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UPSC Prelims 2024 (PYQs) UPSC Prelims 2024 (PYQs) on Indian Polity cover important topics such as Parliament procedures, powers of the Speaker, Bills and law-making process, writs, Scheduled Tribes, Budget process, Constitutional amendments, North Eastern Council, Delimitation Commission, Constitutional provisions, Union and State Lists, Fundamental Rights, defence administration, and political parties. These questions help students understand how UPSC asks questions from Polity and improve their basic concepts.These questions are highly useful for the preparation of UPSC CSE, CAPF-AC, CDS, State PCS and other competitive examinations. Prepared by Study Indepth | UPSC • CAPF-AC • CDS Preparation UPSC Prelims 2024 (PYQs) - Indian Polity 1. With reference to the Speaker of the Lok Sabha, consider the following statements: UPSC 2024 While any resolution for the removal of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha is under consideration 1. He/She shall no...

UPSC Prelims PYQs - Indian Polity UPSC Prelims PYQs on Indian Polity (Topic-wise) Topic-wise UPSC Prelims PYQs on Indian Polity covering Fundamental Rights (Articles 12–35), Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP), and Fundamental Duties . The questions include important areas such as writs, judicial custody, constitutional remedies, reservation, and Rule of Law. Highly useful for UPSC CSE, CAPF-AC, CDS, State PCS and other competitive examinations. FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS Prepared by Study Indepth | UPSC • CAPF-AC • CDS Preparation 1. Consider the following statements: UPSC 2023 Statement-I: The Supreme Court of India has held in some judgments that the reservation policies made under Article 16(4) of the Constitution of India would be limited by Article 335 for maintenance of efficiency of administration. Statement-II: Article 335 of the Constitution of India defines the term 'efficiency of administration...

UPSC Prelims PYQs on Indian Polity (Topic-wise) HISTORICAL UNDERSTANDINGS Chapter-wise UPSC Prelims PYQs on Indian Polity covering Historical Understandings including Government of India Act 1919, Government of India Act 1935, Diarchy, and Federation. These questions are highly useful for UPSC CSE, CAPF-AC, CDS, State PCS and other competitive examinations. 📘 Related Polity Content: Complete UPSC Indian Polity PYQs (Topic-wise) Prepared by Study Indepth | UPSC • CAPF-AC • CDS Preparation 1. The Government of India Act of 1919 clearly defined UPSC 2015 (a) the separation of power between the judiciary and the legislature (b) the jurisdiction of the central and provincial governments (c) the powers of the Secretary of State for India and the Viceroy (d) None of the above 2. In the context of Indian history, the principle of 'Dyarchy (diarchy)' refers to: UPSC 2017 (a) Division of the central legisla...

Sources of the Constitution — Quick Revision Notes Study Indepth Study Indepth 2025-09-16 2025-09-16 The Indian Constitution is inspired by several world constitutions and historical documents. Its makers borrowed the best provisions suited to Indian needs. These quick notes summarise key sources like the Government of India Act 1935, British, U.S., Irish, Canadian, Australian, and other constitutions for UPSC and other exam revision. Government of India Act, 1935 Federal scheme Office of Governor Judiciary Emergency provisions Administrative details Public Service Commission British Constitution Parliamentary form of government Rule of law Legislative procedure Single citizenship Cabinet system Prerogative writs, Parliamentary privileg...

Vice-President Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar Resigns – Simple Notes for Students Vice-President Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar Resigns India’s Vice-President Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned from his post on 21 July 2025 because of health reasons . His resignation was given to the President of India under Article 67(a) of the Constitution and was accepted on 22 July 2025 . Shri Dhankhar was the 14th Vice-President of India and served from 11 August 2022 to 21 July 2025. Earlier, he was the Governor of West Bengal (2019–2022) . He became only the third Vice-President in Indian history to resign before completing his term. The other two were: V.V. Giri (1969) – resigned to contest the Presidential election R. Venkataraman (1987) – resigned to contest the Presidential election Eligibility for Vice-President Must be Indian citizen At least 35 years old Qualified to be Rajya Sabha member Registered voter in any parliamentary constituency Ca...

