91. Which among the following is not a type of list that mentions areas/matters on which Central or State Government have power to make laws?
(A) Concurrent List
(B) Cabinet List
(C) State List
(D) Union List
Answer:
(B) Cabinet List
Explanation:
The Seventh Schedule of the Indian Constitution defines exactly three legislative lists: the Union List, the State List, and the Concurrent List. There is no such thing as a “Cabinet List.”
92. In a democratic country, the media needs to play an important role in:
(A) communicating the concerns of the electorate
(B) diverting people’s attention from the issues
(C) sensationalizing the issues
(D) concealing the present realities from citizens
Answer:
(A) communicating the concerns of the electorate
Explanation:
In a functioning democracy, the media serves as the “fourth pillar” by keeping the public informed, holding leaders accountable, and voicing the concerns and realities of the electorate to the government.
93. What among the following is not intended by the India’s parliamentary system?
(A) power is shared
(B) decisions are debated
(C) leaders are held accountable
(D) centralization of power
Answer:
(D) centralization of power
Explanation:
A parliamentary democracy is explicitly designed to distribute power, encourage robust debate, and ensure accountability to prevent the absolute centralization of power in one individual or group.
94. Which specific feature of the Indian democracy provides right to vote to every adult citizen?
(A) Universal merchandise
(B) Universal adult franchise
(C) Assertiveness
(D) Fair representation
Answer:
(B) Universal adult franchise
Explanation:
Universal adult franchise is the democratic principle that guarantees all adult citizens the fundamental right to vote, regardless of wealth, income, gender, social status, or race.
95. An autonomous constitutional authority responsible for administering the entire election process in India is known as:
(A) Election Commission of India
(B) Enforcement Directorate
(C) Constitutional Election Commission of India
(D) Federal Election Commission
Answer:
(A) Election Commission of India
Explanation:
Established under Article 324 of the Constitution, the Election Commission of India is the independent body charged with overseeing, directing, and conducting all national and state elections freely and fairly.
