Constitutional Bodies — Set 2
Indian Polity · संवैधानिक निकाय · Questions 11–20 of 80
Who specifies the qualifications for the Chairman and members of the Finance Commission?
Correct Answer: D. Parliament
The Constitution authorizes the Parliament to determine qualifications. Parliament has enacted the Finance Commission (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1951 for this. The Chairman should be a person having experience in public affairs.
Which Article established the National Commission for Scheduled Castes?
Correct Answer: B. Article 338
Article 338 established the National Commission for Scheduled Castes. It investigates all matters relating to safeguards for SCs. The 89th Amendment bifurcated the combined commission for SCs and STs.
Which Article deals with the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes?
Correct Answer: C. Article 338A
Article 338A deals with the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes. It was inserted by the 89th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2003. This body focuses specifically on the rights and safeguards of STs.
The provision for a Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities is contained in which Article?
Correct Answer: A. Article 350B
Article 350B contains this provision. It was inserted by the 7th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1956. The officer investigates matters relating to safeguards for linguistic minorities.
Which Article provides for the establishment of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council?
Correct Answer: D. Article 279A
Article 279A provides for the GST Council. It empowers the President to constitute the Council. The Union Finance Minister acts as its Chairperson.
What is the tenure of the Chief Election Commissioner?
Correct Answer: C. 6 years or 65 years of age
The tenure is 6 years or until the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier. This ensures the independence of the election authority. They can resign earlier or be removed by Parliament.
Who has the right to speak and take part in the proceedings of either House of Parliament without being a member?
Correct Answer: B. Attorney General of India
The Attorney General has the right to speak in Parliament. This right is granted under Article 88. However, he does not have the right to vote in the House.
The Comptroller and Auditor General of India can be removed from office in like manner and on like grounds as a?
Correct Answer: A. Judge of the Supreme Court
The CAG is removed in the same manner as a Supreme Court Judge. This involves a special majority in Parliament. The grounds for removal are proved misbehavior or incapacity.
To whom does the UPSC submit its annual report?
Correct Answer: B. President
The UPSC submits its annual report to the President. The President then places it before both Houses of Parliament. The report explains the commission's work and any non-acceptance of its advice.
Who was the Chairman of the first Finance Commission of India?
Correct Answer: D. K.C. Neogy
K.C. Neogy was the Chairman of the first Finance Commission. It was constituted in 1951. The commission covers the period from 1952 to 1957.