Ten MCQs on current International and national events - 199

PRERNA FOR IAS

(ASSOCIATE OF SAMKALP)

A-Category MCQs -199

Q1. Right to Protest and the Doctrine of Proportionality

In the context of restrictions imposed on public movement during demonstrations, consider the following statements:

1. Article 19(1)(b) guarantees citizens the right to assemble peaceably and without arms.
2. The right to peaceful assembly is absolute and cannot be restricted in the interest of public order.
3. The doctrine of proportionality requires that restrictions on fundamental rights should not exceed what is necessary to achieve a legitimate objective.
4. Restrictions on public transport may affect the constitutional interests of citizens who are not participating in demonstrations.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1, 3 and 4 only (c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Correct Answer: (b) 1, 3 and 4 only

Explanation: The supplied summaries discuss extensive restrictions on public transport and movement ahead of proposed demonstrations in Delhi. Article 19(1)(b) protects peaceful assembly, but Article 19(3) permits reasonable restrictions in the interests of public order and India's sovereignty and integrity. Statement 2 is incorrect because this freedom is not absolute. The doctrine of proportionality requires authorities to select measures appropriate to genuine security risks without unnecessarily restricting citizens' freedoms. Blanket restrictions can affect workers, patients and students who are not involved in protests. Hidden trap: Public-order powers do not automatically justify every preventive restriction. Elimination clue: Reject Statement 2 because it describes a qualified fundamental right as absolute.

Q2. Electoral Rolls, Form 7 and Universal Adult Suffrage

With reference to electoral-roll revision in India, consider the following statements:

1. Form 7 can be used to object to the inclusion of a name in an electoral roll or seek deletion of an existing entry.
2. Article 326 provides for elections to the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies on the basis of adult suffrage.
3. An objection submitted through Form 7 automatically results in deletion without verification or an opportunity for the affected voter to respond.
4. Safeguards against bulk or unsupported deletion requests can help protect eligible voters.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1, 2 and 4 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Correct Answer: (a) 1, 2 and 4 only