UPSC Static Quiz – Polity : 26 March 2025

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements. Parliament may, by law, regulate any matter relating to or connected with the election of a President or a Vice-President. All doubts and disputes arising out of the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Election Commission of India whose decision shall be final. Which of the above statements is/are incorrect? a) 1 only b) 2 only c) Both 1 and 2 d) Neither 1 nor 2 Correct Solution: b) Statement 1 is correct — As per Article 71(3) of the Indian Constitution, Parliament may by law regulate any matter relating to or connected with the election of the President or Vice-President. This provision empowers Parliament to make laws such as the Presidential and Vice-Presidential Elections Act, 1952, which governs the conduct of these elections. Statement 2 is incorrect — Article 71(1) clearly states that all doubts and disputes arising out of the election of the President or Vice-President shall be decided by the Supreme Court, not the Election Commission of India. The Supreme Court’s decision in such matters is final and binding. The Election Commission plays a role in conducting the elections, but has no adjudicatory role in case of disputes regarding their validity. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 1 is correct — As per Article 71(3) of the Indian Constitution, Parliament may by law regulate any matter relating to or connected with the election of the President or Vice-President. This provision empowers Parliament to make laws such as the Presidential and Vice-Presidential Elections Act, 1952, which governs the conduct of these elections. Statement 2 is incorrect — Article 71(1) clearly states that all doubts and disputes arising out of the election of the President or Vice-President shall be decided by the Supreme Court, not the Election Commission of India. The Supreme Court’s decision in such matters is final and binding. The Election Commission plays a role in conducting the elections, but has no adjudicatory role in case of disputes regarding their validity.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements.

• Parliament may, by law, regulate any matter relating to or connected with the election of a President or a Vice-President.

• All doubts and disputes arising out of the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Election Commission of India whose decision shall be final.

Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• c) Both 1 and 2

• d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution: b)

• Statement 1 is correct — As per Article 71(3) of the Indian Constitution, Parliament may by law regulate any matter relating to or connected with the election of the President or Vice-President. This provision empowers Parliament to make laws such as the Presidential and Vice-Presidential Elections Act, 1952, which governs the conduct of these elections.

• Statement 2 is incorrect — Article 71(1) clearly states that all doubts and disputes arising out of the election of the President or Vice-President shall be decided by the Supreme Court, not the Election Commission of India. The Supreme Court’s decision in such matters is final and binding. The Election Commission plays a role in conducting the elections, but has no adjudicatory role in case of disputes regarding their validity.

Solution: b)

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements regarding the Legislative Powers of the President. He can send messages to the Houses of Parliament with respect to a bill pending in the Parliament. He decides on questions as to disqualifications of members of the Parliament, in consultation with the Prime Minister. In the case of Puducherry, the President can legislate by making regulations but only when the assembly is suspended or dissolved. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Statement 2 is incorrect. The President is an integral part of the Parliament of India, and enjoys the following legislative powers. He can send messages to the Houses of Parliament, whether with respect to a bill pending in the Parliament or otherwise. He decides on questions as to disqualifications of members of the Parliament, in consultation with the Election Commission. • He can make regulations for the peace, progress and good government of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. In the case of Puducherry also, the President can legislate by making regulations but only when the assembly is suspended or dissolved. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 2 is incorrect. The President is an integral part of the Parliament of India, and enjoys the following legislative powers. He can send messages to the Houses of Parliament, whether with respect to a bill pending in the Parliament or otherwise. He decides on questions as to disqualifications of members of the Parliament, in consultation with the Election Commission. • He can make regulations for the peace, progress and good government of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. In the case of Puducherry also, the President can legislate by making regulations but only when the assembly is suspended or dissolved.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the Legislative Powers of the President.

• He can send messages to the Houses of Parliament with respect to a bill pending in the Parliament.

• He decides on questions as to disqualifications of members of the Parliament, in consultation with the Prime Minister.

• In the case of Puducherry, the President can legislate by making regulations but only when the assembly is suspended or dissolved.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statement 2 is incorrect.

The President is an integral part of the Parliament of India, and enjoys the following legislative powers.

• He can send messages to the Houses of Parliament, whether with respect to a bill pending in the Parliament or otherwise.

• He decides on questions as to disqualifications of members of the Parliament, in consultation with the Election Commission.

• He can make regulations for the peace, progress and good government of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. In the case of Puducherry also, the President can legislate by making regulations but only when the assembly is suspended or dissolved.

Solution: b)

Statement 2 is incorrect.

The President is an integral part of the Parliament of India, and enjoys the following legislative powers.

• He can send messages to the Houses of Parliament, whether with respect to a bill pending in the Parliament or otherwise.

• He decides on questions as to disqualifications of members of the Parliament, in consultation with the Election Commission.

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements. No demand for a grant can be made except on the recommendation of the President. The President has the veto power over the bills passed by the Parliament. The President does not have veto power with respect to state legislation. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: a) Statement 3 is incorrect. The President has the veto power over the bills passed by the Parliament, that is, he can withhold his assent to the bills. The President has veto power with respect to state legislation also. A bill passed by a state legislature can become an act only if it receives the assent of the governor or the President (in case the bill is reserved for the consideration of the President). Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 3 is incorrect. The President has the veto power over the bills passed by the Parliament, that is, he can withhold his assent to the bills. The President has veto power with respect to state legislation also. A bill passed by a state legislature can become an act only if it receives the assent of the governor or the President (in case the bill is reserved for the consideration of the President).

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements.

• No demand for a grant can be made except on the recommendation of the President.

• The President has the veto power over the bills passed by the Parliament.

• The President does not have veto power with respect to state legislation.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: a)

Statement 3 is incorrect.

