Static Quiz 14 June 2024
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Static Quiz 14 June 2024 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Which of the following is/are features of Indian secularism as adopted in the Constitution?
1. Religion is a personal matter and there is no interference by the state.
2. No citizen can be denied entry into any educational institute of the state on the grounds of religion or caste.
3. Every religious denomination has the right to establish and maintain charitable institutions without any limitation.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:CorrectAnswer: C
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is not correct: The Indian Constitution has been secular from the beginning. It guarantees Freedom of Religion (Art 25-28) and Protection of Minority Rights (Art 29-30) as Fundamental Rights. Unlike the Western concept of secularism, where religion is considered a personal matter, Indian secularism allows state intervention in religious matters, especially to regulate economic, political, and secular activities related to religious practices.
• Statement 3 is not correct: The Freedom of Religion is not absolute. The Constitution allows the state to impose certain restrictions on the grounds of public order, morality, and health.IncorrectAnswer: C
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is not correct: The Indian Constitution has been secular from the beginning. It guarantees Freedom of Religion (Art 25-28) and Protection of Minority Rights (Art 29-30) as Fundamental Rights. Unlike the Western concept of secularism, where religion is considered a personal matter, Indian secularism allows state intervention in religious matters, especially to regulate economic, political, and secular activities related to religious practices.
• Statement 3 is not correct: The Freedom of Religion is not absolute. The Constitution allows the state to impose certain restrictions on the grounds of public order, morality, and health. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following Supreme Court cases is/are related to disputes/conflicts between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles of State Policy?
1. IR Coehlo Case, 2007
2. Golaknath case, 1967
3. Maneka Gandhi case, 1978
4. Minerva Mill Case, 1980
Select the correct answer using the code given below:CorrectAnswer: B
IncorrectAnswer: B
- Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following would fall under the definition of State as defined in Article 12 of the Constitution?
1. Delhi Metro Rail Corporation
2. Unique Identification Authority of India
3. NITI Aayog
4. RBI
Select the correct answer using the code given below:CorrectAnswer: D
IncorrectAnswer: D
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With reference to the Central Vigilance Commission, consider the following statements:
1. It is a constitutional body.
2. Its Chairman and members are appointed by the President.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: B
Explanation: The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) is the primary agency for preventing corruption in the Central government. It was established in 1964 by an executive resolution of the Central government based on the recommendations of the Santhanam Committee on Prevention of Corruption (1962–64). Initially, the CVC was neither a constitutional body nor a statutory body. It gained statutory status in 2003 through a law enacted by Parliament. Hence, statement 1 is not correct.IncorrectAnswer: B
Explanation: The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) is the primary agency for preventing corruption in the Central government. It was established in 1964 by an executive resolution of the Central government based on the recommendations of the Santhanam Committee on Prevention of Corruption (1962–64). Initially, the CVC was neither a constitutional body nor a statutory body. It gained statutory status in 2003 through a law enacted by Parliament. Hence, statement 1 is not correct. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following is/are correct with reference to the right to constitutional remedies provided under Article 32 of the constitution?
1. It is invoked to determine the constitutionality of any executive order or legislation if it directly infringes any of the fundamental rights.
2. The Supreme Court has original and exclusive jurisdiction in case of enforcement of fundamental rights.
3. It is a basic feature of the constitution and cannot be taken away even by a constitutional amendment.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:CorrectAnswer: C
Explanation: Statement 2 is not correct: In the case of enforcing Fundamental Rights, the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court is original but not exclusive. It is concurrent with the jurisdiction of the high court under Article 226.IncorrectAnswer: C
Explanation: Statement 2 is not correct: In the case of enforcing Fundamental Rights, the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court is original but not exclusive. It is concurrent with the jurisdiction of the high court under Article 226.