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Evaluate the following statements related to the limitations imposed on the Attorney General.
The Attorney General is prohibited from holding a brief against the Government of India.
The Attorney General requires prior permission from the Government of India to accept a directorship in any company.
The Attorney General is barred from engaging in any form of private legal practice during his/her term.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements about the qualifications for an individual to be appointed as Attorney General for India.
The individual must have been a judge of a High Court for at least five years or an advocate of a High Court for at least ten years.
The individual must be an Indian citizen.
In the President's opinion, an eminent jurist can be appointed, bypassing the criteria related to service as a judge or advocate.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
With reference to the rights and duties of the Attorney General, consider the following statements.
The Attorney General's right of audience extends to all judicial and quasi-judicial tribunals across the territory of India.
The Attorney General has a right to speak and participate in the proceedings of a House of Parliament, even if he/she is not a member of that House.
One of the duties of the AG is to represent the Government of India in presidential references to the Supreme Court made under Article 143.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the Attorney General (AG) of India.
The grounds for the removal of the Attorney General are explicitly detailed in Article 76 of the Constitution.
The Attorney General can be removed from office by the President at any time.
The remuneration for the Attorney General is fixed by the Constitution and is non-votable by Parliament.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Which of the following duties have been specifically assigned to the Attorney General by the President?
i. To appear on behalf of the Government of India in all cases in the Supreme Court in which the Government of India is concerned.
ii. To provide legal advice to Public Sector Undertakings directly upon their request for legal opinion.
iii. To represent the Government of India in any High Court in any case in which the Government of India is concerned, when required.
The office of the Attorney General of India is distinct in several ways. Which of the following statements accurately describe this unique position?
i. The Attorney General holds the right of audience in the Supreme Court and High Courts only.
ii. The President is constitutionally mandated to consult the Attorney General on all matters involving a substantial question of law.
iii. The office of the Attorney General is not a full-time counsel, and the holder is not debarred from private legal practice.
Which of the following activities are placed under limitations for the Attorney General?
i. Accepting an appointment as a director in any private company or corporation without the Government of India's permission.
ii. Advising or holding a brief in a case where he/she is already expected to appear for the Government of India.
iii. Representing the Government of India in a reference made by the President to the Supreme Court under Article 143.
Regarding the appointment and tenure of the Attorney General of India, which of the following statements is/are true?
i. The Attorney General is appointed by the President based on the recommendation of the Chief Justice of India.
ii. The term of office for the Attorney General is co-terminus with the term of the government, as mandated by the Constitution.
iii. An individual who has served as a High Court judge for 5 years meets one of the eligibility criteria for the post.
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?