86. Which of the following is NOT one of the effects of the emergency provisions mentioned in the
Indian Constitution?

(A) The President can issue ordinances that have the same force as Acts of
Parliament.

(B)_ The life of the Rajya Sabha can be extended by one year at a time.
(C) The Centre can give directions to the state governments on any matter.

(D) The fundamental rights of citizens can be suspended during a_ national
emergency.

87. The Constitution of India contains an exclusive provision for amendment. Which of the
following statements is TRUE about the amendment procedure in the Constitution of India?

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Amendments related to the admission or establishment of new states can be made by a
simple majority of the two houses of Parliament.

The amendment procedure balances the need for flexibility with the need for stability
and continuity.

The parliament has initiated the “basic structure” doctrine of the Constitution, which
cannot be amended.

(A) Only © and (ii) (B) Only (ii) and (iii)
(0 Only 0 and (iti) (D) All the above (i), (ii) and (ii)

88. Which of the following statements about the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) in
the Indian Constitution is NOT true?

(^) The DPSPs are meant to guide the government in its policy-making and decision-
making.

(B) The Directive Principles aim to improve people’s welfare by incorporating socio-
economic and political conditions into all aspects of life.

(C) The DPSPs are enforceable by any court in India.

(D) The DPSP seeks to establish economic and social democracy in the country.

89. Which among the following are the functions of the NHRC?

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To enquire complaints of violation of human rights or negligence in the prevention of
violation by a public servant

To study human rights treaties and international instruments, and recommend their
effective implementation to the government.

To spread human rights awareness and encourages efforts in human rights literacy at
national and international levels.

To hear complaints related to service matters and matters that are sub-judice.
(A) Only (i), (ii) and (iii) (B) Only (ii), (iii) and (iv)
(C) Only Qi, (iii) and (iv) (D) All the above (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)

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