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Which one of the following is constitutionally obligatory on the part of the Prime Minister of India?- a)As the President is the supreme commander of the defence forces, the Prime Minister has to take all major decisions regarding defence only after prior approval by the President.
- b)The Prime Minister, if he happens to be the leader of a party not having the required majority, should prove his majority strength in both the Houses of Parliament within the period stipulated by the President.
- c)As the ministers are appointed by the President, the Prime Minister has to go by Presidential discretion in the allocation of business among the ministers.
- d)The Prime Minister has to communicate to the President all decisions of the Cabinet relating to administration and proposals for legislation
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Which one of the following is constitutionally obligatory on the part of the Prime Minister of India?
a)
As the President is the supreme commander of the defence forces, the Prime Minister has to take all major decisions regarding defence only after prior approval by the President.
b)
The Prime Minister, if he happens to be the leader of a party not having the required majority, should prove his majority strength in both the Houses of Parliament within the period stipulated by the President.
c)
As the ministers are appointed by the President, the Prime Minister has to go by Presidential discretion in the allocation of business among the ministers.
d)
The Prime Minister has to communicate to the President all decisions of the Cabinet relating to administration and proposals for legislation
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Surjeet Kumar answered |
A
Consider the following statements about cabinet committees.
1. Prime Minister is the chairman of all the cabinet committees
2. They only include cabinet ministers
Which of these statements are not correct?
- a)Only 1
- b)2 Only
- c)Both 1 and 2
- d)Neither 1 nor 2
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements about cabinet committees.
1. Prime Minister is the chairman of all the cabinet committees
2. They only include cabinet ministers
Which of these statements are not correct?
a)
Only 1
b)
2 Only
c)
Both 1 and 2
d)
Neither 1 nor 2
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Devanshi Gupta answered |
The correct option is 3. Both 1 and 2.
Explanation:
1. The Prime Minister is not the chairman of all the cabinet committees. There are several cabinet committees, and while the Prime Minister is the head of many, there are others that are headed by other senior ministers.
2. Cabinet committees do not only include cabinet ministers. They may also include Ministers of State (independent charge) or even Ministers of State. The members of these committees are decided by the Prime Minister.
Which of the following statements is/are correct about the cabinet committee? 1. They are extra-constitutional in the emergence 2. They are not mentioned in the constitution 3. The rules of business provide for their establishment Choose from the following options.- a) 1 and 3 Only
- b) 2 and 3 Only
- c) 1 and 2 Only
- d) All of them
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Which of the following statements is/are correct about the cabinet committee?
1. They are extra-constitutional in the emergence
2. They are not mentioned in the constitution
3. The rules of business provide for their establishment
Choose from the following options.
a)
1 and 3 Only
b)
2 and 3 Only
c)
1 and 2 Only
d)
All of them
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Ojasvi Mehta answered |
All of them.
Which of the following is/are the eligibility criteria for the prime minister's office?1. He should not have been a former President of India.2. the people of India should have directly elected him.3. He should be the leader of a political party.Choose the correct answer using the codes below.- a) 1 and 2 only
- b) 2 and 3 only
- c) 3 only
- d) None of the above
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Which of the following is/are the eligibility criteria for the prime minister's office?
1. He should not have been a former President of India.
2. the people of India should have directly elected him.
3. He should be the leader of a political party.
Choose the correct answer using the codes below.
a)
1 and 2 only
b)
2 and 3 only
c)
3 only
d)
None of the above
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Rahul Choudhury answered |
Article 75 says only that the president shall appoint the Prime Minister. The President has to appoint the leader of the majority party as the Prime Minister. Though he/she is not a member of parliament at the time of appointment, he/she has to acquire parliament membership within six months. This means one has to be eligible to be a Lok Sabha member or Rajya Sabha to be a Prime Minister.
