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TAMIL NADU STATE BOARD CLASS 12 POLITICAL SCIENCE 2023

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Q1 mcq 1 mark
The Indian Constituent Assembly debate was held between :
a.
9th December 1946 to 24th January 1950 Correct Answer
b.
9th August 1946 to 24th January 1950
c.
15th August 1945 to 10th March 1950
d.
10th December 1945 to 10th March 1950
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The Constituent Assembly of India held its first meeting on 9th December 1946 and the final session occurred on 24th January 1950, when members signed the Constitution. Options B, C, and D provide incorrect dates.
Q2 mcq 1 mark
Based on the principle of one person one vote, persons who complete the age of __________ years are entitled to vote in the elections.
a.
25
b.
18 Correct Answer
c.
30
d.
21
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According to Article 326 of the Indian Constitution, the elections to the Lok Sabha and to the Legislative Assemblies of States are on the basis of adult suffrage, which is defined as 18 years of age. 25, 30, and 21 are incorrect as they do not align with the constitutional voting age.
Q3 mcq 1 mark
The ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha is :
a.
The Prime Minister of India
b.
The President of India
c.
The Speaker of Lok Sabha
d.
The Vice-President of India Correct Answer
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Under Article 64 and Article 89 of the Indian Constitution, the Vice-President of India is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha. The Prime Minister, President, and Speaker of the Lok Sabha do not hold this specific constitutional office.
Q4 mcq 1 mark
The Governor of a State is appointed by __________.
a.
The Chief Justice of Supreme Court
b.
The Prime Minister
c.
Vice President
d.
The President Correct Answer
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According to Article 155 of the Indian Constitution, the Governor of a State is appointed by the President of India by warrant under his hand and seal. The Prime Minister, Chief Justice, and Vice President do not have the constitutional authority to appoint the Governor.
Q5 mcq 1 mark
The President nominates the members of Rajya Sabha from amongst persons who :
a.
have rendered meritorious service to the country.
b.
have taken part in India’s Freedom Struggle.
c.
have distinguished themselves in fine arts, literature, social service, etc. Correct Answer
d.
have retired from active politics.
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Article 80 of the Constitution provides that the President nominates 12 members to the Rajya Sabha from persons having special knowledge or practical experience in literature, science, art, and social service. Options A, B, and D are not criteria for nomination.
Q6 mcq 1 mark
The oath of office to the President is administered by :
a.
The Speaker of Lok Sabha
b.
The Chief Justice of India Correct Answer
c.
The Chief Justice of High Court
d.
The Prime Minister
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According to Article 60, the President takes an oath or affirmation before entering the office, which is administered by the Chief Justice of India, or in his absence, the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court available. The other individuals listed do not have the constitutional mandate to administer this oath.
Q7 mcq 1 mark
The Federal Court was inaugurated in the year :
a.
1935
b.
1937 Correct Answer
c.
1932
d.
1936
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The Federal Court of India was established under the Government of India Act 1935 and was inaugurated on 1st October 1937. While the Act was passed in 1935, the inauguration happened in 1937.
Q8 mcq 1 mark
The Article which empowers the High Courts to issue writs :
a.
Article 228
b.
Article 226 Correct Answer
c.
Article 229
d.
Article 227
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Article 226 of the Indian Constitution grants the High Courts the power to issue certain writs (such as Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Quo Warranto, and Certiorari) for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights or for any other purpose. Articles 227, 228, and 229 deal with other administrative and judicial powers of the High Court but are not the specific articles for issuing writs.
Q9 mcq 1 mark
Who described Indian Constitution as “Co-operative Federalism” ?
a.
Jawaharlal Nehru
b.
Granville Austin Correct Answer
c.
Wheare
d.
Dr. Ambedkar
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Granville Austin, a famous constitutional expert, described the Indian Constitution as 'Co-operative Federalism' because it emphasizes the partnership and cooperation between the Centre and the States.
