All 12 Schedules — Set 12
Constitution Special · सभी 12 अनुसूचियां · Questions 111–120 of 140
What does the First Schedule describe regarding the territorial extent of states?
Correct Answer: B. States' names and their territories as described in the Schedule
The First Schedule describes the territorial extent of each State and Union Territory by naming the territories they comprise. For example, it specifies which former princely states, provinces, or regions were merged to form each State. Amendments to state boundaries through reorganization require changing the First Schedule through laws made under Articles 2, 3, and 4.
Under the Seventh Schedule, which list contains 'Stock exchanges and futures markets'?
Correct Answer: C. Union List
Stock exchanges and futures markets are subjects in the Union List (List I) of the Seventh Schedule. Parliament has exclusive power to make laws regarding stock exchanges. The Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act 1956 and SEBI Act 1992 were enacted by Parliament. This centralized regulation ensures uniform standards for capital markets across India.
Which constitutional amendment added both the Eleventh and Twelfth Schedules to the Constitution?
Correct Answer: B. 73rd added Eleventh; 74th added Twelfth
The Eleventh Schedule (for Panchayats) was added by the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992 and the Twelfth Schedule (for Municipalities) was added by the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992. Both amendments were passed in the same year and are together known as the 'Nagarpalika and Panchayat Amendments.' They came into force in April and June 1993 respectively.
Under the Sixth Schedule, which body can dissolve an Autonomous District Council?
Correct Answer: B. The Governor of the State
Under the Sixth Schedule, the Governor has the power to dissolve an Autonomous District Council (ADC). The Governor can dissolve an ADC and, in the absence of proper administration, assume all or any of the functions of the ADC. The Governor's orders under the Sixth Schedule are not subject to challenge in any court on the ground of inconsistency with constitutional provisions regarding elections.
Which of the following is a subject exclusive to the Union List under the Seventh Schedule?
Correct Answer: C. Posts and telegraphs
Posts and telegraphs, including telephones, wireless, broadcasting and other forms of communication, are subjects in the Union List (List I) of the Seventh Schedule. Parliament has exclusive power to legislate on communications. The Indian Post Office Act and Telecom laws are enacted by Parliament. Public health is in the State List, while criminal law and transfer of property are in the Concurrent List.
The Ninth Schedule currently contains laws related to which of the following categories?
Correct Answer: B. Land reform laws, nationalization laws, and various state protective legislation
The Ninth Schedule contains various categories of laws including land reform and zamindari abolition laws, nationalization laws (like bank nationalization), laws fixing ceiling on agricultural landholdings, and various other state legislation that were added for protection. The schedule has grown from 13 laws in 1951 to over 284 laws. Some laws added later relate to state reservation policies in education and employment.
Under the Second Schedule, which official's salary is related to Article 164?
Correct Answer: C. State Minister
Article 164 of the Constitution deals with State Ministers, and the Second Schedule specifies the salaries and allowances of State Ministers, including the Chief Minister. The emoluments and allowances of State Ministers are charged to the Consolidated Fund of the respective State. States can also fix additional emoluments for their ministers through state legislation.
Under the Tenth Schedule, what is the status of the Speaker's decision regarding disqualification petitions after the Kihoto Hollohan case?
Correct Answer: B. The decision is subject to judicial review by High Courts and Supreme Court
After the Kihoto Hollohan case of 1992, the Supreme Court held that the Speaker's decision under the Tenth Schedule on disqualification petitions is subject to judicial review by High Courts and the Supreme Court. Courts can review the Speaker's decision on grounds of mala fide, patent illegality, or violation of principles of natural justice. However, courts will not interfere during the pendency of proceedings before the Speaker.
Which schedule would govern a dispute about whether a member of the Jharkhand Vidhan Sabha defected from their party?
Correct Answer: C. Tenth Schedule
A dispute about defection by a member of the Jharkhand Vidhan Sabha (State Legislative Assembly) would be governed by the Tenth Schedule (Anti-Defection Law) under Article 191(2) of the Constitution. The Speaker of the Jharkhand Vidhan Sabha would be the deciding authority for such a petition. The Tenth Schedule applies to all state legislatures as well as Parliament.
In the Eighth Schedule, which language is associated with the state of Assam?
Correct Answer: C. Both Assamese and Bodo
Both Assamese and Bodo are languages listed in the Eighth Schedule that are associated with Assam. Assamese is the principal language of Assam and has been in the Eighth Schedule since 1950. Bodo, the language of the Bodo tribe of Assam, was added to the Eighth Schedule through the 92nd Constitutional Amendment in 2003. Assam also has significant Bengali-speaking population.