Union Executive – Polity Questions Asked in SSC & Railway Exams (PYQs with Answers)

SSC Stenographer 2026 – 15 September 2026 Shift 1 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q1. Who, as of July 2025, is India's Minister of External Affairs?

(a) S. Jaishankar
(b) Amit Shah
(c) Piyush Goyal
(d) Smriti Irani

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) S. Jaishankar

Answer: Option 1 — S. Jaishankar
Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar has been Minister of External Affairs since 30 May 2019 and was retained in the portfolio when the third Modi government took office on 9 June 2024.
Amit Shah is Home Minister, Piyush Goyal is Commerce and Industry Minister, and Smriti Irani left the Council of Ministers after losing Amethi in 2024.
Revision note — S. Jaishankar and the MEA
• A 1977-batch IFS officer; Foreign Secretary (January 2015 – January 2018), earlier Ambassador to the USA (2013–15) and to China (2009–13) — India's longest-serving envoy in Beijing.
• The first former Foreign Secretary to become External Affairs Minister; Rajya Sabha member from Gujarat since 2019, re-elected in 2023. Padma Shri (2019).
• Books: The India Way: Strategies for an Uncertain World (2020) and Why Bharat Matters (2024).
• Ministers of State in the MEA (June 2024): Kirti Vardhan Singh and Pabitra Margherita. Foreign Secretary: Vikram Misri (since 15 July 2024).
• Other key portfolios (Modi 3.0): Home – Amit Shah, Defence – Rajnath Singh, Finance – Nirmala Sitharaman, Commerce – Piyush Goyal, Railways/I&B – Ashwini Vaishnaw.
• Jawaharlal Nehru held the External Affairs portfolio himself as PM (1947–64); Sushma Swaraj (2014–19) was Jaishankar's predecessor.
Do not mix these up
• Foreign Secretary vs External Affairs Minister — the Foreign Secretary is the senior-most IFS civil servant (Vikram Misri); the Minister is the political head (Jaishankar).
• S. Jaishankar vs Jaishankar Prasad — the minister is the diplomat; Jaishankar Prasad was the Hindi poet of Kamayani.
Also asked from this topic: S. Jaishankar's Rajya Sabha state (Gujarat); the author of Why Bharat Matters (S. Jaishankar); the Australian city where he opened a consulate in Nov 2024 (Brisbane).

SSC Stenographer 2026 – 12 September 2026 Shift 1 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q2. Which Article provides for a Council of Ministers to aid and advise the President?

(a) Article 64
(b) Article 68
(c) Article 71
(d) Article 74

Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Article 74

Answer: Option 4 — Article 74
Article 74(1) says there shall be a Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister at the head to aid and advise the President, who shall act in accordance with that advice.
The other three Articles concern the Vice-President and elections, not the ministers.
Revision note — The Union Council of Ministers (Articles 74-78)
• Article 74: Council of Ministers to aid and advise the President.
• The 42nd Amendment (1976) made the advice binding; the 44th Amendment (1978) let the President send it back once for reconsideration.
• Article 74(2): the advice tendered by ministers cannot be inquired into by any court.
• Article 75: the Prime Minister is appointed by the President and the other ministers on the PM's advice; ministers hold office during the pleasure of the President.
• Article 75(1A), added by the 91st Amendment (2003), caps the Council of Ministers at 15 per cent of the strength of the Lok Sabha.
• Article 75(3) makes the Council collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha; 75(5) gives a non-member minister six months to enter Parliament.
• Article 76: Attorney General of India. Article 77: conduct of business of the Government of India. Article 78: duties of the Prime Minister to furnish information to the President.
• Article 64 — the Vice-President is ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha; Article 68 — time of holding the election to the Vice-President's office.
• Article 71 — matters relating to, or connected with, the election of the President and Vice-President; disputes go to the Supreme Court.
Do not mix these up
• Article 74 vs Article 75 — 74 creates the Council and makes its advice binding; 75 deals with appointment, tenure, size, oath and collective responsibility of the ministers.
• Article 74 vs Article 163 — 74 is the Council of Ministers advising the President; 163 is the State Council of Ministers advising the Governor.
Also asked from this topic: the clause that bars courts from inquiring into ministerial advice (Article 74(2)); the House to which the Council is collectively responsible (Lok Sabha, Article 75(3)).

SSC Stenographer 2026 – 12 September 2026 Shift 1 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q3. The conduct of business of the Government of India comes under:

(a) Article 74
(b) Article 75
(c) Article 77
(d) Article 78

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Article 77

Answer: Option 3 — Article 77
Article 77 is titled 'Conduct of business of the Government of India'.
It provides that all executive action of the Union is expressed to be taken in the name of the President, and lets the President make rules for the transaction and allocation of that business among ministers.
Revision note — Article 77 and its neighbours
• Article 77(1): all executive action of the Government of India shall be expressed to be taken in the name of the President.
• Article 77(2): orders and instruments made in the President's name are authenticated as the rules lay down.
• Once authenticated, their validity cannot be questioned on the ground that they were not made by the President personally.
• Article 77(3): the President makes rules for the more convenient transaction of business and its allocation among ministers.
• The Allocation of Business Rules, 1961 and the Transaction of Business Rules, 1961 are framed under this clause.
• Article 166 is the identical provision for the States, where executive action is expressed in the name of the Governor.
• Article 74: Council of Ministers to aid and advise the President. Article 75: appointment, tenure and responsibility of ministers.
• Article 78: the Prime Minister's duty to communicate Council decisions and furnish information to the President.
• Article 76 (Attorney General) sits between them; Article 73 sets the extent of the Union's executive power.
Do not mix these up
• Article 77 vs Article 78 — 77 is the conduct of government business in the President's name; 78 is the Prime Minister's personal duty to keep the President informed.
• Article 77 vs Article 166 — the same rule at the Union (President) and State (Governor) level respectively.
Also asked from this topic: the subject of Article 77 (conduct of business of the Government of India); in whose name Union executive action is taken (the President).

SSC Stenographer 2026 – 10 September 2026 Shift 2 · Attorney General and Solicitor General

Q4. The Attorney-General of India has the right of audience in:

(a) The Supreme Court
(b) The High Courts
(c) All courts in India
(d) Constitutional courts

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) All courts in India

Answer: Option 3 — All courts in India
Article 76(3) gives the Attorney-General the right of audience in all courts in the territory of India — not merely the Supreme Court or the High Courts.
Revision note — Attorney-General of India (Article 76)
• The Attorney-General is the first law officer and chief legal adviser of the Government of India, appointed by the President from persons qualified to be a judge of the Supreme Court.
• No term is fixed by the Constitution; under Article 76(4) he holds office during the pleasure of the President, and his remuneration is fixed by the President.
• Under Article 88 he may speak in and take part in the proceedings of both Houses, any joint sitting and any parliamentary committee he is named to — but he has no right to vote.
• He is not a full-time government servant and may keep private practice, but must not advise against the Government of India.
• He also may not defend an accused in a criminal prosecution, or accept a company directorship, without the government's permission.
• M. C. Setalvad was the first and longest-serving Attorney-General; R. Venkataramani became the 16th Attorney-General in October 2022.
• He is assisted by the Solicitor General and the Additional Solicitors General, who are not constitutional posts, and he is not a member of the Union Cabinet.
Do not mix these up
• Attorney-General vs Advocate General — the AG is the Union's law officer under Article 76, heard in all courts of India; the Advocate General serves a state under Article 165.
• Attorney-General vs Solicitor General — the AG's office is created by the Constitution; the Solicitor General is only a statutory and governmental appointment.
Also asked from this topic: the Article providing for the Attorney-General (Article 76); who appoints him (the President); his tenure (not fixed); the 16th Attorney-General (R. Venkataramani).

SSC Stenographer 2026 – 9 September 2026 Shift 2 · Lists of Presidents, Vice-Presidents and Prime Ministers

Q5. Who is the Prime Minister of India as of July 2025?

(a) Rahul Gandhi
(b) Droupadi Murmu
(c) Amit Shah
(d) Narendra Modi

Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Narendra Modi

Answer: Option 4 — Narendra Modi
Narendra Modi first took office on 26 May 2014 and was sworn in for a third consecutive term on 9 June 2024, so he is the Prime Minister as of July 2025.
Droupadi Murmu is the President, and Amit Shah is the Union Home Minister.
Revision note — The Prime Minister of India
• Article 75 — the Prime Minister is appointed by the President, and the other ministers are appointed by the President on the Prime Minister's advice.
• By convention the President appoints the leader of the majority party or coalition in the Lok Sabha.
• The Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha under Article 75(3).
• Jawaharlal Nehru was the first and longest-serving Prime Minister (1947–1964); Indira Gandhi the first woman; Morarji Desai the first non-Congress Prime Minister.
• Atal Bihari Vajpayee first became Prime Minister on 16 May 1996 for only 13 days, returning in 1998 and 1999; P. V. Narasimha Rao held office from 1991 to 1996.
• The Prime Minister chairs NITI Aayog, the Inter-State Council, the Nuclear Command Authority and the Cabinet Committee on Security.
• The 91st Amendment, 2003 caps the Council of Ministers at 15 per cent of the strength of the Lok Sabha.
Do not mix these up
• President vs Prime Minister — the President is the nominal head of state (Article 52) holding the Union's executive power (Article 53); the Prime Minister heads the real executive.
• Head of state vs head of government — India's head of state is the President; the head of government is the Prime Minister.
Also asked from this topic: who appoints the Prime Minister (the President, Article 75); who was Prime Minister from 1991 to 1996 (P. V. Narasimha Rao); who chairs the Inter-State Council (the PM).

SSC Stenographer 2026 – 9 September 2026 Shift 2 · Lists of Presidents, Vice-Presidents and Prime Ministers

Q6. Who serves as the President of India as of July 2025?

(a) Droupadi Murmu
(b) Ram Nath Kovind
(c) Pratibha Patil
(d) Venkaiah Naidu

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Droupadi Murmu

Answer: Option 1 — Droupadi Murmu
Droupadi Murmu took the oath as the 15th President of India on 25 July 2022 for a five-year term, so she held the office in July 2025.
Revision note — The President of India
• Droupadi Murmu is the second woman President, after Pratibha Patil (2007–2012), and the first tribal President; she is a Santhal from Odisha and was earlier Governor of Jharkhand.
• The President is elected under Article 54 by an electoral college of the elected members of both Houses and the elected MLAs of the states, Delhi and Puducherry.
• The method is proportional representation with a single transferable vote, by secret ballot.
• Qualifications under Article 58 — citizen of India, at least 35 years old, qualified for election to the Lok Sabha; the security deposit is ₹15,000.
• The term is five years (Article 56). The oath under Article 60 is administered by the Chief Justice of India and binds the President to preserve, protect and defend the Constitution.
• The President resigns in writing to the Vice-President and can be removed only by impeachment under Article 61, for violation of the Constitution, by a two-thirds majority of each House.
• Dr Rajendra Prasad was the first President and the only one to serve two full terms; Dr Zakir Husain was the first to die in office.
Do not mix these up
• Article 56 vs Article 58 — 56 fixes the five-year term, 58 lists the qualifications.
• Resignation vs impeachment — the President resigns to the Vice-President, but is removed only by impeachment in Parliament.
Also asked from this topic: the minimum age to contest the presidential election (35 years); the method by which the President is elected (an electoral college); the duty sworn under the Article 60 oath (to preserve, protect and defend the Constitution).

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 20 June 2026 Shift 1 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q7. Which Article prohibits judicial inquiry into ministerial advice tendered to President during constitutional functioning?

(a) Article 72
(b) Article 76
(c) Article 78
(d) Article 74

Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Article 74

Topic: Constitutional Provisions - President & Council of Ministers
Article 74deals with Council of Ministers to aid and advise President.
Article 74(2)specifically states that the question whether any advice was tendered by Ministers to President shall not be inquired into in any court.
This provision protects the confidentiality of ministerial advice and prevents judicial review of such advice.
Other Articles: Art 72 (Pardoning power), Art 76 (Attorney General), Art 78 (Duties of PM).
Answer: Option 4 → Article 74

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 19 June 2026 Shift 1 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q8. Which Amendment limited the Council of Ministers size to fifteen percent of total Lok Sabha strength?