Q10 mcq 1 mark
The person who ended his life by observing fast in Gandhiyan way :
a.
Sankarlinganar Correct Answer
b.
Jeevanandham
c.
Subramaniam
d.
Sivagnanam
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Sankarlinganar was a Gandhian activist who undertook a fast unto death demanding that the name 'Madras State' be changed to 'Tamil Nadu', eventually sacrificing his life for the cause.
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Q11 mcq 1 mark
Find the odd one out.
a.
Indian Economic Service
b.
Indian Police Service
c.
Indian Forest Service
d.
Indian Administrative Service
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Q12 mcq 1 mark
The establishment of the Union Public Service Commission has been :
a.
Determined by the President
b.
Laid down in the Constitution
c.
Determined by the Union Home Ministry
d.
Determined by the Parliament
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Q13 mcq 1 mark
The Madras Presidency was created by :
a.
Lord Ripon
b.
Lord Curzon
c.
Lord Mountbatten
d.
Lord Wellesley
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Q14 mcq
Match the following. (1)Planning Commission (i)Narendra Modi (2)NITI Aayog (ii)M.S. Swaminathan (3)Green Revolution (iii)Verghese Kurian (4)White Revolution (iv)Jawaharlal Nehru
a.
(1)-(iii), (2)-(ii), (3)-(i), (4)-(iv)
b.
(1)-(ii), (2)-(i), (3)-(iv), (4)-(iii)
c.
(1)-(i), (2)-(iv), (3)-(ii), (4)-(iii)
d.
(1)-(iv), (2)-(i), (3)-(ii), (4)-(iii)
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Q15 mcq
A war was fought between which two countries in 1971 ?
a.
China - Russia
b.
India - China
c.
India - Pakistan
d.
Russia - Pakistan
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Q16 mcq
Panchsheel principle was agreed between __________.
a.
India - Sri Lanka
b.
India - China
c.
India - Bangladesh
d.
India - Pakistan
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Q17 mcq
“Look East Policy” was established in the year :
a.
1991
b.
1989
c.
1992
d.
1990
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Q18 mcq
Simla Agreement was signed by :
a.
Lalbahadur Shastri
b.
Indira Gandhi
c.
V.P. Singh
d.
Jawaharlal Nehru
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Q19 mcq
The 1938 Munich Conference agreed to the dismantling of __________.
a.
Austria
b.
Yugoslavia
c.
Poland
d.
Czechoslovakia
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Q20 mcq
The report themed “The Future We Want” deals with ________.
a.
Rio + 20
b.
Rio + 18
c.
Rio + 21
d.
Rio + 19
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Q21 short answer
Write about the Public Accounts Committee.
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Q22 short answer
What are the conditions to call for joint session ?
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What are the types of Amendments ?
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What are the aims of Personnel Administration ?
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Write a note on mixed economy.
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Mention about Non-Alignment Movement.
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Write a note on Farakka Barrage issue.
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Write short note on Trusteeship Council.
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What is Globalisation ?
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What are the essential qualifications to be elected as the President of India ?
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Write a short note on Indian Citizenship.
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Define Money Bill.
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Q33 short answer
Write a brief note on the appointment, term of office and position of the Governor in the State.
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Write a short note on Lok Adalat.
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Provide a detailed account on Venkatachaliah Commission.
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Write about the struggle for renaming Madras State into Tamil Nadu.
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Write the composition of the NITI Aayog.
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Q39 short answer
Write about the Tamil Diaspora across the world.
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Give a detailed account of the sources of Indian Constitution.
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Elucidate the salient features of Indian Constitution.
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Examine the origin and role of the United Nations.
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What are the functions and powers of the President ?
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Q45 long answer
Trace the evolution of Environmental Movements in India.
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Discuss the organizational power and functions of Supreme Court of India.
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Describe the salient features of Sarkaria Commission Recommendations.
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Identify five major challenges in the process of Nation building in India.
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Evaluate Indian-American relations in the 21st Century.
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Write any five political moves of Indian Government.
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