Static Quiz 06 February 2024 (Polity)
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1. Question
When the Constitution of India was adopted in 1949, the Indian federal structure included many parts. With reference to this, which among the following constituted ‘Part C’?
CorrectWhen the Constitution of India was adopted in 1949, the Indian federal structure included:
• Part A: Former British India provinces that had a Governor and a legislature.
• Part B: The former Princely States that were governed by a Rajpramukh.
• Part C: Chief Commissioners’ provinces and some princely states that were governed by Chief Commissioner.
• Part D: Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands that was governed by a Lieutenant Governor who was appointed by the Central Government.IncorrectWhen the Constitution of India was adopted in 1949, the Indian federal structure included:
• Part A: Former British India provinces that had a Governor and a legislature.
• Part B: The former Princely States that were governed by a Rajpramukh.
• Part C: Chief Commissioners’ provinces and some princely states that were governed by Chief Commissioner.
• Part D: Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands that was governed by a Lieutenant Governor who was appointed by the Central Government. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements with reference to the Office of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG):
1) It is a Constitutional Body.
2) He/she controls the entire financial system of the country at both the levels–the Centre and the state.
3) He/she holds office till the pleasure of the President.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectThe Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) is a Constitutional Body. Article 148 provides for an independent office of the CAG. It is the supreme audit institution of India.
• Articles 149-151 (Duties & Powers, Form of Accounts of the Union and the States and Audit Reports), Article 279 (calculation of net proceeds, etc.) and Third Schedule (Oath or Affirmation) and Sixth Schedule (Administration of Tribal Areas in the States of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram).Profile in Brief:
• Head of the Indian Audit and Accounts Department – created in 1753.
• Guardian of the public purse and controls the entire financial system of the country at both the levels–the Centre and the state.
• The CAG is appointed by the President of India by a warrant under his hand and seal. Tenure: A period of six years or upto the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
• The CAG can be removed by the President on the same grounds and in the same manner as a judge of the Supreme Court. He does not hold his office till the pleasure of the President.IncorrectThe Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) is a Constitutional Body. Article 148 provides for an independent office of the CAG. It is the supreme audit institution of India.
• Articles 149-151 (Duties & Powers, Form of Accounts of the Union and the States and Audit Reports), Article 279 (calculation of net proceeds, etc.) and Third Schedule (Oath or Affirmation) and Sixth Schedule (Administration of Tribal Areas in the States of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram).Profile in Brief:
• Head of the Indian Audit and Accounts Department – created in 1753.
• Guardian of the public purse and controls the entire financial system of the country at both the levels–the Centre and the state.
• The CAG is appointed by the President of India by a warrant under his hand and seal. Tenure: A period of six years or upto the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
• The CAG can be removed by the President on the same grounds and in the same manner as a judge of the Supreme Court. He does not hold his office till the pleasure of the President. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to the Fundamental rights, the Right of witnesses to testify freely in courts is part of?
CorrectIn 2018, the SC approved the Witness Protection Scheme 2018 which aimed at enabling a witness to depose fearlessly and truthfully. Under the Judgement, SC held that: Right of witnesses to testify freely in courts is part of Article 21 (Right to Life).
IncorrectIn 2018, the SC approved the Witness Protection Scheme 2018 which aimed at enabling a witness to depose fearlessly and truthfully. Under the Judgement, SC held that: Right of witnesses to testify freely in courts is part of Article 21 (Right to Life).
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With reference to the functions of National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), consider the following statements:
1) It lays down policies on disaster management.
2) Approve plans prepared by the ministries or departments of the Government of India.
3) Coordinate the enforcement and implementation of the policy and plans for disaster management.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectNational Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)
• About:
o It is the apex statutory body for Disaster Management in India, established through the Disaster Management Act, 2005.
o It is headed by the Prime Minister.
• Functions:
o Lay down policies on disaster management.
o Approve plans prepared by the ministries or departments of the Government of India in accordance with the National Plan
o Lay down guidelines to be followed by the state authorities in drawing up the State Plan
o Coordinate the enforcement and implementation of the policy and plans for disaster managementIncorrectNational Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)
• About:
o It is the apex statutory body for Disaster Management in India, established through the Disaster Management Act, 2005.
o It is headed by the Prime Minister.
• Functions:
o Lay down policies on disaster management.
o Approve plans prepared by the ministries or departments of the Government of India in accordance with the National Plan
o Lay down guidelines to be followed by the state authorities in drawing up the State Plan
o Coordinate the enforcement and implementation of the policy and plans for disaster management - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements with reference to National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT):
1) It was established on the recommendations of the V. Balakrishna Eradi committee.
2) It is a quasi-judicial authority incorporated for dealing with corporate disputes that are of civil nature arising under the Companies Act.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?CorrectNational Company Law Tribunal (NCLT)
• About: NCLT is a quasi-judicial authority incorporated for dealing with corporate disputes that are of civil nature arising under the Companies Act.
o It was established on the recommendations of the V. Balakrishna Eradi committee.
o Principal Bench: New Delhi
• Objectives: Adjudicates issues relating to Indian companies.
o NCLT has to adjudicate the insolvency resolution process of companies and limited liability partnerships under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
• Composition of NCLT bench: President, 16 judicial members, and 9 Technical members.IncorrectNational Company Law Tribunal (NCLT)
• About: NCLT is a quasi-judicial authority incorporated for dealing with corporate disputes that are of civil nature arising under the Companies Act.
o It was established on the recommendations of the V. Balakrishna Eradi committee.
o Principal Bench: New Delhi
• Objectives: Adjudicates issues relating to Indian companies.
o NCLT has to adjudicate the insolvency resolution process of companies and limited liability partnerships under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
• Composition of NCLT bench: President, 16 judicial members, and 9 Technical members.
