CAPF (AC) 2015 (Paper-1) (Question 1-50)

Total Questions: 50

1. The setting up of the Inter-State Council in 1990 was meant to:

Correct Answer: (b) strengthen the federal provisions of the Constitution.
Solution:In 1990, the Inter-State Council was established to strengthen the federal provisions of the Indian Constitution. In 1988, it was commenced under the chairmanship of Justice R.S. Sarkaria, by the central government to review the working of the existing arrangements between the Union and the States.

It is a recommended body that investigates and discusses such subjects in which some or all of the states of the Union and one of the States have a common interest, to coordinate policy and action concerning that subject.

2. Which one of the following is NOT a Central Paramilitary Force under the Ministry of Home Affairs?

Correct Answer: (c) Ladakh Scouts
Solution:The Ladakh Scouts was formed on 1 June 1963. It is an infantry regiment of the Indian Army, nicknamed the "Snow Warriors" or "Snow Tigers". It was formed by spinning off the 7th and 14th Battalions of the J&K Militia, and the unit was given the role of reconnaissance and interdiction in the high-altitude border regions by the Government of India.

The regiment specialises in mountain warfare, and its primary role is to guard India's borders in the high altitudes of the Union Territory of Ladakh. Therefore, option (c) is correct.

3. The following item consists of two statements, Statement I and Statement II. Examine these two statements carefully and select the correct answer using the code given below:

Statement I: Indian's share of world manufacturing output steadily diclined during the 19th and the 20th centuries.

Statement II: There was no absolute decline in production in India during the colonial rule.

Correct Answer: (c) Statement I is true but Statement II is false
Solution:India was considered the industrial workshop of the world before the arrival of the Europeans in the country. Europe entered the country and started a process of destruction of Indian handicraft industries by competition from the products of British manufacture during the 19th century.

This is known as industrialisation. In 60 years, it dropped from 8.6 per cent to 14 per cent in 1913. Industrialisation did great damage to this Indian industry since 1750 which led to the decline in production in India. Therefore, option (c) is correct.

4. The Comptroller and Auditor-General of India can be removed from office only by :

Correct Answer: (c) President of India after an address in both Houses of Parliament.
Solution:According to Article 148 of the Indian Constitution, there shall be the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India who would be appointed by the President. CAG can be removed by the President only under the procedure mentioned in the Constitution that is the manner same as the removal of a Supreme Court Judge.

Therefore, the approval of both the house of the parliament is required for the removal of the CAG. Therefore, option (c) is correct.

5. Which one of the following is under the control of the Ministry of Defence?

Correct Answer: (b) Rashtriya Rifles
Solution:The Rashtriya Rifles was founded in 1990. It is a branch of the Indian Army under the authority of the Ministry of Defence. The force is currently deployed in the state of Jammu and Kashmir, as well as the Ladakh union territory. It comes under the authority of the Ministry of Defence.

The RR crest consists of the Ashoka Chakra and two crossed rifles with fixed bayonets. Beneath, in a banner, is emblazoned the RR>s motto: "Dridhta aur Virata". Therefore, option (b) is correct.

6. Which of the following statements with regard to construction of railways in colonial India by the British companies is/are NOT true?

1. The companies were guaranteed a return of 5 percent on their investment by Government of India.

2. The railways were to be managed mainly by the Government

3. There was no system of preferential freight charges.

4. The companies were to get the land free from the Government.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

 

Correct Answer: (b) 2 and 3 only
Solution:Initially, the railways were operated by private companies owned by British businessmen. They were granted free land and given a guarantee of minimum returns on capital. They were granted free land and given a guarantee of minimum returns on capital.

In the Guarantee system, any company that constructed railways in India was guaranteed a rate of interest of 5% on its capital investment. This guarantee was honoured by the East India Company. Therefore, option (b) is correct.

7. According to Granville Austin, which of the following was/were the most significant contributions of India to constitution-making?

Correct Answer: (b) Consensus and Accommodation
Solution:Granville Austin was an American historian of the Indian Constitution. He described the Constitution-making as being majorly contributed by social revolution and political freedom. He was awarded by Padma Shri Award in 2011. The most significant contribution was consensus and accommodation.

He was the author of two seminal political histories of the constitution of India, The Indian Constitution: Cornerstone of a Nation and Working a Democratic Constitution: The Indian Experience. Therefore, option (b) is correct.

8. Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry is :

Correct Answer: (c) A regiment of the Indian Army
Solution:The Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry is an infantry regiment of the Indian Army. It is a designation applied to certain types of foot soldiers (infantry) throughout history, typically having lighter equipment or armament or a more mobile or fluid function than other types of infantry.

The Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry is considered to be one of the most decorated regiments of the Indian army having won 1 Param Veer Chakra and 3 Ashok Chakra. Therefore, option (c) is correct.

9. Which of the following represents the main phases of the Quit India Movement?

1. Strikes, boycotts, and picketing in urban centres

2. Widespread attacks in rural areas on the many symbols and means of colonial rule and authority, e.g. railways, telegraph lines, and Government buildings

3. Formation of Home Rule leagues

4. The 'Karnataka method'

Select the correct answer using the code given below :

Correct Answer: (c) 1, 2 and 4
Solution:The Quit India Movement consists of three broad phases of the movement, which were identified by Sumit Sarkar. The first phase included hartals, strikes and clashes with the police and army in most major cities, which were massive and violent but quickly suppressed.

The second phase of the movement started in the middle of August. The third phase includes not only the educated youth but also bands of ordinary peasants who organised such subversive actions by night, which came to be known as the 'Karnataka method'. Therefore, option (c) is correct.

10. The Special Provisions in Article 371G of the Constitution of India relate to the state of :

Correct Answer: -(c) Mizoram
Solution:Clause (c) Article 371G states that special provision concerning the State of Mizoram notwithstanding anything in this Constitution, shall apply to the State of Mizoram unless the Legislative Assembly of the State of Mizoram by a resolution so decides:

Clause (a) Provided that nothing in this clause shall apply to any Central Act in force in the Union territory of Mizoram immediately before the commencement of the Constitution Act, 1986;

Clause (b) The Legislative Assembly of the State of Mizoram shall consist of not less than forty members Therefore, option (c) is correct.