Indian Politics - Study Mode

[#646] Under which of the following jurisdiction can any individual, whose fundamental right has been violated, can directly move the Supreme Court for remedy?
Correct Answer

(B) Writ Jurisdiction

Explanation

Solution: Writ jurisdiction enables an individual or entity to move Supreme Court in case his or her fundamental rights have been violated. There are five major types of writs - Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Quo warrantor, Certiorari.

[#647] During Financial Emergency all money bills passed by the state legislature are to be reserved for the consideration of the-
Correct Answer

(D) President

Explanation

Solution: During the proclamation of Financial Emergency, there is a provision that all money bills or financial bills passed by state legislature are to be reserved for consideration of President. And also salaries and allowances of all or any class of person serving under State or Union can be reduced or curtailed.

[#648] Which of th e following amendment act is related to goods and services tax (GST)?
Correct Answer

(A) 101st

Explanation

Solution: 101st Amendment Act and 122nd Constitutional Amendment Bill provided for Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India. It is an indirect tax which replaced multiple cascading taxes levied by Central and State Governments. It is applicable throughout the India.

[#649] Which of the following constitutional Amendment is known as "Mini constitution"-
Correct Answer

(C) 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act 1976

Explanation

Solution: 42nd Amendment Act which was passed in 1976 during the Prime Minsterahip of Indira Gandhi is also known as Mini Constitution. It was the most comprehensive amendment carried out so far and made fundamental changes in the constitutional structure. It made changes in Preamble, incorporated Fundamental Duties, asserted primacy of Directive Principles over Fundamental Rights, provided for administrative tribunal etc.

[#650] The President of India can issue a proclamation of National Emergency only on the written recommendation of-
Correct Answer

(B) The Cabinet consisting of only Cabinet Ministers of the Union

Explanation

Solution: 44 th Amendment of constitution established that President can issue a proclamation of National Emergency only when the decision of Union Cabinet (i.e. ,Cabinet consisting of Prime Minister and other Ministers of Cabinet rank appointed under Artcle-75) is conveyed to him in writing.