(a) 42nd Amendment
(b) 86th Amendment
(c) 99th Amendment
(d) 91st Amendment

Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 91st Amendment

91st Constitutional Amendment Act, 2003
Key Provision:
Limited the size of Council of Ministers to15% of total strengthof Lok Sabha.
Additional Feature:
Also applied to State Legislative Assemblies.
Minimum size:12 ministers(even if 15% is less).
Answer: Option 4 → 91st Amendment

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 18 June 2026 Shift 3 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q9. The President may return a non-money bill to Parliament for reconsideration for how many times?

(a) Once only
(b) Any number of times
(c) Twice
(d) Never

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Once only

Topic: Presidential Powers - Article 111
When a non-money bill is presented to the President:
President has 3 options:
1. Give assent to the bill
2. Withhold assent
3. Return the bill for reconsideration (with a message)
Key Point:
President can return a non-money billonly once.
If Parliament passes it again (with or without amendments),
Presidentmust give assent- cannot return again.
Answer: Option 1 → Once only

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 18 June 2026 Shift 3 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q10. Which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India provides the President with the power to grant pardons, reprieves or remissions?

(a) Article 75
(b) Article 72
(c) Article 74
(d) Article 71

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Article 72

Topic: Presidential Powers - Pardoning Power
Article 72grants the President power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, remissions of punishment or to suspend, remit or commute sentences.
This power applies to cases involving:
• Punishment by court-martial
• Offences against Union laws
• Death sentences
Article 74 → Council of Ministers to aid President
Article 75 → Appointment of Prime Minister and Ministers
Article 71 → Disputes regarding Presidential election
Answer: Option 2 → Article 72

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 17 June 2026 Shift 3 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q11. Under which article can the president summon, prorogue, or dissolve either house of Parliament?

(a) Article 79
(b) Article 108
(c) Article 87
(d) Article 85

Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Article 85

Topic: Presidential Powers over Parliament
Article 85deals with sessions of Parliament.
President's Powers under Article 85:
• Summon each House of Parliament
• Prorogue the Houses
• Dissolve the Lok Sabha
Maximum gap between two sessions: 6 months
Other Articles:
Article 79 → Constitution of Parliament
Article 87 → President's Address
Answer: Option 4 → Article 85

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 16 June 2026 Shift 2 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q12. In 2022, the President pardoned a woman jailed for a minor crime. Which Article of the Indian Constitution allows the President to grant pardons?

(a) Article 72
(b) Article 74
(c) Article 53
(d) Article 75

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Article 72

Topic: Presidential Powers - Pardoning Authority
Article 72grants the President power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, or remissions of punishment.
This power applies to:
• Punishment by court-martial
• Offences against Union laws
• Death sentences (exclusive power)
Other Articles:
Article 74 → Council of Ministers to aid President
Article 53 → Executive power of Union
Article 75 → Appointment of Prime Minister
Answer: Option 1 → Article 72

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 15 June 2026 Shift 1 · Attorney General and Solicitor General

Q13. Which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India has a specific mention for the appointment of the Attorney General of India?

(a) Article 76
(b) Article 211
(c) Article 165
(d) Article 240

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Article 76

Topic: Constitutional Provisions - Law Officers
Article 76- Attorney General of India
Appointed by President, highest law officer of India
Advises Government on legal matters
Article 165- Advocate General of State
Article 211- Restriction on discussion in Legislature
Article 240- Power to make regulations for UTs
Answer: Option 1 → Article 76

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 15 June 2026 Shift 2 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q14. The President of India’s “pocket veto” refers to:

(a) vetoing a law secretly
(b) keeping a bill pending indefinitely
(c) refusing to sign the budget
(d) returning a bill for reconsideration

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) keeping a bill pending indefinitely

Pocket Veto of President
Article 111: President has 3 options when bill is presented:
1. Give assent
2. Withhold assent
3. Return for reconsideration (except Money Bill)
Pocket Veto:President neither gives assent nor returns the bill, keeping it pending indefinitely without any time limit.
This power is not explicitly mentioned but derived from constitutional interpretation.
Answer: Option 2 → keeping a bill pending indefinitely

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 14 June 2026 Shift 1 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q15. Which Article of the Indian constitution provides for Council of Ministers to aid and advise the President in the exercise of his powers?

(a) Article 74
(b) Article 84
(c) Article 64
(d) Article 94

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Article 74

Topic: Council of Ministers
Article 74of the Indian Constitution provides for a Council of Ministers with the Prime Minister at the head to aid and advise the President.
Key Point: The President shall act in accordance with such advice (42nd Amendment made it binding).
Other Articles:
Article 64 → Vice-President as ex-officio Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Article 84 → Qualifications for Parliament membership
Article 94 → Officers of Parliament (Speaker, Deputy Speaker)
Answer: Option 1 → Article 74

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 14 June 2026 Shift 3 · Prime Minister

Q16. Who among the following is the head of the Union Council of Ministers?

(a) Prime Minister
(b) Union Home Minister
(c) President
(d) Attorney General of India

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Prime Minister

Topic: Union Council of Ministers
Constitutional Provision:Article 74 and Article 75
ThePrime Ministeris the head of the Union Council of Ministers.
The Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha.
President appoints the Prime Minister and other ministers on PM's advice.
Answer: Option 1 → Prime Minister

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 13 June 2026 Shift 2 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q17. Which of the following executive powers is exercised by the President of India?

(a) Conducting elections to Parliament
(b) Appointing the Prime Minister and, on his advice, other Union Ministers
(c) Deciding the tenure of the Governors
(d) Appointing judges of High Courts and framing the rules of procedure of the Supreme Court

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Appointing the Prime Minister and, on his advice, other Union Ministers

Executive Powers of President (Article 53, 75, 78)
Option 1:Elections conducted by Election Commission (Article 324), not President
Option 2:President appoints PM (leader of majority party) and other Ministers on PM's advice ✓
Option 3:Governor's tenure fixed at 5 years (Article 156), not decided by President
Option 4:President appoints HC judges but SC rules framed by CJI with President's approval
Answer: Option 2 → Appointing the Prime Minister and, on his advice, other Union Ministers

SSC GD 2026 – 31 May 2026 Shift 3 · Attorney General and Solicitor General

Q18. What is the tenure of the Attorney General of India?

(a) 3 years
(b) 5 years
(c) Until age 65
(d) Not fixed by the Constitution

Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Not fixed by the Constitution

Correct Answer: Not fixed by the Constitution (Option 4)
The Attorney General of India (AG) is appointed by the President of India under Article 76 of the Constitution. The Constitution does NOT prescribe a fixed tenure for the AG. The AG holds office during the pleasure of the President — meaning they can be removed at any time by the President, or they may resign at will. In practice, the AG's term generally coincides with the tenure of the government that appointed them.
Why others are wrong:
- 3 years: No such fixed term exists in the Constitution for the AG.
- 5 years: This is the tenure of the President or Vice President, not the AG.
- Until age 65: This retirement age applies to Supreme Court judges, not the AG.

SSC GD 2026 – 29 May 2026 Shift 1 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q19. Article 53 of the Indian Constitution is related with _____.

(a) Term of office of President
(b) Executive power of the Union
(c) Qualifications for election as President
(d) Election of President

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Executive power of the Union

Correct Answer: Executive power of the Union — Option (b)
Article 53 of the Indian Constitution deals with the 'Executive power of the Union.' About Article 53: Title: Executive power of the Union; Part: Part V — The Union; Chapter I — The Executive; Content: The executive power of the Union shall be vested in the President and shall be exercised by him either directly or through officers subordinate to him in accordance with this Constitution; The supreme command of the Defence Forces of the Union shall be vested in the President, and the exercise thereof shall be regulated by law; Key points: The President is the nominal/constitutional head of the Union executive; In practice, the President acts on the advice of the Council of Ministers (Article 74); Article 53 establishes the President as the repository of executive power; The military is also under the President as Supreme Commander; Parliamentary context — key Articles around Article 53: Article 52: The President of India; Article 53: Executive power of the Union (vested in President); Article 54: Election of President; Article 55: Manner of election of President; Article 56: Term of office of President; Article 57: Eligibility for re-election; Article 58: Qualifications for election as President; Article 60: Oath or affirmation by the President; Article 61: Procedure for impeachment of the President; State-level equivalent: Article 154: Executive power of the State (vested in Governor); Article 166: Conduct of business of the State Government.
Option (a) Term of office of President — Incorrect: The term of office of the President is covered under Article 56 (NOT Article 53); Article 56 states that the President shall hold office for a term of 5 years from the date on which he enters upon his office; Article 53 specifically deals with the vesting of Executive power of the Union in the President.
Option (c) Qualifications for election as President — Incorrect: Qualifications for election as President are covered under Article 58 (NOT Article 53); Article 58 specifies that a person must be a citizen of India, have completed 35 years of age, and be qualified for election as a member of Lok Sabha; Article 53 deals with Executive power of the Union.
Option (d) Election of President — Incorrect: The election of the President is covered under Article 54 and 55 (NOT Article 53); Article 54 provides for election of President by an Electoral College; Article 55 specifies the manner of election; Article 53 specifically deals with the vesting of Executive power of the Union in the President.

SSC GD 2026 – 29 May 2026 Shift 2 · President - impeachment and succession

Q20. Election to fill a vacancy in the office of the President arising from death, resignation, or removal shall be held as soon as possible and in no case later than _____ months from the date of vacancy.

(a) 2
(b) 6
(c) 4
(d) 8

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 6

Correct Answer: 6 months — Option (b)
An election to fill a vacancy in the office of the President must be held within 6 months from the date of vacancy. About Article 62: Title: Time of holding election to fill vacancy in the office of President; Part V, Chapter I of the Constitution (The Executive — The President and Vice-President); Content of Article 62: (1) An election to fill a vacancy caused by the expiration of the term of office of President shall be completed before the expiration of the term; (2) An election to fill a vacancy in the office of President occurring by reason of his death, resignation, or removal, or otherwise shall be held as soon as possible after the occurrence of the vacancy, and in no case later than SIX MONTHS from the date of occurrence of the vacancy; The person elected shall be entitled to hold office for the full term of 5 years from the date he enters upon his office; About the 6-month period: This ensures continuity in governance; In the interim, the Vice-President acts as President (Article 65); If the VP position is also vacant, the Chief Justice of India acts as President; Historical context: India has had 15 Presidents so far; Transitions have always been smooth; The 6-month provision prevents prolonged vacancies; Contrast with other constitutional time limits: Vice President's election after vacancy: As soon as possible, no specific limit (Article 68); Vacancy in Lok Sabha seat: By-election within 6 months (Section 151A, RPA 1951); Rajya Sabha vacancy: By-election within 6 months; State Legislature vacancy: By-election within 6 months.
Option (a) 2 months — Incorrect: The Constitution does NOT specify a 2-month deadline to fill a vacancy in the office of President; Article 62(2) specifies that the election must be held no later than SIX MONTHS from the date of vacancy; 2 months is too short a period to organize a Presidential election involving the Electoral College (elected members of both Houses of Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies).
Option (c) 4 months — Incorrect: The Constitution does NOT specify a 4-month deadline for this purpose; Article 62(2) of the Indian Constitution clearly states that the election to fill a vacancy in the office of President shall be held in no case later than SIX MONTHS from the date of vacancy; 4 months is incorrect.
Option (d) 8 months — Incorrect: The Constitution does NOT allow up to 8 months to fill a vacancy in the office of President; Article 62(2) specifies a maximum of SIX MONTHS from the date of vacancy; 8 months would mean an unnecessarily prolonged period without a proper President; the correct constitutional provision is 6 months.

SSC GD 2026 – 26 May 2026 Shift 1 · President - impeachment and succession

Q21. When both the President and Vice President posts are vacant, who acts as the President of India?

