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Join Our Telegram Channel _http//tme/UPSCMaterials e@ Ce VISIONIAS www.visionias.in Test Booklet Series TEST BOOKLET Cc GENERAL STUDIES (P) 2020 - Test-2963 Time Allowed: Two Hours Maximum Marks: 200 INSTRUCTIONS IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE EXAMINATION, YOU SHOULD CHECK THAT THIS BOOKLET DOES NOT HAVE ANY UNPRINTED OR TURN OR MISSING PAGES OR ITEMS, ETC. IF SO, GET IT REPLACED BY A COMPLETE TEST BOOKLET. ENCODE CLEARLY THE TEST BOOKLET SERIES A, B, C OR D AS THE CASE MAY BE IN THE APPROPRIATE PLACE IN THE ANSWER SHEET. You have to enter your Roll Number on the Test Booklet in the Box provided alongside. Do NOT write anything else on the Test Booklet. |. This Test Booklet contains 100 items (Questions). Each item is printed in English. Each item comprises four responses (answers). You will select the response which you want to mark on the Answer Sheet. In case you feel that there is more then one correct resoonse with vou consider the best. 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Sheet for rough work are appended in the Test Booklet at the end DO NOT OPEN THIS BOOKLET UNTIL YOU ARE ASKED TO DO SO 3 Join Our Telegram Channel Indian Constitution is called a living document because 1. Indian Constitution is open to changes as per the changing needs of the society. 2. ‘The constitution provides enough flexibility of interpretation for both political class anc the Judiciary. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) Lonly (b) 2only (©) Both | and 2 (d) Neither I nor 2 Which of the follewing funetions isare performed by the National Commission for Scheduled Castes? 1. To inquire into specific complaints with respect to the deprivation of rights and safeguards of the scheduled castes, ‘To determine an inerease or decrease in quantum of reservation of scheduled castes in government jobs. 3. To prepare and update the list of schedule caste government employees, and recommend their names for promotion through reserved quota, Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) Lonly (b) 2and 3 only (© Land 3 only (@) 1,2and3 The Directive Principles of State Policy under the Constitution of India prescribe: 1. certain policies that the government should adopt. the goals and objectives that we as a society should adopt. 3. certain rights that individuals should enjoy apart from the Fundamental Rights. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (©) 1 and 3 only (@) 1,2and3 www.visionias.in /http//tme/UPSCMaterials 4 Consider the following statements regarding ‘federation’ in India: 1 kt is. characterised by jjdiciary and bicameralism, ‘The term ‘Federation’ has been nowhere teen used in the Indian Constitution. Ithas been described as quasi-federal in nature. independent Which of the statements given above is/are comrect? (a) 1,2.and 3 (b) 2 and 3 only (©) Land 3 only (a) Qonly Consider the following statements with reference to High Courts: 1. It can withdraw a case pending in a subordinate court if it involves a substantial question of law that require the interpretation of the Constitution. 2. Ithas the power to review and correct its ‘own judgement or order or decision. 3. _Ithas the power to adjudicate inter-state dispute matters. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?” (a) Land 2 only (b) Tonly (©) Zand 3 only (a) 1,2and 3 The rights enlisted under the “Right to freedom of religion’ can be restricted on the grounds of 1. Public Order 2. Health 3. Morality Select the correct answer using the code given below (a) Lonly (b) 2 and 3 only (©) Land 3 only @) 12and3 @Vision IAS 10. Join Our Telegram Channel Which of the following has been described as the “horoscope of our sovereign democratic republic”? (a) Fundamental Rights (b) Directive Principles of State Policy (©) Preamble (d) Fundamental Duties Article 20 of the Indian Constitution grants protection against self-incrimination, However, this protection does not extend to: 1. Oral evidence 2. Production of material objects 3. Blood specimens Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) Lonly (b) 2only (©) 2and 3 only (d) 1,2 and 3 The power of the State to make any provision for the reservation of posts in favour of any backward class of citizens in the services under the State is, constitutionally protected under (a) Right to Freedom (b) Cultural and Educational Rights (©) Right against Exploitation (d) Right to Equality Consider the following statements regarding Article 33 of the Indian Constitution: 1. The power to make laws under Article 33 is conferred only on Parliament and ‘not on the state legislatures. ‘The laws made under Article 33 cannot be challenged in any court for violation Of any of the fundamental rights 3. Laws made under Article 33 cover only combatant employees and officers. of armed forces. Which of the statements given above are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (©) 1 and 3 only (@) 1,2 and3 www.visionias.in /http//tme/UPSCMaterials ML. 2. 1B. Which of the following employees / Officers are covered under the jurisdiction of ‘Central Administrative Tribunals’? 