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11. What is the quorum for a meeting of the Committee on Petitions of the

What is the quorum for a meeting of the Committee on Petitions of the Rajya Sabha?

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Three
Five
Seven
Ten
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The quorum for a meeting of the Committee on Petitions of the Rajya Sabha is five members.
Parliamentary committees have specific rules regarding their composition and functioning, including quorum requirements to ensure sufficient member participation for valid proceedings.
As per Rule 201 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the Council of States (Rajya Sabha), the quorum required to constitute a meeting of the Committee on Petitions is five members.

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12. If any question arises as to whether a Member of the Parliament has be

If any question arises as to whether a Member of the Parliament has become subject to any of the disqualifications mentioned in Article 102(1), who among the following is empowered to take the final decision?

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The President of India
The Prime Minister of India
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
The Chief Justice of India
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The President of India is empowered to take the final decision regarding whether a Member of Parliament has become subject to any of the disqualifications mentioned in Article 102(1).
Article 102(1) lists the grounds for disqualification of a person from being chosen as, and for being, a Member of Parliament.
According to Article 103 of the Constitution, any question regarding the disqualification of a Member of Parliament under Article 102(1) is referred to the President. The President’s decision is final, but the President is required to obtain the opinion of the Election Commission of India and act according to that opinion before giving the decision.

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13. Which of the following is/are exclusive power/powers of the Rajya Sabh

Which of the following is/are exclusive power/powers of the Rajya Sabha?

  • 1. The power to initiate a Money Bill
  • 2. To declare a subject in the State List as a subject of national importance
  • 3. To impeach the President of India

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1, 2 and 3
2 only
2 and 3 only
1 only
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Only statement 2 is an exclusive power of the Rajya Sabha.
The Rajya Sabha and the Lok Sabha have distinct powers and responsibilities in the Indian Parliament. Some powers are exclusive to one House.
Statement 1 is incorrect because Money Bills can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha (Article 110). Statement 2 is correct; under Article 249, the Rajya Sabha has the exclusive power to declare that it is necessary or expedient in the national interest for Parliament to make laws on a matter enumerated in the State List. Statement 3 is incorrect; the process of impeaching the President can be initiated in either House of Parliament (Article 61).

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14. In India, on which one of the following grounds can the salaries and a

In India, on which one of the following grounds can the salaries and allowances of persons serving in connection with affairs of the State be reduced?

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Financial emergency
Internal disturbance
Failure of the constitutional machinery in a State
Degradation of public morality
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The salaries and allowances of persons serving in connection with affairs of the State can be reduced during a financial emergency.
Article 360 of the Indian Constitution deals with the proclamation of Financial Emergency.
During a Financial Emergency declared under Article 360, the Union Government can issue directions to any State to observe specified canons of financial propriety, including directions for the reduction of salaries and allowances of all or any class of persons serving in connection with the affairs of a State, including the Judges of the High Court. The other options do not provide a constitutional basis for such a measure applicable across the board to state employees.

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15. Consider the following statements about the ‘Quit India’ Resolution of

Consider the following statements about the ‘Quit India’ Resolution of 1942 :

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  • 1. Its text was carefully drafted to make it clear that it put India among the countries at war with the Axis Powers and fully aligned with the Allied Powers (United Nations).
  • 2. It called upon Britain to immediately hand over power to an Indian Provisional Government composed of representatives of all sections of the population.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
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Statement 1 is incorrect, but statement 2 is correct.
The Quit India Resolution, passed in August 1942, was a decisive call by the Indian National Congress for immediate independence from British rule during World War II.
The Quit India Resolution (also known as the ‘Quit India’ or ‘Bharat Chhodo’ Resolution) demanded an immediate end to British rule in India. It called for the withdrawal of British power and the formation of a provisional government representing all sections of the Indian population. Far from aligning India with the Allied Powers under British control, the resolution essentially gave an ultimatum to the British, stating that India would not participate in the war effort under colonial subjugation. The resolution did not explicitly align India with the Allied Powers; rather, it emphasized that a free India would be able to defend itself better against fascism and imperialism.

