Q431. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the creation of new All-India Services.
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Q432. A resolution passed by the Rajya Sabha under Article 249 (legislating on a State List subject in national interest) remains in force for what maximum initial period?
Explanation
A resolution passed by the Rajya Sabha under Article 249 allows Parliament to make laws on a State List subject. This resolution initially remains in force for a maximum period of one year. However, it can be renewed for additional periods of one year each through subsequent resolutions. This time limit ensures that the temporary transfer of power is scrutinized.
Q433. Consider the following statements regarding the special powers of the Rajya Sabha:
I. It can initiate the removal of the Vice- President of India.
II. It has equal powers with the Lok Sabha in authorizing the creation of a new All-India Service.
III. It can empower Parliament to make laws on State List subjects for the whole or any part of India.
IV. If a national emergency is declared when the Lok Sabha is dissolved, the proclamation must be approved by the Rajya Sabha alone.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. It can initiate the removal of the Vice- President of India.
II. It has equal powers with the Lok Sabha in authorizing the creation of a new All-India Service.
III. It can empower Parliament to make laws on State List subjects for the whole or any part of India.
IV. If a national emergency is declared when the Lok Sabha is dissolved, the proclamation must be approved by the Rajya Sabha alone.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Rajya Sabha holds several special powers, including initiating the Vice-President’s removal and authorizing laws on State List subjects. It also approves emergency proclamations if the Lok Sabha is dissolved. However, the power to create All-India Services is a special power of the Rajya Sabha, not an equal power shared with the Lok Sabha. Therefore, only the other statements are correct.
Q434. Read the following statements carefully:
Statement I: The Rajya Sabha is given special powers under Articles 249 and 312.
Statement II: These special powers are intended to protect the interests of the states and uphold the federal structure of the Constitution.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Statement I: The Rajya Sabha is given special powers under Articles 249 and 312.
Statement II: These special powers are intended to protect the interests of the states and uphold the federal structure of the Constitution.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Articles 249 and 312 grant the Rajya Sabha unique powers that distinguish it from the Lok Sabha. These provisions enable the upper house to authorize national legislation on state subjects and create All-India Services. The primary intent behind these special powers is to safeguard state interests and maintain the federal balance. Consequently, both statements are correct regarding the purpose.
Q435. Arrange the following steps in the correct order for the creation of a new All-India Service under Article 312:
I. Parliament enacts a law to create the new service.
II. Rajya Sabha passes a resolution declaring it necessary in the national interest.
III. The resolution is supported by not less than two-thirds of the members present and voting.
IV. A proposal is initiated in the Rajya Sabha.
Select the correct sequence:
I. Parliament enacts a law to create the new service.
II. Rajya Sabha passes a resolution declaring it necessary in the national interest.
III. The resolution is supported by not less than two-thirds of the members present and voting.
IV. A proposal is initiated in the Rajya Sabha.
Select the correct sequence:
Explanation
Creating a new All-India Service follows a specific procedural path. It begins with a proposal initiated within the Rajya Sabha. The House must then pass a resolution supported by at least two-thirds of the members present and voting. This resolution declares the new service necessary for the national interest. Finally, Parliament enacts a formal law to establish the service.
Q436. If an Ordinary Bill passed by the Lok Sabha is rejected by the Rajya Sabha, what is the constitutional mechanism provided to resolve this deadlock?
Explanation
When a deadlock occurs over an Ordinary Bill between the two Houses, Article 108 provides a resolution mechanism. The President has the authority to summon a joint sitting of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha. In this sitting, the bill is decided by a majority of the total members present and voting. This process helps overcome legislative stalemates.
Q437. Who presides over a joint sitting of Parliament if the Speaker of the Lok Sabha is absent?
Explanation
During a joint sitting of Parliament, the Speaker of the Lok Sabha is the primary presiding officer. If the Speaker is unavailable, the Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha takes over the responsibility. If both are absent, the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha presides. Importantly, the Vice- President never presides over a joint sitting because they are not a member.