If any functionary under our constitution is to be compared with US President, he is - a) President of India
- b) Prime Minister of India
- c) Chief Justice of India
- d) Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
If any functionary under our constitution is to be compared with US President, he is
a)
President of India
b)
Prime Minister of India
c)
Chief Justice of India
d)
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
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Ojasvi Mehta answered |
Dr BR Ambedkar stated, 'If any functionary under our constitution is to be compared with the US president, he is the Prime Minister and not the president of the Union'.
Consider the following statements.1. The term of the Prime Minister is not fixed and he holds office during the pleasure of the president2. This does not mean that the president can dismiss the Prime Minister at any time3. So long as the Prime Minister enjoys the majority support in the Lok Sabha, he cannot be dismissed by the President4. If he loses the confidence of the Lok Sabha, he must resign or the President can dismiss himWhich of these statements is/are correct?- a)1, 2 and 3 Only
- b)1, 3 and 4 only
- c)1 and 4 only
- d)All of them
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements.
1. The term of the Prime Minister is not fixed and he holds office during the pleasure of the president
2. This does not mean that the president can dismiss the Prime Minister at any time
3. So long as the Prime Minister enjoys the majority support in the Lok Sabha, he cannot be dismissed by the President
4. If he loses the confidence of the Lok Sabha, he must resign or the President can dismiss him
Which of these statements is/are correct?
a)
1, 2 and 3 Only
b)
1, 3 and 4 only
c)
1 and 4 only
d)
All of them
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Mihir Chakraborty answered |
The term of the Prime Minister is not fixed and he holds office during the pleasure of the president. However, this does not mean that the president can dismiss the Prime Minister at any time. So long as the Prime Minister enjoys the majority support in the Lok Sabha, he cannot be dismissed by the President.
However, if he loses the confidence of the Lok Sabha, he must resign or the President can dismiss him.
Which-of the following statements is correct?
- a)The Constitution requires that a person prove his majority in the Lok Sabha before being appointed as the Prime Minister.
- b)The President may first appoint him the Prime Minister and then ask him to prove his majority in the Lok Sabha within a reasonable period.
- c)The Leader of the Winning coalition/party first ensures majority in both Parliament houses by a motion and voting and then sends an appointment request to the President.
- d)The Prime Minister does not need to prove his majority on the house floor; written proof of support from the required number of MPs is sufficient.
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Which-of the following statements is correct?
a)
The Constitution requires that a person prove his majority in the Lok Sabha before being appointed as the Prime Minister.
b)
The President may first appoint him the Prime Minister and then ask him to prove his majority in the Lok Sabha within a reasonable period.
c)
The Leader of the Winning coalition/party first ensures majority in both Parliament houses by a motion and voting and then sends an appointment request to the President.
d)
The Prime Minister does not need to prove his majority on the house floor; written proof of support from the required number of MPs is sufficient.
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Dhruba Dasgupta answered |
In 1980, the Delhi High Court held that the Constitution does not require that a person prove his majority in the Lok Sabha before being appointed as the Prime Minister.
The President may first appoint him the Prime Minister and then ask him to prove his majority in the Lok Sabha within a reasonable period.
For example, Charan Singh (in 1979), and after in a series, V.P. Singh (1989), Chandrasekhar (1990), P.V. Narasimha Rao (1991), A.B. Vajpayee (1996), Deve Gowda (1996), I.K. Gujral (1997) and again A.B. Vajpayee (1998).
Consider the following statements:Statement-I:
The President is the nominal executive authority (de jure executive) and Prime Minister is the real executive authority (de facto executive).Statement-II:
The President has the authority to appoint the Prime Minister based on the conventions of the parliamentary system of government.Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?- a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
- b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
- c) Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
- d) Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:
The President is the nominal executive authority (de jure executive) and Prime Minister is the real executive authority (de facto executive).
The President is the nominal executive authority (de jure executive) and Prime Minister is the real executive authority (de facto executive).
Statement-II:
The President has the authority to appoint the Prime Minister based on the conventions of the parliamentary system of government.
