UPSC Static Quiz – Polity : 17 October 2025

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Match the following provisions/tools that make the Supreme Court the Guardian of Civil Liberties with their explanations: COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 1. Article 13 A. Empowers the Supreme Court to pass orders necessary for complete justice 2. Article 32 B. Declares any law void if it contravenes Fundamental Rights 3. Article 136 C. Grants individuals the right to approach the Supreme Court directly for enforcement of Fundamental Rights 4. Article 142 D. Allows the Supreme Court to grant special leave to appeal on matters, including civil liberties Select the correct answer code a) 1-D, 2-B, 3-A, 4-C b) 1-C, 2-A, 3-B, 4-D c) 1-A, 2-D, 3-C, 4-B d) 1-B, 2-C, 3-D, 4-A Correct Solution: D The correct matches are: Article 13 – Declares any law void if it contravenes Fundamental Rights; Article 32 – Grants individuals the right to approach the Supreme Court directly for enforcement of Fundamental Rights; Article 136 – Allows the Supreme Court to grant special leave to appeal on matters, including civil liberties; Article 142 – Empowers the Supreme Court to pass orders necessary for complete justice. Incorrect Solution: D The correct matches are: Article 13 – Declares any law void if it contravenes Fundamental Rights; Article 32 – Grants individuals the right to approach the Supreme Court directly for enforcement of Fundamental Rights; Article 136 – Allows the Supreme Court to grant special leave to appeal on matters, including civil liberties; Article 142 – Empowers the Supreme Court to pass orders necessary for complete justice.

#### 1. Question

Match the following provisions/tools that make the Supreme Court the Guardian of Civil Liberties with their explanations:

COLUMN 1 | COLUMN 2

1.Article 13 | A. Empowers the Supreme Court to pass orders necessary for complete justice
2.Article 32 | B. Declares any law void if it contravenes Fundamental Rights
3.Article 136 | C. Grants individuals the right to approach the Supreme Court directly for enforcement of Fundamental Rights
4.Article 142 | D. Allows the Supreme Court to grant special leave to appeal on matters, including civil liberties

Select the correct answer code

• a) 1-D, 2-B, 3-A, 4-C

• b) 1-C, 2-A, 3-B, 4-D

• c) 1-A, 2-D, 3-C, 4-B

• d) 1-B, 2-C, 3-D, 4-A

Solution: D

The correct matches are: Article 13 – Declares any law void if it contravenes Fundamental Rights; Article 32 – Grants individuals the right to approach the Supreme Court directly for enforcement of Fundamental Rights; Article 136 – Allows the Supreme Court to grant special leave to appeal on matters, including civil liberties; Article 142 – Empowers the Supreme Court to pass orders necessary for complete justice.

Solution: D

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements about the Collegium system: The Collegium system was established through judgments of the Supreme Court. The Collegium system introduced open competition for the appointment of judges. The appointment of the Chief Justice of India considers the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: A Statement 1 is correct as the Collegium system evolved through judgments of the Supreme Court, specifically from the Second Judges Case (1993). Statement 3 is correct as the appointment of the Chief Justice of India considers the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court. Statement 2 is incorrect because the Collegium system does not introduce open competition for judicial appointments but is instead a closed consultation process. Incorrect Solution: A Statement 1 is correct as the Collegium system evolved through judgments of the Supreme Court, specifically from the Second Judges Case (1993). Statement 3 is correct as the appointment of the Chief Justice of India considers the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court. Statement 2 is incorrect because the Collegium system does not introduce open competition for judicial appointments but is instead a closed consultation process.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements about the Collegium system:

• The Collegium system was established through judgments of the Supreme Court.

• The Collegium system introduced open competition for the appointment of judges.

• The appointment of the Chief Justice of India considers the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: A

Statement 1 is correct as the Collegium system evolved through judgments of the Supreme Court, specifically from the Second Judges Case (1993).

Statement 3 is correct as the appointment of the Chief Justice of India considers the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court.

Statement 2 is incorrect because the Collegium system does not introduce open competition for judicial appointments but is instead a closed consultation process.

Solution: A

Statement 1 is correct as the Collegium system evolved through judgments of the Supreme Court, specifically from the Second Judges Case (1993).

Statement 3 is correct as the appointment of the Chief Justice of India considers the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court.

Statement 2 is incorrect because the Collegium system does not introduce open competition for judicial appointments but is instead a closed consultation process.

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question What is the primary objective of filing a contempt petition in court? a) To request the court to dismiss a previous judgment b) To challenge the constitutionality of a law c) To enforce a court’s decision and hold the violating party accountable d) To seek monetary compensation for damages caused by the court’s order Correct Solution: C The main purpose of filing a contempt petition is to bring attention to the violation or disobedience of a court’s order or judgment. It seeks enforcement of the court’s decision and holds the defying party accountable. If the court finds that contempt has been committed, it may impose penalties, such as fines or imprisonment, to ensure compliance. Incorrect Solution: C The main purpose of filing a contempt petition is to bring attention to the violation or disobedience of a court’s order or judgment. It seeks enforcement of the court’s decision and holds the defying party accountable. If the court finds that contempt has been committed, it may impose penalties, such as fines or imprisonment, to ensure compliance.

