1. To find a solution to the Punjab crisis
2. To examine Centre-State relations
3. To resolve dispute over sharing of Cauveri waters
4. To examine the working of the public sector undertakings
Option “2” is correct In 1983, the Central government appointed a three-member Commission on Centre–state relations under the chairmanship of R S Sarkaria, a retired judge of the Supreme Court.26 The commission was asked to examine and review the working of existing arrangements between the Centre and states in all spheres and recommend appropriate changes and measures.
792. In which year was Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) founded?
1. 1949
2. 1997
3. 1972
4. 1999
Option “4” is correct The rise of regional political parties in different states changed the situation.Regional parties have demanded more and more autonomy for states.
793. During an emergency all of the following fundamental rights are suspended, except –
1. Freedom of association
2. Freedom of speech and expression
3. Right to Life and Personal Liberty
4. Freedom of assembly without arms
Option “3” is correct During an emergency Right to Life and Personal Liberty cannot be suspended.
794. From which of the following are the Fundamental duties adopted?
1. French Constitution
2. Indian Constitution
3. Spanish Constitution
4. USSR Constitution
Option “4” is correct Fundamental duties are adopted from USSR constitution.The Fundamental Duties are defined as the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India.
795. The Rajya Sabha members retired after every _____ years.
1. 15
2. 12
3. 9
4. 2
Option “4” is correct The Rajya Sabha members are elected for a term of 6 years and one third members retired after every two years.
796. In which of the following article makes special provisions for the administration of certain areas called “Scheduled areas” in other than Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram.
1. Art 243B
2. Art 244
3. Art 245
4. Art 334
Option “2” is correct Article 244 in Part X of the Constitution envisages a special system of administration for certain areas designated as scheduled areas and tribal areas.
797. Who appoints Governor of a state in India?
1. Prime Minister of India
2. Council of Minister
3. Judge of Supreme Court
4. President of India
Option “4” is correct The Governor of the States of India is appointed by the President of India for a period of five years.
798. What is the literal meaning of ‘Certiorari’?
1. We command
2. To have the body of
3. To forbid
4. To be certified (or) to be informed
Option “4” is correct Literally, ‘Certiorari’ means-To be certified (or) to be informed. It can be issued by Supreme Court or any High Court for quashing the order already passed by an inferior court, quasi-judicial body or or judicial tribunal.
799. Who among the following is not a member of any of the two houses of our country?
1. Prime Minister
2. Finance Minister
3. President
4. Railway Minister
Option “3” is correct President is not a member of any of the two houses of Parliament.
800. Who among the following is directly responsible to Parliament for all matters concerning the Defence Services of India?
1. Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs
2. President
3. Prime Minister
4. Defence Minister
Option “4” is correct The principal task of the Defence Ministry is to obtain policy directions of the Government on all defence and security related matters and communicate them for implementation by all defence forces. Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman is defence minister of India.
