Indian polity mock test

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

A) The Governor decides the outcome

B) The Money Bill is considered defeated

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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2) 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 for all High Courts as per Article 226 of the Indian Constitution.

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

D) The statement is true for criminal cases only.

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3) 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 state legislature is dissolved immediately.

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

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

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

A) The Governor cannot return a money bill for reconsideration

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

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

D) The Governor has no discretionary powers in legislative matters

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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 bypasses the need for legislative approval

D) It weakens the role of the State Legislature

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 only in the Rajya Sabha

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

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

B) It permits crossing party lines without consequence

C) It allows members to vote according to personal beliefs

D) It grants freedom to abstain from voting

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

A) To directly execute government policies

B) To provide strategic policy advice and coordination

C) To act as the central legislative body

D) To serve as the judicial authority in disputes

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

A) Each minister is responsible only for their respective department

B) The Governor holds individual ministers accountable

C) All ministers are collectively responsible to the State Legislature

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

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