Constitutional Bodies — Set 1
Indian Polity · संवैधानिक निकाय · Questions 1–10 of 80
Which Article of the Indian Constitution establishes the Election Commission of India?
Correct Answer: B. Article 324
Article 324 provides for the superintendence, direction, and control of elections. It vests these powers in the Election Commission of India. The commission is responsible for elections to Parliament and State Legislatures.
Who is described as the 'Guardian of the Public Purse' in India?
Correct Answer: D. The Comptroller and Auditor General
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) acts as the guardian of the public purse. He audits the accounts of the Union and State governments. He ensures that money is spent according to legislative approval.
Who appoints the Chairman and members of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)?
Correct Answer: B. President
The President of India appoints the Chairman and members of the UPSC. This power is exercised under Article 316 of the Constitution. They hold office for a term of six years or until the age of 65.
The Finance Commission is constituted by the President every?
Correct Answer: A. 5 years
The Finance Commission is constituted every five years. The President can also constitute it earlier if he considers it necessary. It is established under Article 280 of the Constitution.
Which Article of the Constitution deals with the office of the Attorney General of India?
Correct Answer: D. Article 76
Article 76 establishes the office of the Attorney General of India. He is the highest law officer in the country. He is appointed by the President and holds office during his pleasure.
Which Constitutional Amendment conferred constitutional status on the National Commission for Backward Classes?
Correct Answer: D. 102nd Amendment
The 102nd Constitutional Amendment Act of 2018 gave it constitutional status. It inserted a new Article 338B into the Constitution. Previously, it was a statutory body under the NCBC Act of 1993.
To whom does the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) submit his audit reports relating to the accounts of the Union?
Correct Answer: B. President
The CAG submits his Union audit reports to the President. The President then causes them to be laid before both Houses of Parliament. For State accounts, he submits reports to the Governor.
Who has the power to remove a member of the Union Public Service Commission?
Correct Answer: A. President
The President can remove a UPSC member. Removal is possible only on grounds of misbehavior after an inquiry by the Supreme Court. The advice of the Supreme Court in this regard is binding.
Currently, the Election Commission of India consists of how many Election Commissioners (including the CEC)?
Correct Answer: A. Three
The Election Commission currently consists of three members. This includes one Chief Election Commissioner and two other Election Commissioners. It became a multi-member body permanently in 1993.
Which Article deals with the Advocate General of the State?
Correct Answer: D. Article 165
Article 165 provides for the office of the Advocate General for the State. He is the highest law officer in the state. He is appointed by the Governor.