Directorate of Distance Education, Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata All Questions

Correct Answer:  Enhance efficiency and competitiveness

Solution : The privatization of public sector enterprises under the New Economic Policy in India aimed to enhance efficiency and competitiveness by reducing government involvement and encouraging private sector participation.

Correct Answer: Article 44

Solution : The correct option is Article 44.

Article 44 of Part IV of the Indian Constitution states that the state shall endeavour to secure the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) throughout the territory of India. A UCC means that all sections of society irrespective of their

Correct Answer: It accelerated the process of Indian independence

Solution : Correct Option: 3
Explanation: The outcome of World War II accelerated the process of Indian independence. The war weakened the British Empire economically and politically, making it difficult for them to maintain control over their colonies, including India. This

Correct Answer: Both Kolkata and Mumbai

Solution : The correct answer is both Kolkata and Mumbai.

Kolkata and Mumbai each have the principal offices for two railway zones. Eastern Railway and South Eastern Railway have their headquarters in Kolkata, while Central Railway and Western Railway have their headquarters in

Correct Answer: National Commission, 30 days

Solution : Any person who feels wronged by a decision made by the State Commission may file an appeal against that decision with the National Commission within 30 days of the decision's date. Hence, the correct option is 3.

Correct Answer: Article 15(2)

Solution : The correct answer is Article 15 (2).

Prohibition of discrimination based on caste, religion, sex, or place of birth is outlined in Article 15. The state is prohibited from treating any citizen unfairly based only on their place of birth, race, caste, religion,

Correct Answer: All of the above

Solution : Correct Option: Option 4
Explanation: The reservation policy for Scheduled Castes in India aims to address economic disparities, political representation, and social discrimination, providing these communities with affirmative action to promote equality and social justice.

Correct Answer: Uttar Pradesh

Solution : The correct option is Uttar Pradesh.

According to the 2011 Census of India, the state with the highest population in India was Uttar Pradesh. Being one of the most populated states in India, it has a big influence on politics and demographics in the

Correct Answer: Skill development among the urban poor

Solution : The correct answer is (c) Skill development among the urban poor

The NULM was launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Government of India, with the goal of reducing poverty and vulnerability of urban poor households. It focuses

Correct Answer: Finance Commission

Solution : The correct answer is the Finance Commission.

According to Article 280 of the Indian Constitution, the Finance Commission of India is established every five years by the Indian President. It is an advisory body that deals with the distribution of tax revenues among