Constitutional and Statutory Bodies in India

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Constitutional and Statutory Bodies in India: Overview

In this topic, we will be provided a brief description of statutory bodies that are established by an act of parliament. It highlights the constitutional bodies that are mentioned in the constitution. It also provides a list of constitutional and non- constitutional bodies of India.

Important Questions on Constitutional and Statutory Bodies in India

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Which of the following is a State party as of February 2021?

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Who among the following was elected as the President of the Veterinary Council of India in Januray 2021?

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In which of the following years was the Planning Commission of India set up?

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Which of the following Articles of the Constitution of India provides for the creation of a GST Council?

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What is the maximum tenure of the director of the Central Bureau of Investigation?

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Who is in charge of appointing the head of the Central Bureau of Investigation?

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Which committee recommended to establish the Central Bureau of Investigation?

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In which of the following year was the Central Bureau of Investigation formed originally?

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The Collegium for the appointment of Judges of Supreme Court is headed by the _____of India.

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Which Commission was appointed by the central government to examine issues related to Centre-State
relations?

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In the election process of India, 'The Model Code of Conduct' comes into force from _____.

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In which city is the head office of the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) situated?

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The Finance Commission is constituted by the President at the expiration of every _____ year.

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Who was the Chairman of the Second Backward Classes Commission?

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What allows the government to meet the expenses of administration until the new parliament passes the Budget for the whole year?

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The Election Commission celebrated its golden jubilee in the year _______

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Which of the following is NOT a national political party?

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Which of the following statements regarding the Election Commission of India are correct?
1. Election Commission is an all-India body, and it conducts all the elections in India.
2. The appointment of election commissioners and regional commissioners is made by the president of India, and he can remove them at his will.
3. The constitution debars retiring Election Commissioners from further appointment by the government to maintain the independence of the commission.
4. Constitution hasn’t specified the term of service of the members of the Election Commission.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

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The Election Commission is established under the --

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Consider the following statements:

1. The Election Commission of India is a five-member body.

2. Union Ministry of Home Affairs decides the election schedule for the conduct of both general elections and bye-elections.

3. Election Commission resolves the disputes relating to splits/mergers of recognised political parties.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?