Find real questions from previous competitive exam papers with answers and solutions.
Which nation is known by the title “Land of the Long White Cloud”?
New Zealand
India
United Kingdom
Australia
Correct answer
New Zealand
Which of the following committees is known as a “standing committee” in the Indian Parliament?
Ad hoc Committee
Select Committee
Joint Parliamentary Committee
Public Accounts Committee
Correct answer
Ad hoc Committee
Which British policy directly caused the annexation of several Indian states before the Revolt of 1857 ?
Treaty of Versailles
Doctrine of Lapse
Permanent Settlement
Subsidiary Alliance
Correct answer
Treaty of Versailles
Which among the following is an example of a plant?
Potato
Rice
Maize
Wheat
Correct answer
Potato
Which of the following is an example of a crime that requires no proof of intent (mens rea)?
Strict liability offences
Assault
Murder
Theft
Correct answer
Strict liability offences
What Council do the Prime Minister, Union Minister and Chief Minister belong to?
Regional Council
Planning Commission
Zonal Council
National Development Council
Correct answer
Regional Council
Which of the following best describes the relationship between legislative powers and the doctrine of separation of powers in the context of the Indian Constitution?
Legislative powers are completely independent of the executive and judiciary in India.
The separation of powers is absolute, with each branch of government functioning independently without any overlap.
The Constitution allows for a system of checks and balances among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.
The executive alone frames and enacts all laws in India.
Correct answer
Legislative powers are completely independent of the executive and judiciary in India.
How long does Parliament have to ratify an ordinance issued by the President?
6 months from the reassembly of the Parliament
6 weeks from the date of issue of ordinance
3 months from the date of issue of the ordinance
6 weeks from the reassembly of the Parliament
Correct answer
6 months from the reassembly of the Parliament
Fertilisation takes place in the _________ in human females.
Ovary
Fallopian tube
Vagina
Uterus
Correct answer
Ovary
Which chemical released from mast cells causes allergy symptoms like sneezing and watery eyes?
Histamine
Adrenaline
Hemoglobin
Insulin
Correct answer
Histamine