1. Officers and servants of the Supreme Court 2. ‘The secretarial staff of the Parliament 3. Officers of Alll India Services 4 Ci Select the correct answer using the code ian employees of defense services given below. (a) 1,2 and 3 only (b) 2and 3 only (©) Fand 4 only (@) 1,2 and 4 only If a National Emergency iy declared on the ground of armed rebellion 1. Fundamental Rights under Article 19 are automati ly suspended 2. President can suspend the right to move the Court for the enforcement of fundamental rights. 3. the enforcement of the fundamental rights guaranteed by Articles 21 and 22 cannot be suspended. Which of the statements given above is/are conrect? (a) Land 3 only (b) only (©) Zand 3 only (a) 1,2 and 3 Righ: to contest elections to a Panchayat in Indias a: (a) Constitutional Right (b) Statutory Right (©) Legal Right (d) Fundamental Right @Vision IAS 14, 15, 16. Join Our Telegram Channel Which of the following are the characteristics of parliamentary form of the government of India’? 1. The sovereignty of the Indian Parliament 2. Presence of nominal and real executives 3. Collective responsibility of the executive to the legislature Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2only (©) 2and 3 only (@) 1, 2and3 Consider the following statements regarding * Election Commissioy: 1. The — Constitution has prescribed qualifications and terms of the members, of the Election Commission. 2. Retiring election commissioners are debarred from any further appointment by the governmert. Which of the statements given above ivare correct? (a) Lonly (b) 2only (©) Both | and 2 (d) Neither I nor 2 Consider the following passage: “It was known as the Act for the Good Government of India, It abolished the East India Company, and transferred the powers of government, territories and revenues to the British Crown.” Which of the following is being referred to in the above passage? (a) Government of India Act, 1858 (b) Charter Act, 1853 (©) Indian Councils Act, 1861 (d) Government of India Act, 1919 www.visionias.in /http//tme/UPSCMaterials 17. 19. ‘Right to Freedom of Religion’ under the Indian Constitution provides that: 1. A person cannot be forced to attend 2. A fee or tax cannot be levied by governments on religious endowments, and pilgrims. Select the correct answer using the code given below (a) Lonly (b) 2only (©) Both 1 and 2 (a) Neither I nor 2 With reference to the Non-Resident Indians (NRD and Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) Cardholder, following statements: consider the 1. Both require entry visa for visiting India for any purpose, 2. Both are at par in terms of matters relating to the acquisition of agricultural x plantation properties. Which of the statements given above isvare correct?” (a) Lonly (b) Zonly (e) Both | and 2 (@) Neither I nor 2 Consider the following statements regarding ‘Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities’ 1. Constitution provides for the office of * Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities’ in each state. Only persons having experience of more than ten years in the field of minority ‘welfare can be appointed to the office. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?” (a) Lonly (b) 2only (©) Both I and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 @Vision IAS 20. 2. 22, Join Our Telegram Channel ‘The expression ‘Union of India’ under Article 1 of the Indian Constitution includes which of the following?” 1. Territories of the states Union territories 3. Territories that may be acquired by the Government of India at any time. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) Lonly (b) 1 and 2 only (©) 1,2and3 (@) 3only Name of a state can te altered by Parliament through a bill passed by: (a) Simple majority of Parliament (b) Special majority of Parliament (©) Special majority of Parliament and ratification by the state legislature (@) Absolute majority of Parliament With reference to the relationship between Liberty and Equality, consider the following. statements: 1. Without equality, liberty would produce the supremacy of the few over the many. 2. Equality, without liberty, would inhibit individual initiative. Which of the statements given above correct? (a) only (b) 2 only (©) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 www.visionias.in /http//tme/UPSCMaterials 23. With reference to State Reorganisation Commission (SRC), consider the following statements: 1. It was set up in 1947 to decide on the question of reorganisation of States, 2. It was set up under the chairmanship of Fazl Ali 3. It rejected the theory of ‘one language cone state’ Which of the statements given above is/are comrect?” (a) Lonly (b) Land 2 only (©) Zand 3 only (@) 12 and 3 Consider the following statements with respect to Writ Jurisdiction 1. Parliament may by law empower any ther court apart from Supreme court to exercise writ jurisdiction for enforcement of fundamental rights. 2. Writ jurisdiction of the High Court is broader than that of the Supreme court. 