(d) The Prime Minister and the concerned minister have to resign
Answer:
(b) The whole Council of Ministers has to resign
Explanation:
The Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha. If a no-confidence motion is successfully passed, the entire government must step down.
77. Mixed economy means an economy where
(a) Both agriculture and industry are equally promoted by the state
(b) There is co-existence of public sector along with private sector
(c) There is importance of small scale industries along with heavy industries
(d) Economy is controlled by military as well as civilian rules
Answer:
(b) There is co-existence of public sector along with private sector
Explanation:
A mixed economic system incorporates elements of both capitalism and socialism, meaning private enterprises operate alongside state-run (public) entities.
78. The book ‘Hind Swaraj’ was written by
(a) Hasrat Mohani
(b) B.G. Tilak
(c) Mahatma Gandhi
(d) Sardar Patel
Answer:
(c) Mahatma Gandhi
Explanation:
“Hind Swaraj” or “Indian Home Rule” is a seminal book written by Mahatma Gandhi in 1909 expressing his views on modern civilization and mechanization.
79. Who became the first woman lawyer to join the Supreme Court as a Judge directly from the Bar?
(a) Ruma Pal
(b) Indu Malhotra
(c) Sujata Manohar
(d) R. Bhanumati
Answer:
(b) Indu Malhotra
Explanation:
In 2018, Indu Malhotra made history by becoming the first female lawyer to be elevated directly from the Bar to the position of a Supreme Court judge.
80. Which of the following is a renewable source of energy?
(a) LPG
(b) CNG
(c) Lignite
(d) Biomass
Answer:
(d) Biomass
Explanation:
Biomass refers to organic material derived from plants and animals. Because it can be replenished naturally, it is classified as a renewable energy source, unlike fossil fuels (LPG, CNG, Lignite).
