Question Bank: WORKING OF INSTITUTIONS

What was the major policy decision announced by the Government of India on August 13, 1990?

Who was primarily responsible for issuing the Office Memorandum regarding the SEBC reservation?

What did the Mandal Commission recommend in its report?

Which factor contributed to the implementation of the Mandal Commission's recommendations?

How did the government respond to the Mandal Commission's report prior to the 1989 elections?

What percentage of civil service vacancies were reserved under the Office Memorandum issued in 1990?

Which of the following is NOT a function of the Prime Minister in policy decision-making?

Why was the decision regarding SEBC reservations considered controversial?

Which institution is involved in the formal approval of policies in India's administrative structure?

What role do political parties play in the decision-making process for major policy changes?

Which of the following statements is true about the role of Parliament in major policy decisions?

What is a significant outcome of the Mandal Commission's implementation?

What was the role of the Second Backward Classes Commission in Indian policy-making?

Which event led to increased focus on the implementation of the Mandal Commission's recommendations?

What is the primary function of the Parliament in a democracy?

In India, who exercises political authority on behalf of the people?

Which of the following statements about Parliament is correct?

What happens if the government loses the support of the Parliament?

Who elects the President of India?

Which of the following is NOT a power of Parliament?

The Prime Minister must consider the views of which of the following when making decisions?

What is the role of the opposition in Parliament?

Which of the following is a unique feature of Parliament compared to other bodies?

What principle describes the relationship between Parliament and the Cabinet in India?

How is the Parliament structured in India?

What role does Parliament play in approving the budget?

Which is true regarding the legislative process in Parliament?

What is meant by 'judicial review' in the context of Parliament's powers?

Which of the following is a key responsibility of the Parliament?

What is the primary role of the political executive in a democracy?

Who among the following is NOT part of the political executive?

Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between political and permanent executives?

Why are ministers expected to make final decisions despite having less technical knowledge than civil servants?

What is meant by the term 'executive' in a government context?

Which of the following best represents an example of the political executive?

In which scenario would a civil servant NOT remain in position?

The political executive is primarily responsible for which of the following?

What allows the political executive to make important policy decisions?

How does the permanent executive assist the political executive?

What is the significance of the political executive's reliance on experts?

Which of the following best describes the selection process for a Chief Minister?

What role does the Prime Minister play in cabinet decisions?

Which of the following powers does the political executive NOT possess?

In a coalition government, how is the political executive usually formed?

What principle ensures that the political executive is accountable to the public?

What distinguishes civil servants from political executives?

What is one primary accountability mechanism for political executives?

Why is the political executive sometimes viewed as having an advantage over the permanent executive?

What is the highest court in India?

Which of the following courts has the power of judicial review in India?

Who appoints the judges of the Supreme Court in India?

What does the principle of 'independence of the judiciary' ensure?

Which of the following can citizens challenge in the court?

What is the minimum requirement for removing a Supreme Court judge?

What role does the judiciary play in protecting Fundamental Rights?

Which term describes cases initiated in court for the benefit of the public?

What is the significance of judicial review in a democracy?

Which of the following statements is true about the internal structure of the judiciary in India?

Why is the appointment of judges considered a crucial aspect of judicial independence?

What is a key characteristic of an integrated judiciary?

What must the Parliament do in relation to the basic structure of the Constitution according to Supreme Court rulings?