INSIGHTS IAS REVISION PLAN FOR PRELIMS 2019 – DAILY REVISION TESTS: TEST-45
INSIGHTS IAS REVISION PLAN FOR PRELIMS 2019 - DAILY REVISION TESTS
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Welcome to Insights IAS Revision Plan for UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Exam – 2019.
If you are wondering why these questions are posted, please refer to the detailed Timetable provided HERE.
These questions are carefully framed to help you improve various skills and knowledge necessary to face uncertain, unpredictable and difficult questions in real prelims exam. This test is NOT about your scores. It’s about an opportunity to make mistakes and learn from these mistakes now itself. Also, these tests are NOT meant to give you EXPECTED questions for the upcoming prelims. So, don’t judge these questions unless there is an error (factual or typo) in these questions. To do really well in these small tests, REVISION is the KEY. Do follow our Revision Timetable religiously. It WILL help you clear Prelims – 2019.
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Question 1 of 25
1. Question
2 pointsWhich of the following are the features of Parliamentary Government?
- Majority Party Rule
- Separation of powers.
- Collective Responsibility
- Rigid Constitution
Select the correct answer using the code given below
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Solution: A
Separation of powers and Rigid Constitution are the features of Presidential system of government.
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Solution: A
Separation of powers and Rigid Constitution are the features of Presidential system of government.
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Question 2 of 25
2. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
1.The Parliament can make laws for the whole or any part of the territory of India.
- The Parliament and State Legislature can make ‘extra-territorial legislation’.
- The laws made by a state legislature are not applicable outside the state, except when there is a sufficient nexus between the state and the object.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: D
The Parliament alone can make ‘extra-territorial legislation’.
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Solution: D
The Parliament alone can make ‘extra-territorial legislation’.
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Question 3 of 25
3. Question
2 pointsState legislatures can make laws to enforce
1.Fundamental Rights
2.Directive Principles of State Policy
- Fundamental Duties
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Correct
Solution: B
Most of them are directly enforceable (self-executed) while a few of them can be enforced on the basis of a law made for giving effect to them. Such a law can be made only by the Parliament and not by state legislatures so that uniformity throughout the country is maintained (Article 35).
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Solution: B
Most of them are directly enforceable (self-executed) while a few of them can be enforced on the basis of a law made for giving effect to them. Such a law can be made only by the Parliament and not by state legislatures so that uniformity throughout the country is maintained (Article 35).
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Question 4 of 25
4. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements.
1.The Governor may, with the consent of the Central government, entrust to that government any of the executive functions of the state.
2.A law made by the Parliament on a subject of the Union List can confer powers and impose duties on a state, or authorise the conferring of powers and imposition of duties by the Centre upon a state.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: C
Both the statements are correct.
Incorrect
Solution: C
Both the statements are correct.
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Question 5 of 25
5. Question
2 pointsThe executive power of every state is to be exercised in such a way
1.As to ensure compliance with the laws made by the Parliament and any existing law which apply in the state.
2.As not to impede or prejudice the exercise of executive power of the Centre in the state.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: C
Both the statements are correct.
Incorrect
Solution: C
Both the statements are correct.
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Question 6 of 25
6. Question
2 pointsWho establishes the Inter-State Council to investigate and discuss subject of common interest between the Centre and the states?
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Solution: A
The Inter-State Council is a non-permanent constitutional body set up by a presidential order on the basis of provisions in Article 263 of the Constitution of India.
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Solution: A
The Inter-State Council is a non-permanent constitutional body set up by a presidential order on the basis of provisions in Article 263 of the Constitution of India.
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Question 7 of 25
7. Question
2 pointsWhich of the following signify the difference between Martial law and National Emergency?
1.Martial law can be imposed in a specific part of the country whereas National Emergency must be applicable throughout the country.
2.Martial law suspends the concerned civilian government and ordinary law courts whereas they are continued in the case of a National Emergency.
