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Q1Consider the following statements regarding state commissions and oversight bodies in Rajasthan: 1. RPSC is constituted under Article 315. 2. Article 320 defines functions such as examinations and advice on recruitment and disciplinary matters. 3. The State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission is established under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993. 4. The Chairman and members of a State Public Service Commission hold office for 8 years or until 65 years of age, whichever is earlier. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Statement 1 is correct because Article 315 provides for Public Service Commissions for the Union and the states, including RPSC. Statement 2 is correct because Article 320 lays down functions including examinations and advice on recruitment and disciplinary matters. Statement 3 is incorrect because the State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission is under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. Statement 4 is incorrect because State Public Service Commission members hold office for 6 years or until 62 years of age, whichever is earlier.
Q2Consider the following statements about RPSC: 1. RPSC is constituted under Article 315 of the Constitution. 2. The Chairman and members of RPSC are appointed by the Governor of Rajasthan under Article 316. 3. RPSC is headquartered in Jaipur. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Statement 1 is correct because Article 315 provides for Public Service Commissions for the Union and the states, and RPSC is constituted under it. Statement 2 is correct because the RPSC Chairman and members are appointed by the Governor under Article 316. Statement 3 is incorrect because the RPSC headquarters as Ajmer, not Jaipur.
Q3Consider the following statements regarding the Rajasthan Public Service Commission: 1. Article 315 provides for Public Service Commissions for the Union and the states. 2. Article 320 lays down functions such as conducting examinations for appointment to state services and advising on recruitment and disciplinary matters. 3. The Chairman and members of a State Public Service Commission hold office for 8 years or until the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Statement 1 is correct because Article 315 provides for Public Service Commissions for the Union and states. Statement 2 is correct because Article 320 includes examinations for appointment and advice on recruitment and disciplinary matters. Statement 3 is incorrect because the State Public Service Commission tenure is 6 years from assumption of office or until the age of 62 years, whichever is earlier, not 8 years or 65 years.
Q4The Rajasthan State Information Commission was constituted under which Act?
The Rajasthan State Information Commission was constituted under the Right to Information Act, 2005 (RTI Act). Section 15 of the Act mandates every state government to constitute a State Information Commission. The commission handles appeals and complaints regarding information denial by public authorities.
Q5Rajasthan State Finance Commission recommends:
State Finance Commission (under Article 243-I) recommends principles for sharing state tax revenue with Panchayats and Municipalities.
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6With reference to the fire at SMS Hospital Jaipur (October 2025) and the subsequent actions taken, consider the following statements: 1. The fire broke out in the Neuro ICU of the Trauma Centre of Sawai Man Singh Hospital, Jaipur. 2. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) took suo motu cognizance of the incident under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993. 3. The NHRC has powers to directly award compensation to victims and enforce its orders like a civil court. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
7Consider the following statements about state commissions and accountability bodies in Rajasthan: 1. The Rajasthan State Information Commission is established under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. 2. The Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission is established under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993. 3. The Lokayukta investigates allegations of corruption and maladministration against ministers, MLAs and public servants of the state government. Which of the statements given above are correct?
8Consider the following statements about rights-related bodies and laws in Rajasthan: 1. Rajasthan passed its own Right to Information Act in 2000, before the national Act of 2005. 2. The RTI movement in Rajasthan was pioneered by MKSS led by Aruna Roy. 3. The Rajasthan Lokayukta and Up-Lokayukta Act was enacted in 1978. 4. The Rajasthan Dental Council was reconstituted under a National Dental Commission Act of 2021. Which of the statements given above are correct?
9Consider the following statements about State Information Commissions under the Right to Information Act, 2005: 1. Every State Government shall constitute a State Information Commission by notification in the Official Gazette. 2. The recommendation committee for appointing the State Chief Information Commissioner is headed by the Leader of Opposition. 3. The State Information Commission consists of the State Chief Information Commissioner and State Information Commissioners not exceeding ten. Which of the statements given above are correct?
10Consider the following statements about RPSC: 1. RPSC is constituted under Article 315 of the Constitution. 2. The Chairman and members of RPSC are appointed by the Governor of Rajasthan under Article 316. 3. Article 320 lays down functions such as conducting examinations and advising on recruitment and disciplinary matters. 4. RPSC is headquartered in Jaipur. Which of the statements given above are correct?
11Consider the following statements: 1. RIICO stands for Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation Limited. 2. RIICO was originally incorporated on 28 March 1969. 3. The RTI movement in Rajasthan was pioneered by MKSS led by Aruna Roy in the Devdungri area of Rajsamand. 4. Rajasthan passed its Right to Information Act after the national Right to Information Act of 2005. Which of the statements given above are correct?
12Consider the following statements about the Rajasthan Public Service Commission: 1. Article 315 provides for the constitution of a Public Service Commission for each state. 2. The Chairman and members of a State Public Service Commission are appointed by the Chief Minister. 3. Article 320 lays down the functions of the Public Service Commission. Which of the statements given above are correct?
13The State Human Rights Commission can inquire into violation of human rights by:
14Which Article of the Constitution defines the functions of the State Public Service Commission?
15The Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board (RSPCB) is responsible for: