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A body established by the 91st Constitutional Amendment Act of 2003. It aims to ensure fiscal discipline and financial stability in States. However, it is NOT part of the Constitution of India and operates under the supervision of the Finance Commission.

An Act enacted in 1996 to ensure the participation of tribal communities in the decision-making process related to developmental activities in Scheduled Areas.

A statutory body set up by an Act of Parliament in 1963. It provides financial assistance to cooperatives across various sectors, with a significant focus on agriculture and rural development.

The 'Inner Line Permit' is a system of regulated entry into certain regions of India, typically tribal areas in the Northeast. It's not mentioned in any schedule of the Constitution. The system, however, is regulated by executive orders.

A council established in each autonomous district as per the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. It's a local self-governing body with the power to establish schools, constitute village councils, and impose taxes on local trade.

A type of trading involving the execution of trades using computer programs and algorithms. While it can contribute to market volatility, it is not inherently illegal in India. Both retail and institutional traders can utilize it.

A council established for the development of Scheduled Tribes (STs), providing advice to the Governor. This council is NOT empowered to enforce binding regulations.

This refers to the process of settling transactions in stock markets on the same day as the trade takes place. It's a high-speed settlement method, reducing risk and increasing market efficiency.

The executive authority of the Central Government is not automatically extended to all subjects in Scheduled Areas. While the Center has wider powers in Scheduled Areas compared to non-Scheduled Areas, the State List subjects still primarily fall under state jurisdiction.

The Constitution of India DOES NOT specify criteria for declaring an area as a Scheduled Area under the Fifth Schedule. The Parliament can amend provisions relating to the Scheduled Areas through a simple majority.

A registered political party that has not achieved recognition as a National or State party by the Election Commission of India.

The power of the President to make rules regulating recruitment to the public service is exercised ONLY until Parliament creates a law on that matter. The President cannot make permanent rules on public service appointments.

The Constitution of India DOES NOT explicitly establish separate personal law boards for each minority community. Instead, the judicial system applies personal laws based on religious principles.

A coalition government is formed when two or more political parties come together to form a government. This is a common scenario due to India's multi-party system, where various political parties compete for power in a democratic manner.

The term 'core loading' refers to the process of placing fuel assemblies into the reactor core. In the context of India's first indigenous Fast Breeder Reactor, it marks a major milestone in India's nuclear power program.

The Supreme Court is India's highest judicial body and, as per current practice, conducts its proceedings exclusively in English. The President and Governors have the power to authorize Hindi usage in High Courts, although NOT in the Supreme Court.

The Multi-State Cooperative Societies (MSCS) Act, 2002, was amended in 2023. The amendment established the Co-operative Election Authority (CEA) to oversee elections in multi-state cooperative societies. The CEA is tasked with conducting fair and transparent elections, strengthening the democratic process within these societies.

The statement that the state governments can appoint Ombudsman with territorial jurisdiction is incorrect. The amendment empowers the Central Government to establish the National Cooperative Development Council (NCDC), which will then appoint the Ombudsman.

It is a system of regulated entry into certain regions of India, typically tribal areas in the Northeast. It's not mentioned in any schedule of the Constitution. The system, however, is regulated by executive orders.

The Constitution of India DOES NOT specify criteria for declaring an area as a Scheduled Area under the Fifth Schedule. The Parliament can amend provisions relating to the Scheduled Areas through a simple majority.

The 73rd Amendment Act, which enshrined Panchayati Raj institutions in the Constitution, did not reduce the voting age from 21 years to 18 years. It was the 61st Amendment in 1989 that lowered the voting age to 18 years.

This refers to a situation where a member of a legislature leaves their party or joins a different party against the party whip or without permission from the party leadership. This is considered a breach of the Tenth Schedule, leading to disqualification.

This is a system used in India to improve the transparency and accountability of the voting process. It was introduced in 2014 and allows voters to verify their vote.

The statement that voters are allowed to take printed slips of VVPAT with them is incorrect. The printed slips are not meant to be taken by the voters.

Article 371 of the Constitution grants special provisions and unique powers to certain states of India, empowering them to make laws regarding their specific needs. This grants some states more power than others within the Indian federal structure, moving towards an 'asymmetric federalism'.

The statement that the All-India Judicial Services (AIJS) cannot be created without the recommendation of the Chief Justice of India is incorrect. While the Chief Justice can advise, it does not require their explicit recommendation.

The Indian Parliament is empowered to make laws that regulate the creation of the Joint Public Service Commission (JSPSC). This body is not a constitutional body like the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), but rather a statutory body.

The statement that the states of Punjab and Haryana are the only states to have a JSPSC is incorrect. There are other states with JSPSC.

A member other than the Chairman of the UPSC shall be eligible for appointment as the Chairman of UPSC or SPSC ONLY, but not for any other employment under the Union or State Government.

Pressure groups are organized groups that aim to influence public policy without directly seeking elected office. These groups, through lobbying and advocacy, attempt to shape government decisions on issues they consider important.

The statement that All India Services (AIS) officers cannot be transferred from one state to another state is incorrect. AIS officers are frequently transferred between states to maintain administrative continuity.

The statement that All India Services (AIS) can be created by an Act of Parliament is correct. This implies that All India Services (AIS) are a statutory creation, not constitutional creation.

The statement that All India Services (AIS) officers serve both the Union and State Governments is correct. It means AIS officers are shared between the Centre and States.