Q438. Which of the following bills cannot be subjected to a joint sitting of Parliament under Article 108?
Explanation
Joint sittings under Article 108 are restricted to Ordinary Bills and Financial Bills. The Constitution explicitly excludes Money Bills and Constitution Amendment Bills from this procedure. For a Constitution Amendment Bill to pass, it must be approved by each House separately with a special majority. There is no provision to resolve a deadlock between the two Houses for such changes.
Q439. Read the following statements regarding joint sittings carefully:
Statement I: If the President has notified his intention to summon a joint sitting, the bill does not lapse even if the Lok Sabha is dissolved subsequently.
Statement II: A joint sitting is governed by the Rules of Procedure of the Rajya Sabha.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Statement I: If the President has notified his intention to summon a joint sitting, the bill does not lapse even if the Lok Sabha is dissolved subsequently.
Statement II: A joint sitting is governed by the Rules of Procedure of the Rajya Sabha.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
If the President notifies the intention to summon a joint sitting, the bill survives even if the Lok Sabha is dissolved later. This ensures that the legislative effort is not wasted due to the House’s dissolution. However, joint sittings are governed by the Rules of Procedure of the Lok Sabha, not the Rajya Sabha. Therefore, only the first statement is correct.
Q440. Match the items in List I with those in List II:
| Scenario in Joint Sitting | Presiding Officer |
|---|---|
| A. Speaker is present | i. Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha |
| B. Speaker is absent | ii. Any member chosen by the members present at the joint sitting |
| C. Both Speaker and Deputy Speaker are absent | iii. Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha |
| D. Speaker, Deputy Speaker, and Deputy Chairman are absent | iv. Speaker of Lok Sabha |
Explanation
The presiding officer of a joint sitting is determined by a specific hierarchy. The Speaker of the Lok Sabha is first in line. If the Speaker is absent, the Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha presides. The Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha is next. If none of these are available, any member chosen by those present at the sitting presides.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 431 | (d) The creation of a new All-India Service requires a Constitutional Amendment under Article 368. |
| 432 | (c) One year |
| 433 | (b) I, III and IV |
| 434 | (c) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct. |
| 435 | (a) IV, II, III, I |
| 436 | (c) The President can summon a joint sitting of both Houses. |
| 437 | (a) The Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha |
| 438 | (d) Constitution Amendment Bills |
| 439 | (a) Statement I is correct, and Statement II is incorrect. |
| 440 | (a) A-iv, B-i, C-iii, D-ii |
Key facts from Indian Polity and Governance
- The RPSC syllabus lists the Indian Constitution, the political system and governance, with public policy, vigilance and accountability bodies as part of the paper.
- Article-number questions are the commonest: for example Article 356 for President’s Rule, Article 324 for the Election Commission and Article 243K for the State Election Commission.
- Statement and assertion-reason questions test exceptions, so learn each provision with its limits.
- Questions on bodies ask for appointing authority, removing authority, tenure and the body to which the report goes.
- The Rajasthan-specific part of polity is on a separate page, with its own 8 chapters.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Indian Polity and Governance?
This page has 944 practice MCQs on Indian Polity and Governance. Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Which chapters does the Indian polity set cover?
Twelve chapters: framing of the Constitution, Preamble and citizenship; Fundamental Rights; DPSP and Fundamental Duties; Union executive; Parliament; Union judiciary; Union-State relations; emergency provisions; local government; constitutional and statutory bodies; public policy and citizen charter; and vigilance and accountability.
Is polity part of the RAS Prelims syllabus?
Yes. The RPSC syllabus for General Knowledge includes the Indian Constitution, political system and governance, together with the political and administrative system of Rajasthan, which is covered on the separate Rajasthan polity page.
How should I revise polity for RAS Prelims?
Make a table of articles, bodies and amendments. Attempt each chapter, read the explanation for every miss and note the article number and the exception. Repeat the chapter after a few days, as polity facts are easy to confuse.