No.1 PSC Learning App
Consider the following statements about the State Finance Commission:
It reviews the financial position of panchayats and municipalities.
The Governor appoints its members.
It has the powers of a civil court under the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908.
Which of these statements is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the role of the Finance Commission:
It acts as a balancing wheel of fiscal federalism in India.
Its report is submitted to the Parliament for approval.
It can recommend financial assistance to municipalities directly.
Which of these statements is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the role of the Finance Commission:
It acts as a balancing wheel of fiscal federalism in India.
Its report is submitted to the Parliament for approval.
It can recommend financial assistance to municipalities directly.
Which of these statements is/are correct?
Consider the following statements about the State Finance Commission:
It is constituted under Article 243-I and Article 243-Y.
It consists of a maximum of five members, including the chairman.
Its recommendations are binding on the state government.
Which of these statements is/are correct?
Consider the following statements about the functions of the Finance Commission:
It recommends the distribution of taxes between the Centre and States.
It supervises the tax collection mechanisms of the Union government.
It advises on measures to augment the consolidated fund of states for local bodies.
Which of these statements is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the composition of the Finance Commission:
It consists of a chairman and four other members.
Members are appointed by the Prime Minister.
The qualifications of members are determined by Parliament.
Which of these statements is/are correct?
Consider the following statements about the Finance Commission of India:
It is a constitutional body established under Article 280.
Its recommendations are binding on the Union government.
The chairman must have experience in public affairs.
Which of these statements is/are correct?
Consider the following statements:
(1) The Chairman of the SPSC is not eligible for any other employment under the Government of India or a state after their term.
(2) The SPSC’s annual report includes a memorandum explaining cases where its advice was not accepted.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Consider the following statements:
(1) The Governor can exclude certain posts and services from the SPSC’s consultation through regulations.
(2) The SPSC is consulted on claims for pensions due to injuries sustained by state civil servants.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Consider the following statements:
(1) The President can remove an SPSC member for misbehaviour after an enquiry by the Supreme Court.
(2) The SPSC’s recommendations are advisory and not binding on the state government.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Consider the following statements:
(1) The SPSC is a constitutional body under Part XIV of the Constitution.
(2) The Joint State Public Service Commission (JSPSC) is established by an act of Parliament.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Which one of the following statements is NOT TRUE for the SPSC?
(i) The SPSC’s expenses are not subject to a vote in the state legislature.
(ii) The Supreme Court has held that failure to consult the SPSC does not invalidate government decisions.
(iii) The SPSC can be consulted on any matter referred to it by the President.
(iv) The state legislature can amend or repeal regulations made by the Governor regarding matters excluded from SPSC consultation.
Which one of the following statements is NOT TRUE for the SPSC?
(i) The SPSC is known as the ‘watchdog of the merit system’ in the state.
(ii) The Governor can appoint an acting Chairman if the office of the Chairman is vacant.
(iii) The SPSC’s functions include advising on promotions and transfers in state services.
(iv) The President appoints the Chairman and members of the SPSC.
Which one of the following statements is NOT TRUE for the SPSC?
(i) The SPSC is not consulted on matters related to cadre management or training.
(ii) The Kerala PSC currently has 21 members.
(iii) The SPSC can be consulted on claims for reimbursement of legal expenses by civil servants.
(iv) The Chairman of the SPSC is eligible for reappointment to the same office.
Which one of the following statements is NOT TRUE for the SPSC?
(i) The President can remove an SPSC member for engaging in paid employment outside their official duties.
(ii) The SPSC’s recommendations are binding on the state government.
(iii) The Governor determines the conditions of service for the SPSC Chairman and members.
(iv) The SPSC submits an annual report to the Governor.
Which one of the following statements is NOT TRUE for the SPSC?
(i) The SPSC is a constitutional body established under Articles 315–323.
(ii) The Chairman of the SPSC can be appointed as a member of the UPSC after completing their term.
(iii) The SPSC is consulted on all disciplinary matters affecting state civil servants.
(iv) The SPSC’s jurisdiction can be extended to local bodies by the Governor’s regulation.
Consider the following statements:
(i) The SPSC conducts examinations for appointments to state services.
(ii) The Governor can appoint an acting Chairman of the SPSC if the Chairman is unable to perform duties due to absence.
(iii) A member of the SPSC, after completing their term, is eligible for appointment as the Chairman of the UPSC.
(iv) The Supreme Court’s advice is not binding on the President in cases of SPSC member removal for misbehaviour.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements:
(i) The Governor appoints the Chairman and members of the SPSC, but only the President can remove them.
(ii) The SPSC is not consulted on matters related to reservations for backward classes or claims of Scheduled Castes and Tribes.
(iii) The conditions of service of the SPSC Chairman and members can be varied to their disadvantage after appointment.
(iv) The SPSC’s recommendations are binding on the state government.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements:
(i) The SPSC is a constitutional body established under Part XIV of the Constitution.