The President has the authority to appoint the Prime Minister based on the conventions of the parliamentary system of government.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
a)
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
b)
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
c)
Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
d)
Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
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Upsc Rank Holders answered |
Statement-I correctly defines the roles of the President and Prime Minister in the government structure. The President holds a symbolic position while the Prime Minister wields actual executive power.
Statement-II accurately mentions that the President appoints the Prime Minister following the parliamentary system's conventions. However, it does not elaborate on the distinct roles of the President and Prime Minister as highlighted in Statement-I. Hence, both statements are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I.
Powers and Functions of The Prime MinisterConsider the following statements:Statement-I:
The Prime Minister recommends persons who can be appointed as ministers by the president and presides over the meeting of the council of ministers.Statement-II:
The Prime Minister is the principal channel of communication between the President and the council of ministers and advises the president on the appointment of important officials.Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?- a)Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
- b)Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
- c)Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
- d)Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Powers and Functions of The Prime Minister
Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:
The Prime Minister recommends persons who can be appointed as ministers by the president and presides over the meeting of the council of ministers.
The Prime Minister recommends persons who can be appointed as ministers by the president and presides over the meeting of the council of ministers.
Statement-II:
The Prime Minister is the principal channel of communication between the President and the council of ministers and advises the president on the appointment of important officials.
The Prime Minister is the principal channel of communication between the President and the council of ministers and advises the president on the appointment of important officials.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
a)
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
b)
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
c)
Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
d)
Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
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Upsc Toppers answered |
Statement-I is correct because the Prime Minister does recommend persons who can be appointed as ministers by the president and also presides over the council of ministers. Statement-II is also correct as the Prime Minister is indeed the principal channel of communication between the President and the council of ministers and advises on important official appointments. However, Statement-II does not directly explain Statement-I but rather provides additional powers and functions of the Prime Minister in relation to the President.
Consider the following statements with respect to duties of the Prime Minister according to the Constitution of India:1. To make rules for the more convenient transaction of business of the Government of India, and for the allocation among Ministers of the said business.2. If the President so requires, to submit for consideration of the Council of Ministers any matter on which a decision has been taken by a Minister but which has not been considered by the Council.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?- a)Only 1
- b)Neither 1 nor 2
- c)1 and 2
- d)Only 2
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements with respect to duties of the Prime Minister according to the Constitution of India:
1. To make rules for the more convenient transaction of business of the Government of India, and for the allocation among Ministers of the said business.
2. If the President so requires, to submit for consideration of the Council of Ministers any matter on which a decision has been taken by a Minister but which has not been considered by the Council.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a)
Only 1
b)
Neither 1 nor 2
c)
1 and 2
d)
Only 2
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Akanksha Chavan answered |
Understanding the Duties of the Prime Minister
The duties of the Prime Minister of India are outlined in the Constitution, specifically under Article 78. Let’s analyze the two statements provided.
Statement 1: Making Rules for Transaction of Business
- This statement is incorrect.
- The Prime Minister does not make rules for the convenient transaction of business.
- Instead, this function is formally carried out by the President who, under Article 77(3), makes rules for the transaction of business of the government, which includes allocation among Ministers.
Statement 2: Submitting Matters for Council of Ministers' Consideration
- This statement is correct.
- According to Article 78(b), if the President requires, the Prime Minister must submit any matter that has been decided by a Minister but has not yet been discussed by the Council of Ministers.
- This ensures that all significant decisions are reviewed collectively by the Council, maintaining accountability and transparency within the government.
Conclusion
Based on the analysis:
- Only Statement 2 is correct.
- Therefore, the correct answer is option D: Only 2.
This emphasizes the role of the Prime Minister in facilitating communication within the government while clarifying the distinction of responsibilities regarding decision-making processes.
The duties of the Prime Minister of India are outlined in the Constitution, specifically under Article 78. Let’s analyze the two statements provided.
Statement 1: Making Rules for Transaction of Business
- This statement is incorrect.
- The Prime Minister does not make rules for the convenient transaction of business.
