Schedules & Sources — Set 5
Indian Polity · अनुसूचियां और स्रोत · Questions 41–50 of 70
The post of 'Vice-President' is modeled on the constitution of?
Correct Answer: D. USA
The post of Vice-President is modeled on the American Constitution. Like the US Vice-President, the Indian VP acts as the ex-officio Chairman of the Upper House. However, usually, the Indian VP does not succeed the President for the remainder of the term.
Under which List of the Seventh Schedule does 'Police' fall?
Correct Answer: C. State List
'Police' and 'Public Order' are subjects under the State List. This gives state governments the primary responsibility for maintaining law and order. Central forces can assist states but act under specific provisions.
The 'Appointment of State Governors by the Centre' is borrowed from?
Correct Answer: D. Canada
The appointment of Governors by the Centre is borrowed from Canada. In the US, governors are elected. The Canadian model was chosen to ensure the Centre's influence over states and national unity.
Who has the power to determine the salary and allowances of Ministers mentioned in the Second Schedule?
Correct Answer: B. Parliament
Parliament determines the salaries and allowances of Ministers by law. These emoluments are specified in the Second Schedule but are subject to legislative revision. They are charged on the Consolidated Fund.
The feature of 'Bicameralism' (Two Houses) in Parliament is borrowed from?
Correct Answer: C. UK
Bicameralism is a feature borrowed from the British Constitution. The Indian Parliament consists of the Rajya Sabha (Upper House) and Lok Sabha (Lower House). This ensures representation of states and checks hasty legislation.
Who submits a report to the President regarding the administration of Scheduled Areas under the Fifth Schedule?
Correct Answer: A. Governor
The Governor of each state having Scheduled Areas must submit a report to the President annually. The President can give directions to the state regarding the administration of these areas. This ensures central oversight of tribal welfare.
The procedure for the 'Removal of Supreme Court Judges' is borrowed from?
Correct Answer: A. USA
The removal process for judges is borrowed from the USA. It involves an impeachment-like process requiring a special majority in Parliament. This safeguards judicial independence.
The allocation of seats in the Rajya Sabha (Fourth Schedule) is based on?
Correct Answer: B. Population of the State
Seats in the Rajya Sabha are allocated based on the population of the State. This differs from the US Senate where every state gets equal representation. UP has the highest number of seats due to its large population.
The nomination of members to the Rajya Sabha by the President is a feature borrowed from?
Correct Answer: B. Ireland
The correct answer is 'Ireland'. This feature is borrowed from the Irish Constitution. The President nominates 12 members with special knowledge in arts, science, literature, etc. It ensures experts are represented without going through elections.
Which List in the Seventh Schedule contains the most number of subjects?
Correct Answer: D. Union List
The Union List contains the most number of subjects (originally 97, now 100). The State List has 61 (originally 66) and Concurrent has 52 (originally 47). This reflects the strong-centre bias of the Constitution.