Static Quiz 14 July 2025 (Polity)
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Static Quiz 14 July 2025 (Polity) For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
Consider a scenario where a government is drafting a new education policy. It includes the following components:
1. Equal access to schools for all children regardless of caste or religion.
2. Reservation of seats and scholarships for socio-economically disadvantaged students.
3. Performance-based incentives for students from privileged backgrounds.
How many of the above provisions align with the idea of substantive justice as envisioned in the Indian Constitution?CorrectCorrect Answer: (b) Only two
Explanation:
• Statement 1 promotes formal equality—a key component of justice.
• Statement 2 supports substantive equality, enabling equity for the disadvantaged, in line with Articles 15(4), 46, etc.
• Statement 3 incentivizes the privileged, which may promote merit but does not address structural inequities, so it does not align with justice in the constitutional sense.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b) Only two
Explanation:
• Statement 1 promotes formal equality—a key component of justice.
• Statement 2 supports substantive equality, enabling equity for the disadvantaged, in line with Articles 15(4), 46, etc.
• Statement 3 incentivizes the privileged, which may promote merit but does not address structural inequities, so it does not align with justice in the constitutional sense. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following best describes the Indian model of secularism?
CorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• Indian secularism is not absolute separation (as in the U.S.), but one of “principled distance”—the state may intervene (e.g., temple entry, abolition of untouchability) to uphold constitutional values.
• Option (b) captures this balanced and contextual approach.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• Indian secularism is not absolute separation (as in the U.S.), but one of “principled distance”—the state may intervene (e.g., temple entry, abolition of untouchability) to uphold constitutional values.
• Option (b) captures this balanced and contextual approach. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
The idea of freedom as per Indian democratic traditions incorporates which of the following?
1. Legal guarantees against arbitrary state action.
2. Positive provisions for enabling choice and opportunity.
3. Unlimited personal autonomy without regard for public morality.
Select the correct answer:CorrectCorrect Answer: (a)
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is true: Article 19 and Article 21 protect personal liberties.
• Statement 2 is true: The state also provides support for meaningful liberty (e.g., RTE Act, affirmative action).
• Statement 3 is false: Reasonable restrictions under Article 19(2)–(6) ensure public order, decency, etc.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (a)
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is true: Article 19 and Article 21 protect personal liberties.
• Statement 2 is true: The state also provides support for meaningful liberty (e.g., RTE Act, affirmative action).
• Statement 3 is false: Reasonable restrictions under Article 19(2)–(6) ensure public order, decency, etc. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about distributive justice:
1. It seeks fair allocation of resources based on both need and merit.
2. It denies any role for the state in correcting structural inequalities.
3. It is linked to both Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles in the Constitution.
How many of the above are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: (b) Only two
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: Distributive justice includes need-based and merit-based dimensions.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: The state is central to removing structural inequalities (e.g., Article 38, Article 46).
• Statement 3 is correct: Both FRs (e.g., right to equality) and DPSPs (e.g., Article 39) help ensure justice.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b) Only two
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: Distributive justice includes need-based and merit-based dimensions.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: The state is central to removing structural inequalities (e.g., Article 38, Article 46).
• Statement 3 is correct: Both FRs (e.g., right to equality) and DPSPs (e.g., Article 39) help ensure justice. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following types of direct democracy best fits the statement below?
“Citizens directly vote on a proposed law or policy rather than electing representatives to decide on their behalf.”CorrectCorrect Answer: (a) Referendum
Explanation:
• A referendum is a vote by the electorate on a specific issue.
• Initiative is when citizens propose a law;
• Recall is to remove an elected representative;
• Plebiscite is similar to referendum but often non-binding or on sovereignty issues.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (a) Referendum
Explanation:
• A referendum is a vote by the electorate on a specific issue.
• Initiative is when citizens propose a law;
• Recall is to remove an elected representative;
• Plebiscite is similar to referendum but often non-binding or on sovereignty issues.
