No.1 PSC Learning App
Which of the following statements about the Attorney General's rights within the Indian Parliament are correct?
i. The Attorney General has the right to speak in the proceedings of both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha.
ii. As the highest law officer, the Attorney General is granted the right to vote during a joint sitting of Parliament.
iii. The Attorney General can be named a member of any parliamentary committee and has the right to participate in its proceedings.
Examine the following statements regarding the Attorney General's advisory role.
i. The Attorney General is constitutionally bound to provide legal advice to any ministry of the Government of India whenever a reference is made directly by that ministry.
ii. The primary duty of the Attorney General is to give legal advice to the Government of India on matters referred to him/her by the President.
Consider the qualifications required for the appointment of the Attorney General.
i. A person is qualified to be appointed as the Attorney General if they have been an advocate of any High Court in India for a period of 10 years.
ii. The President has the discretion to appoint an individual as Attorney General if, in his opinion, the person is an eminent jurist, even if they have not served as a judge or advocate.
Evaluate the following statements about the removal and resignation of the Attorney General.
i. The Constitution lays down a specific impeachment-like procedure for the removal of the Attorney General, similar to that of a Supreme Court judge, to safeguard the office's dignity.
ii. By constitutional provision, the Attorney General is required to resign from office when the ruling government (Council of Ministers) resigns or is replaced.
Choose the correct statement(s) concerning the professional status and practice of the Attorney General.
i. The Attorney General is categorized as a full-time government servant and is therefore debarred from any form of private legal practice.
ii. The Attorney General can defend an accused person in a criminal prosecution if he/she obtains the express permission of the Government of India.
Analyze the following statements regarding the term and remuneration of the Attorney General (AG) of India.
i. The Constitution of India prescribes a fixed term of office for the Attorney General to ensure his/her independence.
ii. The remuneration of the Attorney General is determined by Parliament through legislation, similar to that of a Supreme Court judge.
Which of the following statements about the powers of the SFC are correct?
The Commission can summon and enforce the attendance of any person as a witness.
The Commission's powers are equivalent to those of a Criminal Court under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973.
The Commission has the authority to require any individual or entity to furnish information on relevant matters.
Which of the key functions listed below fall under the mandate of the State Finance Commission?
Recommending the principles governing the division of net proceeds of state taxes between the state and Panchayats.
Auditing the annual accounts of the Panchayats to ensure financial discipline.
Determining the taxes, duties, cesses, and fees that may be assigned to and appropriated by the Panchayats.
Which of the following statements regarding the term and reappointment of SFC members are correct?
The term of office for each member is constitutionally fixed for five years.
The Governor specifies the term of office for each member in the appointment order.
Members of the State Finance Commission are eligible for re-appointment.
Choose the correct statement(s) regarding the resignation and vacancy procedures for SFC members.
A member's resignation becomes effective immediately upon submitting a written notice to the Governor.
A new member appointed to fill a vacancy will serve a fresh, full term of office as determined by the Governor.
Choose the correct statement(s) concerning the composition and member appointments of the SFC.
The State Finance Commission must consist of exactly three members, including the chairman, all of whom serve on a full-time basis.
One member of the commission is required to have specialized knowledge in economics, while the other two must have experience in public or local administration or government accounts.
Choose the correct statement(s) regarding the constitutional basis and scope of the State Finance Commission (SFC).
The SFC is a constitutional body established under Article 243-I to review the financial position of Panchayats and under Article 243-Y for Municipalities.
The SFC's recommendations are exclusively focused on the distribution of taxes and do not cover grants-in-aid from the state.
Assertion (A): The Quit India Movement, launched in 1942, was a spontaneous mass uprising.
Reason (R): On the eve of the movement, Gandhiji and all major Congress leaders were arrested, leaving the movement leaderless.
Consider the following statements regarding the State Finance Commission (SFC):
i. The SFC is a statutory body established by an Act of the State Legislature.
ii. It is constituted by the Governor of the state every five years.
iii. Its primary mandate is to review the financial position of Panchayats and Municipalities.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the features of the State Finance Commission's report:
The report is submitted to the Chief Minister for review before being sent to the Governor.
The report, when tabled in the legislature, must be accompanied by a document explaining the government's action on it.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding specific provisions for the SFC:
The provision that members may be appointed on a part-time basis offers flexibility in securing expert services.
The provision for re-appointment allows for continuity and utilization of acquired experience.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the core functions of the State Finance Commission:
Recommending the principles for sharing state taxes with Panchayats.
Determining the taxes and duties which may be assigned to Panchayats.
Conducting an annual audit of the State's Consolidated Fund.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the appointment and tenure of SFC members:
Members are appointed by the Governor of the state.
The tenure of each member is fixed at five years by the Constitution.
