Polity Practice Quiz 24

Q1.For States enjoying special status under Article 371, which restriction applies to Indians who are not permanent residents of these States?

A. They cannot vote in state elections B. They cannot hold government jobs C. They cannot buy land or house D. They cannot access public services

Q2.Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Union Territories in India?

A. They have independent state legislatures B. They are too large to be merged with existing states C. The Central Government has special powers in running these areas D. They have equal powers to a State

Q3.Which of the following is an example of a Union Territory mentioned in the text?

A. Assam B. Delhi C. Mizoram D. Nagaland

Q4.To make changes to the power-sharing arrangement between the Union and State Governments, what is the minimum majority required in both Houses of Parliament?

A. Simple majority B. Two-thirds majority C. Three-fourths majority D. Unanimous vote

Q5.Besides a two-thirds majority in both Houses of Parliament, what additional step is required to change the power-sharing arrangement between the Union and State Governments?

A. Approval by the President B. Ratification by the Supreme Court C. Ratification by the legislatures of at least half of the total States D. A national referendum

Q6.In case of any dispute about the division of powers between the Union and State Governments, which bodies make a decision?

A. The Parliament and the President B. The Prime Minister and the Chief Ministers C. The High Courts and the Supreme Court D. The Election Commission and the Comptroller and Auditor General

Q7.How do the Union and State Governments raise resources to carry on their responsibilities?

A. By borrowing from international banks only B. By levying taxes C. By printing new currency notes D. By receiving grants from foreign governments

Q8.What is a characteristic feature of most federations formed by ‘holding together’, as mentioned in the text regarding the Indian Union?

A. They give equal power to all constituent units B. They do not give equal power to its constituent units C. They allow constituent units to secede easily D. They have a unitary form of government

Q9.According to the provided text, what significant national event occurred in Pokharan?

A. The signing of a major international treaty B. The launch of India's first indigenous satellite C. The conduct of India's nuclear tests D. The establishment of a new national capital region

Q10.What is primarily credited for the real success of federalism in India, beyond just constitutional provisions?

A. The strength of its armed forces B. The nature of democratic politics in the country C. Its rapid economic growth since independence D. The influence of international organizations

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Polity Practice Quiz 24