Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
Topic Notes: Pakistan Studies/Affairs
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
91
Under the 1919 Act, could the Governor dissolve the Provincial Legislative Council?
Answer:
Yes
The Governor had the power to dissolve the Legislative Council before the expiry of its term.
92
The 1919 Act was based on a report jointly signed by:
Answer:
Montagu and Chelmsford
It was based on the 'Report on Indian Constitutional Reforms' (Montagu-Chelmsford Report) published in July 1918.
93
What was the maximum strength of the Viceroy's Executive Council permitted by the 1919 Act?
Answer:
No fixed limit
The limit on the number of members (previously fixed) was removed, though in practice it was usually 6 or 7.
94
The British government declared that the 1919 reforms were a 'generous step'. Which party accepted this and entered the councils?
Answer:
National Liberal Federation
The Moderates left the Congress, formed the Indian National Liberal Federation (led by Surendranath Banerjea), and welcomed the reforms.
95
The 1919 Act introduced which type of voting for the first time in India?
Answer:
Direct Elections
It introduced direct elections, whereas 1909 had indirect elections.
96
Which province had the largest number of members in its Legislative Council under the 1919 Act?
Answer:
Bengal
Bengal had the largest council (around 139-140 members), reflecting its size and importance.
97
The 'Muddiman Committee' (1924) was appointed to:
Answer:
Inquire into the working of the Dyarchy/1919 Act
The Reforms Enquiry Committee, known as the Muddiman Committee, was set up to examine the working of the Constitution (Dyarchy) under the 1919 Act.
98
Who was the first Indian to become the President (Speaker) of the Central Legislative Assembly?
Answer:
Vithalbhai Patel
Vithalbhai Patel was elected as the first Indian President (Speaker) of the Assembly in 1925.
99
The office of the Auditor-General of India was given statutory recognition by:
Answer:
Act of 1919
The Government of India Act 1919 gave statutory basis and independence to the Auditor-General.
100
Which committee was associated with the separation of provincial finance from central finance?
Answer:
Meston Committee
The Meston Award (Committee) determined the financial contributions provinces had to make to the Centre and the division of revenue sources.