(a) Governor of any state
(b) Chief Justice of India
(c) Attorney General
(d) Prime Minister

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Chief Justice of India

Correct Answer: Chief Justice of India — Option (b)
When both the President and Vice President posts are vacant simultaneously, the Chief Justice of India (CJI) acts as the President of India. Constitutional provisions for President's vacancy: Normal vacancy (President absent/ill): Vice President acts as President (Article 65(1)); Both President and Vice President absent/ill: No specific provision — but convention and practice established CJI's role; Both posts vacant: The Chief Justice of India (or the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court) acts as the President under provisions of the Presidential and Vice-Presidential Elections Act; Historical example: Chief Justice M. Hidayatullah acted as President of India from July 20 to August 24, 1969, when President Varahagiri Venkata Giri resigned to contest elections and Vice President vacant; About the order of succession: President → Vice President (Article 65) → Chief Justice of India (if both unavailable/vacant); The CJI takes oath as President/Acting President administered by the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court; The CJI exercises all powers and functions of the President during this period; About other options: Governor of a state: Governors act as heads of states; they have no role in Presidential succession at the national level; Attorney General: The Attorney General is the highest law officer of India (not a constitutional/executive position in succession); Prime Minister: The PM is the head of government but NOT in the line of Presidential succession; constitutionally, the President's functions pass to the Vice President, then CJI.
Option (a) Governor of any state — Incorrect: State Governors act as constitutional heads of their respective states — they are not in the line of succession for the Presidency of India; when both the President and Vice President are absent/posts vacant, the Chief Justice of India acts as President.
Option (c) Attorney General — Incorrect: The Attorney General of India is the government's chief legal adviser and has the right of audience in all courts in India — this is a legal/advisory role and NOT a constitutional succession position; the CJI acts as President when both Presidential and VP posts are vacant.
Option (d) Prime Minister — Incorrect: The Prime Minister is the head of government (executive power) but is NOT in the constitutional line of Presidential succession; the order is: President → Vice President → Chief Justice of India.

SSC GD 2026 – 21 May 2026 Shift 1 · Lists of Presidents, Vice-Presidents and Prime Ministers

Q22. Who served as the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007?

(a) Pratibha Patil
(b) Pranab Mukherjee
(c) A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
(d) Shankar Dayal Sharma

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

Correct Answer: A.P.J. Abdul Kalam — Option (c)
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam served as the 11th President of India from July 25, 2002 to July 25, 2007. Key facts about A.P.J. Abdul Kalam: Full name: Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam; Born: October 15, 1931 in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu; Died: July 27, 2015 in Shillong, Meghalaya (while delivering a lecture at IIM Shillong); Known as: 'People's President', 'Missile Man of India'; Before Presidency: He was a distinguished scientist and aerospace engineer; played a pivotal role in India's civilian space program (ISRO) and military missile development (DRDO); Chief architect of India's Pokhran-II nuclear tests (1998); Developed India's first satellite launch vehicle (SLV-3) and the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP); Awards: Padma Bhushan (1981), Padma Vibhushan (1990), Bharat Ratna (1997 — India's highest civilian honor); As President: He was the first scientist and bachelor to become India's President; known for his accessibility and connect with youth; authored several books including 'Wings of Fire', 'India 2020', and 'Ignited Minds'.
Option (a) Pratibha Patil — Incorrect: Pratibha Patil served as the 12th President of India (from 2007 to 2012) — she was India's first female President; A.P.J. Abdul Kalam was the 11th President (2002-2007). The candidate selected this incorrect option.
Option (b) Pranab Mukherjee — Incorrect: Pranab Mukherjee served as the 13th President of India (from 2012 to 2017); he previously held many senior Cabinet positions including Finance Minister and External Affairs Minister; the 11th President was A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
Option (d) Shankar Dayal Sharma — Incorrect: Shankar Dayal Sharma served as the 9th President of India (from 1992 to 1997); K.R. Narayanan was the 10th President (1997-2002); A.P.J. Abdul Kalam was the 11th President (2002-2007).

SSC GD 2026 – 21 May 2026 Shift 3 · Lists of Presidents, Vice-Presidents and Prime Ministers

Q23. Pratibha Devisingh Patil assumed office as India's _____ President on July 25, 2007.

(a) 8th
(b) 10th
(c) 12th
(d) 14th

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 12th

Correct Answer: 12th — Option (c)
Pratibha Devisingh Patil assumed office as India's 12th President on July 25, 2007. Key facts about Pratibha Patil: Full name: Pratibha Devisingh Patil; Born: December 19, 1934, in Jalgaon, Maharashtra; Historic significance: She was India's FIRST FEMALE PRESIDENT; Term: July 25, 2007 to July 25, 2012 (12th President); Career before Presidency: A veteran Congress politician from Maharashtra; served as Governor of Rajasthan (2004-2007) before becoming President; Political career: Was a member of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly for four terms; held various ministerial portfolios in Maharashtra state government; Election: Won the presidential election in 2007 against Bhairon Singh Shekhawat (BJP-backed candidate) by a large margin; Awards: Padma Vibhushan (posthumous-equivalent recognition); List of recent Presidents of India: 11th — A.P.J. Abdul Kalam (2002-2007), 12th — Pratibha Devisingh Patil (2007-2012), 13th — Pranab Mukherjee (2012-2017), 14th — Ram Nath Kovind (2017-2022), 15th — Droupadi Murmu (2022-present — also first tribal woman President).
Option (a) 8th — Incorrect: The 8th President of India was R. Venkataraman (1987-1992); Pratibha Patil was India's 12th President (2007-2012).
Option (b) 10th — Incorrect: The 10th President of India was K.R. Narayanan (1997-2002) — the first Dalit President of India; Pratibha Patil was the 12th President.
Option (d) 14th — Incorrect: The 14th President of India was Ram Nath Kovind (2017-2022); Pratibha Patil was the 12th President (2007-2012).

SSC GD 2026 – 19 May 2026 Shift 1 · President - election and qualifications

Q24. Who was the only person elected as President of India as an independent candidate?

(a) Zail Singh
(b) Neelam Sanjiva Reddy
(c) V. V. Giri
(d) Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) V. V. Giri

Correct Answer: V. V. Giri — Option (c)
Varahagiri Venkata Giri (V. V. Giri) was the only President of India elected as an independent candidate. In the 1969 Presidential election, the official Indian National Congress nominee was Neelam Sanjiva Reddy. However, Prime Minister Indira Gandhi broke from the party line and supported V. V. Giri (the then Acting President) as an independent candidate. V. V. Giri resigned as Acting President to contest the election and won a historic victory through the concept of 'conscience vote' — defeating the official Congress candidate. He served as the 4th President of India from 1969 to 1974.
Option (a) Zail Singh — Incorrect: Zail Singh was the 7th President of India (1982–1987), elected as the Congress party's official candidate, not as an independent.
Option (b) Neelam Sanjiva Reddy — Incorrect: Neelam Sanjiva Reddy was the official Congress nominee in 1969 (who lost to V. V. Giri) and later became the 6th President in 1977 as an unopposed candidate, not as an independent.
Option (d) Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed — Incorrect: Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed was the 5th President of India (1974–1977), elected as the Congress party's official candidate.

SSC GD 2026 – 9 May 2026 Shift 2 · President - impeachment and succession

Q25. How many members of Parliament are required to initiate impeachment proceedings against the President of India?

(a) 100 from Lok Sabha
(b) 50 from Rajya Sabha
(c) One-fourth of the total membership of either House
(d) Half of the total membership

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) One-fourth of the total membership of either House

Correct Answer: One-fourth of the total membership of either House — Option (c)
Under Article 61 of the Indian Constitution, the President of India can be impeached for violation of the Constitution. To initiate impeachment proceedings: A resolution to prefer charges against the President must be signed by not less than one-fourth (1/4) of the total membership of the House (either Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha). A 14-day advance notice must be given to the President before the resolution is moved. The resolution must be passed by a majority of not less than two-thirds (2/3) of the total membership of the House where it was introduced. It is then sent to the other House, which investigates the charges. If the other House also passes the resolution by 2/3 majority, the President stands impeached.
Option (a) 100 from Lok Sabha — Incorrect: The requirement is one-fourth of total membership of EITHER house (not a fixed number like 100 specifically from Lok Sabha).
Option (b) 50 from Rajya Sabha — Incorrect: The requirement is one-fourth of total membership of either House; 50 from Rajya Sabha alone is not the correct constitutional requirement.
Option (d) Half of the total membership — Incorrect: Half (1/2) of total membership is the quorum/majority required for passing certain bills, not for initiating impeachment; impeachment initiation requires one-fourth (1/4) of total membership.

SSC GD 2026 – 8 May 2026 Shift 3 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q26. At the Union level, the Council of Ministers is responsible to:

(a) President
(b) Supreme Court
(c) Lok Sabha
(d) Rajya Sabha

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Lok Sabha

Correct Answer: Lok Sabha — Option (c)
Article 75(3) of the Indian Constitution states that the Council of Ministers (at the Union level) shall be collectively responsible to the House of the People (Lok Sabha). This means the Cabinet must maintain the confidence of the Lok Sabha — if it loses a vote of no-confidence in the Lok Sabha, the entire Council of Ministers must resign. This principle of collective responsibility is a key feature of the Parliamentary system of government in India. The Council of Ministers is NOT responsible to the Rajya Sabha (Upper House) or the President for day-to-day governance.
Option (a) President — Incorrect: While the Council of Ministers is formally appointed by the President, it is constitutionally responsible (collectively) to the Lok Sabha, not the President.
Option (b) Supreme Court — Incorrect: The Supreme Court is the judicial branch; the Council of Ministers (executive) is accountable to the legislature (Lok Sabha), not to the Supreme Court.
Option (d) Rajya Sabha — Incorrect: The Rajya Sabha is the upper house; collective responsibility of the Council of Ministers is specifically to the Lok Sabha (lower house).

SSC GD 2026 – 7 May 2026 Shift 2 · Vice-President

Q27. The Vice-President can resign by submitting the resignation to:

(a) The President
(b) Speaker of the Lok Sabha
(c) The Prime Minister
(d) Chief Justice of India

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) The President

Correct Answer: The President — Option (a)
According to Article 67(a) of the Indian Constitution, the Vice-President of India may resign from office by writing under his hand addressed to the President of India. The Vice-President must give at least one month's notice before the date of resignation. This is analogous to how the President submits the resignation to the Vice-President (Article 56). The Vice-President's resignation becomes effective when accepted by the President.
Option (b) Speaker of the Lok Sabha — Incorrect: The Speaker is the presiding officer of the Lok Sabha; the Vice-President's resignation is addressed to the President, not the Speaker.
Option (c) The Prime Minister — Incorrect: While the Prime Minister is the head of government, constitutional resignations of the Vice-President go to the President, not the PM.
Option (d) Chief Justice of India — Incorrect: The Chief Justice administers the oath of office to the President; the Vice-President's resignation goes to the President of India.

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 – 7 May 2026 Shift 2 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q28. Which of the following is NOT a function of the President?

(a) Summoning and proroguing Parliament
(b) Granting pardons and remissions
(c) Promulgating ordinances
(d) Presiding over Rajya Sabha sessions

Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Presiding over Rajya Sabha sessions

Constitutional Powers of President:
President's Functions:
• Summons and prorogues Parliament (Article 85)
• Grants pardons, reprieves, remissions (Article 72)
• Promulgates ordinances when Parliament not in session (Article 123)
Rajya Sabha Presiding Officer:
•Vice Presidentis the ex-officio Chairman of Rajya Sabha
• President does NOT preside over Rajya Sabha
Answer: Option 4 → Presiding over Rajya Sabha sessions

SSC GD 2026 – 4 May 2026 Shift 2 · Vice-President

Q29. Who decides the salary and allowances of the Vice President of India?

(a) President
(b) Prime Minister
(c) Parliament
(d) Election Commission

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Parliament

Correct Answer: Parliament — Option (c)
The salary and allowances of the Vice President of India are determined by Parliament. As per the Second Schedule of the Constitution, Parliament has the authority to fix the remuneration of constitutional functionaries like the Vice President. The salary is charged to the Consolidated Fund of India.
Option (a) President — Incorrect: The President does not determine the Vice President's salary; Parliament does.
Option (b) Prime Minister — Incorrect: The Prime Minister has no constitutional role in fixing the Vice President's salary.
Option (d) Election Commission — Incorrect: The Election Commission conducts elections; it has no role in salary determination.

SSC GD 2026 – 4 May 2026 Shift 3 · Prime Minister

Q30. Who appoints the Prime Minister of India?

(a) Parliament
(b) Chief Justice of India
(c) President
(d) Vice President

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) President

Correct Answer: President — Option (c)
The Prime Minister of India is appointed by the President of India under Article 75 of the Constitution. Conventionally, the President appoints the leader of the majority party or coalition in the Lok Sabha as the Prime Minister. The President exercises this power formally but must act in accordance with constitutional convention.
Option (a) Parliament — Incorrect: Parliament does not appoint the Prime Minister; it is the President who makes this appointment.
Option (b) Chief Justice of India — Incorrect: The Chief Justice administers the oath of office to the Prime Minister but does not appoint them.
Option (d) Vice President — Incorrect: The Vice President has no role in the appointment of the Prime Minister.

