Q661. According to the S.R. Bommai case guidelines, what happens if the Parliament fails to approve the Presidential proclamation under Article 356?
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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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Q662. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
| Article | Provision |
|---|---|
| A. Article 352 | i. Suspension of enforcement of Fundamental Rights |
| B. Article 356 | ii. Financial Emergency |
| C. Article 359 | iii. President’s Rule |
| D. Article 360 | iv. National Emergency |
Explanation
The Indian Constitution details specific articles for different emergency situations. Article 352 relates to National Emergency based on external or internal threats. Article 356 involves President’s Rule in states. Article 359 concerns the suspension of the enforcement of fundamental rights during emergencies. Article 360 provides for Financial Emergency. Understanding this mapping is essential for grasping the constitutional crisis management framework.
Q663. During a Financial Emergency, the President can issue directions for the reduction of salaries and allowances of which of the following?
Explanation
During a Financial Emergency under Article 360, the President can issue directions to reduce the salaries and allowances of all persons serving the Union. This includes judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts. Such measures are intended to restore financial stability by curbing public expenditure across all branches and levels of government during a period of severe economic crisis.
Q664. Which of the following emergencies does not prescribe a maximum time limit for its continuous operation once approved by the Parliament?
Explanation
Once approved by Parliament, both National Emergency and Financial Emergency can continue indefinitely until the President revokes them. However, a National Emergency requires periodic parliamentary approval every six months to stay in force. In contrast, President’s Rule under Article 356 has a maximum time limit of three years, beyond which it cannot be extended under any circumstances in a state.
Q665. Select the correct sequence of the types of emergencies proclaimed in India based on the number of times they have been invoked, from highest to lowest frequency.
Explanation
In India’s political history, President’s Rule has been invoked the most frequently, often exceeding a hundred times across various states. National Emergency has been declared three times: in 1962, 1971, and 1975. Financial Emergency has never been proclaimed. This sequence reflects the relative frequency and application of these different emergency provisions within the Indian federal and constitutional system.
Q666. Under which circumstance is it mandatory to reserve all money bills passed by the State Legislature for the consideration of the President?
Explanation
During a Financial Emergency, the President can direct a state to reserve all money bills or other financial bills for his consideration after they are passed by the State Legislature. This allows the Centre to exercise control over state finances to ensure stability. This is a significant shift in fiscal federalism, placing the Union in a supervisory role.
Q667. Consider the following statements about the effects of the imposition of Article 356:
I. The President assumes to himself all or any of the functions of the State Government.
II. The President can assume the powers vested in the High Court of the State.
III. The Parliament is empowered to make laws on subjects in the State List for that State.
IV. The President can suspend any provision of the Constitution relating to any body or authority in the State.
Which of the combinations given below correctly identifies the TRUE statements?
I. The President assumes to himself all or any of the functions of the State Government.
II. The President can assume the powers vested in the High Court of the State.
III. The Parliament is empowered to make laws on subjects in the State List for that State.
IV. The President can suspend any provision of the Constitution relating to any body or authority in the State.
Which of the combinations given below correctly identifies the TRUE statements?
Explanation
When President’s Rule is imposed, the President can assume the functions of the state government and the powers of the Governor. Parliament assumes the powers of the state legislature. The President can also suspend constitutional provisions related to any state authority, except those relating to High Courts. This ensures the High Court’s independence is maintained even during a state-level constitutional crisis.
Q668. Which Constitutional Amendment made it mandatory for the President to declare a National Emergency only on the written advice of the Cabinet?
Explanation
The Forty-fourth Amendment Act of 1978 made it mandatory for the President to declare a National Emergency only after receiving a written recommendation from the Union Cabinet.
Q669. Arrange the following steps regarding the imposition of Article 356 in a state in the correct sequential order according to the Bommai guidelines:
A. Floor test in the State Legislative Assembly
B. Governor sends a report to the President
C. Proclamation of President’s Rule
D. Approval of the proclamation by both Houses of Parliament
E. Dissolution of the State Legislative Assembly
Select the correct sequence:
A. Floor test in the State Legislative Assembly
B. Governor sends a report to the President
C. Proclamation of President’s Rule
D. Approval of the proclamation by both Houses of Parliament
E. Dissolution of the State Legislative Assembly
Select the correct sequence:
Explanation
Following the S.R. Bommai guidelines, the correct sequence for imposing Article 356 involves the Governor sending a report, followed by a floor test to determine the majority. If the machinery fails, the President issues a proclamation. Parliament must then approve it within two months. Only after parliamentary approval can the State Legislative Assembly be formally dissolved by the President.
Q670. Identify the correct pair:
Explanation
Article 365 is a crucial provision stating that if a State fails to comply with Union directions, the President may hold that the state government cannot be carried on in accordance with the Constitution. This serves as a ground for invoking President’s Rule under Article 356. It bridges the gap between administrative non-compliance and the failure of constitutional machinery.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 661 | (d) The dismissed state government gets revived and the suspended assembly gets reactivated. |
| 662 | (c) A-iv, B-iii, C-i, D-ii |
| 663 | (d) Any class of persons serving the Union, including Judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts. |
| 664 | (a) Both National Emergency and Financial Emergency |
| 665 | (b) President’s Rule, National Emergency, Financial Emergency |
| 666 | (b) During a Financial Emergency |
| 667 | (a) I, III and IV |
| 668 | (d) 44th Amendment |
| 669 | (c) A, B, C, D, E |
| 670 | (b) Article 365 - Effect of failure to comply with directions given by the Union |
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.