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BPSC 2025 — Indian Polity & Governance Questions with Answers

All 38 Indian Polity & Governance previous-year questions from BPSC 2025, each with the correct answer and a full explanation. Practise them as a free, timed mock test with instant scoring.

1. Q1.Political Dynamics

   Answer the following questions : Discuss the direction of unity and coalition politics of opposition parties after the defeat of Aam Aadmi Party in Delhi Assembly Elections, 2025.

2. Q2.International Relations

   Answer the following questions : Rassia-Ukraine war has completed three years. Throwing light on the causes of this war, and discuss its effects on the World politics.

3. Q3.International Relations

   Answer the following questions : Analyze logically what the future of the United States of America will be at national and international level under the leadership of newly elected President Donald Trump.

4. Q4.Constitution & Social Reform

   Uttarakhand has became the first state to implement the Uniform Civil Code in India. Explain the Uniform Civil Code in this regard. Also explain with examples, what changes will it bring to the Indian society on social, cultural, religious and legal basis.

5. Q5.Emergency Provisions

   Or : Discuss the Constitutional provisions governing Presidents Rule in India, giving reasons for the imposition of Presidents Rule in Manipur recently and also evaluate its effectiveness in the present times.

6. Q6.Federalism & Elections

   Discuss the concept of 'One Nation, One Election' and its implication on the federal Structure of India. What are the potential advantages and disadvantages of synchronizing elections to the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies ? Analyze.

7. Q7.Women & Representation

   Or : Throwing light on the increasing women participation in Indian politics and society and the Women's Reservation Act, 2023 (Narishakti Vandan Act, 2023), Analyze the social, economic and political changes taking place in Indian society due to its implementation.

8. Q8.Fundamental Rights

   Write short answer of the following questions : Article – 32 is the "Heart and Soul of the Constitution of India". Explain.

9. Q9.Electoral Reforms

   Write short answer of the following questions : "Criminalisation of politics and politicisation of Criminals". Analyse this statement in the context of Bihar State.

10. Q10.Caste & Politics

    Write short answer of the following questions : "In India, at present caste is no more a social phenomenon, rather it is a political phenomenon". Do you agree with this statement ? Analyse and give reasons to support your answer.

11. Q11.Judiciary

    Write short answer of the following questions : What is collegium ? Why is it at the center of criticism ? Express your views.

12. Q12.Local Self Government

    Write short answer of the following questions : In the light of 73rd and 74th Amendment in the Constitution of India, discuss the role of Local Self Government in empowering the women at the grassroot level in Bihar.

13. Q13.Party System

    Trace the Evolution of Political Parties in India from one party dominance to the era of Coalition Governments. Has the coalition politics undermined the authority of the Prime Minister in India ? Give reasons. [19+19=38]

14. Q14.Centre-State Relations

    Or : "When there is a change Government at the Center, the Governor's also change." In the context of this statement examine the role of Governor in India as a link between the Center and the States. Can he in any way act according to his own discretion ? [19+19=38]

15. Q15.Language & Identity

    "Besides being a medium of communication, language has also been effective as a symbol of identity". In the light of this statement analyse the political impact of linguistic identity in India.

16. Q16.Federalism

    Or : Write an essay on the political and constitutional changes in Jammu and Kashmir after the abrogation of Article – 370.

17. Q17.Constitutional Bodies / Offices

    भारत के महान्यायवादी (Attorney General) के बारे में निम्नलिखित में से क्या सत्य है?

    • a)राष्ट्रपति को विधिक मामलों में परामर्श देता है।
    • b)सर्वोच्च न्यायालय के अतिरिक्त सुनवाई हेतु अर्ह नहीं है।
    • c)संसद के सदन की प्रक्रिया में भाग नहीं ले सकता है।
    • d)सरकार का पूर्ण कालिक सलाहकार है।
18. Q18.Centre-State Relations

    भारतीय संविधान की विभिन्न सूचियों के निम्नलिखित विषयों पर विचार कीजिए। निम्नलिखित में से कौन विषय समवर्ती सूची में आते हैं? 1) वन्यजीवों की सुरक्षा 2) कृषि पर आय 3) विद्युत उपभोग अथवा बिक्री पर कर 4) मूल्य नियंत्रण। इनमें से :

    • a)2 तथा 3 सही हैं
    • b)1 तथा 4 सही हैं
    • c)केवल 4 सही है
    • d)केवल 2 सही है
19. Q19.Directive Principles of State Policy