Impeachment of Chief Election Commissioner The Election Commission of India is one of the most powerful constitutional bodies that ensures free and fair elections in the country. To protect its independence, the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) enjoys special safeguards in terms of tenure and removal process. Constitutional Basis Article 324(5), Constitution of India: CEC can be removed “ in like manner and on like grounds as a Supreme Court Judge .” Purpose: To secure independence of the Election Commission from executive interference. Grounds for Removal Same as Supreme Court Judges under Article 124(4) : Proved misbehaviour or Incapacity Removal Procedure (Same as Supreme Court Judge) Motion introduced in either House of Parliament (needs support of at least 50 MPs to admit). Inquiry into charges by an inquiry/judicial committee. Voting in each House: Majority of total membersh...

Schedules of the Indian Constitution Mnemonic: TEARS OF OLD PM # Key Theme Mnemonic 1 Territories T 2 Emoluments E 3 Affirmations (Oaths) A 4 Rajya Sabha seats R 5 Scheduled Areas S 6 Other Tribal Areas O 7 Federal Structure (Lists) F 8 Official Languages O 9 Land Reforms L 10 Defection (Anti-defection law) D 11 Panchayats P 12 Municipalities M T → Territories (First Schedule) Contains: Names, boundaries, and territories of States & UTs. Current: 28 States + 8 UTs Articles: 1 to 4 E → Emoluments (Second Schedule) Contains: Salaries & privileges of President, Governors, Speakers & Dy. Speakers, Chairpersons & Dy. Chairpersons, Judges of SC & HCs, CAG. Articles: 59(3),75(4), 99, 124(...

Parts of the Indian Constitution — Mnemonic Parts of the Indian Constitution — Mnemonic U Can Fly Directly From US to UP to Meet Civil Servent Ram; Fruits Taste Sweet To Eat So Only Eat Maggi As Tasty Snack. Trick (word) Part Subject Articles U Part I The Union & its Territories 1 – 4 Can Part II Citizenship 5 – 11 Fly Part III Fundamental Rights 12 – 35 Directly Part IV Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) 36 – 51 From Part IV-A Fundamental Duties 51A U Part V The Union (President, Parliament, etc.) 52 – 151 S Part VI The States (Governor, State Legislature, etc.) 152 – 237 Part VII States in Part B of the First Schedule (Repealed) 238 U Part VIII The Union Territories 239 – 242 P Part IX The Panchayats 243 – 243O Meet Part IX-A The Municipal...

Vice-President of India – Elections, Powers, Facts | Super Easy Notes Vice-President of India Basic Article 63 : There shall be a Vice-President of India. 2nd highest office after the President. Based on the American system. Election Elected indirectly by MPs of Lok Sabha & Rajya Sabha (elected + nominated). States legislative assemblies are not involved. Voting : Proportional Representation, Single transferable vote, Secret Ballot. Disputes settled by the Supreme Court . 4 VPs elected unopposed so far. Qualifications Indian citizen . ...

The Governor THE GOVERNOR I. Basic Info Articles: 153 to 167 (Part VI) Head of State: Constitutional/Nominal head Agent of Centre First Woman Governor: Sarojini Naidu (UP, 1947–49) II. Appointment & Tenure Appointed by: President (Central Nominee) Not elected (directly or indirectly) Model: Canadian (from GOI Act 1935) 7th Amendment: One person – multiple states Resignation: To President Term: 5 years (no fixed security) Holds office till successor arrives III. Qualifications Indian Citizen 35+ years Convention: Outsider + CM consulted (not always followed) IV. Oath & Office Oath by: Chief Justice of HC (or senior-most judge) No MP/MLA/Other Office of Profit V. Privileges & Immunity Salary decided by Parliament (not reduced) No criminal case/arrest 2-month civil case notice (personal act) Full immun...

President of India - Complete Notes The President of India is the constitutional head of the state, symbol of unity and integrity, and performs crucial executive, legislative, financial, judicial, and emergency functions. The President of India (Articles 52 to 78 – Part V: Union Executive) I. Position and Role Head of the Indian State Nominal executive (real power lies with PM & CoM) First citizen of India Symbol of unity, integrity & solidarity Only Dr. Rajendra Prasad served two terms II. Election of the President(Article 54) Method: Indirect Election via Electoral College Proportional representation system Single transferable vote , secret ballot Electoral College Includes: Elected MPs of Lok Sabha & Rajya Sabha Elected MLAs of State Legislative Assemblies Elected MLAs of Delhi & Puducherry Excludes: Nominated members of LS, RS, and SLA Members of Legislative Councils Nominated MLAs o...