- Instead, this function is formally carried out by the President who, under Article 77(3), makes rules for the transaction of business of the government, which includes allocation among Ministers.
Statement 2: Submitting Matters for Council of Ministers' Consideration
- This statement is correct.
- According to Article 78(b), if the President requires, the Prime Minister must submit any matter that has been decided by a Minister but has not yet been discussed by the Council of Ministers.
- This ensures that all significant decisions are reviewed collectively by the Council, maintaining accountability and transparency within the government.
Conclusion
Based on the analysis:
- Only Statement 2 is correct.
- Therefore, the correct answer is option D: Only 2.
This emphasizes the role of the Prime Minister in facilitating communication within the government while clarifying the distinction of responsibilities regarding decision-making processes.
The President can dismiss a Cabinet Minister, who is also an MP, with- a) Consent from the Speaker
- b) The recommendation of the Prime Minister
- c) A show cause notice issued lo the Judiciary
- d) The application of Doctrine of Pleasure of the President
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
The President can dismiss a Cabinet Minister, who is also an MP, with
a)
Consent from the Speaker
b)
The recommendation of the Prime Minister
c)
A show cause notice issued lo the Judiciary
d)
The application of Doctrine of Pleasure of the President
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Ojasvi Mehta answered |
All of the executive authorities vested in the President are, in practice, exercised by the Prime Minister with the help of the Council of Ministers.
So, to dismiss a minister, including cabinet ministers, the President requires the prime minister's consent.
Without the Prime Minister's advice, it would be unconstitutional to remove a minister.
Consider the following statements about the Prime Minister of India:1. His decisions are final in case disagreements arise between Departments.2. He also has the power to dismiss ministers.3. When the Prime Minister quits, the entire ministry quits.Choose the correct answer using the codes below:- a) All of the above
- b) 1 and 3 only
- c) 1 and 2 only
- d) 2 and 3 only
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements about the Prime Minister of India:
1. His decisions are final in case disagreements arise between Departments.
2. He also has the power to dismiss ministers.
3. When the Prime Minister quits, the entire ministry quits.
Choose the correct answer using the codes below:
a)
All of the above
b)
1 and 3 only
c)
1 and 2 only
d)
2 and 3 only
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Deepak Dasgupta answered |
The Constitution does not say very much about the powers of the Prime Minister or the ministers or their relationship with each other. But as head of the government, the Prime Minister has wide-ranging powers.
1. He chairs Cabinet meetings. He coordinates the work of different Departments. His decisions are final in case of disagreements arising between Departments. He exercises general supervision of different ministries.
2. All ministers work under his leadership. The Prime Minister distributes and redistributes work to the ministers. He also has the power to dismiss ministers.
3. If the cabinet is the most powerful, inside it the PM is the most powerful.
Consider the following statements about the powers of the Prime Minister.1. The President can appoint only those persons as ministers who are recommended by the Prime Minister.2. The Prime Minister can bring about the collapse of the ministers' council by resigning from office.3. The Council of Ministers cannot function when the Prime Minister resigns.Choose the correct answer from the codes below. - a) 1 and 2 only
- b) 2 and 3 only
- c) 1 and 3 only
- d) All of the above
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements about the powers of the Prime Minister.
1. The President can appoint only those persons as ministers who are recommended by the Prime Minister.
2. The Prime Minister can bring about the collapse of the ministers' council by resigning from office.
3. The Council of Ministers cannot function when the Prime Minister resigns.
Choose the correct answer from the codes below.
a)
1 and 2 only
b)
2 and 3 only
c)
1 and 3 only
d)
All of the above
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Ojasvi Mehta answered |
The Prime Minister enjoys the following powers as head of the Union council of ministers
1. He recommends persons who can be appointed as ministers by the president. The President can appoint only those persons as ministers who are recommended by the Prime Minister.
