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Ques:1

Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Article 19 of the Constitution of India?

  1. Article 19 guarantees six fundamental freedoms to all citizens of India.
  2. Reasonable restrictions on these freedoms can be imposed by the State.
  3. Foreign nationals are also entitled to the freedoms under Article 19.

Select the answer using the code given below:


Ques:2

Consider the following statements:

Statement 1: The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015.

Statement 2: They form part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?


Ques:3

Consider the following statements:

Statement I: The Budget is treated as a Money Bill under the Constitution of India.

Statement II: The Budget contains provisions exclusively related to taxation and expenditure from the Consolidated Fund of India.

Statement III: The Speaker of the Lok Sabha certifies whether a Bill is a Money Bill or not.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?


Ques:4

Consider the following with reference to the Speaker of the Lok Sabha:

  1. The Speaker is elected by the members of the Lok Sabha from among themselves.
  2. The Speaker continues in office even after the dissolution of the Lok Sabha until a new Speaker is elected.
  3. The Speaker can vote only in the first instance on any question in the House.

How many of the above is/are correct?


Ques:5

Which of the following best describes the nature of FATF recommendations?


Ques:6

Consider the following statements with reference to hate speech and constitutional governance in India:

  1. Hate speech by holders of constitutional office can violate the constitutional values of equality, dignity, and fraternity.
  2. The Supreme Court has directed police authorities to register FIRs suo motu in cases of hate speech without waiting for a formal complaint.
  3. Enforcement of hate speech–related Supreme Court directions has been uniform across all States.
  4. The Supreme Court recognises hate speech as a constitutional harm that can legitimise the exclusion of communities.

Which of the statements given above are correct?


Ques:7

Consider the following statements with reference to urban infrastructure planning and disaster vulnerability in Indian cities:

  1. Non-adherence to prescribed road design and safety standards can increase the risk of fatal accidents in urban areas.
  2. Construction of deep basements in river floodplain regions is vulnerable to waterlogging due to naturally high groundwater levels.

Which of the statements given above are correct?


Ques:8

Consider the following statements with reference to India–Malaysia relations:

  1. India and Malaysia elevated their bilateral relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2024.
  2. Cooperation between India and Malaysia has expanded into areas such as semiconductors, digital economy, and fintech.
  3. India–Malaysia ties are also viewed as relevant for strengthening India’s engagement with ASEAN and BIMSTEC frameworks.

Which of the statements given above are correct?


Ques:9

Consider the following statements with reference to parliamentary functioning in India:

  1. The President’s Address to Parliament outlines the broad policy agenda of the government for the coming year.
  2. The Lok Sabha Speaker has the authority to regulate debates and decide on the admissibility of motions in the House.
  3. The Opposition in Parliament has no constitutional role in ensuring executive accountability.

Which of the statements given above are correct?


Ques:10

Which of the following best explains the significance of achieving winter bloom of tulips in the Kashmir Valley?