Q8321. The significance of untied grants for local bodies primarily lies in:
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Q8322. Which of the following best describes the core mechanism of the British policy of ‘Divide and Rule’ in India during the late 19th and early 20th centuries?
Explanation
Divide and Rule meant favouring one community to prevent a united opposition to British rule.
Q8323. Who is the head of the police administration at the district level?
Explanation
The Superintendent of Police is the designated administrative and professional head of the police force at the district level. This officer is responsible for ensuring the efficient functioning of all police stations and specialized units within the district’s boundaries. Their primary duty includes maintaining public peace, preventing criminal activities, and overseeing the overall discipline and welfare of the local force.
Q8324. The Ghaggar river, a major seasonal river of northern Rajasthan, originates from which of the following regions?
Explanation
The Ghaggar River, an important seasonal stream in northern Rajasthan, originates in the Shivalik Hills of Himachal Pradesh. It flows through Punjab and Haryana before entering the Hanumangarh district. Often associated with the ancient Saraswati River, it is the main river of Rajasthan’s internal drainage system in the north, typically drying up in the sands near the international border.
Q8325. Consider the following statements regarding the capacity building of local bodies:
Statement I: Capacity building in financial management is essential for local bodies to effectively utilize devolved funds.
Statement II: Modern accounting software and proper auditing standards are tools used to enhance the financial capacity of local bodies.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Statement I: Capacity building in financial management is essential for local bodies to effectively utilize devolved funds.
Statement II: Modern accounting software and proper auditing standards are tools used to enhance the financial capacity of local bodies.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Effective fiscal management is vital for the successful utilization of devolved funds by local bodies. Capacity building involves training officials and adopting modern tools like specialized accounting software and auditing standards. These measures ensure that financial resources are tracked accurately and used efficiently. Improving these internal systems is essential for maintaining transparency, accountability, and the overall administrative health of local institutions.
Q8326. Which of the following pairs of judicial milestones and their primary features is incorrectly matched?
Explanation
The Regulating Act of 1773 set up the Supreme Court at Calcutta, the Indian High Courts Act of 1861 abolished the Supreme Courts and Sadar Adalats and Macaulay’s Law Commission drafted the Indian Penal Code. The Government of India Act 1935 set up the Federal Court, not the Privy Council, so B is the incorrect pair.
Q8327. Select the correct hierarchical order of police officers at the district level from highest to lowest:
Explanation
The hierarchical structure within a district police organization starts with the Superintendent of Police at the top. The Additional Superintendent of Police serves as the second-in-command, followed by the Deputy Superintendent of Police who oversees specific sub-divisions. The next level down is the Circle Inspector, who manages a group of police stations, ensuring a clear chain of command.
Q8328. Consider the following statements concerning the audit and accountability of local body finances:
I. Timely auditing is a prerequisite for receiving certain performance grants.
II. The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) provides Technical Guidance and Support (TGS) for local body audits.
III. Social audit is a mechanism used exclusively for urban local bodies, not for Panchayats.
IV. Audit reports of local bodies are never required to be placed before the State Legislature.
V. Local Fund Audit Departments at the state level conduct the primary statutory audit of local bodies.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. Timely auditing is a prerequisite for receiving certain performance grants.
II. The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) provides Technical Guidance and Support (TGS) for local body audits.
III. Social audit is a mechanism used exclusively for urban local bodies, not for Panchayats.
IV. Audit reports of local bodies are never required to be placed before the State Legislature.
V. Local Fund Audit Departments at the state level conduct the primary statutory audit of local bodies.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
Auditing standards and technical support from the Comptroller and Auditor General are vital for local body accountability. Social audits are a key mechanism used for Panchayats, not just urban bodies. Additionally, audit reports must be presented to the state legislature for oversight. The Local Fund Audit Department remains the primary statutory authority responsible for checking the accounts of local government institutions.
Q8329. The Government of India Act 1858 replaced the Board of Control and the Court of Directors with a new entity to oversee Indian administration. What was this new entity?
Explanation
The Government of India Act 1858 replaced the Board of Control and Court of Directors with the Secretary of State for India, advised by the India Council.
Q8330. Identify the incorrectly matched pair regarding district administration:
Explanation
In district administration, various roles are clearly defined to maintain the separation of powers. The District Collector manages revenue, the Superintendent of Police leads the local police force, and the District Magistrate maintains public order. However, the Superintendent of Police does not head the district judiciary, as judicial functions are managed by independent judges within the court system.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 8321 | (d) Enhancing local autonomy and decentralization of planning |
| 8322 | (c) Systematically favoring one community to prevent unified opposition against British colonial rule |
| 8323 | (c) Superintendent of Police |
| 8324 | (c) Shivalik Hills in Himachal Pradesh |
| 8325 | (c) Both Statement I and Statement II is correct |
| 8326 | (b) Government of India Act 1935 - Establishment of the Privy Council in London |
| 8327 | (a) Superintendent of Police > Additional SP > Deputy SP > Circle Inspector |
| 8328 | (b) III and IV |
| 8329 | (d) The Secretary of State for India and his advisory body, the India Council |
| 8330 | (d) Superintendent of Police - Head of District Judiciary |
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