Administration & CM/Governors — Set 7

Correct Answer: B. A system where Commissioner of Police heads urban police directly

The Commissionerate system of policing in UP means that in major cities like Lucknow, Varanasi, Prayagraj, Kanpur, Agra, and Noida, a Commissioner of Police heads the police administration directly. Under this system, the Police Commissioner has magisterial powers. This system was expanded in UP in 2020.

Correct Answer: D. Yogi Adityanath

Yogi Adityanath introduced Anti-Romeo Squads in UP shortly after becoming Chief Minister in 2017. These squads were deployed near schools and colleges to prevent harassment of women. The initiative generated both support and controversy across the political spectrum.

Correct Answer: C. 35 years

As per Article 157 of the Constitution, the minimum age to become the Governor of any state including UP is 35 years. The Governor must also be a citizen of India. The Governor should not be a member of Parliament or any State Legislature.

Correct Answer: B. e-FIR

The UP government launched the e-FIR system to allow citizens to file First Information Reports online for certain categories of crimes. This e-governance initiative reduces the need for physical visits to police stations. It is part of the larger digital policing initiative in the state.

Correct Answer: B. 1967-1968

Chaudhary Charan Singh first served as Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh from 1967 to 1968. He became CM after defecting from Congress with a group of legislators. His second term as CM was from 1970 to 1971. He later went on to become India's Prime Minister in 1979.

Correct Answer: B. Overall development programs and panchayati raj coordination

The Chief Development Officer (CDO) is responsible for coordinating and supervising all development programs at the district level in UP. The CDO oversees the implementation of Panchayati Raj and rural development schemes. The CDO works alongside the District Magistrate in district governance.

Correct Answer: B. B. Gopala Reddi

B. Gopala Reddi served as the Governor of Uttar Pradesh from 1969 to 1979, making him one of the longest-serving Governors of the state. His decade-long tenure saw multiple political changes in the state including the Emergency period. He was a former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh.

Correct Answer: C. 8

The correct answer is 8. As of 2023, Uttar Pradesh has 8 Police Commissionerates covering major urban areas including Lucknow, Varanasi, Prayagraj, Kanpur, Agra, Noida, Gautam Buddh Nagar, and Ghaziabad. The Commissionerate system was expanded significantly from 2020 onwards for better urban policing. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: B. Lucknow Division

The state capital Lucknow falls under the Lucknow Division. The Lucknow Division includes districts such as Lucknow, Hardoi, Lakhimpur Kheri, Raebareli, Sitapur, and Unnao. The Divisional Commissioner of Lucknow Division holds a significant administrative position.

Correct Answer: B. It is the upper house that reviews and suggests amendments to bills

The Vidhan Parishad is the upper house of the UP State Legislature and serves as a reviewing and deliberative chamber. It can suggest amendments to bills passed by the Vidhan Sabha but cannot reject money bills. It provides a platform for experienced persons in various fields to contribute to legislation.