UPSC Polity (Indian Government) questions – MCQs Test 5

Consider the following statements:

1. The President shall make rules for the more convenient transaction of the business of the Government of India, and for the allocation among Ministers of the said business.
2. All executive actions of the Government of India shall be expressed to be taken in the name of the Prime Minister.

Which of the statements given above is / are correct? [UPSC, Civil Services 2014, Paper 1]

The power to increase the number of judges in the Supreme Court of India is vested in [UPSC, Civil Services 2014, Paper 1]

Consider the following statements: [UPSC, Civil Services 2013, Paper 1]

Attorney General of India can

1. Take part in the proceedings of the Lok Sabha
2. Be a member of a committee of the Lok Sabha
3. Speak in the Lok Sabha
4. Vote in the Lok Sabha

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The Parliament can make any law for whole or any part of India for implementing international treaties [UPSC, Civil Services 2013, Paper 1]

In India, other than ensuring that public funds are used efficiently and for intended purpose, what is the importance of the office of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)? [UPSC, Civil Services 2012, Paper 1]

1. CAG exercises exchequer control on behalf of the Parliament when the President of India declares national emergency/financial emergency.
2. CAG reports on the execution of projects or programmes by the ministries are discussed by the Public Accounts Committee.
3. Information from CAG reports can be used by investigating agencies to press charges against those who have violated the law while managing public finances.
4. While dealing with the audit and accounting of government companies, CAG has certain judicial powers for prosecuting those who violate the law.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?