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Laxmikanth Test: Non-Constitutional Bodies- 2 - Question 1

The National Human Rights Commission is authorized to

1. Enquire suo motu in cases of human rights violation
2. Intervene in a proceeding involving an allegation of human rights pending before a court of India
3. Take action against those guilty of human rights violation
4. Tender constitutional interpretations of human rights provisions in the Constitution when requested by President

Choose the correct answer using the codes below.

Detailed Solution for Laxmikanth Test: Non-Constitutional Bodies- 2 - Question 1

The functions of the Commission are, inter alia:

  • To enquire into any violation of human rights or negligence in the prevention of such violation by a public servant, either suo motu or on a petition presented to it or on an order of a court.
  • To intervene in any proceeding involving an allegation of violation of human rights pending before a court.
  • To visit jails and detention places to study the living conditions of inmates and make recommendations thereon.
  • To review the constitutional and other legal safeguards for the protection of human rights and recommend measures for their effective implementation.
  • To review the factors including acts of terrorism that inhibit the enjoyment of human rights and recommend remedial measures.
  • To study treaties and other international instruments on human rights and make recommendations for their effective implementation.
Laxmikanth Test: Non-Constitutional Bodies- 2 - Question 2

Consider the following statements about the powers of the NHRC:

Assertion (A): The NHRC can prosecute the persons found guilty for grave violation of human rights.
Reason (R): It has all the powers of a regular court in India and its proceedings have a judicial character.

In the context of the statements above, which of these is correct?

Detailed Solution for Laxmikanth Test: Non-Constitutional Bodies- 2 - Question 2

It does not have powers of a regular court but only that of a civil court. The basic point to note is that it can only enquire and recommend prosecution, not punish the offenders.

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Laxmikanth Test: Non-Constitutional Bodies- 2 - Question 3

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) can be handed over cases about

1. National and transnational organized crime
2. Protection of the environment
3. Conservation and protection of arts, antiques, and heritage of India
4. Offences of Economic and Cyber domains

Select the correct answer using the codes below.

Detailed Solution for Laxmikanth Test: Non-Constitutional Bodies- 2 - Question 3

Based on its motto, mission and the need to develop professionalism, transparency, adaptability to change and use of science and technology in its work, the CBI focuses on

  • Combating corruption in public life, curbing economic and violent crimes through meticulous investigation and prosecution
  • Evolving effective systems and procedures for successful investigation and prosecution of cases in various law courts
  • Helping fight cyber and high technology crime
  • Creating a healthy work environment that encourages team-building, free communication and mutual trust
  • Supporting state police organisations and law enforcement agencies in national and international cooperation, particularly relating to enquiries and investigation of cases
  • Playing a lead role in the war against national and transnational organised crime
  • Upholding human rights, protecting the environment, arts, antiques and heritage of our civilisation
  • Developing a scientific temper, humanism and the spirit of enquiry and reform
  • Striving for excellence and professionalism in all spheres of functioning so that the organisation rises to high levels of endeavour and achievement.

Some of the important CBI divisions are:

  • Anti-Corruption Division
  • Economic Offences Division
  • Special Crimes Division
  • Policy and International Police Cooperation Division
Laxmikanth Test: Non-Constitutional Bodies- 2 - Question 4

Consider the following statements.

1. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) was set up by a resolution of the Ministry of Home Affairs.
2. Later, it was transferred to the Ministry of Personnel and now it enjoys the status of a statutory authority

Which of these statements is/are correct?

Detailed Solution for Laxmikanth Test: Non-Constitutional Bodies- 2 - Question 4
  • The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) was set up in 1963 by a resolution of the Ministry of Home Affairs.
  • Later, it was transferred to the Ministry of Personnel and now it enjoys the status of an attached office'. The Special Police Establishment (which looked into vigilance cases) setup in 1941 was also merged with the CBI.
  • The establishment of the CBI was recommended by the Santhanam Committee on Prevention of Corruption (1962-1964). The CBI is not a statutory body.
Laxmikanth Test: Non-Constitutional Bodies- 2 - Question 5

Consider the following statements.

