Indian Polity Mock Test | General Studies | BPSC

Q1. The State Public Service Commission is responsible for conducting examinations for which category of services?

Only gazetted services Only non-gazetted services All services in the state Services specified by the Governor

Q2. Consider the following statements regarding the appointment and removal of the CAG: 1. The CAG is appointed by the President on the recommendation of the Prime Minister. 2. The CAG can be removed by the President in like manner and on the like grounds as a judge of the Supreme Court. 3. The CAG holds office for a term of six years or until the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier. Which of the statements above is/are correct?

1 and 2 only 2 and 3 only 1 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3

Q3. Which of the following powers is exercised by the Advocate General?

Power to pardon Power to declare emergency Right to appear in any court within the State Power to appoint judges

Q4. The Governor of a state has special responsibility in relation to Scheduled Areas. What is this responsibility primarily focused on?

Economic development of non-tribal populations Promotion of tourism in the state Peace and good governance of the Scheduled Areas Preservation of historical monuments

Q5. The concept of Judicial Review was borrowed from which country's constitution?

United Kingdom. United States of America. Canada. Australia.

Q6. The influence of money in politics, particularly through 'election funding', is a persistent concern. Which of the following is a primary rationale for state funding of political parties?

To encourage private sector investment in political campaigns. To level the playing field and reduce the influence of wealthy donors. To increase the transparency of corporate lobbying. To promote partisan propaganda through state media.

Q7. Constitutionalism aims to protect fundamental rights from:

Governmental interference The will of the people Judicial review Legislative oversight

Q8. The Preamble is not enforceable in a court of law, meaning it is:

A fundamental right A directive principle of state policy Non-justiciable A part of the basic structure

Q9. Which constitutional philosophy is critical of the existing legal and political order, often highlighting power imbalances and social inequalities?

Legal Positivism Critical Legal Studies Natural Law Theory Originalism

Q10. What is the term for a political party that is small and primarily focused on a specific set of beliefs?

Mass party Cadre party Catch-all party Dominant party

Q11. Political parties help to translate public demands into:

Private wealth Government policy International treaties Personal disputes

Q12. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the composition of the State Legislature?

Article 168 Article 169 Article 170 Article 171

Q13. The concept of judicial activism can be seen as a dynamic process that evolves with societal changes. However, a potential pitfall of this dynamic approach, when not balanced with restraint, is:

The creation of overly rigid and inflexible legal doctrines. The potential for subjective judicial interpretations to lead to inconsistency and unpredictability in the law. The complete abdication of judicial responsibility in interpreting fundamental rights. The undue deference to legislative intent, even when it is outdated.

Q14. The Chief Minister's role as the leader of the state government includes advising the Governor on the appointment of key officials. Which of these appointments is primarily based on the Chief Minister's recommendation to the Governor?

Advocate-General of the State Chairman and members of the State Public Service Commission District Judges Chief Justice of the State High Court

Q15. Which of the following is a constitutional body responsible for ensuring fair elections in India?

Planning Commission NITI Aayog Election Commission of India National Human Rights Commission

Q16. Which Act was passed in the wake of the Indian Mutiny of 1857?

Indian Councils Act, 1861 Government of India Act, 1858 Indian Councils Act, 1892 Government of India Act, 1909

Q17. The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) was established on the recommendation of which committee?

Kothari Committee Santhanam Committee Chhabra Committee Punchhi Commission

Q18. Which amendment provided constitutional recognition to the Anti-Defection Law, introducing the Tenth Schedule?

48th Amendment Act, 1984 50th Amendment Act, 1984 52nd Amendment Act, 1985 54th Amendment Act, 1986

Q19. The establishment of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council is an example of:

Centralized economic policy Cooperative federalism in fiscal matters Unilateral taxation by the Centre Decentralized fiscal management

Q20. In the context of BPSC examinations, understanding the philosophical underpinnings of judicial activism is crucial. Which philosophical approach most closely aligns with the justification for judicial activism in addressing societal inequities that the legislature may have failed to address?

Legal positivism, which emphasizes the separation of law and morality. Natural law theory, which posits that law should align with inherent moral principles and justice. Legal formalism, which focuses on the mechanical application of legal rules. Legal realism, which views law as what judges do in practice, but not necessarily as a tool for proactive societal engineering.

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