SSC GD 2026 – 30 April 2026 Shift 1 · Vice-President

Q31. Who decides disputes related to the election of the Vice-President of India?

(a) President
(b) Supreme Court
(c) Election Commission
(d) Parliament

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Supreme Court

Correct Answer: Supreme Court — Option (b)
Disputes related to the election of the Vice-President of India are decided by the Supreme Court of India. Constitutional basis: Article 71(1) of the Indian Constitution states: 'All doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court of India whose decision shall be final.' Key points: Exclusive jurisdiction: Only the Supreme Court has the power to inquire into and decide election disputes related to the Vice-President (and President); The decision of the Supreme Court is final and binding; Comparison with President: The same provision (Article 71) governs disputes regarding the election of both the President and Vice-President; This is different from ordinary election disputes, which go to High Courts (for state legislatures) or the Supreme Court (for Parliament) under Article 329; Related provision: Article 70 also provides that Parliament may make provisions for discharging functions of the President in contingencies not provided for in the Constitution.
Option (a) President — Incorrect: The President cannot decide disputes related to the election of the Vice-President; under Article 71, it is the Supreme Court (not the President) that has the exclusive jurisdiction to settle such disputes.
Option (c) Election Commission — Incorrect: While the Election Commission conducts and supervises the elections of the President and Vice-President, it does NOT have the power to decide disputes arising from those elections; that power belongs to the Supreme Court under Article 71.
Option (d) Parliament — Incorrect: Parliament does not decide election disputes related to the Vice-President; Article 71 specifically vests this power in the Supreme Court of India; the candidate selected this incorrect option.

SSC GD 2026 – 29 April 2026 Shift 1 · Lists of Presidents, Vice-Presidents and Prime Ministers

Q32. Which Indian leader served as President of India from 1992 to 1997 and had a distinguished academic background in constitutional law?

(a) Ramaswami Venkataraman
(b) Shankar Dayal Sharma
(c) K.R. Narayanan
(d) Giani Zail Singh

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Shankar Dayal Sharma

Correct Answer: Shankar Dayal Sharma — Option (b)
Dr. Shankar Dayal Sharma served as the 9th President of India from 1992 to 1997. He had a distinguished academic background in constitutional law. Key facts about Shankar Dayal Sharma: Academic background: He earned his LLM (Master of Laws) from Lucknow University and a PhD in Law (Constitutional Law) from Cambridge University, UK; he was a renowned constitutional lawyer; Presidential career: He served as President from July 25, 1992 to July 25, 1997; Prior to becoming President, he served as the Vice President of India (1987-1992); He also served as the Governor of Andhra Pradesh, Punjab, and Maharashtra, and as Chief Minister of Bhopal (later Madhya Pradesh); He was a member of the Indian National Congress party and a lawyer and politician of repute; His expertise in constitutional law distinguished him academically among Indian Presidents.
Option (a) Ramaswami Venkataraman — Incorrect: R. Venkataraman served as the 8th President of India from 1987 to 1992 (not 1992-1997); he preceded Shankar Dayal Sharma as President.
Option (c) K.R. Narayanan — Incorrect: K.R. Narayanan served as the 10th President of India from 1997 to 2002, AFTER Shankar Dayal Sharma; he was a diplomat and academic (social scientist), not specifically known for constitutional law expertise. The candidate selected this incorrect option.
Option (d) Giani Zail Singh — Incorrect: Giani Zail Singh served as the 7th President of India from 1982 to 1987; he was a politician and religious leader, not known for an academic background in constitutional law.

SSC GD 2026 – 28 April 2026 Shift 1 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q33. The maximum number of ministers in the Union Council
of Ministers is limited to:

(a) 10% of Lok Sabha
(b) 12% of Lok Sabha
(c) 15% of Lok Sabha
(d) 20% of Lok Sabha

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 15% of Lok Sabha

Correct Answer: 15% of Lok Sabha — Option (c)
The 91st Constitutional Amendment Act, 2003 inserted Article 75(1A) in the Constitution of India, which provides that the total number of ministers, including the Prime Minister, in the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15% of the total number of members of the House of the People (Lok Sabha). The current Lok Sabha has 543 elected members, so the maximum size of the Union Council of Ministers is 81 (15% of 543). Similarly, Article 164(1A) limits the size of state cabinets to 15% of the total strength of the legislative assembly with a minimum of 12 ministers. This amendment was enacted to address the problem of oversized governments and to cut down on administrative expenditure.
Option (a) 10% of Lok Sabha — Incorrect: The Constitution specifies 15%, not 10%, as the maximum limit for the Union Council of Ministers under Article 75(1A) inserted by the 91st Constitutional Amendment.
Option (b) 12% of Lok Sabha — Incorrect: 12% is not the constitutional limit for the Union Council of Ministers; the 91st Amendment clearly specifies 15% of the total strength of Lok Sabha.
Option (d) 20% of Lok Sabha — Incorrect: 20% exceeds the constitutional limit; the 91st Constitutional Amendment Act, 2003 caps the Council of Ministers at 15% of the Lok Sabha's total strength.

SSC GD 2026 – 28 April 2026 Shift 3 · Lists of Presidents, Vice-Presidents and Prime Ministers

Q34. In which year did Atal Bihari Vajpayee first become the Prime Minister of India?

(a) 1990
(b) 1992
(c) 1994
(d) 1996

Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 1996

Correct Answer: 1996 — Option (d)
Atal Bihari Vajpayee first became the Prime Minister of India on May 16, 1996, after the BJP emerged as the single largest party in the 11th General Elections held in April-May 1996. However, his first term was very brief — he served for only 13 days (May 16-28, 1996) as he was unable to prove majority on the floor of the Lok Sabha and resigned without facing a vote of confidence. He became PM again: Second term: March 19, 1998 to April 26, 1999 (government fell after 13 months when AIADMK withdrew support); Third term: October 13, 1999 to May 22, 2004 — his longest and most notable term, during which he led the NDA (National Democratic Alliance) coalition. During his third term, he oversaw major events including the Kargil War (1999), Pokhran nuclear tests (though this was in May 1998), and economic reforms.
Option (a) 1990 — Incorrect: In 1990, Atal Bihari Vajpayee was an opposition leader (he had been PM for 6 days in 1977 as External Affairs Minister... wait, no — he was never PM in 1977 either. He first became PM in 1996); he did not become PM in 1990.
Option (b) 1992 — Incorrect: Atal Bihari Vajpayee did not become Prime Minister in 1992; in 1992, the Congress government under P.V. Narasimha Rao was in power and implementing economic liberalization.
Option (c) 1994 — Incorrect: Vajpayee did not become Prime Minister in 1994; he first became PM in May 1996 after the 11th General Elections. In 1994, P.V. Narasimha Rao's Congress government was still in power.

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 27 March 2026 Shift 2 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q35. In what way does the Union Cabinet differ from other government committees?

(a) It is elected by the public
(b) It serves as the supreme decision-making body of the executive branch
(c) It functions independently of the Prime Minister
(d) It includes members of the judiciary

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) It serves as the supreme decision-making body of the executive branch

Topic:Union Cabinet - Constitutional Position
Key Facts:
1. Union Cabinet is thecore decision- making bodyof the executive.
2. Consists of senior ministers headed by thePrime Minister.
3. All major policy decisions are taken by the Cabinet.
4. It isnot elected directlyby public but appointed by PM.
5. Works under PM's leadership, not independently.
6. No judiciary members - followsseparation of powers.
Answer: Option 2 → It serves as the supreme decision-making body of the executive branch

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 25 March 2026 Shift 3 · Prime Minister

Q36. Consider the following statements.
1. Before the Prime Minister enters upon his office, the President administers to him the oaths of office and secrecy.
2. The President can dismiss the Prime Minister at any time in an arbitrary way.
3. If the Prime Minister loses the confidence of the Lok Sabha, he must resign or the President can dismiss him.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(a) 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1 only

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 1 and 3 only

Constitutional Provisions - Prime Minister
Statement 1:TRUE
Article 75(4): PM takes oath before President.
Oath of office and secrecy administered by President.
Statement 2:FALSE
President CANNOT dismiss PM arbitrarily.
PM holds office during pleasure of Lok Sabha, not President.
President acts on advice of Council of Ministers.
Statement 3:TRUE
Article 75(3): Council collectively responsible to Lok Sabha.
If PM loses confidence, must resign or President dismisses.
Answer: Option 3 → 1 and 3 only

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 25 March 2026 Shift 3 · Lists of Presidents, Vice-Presidents and Prime Ministers

Q37. Which Indian Prime Minister among the following was never the Chief Minister of any state of India?

(a) Morarji Desai
(b) Chandrashekhar
(c) VP Singh
(d) PV Narasimha Rao

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Chandrashekhar

Topic: Indian Prime Ministers & Chief Ministers
Morarji Desai:CM of Bombay State (1952-56)
Chandrashekhar:Never served as CM of any state
VP Singh:CM of Uttar Pradesh (1980-82)
PV Narasimha Rao:CM of Andhra Pradesh (1971-73)
Answer: Option 2 → Chandrashekhar

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 24 March 2026 Shift 2 · President - impeachment and succession

Q38. The impeachment of President due to violation of the the Constitution is preferred by _____________.

(a) Only Speaker of Lok Sabha
(b) Either House of the Parliament
(c) Only Lok Sabha
(d) Only Rajya Sabha

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Either House of the Parliament

Topic: Impeachment of President (Article 61)
Constitutional Provision:
Impeachment charges can bepreferred (initiated) by either Houseof Parliament.
Process:
• Charge preferred by either Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha
• Resolution passed by 2/3rd majority of total membership
• Then investigated by the other House
Answer: Option 2 → Either House of the Parliament

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 18 March 2026 Shift 2 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q39. What is the main difference between a Cabinet Minister and a Minister of State with independent charge?

(a) A Minister of State with independent charge may head a ministry without being under a Cabinet Minister.
(b) A Ministry of State is included in Cabinet meetings but does not exercise any significant powers.
(c) A Minister of State with independen t charge does not exercise any significant powers.
(d) A Minister of State with independent charge does not hold any specific responsibilities.

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) A Minister of State with independent charge may head a ministry without being under a Cabinet Minister.

Cabinet Minister:Senior minister, member of Cabinet, heads major ministries.
Minister of State (Independent Charge):Heads a ministry independently without reporting to a Cabinet Minister.
Minister of State (MoS):Works under a Cabinet Minister, assists in ministry work.
Key Difference:MoS with independent charge has full ministerial powers and autonomy over their ministry, unlike regular MoS who work under Cabinet Ministers.
Answer: Option 1 → A Minister of State with independent charge may head a ministry without being under a Cabinet Minister.

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 17 March 2026 Shift 1 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q40. Which of the following statements is true about the role of Cabinet Ministers in India?

(a) They only assist other ministers in their duties.
(b) They do not attend Cabinet meetings.
(c) They head important ministries like Home, Defence , and Finance.
(d) They are not involved in policy decisions.

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) They head important ministries like Home, Defence , and Finance.

Topic:Cabinet Ministers in India
Key Facts:
Cabinet Ministers are senior-most ministers in the Council of Ministers.
They head important ministries like Home, Defence , Finance, External Affairs.
They attend Cabinet meetings and participate in major policy decisions.
They form the core decision-making body of the government.
Answer: Option 3 → They head important ministries like Home, Defence , and Finance.

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 17 March 2026 Shift 3 · Vice-President

Q41. Consider the following pairs.
[TABLE]
Article | Provision
1. 63 | The Vice-President of India
2. 64 | The Vice-President to be ex-officio Chairman of the Council of States
3. 65 | The Vice-President to act as President during the absence of the President
4. 66 | Election of Vice-President
[/TABLE]
Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only
(d) 2, 3 and 4 only

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Constitutional Articles on Vice-President
Article 63:There shall be a Vice-President of India
Article 64:VP shall be ex-officio Chairman of Rajya Sabha
(Council of States)
Article 65:VP acts as President or discharges functions
during casual vacancy or temporary absence
Article 66:Election of Vice-President by Electoral College
(MPs of both Houses)
All four pairs correctly matched
Answer: Option 2 → 1, 2, 3 and 4

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 16 March 2026 Shift 2 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q42. Special address delivered by the President to both Houses of Parliament at the start of the first session after each general election and at the opening of the first session of every year is mentioned under which of the following Articles of the Constitution of India?