2. He allocates and reshuffles various portfolios among the ministers.
3. He can ask a minister to resign or advise the President to dismiss him in case of difference of opinion.
4. He presides over the meeting of the council of ministers and influences its decisions.
5. He guides, directs, controls and coordinates the activities of all the ministers.
6. He can bring about the collapse of the council of ministers by resigning from office.
Since the Prime Minister stands at the head of the ministers' council, the other ministers cannot function when the Prime Minister resigns or dies. In other words, the resignation or death of an incumbent Prime Minister automatically dissolves the ministers' council and thereby generates a vacuum. The resignation or death of any other minister, on the other hand, merely creates a vacancy which the Prime Minister may or may not like to fill.
Consider the following pairs:1. Neelam Sanjiva Reddy - Appointed Charan Singh as PM in 19792. Zail Singh - Appointed Rajiv Gandhi as PM after Indira Gandhi's assassination in 19843. Morarji Desai - Appointed by the President in 19774. Charan Singh - Appointed by the President in 1980How many pairs given above are correctly matched?- a)Only one pair
- b)Only three pairs
- c)Only two pairs
- d)All four pairs
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following pairs:
1. Neelam Sanjiva Reddy - Appointed Charan Singh as PM in 1979
2. Zail Singh - Appointed Rajiv Gandhi as PM after Indira Gandhi's assassination in 1984
3. Morarji Desai - Appointed by the President in 1977
4. Charan Singh - Appointed by the President in 1980
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
a)
Only one pair
b)
Only three pairs
c)
Only two pairs
d)
All four pairs
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Geetika Bajaj answered |
Understanding the Pairs
To analyze the correctness of the given pairs, let’s review each one in detail:
1. Neelam Sanjiva Reddy - Appointed Charan Singh as PM in 1979
- Correctness: This is correct. Neelam Sanjiva Reddy appointed Charan Singh as Prime Minister in 1979 after the resignation of Morarji Desai.
2. Zail Singh - Appointed Rajiv Gandhi as PM after Indira Gandhi's assassination in 1984
- Correctness: This is correct. Zail Singh was the President who appointed Rajiv Gandhi as Prime Minister following the assassination of Indira Gandhi in 1984.
3. Morarji Desai - Appointed by the President in 1977
- Correctness: This is incorrect. Morarji Desai was appointed as Prime Minister in 1977, but he was appointed by President Giani Zail Singh, who took office later. The correct pairing should reference his appointment after the Emergency.
4. Charan Singh - Appointed by the President in 1980
- Correctness: This is incorrect. Charan Singh became Prime Minister in 1979, and his government lasted until January 1980. He was not appointed in 1980.
Summary of Correct Matches
- The correct pairs are:
- Neelam Sanjiva Reddy - Charan Singh (Correct)
- Zail Singh - Rajiv Gandhi (Correct)
- The incorrect pairs are:
- Morarji Desai (Incorrect)
- Charan Singh (Incorrect)
Final Verdict
- Correctly Matched Pairs: 2 out of 4
- Conclusion: Only two pairs are accurately matched, making the correct answer option 'C' (Only two pairs).
This analysis clarifies that the initial answer of option 'B' (Only three pairs) was incorrect based on the historical appointments.
To analyze the correctness of the given pairs, let’s review each one in detail:
1. Neelam Sanjiva Reddy - Appointed Charan Singh as PM in 1979
- Correctness: This is correct. Neelam Sanjiva Reddy appointed Charan Singh as Prime Minister in 1979 after the resignation of Morarji Desai.
2. Zail Singh - Appointed Rajiv Gandhi as PM after Indira Gandhi's assassination in 1984
- Correctness: This is correct. Zail Singh was the President who appointed Rajiv Gandhi as Prime Minister following the assassination of Indira Gandhi in 1984.
3. Morarji Desai - Appointed by the President in 1977
- Correctness: This is incorrect. Morarji Desai was appointed as Prime Minister in 1977, but he was appointed by President Giani Zail Singh, who took office later. The correct pairing should reference his appointment after the Emergency.
4. Charan Singh - Appointed by the President in 1980
- Correctness: This is incorrect. Charan Singh became Prime Minister in 1979, and his government lasted until January 1980. He was not appointed in 1980.
