2024 Polity Prelims PYQs

For UPSC aspirants, studying Polity Prelims PYQs (Previous Years’ Questions) is a crucial step in mastering the polity section of the Prelims exam. These questions provide valuable insights into recurring themes, core constitutional principles, and key governance issues that are frequently tested. By analyzing Polity Prelims PYQs from recent years, including 2024, candidates can identify patterns in topics like the Constitution of India, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles of State Policy, Panchayati Raj, and the roles of Parliament and Judiciary.

In this post, we’ll explore the 2024 Polity Prelims PYQs, offering an in-depth review of question types, emerging trends, and critical topics to focus on in your study plan. With this guide, you’ll gain a strategic edge in tackling polity questions, enhancing your overall preparation for the UPSC Prelims.

1. With reference to the Speaker of Lok Sabha, Consider the following statements:
While any resolution for the removal of the speaker of the Lok Sabha is under consideration
  1. He/She shall not preside.
  2. He/She shall not have the right to speak.
  3. He/She shall not be entitled to vote on the resolution in the first instance.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only
  2. 1 and 2 only
  3. 2 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2 and 3


2. With reference to Union Budget, consider the following statements:
  1. The Union Finance Minister on behalf of the Prime Minister lays the Annual Financial Statement before both the Houses of Parliament.
  2. At the Union level, no demand for a grant can be made except on the recommendation of the President of India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2


3. Who was the Provisional President of the Constituent Assembly before Dr. Rajendra Prasad took over?
  1. C. Rajagopalachari
  2. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
  3. T.T. Krishnamachari
  4. Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha


4. As per Article 368 of the Constitution of India, the Parliament may amend any provision of the Constitution by way of
  1. Addition
  2. Variation
  3. Repeal

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

  1. 1 and 2 only
  2. 2 and 3 only
  3. 1 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2 and 3


5. With reference to the Indian Parliament, consider the following statements:
  1. A bill pending in the Lok Sabha lapses on its dissolution.
  2. A bill passed by the Lok Sabha and pending in the Rajya Sabha lapses on the dissolution of the Lok Sabha.
  3. A bill in regard to which the President of India notified his/her intention to summon the Houses to a joint sitting lapses on the dissolution of the Lok Sabha.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only
  2. 1 and 2
  3. 2 and 3
  4. 3 only


6. With reference to the Parliament of India, consider the following statements:
  1. Prorogation of a House by the President of India does not require the advice of the Council of Ministers.
  2. Prorogation of a House is generally done after the House is adjourned sine die but there is no bar to the President of India prorogating the House which is in session.
  3. Dissolution of the Lok Sabha is done by the President of India who, save in exceptional circumstances, does so on the advice of the Council of Ministers.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only
  2. 1 and 2
  3. 2 and 3
  4. 3 only


7. Consider the following statements:
  1. It is the governer of state who recognizes and declares any community of that State as a Scheduled Tribe.
  2. A community declared as a Scheduled Tribe in a State need not be so in another state.

Which of the following statements given is/are correct?

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2


8. Which of the following statements are correct in respect of a Money Bill in the Parliament?
  1. Article 109 mentions special procedure in respect of Money Bills.
  2. A Money Bill shall not be introduced in the Council of States.
  3. The Rajya Sabha can either approve the Bill or suggest changes but cannot reject it.
  4. Amendments to a Money Bill suggested by the Rajya Sabha have to be accepted by the Lok Sabha.

Select the answer using the code given below:

  1. 1 and 2 only
  2. 2 and 3 only
  3. 1, 2 and 3
  4. 1, 3 and 4


9. The Northern Eastern Council (NEC) was established by the North Eastern Council Act, 1971. Subsequent to the amendment of NEC Act in 2002, the council comprises which of the following members?
  1. Governor of the Constituent State
  2. Chief Minister of the Constituent State
  3. Three Members to be nominated by the President of India
  4. The Home Minister of India

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

  1. 1, 2 and 3
  2. 3 and 4
  3. 2 and 4
  4. 1, 2, 3 and 4


10. How many Delimitation Commissions have been constituted by the Government of India till December 2023?
  1. One
  2. Two
  3. Three
  4. Four


11. The Constitution (71th Amendment) Act, 1992 amends the Eight Schedule to the Constitution to include which of the following languages?
  1. Konkani
  2. Manipuri
  3. Nepali
  4. Maithili

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

  1. 1, 2 and 3
  2. 1, 2 and 4
  3. 1, 3 and 4
  4. 2, 3 and 4


12. Which of the following statements are correct as per the Constitution of India?
  1. Inter-State trade and commerce is a State subject under the State List.
  2. Inter-State migration is a State subject under the State List.
  3. Inter-State quarantine is a Union subject under the Union List.
  4. Corporation tax is a State subject under the State List.


13. Under which of the following Articles of the Constitution of India, has the Supreme Court of India placed the Right to Privacy?
  1. Article 15
  2. Article 16
  3. Article 19
  4. Article 21


14. Which of the following statements about the Ethics Committee in the Lok Sabha are correct?
  1. Initially it was an ad-how Committee.
  2. Only a Member of the Lock Sabha can make a complaint relating to unethical conduct of a member of the Lok Sabha.
  3. This Committee cannot take up any matter which is sub-judice.

Select the answer using the code given below:

  1. 1 and 2 only
  2. 2 and 3 only
  3. 1 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2 and 3


15. Which of the following statements are correct about the Constitution of India?
  1. Powers of the Municipalities are given in Part IX A of the Constitution.
  2. Emergency provisions are given in Part XVIII of the Constitution.
  3. Provisions related to the amendment of the Constitution are given in Part XX of the Constitution.

Select the answer using the code given below:

  1. 1 and 2 only
  2. 2 and 3 only
  3. 1 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2 and 3


16. A Writ of Prohibition is an order issued by the Supreme Court or High Courts to:
  1. a government officer prohibiting him from taking a particular action.
  2. the Parliament/Legislative Assembly to pass a law on Prohibition.
  3. the lower prohibiting continuation of proceedings in a case.
  4. the Government prohibiting it from following an unconstitutional policy.


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