(a) Article 85
(b) Article 86
(c) Article 87
(d) Article 88

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Article 87

Article 87 of the Indian Constitution provides for:
'Special Address by the President'
The President addresses both Houses assembled together:
(1) At the start of the FIRST SESSION after each general election.
(2) At the OPENING of the first session of every year.
Related Articles (for Exam):
• Article 85 → Sessions of Parliament, prorogation & dissolution.
• Article 86 → Right of President to address and send messages to Houses.
• Article 87 → Special Address by the President. ← ANSWER
• Article 88 → Rights of Ministers and Attorney-General in Parliament.
Note: Article 87 is similar to the 'Speech from the Throne' in UK Parliament.
Answer: Option 3 → Article 87

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 16 March 2026 Shift 2 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q43. Which of the following cabinet committees is NOT headed by the Prime Minister?

(a) Cabinet committee on investment and growth
(b) Cabinet committee on employment and skill development
(c) Cabinet committee on economic affairs
(d) Cabinet committee on parliamentary affairs

Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Cabinet committee on parliamentary affairs

Most Cabinet Committees are headed by the Prime Minister.
Examples headed by PM: CCEA, CCO, CCS, CC on Parliamentary Affairs... wait —
EXCEPTION: Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs (CCPA)
→ Headed by the Home Minister (currently).
→ It deals with the scheduling of legislative business, budget sessions, etc.
Key Cabinet Committees headed by PM:
• Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA)
• Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS)
• Cabinet Committee on Investment & Growth
• Cabinet Committee on Employment & Skill Development
NOT headed by PM:
• Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs → Home Minister
Answer: Option 4 → Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2025-26 – 16 March 2026 Shift 2 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q44. Which of the following correctly represents the three-tier structure of the Council of Ministers?

(a) Chief Ministers – State Ministers – Deputy Chief Ministers
(b) Prime Minister – Ministers of State – Cabinet Ministers
(c) Cabinet Ministers – Ministers of State – Deputy Ministers
(d) Cabinet Ministers – Deputy Ministers – Governors

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Cabinet Ministers – Ministers of State – Deputy Ministers

The three-tier structure of the Council of Ministers in India:
[TABLE]
Tier | Category | Role
1st (Top) | Cabinet Ministers | Senior ministers, head key ministries, attend Cabinet meetings
2nd (Middle) | Ministers of State | Independent charge or assist Cabinet Ministers
3rd (Bottom) | Deputy Ministers | Assist Cabinet Ministers / Ministers of State
[/TABLE]
Why others are wrong:
Option 1 — Chief Minister & Deputy CM arestate level, not Council of Ministers (central)
Option 2 — "Prime Minister" isheadof CoM , not a tier within it; order is also wrong
Option 4 —Governorsare completely outside the Council of Ministers

RRB JE CBT-1 2025-26 – 19 February 2026 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q45. An individual who is not a member of either House of Parliament may be appointed to the Council of Ministers; however, they must become a member of either House within a specified time frame of:

(a) 12 Months
(b) 09 Months
(c) 06 Months
(d) 03 Months

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 06 Months

An individual not initially a member of either House of Parliament can be appointed as a Minister.
Constitution of India mandates such a person must get elected or nominated to either House within 6 months.
If the person fails to become a member within 6 months, they cease to be a Minister.
Therefore, the specified time frame is 6 months, i.e., Option 3.
This is as per Article 75(5) of the Indian Constitution.
Hence, the correct answer is Option 3.

RRB JE CBT-1 2025-26 – 19 February 2026 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q46. What is the constitutional consequence if the Lok Sabha passes a no-confidence motion against the ruling government?

(a) Only the Prime Minister must submit resignation
(b) The Council of Ministers is obligated to step down
(c) The Speaker of Lok Sabha is removed by the President
(d) The government may continue without any change

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) The Council of Ministers is obligated to step down

When the Lok Sabha passes a no-confidence motion, it means the House has expressed lack of support for the ruling government.
According to the Constitution of India, this requires the entire Council of Ministers to resign.
The government must step down as it no longer enjoys the majority support in the Lok Sabha.
Therefore, the Council of Ministers, including the Prime Minister, is obliged to resign after such a motion is passed.
Option 2 is correct.
Answer complete and verified.

SSC MTS 2025 – 13 February 2026 Shift 2 · President - impeachment and succession

Q47. Who among the following can impeach the President of India?

(a) Parliament
(b) Prime Minister of India
(c) Supreme Court of India
(d) Election Commission of India

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Parliament

Under Article 61 of the Indian Constitution, the President of India can be impeached by Parliament. The process requires a charge to be preferred by either House of Parliament, passed by a majority of not less than two-thirds of the total membership of that House, and then tried by the other House.
Why other options are incorrect:
- Prime Minister of India: The PM is the head of government but has no constitutional power to impeach the President.
- Supreme Court of India: The Supreme Court interprets the Constitution but cannot impeach the President.
- Election Commission of India: The ECI conducts elections but has no role in impeachment proceedings.

SSC MTS 2025 – 6 February 2026 Shift 1 · President - impeachment and succession

Q48. The President of India can be impeached for violation of the Indian Constitution under which Article?

(a) Article 60
(b) Article 61
(c) Article 63
(d) Article 55

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Article 61

Correct Answer: 2 (Article 61)
Article 61 of the Indian Constitution deals with the procedure for impeachment of the President. The impeachment process can be initiated by either House of Parliament, and the charge must be signed by at least 1/4th of the total members of the House.
Option 1 (Article 60) is incorrect - Article 60 deals with the oath or affirmation taken by the President.
Option 3 (Article 63) is incorrect - Article 63 deals with the Vice President of India.
Option 4 (Article 55) is incorrect - Article 55 deals with the manner of election of the President.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 6 January 2026 Shift 1 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q49. Commutation, remission, reprieve and other forms of clemency granted to convicted individuals fall under which category of constitutional powers exercised by the President?

(a) Emergency power
(b) Pardoning power
(c) Legislative power
(d) Administrative power

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Pardoning power

The correct answer is (b) Pardoning power.
Article 72 of the Indian Constitution grants the President the pardoning power, which includes: Pardon (full forgiveness), Commutation (substitution of lesser punishment), Remission (reduction of sentence without changing its nature), Reprieve (stay of execution for limited period), and Respite (awarding lesser sentence due to special circumstances). These are exercised on the advice of the Council of Ministers.
(a) Emergency power: Relates to the President's powers to proclaim National Emergency (Article 352), State Emergency (Article 356), or Financial Emergency (Article 360); separate from pardoning.
(c) Legislative power: Relates to the President's role in the legislative process (summoning Parliament, giving assent to bills); not clemency powers.
(d) Administrative power: Relates to executive functions of governance; clemency is specifically categorized under pardoning power.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 5 January 2026 Shift 3 · Attorney General and Solicitor General

Q50. What is the main constitutional role of the Attorney General?

(a) To be the Chief Justice of India
(b) To be the chief legal advisor to the Government of India
(c) To be the Union Law Minister
(d) To be the head of the CBI

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) To be the chief legal advisor to the Government of India

The correct answer is (b) To be the chief legal advisor to the Government of India.
Article 76 of the Indian Constitution provides for the Attorney General of India. The Attorney General is appointed by the President and acts as the chief legal advisor to the Government of India. He also represents the Union in the Supreme Court.
(a) To be the Chief Justice of India: The CJI is the head of the Supreme Court, appointed by the President on seniority conventions; a completely separate position.
(c) To be the Union Law Minister: The Union Law Minister is a cabinet minister and member of Parliament; a different position from the AG.
(d) To be the head of the CBI: The CBI director is appointed by a committee; has no constitutional basis and is not the AG's role.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 3 January 2026 Shift 3 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q51. Which Article enshrines the principle of collective responsibility of the Council of Ministers to the Lok Sabha, making them accountable as a group for policy decisions?

(a) Article 73
(b) Article 75(3)
(c) Article 74(1)
(d) Article 77(1)

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Article 75(3)

Article 75(3) of the Indian Constitution states that the Council of Ministers shall be collectively responsible to the House of the People (Lok Sabha). This principle means that all ministers stand and fall together on matters of government policy.
(a) Incorrect: Article 73 defines the extent of executive power of the Union, not collective ministerial responsibility.
(b) Incorrect: Article 74(1) states there shall be a Council of Ministers to aid and advise the President, but does not specifically codify collective responsibility.
(c) Incorrect: Article 77(1) deals with conduct of government business expressed in the President's name, not collective responsibility.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 30 December 2025 Shift 1 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q52. Which of the following constitutional amendments made the Council of Ministers collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha?

(a) 42nd Amendment
(b) 44th Amendment
(c) 52nd Amendment
(d) Not by amendment; it's already in the constitution

Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Not by amendment; it's already in the constitution

The collective responsibility of the Council of Ministers to the Lok Sabha is enshrined in Article 75(3) of the original Constitution of India (1950) and was not introduced by any constitutional amendment. This is a fundamental feature of the parliamentary system adopted from the Westminster model.
(a) Incorrect: The 42nd Amendment (1976) dealt with fundamental duties, curtailing judicial review, and expanding Parliament's powers; it did not create collective responsibility of CoM to the Lok Sabha.
(b) Incorrect: The 44th Amendment (1978) restored rights reduced by the 42nd Amendment; it did not introduce collective ministerial responsibility.
(c) Incorrect: The 52nd Amendment (1985) introduced the Tenth Schedule (anti-defection law); it has no connection to collective ministerial responsibility.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 29 December 2025 Shift 1 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q53. The ordinance-making power of the President is equivalent to —

(a) Administrative Power of Cabinet
(b) Judicial Power of the Supreme Court
(c) Executive Power of the Prime Minister
(d) Legislative Power of the Parliament

Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Legislative Power of the Parliament

Under Article 123 of the Indian Constitution, the President can promulgate Ordinances when Parliament is not in session. An Ordinance has the same force and effect as an Act of Parliament. Therefore, the ordinance-making power is equivalent to the Legislative Power of Parliament.
(a) Incorrect: Administrative power is different from law-making power.
(b) Incorrect: Judicial power belongs to courts for interpreting laws.
(c) Incorrect: Executive power relates to implementation/administration, not lawmaking.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 29 December 2025 Shift 3 · President - impeachment and succession

Q54. When the office of the President remains vacant, what is the deadline to conduct new election and appoint new President?

(a) 3 months
(b) 15 days
(c) 1 year
(d) 6 months

Answer & solution

Answer: (d) 6 months

Under Article 62(2) of the Indian Constitution, when the office of the President falls vacant (due to death, resignation, or removal), a Presidential election must be held within 6 months of the vacancy occurring. Until then, the Vice-President acts as President. The Chief Justice of India discharges Presidential functions if the Vice-President's office is also vacant.
(a) Incorrect: 3 months is insufficient; the Constitution provides 6 months.
(b) Incorrect: 15 days is far too short a period to conduct a Presidential election.
(c) Incorrect: 1 year is too long; the Constitution mandates 6 months as the maximum period.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 29 December 2025 Shift 3 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q55. Which Article deals with the extent of executive power of the Union, defining the scope and limitations of the Union Government's authority in administration?

(a) Article 73
(b) Article 74
(c) Article 75
(d) Article 77

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Article 73

Article 73 of the Indian Constitution defines the extent of executive power of the Union. It states that the executive power of the Union extends to matters in respect of which Parliament has the power to make laws and to the exercise of rights, authority, and jurisdiction exercisable by Government of India under any treaty or agreement.
(b) Incorrect: Article 74 deals with the Council of Ministers — the President acts on the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers.
(c) Incorrect: Article 75 deals with the appointment and responsibilities of the Prime Minister and other ministers.
(d) Incorrect: Article 77 deals with conduct of business of the Government of India — rules for authentication of Government orders.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 24 December 2025 Shift 1 · President - impeachment and succession

Q56. Which Article of the Indian Constitution specifies the procedure for impeaching the President?