Summary of Correct Matches
- The correct pairs are:
- Neelam Sanjiva Reddy - Charan Singh (Correct)
- Zail Singh - Rajiv Gandhi (Correct)
- The incorrect pairs are:
- Morarji Desai (Incorrect)
- Charan Singh (Incorrect)
Final Verdict
- Correctly Matched Pairs: 2 out of 4
- Conclusion: Only two pairs are accurately matched, making the correct answer option 'C' (Only two pairs).
This analysis clarifies that the initial answer of option 'B' (Only three pairs) was incorrect based on the historical appointments.
The Prime Minister enjoys which of the following powers and responsibilities concerning the Parliament?1. He advises the President concerning summoning and proroguing of the sessions of the Parliament.2. He can recommend dissolution of the Lok Sabha to the President at any time.3. He announces government policies on the floor of the House.Select the correct answer using the codes below,- a) 1 only
- b) 2 and 3 only
- c) 1 and 3 only
- d) 1,2 and 3
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
The Prime Minister enjoys which of the following powers and responsibilities concerning the Parliament?
1. He advises the President concerning summoning and proroguing of the sessions of the Parliament.
2. He can recommend dissolution of the Lok Sabha to the President at any time.
3. He announces government policies on the floor of the House.
Select the correct answer using the codes below,
a)
1 only
b)
2 and 3 only
c)
1 and 3 only
d)
1,2 and 3
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Meera Singh answered |
- The President cannot arbitrarily summon or prorogue the house's proceedings, but based on the prime minister's advice. However, he is not bound to accept the prime minister's advice when he is seeking a vote of confidence.
- When he recommends dissolution, he should not have been subject to a prior vote of confidence.
- The Prime Minister is the leader of the Lower House. In this capacity, he enjoys these powers.
Consider the following statements about Cabinet Committees:1. They are not mentioned in the Constitution.2. They are set up by the Prime Minister according to the exigencies of the time and requirements of the situation.3. The Cabinet cannot review the decisions taken by Cabinet Committees.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?- a)1 and 3 only
- b)1 and 2 only
- c)2 and 3 only
- d)1 only
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements about Cabinet Committees:
1. They are not mentioned in the Constitution.
2. They are set up by the Prime Minister according to the exigencies of the time and requirements of the situation.
3. The Cabinet cannot review the decisions taken by Cabinet Committees.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a)
1 and 3 only
b)
1 and 2 only
c)
2 and 3 only
d)
1 only
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Arnav Malik answered |
Explanation:
The correct answer is option 'B', 1 and 2 only. Let's analyze each statement to understand why.
Statement 1: They are not mentioned in the Constitution.
- This statement is correct. Cabinet Committees are not explicitly mentioned in the Constitution of India. The Constitution only mentions the existence of the Council of Ministers, which is headed by the Prime Minister.
Statement 2: They are set up by the Prime Minister according to the exigencies of the time and requirements of the situation.
- This statement is correct. Cabinet Committees are formed by the Prime Minister based on the specific needs and requirements of the government. The Prime Minister has the authority to establish and dissolve these committees as and when required.
Statement 3: The Cabinet cannot review the decisions taken by Cabinet Committees.
- This statement is incorrect. The decisions taken by Cabinet Committees are subject to review by the Cabinet. The Cabinet is the supreme decision-making body and has the power to review, modify, or reject the recommendations made by the Cabinet Committees.
Therefore, only statements 1 and 2 are correct, and the correct answer is option 'B' - 1 and 2 only.
The correct answer is option 'B', 1 and 2 only. Let's analyze each statement to understand why.
Statement 1: They are not mentioned in the Constitution.
- This statement is correct. Cabinet Committees are not explicitly mentioned in the Constitution of India. The Constitution only mentions the existence of the Council of Ministers, which is headed by the Prime Minister.
Statement 2: They are set up by the Prime Minister according to the exigencies of the time and requirements of the situation.