(ii) The Joint State Public Service Commission (JSPSC) is a constitutional body created by the President.
(iii) The SPSC submits an annual performance report to the Governor, which is placed before both Houses of the state legislature.
(iv) The state legislature can extend the jurisdiction of the SPSC to local bodies and public institutions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements:
(i) The Governor can suspend a member of the SPSC during an enquiry for misbehaviour referred to the Supreme Court.
(ii) The advice of the Supreme Court in cases of misbehaviour by an SPSC member is binding on the President.
(iii) The SPSC is consulted on all matters related to the classification of state services.
(iv) The expenses of the SPSC, including salaries and pensions, are charged on the Consolidated Fund of the State.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements:
(i) The number of members of the State Public Service Commission is determined by the Governor at his discretion.
(ii) The Constitution prescribes specific qualifications for all members of the SPSC.
(iii) The tenure of the Chairman and members of the SPSC is 6 years or until they attain the age of 62 years, whichever is earlier.
(iv) The Chairman of the SPSC can be reappointed for a second term after completing the first term.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which of the following statements are true about the independence of the SPSC?
I. The conditions of service of the SPSC Chairman cannot be altered to their disadvantage after appointment.
II. The Chairman of an SPSC is eligible for appointment to the UPSC after their term.
III. The salaries of the SPSC Chairman and members are subject to a vote in the state legislature.
IV. A member of the SPSC is not eligible for reappointment to the same office.
Which of the following statements are true about the SPSC’s role and limitations?
I. The SPSC is known as the ‘watchdog of the merit system’ in state services.
II. The SPSC is consulted on reservations of appointments for backward classes.
III. The SPSC advises on the suitability of candidates for promotions and transfers.
IV. The state government is not bound to accept the SPSC’s recommendations.
Which of the following statements are true regarding the removal of SPSC members?
I. The President can remove an SPSC member for insolvency without consulting the Supreme Court.
II. The Governor can suspend an SPSC member during an enquiry for misbehaviour.
III. Misbehaviour includes being interested in a contract made by the Government of India or a state.
IV. The Governor can remove an SPSC member for physical or mental incapacity.
Which of the following statements are true for the SPSC?
I. The Governor determines the conditions of service for the Chairman and members of the SPSC.
II. The SPSC is consulted on all matters related to the classification of state services and cadre management.
III. The SPSC submits an annual performance report to the Governor, which is placed before the state legislature.
IV. The SPSC’s jurisdiction can be extended to local bodies and public institutions by an act of the state legislature.
Examine the following statements about the Joint State Public Service Commission (JSPSC):
a. A JSPSC is a constitutional body created by an act of Parliament on the request of the concerned state legislatures.
b. The Chairman and members of a JSPSC are appointed by the President and hold office for a term of 6 years or until the age of 62, whichever is earlier.
Examine the following statements about the independence of the SPSC:
a. The expenses of the SPSC, including salaries and pensions, are charged on the Consolidated Fund of the state and are not subject to a vote in the state legislature.
b. The Chairman of the SPSC is eligible for reappointment to the same office after completing their first term.
Examine the following statements about the functions of the SPSC:
a. The SPSC conducts examinations for appointments to state services and advises on disciplinary matters affecting state civil servants.
b. The SPSC’s recommendations are binding on the state government, and failure to consult the SPSC invalidates government decisions.
Examine the following statements about the removal of SPSC members:
a. The Chairman and members of the SPSC can be removed by the Governor for reasons such as insolvency or engaging in paid employment outside their duties.
b. The President can remove an SPSC member for misbehaviour only after an enquiry by the Supreme Court, whose advice is binding.
Examine the following statements regarding the appointment and tenure of the State Public Service Commission (SPSC):
a. The Governor has the power to appoint the Chairman and members of the SPSC, and their number is fixed by the Constitution.
b. The tenure of the Chairman and members of the SPSC is 6 years or until they attain the age of 62, whichever is earlier.
Consider the following statements about the State Finance Commission:
i. It is constituted under Articles 243-I and 243-Y of the Constitution.
ii. It has the powers of a civil court for summoning witnesses and requisitioning documents.
iii. Its members are appointed by the President of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements about the Central Finance Commission:
i. It is a quasi-judicial body constituted under Article 280 of the Constitution.
ii. Its recommendations are advisory and not binding on the Government of India.
iii. It recommends measures to improve the financial position of municipalities directly.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which of the following statements are correct about the historical and current Finance Commissions?
i. The First Central Finance Commission was chaired by K.C. Neogy.
ii. The Second Central Finance Commission was chaired by K. Santhanam.
iii. The 16th Central Finance Commission is chaired by Dr. Arvind Panagariya.
iv. The 7th State Finance Commission of Kerala was chaired by Sri. P.M. Abraham.
v. The Finance Commission is appointed every three years.