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
Correct
Solution: B
Incorrect
Solution: B
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Question 8 of 25
8. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
1.The Constitution does not contain any specific procedure for the selection and appointment of the Prime Minister.
2.Constitution requires that a person must prove his majority in the Lok Sabha before he is appointed as the Prime Minister.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution: A
Constitution does not require that a person must prove his majority in the Lok Sabha before he is appointed as the Prime Minister.
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Solution: A
Constitution does not require that a person must prove his majority in the Lok Sabha before he is appointed as the Prime Minister.
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Question 9 of 25
9. Question
2 pointsWhich of the following recommendations not accepted by the government regarding Swaran Singh Committee recommendation on Fundamental duties?
- The Parliament may provide for the imposition of such penalty or punishment as may be considered appropriate for any non-compliance with or refusal to observe any of the duties.
- No law imposing such penalty or punishment shall be called in question in any court on the ground of infringement of any of Fundamental Rights
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: C
Both the statements are correct.
Clarification for the revision test-44 10th question.
The statements in last test were generalized statements on Fundamental duties and not specific to Swaran Singh Committee recommendations.
Parliament may provide for the imposition of such penalty or punishment as may be considered appropriate for any non-compliance with or refusal to observe any of the duties.
Like the Directive Principles, the fundamental duties are also non-justiciable. The Constitution does not provide for their direct enforcement by the courts. Moreover, there is not legal sanction against their violation. However, the Parliament is free to enforce them by suitable legislation.
The Verma Committee on Fundamental Duties of the Citizens (1999) identified the existence of legal provisions for the implementation of some of the Fundamental Duties.
In 1992, the Supreme Court ruled that in determining the constitutionality of any law, if a court finds that the law in question seeks to give effect to a fundamental duty, it may consider such law to be ‘reasonable’ in relation to Article 14 (equality before law) or Article 19 (six freedoms) and thus save such law from unconstitutionality.
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Solution: C
Both the statements are correct.
Clarification for the revision test-44 10th question.
The statements in last test were generalized statements on Fundamental duties and not specific to Swaran Singh Committee recommendations.
Parliament may provide for the imposition of such penalty or punishment as may be considered appropriate for any non-compliance with or refusal to observe any of the duties.
Like the Directive Principles, the fundamental duties are also non-justiciable. The Constitution does not provide for their direct enforcement by the courts. Moreover, there is not legal sanction against their violation. However, the Parliament is free to enforce them by suitable legislation.
The Verma Committee on Fundamental Duties of the Citizens (1999) identified the existence of legal provisions for the implementation of some of the Fundamental Duties.
In 1992, the Supreme Court ruled that in determining the constitutionality of any law, if a court finds that the law in question seeks to give effect to a fundamental duty, it may consider such law to be ‘reasonable’ in relation to Article 14 (equality before law) or Article 19 (six freedoms) and thus save such law from unconstitutionality.
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Question 10 of 25
10. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Prime Minister
1.He allocates and reshuffles various portfolios among the ministers.
2.He guides, directs, controls, and coordinates the activities of all the ministers.
3.He has to communicate to the President all decisions of the council of ministers relating to the administration of the affairs of the Union and proposals for legislation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: D
All the above statements are correct.
Incorrect
Solution: D
All the above statements are correct.
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Question 11 of 25
11. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Parliamentary Forums
1.Members of the forums are nominated by the Speaker/Chairman from amongst the MPs of various political parties.
2.The duration of the office of members of the forum is co-terminus with their membership in the respective Houses.
3.Constitution of Parliamentary forums is mandated by constitution.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: C
Constitution of Parliamentary forums is not mandated by constitution.
Incorrect
Solution: C
Constitution of Parliamentary forums is not mandated by constitution.
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Question 12 of 25
12. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
- The President can appoint duly qualified persons as additional judges of a high court for a temporary period not exceeding five years.
