Daily Static GK MCQs | Set-5 (05/11/2024)
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1. Of the following political features, which is/are common to India and the USA?
1. Residuary powers vested in the centre.
2. Residuary powers vested in the states.
3. President has the power of pocket veto.
4. The upper house has some nominated members.
(A) Only 3
(B) Only 3 and 4
(C) Only 2, 3 and 4
(D) Only 1, 3 and 4
Ans:- (A) Only 3 Explanation: – Residuary powers vested in the centre: In India, residuary powers (those not listed in the Constitution) are vested in the central government. However, in the USA, residuary powers are vested in the states, not the central government. So, this is not common to both countries. Residuary powers vested in the states: This is true for the USA. However, in India, these powers are vested in the central government. So, this is also not common to both countries. President has the power of pocket veto: Both the Indian and U.S. Presidents have the power of pocket veto, where they can withhold their approval or disapproval of a bill until it is no longer possible for it to become law. Therefore, this feature is common to both countries. The upper house has some nominated members: In India, the Rajya Sabha (upper house) has some nominated members. However, in the USA, the Senate (upper house) has no nominated members, as all members are elected. So, this is not common to both countries.View Answer...
2. Consider the following statements in regards to The Preamble of Constitution and give correct answer using the code given below.
1. The objectives Resolution by Jawaharlal Nehru finally became Preamble.
2. It is non-Justiciable.
3. It can’t be amended.
4. Preamble cannot override the specific provision of the Constitution.
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(A) Only 1 and 2
(B) Only 1, 2 and 4
(C) Only 1, 2 and 3
(D) Only 2, 3 and 4
Ans:- (B) Only 1, 2 and 4 Explanation: – Statement 3 is incorrect. The Preamble has been amended once, by the 42nd Amendment Act in 1976, which added the words “Socialist,” “Secular,” and “Integrity.”View Answer...
3. Statement (S): Indian National Congress had collaborated/ assisted British in IInd World War.
Reason (R): Because they were expecting to complete independence.
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(A) (S) and (R) are individually true and (R) is the correct explanation of (S)
(B) Both (S) and (R) are false
(C) (S) is true, but (R) is false
(D) (R) is true, but (S) is false
Ans:- (B) Both (S) and (R) are false Explanation: – The Indian National Congress (INC) did not collaborate or assist the British in the Second World War. In fact, the INC strongly opposed British involvement of India in the war without consulting Indian leaders. This led to the Congress demanding complete independence as well as the launch of the Quit India Movement in 1942 to press for an end to British rule. Therefore, Statement (S) is false. The reason given, (R), is also false, as the INC’s opposition was not because they were expecting complete independence in return for cooperation. Rather, the Congress’s stance was primarily due to the British refusal to grant India independence, and they sought to use the opportunity to intensify the freedom struggle.View Answer...
4. Consider the following statements.
1. The ‘Bombay Manifesto’ signed in 1936 openly opposed the preaching of socialist ideals.
2. It evoked support from a large section of the business community from all across India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(A) Only 1
(B) Only 2
(C) Both 1 and 2
(D) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans:- (C) Both 1 and 2View Answer...
5. How do you distinguish between Kuchipudi and Bharatanatyam dances?
1. Dancers occasionally speaking dialogues is found in Kuchipudi dance but not in Bharatanatyam.
2. Dancing on the brass plate by keeping the feet on its edges is a feature of Bharatanatyam, but Kuchipudi dance does not have such a form of movements.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
(A) Only 1
(B) Only 2
(C) 1 and 2
(D) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans:- (A) Only 1 Explanation: – Statement 2 is incorrect because this is a feature of Kuchipudi, not Bharatanatyam. Dancing on a brass plate (with the feet positioned on its edges) is a distinctive feature of Kuchipudi and not Bharatanatyam. In Kuchipudi, this move, known as “Tarangam,” is performed to demonstrate the dancer’s skill and balance.View Answer...