Every member is eligible for re-appointment after their term ends.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Read each of the following two statements: Assertion (A) and Reason (R) and indicate your answer using the codes given below:
Assertion (A): The recommendations of the State Finance Commission are not automatically binding on the state government.
Reason (R): The Constitution requires the Governor to lay the report before the legislature along with an 'explanatory memorandum' detailing the action taken, which implies the government has the discretion to accept, reject, or modify the recommendations.
Salient features of the State Finance Commission's constitutional framework include:
Fixed number of five members.
Appointment by the Governor.
Eligibility of members for re-appointment.
Direct submission of report to the legislature.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Read the following two statements, Assertion (A) and Reason (R).
Assertion (A): The State Finance Commission can be different in size from one state to another, as long as it does not exceed three members.
Reason (R): The Constitution allows the state government to determine the exact number of members of its Commission.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Which of the following authorities are explicitly mentioned in the text as having a direct role in the process of the State Finance Commission's functioning?
i. The Governor
ii. The State Legislative Assembly
iii. The Parliament of India
iv. The President of India
Which of the following are correct procedures and attributes related to the members of the State Finance Commission?
i. A member's term is fixed by the state government in the appointment order.
ii. A member can resign by writing to the Chief Minister.
iii. All members are eligible for re-appointment.
iv. A vacancy must be filled for a fresh full term.
Which of the following can be used to recover the constitutional basis and procedural powers of the State Finance Commission?
i. Article 243-I and 243-Y
ii. Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
iii. An order of the Governor
iv. A resolution by the State Legislature
Consider the following statements:
The State Finance Commission is a permanent body that functions continuously.
The members of the Commission are eligible for re-appointment.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Given below are two statements, Assertion (A) and Reason (R).
Assertion (A): The State Finance Commission can be considered a quasi-judicial body.
Reason (R): It is vested with the powers of a Civil Court under the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, while performing its functions.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Consider the following two statements:
Statement I: The Indian Constitution mandates that the State Finance Commission must have one chairman and two members.
Statement II: The chairman or a member must wait for the Governor's acceptance of their resignation before they can demit office.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
The qualifications for the members of the State Finance Commission emphasize expertise in:
Economics and Financial Matters.
Public and Local Administration.
Judicial and Legal Procedures.
Government and Local Body Accounts.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: The State Finance Commission is a constitutional body.
Statement II: It is established to recommend principles for financial devolution from the state government to urban and rural local bodies.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following statements about the reporting procedure of the State Finance Commission:
The Commission submits its report with recommendations directly to the State Legislature.
The Governor must lay the report before the State Legislative Assembly.
The report must be accompanied by a memorandum explaining the action taken by the government on its recommendations.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Given below are two statements, Assertion (A) and Reason (R).
Assertion (A): The State Finance Commission has the power to require any person to furnish information on relevant matters.
Reason (R): This power is crucial for the Commission to conduct a comprehensive and evidence-based review of the financial position of the Panchayats.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
The recommendations submitted by the State Finance Commission to the Governor include principles governing:
The sharing of net income of state-levied taxes between the Government and Panchayats.
The appointment of executive officers for the Panchayats.
The taxes, duties, cesses, and fees which may be marked for and expended by the Panchayats.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following two statements regarding the term and resignation of a member of the State Finance Commission:
Statement I: A member of the Commission holds office for a period specified in the appointment order by the Governor and is not eligible for re-appointment.
Statement II: A member’s resignation, addressed to the Governor, is effective immediately upon its submission.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Match List-I (Provision/Function) with List-II (Description) and select the correct answer.
List-I (Provision/Function) | List-II (Description) |
A. Grants-in-Aid | 1. Power derived from the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 |
B. Explanatory Memorandum | 2. Criteria for financial aid to Panchayats from the State Consolidated Fund |
C. Summoning witnesses | 3. Eligibility for a member to serve another term |
D. Re-appointment | 4. Document detailing government's action on the Commission's report |
The State Finance Commission, in the performance of its functions, has the powers of a Civil Court for which of the following matters?
Summoning and enforcing the attendance of witnesses.
Imposing penalties for financial mismanagement.
Requiring the production of any document.
Requisitioning any public record from any office.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Consider the following statements regarding the composition of the State Finance Commission:
The Commission shall consist of a chairman and a maximum of three other members.
The state government determines the number of members in the Commission.
The members of the Commission must be appointed on a full-time basis.
One member must have experience in public administration or local administration.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Which of the following statements are correct about the Audit Board under the CAG?
i. The Audit Board was established in 1968 based on the recommendation of the Administrative Reforms Committee.
ii. The Audit Board consists of a chairman and two members appointed by the CAG.
iii. The Audit Board audits all government and semi-government institutions without requiring technical expertise.
iv. The Audit Board is responsible for appointing persons with technical knowledge in fields like engineering and chemicals for audits.
