Q11. Which of the following statements regarding the definition of ‘misbehavior’ for an RPSC member under Article 317 is incorrect?
Statutory Accountability Bodies: RAS Prelims MCQs
78 RAS Prelims MCQs on statutory accountability bodies in Rajasthan cover the Rajasthan Public Service Commission, the State Election Commission, the Rajasthan Information Commission and the State Women Commission. They ask about the constitutional provisions, appointment, removal, powers and penalties of each body, so learn who appoints, who removes and to whom each reports.
Practice questions based on the RPSC RAS Prelims syllabus. They follow the exam pattern but are not past-paper questions.
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Q12. Select the correct order of the procedure followed for the removal of an RPSC member on the grounds of misbehavior:
Explanation
The removal of a member for misbehavior follows a strict constitutional procedure. First, the President makes a reference to the Supreme Court. The Court then conducts an inquiry in accordance with the procedures prescribed under Article 145.
Q13. Article 243K of the Constitution of India explicitly mandates the creation of the State Election Commission for the superintendence, direction, and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for:
Explanation
Article 243K of the Indian Constitution provides for the establishment of a State Election Commission in each state. Its primary responsibility is the superintendence, direction, and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for, and the conduct of, all elections to the Panchayati Raj Institutions. Elections to the State Legislative Assembly and Parliament are handled by the Election Commission of India.
Q14. Consider the following statements regarding the Rajasthan State Election Commission:
I. It was constituted under the provisions of the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments.
II. It is a multi-member commission headed by the Chief Electoral Officer.
III. It enjoys the same functional independence as the Election Commission of India in its specified domain.
Which of the above statements are correct?
I. It was constituted under the provisions of the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments.
II. It is a multi-member commission headed by the Chief Electoral Officer.
III. It enjoys the same functional independence as the Election Commission of India in its specified domain.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Explanation
The Rajasthan State Election Commission is a constitutional body established following the 73rd and 74th Amendments. It is a single-member body headed by the State Election Commissioner, not the Chief Electoral Officer. Within its specific jurisdiction of local body elections, the Commission enjoys a high degree of functional independence, similar to the authority exercised by the Election Commission of India.
Q15. In which month and year was the Rajasthan State Election Commission formally constituted?
Explanation
Following the enactment of the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments, Rajasthan took steps to operationalize the new local governance framework. The State Election Commission of Rajasthan was formally constituted in July 1994. Since its inception, it has been responsible for conducting regular and fair elections to the three tiers of Panchayati Raj Institutions and the various urban local bodies.
Q16. Which of the following pairs is incorrectly matched regarding the jurisdiction of the State Election Commission?
Explanation
Article 243K and Article 243ZA govern elections to Panchayats and Municipalities, respectively. Article 324 relates to the Election Commission of India. However, Article 243O specifically bars courts from interfering in electoral matters related to Panchayats, such as the delimitation of constituencies. It does not pertain to the District Planning Committees, which are instead governed by the provisions of Article 243ZD.
Q17. Consider the following powers and functions:
I. Delimitation of territorial constituencies for Panchayat elections.
II. Superintendence and direction of the preparation of electoral rolls for Municipalities.
III. Conduct of all elections to the Panchayats.
IV. Allotment of symbols to political parties for State Assembly elections.
Which of the above combinations correctly represents the powers vested in the State Election Commission by the Constitution?
I. Delimitation of territorial constituencies for Panchayat elections.
II. Superintendence and direction of the preparation of electoral rolls for Municipalities.
III. Conduct of all elections to the Panchayats.
IV. Allotment of symbols to political parties for State Assembly elections.
Which of the above combinations correctly represents the powers vested in the State Election Commission by the Constitution?
Explanation
The State Election Commission is primarily responsible for the preparation of electoral rolls and the conduct of elections for Panchayats and Municipalities. While it manages the election process, the delimitation and numbering of wards are usually carried out by the state government. Allotment of symbols for State Assembly elections is the exclusive function of the Election Commission of India, not the state-level commission.
