Who is the real executive head of the state government in India?

Which article allows the Governor to recommend President’s Rule if the state government cannot function according to the Constitution?

At the state level, who is the nominal head, representing the President?

Who is the chief legal advisor to the Union Government of India?

The 91st Amendment Act (2003) limits the size of the Council of Ministers to what percentage of the total members of the Lok Sabha?

Who is the head of government in India, leading the Council of Ministers?

Article 74(1) of the Indian Constitution mandates a Council of Ministers to aid and advise whom?

For what reason can the President of India be removed from office?

The President of India is indirectly elected by an electoral college consisting of:

According to the Indian Constitution, who is the formal head of state?

India adopted a parliamentary system based on the experience from which Government of India Acts?

Which type of executive is characterized by the President being both head of state and head of government, with significant powers?

In a parliamentary system, who is considered the nominal head of state with ceremonial roles?

The executive is responsible for implementing laws and policies framed by which organ of government?

Which part of the Indian Constitution covers Articles 52 to 151 and details the structure, powers, and functions of the Union Government?

Which of the following statements about the CAG’s role and constitutional provisions is/are correct?

i. The CAG is described as the guardian of the public purse by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.

ii. The duties and powers of the CAG are prescribed under Article 148 of the Constitution.

iii. The CAG submits three audit reports to the President, which are examined by the Public Accounts Committee.

iv. The CAG audits the accounts of all corporations without requiring statutory provisions.

Which of the following statements about the Audit Board under the CAG is/are not correct?

i. The Audit Board was established in 1968 on the recommendation of the Administrative Reforms Committee.

ii. The Audit Board consists of five members, including a Chairman.

iii. The Chairman and members of the Audit Board are appointed by the President.

Which of the following statements about the CAG’s powers is/are not correct?

i. The CAG can demand details of secret service expenditure from executive agencies.

ii. The CAG has the authority to question any person in charge of an office under audit.

iii. The CAG’s certificate on the net proceeds of any tax or duty is subject to review by the Parliament.

What is the main purpose of Article 252?

Who can amend or repeal a law made under Article 252 for the participating states?

How can other states adopt a law made by Parliament under Article 252?

To which states does a law made by Parliament under Article 252 initially apply?

What condition must be met for Parliament to legislate on a State List matter under Article 252?

For how long do laws made by Parliament under Articles 249 and 250 remain in force after the resolution/emergency ends?

During a National Emergency, what is the scope of Parliament’s legislative power under Article 250?

If both State and Parliamentary law on a subject are repugnant under Articles 249 or 250, what happens?

What is the trigger for Parliament’s power to legislate on the State List under Article 250?

When can Parliament make laws on matters in the State List under Article 249?

The concept that allows a State law to operate outside its territory in some cases is called:

The key constitutional difference regarding extra-territorial law-making powers is:

Which Article of the Indian Constitution states that no law made by Parliament shall be deemed invalid for having extra-territorial operation?

Can State Legislatures make laws that have effect outside their territory?

Under Article 245(1) of the Indian Constitution, Parliament can make laws for:

How many levels can we study center-state relations ?

Which of the following statements about the CAG’s independence is/are not correct?
i. The CAG’s salary and service conditions can be altered to his/her disadvantage after appointment.
ii. The CAG is eligible for further office under the Government of India after ceasing to hold office.
iii. The administrative expenses of the CAG’s office are subject to the vote of Parliament.

Which of the following statements about the CAG’s duties is/are not correct?
i. The CAG audits the accounts of all local bodies without requiring a request from the President or Governor.
ii. The CAG compiles and maintains the accounts of both the Central and state governments.
iii. The CAG acts as a guide, friend, and philosopher to the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament.

There is no division of judicial power between the Centre and the States because:

Which of the following statements about the CAG is/are not correct?
i. The CAG is considered one of the bulwarks of the democratic system, alongside the Supreme Court, Election Commission, and UPSC.
ii. The CAG’s salary is equivalent to that of the Chief Justice of India.
iii. The CAG submits audit reports on state accounts to the President of India.

Who is vested with the residuary powers of legislation in the Indian Constitution?

Which of the following statements about the CAG’s powers and limitations is/are correct?
i. The CAG can inspect any office or department subject to his/her audit and call for any records or documents.
ii. The CAG has the authority to audit secret service expenditure without requiring a certificate from the competent authority.
iii. The CAG decides the extent and manner of the audit.
iv. The CAG certifies the net proceeds of any tax or duty, and this certificate is final.

Which of the following statements regarding the CAG’s audit reports is/are correct?
i. The CAG submits three audit reports: appropriation accounts, finance accounts, and public undertakings.
ii. The CAG’s audit reports on state accounts are submitted to the President, who presents them to the state legislature.
iii. The Public Accounts Committee examines the CAG’s appropriation and finance audit reports, while the Committee on Public Undertakings examines the public undertakings report.
iv. No minister can represent the CAG in Parliament for the audit reports.

The distribution of Legislative powers between the Centre and the States in the Constitution is provided in:

Which of the following statements about the duties of the CAG is/are correct?
i. The CAG audits all expenditure from the Consolidated Fund of India, Consolidated Fund of each state, Contingency Fund of India and of each state, and the Public Accounts.
ii. The CAG audits the accounts of government companies as per the Companies Act.
iii. The CAG compiles and maintains the accounts of the Central Government.
iv. The CAG advises the President on the form in which the accounts of the Centre and states should be kept.

In which Part of the Indian Constitution are the legislative relations between the Centre and States given?

Which of the following statements regarding the independence of the CAG is/are correct?
i. The CAG’s salary and service conditions are determined by the President after consultation with the CAG.
ii. The CAG is not eligible for further office under the Government of India or any state after ceasing to hold office.
iii. The administrative expenses of the CAG’s office are charged upon the Consolidated Fund of India.
iv. The CAG holds office at the pleasure of the President.

Which of the following statements about the appointment and tenure of the CAG is/are correct?
i. The CAG is appointed by the President of India and holds office for a term of 6 years or until the age of 65, whichever is earlier.
ii. The CAG can be removed by the President without any parliamentary approval.
iii. The CAG takes an oath before the President to uphold the Constitution and perform duties without fear or favour.
iv. The CAG can resign by submitting a resignation letter to the Prime Minister.

Consider the following statements about the Audit Board and historical context:

(i) The Audit Board was established in 1968 and consists of three members appointed by the CAG.

(ii) V. Narahari Rao was the first CAG of independent India, serving from 1948 to 1954.

(iii) The CAG’s (Duties, Powers and Conditions of Service) Act was enacted in 1976.

Which of the statement(s) is/are NOT TRUE?

Consider the following statements about the CAG’s audit reports:

(i) The CAG submits audit reports on state accounts to the President for presentation to the state legislature.

(ii) The Public Accounts Committee examines the CAG’s audit reports and reports its findings to Parliament.

(iii) No Minister can represent the CAG in Parliament.

Which of the statement(s) is/are NOT TRUE?

Consider the following statements about the CAG’s powers:

(i) The CAG has the authority to inspect any office or department subject to his/her audit.

(ii) The CAG can demand detailed accounts of secret service expenditure from executive agencies.

(iii) The CAG certifies the net proceeds of taxes and duties, and this certification is final.

Which of the statement(s) is/are NOT TRUE?

Consider the following statements about the CAG’s duties:

(i) The CAG audits all expenditure from the Consolidated Fund of India and each state.

(ii) The CAG compiles and maintains the accounts of the Central Government.

(iii) The CAG submits audit reports on public undertakings to the Prime Minister.

Which of the statement(s) is/are NOT TRUE?