- The Governor can appoint a duly qualified person as an acting judge of a high court when a judge of that high court (other than the chief justice) is unable to perform the duties of his office due to absence or any other reason.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: D
The President can appoint duly qualified persons as additional judges of a high court for a temporary period not exceeding two years when:-
there is a temporary increase in the business of the high court; or
2. there are arrears of work in the high court.
The President can appoint a duly qualified person as an acting judge of a high court when a judge of that high court (other than the chief justice) is:
1. unable to perform the duties of his office due to absence or any other reason; or- appointed to act temporarily as chief justice of that high court. An acting judge holds office until the permanent judge resumes his office.
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Solution: D
The President can appoint duly qualified persons as additional judges of a high court for a temporary period not exceeding two years when:-
there is a temporary increase in the business of the high court; or
2. there are arrears of work in the high court.
The President can appoint a duly qualified person as an acting judge of a high court when a judge of that high court (other than the chief justice) is:
1. unable to perform the duties of his office due to absence or any other reason; or- appointed to act temporarily as chief justice of that high court. An acting judge holds office until the permanent judge resumes his office.
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Question 13 of 25
13. Question
2 pointsWhich of the following authorities adjourns the Lok Sabha House or suspends the meeting in absence of a quorum?
Correct
Solution: B
The speaker has the following powers and duties:
- He maintains order and decorum in the House for conducting its business and regulating its proceedings. This is his primary responsibility and he has final power in this regard.
- He is the final interpreter of the provisions of (a) the Constitution of India, (b) the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business of Lok Sabha, and (c) the parliamentary precedents, within the House.
- He adjourns the House or suspends the meeting in absence of a quorum. The quorum to constitute a meeting of the House is one-tenth of the total strength of the House.
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Solution: B
The speaker has the following powers and duties:
- He maintains order and decorum in the House for conducting its business and regulating its proceedings. This is his primary responsibility and he has final power in this regard.
- He is the final interpreter of the provisions of (a) the Constitution of India, (b) the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business of Lok Sabha, and (c) the parliamentary precedents, within the House.
- He adjourns the House or suspends the meeting in absence of a quorum. The quorum to constitute a meeting of the House is one-tenth of the total strength of the House.
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Question 14 of 25
14. Question
2 pointsThe governor has constitutional discretion in which of the following cases
1.Reservation of a bill for the consideration of the President.
2.Recommendation for the imposition of the President’s Rule in the state.
3.Allocation of resources under annual financial statement presented in State Legislature.
Select the correct answer using the code given below
Correct
Solution: A
Allocation of resources under annual financial statement presented in State Legislature is not a constitutional discretion.
Incorrect
Solution: A
Allocation of resources under annual financial statement presented in State Legislature is not a constitutional discretion.
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Question 15 of 25
15. Question
2 pointsWith reference to the Centre- State relations, consider the following statements:
1. The Parliament can make laws on any matter in the State List for implementing the international treaties, agreements or conventions.
2. The Chairman and members of a state public service commission, though appointed by the governor of the state, can be removed only by the President.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: C
The Parliament can make laws on any matter in the State List for implementing the international treaties, agreements or conventions.
This provision enables the Central government to fulfil its international obligations and commitments. Some examples of laws enacted under the above provision are United Nations (Privileges and Immunities) Act, 1947; Geneva Convention Act, 1960; Anti-Hijacking Act, 1982 etc.
The Chairman and members of a state public service commission, though appointed by the governor of the state, can be removed only by the President.
Incorrect
Solution: C
The Parliament can make laws on any matter in the State List for implementing the international treaties, agreements or conventions.
This provision enables the Central government to fulfil its international obligations and commitments. Some examples of laws enacted under the above provision are United Nations (Privileges and Immunities) Act, 1947; Geneva Convention Act, 1960; Anti-Hijacking Act, 1982 etc.
The Chairman and members of a state public service commission, though appointed by the governor of the state, can be removed only by the President.
