UPSC exam India Political Science Previous Year Papers 2007

1. Match the List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists –
List - I(Parliamentary Device) List - II(Substance)
(a) Cut Motion 1. To draw attention of the ministers on matters of urgent public importance
(b) Cali Attention 2. To draw attention of motion the Speaker towards incorrect or incomplete answer by ministers
(c) Privilege 3. To move a proposal Motion to reduce expenditure proposals
(d) Adjournment 4. To adjourn the Motion House before the expiry of time
5. Concludes discussion on demand for grants
Select the Codes :
A B C D

• 3 1 2 4
• 2 4 5 1
• 3 4 2 1
• 2 1 5 4

2. Consider the following statements –
1. Quo warranto is a very powerful instrument for safeguarding against the usurpation of public offices.
2. A High Court can issue a mandamus to compel a court or judicial tribunal to exercise its jurisdiction when it has refused to exercise it. Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?

• 1 only
• 2 only
• Both 1 & 2
• Neither 1 nor 2

3. How much is the quorum of a House of Parliament in India?

• One-half of the total membership of the House.
• One third of the total membership of the House.
• Two-third of the total membership of the House.
• One-tenth of the total membership of the House.