- This statement is correct. Cabinet Committees are formed by the Prime Minister based on the specific needs and requirements of the government. The Prime Minister has the authority to establish and dissolve these committees as and when required.
Statement 3: The Cabinet cannot review the decisions taken by Cabinet Committees.
- This statement is incorrect. The decisions taken by Cabinet Committees are subject to review by the Cabinet. The Cabinet is the supreme decision-making body and has the power to review, modify, or reject the recommendations made by the Cabinet Committees.
Therefore, only statements 1 and 2 are correct, and the correct answer is option 'B' - 1 and 2 only.
The Constitution does not contain any specific procedure for the prime minister's selection and appointment. This means that1. The Constitution does not mention the appointing authority for the office of Prime Minister.2. The President is free to change the selection and appointment procedure of Prime Minister by rules issued in India's Gazette.Which of the above is/are correct?- a) 1 only
- b) 2 only
- c) Both 1 and 2
- d) None
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
The Constitution does not contain any specific procedure for the prime minister's selection and appointment. This means that
1. The Constitution does not mention the appointing authority for the office of Prime Minister.
2. The President is free to change the selection and appointment procedure of Prime Minister by rules issued in India's Gazette.
Which of the above is/are correct?
a)
1 only
b)
2 only
c)
Both 1 and 2
d)
None
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Ojasvi Mehta answered |
- Article 75 says only that the president shall appoint the Prime Minister. However, this does not imply that the president is free to appoint anyone as the Prime Minister.
- Following the conventions of the parliamentary system of government, the President has to appoint the majority party leader in the Lok Sabha as the Prime Minister.
- But, when no party has a clear majority in the Lok Sabha, then the President may exercise his personal discretion in the prime minister's selection and appointment.
Consider the following statements:
1. The Prime Minister shall be appointed by the President and the other Ministers shall be appointed by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister
2. The total number of ministers, including the Prime Minister, in the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15% of the total strength of the Lok Sabha
Which of these statements are correct?
- a)1 Only
- b)2 Only
- c)Both of them
- d)None of them
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements:
1. The Prime Minister shall be appointed by the President and the other Ministers shall be appointed by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister
2. The total number of ministers, including the Prime Minister, in the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15% of the total strength of the Lok Sabha
Which of these statements are correct?
a)
1 Only
b)
2 Only
c)
Both of them
d)
None of them
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Arnab Kulkarni answered |
The Prime Minister shall be appointed by the President and the other Ministers shall be appointed by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister. The total number of ministers, including the Prime Minister, in the Council of Ministers, shall not exceed 15% of the total strength of the Lok Sabha.
Consider the following statements:1. The President of India is the nominal executive authority, while the Prime Minister is the real executive authority.2. The President has the discretion to appoint anyone as the Prime Minister, regardless of the majority party in the Lok Sabha.3. The President exercised his discretion in appointing the Prime Minister for the first time in 1984.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?- a)1 Only
- b)1 and 2 Only
- c)1 and 3 Only
- d)1, 2 and 3
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Consider the following statements:
1. The President of India is the nominal executive authority, while the Prime Minister is the real executive authority.
2. The President has the discretion to appoint anyone as the Prime Minister, regardless of the majority party in the Lok Sabha.
3. The President exercised his discretion in appointing the Prime Minister for the first time in 1984.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a)
1 Only
b)
1 and 2 Only
c)
1 and 3 Only
d)
1, 2 and 3
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Ameya Desai answered |
Understanding the Statements
Let's analyze each statement to determine their correctness.
Statement 1: The President of India is the nominal executive authority, while the Prime Minister is the real executive authority.
- This statement is correct. The President serves a ceremonial role, representing the unity and integrity of the nation, whereas the Prime Minister, along with the Council of Ministers, exercises actual executive power and is responsible for running the government.
Statement 2: The President has the discretion to appoint anyone as the Prime Minister, regardless of the majority party in the Lok Sabha.
