Articles 256 and 257 reflect which nature of Indian federalism?

As per Article 257(4), if States incur extra costs while carrying out Union directions on communication or railway protection, the:

Which of the following is specifically mentioned in Article 257(3)?

According to Article 257(2), the Union Government can issue directions to a State regarding:

Article 257(1) states that the executive power of every State shall be exercised in such a manner that it does not:

Which of the following is NOT a technique adopted by the Constitution for Centre-State administrative coordination?

If a State fails to comply with directions issued under Article 256, what is the ultimate sanction available to the Union?

Which of the following statements is true with respect to Article 257 of the Indian Constitution?

What is the primary purpose behind the Centre issuing directions to the States under Article 256?

Under which Article can the Union government issue directions to a State to ensure compliance with laws made by Parliament?

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

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 ?

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

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

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

Choose the correct statement(s) regarding the Inter-State Council:

1. The Inter-State Council Secretariat, established in 1991, also functions as the secretariat for the Zonal Councils since 2011.

2. The Council’s standing committee is chaired by the Prime Minister.

3. The Council can investigate and discuss subjects of common interest between the Centre and the states.

Which of the following statements are correct regarding the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)?

1. The UPSC is consulted on methods of recruitment, appointments, promotions, and transfers for All India Services and Central Services.

2. The chairman of the UPSC can be removed by the President only after an inquiry by the Supreme Court for misbehaviour.

3. The UPSC’s recommendations are binding on the Union Government.

Which of the following statements are correct about the All India Services?

1. The All India Services Act, 1951, allows the Central Government to determine the conditions of service in consultation with state governments.

2. Officers of the All India Services are appointed to state cadres but can be deputed to Central Services.

3. The salaries and pensions of All India Services officers are paid by the Central Government.

Which of the following statements are correct regarding Zonal Councils?

1. Each Zonal Council is chaired by the Home Minister of the Central Government.

2. The Chief Ministers of the states in a zone act as vice-chairmen by rotation for a period of one year.

3. The Zonal Councils are constitutional bodies established under Article 263.

Which of the following statements are correct about the Inter-State Council?

1. The Inter-State Council was established in 1990 following the recommendations of the Sarkaria Commission.

2. It includes six Central cabinet ministers, including the Home Minister, as permanent members.

3. The Council is required to meet at least twice a year.

Which of the following statements are correct regarding the Inter-State River Water Disputes Act, 1956?

1. It empowers the Central Government to establish an ad hoc tribunal for resolving disputes over inter-state river waters.

2. The Supreme Court retains jurisdiction over disputes referred to the tribunal.

3. The tribunal’s decision is final and binding on the parties involved.

Which of the following statements regarding the removal and suspension of SPSC members are correct?

1. The Governor has the power to suspend an SPSC member during a Supreme Court enquiry into their conduct.

2. The President is constitutionally bound by the advice given by the Supreme Court in cases of removal for misbehaviour.

3. The Governor can remove a member for reasons of insolvency or physical incapacity without presidential intervention.

Consider the following statements:

1. The power to extend the functions of an SPSC is vested in the Governor under Article 321.

2. Article 322 specifies that the expenses of the SPSC are charged on the Contingency Fund of the State.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following statements about the term 'misbehaviour' for an SPSC member is correct?

1. The term is defined in the Indian Penal Code and applied to SPSC members by the President.

2. A member is deemed guilty of misbehaviour if they are concerned or interested in any contract made by the Government of India or a state government.

Assertion (A): The advice of the Supreme Court in the matter of removal of an SPSC member is binding on the President.
Reason (R): This procedure is designed to uphold the independence and security of tenure of the members of the Commission.

Consider the following statements:

1. The SPSC's role extends to advising on the classification of services and cadre management.

2. A selection made by the SPSC becomes mandatory for the government to accept if there is no irregularity in the process.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to a Joint State Public Service Commission (JSPSC), which statement is correct?

1. The President determines the number of members and their conditions of service.

2. A JSPSC submits its annual report directly to the Parliament.

Identify the correct statement(s) regarding the qualifications and composition of the SPSC.

1. The Constitution mandates that all members of the SPSC must have held office for at least ten years under the government.

2. No specific qualifications are prescribed for the membership of the Commission, except for a condition applied to one-half of the members.

Which of the following statements regarding the powers of the state legislature concerning the SPSC is/are correct?

1. The state legislature can extend the jurisdiction of the SPSC to local bodies and public institutions.

2. The salaries, allowances, and pensions of the SPSC members are determined by and voted upon by the state legislature.

Assertion (A): A selection by the SPSC does not confer any right to the post upon the candidate.
Reason (R): The function of the SPSC is purely advisory, and the government is the ultimate appointing authority which must act fairly and without arbitrariness.

Consider the following statements about the role of the Governor concerning the SPSC:

1. The Governor can appoint one of the members as an acting chairman if the chairman's office is vacant.

2. The Governor presents the annual report of the SPSC, along with a memorandum of non-acceptance of advice, before both Houses of Parliament.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Identify the INCORRECT statement(s) about the tenure and resignation of SPSC members.

1. The 41st Amendment Act of 1976 raised the retirement age of SPSC members from 60 to 62.

2. The Chairman and members of the SPSC submit their resignation letters to the President of India.

Which of the following statements regarding the constitutional articles related to the SPSC is/are correct?

1. Article 317 deals with the removal and suspension of a member of a Public Service Commission.

2. Article 320 deals with the prohibition on holding other offices by members of the Commission after their tenure.

Consider the following statements from the history of the Kerala PSC:

1. The Travancore-Cochin PSC was formed on July 1, 1949, with C. Kunhiraman as its first chairman.

2. The Kerala PSC was formed on November 1, 1956, with G.D. Nokes as its first chairman.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following statements are correct regarding the functions of the SPSC?

1. The SPSC conducts examinations for appointments to state services.

2. The SPSC must be consulted on all matters related to the classification of state services.

3. The state legislature can extend the jurisdiction of the SPSC to local bodies.