Q61. Which of the following statements regarding the dual nature of the Board of Revenue 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.
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Q62. The Chairman of the Board of Revenue, Rajasthan, is typically appointed from which cadre of officers?
Explanation
The Chairman of the Board of Revenue is a high-ranking administrative position in the Rajasthan government. Typically, a very senior officer from the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), often at the level of Additional Chief Secretary, is appointed to this role. This ensures that the head of the highest revenue authority has extensive experience in both state administration and land laws.
Q63. In the context of the Board of Revenue’s jurisdiction, which of the following best distinguishes its original jurisdiction from its appellate jurisdiction?
Explanation
In revenue law, original jurisdiction refers to the power of a court to hear and decide a case when it is first filed. Most revenue suits start in lower courts, such as those of the Tehsildar or SDO. The Board primarily exercises appellate and revisional jurisdiction, where it reviews the legality and correctness of orders passed by these subordinate revenue authorities.
Q64. Match List-I (Revenue Officer/Court) with List- II (Typical Primary Function/Jurisdiction):
Select the correct code:
| Revenue Officer/Court | Primary Function/Jurisdiction |
|---|---|
| A. Tehsildar | i. Highest Revisional Authority in revenue cases |
| B. Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) | ii. Primary court of original jurisdiction for agricultural tenancy suits |
| C. District Collector | iii. Preparation and maintenance of land records at the tehsil level |
| D. Board of Revenue | iv. Overall head of district land revenue administration |
Explanation
The revenue administration is hierarchical. Tehsildars manage land records at the local level. Sub-Divisional Officers act as the primary courts for agricultural tenancy suits. The District Collector serves as the administrative head of the district’s revenue department. Finally, the Board of Revenue acts as the highest authority in the state for revising the decisions made by subordinate revenue courts.
Q65. Consider the following statements regarding the administrative control exercised by the Board of Revenue:
Statement I: The Board of Revenue exercises administrative control over Patwaris, Inspector Land Records, and Tehsildars.
Statement II: The Board of Revenue conducts the examination and training of Patwaris in the state.
Identify the correct option:
Statement I: The Board of Revenue exercises administrative control over Patwaris, Inspector Land Records, and Tehsildars.
Statement II: The Board of Revenue conducts the examination and training of Patwaris in the state.
Identify the correct option:
Explanation
Beyond its judicial functions, the Board of Revenue has significant administrative oversight. It controls the lower levels of the revenue hierarchy, including Tehsildars, Girdawars, and Patwaris. Crucially, the Board is responsible for the recruitment process, training, and professional examinations of Patwaris, ensuring that the ground-level staff responsible for maintaining state land records are properly qualified and supervised.
Q66. Consider the following revenue authorities in Rajasthan:
I. Naib Tehsildar
II. Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO)
III. Patwari
IV. Revenue Appellate Authority (RAA)
V. Inspector Land Records (Girdawar)
Which of the following represents the correct ascending hierarchical order from lowest to highest?
I. Naib Tehsildar
II. Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO)
III. Patwari
IV. Revenue Appellate Authority (RAA)
V. Inspector Land Records (Girdawar)
Which of the following represents the correct ascending hierarchical order from lowest to highest?
Explanation
The revenue hierarchy in Rajasthan begins with the Patwari at the village level, followed by the Inspector Land Records (Girdawar). Above them is the Naib Tehsildar and then the Sub- Divisional Officer (SDO). The Revenue Appellate Authority (RAA) sits higher in the hierarchy, hearing appeals from the decisions of SDOs and other officers before matters potentially reach the Board.
Q67. What does the "revisional power" of the Board of Revenue primarily entail?
Explanation
Revisional power is a critical supervisory tool of the Board of Revenue. It allows the Board to examine the records of any case decided by a lower revenue court. The purpose is to ensure that the subordinate court has not exceeded its jurisdiction or acted with material irregularity. This power helps maintain consistency and legal correctness across all revenue courts.
Q68. Consider the following statements regarding the powers of the Board of Revenue:
I. The Board has the power to call for records of any subordinate revenue court.
II. The Board generally interferes with findings of fact during revision even if there is no error of jurisdiction.
III. The Board has the power to review its own previous judgments or orders.
Which of the above statements are correct?
I. The Board has the power to call for records of any subordinate revenue court.
II. The Board generally interferes with findings of fact during revision even if there is no error of jurisdiction.
III. The Board has the power to review its own previous judgments or orders.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Explanation
The Board of Revenue has the power to call for records and review its own judgments. However, during a revision, the Board typically does not interfere with pure findings of fact unless there is a clear error of law or jurisdiction. Revisional jurisdiction is narrower than appellate jurisdiction, focusing on whether the lower court acted within its legal authority.
Q69. Which of the following disputes would typically NOT be filed as an appeal before the Board of Revenue?
Explanation
The Board of Revenue handles civil disputes related to agricultural land, such as illegal dispossession, record-of-rights entries, and rent fixation. However, criminal trespass is a penal offense defined under the Indian Penal Code. Such cases are criminal in nature and must be tried by the regular criminal judiciary rather than the revenue courts, which only handle tenancy issues.
Q70. Consider the following matters:
I. Disputes under the Rajasthan Agricultural Credit Operations (Removal of Difficulties) Act.
II. Disputes regarding ceiling on agricultural holdings.
III. Appeals regarding the allocation of mining leases.
IV. Boundary disputes between two adjoining agricultural fields.
Which of the above matters fall within the jurisdiction of the revenue courts headed by the Board of Revenue?
I. Disputes under the Rajasthan Agricultural Credit Operations (Removal of Difficulties) Act.
II. Disputes regarding ceiling on agricultural holdings.
III. Appeals regarding the allocation of mining leases.
IV. Boundary disputes between two adjoining agricultural fields.
Which of the above matters fall within the jurisdiction of the revenue courts headed by the Board of Revenue?
Explanation
Revenue courts under the Board of Revenue adjudicate matters involving agricultural land ceiling, boundary disputes between fields, and specific agricultural credit operations. However, mining leases are governed by the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act and fall under the jurisdiction of the Mines Department. Mining is distinct from agricultural land revenue and tenancy, which are the Board’s focus.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 61 | (b) It exercises administrative control over the District Police in maintaining law and order during land evictions. |
| 62 | (b) Senior Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers |
| 63 | (a) Original jurisdiction allows the Board to hear a case directly at the first instance, whereas appellate jurisdiction involves reviewing decisions of subordinate revenue courts. |
| 64 | (a) A-iii, B-ii, C-iv, D-i |
| 65 | (c) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct |
| 66 | (a) III, V, I, II, IV |
| 67 | (b) The power to call for the records of any subordinate revenue court to satisfy itself regarding the legality or propriety of an order passed by them. |
| 68 | (b) I and III only |
| 69 | (a) A dispute regarding criminal trespass under Section 441 of the IPC on an agricultural farm. |
| 70 | (a) I, II and IV only |
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.