Political Science Board Question Paper February 2020

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What differentiates the High Court from Subordinate Courts primarily?

High Court has a broader area of jurisdiction compared to Subordinate Courts. (correct)

High Court has the power to make laws whereas Subordinate Courts do not.

High Court operates at a national level while Subordinate Courts operate at the state level.

High Court judges are appointed by the President while Subordinate Court judges are appointed by local bodies.

Which duty is NOT a fundamental duty of Indian citizens according to the Constitution?

To safeguard public property.

To pay taxes.

To promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood.

To vote in elections. (correct)

What is one of the key features of the socio-political movements?

They focus solely on economic issues.

They are limited to urban areas.

They often seek to bring about social change. (correct)

They are always led by political parties.

Which statement about the powers of the President of India is incorrect?

The President can veto amendments to the Constitution. Signup and view all the answers

What distinction is made between linguism and communalism?

Linguism focuses on language-based identity while communalism is based on religious identity. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of members allowed in the Lok Sabha?

545 Signup and view all the answers

Which figure's consent is mandatory before introducing a money bill in the Parliament?

President Signup and view all the answers

At what age do High Court Judges retire in India?

65 Signup and view all the answers

Which country is known as an example of a one-party system?

China Signup and view all the answers

In which year was the first Backward Class Commission appointed?

1958 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the correct match for Vice-President in Group A?

Ex-officio Chairman of Rajya Sabha Signup and view all the answers

Which party is associated with Gorkhaland?

West Bengal Signup and view all the answers

Why does the President nominate 12 members to the Rajya Sabha?

To benefit from their expertise Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the operation conducted to remove terrorists from the Golden Temple?

Operation Blue Star Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the Rajya Sabha is correct?

It is the upper house of the Indian Parliament. Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first female teacher in Maharashtra known for her contributions to education?

Savitribai Phule Signup and view all the answers

Which year is associated with the Chipko Movement?

1973 Signup and view all the answers

Which body is responsible for declaring human rights?

United Nations Signup and view all the answers

Who acts as a link between the President and the Council of Ministers?

Prime Minister Signup and view all the answers

Which law governs the Juvenile Courts in India?

Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding India's legislative system?

Only some states in India have a bicameral legislature. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Board Question Paper: February 2020 - Political Science

Question 1(A): Complete the statements using the correct words/figures.
- Lok Sabha has a maximum of 552 members.
- Before introducing a money bill, the prior consent of the President is mandatory.
- High Court judges retire at age 62.
- The example of a one-party system is the former state of Oman (note: this may be erroneous based on current political landscape).
- The first Backward Classes Commission was appointed in 1953 under the chairmanship of Kakasaheb Kalekar.
Question 1(B): Match the words from Group A with Group B.
- Vice President: Ex-officio Chairman of Rajya Sabha.
- Vidhan Sabha: Lower House.
- Lok Adalat: Speedy clearance of cases.
- State level party: Karnataka
- Gorkhaland: West Bengal
Question 1(C): Correct the underlined words and rewrite the statements.
- Indian citizens get the right to vote at the age of 18 years.
- Inequality is not the basis of democracy, but rather the inclusion and consideration of diverse perspectives.
- Rajya Sabha is the house which represents the states (not people).
- In 2002, riots broke out in Gujarat, specifically Ahmedabad city.
Question 1(D): Select appropriate reasons and complete the statements.
- The President nominates 12 members in the Rajya Sabha because the legislature benefits from their expertise.
- To drag out terrorists from the Golden Temple in Punjab, Operation Blue Star was conducted.
Question 2(A): Answer the following questions in one sentence.
- Provide the name of the president of the Constituent Assembly (this is required to complete the note).
- The UN proclaimed the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
- The Union Legislature of India is Parliament.

Additional Questions from Page 2

Question 3: State whether statements are True or False with reasons (answer requires the statements for detailed notes).
Question 4: Write brief answers of the following (Answer requires the questions to provide comprehensive notes).
Question 5(A): Distinguish between the President and Prime Minister, High Court and Subordinate Courts, and Linguism and Communalism. (Answer requires questions to provide specific attributes for comparison).
Question 5(B): Answer any one of the questions (Answer requires the questions to create detailed answer points).
Question 6: Answer any two questions (Details are required from specific questions for complete notes)
Question 7: Elaborate on the importance of the preamble to the Constitution and state opinion on the Parliament.
Question 8: Answer in detail on the powers and functions of the President or the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court (requires specific questions to formulate concrete points).

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This quiz covers important concepts from the Political Science syllabus as per the February 2020 board question paper. It includes multiple statements to complete, matching questions, and correction of underlined statements. Test your knowledge of political structures, rights, and important commissions in India.