1 Question: During whose tenure as Prime Minister of India was the Mandal Commission established?
Options:
A] Indira Gandhi
B] Morarji Desai
C] Rajiv Gandhi
D] V P Singh
Answer: B [Morarji Desai]
2. The 73rd Amendment Act of 1992 to the Constitution established a 3-tier Panchayati Raj system for all states with a population exceeding 20 Lakh.
[A] 15 Lakh
[B] 20 Lakh
[C] 25 Lakh
[D] 30 Lakh
Correct Answer: B [20 Lakh]
Key Features of the 73rd Amendment Act, 1992:
Implemented a 3-tier Panchayati Raj system in states with populations over 20 Lakh.
Mandated regular Panchayat Elections every 5 years.
Ensured seat reservations for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Women (at least 33%).
The appointment of a State Finance Commission is required to advise on the financial powers of the Panchayats.
Established a District Planning Committee to create a comprehensive development plan for the district.
Question 3: From which country did the Indian Constitution adopt the Parliamentary System of Constitution?
[A] USA
[B] UK
[C] Japan
[D] France
Correct Answer: B [UK]
Note: The Parliamentary System of Constitution in the Indian Constitution is derived from the United Kingdom.
4. Zonal Councils: Which term accurately describes them?
[A] Advisory Bodies
[B] Working Bodies
[C] Law Making Authorities
[D] Administrative Bodies
Correct Answer: A [Advisory Bodies]
Key Point: Zonal Councils are established by statute and serve as advisory bodies.
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