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16. The Dakshinamurti (South-facing) form of Shiva represents

The Dakshinamurti (South-facing) form of Shiva represents

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cosmic dancer
ferocious warrior
universal teacher
lord of beasts
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The Dakshinamurti form of Shiva represents the universal teacher.
Shiva is worshipped in various forms, each representing a different aspect of his divine nature.
Dakshinamurti, literally meaning “one who faces south,” is depicted as Shiva sitting under a banyan tree, facing south, teaching ancient sages (like Sanaka, Sanatana, Sanandana, and Sanatkumara) through silence (mauna vyakhyana). This form symbolizes Shiva as the ultimate guru, the dispeller of ignorance, and the embodiment of knowledge (Jnana). Other forms mentioned are Nataraja (cosmic dancer), Bhairava or Tripurantaka (ferocious warrior aspects), and Pashupati (lord of animals/beasts).

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17. Consider the following statements about the historical evidence of ins

Consider the following statements about the historical evidence of inscriptions in India :

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  • 1. The oldest deciphered inscriptions are in Brahmi and Kharoshthi.
  • 2. The earliest inscriptions in the Tamil language are copper plate grants.

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1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
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Statement 1 is correct, but statement 2 is incorrect.
Inscriptions are a crucial source for reconstructing ancient Indian history.
The oldest widely deciphered inscriptions in India are the edicts of Emperor Ashoka (3rd century BCE), which are primarily in the Brahmi script, with some also found in Kharoshthi (especially in the northwest), Greek, and Aramaic. The earliest known inscriptions in the Tamil language are rock inscriptions (often in caves) in Tamil Brahmi script, predating extensive use of copper plates for inscriptions, which became more common in later periods for land grants.

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18. One of the frequent representations of Shri Lakshmi in sculpture is in

One of the frequent representations of Shri Lakshmi in sculpture is in her Gaja-Lakshmi form. Consider the following statements about such Gaja-Lakshmi form :

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  • 1. The goddess sits or stands on a lotus.
  • 2. She is flanked by two swans.

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2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
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Statement 1 is correct, but statement 2 is incorrect.
Gaja-Lakshmi is a specific and popular iconographic form of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, representing prosperity, abundance, and good fortune.
In the Gaja-Lakshmi form, the goddess is consistently depicted seated or standing on a lotus (Padma). She is flanked by two elephants (Gaja), who are often shown pouring water over her from pots, symbolizing abhishekam (ritual bathing). Swans (Hamsa) are not typically associated with the Gaja-Lakshmi iconography; they are more commonly associated with Saraswati.

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19. What is Hallisalasya as depicted in Bagh cave paintings?

What is Hallisalasya as depicted in Bagh cave paintings?

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A classical dance form
A folk dance form
A folk form of theatre
A percussion music instrument
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Hallisalasya depicted in Bagh cave paintings is identified as a folk dance form.
The Bagh cave paintings, contemporary to the Ajanta caves, are known for their vibrant depictions of Buddhist and secular themes, including elaborate dance scenes.
The “Hallisalasya” scene in Cave 4 at Bagh depicts a group of women performing a circular dance, often identified as a Hallisa dance. This is generally considered a type of folk or popular group dance form prevalent in ancient India, rather than a classical dance form as understood in later periods.

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20. Consider the following statements about the emergence of national cons

Consider the following statements about the emergence of national conscious-ness in India between the 18th and 19th centuries :

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  • 1. The spread of printing press and education, and inflow of modern ideas helped Indian regeneration.
  • 2. The reform movements helped develop a sense of national unity among the people.

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1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
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Both statement 1 and statement 2 are correct.
The emergence of national consciousness in India during the 18th and 19th centuries was a complex process influenced by various factors, including socio-religious reforms, the spread of modern education and ideas, and improvements in communication.
The printing press facilitated the dissemination of nationalist ideas and enabled communication among different regions. Education exposed Indians to Western political thought, including concepts like liberty, equality, and nationalism. The socio-religious reform movements, while primarily focused on social evils, also fostered a sense of pride in Indian heritage, challenged traditional divisions, and laid the groundwork for collective identity, contributing to national unity.

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