Which of the following statements are correct about the Finance Commission of India?
i. The Finance Commission consists of a chairman and four other members appointed by the President.
ii. The recommendations of the Finance Commission are binding on the Union government.
iii. The Finance Commission recommends measures to augment the Consolidated Fund of a State to support panchayats and municipalities.
iv. The qualifications of the Finance Commission members are determined by the Parliament.
Which of the following statements are correct about the Attorney General of India?
i. The Attorney General is appointed by the President based on the advice of the government.
ii. The Attorney General has the right to participate in the proceedings of both Houses of Parliament without voting rights.
iii. The Attorney General’s term of office is fixed by the Constitution for six years or until the age of 65.
iv. The Attorney General cannot defend accused persons in criminal prosecutions without government permission.
Which of the following statements are correct about the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India?
i. The CAG’s salary is equivalent to that of a Supreme Court judge.
ii. The CAG submits three audit reports to the President: on appropriation accounts, finance accounts, and public undertakings.
iii. The CAG can audit the accounts of private companies not financed by the government.
iv. The CAG acts as a guide, friend, and philosopher to the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament.
With reference to the Finance Commission of India, consider the following statements:
i. The Finance Commission is a quasi-judicial body constituted by the President every five years or earlier if deemed necessary.
ii. The recommendations of the Finance Commission are binding on the Government of India.
iii. The Finance Commission makes recommendations on the distribution of net proceeds of taxes between the Centre and the States.
iv. The Chairman of the Finance Commission must be a person with experience in public affairs.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
With reference to the Attorney General of India, consider the following statements:
i. The Attorney General is appointed by the President and holds office at the pleasure of the President.
ii. The Attorney General is a full-time government servant and is debarred from private legal practice.
iii. The Attorney General has the right of audience in all courts in the territory of India.
iv. The Attorney General is a member of the Central Cabinet and advises the Prime Minister directly.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
With reference to the powers and limitations of the CAG, consider the following statements:
i. The CAG can inspect any office or department subject to its audit and call for any records or documents.
ii. The CAG has control over fund withdrawals from the Consolidated Fund of India.
iii. The CAG cannot demand details of secret service expenditure and must accept a certificate from the competent authority.
iv. The CAG compiles and maintains the accounts of the Central Government.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
With reference to the duties of the CAG, consider the following statements:
i. The CAG audits all transactions related to the Contingency Fund of India and the Public Account of India.
ii. The CAG has the authority to audit the accounts of private companies not financed by the government.
iii. The CAG advises the President on the form in which the accounts of the Centre and States shall be kept.
iv. The CAG submits audit reports on state accounts directly to the state legislature.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
With reference to the role and independence of the CAG, consider the following statements:
i. The CAG is described as the guardian of the public purse and controls the entire financial system of the country at both the Centre and State levels.
ii. The CAG can be removed by the President only on the grounds of proved misbehaviour or incapacity, following a resolution by both Houses of Parliament with a special majority.
iii. The CAG is eligible for further office under the Government of India or any State after ceasing to hold office.
iv. The administrative expenses of the CAG’s office are charged upon the Consolidated Fund of India and are not subject to the vote of Parliament.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
With reference to the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India, consider the following statements:
i. The CAG’s term of office is 6 years or until the age of 65, whichever is earlier.
ii. The CAG can be removed by the President without parliamentary approval.
iii. The CAG audits the accounts of all government companies as per the Companies Act.
iv. The CAG’s salary is equivalent to that of a Supreme Court judge.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
With reference to the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India, consider the following statements:
i. The CAG’s term of office is 6 years or until the age of 65, whichever is earlier.
ii. The CAG can be removed by the President without parliamentary approval.
iii. The CAG audits the accounts of all government companies as per the Companies Act.
iv. The CAG’s salary is equivalent to that of a Supreme Court judge.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Consider the following statements about the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India:
i. The CAG’s audit reports on appropriation accounts are submitted to the Governor of each state.
ii. The CAG certifies the net proceeds of any tax or duty under Article 279, and this certificate is final.
iii. The CAG was relieved of maintaining Central Government accounts in 1976 due to the separation of accounts from audit.
iv. The CAG can demand details of secret service expenditure from executive agencies.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
With reference to the duties of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India, consider the following statements:
i. The CAG audits all receipts and expenditures of bodies substantially financed from central or state revenues.
ii. The CAG has the authority to prescribe the form of accounts for the Centre and states under Article 150.
iii. The CAG audits the accounts of private companies not receiving government funds.
iv. The CAG acts as a guide, friend, and philosopher to the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament.
Which of the statements given above are correct?