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What is the primary function of mitochondria in a cell?

  1. Protein synthesis
  2. Energy production (ATP)
  3. Storage of genetic material
  4. Cellular digestion
General science

Which of the following is NOT a method of heat transfer?

  1. Conduction
  2. Convection
  3. Radiation
  4. Osmosis
General science

Which of the following phenomena demonstrates the principle of reflection of light?

  1. Formation of a rainbow
  2. Working of a lens
  3. Image formation in a mirror
  4. Dispersion of light through a prism
General science

Which of the following is NOT a function of the Finance Commission?

  1. Distribution of net proceeds of taxes between the Union and the States
  2. Determining the principles governing grants-in-aid to the States
  3. Making recommendations to the President on measures to improve the finances of the Union and the States.
  4. Adjudicating disputes between the Union and the States regarding taxation matters.
Environment & Ecology

The 'Right to Information Act (RTI)' was enacted in which year?

  1. 2002
  2. 2005
  3. 2009
  4. 2010
Environment & Ecology

Which of the following bills can be introduced only in the Lok Sabha?

  1. A Constitutional Amendment Bill
  2. An Ordinary Bill
  3. A Money Bill
  4. All of the above
Environment & Ecology

Which of the following statements is correct regarding the Inter-State Council?

  1. It is a constitutional body established under Article 263.
  2. The Prime Minister is the ex-officio Chairman of the Council.
  3. It can only recommend measures; its decisions are not binding.
  4. All of the above.
Environment & Ecology

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs)?

  1. To establish a welfare state
  2. To establish a socialist state
  3. To establish a theocratic state
  4. To promote social and economic justice
Environment & Ecology

Under which article of the Indian Constitution is the provision for reservation for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in the Lok Sabha?

  1. Article 330
  2. Article 332
  3. Article 335
  4. Article 340
Environment & Ecology

What is the primary objective of the 'Digital India' initiative?

  1. To promote cashless transactions
  2. To transform India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy
  3. To provide free internet access to all citizens
  4. To increase the number of smartphone users in India
Environment & Ecology

Which of the following schedules of the Indian Constitution deals with the allocation of seats in the Rajya Sabha to the States and Union Territories?

  1. First Schedule
  2. Second Schedule
  3. Third Schedule
  4. Fourth Schedule
Environment & Ecology

The Election Commission of India is responsible for conducting elections to which of the following?

  1. Panchayats and Municipalities
  2. President and Vice-President
  3. State Legislative Assemblies only
  4. All elections in India
Environment & Ecology

Which of the following writs can be issued by the High Court or Supreme Court to secure the release of a person found to be unlawfully detained?

  1. Mandamus
  2. Certiorari
  3. Habeas Corpus
  4. Quo Warranto
Environment & Ecology

Which of the following committees recommended the establishment of Panchayati Raj Institutions in India?

  1. Balwant Rai Mehta Committee
  2. Ashok Mehta Committee
  3. L.M. Singhvi Committee
  4. G.V.K. Rao Committee
Environment & Ecology

The 'Doctrine of Pleasure' under Article 310 of the Indian Constitution is NOT applicable to which of the following?

  1. Civil servants of the Union
  2. Civil servants of the State
  3. Judges of the Supreme Court
  4. Members of the Armed Forces
Environment & Ecology

Which of the following is NOT a feature of the 'Basic Structure' doctrine of the Indian Constitution?

  1. Supremacy of the Constitution
  2. Sovereign, democratic and republican nature of the polity
  3. Federal character of the Constitution
  4. Right to Property
Environment & Ecology

The concept of 'Public Interest Litigation (PIL)' originated in which country?

  1. United Kingdom
  2. United States of America
  3. Australia
  4. India
Environment & Ecology

Which schedule of the Indian Constitution deals with the administration and control of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes?

  1. Third Schedule
  2. Fourth Schedule
  3. Fifth Schedule
  4. Eighth Schedule
Environment & Ecology

Which of the following is NOT a Constitutional Body?

  1. Election Commission of India
  2. Comptroller and Auditor General of India
  3. National Human Rights Commission
  4. Union Public Service Commission
Environment & Ecology

Which of the following Constitutional Amendments deals with the Anti-Defection Law?

  1. 42nd Amendment
  2. 44th Amendment
  3. 52nd Amendment
  4. 61st Amendment
Environment & Ecology

Under which Article of the Indian Constitution can the President declare a Financial Emergency?

  1. Article 352
  2. Article 356
  3. Article 360
  4. Article 365
Environment & Ecology

Which of the following features of the Indian Constitution does NOT reflect a unitary bias in a federal structure?

  1. Appointment of Governors by the Centre
  2. All-India Services
  3. Residuary powers vested with the Centre
  4. Independent Judiciary
Environment & Ecology

Which Act empowered the Governor-General to promulgate ordinances during the recess of the Legislative Council?

  1. Regulating Act of 1773
  2. Government of India Act, 1919
  3. Government of India Act, 1935
  4. Indian Councils Act, 1861
Environment & Ecology

What is the role of State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF)?

  1. To provide financial assistance to industries affected by disasters
  2. To provide immediate relief to victims of disasters at the State level
  3. To promote research on disaster management
  4. To formulate national disaster management policies
Environment & Ecology