#### 3. Question

What is the primary objective of filing a contempt petition in court?

• a) To request the court to dismiss a previous judgment

• b) To challenge the constitutionality of a law

• c) To enforce a court’s decision and hold the violating party accountable

• d) To seek monetary compensation for damages caused by the court’s order

Solution: C

The main purpose of filing a contempt petition is to bring attention to the violation or disobedience of a court’s order or judgment. It seeks enforcement of the court’s decision and holds the defying party accountable. If the court finds that contempt has been committed, it may impose penalties, such as fines or imprisonment, to ensure compliance.

Solution: C

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Which of the following correctly describes the process of appointing the Chief Justice of India (CJI)? a) The CJI is appointed solely by the President of India based on seniority. b) The Law Ministry appoints the CJI after consulting with the senior-most judges. c) The CJI is appointed by a collegium of senior judges in the Supreme Court. d) The President of India appoints the CJI based on the recommendation of the outgoing CJI. Correct Solution: D The Chief Justice of India (CJI) is appointed by the President of India under Article 124 of the Constitution. Typically, the outgoing CJI recommends the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court as their successor, following the principle of seniority and the Memorandum of Procedure (MoP). The Law Ministry processes the recommendation, and the President formalizes the appointment. While seniority is a crucial criterion, factors like merit and integrity are also considered, although deviations from the seniority norm are rare and would require strong justification. Incorrect Solution: D The Chief Justice of India (CJI) is appointed by the President of India under Article 124 of the Constitution. Typically, the outgoing CJI recommends the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court as their successor, following the principle of seniority and the Memorandum of Procedure (MoP). The Law Ministry processes the recommendation, and the President formalizes the appointment. While seniority is a crucial criterion, factors like merit and integrity are also considered, although deviations from the seniority norm are rare and would require strong justification.

#### 4. Question

Which of the following correctly describes the process of appointing the Chief Justice of India (CJI)?

• a) The CJI is appointed solely by the President of India based on seniority.

• b) The Law Ministry appoints the CJI after consulting with the senior-most judges.

• c) The CJI is appointed by a collegium of senior judges in the Supreme Court.

• d) The President of India appoints the CJI based on the recommendation of the outgoing CJI.

Solution: D

The Chief Justice of India (CJI) is appointed by the President of India under Article 124 of the Constitution. Typically, the outgoing CJI recommends the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court as their successor, following the principle of seniority and the Memorandum of Procedure (MoP).

The Law Ministry processes the recommendation, and the President formalizes the appointment. While seniority is a crucial criterion, factors like merit and integrity are also considered, although deviations from the seniority norm are rare and would require strong justification.

Solution: D

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements regarding the tenure and functions of the Chief Justice of India (CJI): The Chief Justice of India has the discretion to appoint any High Court judge as an ad hoc judge of the Supreme Court to handle a backlog of cases. The CJI is responsible for the allocation of cases and the composition of benches in the Supreme Court. Upon retirement, a former CJI cannot be appointed to any position under the government of India to avoid conflicts of interest. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: A Statement 1 is incorrect. While the CJI does have administrative authority, the appointment of ad hoc judges is not at the discretion of the CJI alone. It requires consultation and specific procedures outlined under Article 127 of the Constitution. Statement 2 is correct. The CJI plays a crucial role in the functioning of the Supreme Court, including the allocation of cases and the constitution of benches, which impacts the court’s efficiency and the delivery of justice. Statement 3 is incorrect. There is no constitutional restriction on appointing a retired CJI to a government position, although such appointments are scrutinized for potential conflicts of interest. Incorrect Solution: A Statement 1 is incorrect. While the CJI does have administrative authority, the appointment of ad hoc judges is not at the discretion of the CJI alone. It requires consultation and specific procedures outlined under Article 127 of the Constitution. Statement 2 is correct. The CJI plays a crucial role in the functioning of the Supreme Court, including the allocation of cases and the constitution of benches, which impacts the court’s efficiency and the delivery of justice. Statement 3 is incorrect. There is no constitutional restriction on appointing a retired CJI to a government position, although such appointments are scrutinized for potential conflicts of interest.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the tenure and functions of the Chief Justice of India (CJI):

• The Chief Justice of India has the discretion to appoint any High Court judge as an ad hoc judge of the Supreme Court to handle a backlog of cases.

• The CJI is responsible for the allocation of cases and the composition of benches in the Supreme Court.

• Upon retirement, a former CJI cannot be appointed to any position under the government of India to avoid conflicts of interest.

How many of the above statements are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: A

• Statement 1 is incorrect. While the CJI does have administrative authority, the appointment of ad hoc judges is not at the discretion of the CJI alone. It requires consultation and specific procedures outlined under Article 127 of the Constitution.

• Statement 2 is correct. The CJI plays a crucial role in the functioning of the Supreme Court, including the allocation of cases and the constitution of benches, which impacts the court’s efficiency and the delivery of justice.

• Statement 3 is incorrect. There is no constitutional restriction on appointing a retired CJI to a government position, although such appointments are scrutinized for potential conflicts of interest.

Solution: A

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