• The President has the veto power over the bills passed by the Parliament, that is, he can withhold his assent to the bills.

• The President has veto power with respect to state legislation also. A bill passed by a state legislature can become an act only if it receives the assent of the governor or the President (in case the bill is reserved for the consideration of the President).

Solution: a)

Statement 3 is incorrect.

• The President has the veto power over the bills passed by the Parliament, that is, he can withhold his assent to the bills.

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements All high courts in India have a territorial jurisdiction confined to a single state. District Court assume the name of Sessions Courts when they deal with matters concerning criminal cases. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 2 only c) Both 1 and 2 d) Neither 1 nor 2 Correct Solution: b) All High courts in India have a territorial jurisdiction not confined to a single state. Union territories jurisdiction would come under different state’s high court. The district court is also a court of sessions when it exercises its jurisdiction on criminal matters under the Code of Criminal Procedure. Incorrect Solution: b) All High courts in India have a territorial jurisdiction not confined to a single state. Union territories jurisdiction would come under different state’s high court. The district court is also a court of sessions when it exercises its jurisdiction on criminal matters under the Code of Criminal Procedure.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements

• All high courts in India have a territorial jurisdiction confined to a single state.

• District Court assume the name of Sessions Courts when they deal with matters concerning criminal cases.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• c) Both 1 and 2

• d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution: b)

• All High courts in India have a territorial jurisdiction not confined to a single state. Union territories jurisdiction would come under different state’s high court.

The district court is also a court of sessions when it exercises its jurisdiction on criminal matters under the Code of Criminal Procedure.

Solution: b)

• All High courts in India have a territorial jurisdiction not confined to a single state. Union territories jurisdiction would come under different state’s high court.

The district court is also a court of sessions when it exercises its jurisdiction on criminal matters under the Code of Criminal Procedure.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Which of the following are the compulsory provisions of the 73rd Constitutional amendment act? Fixing tenure of 5 years for panchayats at all levels and holding fresh elections within six months in the event of suppression of any panchayat. Granting financial powers to the panchayats to levy, collect and appropriate taxes, duties, tolls and fees. Granting powers and authority to the panchayats to enable them to function as institutions of self-government. Reservation of one-third seats for women in panchayats at all the three levels. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) Only three d) All four Correct Solution: b) Statements 1 and 4 are compulsory provisions and statements 2 and 3 are voluntary provisions. The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 added Part IX to the Constitution, providing a constitutional framework for the structure, composition, powers, and functions of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs). It outlines compulsory and voluntary provisions for state governments. Statement 1 is correct — Article 243E mandates a five-year tenure for panchayats and fresh elections within six months of dissolution. This is a compulsory provision binding on all states. Statement 2 is incorrect — Granting financial powers like levying and collecting taxes is a voluntary provision under Article 243H. States may choose whether or not to devolve such powers. Statement 3 is incorrect — Article 243G empowers states to decide which functions and authority to devolve to panchayats. This too is voluntary, allowing discretion based on administrative readiness. Statement 4 is correct — Article 243D provides for one-third reservation for women in seats and chairperson posts across all panchayat levels — a compulsory provision. Incorrect Solution: b) Statements 1 and 4 are compulsory provisions and statements 2 and 3 are voluntary provisions. The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 added Part IX to the Constitution, providing a constitutional framework for the structure, composition, powers, and functions of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs). It outlines compulsory and voluntary provisions for state governments. Statement 1 is correct — Article 243E mandates a five-year tenure for panchayats and fresh elections within six months of dissolution. This is a compulsory provision binding on all states. Statement 2 is incorrect — Granting financial powers like levying and collecting taxes is a voluntary provision under Article 243H. States may choose whether or not to devolve such powers. Statement 3 is incorrect — Article 243G empowers states to decide which functions and authority to devolve to panchayats. This too is voluntary, allowing discretion based on administrative readiness. Statement 4 is correct — Article 243D provides for one-third reservation for women in seats and chairperson posts across all panchayat levels — a compulsory provision.

#### 5. Question

Which of the following are the compulsory provisions of the 73rd Constitutional amendment act?

• Fixing tenure of 5 years for panchayats at all levels and holding fresh elections within six months in the event of suppression of any panchayat.

• Granting financial powers to the panchayats to levy, collect and appropriate taxes, duties, tolls

• Granting powers and authority to the panchayats to enable them to function as institutions of self-government.

• Reservation of one-third seats for women in panchayats at all the three levels.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) Only three

• d) All four

Solution: b)

• Statements 1 and 4 are compulsory provisions and statements 2 and 3 are voluntary provisions.

• The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 added Part IX to the Constitution, providing a constitutional framework for the structure, composition, powers, and functions of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs). It outlines compulsory and voluntary provisions for state governments.

• Statement 1 is correct — Article 243E mandates a five-year tenure for panchayats and fresh elections within six months of dissolution. This is a compulsory provision binding on all states.

• Statement 2 is incorrect — Granting financial powers like levying and collecting taxes is a voluntary provision under Article 243H. States may choose whether or not to devolve such powers.

• Statement 3 is incorrect — Article 243G empowers states to decide which functions and authority to devolve to panchayats. This too is voluntary, allowing discretion based on administrative readiness.

• Statement 4 is correct — Article 243D provides for one-third reservation for women in seats and chairperson posts across all panchayat levels — a compulsory provision.

Solution: b)

• Statements 1 and 4 are compulsory provisions and statements 2 and 3 are voluntary provisions.

• Statement 4 is correct — Article 243D provides for one-third reservation for women in seats and chairperson posts across all panchayat levels — a compulsory provision.

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