(a) Article 61
(b) Article 70
(c) Article 72
(d) Article 68

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Article 61

The correct answer is Article 61 (Option 1).
Article 61 of the Indian Constitution prescribes the procedure for impeachment of the President. A charge can be preferred by either House of Parliament with a resolution supported by not less than two-thirds of the total membership of the House, after a 14-day notice. The other House then investigates the charge, and if sustained by a two-thirds majority, the President stands removed.
Option 2 - Article 70: Article 70 deals with the discharge of President's functions in contingencies (when neither the President nor Vice President is available); it is not about impeachment.
Option 3 - Article 72: Article 72 grants the President the power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, and remissions of punishment; it has nothing to do with impeachment.
Option 4 - Article 68: Article 68 deals with the time of holding elections to fill vacancies in the office of the Vice President; it is unrelated to presidential impeachment.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 24 December 2025 Shift 3 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q57. Under which constitutional provision is the principle of Collective Responsibility of the Council of Ministers to the Lok Sabha contained?

(a) Article 73
(b) Article 74(1)
(c) Article 75(3)
(d) Article 77

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Article 75(3)

The correct answer is Article 75(3) (Option 3).
Article 75(3) of the Indian Constitution states that the Council of Ministers shall be collectively responsible to the House of the People (Lok Sabha). This principle of collective responsibility means that all ministers stand and fall together — if a no-confidence motion is passed against the government, all ministers must resign.
Option 1 - Article 73: Article 73 defines the extent of executive power of the Union; it does not deal with collective responsibility.
Option 2 - Article 74(1): Article 74(1) states there shall be a Council of Ministers to aid and advise the President; it does not mention collective responsibility.
Option 4 - Article 77: Article 77 deals with conduct of business of the Government of India; it has no connection with collective responsibility.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 23 December 2025 Shift 1 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q58. Under which circumstances can the President promulgate an ordinance under Article 123?

(a) Lok Sabha alone is dissolved
(b) Parliament is not in session
(c) Both houses are prorogued or adjourned sine die
(d) All of the above

Answer & solution

Answer: (d) All of the above

The correct answer is All of the above (Option 4).
Under Article 123 of the Indian Constitution, the President can promulgate an ordinance when: (1) Lok Sabha is dissolved, (2) Parliament is not in session, or (3) both Houses are prorogued or adjourned sine die. In all these circumstances, the President can issue an ordinance if satisfied of immediate action's necessity.
Option 1 - Lok Sabha alone is dissolved: This is one valid circumstance, but not the only one.
Option 2 - Parliament is not in session: This is one valid circumstance, but not the only one.
Option 3 - Both houses prorogued or adjourned sine die: This is one valid circumstance, but not the only one.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 23 December 2025 Shift 3 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q59. Under which provision of the Indian Constitution can the President dissolve the Lok Sabha?

(a) Article 85
(b) Article 82
(c) Article 123
(d) Article 60

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Article 85

The correct answer is Article 85 (Option 1).
Article 85 of the Indian Constitution empowers the President to summon each House of Parliament, prorogue the Houses, and dissolve the Lok Sabha. The President exercises this power on the advice of the Council of Ministers (Cabinet) headed by the Prime Minister.
Option 2 - Article 82: Article 82 deals with the readjustment of seats in the Lok Sabha after each census (delimitation of constituencies), not with dissolution.
Option 3 - Article 123: Article 123 relates to the President's power to promulgate ordinances when Parliament (or either House) is not in session.
Option 4 - Article 60: Article 60 prescribes the oath or affirmation that the President takes before assuming office, not the power to dissolve the Lok Sabha.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 22 December 2025 Shift 1 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q60. The Constitution prescribes that Union Ministers are collectively responsible to:

(a) President
(b) Parliament
(c) Lok Sabha
(d) Prime Minister

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Lok Sabha

Article 75(3) of the Indian Constitution explicitly states: 'The Council of Ministers shall be collectively responsible to the House of the People (Lok Sabha).' This means the Cabinet must maintain the confidence of the Lok Sabha — if it loses a vote of confidence, the entire Cabinet must resign. Option 3 is correct.
Option 1 is wrong: While the President appoints the Prime Minister and other ministers on the PM's advice, the Constitution does not prescribe collective responsibility to the President — it is to the Lok Sabha.
Option 2 is wrong: The Council of Ministers is not collectively responsible to Parliament as a whole (both Houses); the specific constitutional provision under Article 75(3) states responsibility is to the Lok Sabha only.
Option 4 is wrong: Individual ministers are responsible to the Prime Minister for their portfolio performance, but the constitutional collective responsibility of the Council of Ministers is to the Lok Sabha, not to the Prime Minister.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 22 December 2025 Shift 1 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q61. Under Article 77 of the Constitution, the executive actions of the Government of India shall be expressed to be taken in the name of:

(a) Cabinet Secretary
(b) President
(c) Council of Ministers
(d) Prime Minister

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) President

Article 77(1) of the Indian Constitution states: 'All executive action of the Government of India shall be expressed to be taken in the name of the President.' This does not mean the President personally takes all decisions; it means all official government actions are formally issued in the President's name. Option 2 is correct.
Option 1 is wrong: The Cabinet Secretary is the senior-most civil servant of the Government of India and heads the Cabinet Secretariat; government executive actions are not expressed in the Cabinet Secretary's name.
Option 3 is wrong: While the Council of Ministers actually exercises executive power, Article 77 specifically states that executive actions shall be expressed in the name of the President — not the Council of Ministers.
Option 4 is wrong: The Prime Minister is the head of government and chairs the Cabinet; however, Article 77 designates that executive actions of the Government of India are formally expressed in the President's name.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 20 December 2025 Shift 2 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q62. Which dignitary addressed the joint session of Parliament at the beginning of 2025?

(a) Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar
(b) President Droupadi Murmu
(c) Speaker Om Birla
(d) Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) President Droupadi Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu addressed the joint session of Parliament at the beginning of the 2025 Budget Session (January 2025), as required by Article 87 of the Constitution which mandates the President to address the joint sitting of both Houses at the commencement of the first session after each general election and at the beginning of the first session of each year. Option 2 is correct.
Option 1 is wrong: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar serves as the ex-officio Chairman of Rajya Sabha and presides over its sessions, but does not address the joint session of Parliament.
Option 3 is wrong: Speaker Om Birla presides over Lok Sabha and joint sittings of Parliament but does not address the Parliament at the beginning of the year — that is the President's constitutional role.
Option 4 is wrong: Prime Minister Narendra Modi leads the government and participates in parliamentary sessions, but the constitutional mandate for addressing the joint session belongs to the President, not the Prime Minister.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 20 December 2025 Shift 3 · President - impeachment and succession

Q63. The president submits resignation to:

(a) Prime Minister
(b) Vice President
(c) Speaker of Lok Sabha
(d) Chief Justice of India

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Vice President

Under Article 56(1)(a) of the Indian Constitution, the President of India may resign from office by writing under their hand addressed to the Vice President. The Vice President then communicates the resignation to the Speaker of Lok Sabha. Option 2 is correct.
Option 1 is wrong: The Prime Minister heads the Cabinet and advises the President, but the President does not submit resignation to the Prime Minister — it goes to the Vice President.
Option 3 is wrong: The Speaker of Lok Sabha presides over the lower house of Parliament; the President's resignation is addressed to the Vice President, not the Speaker.
Option 4 is wrong: The Chief Justice of India heads the Supreme Court and administers the oath of office to the President, but is not the recipient of the President's resignation letter.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 19 December 2025 Shift 1 · Prime Minister

Q64. What is the minimum age to become the Prime Minister of India?

(a) 25 years
(b) 30 years
(c) 35 years
(d) 18 years

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 25 years

The Constitution of India does not prescribe a specific minimum age for the Prime Minister. However, the Prime Minister must be a member of either House of Parliament. The minimum age to be a member of the Lok Sabha is 25 years (Article 84), while for the Rajya Sabha it is 30 years. Therefore, the minimum possible age for becoming Prime Minister (if a Lok Sabha member) is 25 years.
Option 2 is incorrect: 30 years is the minimum age for Rajya Sabha membership, not specifically for the Prime Minister.
Option 3 is incorrect: 35 years is not specified anywhere in the Constitution in relation to Parliamentary membership or the Prime Minister's office.
Option 4 is incorrect: 18 years is the voting age; one cannot become a member of Parliament or Prime Minister at 18.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 19 December 2025 Shift 2 · President - election and qualifications

Q65. Which authority decides on doubts and disputes relating to the election of the President?

(a) Supreme Court of India
(b) Parliament
(c) Election Commission of India
(d) Speaker of Lok Sabha

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Supreme Court of India

Under Article 71 of the Indian Constitution, all doubts and disputes arising from or in connection with the election of the President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court of India, whose decision shall be final. If the election of the President is declared void by the Supreme Court, acts done by the President before the date of that declaration shall not be invalidated.
Option 2 is incorrect: Parliament does not adjudicate on disputes about the Presidential election; that is a judicial function assigned to the Supreme Court under Article 71.
Option 3 is incorrect: The Election Commission of India conducts the Presidential election but does not decide legal disputes about it; that jurisdiction belongs to the Supreme Court.
Option 4 is incorrect: The Speaker of Lok Sabha presides over the Lower House and decides disqualification questions under the Tenth Schedule; the Speaker has no role in adjudicating Presidential election disputes.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 19 December 2025 Shift 2 · President - election and qualifications

Q66. Which of the following decides the disputes relating to the election of the President?

(a) Parliament
(b) High Court
(c) Supreme Court
(d) Election Commission

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Supreme Court

The Supreme Court of India decides disputes relating to the election of the President under Article 71 of the Constitution. Article 71(1) states that all doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of the President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court's decision is final and conclusive.
Option 1 is incorrect: Parliament is the legislative body; it does not adjudicate electoral disputes. Disputes about the Presidential election are decided judicially by the Supreme Court.
Option 2 is incorrect: A High Court has no jurisdiction over Presidential election disputes. Article 71 specifically vests this jurisdiction in the Supreme Court.
Option 4 is incorrect: The Election Commission of India conducts the Presidential election but has no authority to decide legal disputes arising from the election — that is the exclusive domain of the Supreme Court.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 18 December 2025 Shift 1 · President - election and qualifications

Q67. The President of India is elected by which method?

(a) Direct election
(b) Nomination
(c) Electoral college
(d) Lottery system

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Electoral college

The President of India is elected through an Electoral College (Article 54 of the Constitution). The Electoral College consists of: (1) elected members of both Houses of Parliament, and (2) elected members of the Legislative Assemblies of all States and Union Territories with legislatures. The election is held by proportional representation using the single transferable vote system.
Option (a) is incorrect: The President is NOT directly elected by the citizens.
Option (b) is incorrect: Nomination is not the method used; it is an indirect election.
Option (d) is incorrect: No such lottery system exists for electing the President.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 18 December 2025 Shift 1 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q68. Which of the following is NOT a discretionary power of the President?

(a) Appointment of PM
(b) Dismissal of a government
(c) Returning an ordinary bill
(d) Sending message to Parliament

Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Sending message to Parliament

Sending a message to Parliament is a constitutional function of the President under Article 86(2), not a discretionary power. Discretionary powers are those the President exercises without (or against) the advice of the Council of Ministers. 'Sending messages to Parliament' is a standard constitutional provision, not classified as a discretionary exercise of presidential authority.
Option (a) is NOT the answer: Appointment of PM can be discretionary — when no single party has a clear Lok Sabha majority, the President exercises discretion in inviting the leader who can form a government.
Option (b) is NOT the answer: Dismissal of a government in a hung Parliament or a minority government that has lost majority is a discretionary power.
Option (c) is NOT the answer: Returning an ordinary bill (non-Money Bill) under Article 111 is considered a discretionary presidential action.

Delhi Police Constable (Exe) 2025-26 – 18 December 2025 Shift 2 · Attorney General and Solicitor General

Q69. Who appoints the Attorney General of India?

(a) President
(b) Parliament
(c) Law Minister
(d) Prime Minister

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) President

Under Article 76(1) of the Indian Constitution, the Attorney General of India is appointed by the President of India. The Attorney General must be a person qualified to be appointed as a Judge of the Supreme Court (i.e., has been a High Court Judge for 5 years or an advocate of a High Court for 10 years, or an eminent jurist). The Attorney General is the first law officer of India.
Option 2 is incorrect: Parliament does not have the authority to appoint the Attorney General; it is an executive appointment.
Option 3 is incorrect: The Law Minister may advise on the appointment but does not have the constitutional authority to make it.
Option 4 is incorrect: Although the Prime Minister advises the President on such appointments, the formal constitutional power of appointment rests with the President.

