Q381. Find the odd one out among the tools used for maintaining public order by a District Magistrate.
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.
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Q382. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer:
| Grievance/Dispute | Handling Authority |
|---|---|
| A. Dispute over mutation of land records at village level | i. District Collector |
| B. Inter-departmental coordination issue in a district | ii. Tehsildar / SDO |
| C. Appeal against District Collector’s revenue order | iii. District Magistrate |
| D. Review of police functioning in the district | iv. Divisional Commissioner / Revenue Appellate Authority |
Explanation
Disputes over land mutation at the village level are handled by the Tehsildar or SDO, while the District Collector manages inter-departmental coordination. Appeals against the Collector’s revenue orders are reviewed by the Divisional Commissioner or the Revenue Appellate Authority. Finally, the District Magistrate is responsible for reviewing the overall police functioning within the district to ensure the maintenance of law and order.
Q383. Which of the following is an incorrect statement regarding the accountability of district administration?
Explanation
While the District Collector has extensive powers, their actions are not immune from judicial review. The High Court has the authority to review the Collector’s decisions to ensure they comply with the law and the Constitution. Furthermore, the Collector is accountable to the state legislature through ministers, and administrative tribunals handle service-related matters. Revenue officers are also subject to the jurisdiction of higher revenue courts.
Q384. Read the following statements regarding the duties of the District Collector and select the correct answer:
Statement I: The District Collector is responsible for protocol duties during the visits of high-level dignitaries.
Statement II: The District Collector manages the issue of character verification certificates and arms licenses.
Statement I: The District Collector is responsible for protocol duties during the visits of high-level dignitaries.
Statement II: The District Collector manages the issue of character verification certificates and arms licenses.
Explanation
The District Collector performs essential administrative duties beyond revenue management, including coordinating protocol for visiting dignitaries like the Governor or Prime Minister. They are also responsible for issuing various licenses, such as arms licenses, and managing character verification processes. These diverse functions reflect the Collector’s role as the primary representative of the state government and the chief executive officer within the district.
Q385. Consider the following statements regarding the role of the District Collector as a District Election Officer:
I. Ensures the availability of polling personnel and materials.
II. Oversees the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct.
III. Can unilaterally disqualify a candidate from contesting elections without Election Commission approval.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. Ensures the availability of polling personnel and materials.
II. Oversees the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct.
III. Can unilaterally disqualify a candidate from contesting elections without Election Commission approval.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
As the District Election Officer, the Collector ensures that polling personnel and materials are available and oversees the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct. These tasks are vital for free and fair elections. However, the Collector does not have the authority to unilaterally disqualify a candidate; such decisions are governed by strict legal criteria and the overarching authority of the Election Commission of India.
Q386. Which official represents the lowest rung of the state revenue administration hierarchy who interacts directly with the cultivators on a daily basis?
Explanation
The Patwari represents the lowest yet most vital rung of the state revenue administration hierarchy. They are the frontline officials who interact directly with cultivators on a daily basis to maintain land records and collect agricultural data. As the primary source of information for the entire revenue system, the Patwari’s work is essential for effective government planning, revenue collection, and the implementation of rural welfare schemes.
Q387. The following question consists of two statements: one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Examine these two statements carefully and select the correct answer:
Assertion (A): The Tehsildar is entrusted with the task of conducting crop cutting experiments.
Reason (R): Crop cutting experiments are essential to estimate the average yield of crops, which forms the basis for crop insurance claims and land revenue adjustments.
Assertion (A): The Tehsildar is entrusted with the task of conducting crop cutting experiments.
Reason (R): Crop cutting experiments are essential to estimate the average yield of crops, which forms the basis for crop insurance claims and land revenue adjustments.
Explanation
The Tehsildar is responsible for conducting crop-cutting experiments, which provide a scientific basis for estimating average agricultural yields. This data is crucial for the government to determine the level of production and calculate fair crop insurance claims for farmers. Additionally, these experiments help in deciding whether land revenue should be adjusted or remitted during years of poor harvest, ensuring economic justice for cultivators.
Q388. In the context of rural development, what is the role of a Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO)?
Explanation
In the field of rural development, the Sub- Divisional Officer plays a key role in coordinating various projects at the sub-divisional level. They work to resolve local land disputes that might otherwise delay or stop essential infrastructure and developmental work. By ensuring smooth administrative support and inter-departmental cooperation, the SDO facilitates the effective implementation of state schemes aimed at improving the lives of rural citizens.
Q389. Consider the following statements regarding the District Planning Committee (DPC):
I. DPC is constituted at the district level in every state.
II. A substantial majority of its members are elected from amongst the elected members of the Zila Parishad and Municipalities.
III. The DPC prepares a draft development plan for the district as a whole.
IV. DPCs were given constitutional status by the 74th Amendment Act.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. DPC is constituted at the district level in every state.
II. A substantial majority of its members are elected from amongst the elected members of the Zila Parishad and Municipalities.
III. The DPC prepares a draft development plan for the district as a whole.
IV. DPCs were given constitutional status by the 74th Amendment Act.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The District Planning Committee is a constitutionally mandated body that prepares comprehensive development plans for the entire district. It ensures that the needs of both rural Panchayats and urban Municipalities are integrated into a single draft plan. Most of its members are elected from local government bodies, promoting democratic participation. This structure, established by the 74th Amendment Act, is essential for decentralized and coordinated regional planning.
Q390. Which of the following actions is a constraint on the powers of a Sub-Divisional Magistrate?
Explanation
A Sub-Divisional Magistrate possesses various powers to maintain public order, including ordering the dispersal of unlawful assemblies and conducting inquests into unnatural deaths. However, they do not have the legal authority to sentence an individual to life imprisonment. Such severe judicial punishments are strictly reserved for the Sessions Judge within the judicial system, as the SDM’s role is limited to executive and preventive magistracy.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 381 | (d) Passing a decree for divorce |
| 382 | (a) A-ii, B-i, C-iv, D-iii |
| 383 | (b) The District Collector operates completely immune from judicial review by the High Court. |
| 384 | (a) Both Statement I and Statement II are true. |
| 385 | (a) I and II |
| 386 | (c) Patwari |
| 387 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 388 | (d) Coordinates sub-divisional development and resolves land disputes impeding projects. |
| 389 | (d) I, II, III and IV |
| 390 | (c) Sentence of life imprisonment. |
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.