Q18. Who appoints the State Election Commissioner of Rajasthan?
Explanation
The State Election Commissioner is the head of the State Election Commission. According to the constitutional provisions under Article 243K, this official is appointed by the Governor of the state. This appointment ensures that the local election machinery is led by an officer who possesses the authority to conduct fair elections to the various rural and urban local bodies within Rajasthan.
Q19. The conditions of service and tenure of office of the State Election Commissioner are determined by:
Explanation
According to Article 243K of the Constitution, the conditions of service and the tenure of office for the State Election Commissioner are determined by the Governor. However, this power is subject to any law made by the State Legislature. This framework allows the state to define the administrative parameters of the office while ensuring the Commissioner’s independence through specific constitutional safeguards.
Q20. Match List-I (Former State Election Commissioners of Rajasthan) with List-II (Period of Tenure):
Select the correct code:
| Former State Election Commissioners of Rajasthan | Period of Tenure |
|---|---|
| A. Amar Singh Rathore | i. 2002 to 2007 |
| B. Inderjit Khanna | ii. 2013 to 2017 |
| C. A.K. Pande | iii. 1994 to 2000 |
| D. Ram Lubhaya | iv. 2008 to 2013 |
Explanation
Rajasthan has had several distinguished officers serving as State Election Commissioners. Amar Singh Rathore was the first, serving from 1994 to 2000. Inderjit Khanna followed from 2002 to 2007, and A.K. Pande served from 2008 to 2013. Ram Lubhaya held the office from 2013 to 2017. These commissioners have played a vital role in strengthening grassroots democracy through the regular conduct of local polls.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 11 | (a) Being a member of an incorporated company and receiving a proportionate share of profits alongside other members constitutes misbehavior. |
| 12 | (b) Reference to Supreme Court by President Inquiry by Supreme Court under Article 145 Binding Report to President Order of Removal by President |
| 13 | (a) Panchayati Raj Institutions |
| 14 | (c) I and III only |
| 15 | (c) July 1994 |
| 16 | (d) Article 243O - Elections to the District Planning Committees. |
| 17 | (b) II and III only |
| 18 | (a) The Governor of Rajasthan |
| 19 | (b) Provisions determined by the Governor, subject to state law |
| 20 | (a) A-iii, B-i, C-iv, D-ii |
Key facts from Statutory Accountability Bodies
- The Rajasthan Public Service Commission Ordinance came into effect on 20 August 1949.
- The President removes the Chairman or a member of the RPSC, after an inquiry by the Supreme Court on a reference.
- Article 243K provides for the State Election Commission, which conducts Panchayati Raj elections; the Rajasthan SEC was constituted in July 1994 and its Commissioner is appointed by the Governor.
- A second appeal to the Information Commission must be made within 90 days; the penalty on an officer is Rs 250 per day, up to Rs 25,000.
- The burden of proving a denial of information rests on the Public Information Officer.
- The Rajasthan State Women Commission has a Chairperson, three non-official members and a Member-Secretary.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Statutory Accountability Bodies?
This page has 78 practice MCQs on Statutory Accountability Bodies (Rajasthan Polity and Administration). Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
When was the Rajasthan Public Service Commission set up?
The Rajasthan Public Service Commission Ordinance, 1949 came into effect on 20 August 1949. The Commission is a constitutional body under Part XIV, and its Chairman and members can be removed only by the President.
Who appoints the State Election Commissioner of Rajasthan?
The Governor, under Article 243K. The State Election Commission was constituted in July 1994 and is responsible for the superintendence, direction and control of elections to Panchayats and Municipalities.
What is the maximum penalty under the RTI Act on an officer?
Rs 250 for each day of delay in providing information, up to a maximum of Rs 25,000. The Information Commission imposes it, and the Public Information Officer must prove that a refusal was justified.