1. The CBI is the main investigating agency of the Central Government
2. It plays an important role in the prevention of corruption and maintaining integrity in the administration
3. It also assists the Central Vigilance Commission and Lokpal

Which of these statements is/are correct?

Detailed Solution for Laxmikanth Test: Non-Constitutional Bodies- 2 - Question 5

It derives its powers from the Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946. The CBI is the main investigating agency of the Central Government. It plays an important role in the prevention of corruption and maintaining integrity in administration. It also assists the Central Vigilance Commission and Lokpal.

Laxmikanth Test: Non-Constitutional Bodies- 2 - Question 6

Consider the following statements about Chief Vigilance Commissioner and Central Vigilance Commissioners:

1. After their tenure, they are not eligible for further employment under the Central or state government.
2. The president can remove the Central Vigilance Commissioner or any vigilance commissioner anytime

Which of these statements is/are correct?

Detailed Solution for Laxmikanth Test: Non-Constitutional Bodies- 2 - Question 6

The president can remove the Central Vigilance Commissioner or any vigilance commissioner from the office under the following circumstances:

  • If he is adjudged an insolvent; or
  • If he has been convicted of an offence which (in the opinion of the Central government) involves moral turpitude; or
  • If he engages, during his term of office, in any paid employment outside the duties of his office; or
  • If he is (in the opinion of the president), unfit to continue in office because of the infirmity of mind or body; or
  • If he has acquired such financial or other interest as is likely to affect prejudicially his official functions.

In addition to these, the president can also remove the Central Vigilance Commissioner or any vigilance commissioner on the ground of proved misbehaviour or incapacity.

Laxmikanth Test: Non-Constitutional Bodies- 2 - Question 7

Consider the following statements.

1. The CVC has to present annually to the President a report on its performance.
2. The President places this report, within 3 months, before each House of Parliament

Which of these statements is/are correct?

Detailed Solution for Laxmikanth Test: Non-Constitutional Bodies- 2 - Question 7

The CVC has to present annually to the President a report on its performance. The President places this report before each House of Parliament.

Laxmikanth Test: Non-Constitutional Bodies- 2 - Question 8

Consider the following statements.

1. The Central Information Commission was established by the Central Government in 2005
2. It was constituted through an Official Gazette Notification under the provisions of the Right to
Information Act, 2005
3. Hence, it is not a constitutional body

Which of these statements is/are correct?

Detailed Solution for Laxmikanth Test: Non-Constitutional Bodies- 2 - Question 8

The Central Information Commission was established by the Central Government
in 2005. It was constituted through an Official Gazette Notification under the provisions of the
Right to Information Act (2005). Hence, it is not a constitutional body.

Laxmikanth Test: Non-Constitutional Bodies- 2 - Question 9

Consider the following statements.

1. The Central Information Commission is a high powered independent body that inter alia
looks into the complaints made to it and decide the appeals
2. It entertains complaints and appeals about offices under the central government only

Which of these statements is/are correct?

Detailed Solution for Laxmikanth Test: Non-Constitutional Bodies- 2 - Question 9
  • The Central Information Commission was established by the Central Government in 2005.
  • It was constituted through an Official Gazette Notification under the provisions of the Right to
  • Information Act (2005). Hence, it is not a constitutional body.
  • The commission is a high-powered independent body that inter alia looks into the complaints made to it and decides the appeals. It entertains complaints and appeals about offices, financial institutions, public sector under- takings, etc., under the Central Government and the Union Territories.
Laxmikanth Test: Non-Constitutional Bodies- 2 - Question 10

The appointment committee of the central information commission consists of:

1. Prime Minister
2. Leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha
3. Union Home minister

Choose from the following options.

Detailed Solution for Laxmikanth Test: Non-Constitutional Bodies- 2 - Question 10

They are appointed by the President on the recommendation of a committee consisting of the Prime Minister as Chairperson, the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha and a Union Cabinet Minister nominated by the Prime Minister.

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