3. A High court may refuse to exercise its writ jurisdiction, Which of the statements given above is/are comrect?” (a) Lonly (b) 2 and 3 only (©) Land 3 only (@) 1,2 and 3 @Vision IAS 28. Join Our Telegram Channel _http//me/UPSCMaterials. ‘Consider the following pairs: 27. "Team India Wing’ of the NITI Aayog Directive Principle Based on the comprises of: ‘of State Policy ideology (a) Prime Minister and the Chief Executive 1. To promote cotge : Gandhian Officer industries onan (b) representatives from every state and individual or co- central ministries operation basis in (©) top notch domain experts, specialists and rural areas scholars. 2. To prohibit the : Liberalism (@) young scholars and student interns consumption of ‘working with NITI Aayog. intoxicating drinks and drugs which 28. Consider the following pairs: are injurious to Provision Borrowed from health 1. Power of Judicial: American Const 3. To secure for all : Socialism Review itution citizens @ uniform 2. Directive Canadian civil code Principles of Constitution throughout the State Policy country 3. The idea of : British Which of the pairs given above is/are Residuasy ‘Cheatiniticn’ correctly matched? Powers (@ 1 only Which of the pairs given above is/are (b) 1 and 2 only correctly matched? (©) 2and 3 only (@) Lonly (@) 1,2and3 (©) Land 3 only (©) 2and 3 only Consider the following statements regarding @ 1.2and3 the Zonal Councils: 1, Zonal councils are constitutional bodies created to promote cooperation among states. 2. The Prime Minister is the chairman of all zonal councils, 3. Its decisions are binding on the state governments. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (© Land 3 only (@) None 29. Which of the following are not constitutional bodies? 1. National Commission for Backward Classes 2. State Public Service Commission 3. Central Vigilance Commission 4. National Human Rights Commission Select the correct answer using the code given below: (a) Land 4 only (b) 1,2 and 3 only (©) Zand 4 only (@) 2,3 and 4 only 30, 31. 32. Join Our Telegram Channel Under the Constitution of India, “to protect ‘monuments, places aad objects of artistic or historic interest which are declared to be of national importance” is a (a) Directive Principle of State Policy (b) Fundamental Duty (©) value enshrined in the Preamble to the constitution (d) subject under the seventh schedule With reference to a bill contemplating cession of Indian tertitory to a foreign state, consider the following statements: 1. Tt requires prior recommendation of the President. 2. Such a bill can be passed with a simple majority of the both the houses of Parliament, like an ordinary bill Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) Lonly (b) 2 only (©) Both 1 and 2 (@) Neither 1 nor 2 Which of the following implications of imposition of President's Rule ina state? 1. The President dismisses the state council headed by the chief isare the of ministers minister. 2, The Parliament passes the state budget and the state legislative bills 3. The powers and functions of the concerned state high court are taken over by the Supreme Cour Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only (©) 2and3 only (@) 1,2 and3 http//tme/UPSCMaterials 33. 3 38. The Government of India Act of 1919 provided for the: 1. adoption of dyarchy at the provinces and Centre respectively. appointment of a statutory Commission 1) inquire into and report on the working ofthis Act 3. establishment of a Public Service Commission Which of the statements given above is/are conrect? (a) Lonly (b) 2only (©) 2and 3 only (d) 1, 2.and 3 Which of the following conditions should be necessarily satisfied for conducting democratic elections in a country? 1. Every person must have one vote of one value Freedom to contest elections, Elections must be held regularly. Winning candidate must secure more than 50% of the valid votes polled. Select the correct answer using the code aiven below. (a) 1,2 and 3 only (b) 2and 4 only (©) 1,3 and 4 only @ 1,2,3and4 Which of the following is an essential feature of democracy? (a) People directly take all the major decisions (b) Each adult resident must have one vote of equal value. (©) Government is limited by basic rules of the constitution and citizens’ rights. (d) Frequent conduction of referendums to solicit people's opinion 36. 37. Join Our Telegram Channel Consider the following statements with reference to Cultural and Educational rights: 1, The term ‘minority’ has been defined under the Constitution. The minorities have been classified as Religious, Linguistic and Ethnic minorities, Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) Loaly (b) 2 only (©) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Which of the following is/are correct with reference to the functions of @ constitution? 1, It facilitates coordination amongst members of society. Trensures the absence of monarchy. 3. It places limitations on the powers of government. 4, Tt enables the government to fulfil the aspirations of a society. