Q51. Which of the following is not a valid method through which the Rajasthan State Women Commission registers a complaint or initiates an inquiry?
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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Q52. The recommendations made by the Rajasthan State Women Commission to the State Government are:
Explanation
The recommendations made by the Rajasthan State Women Commission regarding policy changes or individual cases are advisory. The state government is not legally bound to implement every suggestion. However, the government is expected to consider these recommendations seriously and usually presents an ‘Action Taken Report’ to the State Legislature, explaining the measures adopted or the reasons for not accepting advice.
Q53. What procedural requirement must the State Government fulfill regarding the annual report of the Rajasthan State Women Commission?
Explanation
To ensure democratic accountability, the annual report of the Rajasthan State Women Commission must be presented to the State Legislature. This report summarizes the commission’s activities and findings throughout the year. Along with the report, the government must submit a memorandum detailing the actions taken on the commission’s recommendations and the reasons for the non-acceptance of any advice provided.
Q54. Match List-I (Types of Interventions by RSWC) with List-II (Examples of Interventions):
Select the correct code:
| Types of Interventions by RSWC | Examples of Interventions |
|---|---|
| A. Rescue and Relief | i. Suggesting amendments to state laws affecting women’s property rights |
| B. Policy Recommendation | ii. Conducting seminars on the prevention of domestic violence |
| C. Awareness Generation | iii. Directing local police to assist a victim of trafficking |
| D. Legal Safeguard Review | iv. Advising the creation of new shelter homes in a state budget |
Explanation
The Commission intervenes in various ways to protect women’s interests. This includes rescue operations by directing police assistance and recommending policy changes such as new shelter homes. It conducts awareness seminars on legal rights and reviews existing laws to suggest amendments, such as those regarding property rights. These diverse actions aim to provide both immediate relief and long-term systemic improvements.
Q55. Which of the following is considered the most significant functional limitation of the Rajasthan State Women Commission?
Explanation
One of the most significant limitations of the Rajasthan State Women Commission is its lack of punitive powers. Unlike a court of law, it cannot sentence criminals or award legally binding judgments. Its role is primarily investigative and advisory. This often means its effectiveness depends on the willingness of the state government and the police to act on the commission’s findings.
Q56. In cases of serious atrocities against women, what specific action can the RSWC take if the police are perceived to be inactive?
Explanation
When the police are perceived as inactive in serious cases involving women, the Commission can use its powers to demand accountability. It can summon the concerned investigating officers and require them to present a status report of the case. While it cannot suspend officers or take over the investigation directly, it can formally recommend a higher-level inquiry to ensure justice.
Q57. Where is the permanent headquarters of the Board of Revenue for Rajasthan located?
Explanation
The Board of Revenue for Rajasthan is a historic institution with its permanent headquarters located in Ajmer. This location was chosen during the administrative reorganization of the state. As the highest revenue court in Rajasthan, it serves as the central hub for land-related litigation and the administration of land records for the entire state, maintaining a separate identity from Jaipur.
Q58. Consider the following statements regarding the Board of Revenue for Rajasthan:
I. It was established by an Ordinance in 1949.
II. Its headquarters is in Ajmer.
III. It replaced the highest revenue courts of the integrating Rajputana states.
IV. It operates primarily under the Rajasthan Land Revenue Act, 1956 and the Rajasthan Tenancy Act, 1955.
V. It has original jurisdiction to hear murder cases related to land disputes.
Which of the above statements are correct?
I. It was established by an Ordinance in 1949.
II. Its headquarters is in Ajmer.
III. It replaced the highest revenue courts of the integrating Rajputana states.
IV. It operates primarily under the Rajasthan Land Revenue Act, 1956 and the Rajasthan Tenancy Act, 1955.
V. It has original jurisdiction to hear murder cases related to land disputes.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Explanation
Established in 1949, the Board of Revenue operates primarily under the Rajasthan Land Revenue Act and the Rajasthan Tenancy Act.
Q59. Which of the following matters does NOT fall under the jurisdiction of the Board of Revenue?
Explanation
The jurisdiction of the Board of Revenue is specifically limited to agricultural land and matters defined under the Rajasthan Land Revenue and Tenancy Acts. It handles tenancy rights, partition of agricultural holdings, and mutation appeals. However, disputes involving urban commercial or residential properties fall under the jurisdiction of the regular civil courts and are governed by different sets of civil laws.
Q60. Given below are two statements, one labeled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The Board of Revenue does not have jurisdiction to adjudicate civil property title disputes regarding residential houses.
Reason (R): The jurisdiction of the Board is strictly confined to agricultural land and revenue matters, whereas civil title disputes fall under regular civil courts.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The Board of Revenue does not have jurisdiction to adjudicate civil property title disputes regarding residential houses.
Reason (R): The jurisdiction of the Board is strictly confined to agricultural land and revenue matters, whereas civil title disputes fall under regular civil courts.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Explanation
The Board of Revenue and its subordinate revenue courts are specialized tribunals for agricultural land. They do not have the legal authority to decide on title disputes regarding non-agricultural residential or commercial buildings. Such property disputes involve complex questions of civil law that are reserved for the civil judiciary, maintaining a clear distinction between revenue administration and general civil litigation.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 51 | (c) Mandatory transfer of all FIRs related to crimes against women from the police department directly. |
| 52 | (d) Advisory in nature, though the government usually tables an action taken report. |
| 53 | (a) It must be laid before the State Legislature along with a memorandum of action taken on the recommendations. |
| 54 | (a) A-iii, B-iv, C-ii, D-i |
| 55 | (a) The inability to penalize offenders or issue binding verdicts like a traditional court. |
| 56 | (d) It can summon the investigating officer, demand a status report, and recommend a higher-level inquiry. |
| 57 | (b) Ajmer |
| 58 | (b) I, II, III and IV only |
| 59 | (d) Title disputes over urban commercial plots |
| 60 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
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.