A constitutional government by definition is a
A constitutional government by definition is a [UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2020 Prelims] (a) government by legislature (b) popular government (c) multi-party government (d) limited government A: Option d The powers of the government are limited by means of the Fundamental Rights enshrined in the Part-III of the Indian Constitution, which are essentially given […]
Consider the following statements: The Constitution of India defines its ‘basic structure’ in terms of federalism, secularism, fundamental rights and democracy. The Constitution of India provides for ‘judicial review’ to safeguard the citizens’ liberties and to preserve the ideals on which the Constitution is based. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements: The Constitution of India defines its ‘basic structure’ in terms of federalism, secularism, fundamental rights and democracy. The Constitution of India provides for ‘judicial review’ to safeguard the citizens’ liberties and to preserve the ideals on which the Constitution is based. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? [UPSC Civil […]
Which one of the following factors constitutes the best safeguard of liberty in a liberal democracy?
Which one of the following factors constitutes the best safeguard of liberty in a liberal democracy? [UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2021 Prelims] (a) A committed judiciary (b) Centralization of powers (c) Elected government (d) Separation of powers A: Option d Separation of powers It is the division of the legislative, executive, and judicial functions […]
Constitutional government means
Constitutional government means [UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2012 Prelims] (a) a representative government of a nation with federal structure (b) a government whose Head enjoys nominal powers (c) a government whose Head enjoys real powers (d) a government limited by the terms of the Constitution A: Option d Constitutional government The core element of […]
The distribution of powers between the Centre and the States in the Indian Constitution is based on the scheme provided in the
The distribution of powers between the Centre and the States in the Indian Constitution is based on the scheme provided in the [UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2012 Prelims] (a) Morley-Minto Reforms, 1909 (b) Montagu-Chelmsford Act, 1919 (c) Government of India Act, 1935 (d) Indian Independence Act, 1947 A: Option c Government of India Act […]
With reference to the history of India, consider the following pairs: Aurang – In-charge of treasury of the State Banian – Indian agent of the East India Company Mirasidar – Designated revenue payer to the State Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
With reference to the history of India, consider the following pairs: Aurang – In-charge of treasury of the State Banian – Indian agent of the East India Company Mirasidar – Designated revenue payer to the State Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched? [UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2020 Prelims] (a) 1 and […]
With reference to the religious history of India, consider the following statements: Sthaviravadins belong to Mahayana Buddhism. Lokottaravadin sect was an offshoot of Mahasanghika sect of Buddhism. The deification of Buddha by Mahasanghikas fostered Mahayana Buddhism. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
With reference to the religious history of India, consider the following statements: Sthaviravadins belong to Mahayana Buddhism. Lokottaravadin sect was an offshoot of Mahasanghika sect of Buddhism. The deification of Buddha by Mahasanghikas fostered Mahayana Buddhism. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? [UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2020 Prelims] (a) 1 and 2 […]
Which one of the following was given classical language status recently?
Which one of the following was given classical language status recently? [UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2015 Prelims] (a) Odia (b) Konkani (c) Bhojpuri (d) Assamese Answer: (a) Explanation: Classical languages possess a recorded history dating back 1500 to 2000 years, indicating their high antiquity. These languages have a rich body of ancient literature and […]
With reference to the art and archaeological history of India, which one among the following was made earliest?
With reference to the art and archaeological history of India, which one among the following was made earliest? [UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2015 Prelims] (a) Lingaraja Temple at Bhubaneswar (b) Rock-cut Elephant at Dhauli (c) Rock-cut Monuments at Mahabalipuram (d) Varaha Image at Udayagiri Answer: (b) Explanation: The rock-cut Elephant at Dhauli was crafted […]
Who of the following founded a new city on the south bank of a tributary to river Krishna and undertook to rule his new kingdom as the agent of a deity to whom all the land south of the river Krishna was supposed to belong?
Who of the following founded a new city on the south bank of a tributary to river Krishna and undertook to rule his new kingdom as the agent of a deity to whom all the land south of the river Krishna was supposed to belong? [UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2015 Prelims] (a) Amoghavarsha I […]