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) Land 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only (©) 1,3and4 only (d) 1.2.3 and4 Consider the following statements regarding ‘Preventive detention’: 1, The Constitution has authorized only the Parliament to make laws regarding preventive detenton. 2. A person can be detained indefinitely under preventive detention laws upon periodic review and authorization by the (Central government Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) Lonly (b) 2 only (©) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither! nor 2 http//tme/UPSCMaterials 39. 41. Consider the following statements: 1. The children of foreign diplomats posted in India can not acquire Indian citizenship by birth. 2, an alien upon acquiring Indian Gtizenship by naturalisation continues to hold citizenship of his/her parent country. Which of the statements given above is/are conrect? (a) Lonly (b) 2only (©) Both 1 and 2 (@) Neither 1 nor 2 Consider the following statements regarding the Union Public Service Commission’: 1. Consultation of UPSC is not mandatory for the government while dealing with ‘matters of personnel management, 2. A selection by the UPSC through competitive exams does not confer any right to the post upon the candidate. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?” (a) Lonly (b) 2only (©) Both 1 and 2 (@) Neither 1 nor 2 Consider the following statements: 1. Right to Information Act, 2005, provides for creation of Information Commissions at the national, state and district levels. 2. Complaints pertaining to branch offices of national PSUs located in states are Iboked into by the State Information ‘Commission. Which of the statements given above is/are comrect?” (a) Lonly (b) 2only (©) Both 1 and 2 (@) Neither 1 nor 2 a2. Join Our Telegram Channel Which of the following functions were 48, performed by the constituent assembly of India? 1. Enactment of the ordinary laws 2 Adoption of National Flag and National Anthem, 3. Election of the First President of India. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (@) Land 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (©) 2and 3 only (@) 1,2and3 Consider the following statements regarding * State Public Service Commission’ : 1, One-half of the members of the ‘commission should be persons from SCIST and OBCs. 2. Members of the SPSC can be removed by the Governor of the respective state. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2only (©) Both | and 2 (@) Neither 1 nor 2 47. Which of the following bodies submit their ‘annual report to the President? 1, Central Information Commission 2, National Human Rights Commission 3. Central Vigilance Commission Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only (e) Land 3 only (@) Lonly http//tme/UPSCMaterials Consider the following events: 1. Separation of Andhra Pradesh from Madras 2. Separation of Haryana and Punjab 3. Creation of Gujarat 4, Inclusion of Sikckim in Indian Union. Which of the following is the correct chronological order of the events given above? (b) (©) 1324 @ 12.43 Which of the following committees of the Constituent Assembly were headed by Sardar Patel? 1. Provincial Constitution Committee 2. Advisory Committee on Fundamental Rights, Minorities and Tribal and Excluded Areas 3. States Committee Select the correct answer using the code given below, (a) Land 2 only (b) Land 3 only (©) Zand 3 only (d) 1,2.and 3 India has been described as ‘an indestructible union of destructible states’. Which of the following is the most appropriate meaning of the given phrase? (a) States can be ceded off to a foreign state. (b) Division of states in four groups under criginal Constitution, (©) Territorial integrity of a state is not guaranteed by the Constitution. (@) Territorial boundary of a state can not be changed without the concurrence of state ‘egislature, 49. Join Our Telegram Channel With reference to -he Central Bureau of Investigation (CBD, consider the following statements: 1. It is a starutary body created by the Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946. 2, A committee recommending the appointment of the director of CBI includes the Prime Minister, the Union Home Minister and the Chief Justice of India. 3. It conducts prosecution of cases under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (©) 3 only (@) 1,2and3 Consider the following statements regarding “Right to Education’ 1, It places an obligation on the State to provide free and compulsory education to all children of the age of six to fourteen years. 2. This right is aveilable only to citizens and not to foreigrers. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (©) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 With reference to Democracies, consider the following statements: 1, All countries which hold elections are democratic polities All countries that are democratic polities have a written constitution. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (©) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither L nor 2 http//tme/UPSCMaterials si. 32. Which of the following situations can be considered ‘proper! for the imposition of President's Rule in a state? 