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Question 16 of 25
16. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
1. SFIO is a multi-disciplinary organization under Ministry of Finance, consisting of experts in the field of accountancy, forensic auditing, law etc.
2.It was constituted on the recommendation of Naresh Chandra Committee on corporate governance.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Question 17 of 25
17. Question
2 pointsFreedom of Expression Report, often seen in news, is published
Correct
Solution: B
PEN International released its annual “Freedom of Expression Report” at the end of its 84th Congress held in Pune, says the climate for free expression has severely deteriorated in India in the last few years.
Incorrect
Solution: B
PEN International released its annual “Freedom of Expression Report” at the end of its 84th Congress held in Pune, says the climate for free expression has severely deteriorated in India in the last few years.
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Question 18 of 25
18. Question
2 pointsConsider the following pairs
Index Released by
- Human Capital Index World Bank
- Global Hunger Index FAO
- Global Competitiveness Index OECD
Which of the pairs given above is/are matched correctly?
Correct
Solution: B
Global Hunger Index IFPRI
Global Competitiveness Index World Economic Forum
Incorrect
Solution: B
Global Hunger Index IFPRI
Global Competitiveness Index World Economic Forum
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Question 19 of 25
19. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
1. DigiYatra is an industry-led initiative coordinated by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to create awareness about the benefits of digital infrastructure in rural areas.
2.Vayoshreshtha Samman is a Scheme of National Awards instituted by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment for institutions involved in rendering distinguished service for the cause of elderly persons especially indigent senior citizens.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: B
DigiYatra is an industry-led initiative co-ordinated by the Ministry of Civil Aviation that provide airline travellers ‘digitally unified flying experience’ across all stages of their journey.
Incorrect
Solution: B
DigiYatra is an industry-led initiative co-ordinated by the Ministry of Civil Aviation that provide airline travellers ‘digitally unified flying experience’ across all stages of their journey.
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Question 20 of 25
20. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA)
1.The Indian Ocean Rim Association is an inter-governmental organisation which was established in 1997.
2. IORA’s apex body is the Council of Foreign Ministers (COM) which meets annually
3.Recently, Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) adopted Delhi Declaration on renewable Energy.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: D
The Indian Ocean Rim Association is an inter-governmental organisation which was established in 1997. It consists of coastal states bordering the Indian Ocean.
IORA’s apex body is the Council of Foreign Ministers (COM) which meets annually. The Coordinating Secretariat of IORA is located at Ebene, Mauritius.
Incorrect
Solution: D
The Indian Ocean Rim Association is an inter-governmental organisation which was established in 1997. It consists of coastal states bordering the Indian Ocean.
IORA’s apex body is the Council of Foreign Ministers (COM) which meets annually. The Coordinating Secretariat of IORA is located at Ebene, Mauritius.
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Question 21 of 25
21. Question
2 pointsAG600, world’s largest amphibious aircraft indigenously designed and built
Correct
Solution: C
AG600, world’s largest amphibious aircraft was indigenously designed and built by China. It carried out its first take-off and landing tests.
Incorrect
Solution: C
AG600, world’s largest amphibious aircraft was indigenously designed and built by China. It carried out its first take-off and landing tests.
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Question 22 of 25
22. Question
2 pointsWhich of the following surveys is/are conducted by National Sample Survey Office (NSSO)
1.Service Sector Enterprises
2.Employment – Unemployment
3.Consumer Expenditure
4.Land and Livestock Holding
5.Debt and Investment
Select the correct answer using the code given below
Correct
Solution: D
NSSO is one of the national organization which is responsible for conduct of large scale sample surveys in diverse fields on all-India basis.It comes under Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.
NSSO conducts the surveys (once in 5 years) on
o Consumer Expenditure,
o Employment – Unemployment,
o Social Consumption (Health, Education etc.),
o Manufacturing Enterprises,
o Service Sector Enterprises
It conducts survey of Land and Livestock Holding and Debt and Investment (once in 10 years).
