Rajasthan Polity and Administration: RAS Prelims MCQs
619 RAS Prelims practice MCQs on the political and administrative system of Rajasthan are on this page, in 8 chapters. They cover the Governor, Chief Minister and Council of Ministers, the Legislative Assembly, the High Court and subordinate courts, the Chief Secretary and Secretariat, field and district administration, the police, statutory accountability bodies and local self-government. Each question has an answer and an explanation.
Practice questions based on the RPSC RAS Prelims syllabus. They follow the exam pattern but are not past-paper questions.
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RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts
Q171. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R): Assertion (A): Under Article 228, the Rajasthan High Court can withdraw a case pending in a subordinate court if it involves a substantial question of law as to the interpretation of the Constitution. Reason (R): The subordinate courts do not have the jurisdiction to interpret the Constitution and determine the constitutional validity of statutes. In the context of the above two statements, choose the correct option:
Explanation
Article 228 allows the high court to withdraw a case from a subordinate court if it involves a substantial question of law regarding constitutional interpretation.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts
Q172. Arrange the civil courts in a typical district of Rajasthan in ascending order of their jurisdiction (lowest to highest): I. Court of District Judge II. Court of Civil Judge (Senior Division) III. Court of Civil Judge (Junior Division) Which of the following represents the correct sequence?
Explanation
The hierarchy of civil courts within a district in Rajasthan begins at the lowest level with the Court of Civil Judge Junior Division. Cases involving higher pecuniary values are heard by the Court of Civil Judge Senior Division. The Court of District Judge stands at the apex of the district civil judiciary, handling major suits and exercising overall administrative control.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts
Q173. According to the Constitution of India, at what age does a judge of the Rajasthan High Court retire?
Explanation
According to the Constitution of India, a judge of a high court holds office until they reach the age of sixty-two years. This retirement age is uniform for all high courts across the country. It differs from the Supreme Court, where judges retire at sixty-five. Proposals to increase this limit have been discussed but the current mandate remains sixty-two.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts
Q174. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the Board of Revenue in Rajasthan.
Explanation
The Board of Revenue, headquartered in Ajmer, is the highest judicial body in Rajasthan for revenue matters, including land appeals and revisions. It exercises administrative and judicial control over subordinate revenue courts. However, it does not have the authority to conduct criminal trials, such as those involving homicide; such cases fall under the jurisdiction of the sessions and criminal courts.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts
Q175. Match the following Articles with their specific subject matter pertaining to High Courts and Subordinate Courts:
Articles
Subject Matter
A. Article 226
i. Transfer of certain cases to High Court
B. Article 227
ii. Appointment of District Judges
C. Article 228
iii. Power of High Courts to issue certain writs
D. Article 233
iv. Power of superintendence over all courts by the High Court
Explanation
Article 226 empowers High Courts to issue writs for the enforcement of rights. Article 227 provides the power of superintendence over all courts and tribunals. Article 228 deals with the transfer of cases involving constitutional interpretation to the High Court. Article 233 outlines the procedure for appointing District Judges. These articles define the high court’s relationship with lower courts.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts
Q176. Consider the following statements regarding the qualifications required for appointment as a Judge of the Rajasthan High Court: I. The person must be a citizen of India. II. The person must have held a judicial office in the territory of India for at least ten years. III. The person must have been an advocate of a High Court for at least ten years. IV. The person must be recognized as a distinguished jurist by the President. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct regarding constitutional qualifications under Article 217?
Explanation
To be appointed as a High Court judge under Article 217, a person must be an Indian citizen. They must have held a judicial office in India for at least ten years or been an advocate of a High Court for a similar period. Notably, the provision for appointing a "distinguished jurist" exists only for the Supreme Court.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts
Q177. A Sessions Judge in Rajasthan imposes a death sentence on a convict in a murder case. Which of the following legal principles applies to this sentence?
Explanation
Under the Code of Criminal Procedure, when a Sessions Judge imposes a death sentence, it cannot be executed immediately. The sentence must be submitted to the Rajasthan High Court for confirmation. The High Court examines the case to ensure justice was served before the penalty is carried out. This procedural safeguard is essential given the irreversible nature of capital punishment.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts
Q178. Based on the statements given below regarding Gram Nyayalayas in Rajasthan, choose the correct option: Statement I: Gram Nyayalayas are established at the Panchayat Samiti level to provide access to justice to citizens at their doorsteps. Statement II: A Gram Nyayalaya is presided over by a Nyayadhikari, who possesses the same qualifications as a Civil Judge.
Explanation
Gram Nyayalayas are established at the Panchayat Samiti level under the Gram Nyayalayas Act to bring justice closer to rural citizens. These courts are presided over by a Nyayadhikari, who is a judicial officer with the same qualifications and salary as a Civil Judge. They have the power to hear both civil and criminal cases, facilitating speedy dispute resolution.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts
Q179. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R): Assertion (A): The Collegium System for the appointment of High Court judges is not explicitly mentioned in the original text of the Constitution of India. Reason (R): The Collegium System evolved through judicial interpretations in the ‘Three Judges Cases’ to ensure the primacy of the judiciary in appointments. In the context of the above two statements, choose the correct option:
Explanation
The Collegium System for appointing judges is a product of judicial innovation rather than an original constitutional provision. It evolved through the "Three Judges Cases" decided by the Supreme Court to ensure judicial independence by giving the judiciary primacy in appointments.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts
Q180. Which of the following statements about the appointment of an Acting Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court is correct?
Explanation
Article 223 of the Constitution provides for the appointment of an Acting Chief Justice. When the office of the Chief Justice of a High Court is vacant or the incumbent is unable to perform their duties, the President of India appoints one of the other judges of that court to fulfill the role. This ensures that the court’s leadership continues.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
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(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
172
(a) III, II, I
173
(b) 62 years
174
(d) It possesses the authority to conduct original trials for criminal homicide cases involving agricultural land.
175
(a) A-iii, B-iv, C-i, D-ii
176
(c) I, II and III only (where either II or III is met)
177
(a) The sentence is subject to confirmation by the Rajasthan High Court before it can be executed.
178
(c) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.
179
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
180
(c) The President appoints a High Court Judge to perform these duties when the office is vacant or the CJ is absent.
Key facts from Rajasthan Polity and Administration
The RPSC syllabus lists the political and administrative system of Rajasthan as a separate part of the Polity paper.
Many questions ask for a Rajasthan-specific fact: the first Chief Minister, the Assembly’s strength, the High Court’s seat, the Rajasthan Police Act of 2007.
Others test the constitutional article behind the State institution, for example Article 168 for the Legislature and Article 243K for the State Election Commission.
District administration questions cover the Collector, the Tehsildar and the Patwari, with revenue terms like Girdawari.
The national polity chapters are on the Indian Polity and Governance page.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Rajasthan Polity and Administration?
This page has 619 practice MCQs on Rajasthan Polity and Administration. Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Which chapters does the Rajasthan polity set cover?
Eight chapters: the State Executive (Governor, Chief Minister and Council of Ministers), the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly, the Rajasthan High Court and subordinate courts, the Chief Secretary and State Secretariat, field and district administration, police administration, statutory accountability bodies, and local self-government.
Is the Rajasthan administrative system in the RAS Prelims syllabus?
Yes. The RPSC syllabus lists the Political and Administrative System of Rajasthan as the second part of the Polity paper, after the Indian Constitution, political system and governance.
How should I prepare the Rajasthan polity chapters?
Keep a list of Rajasthan-specific facts: first office-holders, years of Acts, numbers of members and places. Attempt the chapter questions, read each explanation and revise the list, since these facts rarely come from general polity books.