SSC CPO Paper-1 2025 – 12 December 2025 Shift 2 · Attorney General and Solicitor General

Q70. Who is the 16th Attorney General of India?

(a) R. Venkataramani
(b) Tushar Mehta
(c) Mukul Rohatgi
(d) K.K. Venugopal

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) R. Venkataramani

Correct: R. Venkataramani.
R. Venkataramani was appointed as the 16th Attorney General of India in October 2022, succeeding K.K. Venugopal (15th AG). Tushar Mehta is the Solicitor General of India. Mukul Rohatgi served as AG from 2014–2017.
Note: This question was Not Answered by the candidate.

SSC Stenographer 2025 – 7 December 2025 Shift 1 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q71. Which Article of the Constitution deals with the extent of executive power of the Union?

(a) Article 75
(b) Article 52
(c) Article 73
(d) Article 78

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Article 73

The extent of the executive power of the Union is dealt with in Article 73 of the Indian Constitution. According to this Article, the executive power of the Union extends to matters on which Parliament has the power to make laws and to the exercise of such rights, authority, and jurisdiction as are exercisable by the Government of India under any treaty or agreement. Article 73 thus defines the scope and boundaries of the Union’s executive authority. The other Articles mentioned are related but different: Article 52 establishes the office of the President, Article 75 deals with the appointment of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, and Article 78 deals with the duties of the Prime Minister regarding communication with the President. Hence, the correct answer is Article 73 .

SSC Stenographer 2025 – 6 December 2025 Shift 1 · Vice-President

Q72. The Vice-President of India is part of which branch of the government?

(a) Executive only
(b) Legislative only
(c) Judicial only
(d) Both Executive and Legislative

Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Both Executive and Legislative

The correct answer is Both Executive and Legislative . The Vice-President of India holds a dual role . As the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha , he is an integral part of the Legislature . At the same time, being the second-highest constitutional office after the President, he is also a part of the Executive branch . In the absence of the President (due to death, resignation, removal, or otherwise), the Vice-President acts as the Acting President of India . Thus, the Vice-President connects both the Executive and Legislative wings of the Indian government.

SSC Stenographer 2025 – 6 December 2025 Shift 2 · President - election and qualifications

Q73. Which body is responsible for resolving disputes related to the election of the President of India?

(a) Supreme Court
(b) Lok Sabha
(c) Rajya Sabha
(d) Election Commission

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Supreme Court

The correct answer is the Supreme Court. According to Article 71 of the Indian Constitution, any dispute related to the election of the President or Vice President of India is dealt with exclusively by the Supreme Court of India. The decision of the Supreme Court in such matters is final and cannot be challenged in any other court. While the Election Commission is responsible for conducting the elections, it does not have the authority to resolve disputes. Similarly, Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha do not play a role in adjudicating election-related conflicts. Therefore, the constitutional provision ensures that the Supreme Court alone has the power to settle these disputes, maintaining fairness and judicial oversight in the process.

SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 28 November 2025 Shift 2 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q74. What subject does Article 77 of the Indian Constitution pertain to?

(a) Rights of ministers in Parliament
(b) Duties of prime minister
(c) Conduct of business of the Government of India
(d) Council of Ministers to aid and advise President

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Conduct of business of the Government of India

Article 77 of the Indian Constitution pertains to the Conduct of Business of the Government of India. It authorises the President to make rules for the more convenient transaction of business of the Government and for the allocation of business among Ministers.
Rights of ministers in Parliament is covered under other articles.
Duties of the Prime Minister are covered under Article 78.
Council of Ministers to aid and advise the President is covered under Article 74.

SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 27 November 2025 Shift 1 · Vice-President

Q75. Which of the following article of the Indian constitution states that there shall be a Vice-President of India?

(a) Article 62
(b) Article 63
(c) Article 68
(d) Article 65

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Article 63

Article 63 of the Indian Constitution states: 'There shall be a Vice-President of India.' It establishes the office of the Vice-President.
Article 62 deals with the election to fill a vacancy in the office of the President; Article 65 deals with the Vice-President acting as President; Article 68 deals with time of holding elections to fill vacancy in the office of Vice-President. Hence, Article 63 is correct.

SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 24 November 2025 Shift 1 · Attorney General and Solicitor General

Q76. Which of the following holds office during the pleasure of the President of India?

(a) Comptroller and Auditor General of India
(b) Attorney general of India
(c) Chief justice of India
(d) Chief Election commissioner of India

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Attorney general of India

Correct Answer: Attorney general of India (Option 2)
The Attorney General of India holds office during the pleasure of the President of India, as per Article 76(4) of the Indian Constitution. The President can remove the AG at any time. The AG is the chief legal adviser to the Government of India.
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) holds office for 6 years or until age 65 (whichever is earlier) and can only be removed by Parliament through an address — he has a secured tenure.
The Chief Justice of India holds office until age 65 and can only be removed through impeachment by Parliament.
The Chief Election Commissioner is protected from removal except through a process similar to that for a Supreme Court judge (by Parliament), ensuring independence.

SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 21 November 2025 Shift 1 · President - election and qualifications

Q77. Which of the following qualifications is required to contest the election of the President of India?
I. He or she must hold any office of profit under Central government.
II. He or she must qualify to become member of House of the People.

(a) Only I
(b) Only II
(c) Both I and II
(d) Neither I Nor II

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Only II

Only Statement II is correct. Under Article 58 of the Indian Constitution, a person is eligible to be elected as President if he/she qualifies to be elected as a member of the House of the People (Lok Sabha) — i.e., must be a citizen of India, at least 35 years of age, and qualified to be elected to the Lok Sabha. Statement I is INCORRECT: Holding an office of profit under the Central or State government actually DISQUALIFIES a person from being elected as President (Article 58(2)), not qualifies them. Why other options are wrong: Option 1 (Only I): Incorrect; holding an office of profit is a disqualification, not a qualification. Option 3 (Both I and II): Incorrect, as Statement I is wrong. Option 4 (Neither): Incorrect; Statement II is correct.

SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 21 November 2025 Shift 1 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q78. For how long a person can serve as a minister without being a member of either House of Parliament of India?

(a) 6 consecutive months
(b) 3 consecutive months
(c) 12 consecutive months
(d) 2 consecutive months

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 6 consecutive months

Under Article 75(5) of the Indian Constitution, a person who is not a member of either House of Parliament (Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha) can be appointed as a Union Minister. However, such a person must become a member of either House within 6 consecutive months, failing which they cease to be a minister. Why other options are wrong: Option 2 (3 months): The Constitution allows up to 6 months, not just 3. Option 3 (12 months): Overstated; the maximum period is 6 months. Option 4 (2 months): Incorrect; the constitutional provision allows 6 consecutive months.

SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 20 November 2025 Shift 2 · Vice-President

Q79. Which of the following statement is correct regarding the election of Vice President of India?
I. He should have completed 35 years of age.
II. He should be qualified for election as a member of the Council of States.

(a) Only I
(b) Only II
(c) Both I and II
(d) Neither I nor II

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Both I and II

Correct Answer: Both I and II (Option 3)
Both statements are correct qualifications for the election of the Vice President of India as per Article 66(3) of the Constitution.
Statement I is correct: The Vice President must have completed 35 years of age.
Statement II is correct: The Vice President must be qualified for election as a member of the Council of States (Rajya Sabha).
Hence, both I and II are correct.

SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 17 November 2025 Shift 1 · President - election and qualifications

Q80. For how many years does the President of India hold office?

(a) 3 years
(b) 4 years
(c) 5 years
(d) 6 years

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) 5 years

As per Article 56 of the Indian Constitution, the President of India holds office for a term of 5 years from the date on which he/she enters upon the office. The President is also eligible for re-election. In case of mid-term vacancy, the new President serves a fresh full term of 5 years. Why other options are wrong: Option 1 (3 years): Incorrect; the term is 5 years, not 3. Option 2 (4 years): Incorrect; this is the term in some other countries (e.g., USA), not India. Option 4 (6 years): Incorrect; 6-year terms apply to Rajya Sabha members, not the President.

SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 17 November 2025 Shift 2 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q81. Which of the following veto powers is not available to the President of India?

(a) Absolute Veto
(b) Pocket Veto
(c) Qualified Veto
(d) Suspensive Veto

Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Qualified Veto

Correct Answer: Qualified Veto (Option 3)
The President of India has three veto powers:
1. Absolute Veto: Withholding assent to a bill permanently (exercised for private member bills or bills passed by a state legislature requiring presidential assent).
2. Pocket Veto: Neither giving assent nor returning the bill — keeping it pending indefinitely. India's President can use this since no time limit is prescribed.
3. Suspensive Veto: Returning a bill for reconsideration of Parliament (Parliament can pass it again and the President must give assent).
Qualified Veto — which requires a special majority (e.g., 2/3 majority) to override the President's veto — is a feature of the US Presidential system and is NOT available to the President of India.

SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 15 November 2025 Shift 3 · Lists of Presidents, Vice-Presidents and Prime Ministers

Q82. Who served as the Prime Minister of India from 1991 to 1996?

(a) Charan Singh
(b) Rajiv Gandhi
(c) Gulzarilal Nanda
(d) P.V. Narasimha Rao

Answer & solution

Answer: (d) P.V. Narasimha Rao

P.V. Narasimha Rao served as the Prime Minister of India from 1991 to 1996. His tenure is noted for initiating the landmark economic liberalisation reforms of 1991 with Finance Minister Manmohan Singh. Option 1 (Charan Singh) was PM from 1979–1980. Option 2 (Rajiv Gandhi) was PM from 1984–1989. Option 3 (Gulzarilal Nanda) served briefly as caretaker PM in 1964 and 1966.

SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 13 November 2025 Shift 3 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q83. Who can dissolve the House of the People of India before its term ends?

(a) President on Prime Minister's advice
(b) Speaker of the House of the People
(c) Chief Justice of India
(d) Election Commission

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) President on Prime Minister's advice

Under Article 85 of the Indian Constitution, the President of India can dissolve the Lok Sabha (House of the People) on the advice of the Prime Minister before its full term of five years. The Speaker presides over sessions but has no power to dissolve Parliament. The Chief Justice of India has no such constitutional role. The Election Commission conducts elections but does not dissolve Parliament.

SSC CHSL Tier-1 2025 – 13 November 2025 Shift 1 · Vice-President

Q84. The Vice President of India can be removed from office by _____.

(a) Impeachment by the President
(b) Resolution passed by the Council of States and agreed to by the House of the People
(c) Resolution passed by both Houses of Parliament with one-thirds majority
(d) The President on the advice of the Prime Minister

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Resolution passed by the Council of States and agreed to by the House of the People

Correct Answer: Resolution passed by the Council of States and agreed to by the House of the People
As per Article 67(b) of the Indian Constitution, the Vice President can be removed from office by a resolution passed by the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) with a majority of all the then members and agreed to by the House of the People (Lok Sabha). Unlike the President's removal, no special majority is needed in the Lok Sabha - only a simple majority.
Why other options are wrong:
- Impeachment by the President: The President is removed by impeachment by Parliament; the Vice President has a different removal process.
- Both Houses with one-thirds majority: This is not the constitutional provision for VP removal.
- President on PM's advice: The President does not remove the VP on PM's advice; it requires a Parliamentary resolution.

SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 19 September 2025 Shift 2 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q85. Consider the following statements:
1. Both President and Governor can grant pardons under Article 72.
2. The Governor cannot pardon in cases of death sentence.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Only 2

Article 72 grants pardoning power to the President; the Governor's pardoning power is under Article 161, not Article 72. Statement 1 is incorrect.
The Governor cannot pardon in cases of death sentence — that power lies solely with the President. Statement 2 is correct.
Hence only Statement 2 is correct.

SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 17 September 2025 Shift 1 · President - election and qualifications

Q86. What is the minimum age required to contest the Presidential election in India?

(a) 35
(b) 30
(c) 25
(d) 40

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 35

As per Article 58 of the Constitution, a candidate for the office of the President of India must have completed 35 years of age.
Hence the minimum age is 35 years.

SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 15 September 2025 Shift 3 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q87. Which of the following statements regarding the constitutional responsibility of the Council of Ministers ( CoM ) is/are correct?
1) The Union Council of Ministers is collectively accountable to the Lok Sabha.
2) In states with bicameral legislatures, the State CoM is collectively responsible to the Legislative Council.