6. Mirage formation is an example of ____
(A) Refraction
(B) Dispersion
(C) Total internal reflection
(D) Diffraction
Ans:- (A) Refraction Statement: – A mirage is a phenomenon that occurs due to the refraction of light. It typically happens when light passes through layers of air at different temperatures, causing the light rays to bend (refract). This bending can create the illusion of water on the road or the sky, often seen in hot desert areas.View Answer...
7. The President of India can be removed from his post by ____
(A) The Prime Minister of India
(B) Lok Sabha
(C) Chief Justice of India
(D) Parliament
Ans:- (D) Parliament Explanation: – The President of India can be removed from office through a process called impeachment, which is carried out by the Parliament. According to Article 61 of the Indian Constitution, the impeachment process requires a resolution passed by a two-thirds majority of members present and voting in each House of Parliament (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha) for proven violation of the Constitution.View Answer...
8. Who was the first woman to become the Prime Minister of any country?
(A) Sirimavo Bhandarnaike
(B) Margaret Thatcher
(C) Golda Meir
(D) Indira Gandhi
Ans:- (A) Sirimavo Bhandarnaike Explanation: – Sirimavo Bandaranaike of Sri Lanka (then Ceylon) became the first woman in the world to become the Prime Minister of any country. She was elected in 1960, after the assassination of her husband, Prime Minister Solomon Bandaranaike. She served as the Prime Minister in multiple terms.View Answer...
9. Which of the following is/are true about Gautam Buddha?
1. He believes in ‘Karma’
2. He believes in rebirth
3. Attaining Nirvana
4. Belief in the power of God
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(A) Only 1, 2, 3
(B) Only 1, 2
(C) Only 1
(D) All are true
Ans:- (A) Only 1, 2, 3 Explanation: – Statement 4 is incorrect. Unlike many other religions, Buddhism does not emphasize the worship or intervention of a supreme god in one’s spiritual journey. Instead, it focuses on self-realization and inner development. Therefore, belief in a god’s power is not central to Buddha’s teachings.View Answer...
10. Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru were sentenced to death in __
(A) Alipur conspiracy case
(B) Lahore conspiracy case
(C) Kakori conspiracy case
(D) Kanpur conspiracy case
Ans:- (B) Lahore conspiracy case Explanation:- Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, and Rajguru were sentenced to death in the Lahore Conspiracy Case. They were involved in the assassination of British police officer J.P. Saunders in 1928, which was an act of retaliation for the death of Lala Lajpat Rai. Lala Lajpat Rai died during a lathi charge by police in Lahore, when he led a peaceful protest march against the British Simon Commission.View Answer...
11. The system of judicial review exists in —
(A) India only
(B) U.S.A. only
(C) India and U.S.A.
(D) U.K. only
Ans:- (C) India and U.S.A.View Answer...
12. Who amongst the following is considered to be the first law officer of the Govt. of India?
(A) Chief Justice of India
(B) Solicitor General
(C) Attorney General
(D) Advocate General
Ans:- (C) Attorney GeneralView Answer...
13. Prior to the completion of tenure, the Lok Sabha can be dissolved ______
(A) By the will of President
(B) By Speaker
(C) By the President on the recommendation of Council of Ministers
(D) By the President on the recommendation of the Speaker
Ans:- (C) By the President on the recommendation of Council of MinistersView Answer...
14. Who among the following can participate in the deliberations of Lok Sabha while being a member of Rajya Sabha?
(A) Nominated member of Rajya Sabha who is an expert in a field
(B) Deputy Chairperson of Rajya Sabha
(C) Minister who is a member of Rajya Sabha
(D) Leader of the House in Rajya Sabha
Ans:- (C) Minister who is a member of Rajya SabhaView Answer...
15. The joint sitting of both Houses of Indian Parliament is held in connection with ____
(A) Constitution Amendment Bill
(B) Money Bill
(C) Ordinary Bill
(D) Election of the Vice-President of India
Ans:- (C) Ordinary BillView Answer...