Which of the following statements are correct about the reporting process of the Finance Commissions?
i. The Central Finance Commission submits its report to the President of India.
ii. The State Finance Commission submits its report to the State Legislative Assembly.
iii. The President lays the Central Finance Commission’s report before Parliament with an explanatory memorandum.
iv. The Governor submits the State Finance Commission’s report to the State Legislative Assembly.
v. The recommendations of both Commissions are binding on the respective governments.
Which of the following statements are correct about the State Finance Commission?
i. It is constituted under Articles 243-I and 243-Y of the Constitution.
ii. It consists of a maximum of three members, including the chairman.
iii. It has the authority to summon witnesses and requisition public records.
iv. Its recommendations are binding on the State Government.
v. It submits its report to the Governor.
Which of the following statements are correct about the functions of the Central Finance Commission?
i. It recommends principles for grants-in-aid to states from the Consolidated Fund of India.
ii. It allocates funds directly to panchayats and municipalities.
iii. It advises on any matter referred by the President in the interest of sound finance.
iv. It supervises the financial accounts of the Union Government.
v. It recommends the distribution of tax proceeds between the Centre and states.
Which of the following statements are correct about the composition and qualifications of the Central Finance Commission?
i. The Finance Commission consists of a chairman and four other members appointed by the President.
ii. The chairman must have specialized knowledge of economics.
iii. One member must have wide experience in financial matters and administration.
iv. The qualifications of members are determined by the State Government.
v. Members are eligible for reappointment.
Which of the following statements is/are correct about the reporting process of the Finance Commissions?
i. The Central Finance Commission submits its report to the President, who presents it to both Houses of Parliament.
ii. The State Finance Commission submits its report to the State Legislative Assembly directly.
iii. The President provides an explanatory memorandum on actions taken based on the Central Finance Commission’s recommendations.
Which of the following statements is/are correct about the State Finance Commission?
i. The State Finance Commission is constituted under Article 243-I and Article 243-Y of the Constitution.
ii. The Commission consists of a maximum of five members, including the chairman.
iii. The Commission has the powers of a civil court under the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, for certain matters.
Which of the following statements is/are correct about the functions of the Central Finance Commission?
i. It recommends the distribution of net proceeds of taxes between the Centre and the states.
ii. It supervises the tax collection mechanisms of the Union and State Governments.
iii. It suggests measures to augment the Consolidated Fund of a State to support panchayats and municipalities.
Which of the following statements is/are correct about the qualifications of members of the Central Finance Commission?
i. The chairman must have experience in public affairs.
ii. One member must be a judge of a High Court or qualified to be appointed as one.
iii. All members must have specialized knowledge of economics.
Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Central Finance Commission?
i. The Finance Commission is constituted under Article 280 of the Constitution of India as a quasi-judicial body.
ii. The President of India appoints the chairman and four members, who are not eligible for reappointment.
iii. The recommendations of the Finance Commission are binding on the Government of India.
Which of the following statements are correct about the functions of the Finance Commission?
It recommends measures to augment the Consolidated Fund of a state to support panchayats and municipalities.
It determines the principles governing grants-in-aid to states from the Centre.
It directly allocates funds to local bodies like panchayats and municipalities.
Which of the following statements are correct about the advisory role of the Finance Commission?
The Finance Commission’s recommendations are advisory and not binding on the Union government.
P.V. Rajamannar, Chairman of the Fourth Finance Commission, emphasized that recommendations should not be rejected without compelling reasons.
The Finance Commission has the authority to enforce its recommendations.
Which of the following statements are correct about the State Finance Commission?
The State Finance Commission reviews the financial position of panchayats and municipalities.
The Commission has the powers of a civil court under the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908.
The State Finance Commission’s recommendations are binding on the state government.
Which of the following statements are correct about the composition of the Finance Commission?
The Finance Commission consists of a chairman and four other members appointed by the President.
The qualifications of the members are determined by the Parliament.
All members of the Finance Commission must have specialized knowledge of economics.
The Constitution envisages the Finance Commission as the "balancing wheel of fiscal federalism." Which of its functions most directly supports this characterization?
Evaluate the following pairs regarding key figures associated with Finance Commissions:
Dr. Arvind Panagariya : Chairman of the First Finance Commission of India.
Sri. P.M. Abraham : Chairman of the 7th State Finance Commission of Kerala.
K. Santhanam : Chairman of the Second Finance Commission of India.
How many of the above pairs are incorrectly matched?
Which of the following accurately describes the role of the President of India in relation to the Central Finance Commission?
i. The President constitutes the commission and specifies the period for which the members will hold office.
ii. The President refers matters to the commission in the interests of sound finance.
iii. The President can turn down the recommendations of the commission if there are compelling reasons.
iv. The President submits the commission's report before both Houses of Parliament along with an explanatory memorandum.