Q1. Which of the following is not a responsibility under the Representation of the People Act, 1951?
- Registration of electors
- Conduct of elections
- Disqualification of MPs/MLAs
- Corrupt practices and election offences
Correct Option: 1. Registration of electors.
Explanation: Registration of electors is covered under the Representation of the People Act, 1950. The 1951 Act deals with election conduct, disqualification, offences, and disputes.
Q2. What does the Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 1968 regulate?
- Regulation of electoral rolls
- Reservation of seats for SC/ST
- Party registration procedure
- Allocation of election symbols to parties and candidates
Correct Option: 4. Allocation of election symbols to parties and candidates.
Explanation: The 1968 Order lays down rules for the recognition of political parties and the reservation/allotment of symbols to candidates contesting elections.
Q3. Which body adjudicates disputes related to disqualification of MPs/MLAs under the RPA, 1951?
- President or Governor
- High Court
- Election Commission
- Supreme Court
Correct Option: 3. Election Commission.
Explanation: Under the Representation of the People Act, 1951, if there is a dispute regarding disqualification, it is referred to the Election Commission, which gives its opinion to the President (for MPs) or Governor (for MLAs).
Q4. Which of the following rules mandates the declaration of assets and liabilities by elected members of Parliament?
- Conduct of Election Rules, 1961
- Representation of the People Act, 1950
- Members of Lok Sabha (Declaration of Assets and Liabilities) Rules, 2004
- Delimitation Act, 2002
Correct Option: 3. Members of Lok Sabha (Declaration of Assets and Liabilities) Rules, 2004.
Explanation: These 2004 rules require Members of Parliament to declare their assets and liabilities within 90 days of taking oath, promoting transparency and accountability.
Q5. Which Article of the Constitution provides for elections to be conducted under the supervision of the Election Commission?
- Article 81
- Article 324
- Article 330
- Article 170
Correct Option: 2. Article 324.
Explanation: Article 324 vests the superintendence, direction, and control of elections in the Election Commission of India, covering elections to Parliament, State Legislatures, and the offices of President and Vice-President.