Static Quiz 02 December 2024
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Static Quiz 02 December 2024 For UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Which of the following statements best describes the concept of negative liberty?
CorrectAnswer: (b)
Explanation:Negative Liberty (also known as “freedom from”) emphasizes the absence of external constraints or interference in one’s actions.
Positive Liberty (also known as “freedom to”) emphasizes the presence of opportunities for an individual to achieve their goals.
Liberty conceived by the Preamble or Fundamental Rights is not absolute but qualified.
The ideals of liberty, equality, and fraternity in our Preamble were inspired by the French Revolution (1789-1799).IncorrectAnswer: (b)
Explanation:Negative Liberty (also known as “freedom from”) emphasizes the absence of external constraints or interference in one’s actions.
Positive Liberty (also known as “freedom to”) emphasizes the presence of opportunities for an individual to achieve their goals.
Liberty conceived by the Preamble or Fundamental Rights is not absolute but qualified.
The ideals of liberty, equality, and fraternity in our Preamble were inspired by the French Revolution (1789-1799). - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following statements can be indirectly inferred from the Preamble of the Indian Constitution?
- The Government of India holds ultimate decision-making power.
- The Government of India has exclusive control over land ownership.
How many of the above statements are correct?
CorrectAnswer: (c)
Explanation:
• The term ‘Sovereign’ in the Preamble indicates that India is an independent state with complete decision-making authority, free from external control. Therefore, Statement 1 is correct.
• Indian socialism supports a mixed economy where both the public and private sectors coexist. Consequently, the Government of India holds regulatory authority over land ownership, making Statement 2 correct.IncorrectAnswer: (c)
Explanation:
• The term ‘Sovereign’ in the Preamble indicates that India is an independent state with complete decision-making authority, free from external control. Therefore, Statement 1 is correct.
• Indian socialism supports a mixed economy where both the public and private sectors coexist. Consequently, the Government of India holds regulatory authority over land ownership, making Statement 2 correct. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Under which Article of the Indian Constitution is the Right to Information (RTI) derived?
CorrectAnswer: (b)
Explanation:
The Right to Information is derived from Article 19(1)(a) of the Indian Constitution, which guarantees the right to freedom of speech and expression.
• The Supreme Court of India in the case of State of Uttar Pradesh v. Raj Narain (1975) interpreted this right to include the right to access information, forming the basis for the enactment of the Right to Information Act, 2005.
• This Act ensures transparency and accountability in governance by providing citizens with access to information held by public authorities.IncorrectAnswer: (b)
Explanation:
The Right to Information is derived from Article 19(1)(a) of the Indian Constitution, which guarantees the right to freedom of speech and expression.
• The Supreme Court of India in the case of State of Uttar Pradesh v. Raj Narain (1975) interpreted this right to include the right to access information, forming the basis for the enactment of the Right to Information Act, 2005.
• This Act ensures transparency and accountability in governance by providing citizens with access to information held by public authorities. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements:
1. The Parliament of India consists only of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha.
2. The concept of a parliamentary government in India is borrowed from the British Constitution.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: (b)
Explanation:
• The Parliament of India consists of the President, the Lok Sabha (House of the People), and the Rajya Sabha (Council of States). Therefore, Statement 1 is incorrect.
• The parliamentary system of government in India is adopted from the British Constitution, which includes features like a dual executive and collective responsibility of the Cabinet. Statement 2 is correct.IncorrectAnswer: (b)
Explanation:
• The Parliament of India consists of the President, the Lok Sabha (House of the People), and the Rajya Sabha (Council of States). Therefore, Statement 1 is incorrect.
• The parliamentary system of government in India is adopted from the British Constitution, which includes features like a dual executive and collective responsibility of the Cabinet. Statement 2 is correct. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements:
1. Article 352 deals with national emergency.
2. India has faced two financial emergencies.
3. During an emergency period, the federal structure converts to a unitary structure.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: (b)
Explanation:
• Correct: Article 352 of the Indian Constitution deals with the proclamation of a national emergency.
• Incorrect: India has never faced a financial emergency. Although provisions for it exist under Article 360, no financial emergency has ever been declared.
• Correct: During an emergency period, particularly a national emergency under Article 352, the federal structure becomes more unitary in nature, with greater centralization of powers.IncorrectAnswer: (b)
Explanation:
• Correct: Article 352 of the Indian Constitution deals with the proclamation of a national emergency.
• Incorrect: India has never faced a financial emergency. Although provisions for it exist under Article 360, no financial emergency has ever been declared.
• Correct: During an emergency period, particularly a national emergency under Article 352, the federal structure becomes more unitary in nature, with greater centralization of powers.
