14th June Static Quiz 2021
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14th June Static Quiz 2021 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
In the context of polity, which of the following is/are considered as the essential
characteristics of a welfare state?
1. Equality of opportunity
2. Minimum interference in economic activities of people
3. Public responsibility for deprived sections of society
4. Equitable distribution of wealth
Select the correct answer using code given below.CorrectAnswer: C
A welfare state is a concept of government where the state plays a key role in the protection and
promotion of the economic and social well-being of its citizens. It is based on the principles of
o equality of opportunity,
o equitable distribution of wealth, and
o public responsibility for those unable to avail themselves of the minimal provisions for a good
life.IncorrectAnswer: C
A welfare state is a concept of government where the state plays a key role in the protection and
promotion of the economic and social well-being of its citizens. It is based on the principles of
o equality of opportunity,
o equitable distribution of wealth, and
o public responsibility for those unable to avail themselves of the minimal provisions for a good
life. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
If a member of a state legislative assembly holds an office of profit, who among the following has the final authority to decide his disqualification?
CorrectAnswer: B
IncorrectAnswer: B
- Question 3 of 5
3. Question
The superior virtue of Panchayati raj system lies in the fact that
CorrectAnswer: C
IncorrectAnswer: C
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements:
1. The date of election of the Speaker is fixed by the President.
2. The President administers the oath to the Speaker.
3. It is on the advice of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha that the President prorogues the Lok Sabha.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: A
The President appoints a member of the Lok Sabha as the Speaker Pro Tem. Usually, the seniormost
member is selected for this. The President administers oath to the Speaker Pro Tem not the
Speaker. Hence statement 2 is not correct.Under Article 85(2) of the Constitution, the President may from time to time prorogue Houses or either
House of Parliament. It is called ‘Prorogation’. Prorogation normally follows the adjournment of the
sitting of the House sine die. The presiding officer (Speaker or Chairman) declares the House adjourned
sine die, when the business of a session is completed. Though prorogation follows adjournment sin die, it
is not done on the recommendation of the Presiding officer. It is the Council of Ministers which advises
the President to prorogue Parliament at any time. Hence statement 3 is not correctIncorrectAnswer: A
The President appoints a member of the Lok Sabha as the Speaker Pro Tem. Usually, the seniormost
member is selected for this. The President administers oath to the Speaker Pro Tem not the
Speaker. Hence statement 2 is not correct.Under Article 85(2) of the Constitution, the President may from time to time prorogue Houses or either
House of Parliament. It is called ‘Prorogation’. Prorogation normally follows the adjournment of the
sitting of the House sine die. The presiding officer (Speaker or Chairman) declares the House adjourned
sine die, when the business of a session is completed. Though prorogation follows adjournment sin die, it
is not done on the recommendation of the Presiding officer. It is the Council of Ministers which advises
the President to prorogue Parliament at any time. Hence statement 3 is not correct - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
The Government of India Act,1935 provided for the establishment of
1. An All-India Federation
2. Dyarchy in the provinces
3. Reserve Bank of India
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectAnswer: B
It abolished dyarchy in the provinces and introduced provincial autonomy in its place. Hence,
statement 2 is not correct.IncorrectAnswer: B
It abolished dyarchy in the provinces and introduced provincial autonomy in its place. Hence,
statement 2 is not correct.