- This statement is incorrect. The President must appoint the Prime Minister who is capable of commanding the confidence of the Lok Sabha, typically the leader of the majority party or coalition. The discretion is limited to situations where no single party has a clear majority, but it is not absolute.
Statement 3: The President exercised his discretion in appointing the Prime Minister for the first time in 1984.
- This statement is incorrect. The President's discretion in appointing the Prime Minister was first notably exercised in 1979 when President Giani Zail Singh appointed Charan Singh, who did not have a majority, after the fall of the Morarji Desai government.
Conclusion
Based on the analysis:
- Correct Statements: Only Statement 1 is correct.
- Final Answer: The correct option is a) 1 Only.
Let's analyze each statement to determine their correctness.
Statement 1: The President of India is the nominal executive authority, while the Prime Minister is the real executive authority.
- This statement is correct. The President serves a ceremonial role, representing the unity and integrity of the nation, whereas the Prime Minister, along with the Council of Ministers, exercises actual executive power and is responsible for running the government.
Statement 2: The President has the discretion to appoint anyone as the Prime Minister, regardless of the majority party in the Lok Sabha.
- This statement is incorrect. The President must appoint the Prime Minister who is capable of commanding the confidence of the Lok Sabha, typically the leader of the majority party or coalition. The discretion is limited to situations where no single party has a clear majority, but it is not absolute.
Statement 3: The President exercised his discretion in appointing the Prime Minister for the first time in 1984.
- This statement is incorrect. The President's discretion in appointing the Prime Minister was first notably exercised in 1979 when President Giani Zail Singh appointed Charan Singh, who did not have a majority, after the fall of the Morarji Desai government.
Conclusion
Based on the analysis:
- Correct Statements: Only Statement 1 is correct.
- Final Answer: The correct option is a) 1 Only.
In his oath of secrecy, the Prime Minister swears that1. All government proceedings will be kept secret.2. No matter handled by the Prime Minister's Office will be disclosed to other ministries.Which of the above is/are correct?- a) 1 only
- b) 2 only
- c) Both 1 and 2
- d) None
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
In his oath of secrecy, the Prime Minister swears that
1. All government proceedings will be kept secret.
2. No matter handled by the Prime Minister's Office will be disclosed to other ministries.
Which of the above is/are correct?
a)
1 only
b)
2 only
c)
Both 1 and 2
d)
None
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Suresh Reddy answered |
The Prime Minister swears that he will not directly or indirectly communicate or reveal to any person or persons any matter which shall be brought under his consideration or shall become known to him as prime minister for the Union except as may be required for the due discharge of his duties as such Minister.
This does not imply that all government proceedings will be secret or the Prime Minister's office will work in confidentiality. So, both statements are incorrect.
As per the constitution, it is the duty of the Prime Minister to1. Communicate to the President all decisions of the council of ministers relating to the administration of the Union's affairs and proposals for legislation.2. Submit for the consideration of the council of ministers any matter on which a minister has taken a decision but which has not been considered by the council, if required by the President.Which of the above is/are correct? - a) 1 only
- b) 2 only
- c) Both 1 and 2
- d) None
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
As per the constitution, it is the duty of the Prime Minister to
1. Communicate to the President all decisions of the council of ministers relating to the administration of the Union's affairs and proposals for legislation.
2. Submit for the consideration of the council of ministers any matter on which a minister has taken a decision but which has not been considered by the council, if required by the President.
Which of the above is/are correct?
a)
1 only
b)
2 only
c)
Both 1 and 2
d)
None
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Suresh Reddy answered |
- These are the provisions as per Article 78 constitution.
- It also requires the Prime Minister to furnish such information relating to the administration of the Union's affairs and proposals for legislation as the President may call for.
- This article is one of the most important ones in the constitution delineating the relationship between Prime Minister and President.
- On the other hand, the legislature can pass no-confidence motion to remove the council of Ministers from office.
- Speaker, Lok Sabha only is authorised to do so.
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