Indian polity mock test

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1) In the context of the Indian Parliament, which of the following statements about ‘Censure Motion’ is correct?

A) It can be moved only in the Rajya Sabha

B) It requires a simple majority to be passed

C) It must state the reasons for its adoption in the notice

D) It can be moved against individual ministers or the entire council

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2) In a state legislature, if a confidence motion fails, what is the likely immediate constitutional outcome?

A) The Chief Minister continues until a new election is held.

B) The Chief Minister resigns and the Governor may invite another leader to form the government.

C) The President of India takes over the administration of the state.

D) The state legislature is dissolved immediately.

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3) Which statement accurately depicts the jurisdiction of Family Courts in India?

A) Family Courts primarily handle cases related to marriage, divorce, child custody, and maintenance.

B) Family Courts have exclusive jurisdiction over all criminal matters involving family members.

C) Family Courts can impose capital punishment in severe cases of family violence.

D) Family Courts are only found in metropolitan areas and not in rural regions.

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4) In the legislative process of a State, how does the concept of a ‘Whip’ affect party members during voting?

A) It permits crossing party lines without consequence

B) It mandates party members to adhere to official party positions during votes

C) It allows members to vote according to personal beliefs

D) It grants freedom to abstain from voting

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5) Analyze the impact of ‘Ordinance Making Power’ of the Governor on the legislative process of a State.

A) It allows for immediate law-making in urgent situations

B) It requires immediate legislative ratification

C) It weakens the role of the State Legislature

D) It bypasses the need for legislative approval

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6) Which of the following statements best explains the concept of ‘Collective Responsibility’ in the context of the State Council of Ministers?

A) The Chief Minister alone is responsible for the council’s actions

B) The Governor holds individual ministers accountable

C) Each minister is responsible only for their respective department

D) All ministers are collectively responsible to the State Legislature

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7) What is the procedure when a ‘Money Bill’ is rejected by the Vidhan Parishad?

A) The Money Bill is considered defeated

B) The Governor decides the outcome

C) A joint session of both houses is called to resolve the issue

D) The Vidhan Parishad can only recommend amendments which the Vidhan Sabha may accept or reject

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8) Which of the following statements correctly describes the role of the Governor in the legislative process of a State in India?

A) The Governor can withhold assent to a bill passed by the State Legislature

B) The Governor must always act on the advice of the Council of Ministers

C) The Governor cannot return a money bill for reconsideration

D) The Governor has no discretionary powers in legislative matters

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9) What is the role of the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) in the context of national governance?

A) To provide strategic policy advice and coordination

B) To act as the central legislative body

C) To serve as the judicial authority in disputes

D) To directly execute government policies

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10) Consider the following statement about the original jurisdiction of High Courts in India: ‘It extends to cases involving the enforcement of fundamental rights.’ Which among the following is true?

A) The statement is false as High Courts do not have original jurisdiction.

B) The statement is true, but limited only to the High Court of Kerala.

C) The statement is true for all High Courts as per Article 226 of the Indian Constitution.

D) The statement is true for criminal cases only.

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