state government quiz set 4 MCQ Questions & Answers Detailed Explanation

Answer: (a)

Though the Governor is the executive head of the State and a part of the state legislature and the administration of the State is carried on in his name, the people of the State or their representatives have no say in the matter of his/ her appointment.

While the President is elected by the representatives of the people, namely, the Members of Parliament and the Members of the State Legislatures, the Governor is merely appointed by the President which really means, by the Union Council of Ministers.

In as much as the Governor holds office during the pleasure of the President, there is no security of his tenure. He/she can be removed by the President at any time.

Answer: (d)

Answer: (b)

It is said to be a brainchild of former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the concept of the mobile court is based on the pressing need to take the administration of civil and criminal justice closer to the people so that those living in remote areas are able to benefit without incurring the expenses of travelling to courts at distant places.

Answer: (d)

Answer: (d)

The seven current union territories are:

1. Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
2. Chandigarh.
3. Dadra and Nagar Haveli.
4. Daman and Diu.
5. Delhi (National Capital Territory of Delhi)
6. Lakshadweep.
7. Puducherry (Pondicherry)

Answer: (d)

Prohibition writ is issued by the high court to the lower courts to stop legal action. A writ of prohibition is a writ directing a subordinate to stop doing something the law prohibits.

In practice, the court directs the clerk to issue the writ and directs the Sheriff to serve it on the subordinate, and the clerk prepares the writ and gives it to the Sheriff, who serves it.