Indian Constitution and Governance Quiz

The Balwant Rai Mehta Committee recommended a three-tier system of government for the first time in independent India. This system includes Panchayats (village level), Block Samitis (intermediate level), and Zila Parishads (district level).

The electoral college for the President of India does not involve members of the legislative assembly of Jammu and Kashmir.

The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992 introduced a new system of decentralised governance in India, replacing the traditional representative system with a participatory one. This allows for greater citizen participation in decision-making at local levels.

The Panchayat (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act of 1996 (PESA) empowers Scheduled Areas to regulate their own affairs. This includes the power to enforce prohibition or regulate the sale and consumption of intoxicants and the authority to own and manage minor forest produce.

The Constitution of India states that reservation of seats in Panchayats elections for Scheduled Tribes does not apply to the state of Arunachal Pradesh.

The European Free Trade Association (EFTA) includes the countries of Iceland, Norway, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein.

The European Free Trade Association (EFTA) is a group of European countries that promote free trade. It is not a political union, but rather an economic one, allowing for the free movement of goods and services between member countries.

The European Free Trade Association (EFTA) is a group of European countries that promote free trade. It is not a political union, but rather an economic one, allowing for the free movement of goods and services between member countries. The EFTA was established in 1960 following the creation of the European Economic Community (EEC).

The President of India has the authority to designate specific tribes as Scheduled Tribes in a particular state, in consultation with the respective Governor.

The President of India can include or exclude tribes from the National List of Scheduled Tribes. This means the central government controls the national recognition of tribal groups.

Article 17 of the Indian Constitution abolishes untouchability. The Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955, enforces this constitutional provision.

Article 22 of the Indian Constitution guarantees protection against arbitrary detention. The Bonded Labour System (Abolition) Act, 1976, aims to prevent forced labor and uphold this constitutional principle.

The 91st Amendment Act of 2003 introduced this body to manage state finances.

The SFC operates under the broader guidance of the Finance Commission of India, the national level finance advisor.

The SFC provides advice to the state government on how to distribute financial resources fairly among different areas within the state.

The 73rd Amendment Act of 1992 mandated the reservation of seats for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) in Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs).

The PESA Act of 1996 empowers Gram Sabhas (village councils) with certain powers in the areas under Schedule 6 of the Indian Constitution.

The PESA Act gives Gram Sabhas the authority to control the alienation (transfer) of land in the Scheduled Areas, ensuring tribal communities' control over their land.

The PESA Act gives Gram Sabhas the right to prevent the alienation of land within their areas, which is crucial for their traditional way of life.

The PESA Act provides Gram Sabhas with the power to oversee the management of natural resources within their areas which is crucial for their sustainable livelihoods.

The Indian Constitution mandates that the Devanagari script be used for all official purposes of the Union.

Coalition governments are formed when multiple political parties come together to form a ruling majority. This has become a common occurrence in India's political landscape.

India's political system is based on a multi-party system, allowing various political parties to compete for power democratically.

The Constitution of India stipulates that the numerals used for official purposes of the Union shall be in Devanagari.

The tenure of the Chief Information Commissioner and Information Commissioners is fixed at three years.

The salaries and allowances of the Chief Information Commissioner and Information Commissioners are determined by the Central Government.

A process where two parent organisms combine genetic material to produce offspring.

A process where an organism splits into two equal-sized offspring.

A process where an egg develops into an individual without fertilization.

Seats reserved for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) in municipalities are filled through direct elections.

The specific seats reserved for SCs and STs in municipalities are based on their proportion in the population.

The reservation of seats in municipalities for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) is based on the population proportion of these communities in the area.

Part XVI of the Indian Constitution focuses on Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Socially and Economically Backward Classes. It grants authorities the power to identify and maintain lists of these groups.

The Constitution of India allows minorities to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice, enabling them to preserve their cultural and religious identity.

The National Commission for Minorities was established by an Act of Parliament, not by a directive from the Supreme Court.

Minority institutions can impart compulsory religious teaching even if fully funded by the government, respecting their autonomy. However, this must be within the framework of the law.

The Governor of a state, with the President's consent, can allow the use of Hindi in judgments, decrees, and orders of the High Court. However, the primary language of the court remains the official language of the state.

The Constitution of India does not explicitly mention the use of Hindi in lower courts (District/Subordinate Courts). The language of these courts is typically determined by the state legislation.

The Hambantota Port in Sri Lanka is correctly matched with the given information. Agalega Island is in the Indian Ocean, not the Maldives. Chabahar Port is in Iran, not Iraq.

The Special Economic Zones (SEZs) are areas designated by the Government of India for promoting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and export-oriented manufacturing. They offer several incentives to businesses, including tax breaks and simplified procedures.