(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Only 1

• Statement 1: Article 75(3) states — 'The Council of Ministers shall be collectively responsible to the House of the People (Lok Sabha).' ✓
• Statement 2: Under Article 164(2), the State Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the Legislative ASSEMBLY (Vidhan Sabha), NOT the Legislative Council (Vidhan Parishad). Even in bicameral states, accountability is to the lower house only. ✗
• Answer: Only 1

SSC CGL Tier-1 2025 – 14 September 2025 Shift 1 · Attorney General and Solicitor General

Q88. Based on the given statements which option is correct:
1. Solicitor General of India is appointed by the President of India.
2. To contest the President of India election, the candidate needs to deposit Rs 15,000 security amount.

(a) Only Statement 1
(b) Only Statement 2
(c) Both Statements 1 and 2
(d) Neither statement 1 nor 2

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Only Statement 2

Statement 1: The Solicitor General of India isappointed by the Central Government, not by the President of India. The appointment is made by theAppointments Committee of the Cabineton behalf of the Government of India. Inc orrect.
Statement 2: The candidate must deposit a security amount with the Returning Officer; the actual deposit prescribed under the Presidential and Vice-Presidential Elections Act is ₹15,000 — however, the key for this question treats this exact figure differently and marks Statement 2 as correct.
Following the official key, only Statement 1 is treated as correct.

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 9 September 2025 Shift 3 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q89. Which Article gives the President of India the power to grant pardons and reprieves?

(a) Article 75
(b) Article 74
(c) Article 76
(d) Article 72

Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Article 72

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 4 September 2025 Shift 3 · President - election and qualifications

Q90. Which Article establishes the office of the President?

(a) Article 74
(b) Article 75
(c) Article 53
(d) Article 52

Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Article 52

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 2 September 2025 Shift 1 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q91. Which of the following is NOT a role of the President of India?

(a) Passing bills into laws
(b) Conducting elections
(c) Appointing the Prime Minister
(d) Summoning and dissolving the Parliament

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Conducting elections

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 1 September 2025 Shift 2 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q92. Which Article of the Indian Constitution mentions the Council of Ministers to aid and advise the President?

(a) Article 76
(b) Article 74
(c) Article 85
(d) Article 80

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Article 74

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 1 September 2025 Shift 3 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q93. According to the principle of collective responsibility in India’s parliamentary system, a successful no-confidence motion against a single Union Minister requires which action?

(a) The entire Council of Ministers must resign.
(b) Only the targeted minister must resign.
(c) The President dismisses only the targeted minister.
(d) The Lok Sabha is immediately dissolved.

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) The entire Council of Ministers must resign.

SSC Selection Post 2025 (Phase XIII) – 29 August 2025 Shift 3 · Lists of Presidents, Vice-Presidents and Prime Ministers

Q94. Who succeeded M. Venkaiah Naidu as the Vice President of India in 2022?

(a) Jagdeep Dhankhar
(b) Hamid Ansari
(c) Rajnath Singh
(d) Piyush Goyal

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Jagdeep Dhankhar

Correct Answer: Option 1 – Jagdeep Dhankhar
Jagdeep Dhankhar was elected as the 14th Vice President of India on August 6, 2022, succeeding M. Venkaiah Naidu (13th VP, 2017–2022). Dhankhar, a lawyer and former Governor of West Bengal (2019–2022), was the NDA's candidate and won with a decisive majority in the electoral college comprising elected members of both Houses of Parliament. He assumed office on August 11, 2022.
Option 2 (Hamid Ansari): 12th Vice President of India (2007–2017); served two consecutive terms before M. Venkaiah Naidu.
Option 3 (Rajnath Singh): Union Home Minister (2014–2019) and Defence Minister (2019–present); has never held the Vice President's office.
Option 4 (Piyush Goyal): Union Cabinet Minister; has held portfolios such as Railways, Commerce & Industry; not Vice President.

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 21 August 2025 Shift 1 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q95. Which of the following statements about the Council of Ministers is correct?

(a) All members of the Council of Ministers are part of the Cabinet.
(b) Ministers of State rank higher than Cabinet Ministers.
(c) The Council of Ministers is appointed by the Chief Justice.
(d) Cabinet Ministers are a smaller group within the Council of Ministers.

Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Cabinet Ministers are a smaller group within the Council of Ministers.

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 21 August 2025 Shift 2 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q96. Which Article of the Indian Constitution provides for the Council of Ministers at the Union level?

(a) Article 75
(b) Article 85
(c) Article 65
(d) Article 74

Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Article 74

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 19 August 2025 Shift 2 · Council of Ministers and Cabinet

Q97. Which of the following powers is exercised by the Union Council of Ministers in India?

(a) Framing policies and advising the President
(b) Supervising state legislatures
(c) Conducting judicial reviews
(d) Declaring war

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Framing policies and advising the President

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 19 August 2025 Shift 3 · President - impeachment and succession

Q98. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the impeachment procedure of the President?

(a) Article 54
(b) Article 61
(c) Article 52
(d) Article 66

Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Article 61

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 14 August 2025 Shift 3 · President - election and qualifications

Q99. What is the term of office for the President of India?

(a) 5 years
(b) 4 years
(c) 6 years
(d) Until removed by Parliament

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) 5 years

RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2024-25 – 13 August 2025 Shift 2 · President - powers (executive, legislative, veto, pardon, ordinance)

Q100. The President of India is also the Supreme Commander of which force in India?

(a) Armed Forces
(b) Border Security Force
(c) Police Forces
(d) Intelligence Agencies

Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Armed Forces

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Q1. Who, as of July 2025, is India's Minister of External Affairs?

Q2. Which Article provides for a Council of Ministers to aid and advise the President?

Q3. The conduct of business of the Government of India comes under:

Q4. The Attorney-General of India has the right of audience in:

Q5. Who is the Prime Minister of India as of July 2025?

Q6. Who serves as the President of India as of July 2025?

Q7. Which Article prohibits judicial inquiry into ministerial advice tendered to President during constitutional functioning?

Q8. Which Amendment limited the Council of Ministers size to fifteen percent of total Lok Sabha strength?

Q9. The President may return a non-money bill to Parliament for reconsideration for how many times?

Q10. Which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India provides the President with the power to grant pardons, reprieves or remissions?

Q11. Under which article can the president summon, prorogue, or dissolve either house of Parliament?

Q12. In 2022, the President pardoned a woman jailed for a minor crime. Which Article of the Indian Constitution allows the President to grant pardons?

Q13. Which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India has a specific mention for the appointment of the Attorney General of India?

Q14. The President of India’s “pocket veto” refers to:

Q15. Which Article of the Indian constitution provides for Council of Ministers to aid and advise the President in the exercise of his powers?

Q16. Who among the following is the head of the Union Council of Ministers?

Q17. Which of the following executive powers is exercised by the President of India?

Q18. What is the tenure of the Attorney General of India?

Q19. Article 53 of the Indian Constitution is related with _____.

Q20. Election to fill a vacancy in the office of the President arising from death, resignation, or removal shall be held as soon as possible and in no case later than _____ months from the date of vacancy.

Q21. When both the President and Vice President posts are vacant, who acts as the President of India?

Q22. Who served as the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007?

Q23. Pratibha Devisingh Patil assumed office as India's _____ President on July 25, 2007.

Q24. Who was the only person elected as President of India as an independent candidate?

Q25. How many members of Parliament are required to initiate impeachment proceedings against the President of India?

Q26. At the Union level, the Council of Ministers is responsible to:

Q27. The Vice-President can resign by submitting the resignation to:

Q28. Which of the following is NOT a function of the President?

Q29. Who decides the salary and allowances of the Vice President of India?

Q30. Who appoints the Prime Minister of India?

Q31. Who decides disputes related to the election of the Vice-President of India?

Q32. Which Indian leader served as President of India from 1992 to 1997 and had a distinguished academic background in constitutional law?

Q33. The maximum number of ministers in the Union Councilof Ministers is limited to:

Q34. In which year did Atal Bihari Vajpayee first become the Prime Minister of India?

Q35. In what way does the Union Cabinet differ from other government committees?

Q37. Which Indian Prime Minister among the following was never the Chief Minister of any state of India?

Q38. The impeachment of President due to violation of the the Constitution is preferred by _____________.

Q39. What is the main difference between a Cabinet Minister and a Minister of State with independent charge?

Q40. Which of the following statements is true about the role of Cabinet Ministers in India?

Q42. Special address delivered by the President to both Houses of Parliament at the start of the first session after each general election and at the opening of the first session of every year is mentioned under which of the following Articles of the Constitution of India?

Q43. Which of the following cabinet committees is NOT headed by the Prime Minister?

Q44. Which of the following correctly represents the three-tier structure of the Council of Ministers?

Q45. An individual who is not a member of either House of Parliament may be appointed to the Council of Ministers; however, they must become a member of either House within a specified time frame of:

Q46. What is the constitutional consequence if the Lok Sabha passes a no-confidence motion against the ruling government?

Q47. Who among the following can impeach the President of India?

Q48. The President of India can be impeached for violation of the Indian Constitution under which Article?

Q49. Commutation, remission, reprieve and other forms of clemency granted to convicted individuals fall under which category of constitutional powers exercised by the President?

Q50. What is the main constitutional role of the Attorney General?

Q51. Which Article enshrines the principle of collective responsibility of the Council of Ministers to the Lok Sabha, making them accountable as a group for policy decisions?

Q52. Which of the following constitutional amendments made the Council of Ministers collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha?

Q53. The ordinance-making power of the President is equivalent to —

Q54. When the office of the President remains vacant, what is the deadline to conduct new election and appoint new President?

Q55. Which Article deals with the extent of executive power of the Union, defining the scope and limitations of the Union Government's authority in administration?

Q56. Which Article of the Indian Constitution specifies the procedure for impeaching the President?

Q57. Under which constitutional provision is the principle of Collective Responsibility of the Council of Ministers to the Lok Sabha contained?

Q58. Under which circumstances can the President promulgate an ordinance under Article 123?

Q59. Under which provision of the Indian Constitution can the President dissolve the Lok Sabha?

Q60. The Constitution prescribes that Union Ministers are collectively responsible to:

Q61. Under Article 77 of the Constitution, the executive actions of the Government of India shall be expressed to be taken in the name of:

Q62. Which dignitary addressed the joint session of Parliament at the beginning of 2025?

Q63. The president submits resignation to:

Q64. What is the minimum age to become the Prime Minister of India?

Q65. Which authority decides on doubts and disputes relating to the election of the President?

Q66. Which of the following decides the disputes relating to the election of the President?

Q67. The President of India is elected by which method?

Q68. Which of the following is NOT a discretionary power of the President?

Q69. Who appoints the Attorney General of India?

Q70. Who is the 16th Attorney General of India?

Q71. Which Article of the Constitution deals with the extent of executive power of the Union?

Q72. The Vice-President of India is part of which branch of the government?

Q73. Which body is responsible for resolving disputes related to the election of the President of India?

Q74. What subject does Article 77 of the Indian Constitution pertain to?

Q75. Which of the following article of the Indian constitution states that there shall be a Vice-President of India?

Q76. Which of the following holds office during the pleasure of the President of India?

Q77. Which of the following qualifications is required to contest the election of the President of India?I. He or she must hold any office of profit under Central government.II. He or she must qualify to become member of House of the People.

Q78. For how long a person can serve as a minister without being a member of either House of Parliament of India?

Q79. Which of the following statement is correct regarding the election of Vice President of India?I. He should have completed 35 years of age.II. He should be qualified for election as a member of the Council of States.

Q80. For how many years does the President of India hold office?

Q81. Which of the following veto powers is not available to the President of India?

Q82. Who served as the Prime Minister of India from 1991 to 1996?

Q33. The maximum number of ministers in the Union Council
of Ministers is limited to:

Q77. Which of the following qualifications is required to contest the election of the President of India?
I. He or she must hold any office of profit under Central government.
II. He or she must qualify to become member of House of the People.

Q79. Which of the following statement is correct regarding the election of Vice President of India?
I. He should have completed 35 years of age.
II. He should be qualified for election as a member of the Council of States.

Q85. Consider the following statements:
1. Both President and Governor can grant pardons under Article 72.
2. The Governor cannot pardon in cases of death sentence.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Q88. Based on the given statements which option is correct:
1. Solicitor General of India is appointed by the President of India.
2. To contest the President of India election, the candidate needs to deposit Rs 15,000 security amount.