following options
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 3 only

79. Which of the following products does/do have GI tag?
1. Odisha Rasagola
2. Hyderabadi Biriyani
3. NagpurOrange
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3

80. Consider the following statements.
1. President can withhold his assent to a money bill.
2. President has suspensive veto over the money bill.
3. President has no veto power with respect to constitutional amendment bill.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3
(b) 3 only
(c) 1 and 2
(d) 1,2 and 3

81. PENCIL Portal recently launched by the government is related to:
(a) Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan
(b) Child Labour
(c) Child Nutrition
(d) Infant Mortality Rate

82. Consider the following statements regarding District and Sessions Judge
1. They work directly under the control of High Court.
2. Appeals against their orders and judgements lie to the High Court
Choose the correct statements using the codes given below
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

83. Consider the following statements regarding office of President:
1. During his term of office, criminal proceedings can be initiated against him only in respect of the personal acts.
2. While Rajendra Prasad was the longest serving President of India, Dr.S. Radhakrishnan was the shortest serving President.
Select the correct statements using the codes given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

84. Consider the following statements regarding the ordinance making power of Governor
1. A Governor can issue ordinances only on those subjects on which the state legislature can make laws.
2. An ordinance issued by him has the same force and effect as an act of the state legislature.
Which of the given statements are not correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

85.Consider the following statements regarding Subordinate judiciary in India:
1.The organisational structure, jurisdiction and nomenclature of the subordinate judiciary are laid down by the Parliament.
2.The district judge is the highest judicial authority in the district.
3.District judge possess original and appellate jurisdiction in civil matters only.
Choose the correct statements
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)3 only
(d)1,2 and 3

86.Consider the following pairs:

Rebel Groups	Country
1. Houthis	Pakistan
2. FARC rebels	Hongkong
3. Kurds	Congo

Which of the following is/are correctly matched?
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)3 only
(c)2 and 3 only
(d)None of the above

87.Consider the following statements.

1.The original constitution provide for a joint sitting for the election of Vice president.
2.Lok sabha has no role to play in the removal of vice president.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

88. Consider the following statements:
1.Among the landscapes covered in the Tiger Census, Central India and Eastern Ghats has witnessed highest absolute increase in the tiger population since 2014 Census.
2.Dampa and Rajaji Tiger reserves are ranked as the best managed tiger reserves in India.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

89. Which of the following statements is not correct regarding writ jurisdiction
(a)Supreme Courts can issue writs that relate with only the Fundamental Rights of citizens
(b)High Courts can issue writs on issues that relate to the Fundamental Rights of citizens as well as for other reasons
(c)The jurisdiction with regards to writs is wider for the Supreme Court as compared to High Courts in India
(d)The writ jurisdiction of the Supreme Court can be extended by the Parliament, but never decreased

90.Which of the following is/are the special powers enjoyed by the Rajya sabha?
1.The resolution for the removal of the Vice president can be initiated only in Rajya sabha.
2.Abolition of State Legislative council
3.Resolution to create new all India services
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 and 2
(b)1 and 3
(c)2 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

91.If the Prime Minister of India belonged to the Upper House of Parliament:
(a)he will not be able to vote in his favour in the event of a no- confidence motion.
(b)he will not be able to speak on the Budget in the Lower House
(c)he can make statements only on the Upper House
(d)he has to become a member of the Lower House within six months after being sworn-in as the Prime Minister

92.Consider the following statements regarding Gram Nyayalayas
1. Gram Nyayalays were established by Parliament through an act.
2. They have both criminal and civil jurisdictions.
3. It is aimed at providing quick and cost effective justice and to reduce the pendency of cases in higher courts.
Choose the correct statements using the codes given below
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3

93. Vishaka guidelines, seen in news is a set of guidelines issued in relation to:
(a) Advanced Pricing Agreement
(b) Environment Protection
(c) Sexual Harassment at Workplace
(d) E governance services

94.Consider the following statements regarding ordinance making the power of the president:
1.The ordinance making power of the president is a parallel power with that of the law-making powers of parliament.
2.An ordinance can be issued only on those subjects in which the parliament can make laws.
3.President can promulgate the ordinance only when both houses are not in session
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

95.With reference to the Asia-Pacific Regional Space Agency Forum, consider the following statements:
1.It was established in 1993 to enhance space activities in the Asia-Pacific region.
2.The annual meetings are jointly organized by organizations of host countries and Indian Space Research Organisation.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

96.Consider the following statements regarding the fate of a bill at the time of dissolution of Lok sabha
1.A bill pending in Lok Sabha and transmitted to it by the RajyaSabha lapses.
2.A bill pending in the Rajya sabha but not passed by the Lok sabha does not lapse.
Which of the following statements given above is /are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

97.Which of the following countries has recently set a new world record by planting 350 million trees in a day to combat desertification and climate change?
(a) Ethiopia
(b)United States of America
(c) Yemen
(d) Brazil

98. Which of the following statements best represents the features of Rights- based approach to development?
1.Focus on process and outcome rather than inputs.
2.Individuals are seen as victims and identifies moral responsibility of rich towards poor.
3.Focus is more on the structural causes of deprivation rather than their manifestation.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1 , 2 and 3

99. Which of the following falls under the original jurisdiction of High Courts in India:
1. Matters of Admiralty
2. Disputes relating to the election of Members of Parliament
3. Enforcement of fundamental rights of citizens
Choose the correct answer from the options give below.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3