Incorrect
Solution: D
NSSO is one of the national organization which is responsible for conduct of large scale sample surveys in diverse fields on all-India basis.It comes under Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.
NSSO conducts the surveys (once in 5 years) on
o Consumer Expenditure,
o Employment – Unemployment,
o Social Consumption (Health, Education etc.),
o Manufacturing Enterprises,
o Service Sector Enterprises
It conducts survey of Land and Livestock Holding and Debt and Investment (once in 10 years).
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Question 23 of 25
23. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
1.National Foundation for Communal Harmony is an autonomous organization under the administrative control of the Ministry of Minority Affairs.
2.The main objective of the Foundation is to provide assistance to the children / youth rendered orphan/ destitute in communal, caste, ethnic or terrorist violence.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: B
The NFCH is an autonomous organization under the administrative control of the Ministry of Home Affairs.
The main objective of the Foundation is to provide assistance to the children / youth rendered orphan / destitute in communal, caste, ethnic or terrorist violence for their rehabilitation besides promoting communal harmony and national integration through various activities.
The NFCH sponsors/conducts different activities for the promotion of communal harmony and strengthening of national integration.
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Solution: B
The NFCH is an autonomous organization under the administrative control of the Ministry of Home Affairs.
The main objective of the Foundation is to provide assistance to the children / youth rendered orphan / destitute in communal, caste, ethnic or terrorist violence for their rehabilitation besides promoting communal harmony and national integration through various activities.
The NFCH sponsors/conducts different activities for the promotion of communal harmony and strengthening of national integration.
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Question 24 of 25
24. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA)
1.It is a statutory body established under Juvenile Justice Act, 2015.
2.It is designated as the Central Authority to deal with inter-country adoptions in accordance with the provisions of the Hague Conventions on Inter-Country Adoptions, 1993
3.It functions as a nodal body for adoption of Indian children and is mandated to monitor and regulate in-country and inter-country adoption.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: D
Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) is a statutory body of Ministry of Women & Child Development established under Juvenile Justice Act, 2015. CARA functions as a nodal body for adoption of Indian children and is mandated to monitor and regulate in-country and inter-country adoption.
It is designated as the Central Authority to deal with inter-country adoptions in accordance with the provisions of the Hague Conventions on Inter-Country Adoptions, 1993, ratified by Government of India in 2003.
CARA primarily deals with adoption of orphan, abandoned and surrendered children through its associated /recognised adoption agencies
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Solution: D
Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) is a statutory body of Ministry of Women & Child Development established under Juvenile Justice Act, 2015. CARA functions as a nodal body for adoption of Indian children and is mandated to monitor and regulate in-country and inter-country adoption.
It is designated as the Central Authority to deal with inter-country adoptions in accordance with the provisions of the Hague Conventions on Inter-Country Adoptions, 1993, ratified by Government of India in 2003.
CARA primarily deals with adoption of orphan, abandoned and surrendered children through its associated /recognised adoption agencies
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Question 25 of 25
25. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS)
1.It is a government organisation dedicated for promoting the application of theory, methodology and scientific techniques for conservation of architectural and archaeological heritage across the world.
2.It is headquartered in Paris.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: B
About ICOMOS
It is a non-government organization dedicated for promoting the application of theory, methodology and scientific techniques for conservation of architectural and archaeological heritage across the world.
HQ: Paris.
ICOMOS is also an advisory body to the UNESCO for cultural heritage, in particular for implementation of the World Heritage Convention
Incorrect
Solution: B
About ICOMOS
It is a non-government organization dedicated for promoting the application of theory, methodology and scientific techniques for conservation of architectural and archaeological heritage across the world.
HQ: Paris.
ICOMOS is also an advisory body to the UNESCO for cultural heritage, in particular for implementation of the World Heritage Convention
