Q491. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the differences in the legislative process between an Ordinary Bill and a Constitution Amendment Bill.
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944 RAS Prelims practice MCQs on Indian polity and governance are on this page, in 12 chapters. They cover the framing of the Constitution, the Preamble, Fundamental Rights, the Directive Principles, the Union executive, Parliament and the judiciary, Union-State relations, emergency provisions, local government, constitutional bodies, public policy and the vigilance and accountability institutions. Each question has an answer and an explanation.
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Q492. During which stage of the legislative process in a House of Parliament is a bill usually referred to a Select Committee or a Joint Committee?
Explanation
A bill is typically referred to a Select Committee or a Joint Committee during the second reading stage. This occurs specifically after the general discussion on the bill’s principles is completed. The committee then conducts a detailed examination of the provisions before the bill returns to the House for clause-by-clause consideration. This stage is crucial for thorough legislative scrutiny.
Q493. Consider the following options available to the President when an Ordinary Bill is presented for his assent:
I. He may give his assent to the bill.
II. He may withhold his assent to the bill.
III. He may return the bill for reconsideration of the Houses.
IV. He may refer the bill to the Supreme Court for an advisory opinion and bind the Parliament to its advice.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. He may give his assent to the bill.
II. He may withhold his assent to the bill.
III. He may return the bill for reconsideration of the Houses.
IV. He may refer the bill to the Supreme Court for an advisory opinion and bind the Parliament to its advice.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
When an Ordinary Bill is presented to the President, several options are available. The President can give assent, withhold assent, or return the bill for reconsideration. However, the President does not have the power to refer a bill to the Supreme Court in a way that binds Parliament to the court’s advice. Therefore, the first three statements accurately describe options.
Q494. A bill was passed by the Lok Sabha but is pending in the Rajya Sabha. At this point, the Lok Sabha is dissolved. What happens to the bill?
Explanation
The dissolution of the Lok Sabha affects pending legislation in various ways. If a bill has been passed by the Lok Sabha but is still pending in the Rajya Sabha at the time of dissolution, it automatically lapses. This means the legislative process for that bill must start again in the new Lok Sabha. This rule ensures that a new mandate.
Q495. Arrange the stages of an Ordinary Bill in a single House of Parliament in the correct chronological order:
I. Third Reading
II. First Reading
III. Clause-by-clause consideration
IV. General discussion on the principles of the bill
V. Report stage
Select the correct sequence:
I. Third Reading
II. First Reading
III. Clause-by-clause consideration
IV. General discussion on the principles of the bill
V. Report stage
Select the correct sequence:
Explanation
The passage of an Ordinary Bill within a single House follows a specific path. It begins with the First Reading for introduction. This is followed by a general discussion. Then, the bill undergoes the report stage and clause-by-clause consideration. The process concludes with the Third Reading for final approval. Correctly arranging these steps is essential for understanding the internal legislative procedure.
Q496. Which part of the Constitution of India deals with the Union Judiciary?
Explanation
Part V of the Indian Constitution contains provisions concerning the Union, covering the executive, legislature, and judiciary. Specifically, Chapter IV of Part V deals with the Union Judiciary, encompassing Articles 124 to 147. These articles outline the establishment, powers, and jurisdiction of the Supreme Court, ensuring a structured legal framework for the country’s highest judicial body.
Q497. The Supreme Court of India was inaugurated on which of the following dates?
Explanation
The Supreme Court of India was officially inaugurated on January 28, 1950, two days after India became a sovereign democratic republic. It replaced both the Federal Court of India and the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council. This transition marked a significant milestone in India’s legal history, establishing an independent and supreme judicial authority for the nation.
Q498. Given below are two statements regarding the qualifications required to be appointed as a judge of the Supreme Court of India:
Statement I: The person must have been a judge of a High Court for at least five years.
Statement II: The Constitution of India has prescribed a minimum age of 35 years for appointment as a judge of the Supreme Court.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Statement I: The person must have been a judge of a High Court for at least five years.
Statement II: The Constitution of India has prescribed a minimum age of 35 years for appointment as a judge of the Supreme Court.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Explanation
A person must have been a judge of a High Court for at least five years or an advocate for ten years to be appointed to the Supreme Court. However, the Constitution does not prescribe a minimum age for such an appointment. Only a maximum age of sixty-five years is specified for retirement from the judicial service.
Q499. Match List I with List II:
Choose the correct code:
| Constitutional Article | Provision |
|---|---|
| A. Article 124 | i. Original Jurisdiction of the Supreme Court |
| B. Article 129 | ii. Power of President to consult Supreme Court |
| C. Article 131 | iii. Establishment and Constitution of Supreme Court |
| D. Article 143 | iv. Supreme Court to be a court of record |
Explanation
Article 124 provides for the establishment and constitution of the Supreme Court. Article 129 designates it as a court of record with power to punish for contempt. Article 131 outlines its original jurisdiction over federal disputes. Article 143 empowers the President to consult the Supreme Court on questions of law or fact of public importance for advice.
Q500. Which of the following is not a recognized ground for the removal of a Supreme Court judge under the Constitution of India?
Explanation
The Constitution specifies only two grounds for the removal of a Supreme Court judge: proven misbehaviour or incapacity. While "Violation of the Constitution" is the specific ground for the impeachment of the President of India, it is not explicitly listed as a ground for judicial removal. The removal process involves a rigorous parliamentary procedure and Presidential order.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 491 | (b) An Ordinary Bill can be introduced by a minister or a private member, while a Constitution Amendment Bill can only be introduced by a minister. |
| 492 | (b) During the general discussion phase of the Second Reading |
| 493 | (b) I, II and III |
| 494 | (c) The bill lapses entirely. |
| 495 | (a) II, IV, V, III, I |
| 496 | (b) Part V |
| 497 | (b) 28 January 1950 |
| 498 | (c) Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect |
| 499 | (a) A-iii, B-iv, C-i, D-ii |
| 500 | (c) Violation of the Constitution |
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.