1. Maladministration in the state 2. A govemment is deliberately acting against the Constitution. 3. A constitutional direction of the Central government is disregarded by the state government Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 2only (b) Land 3 only (©) 2and 3 only (@ 1,2and 3 As the chief law officer of the government in the siate, the duties of the Advocate General include: 1. To give advice to the government of the state upon legal matters which are referred to him by the Governor. 2. To perform such other duties of a legal character that are assigned to him by the Governor. 3. To mediate in a dispute between center and state in order to bring about an agreement or reconciliation. 4. To give advice to the Governor to make rules for the smooth transaction of ‘business in judicial bodies of the State. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) Land 2 only (b) 2and 4 only (©) 1,3.and4 only (d) 1,2, 3and4 Join Our Telegram Channel Which of the following amounts to 56. a violation of any of the fundamental duties enshrined in the constitution? 1, Not casting vote in an election. 2. Encouraging enmity between different sections of people on grounds of language or religion, 3. Trade in rare and endangered species. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (@) Lonly (b) 2 only (©) Land 3 only. =. (d) 2 and 3 only ‘Who among the following do not hold office during the pleasure of the President? 1, Attomey General 2. Comptroller and Auditor General 3. Members of Union Public Service Commission 4. Chief Election Commissioner Select the correct answer using the code given below: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only (©) 1, 3and domly (@) 1, 2and 4 only With reference to electoral constituencies in India, consider the following statements: 1, Boundaries of Lok Sabha constituencies are same as district boundaries. 2. There are many — Lok constituencies in one Sabha assembly constituency of each state Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (@) 1 only (b) 2 only (©) Both 1 and 2 (@) Neither 1 nor 2 http//tme/UPSCMaterials Which of the following can not be considered an advantage of democratic system of governance? (@) I improves the quality of decision- making, (©) I: aids in dealing with differences and assists in conflict resolution. (c) T enhances the dignity ofthe citizens. (@) E invariably leads to absolute rule of the najority. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Comptroller and Auditor general ': 1. He audits the receipts and expenditure of the Centre, States, and all local bodies 2. His certification regarding the net proceeds of any tax or duty is final Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) Lonly (b) 2only (©) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 In order to set free an arrested person if the manner or grounds of arrest are not lawful whica of the following writs is the court likely to issue? (a) Habeas corpus, (b) Certiorari (©) Mandamus (4) Prohibition "Doctrine of Basic structure! limits the power of which of the following? (@) President (b) Supreme court and High courts (©) Cabinet (4) Parliament 61. 62. Join Our Telegram Channel With reference to Finance Commission, consider the following statements: 1. It is a quasi judicial constitutional body which is constituted by the President of India 2, The chairman of the commission should be a person having special knowledge of economies. 3. The members are not eligible for reappointment, Which of the statements are not correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2and 3 only (© 1 and 3 only (d) 1,2and3 given above Consider the following statements with reference to the theory of the basic structure of the Constitution: 1, It places the Judiciary as the final authority in deciding if an amendment violates basic structure and what constitutes the basic structure, 2, There is no mention of this theory in the Constitution, 3. The National Commission to Review the Working of the Constitution (NCRWC) opposed the theory of basic structure. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) Loaly (b) 1 and 2 only: (©) 2and 3 only (@) 1, 2and3 Which of the following is/are part of the Right to Freedom under the Fundamental Rights? 1. Right to practice any profession 2, Right to move out of the country 3. Right to elementary education Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only (©) 2 and 3 only (d) 1,2and3 http//tme/UPSCMaterials 6. With reference to the office of Lokayuktas, consider the following statements: 1. All states and Union Territories in India have appointed a Lokayukta ‘The Lokayukta is appointed by the Chief Minister on the recommendation of a selection committee. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?” (a) Lonly (b) 2only (©) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 In the context of the Right to Property, consider the following statements: 1. 1 the original Constitution the right to acquire, possess and maintain property ‘was a fundamental right, 2. Ih 1973, the Supreme Court gave a

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