    निम्नलिखित में से कौन-सा नीति निदेशक तत्व गांधीवादी सिद्धांतों के अनुरूप नहीं है? 1) ग्राम पंचायतों का गठन 2) समान नागरिक संहिता 3) ग्रामीण और कुटीर उद्योगों की प्रोन्नति 4) काम का अधिकार

    • a)केवल 1
    • b)1 तथा 4
    • c)2 तथा 4
    • d)1 और 3
20. Q20.Union Executive

    केन्द्रीय सरकार के बारे में निम्न कथनों पर विचार कीजिए: 1) मंत्रालय तथा विभागों का निर्माण प्रधानमंत्री द्वारा कैबिनेट सचिव के परामर्श से होता है। 2) प्रत्येक सभा का मंत्रालय राष्ट्रपति द्वारा प्रधानमंत्री के परामर्श से आवंटित किया जाता है। इनमें से :

    • a)केवल 1 सही है
    • b)केवल 2 सही है
    • c)1 और 2 सही हैं
    • d)न तो 1 सही है और न ही 2 सही है
21. Q21.Fundamental Rights

    भारतीय संविधान मौलिक अधिकारों पर औचित्यपूर्ण (reasonable) प्रतिबंध का प्रावधान करता है, किन्तु औचित्य निर्धारित करते समय ध्यान में रखना चाहिए कि: 1) सामान्य जन का हित संरक्षित हो 2) विद्यमान सामाजिक मूल्य एवं सामाजिक आवश्यकताएं अवरोध न बनें 3) राज्य के नीति निदेशक सिद्धांतों को नजर अंदाज किया जा सकता है 4) सामूहिक हित बाधक नहीं है। इनमें से :

    • a)2 और 3 सही हैं
    • b)1 और 2 सही हैं
    • c)केवल 4 सही है
    • d)केवल 1 सही है
22. Q22.Parliament — Sessions

    संसदीय प्रक्रिया से संबंधित निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिए: 1) सदन को आहूत करना (समन करना) सत्र का प्रारंभ है। 2) स्थगन से सत्रावसान (prorogation) होता है। 3) विघटन सदन को समाप्त करता है। 4) स्थगन सदन के नेता द्वारा अकेले किया जा सकता है। इनमें से कौन-सा सही नहीं है?

    • a)1 तथा 4
    • b)2 तथा 3
    • c)केवल 2
    • d)केवल 4
23. Q23.Parliament — Motions

    निन्दा प्रस्ताव (Censure Motion) के बारे में क्या सत्य है?

    • a)यह अविश्वास प्रस्ताव से भिन्न नहीं है।
    • b)यह अविश्वास प्रस्ताव से भिन्न है।
    • c)इस प्रस्ताव में कारण का उल्लेख करना अनिवार्य नहीं है।
    • d)सदन की अनुमति इसे प्रस्तावित करने हेतु आवश्यक नहीं है।
24. Q24.Government

    With reference to the Government of India, consider the following information : In how many of the above rows is the information correctly matched?

    • a)Only one
    • b)Only two
    • c)All the three
    • d)None
25. Q25.Executive

    With reference to the Indian polity, consider the following statements : I. An Ordinance can amend any Central Act. II. An Ordinance can abridge a Fundamental Right. III. An Ordinance can come into effect from a back date. Which of the statements given above are correct?

    • a)I and II only
    • b)II and III only
    • c)I and III only
    • d)I, II and III
26. Q26.Constitutional Bodies

    With reference to India, consider the following : I. The Inter-State Council II. The National Security Council III. Zonal Councils How many of the above are Constitutional bodies?

    • a)Only one
    • b)Only two
    • c)All the three
    • d)None
27. Q27.Governor

    Consider the following statements : I. The Constitution of India explicitly mentions that in certain spheres the Governor of a State acts in his/her own discretion. II. The President of India can, of his/her own, reserve a bill passed by a State Legislature for his/her consideration without it being forwarded by the Governor of the State concerned. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    • a)I only
    • b)II only
    • c)Both I and II
    • d)Neither I nor II
28. Q28.Directive Principles

    Consider the following pairs : Provision in the Constitution of India Stated under I. Separation of Judiciary from the Executive in the public services of the State : The Directive Principles of the State Policy II. Valuing and preserving of the rich heritage of our composite culture : The Fundamental Duties III. Prohibition of employment of children below the age of 14 years in factories : The Fundamental Rights How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

    • a)Only one
    • b)Only two
    • c)All the three
    • d)None
29. Q29.Constitution

    Consider the following statements: With reference to the Constitution of India, if an area in a State is declared as Scheduled Area under the Fifth Schedule I. the State Government loses its executive power in such areas and a local body assumes total administration of such areas. II. the Union Government can take over the total administration of such areas under certain circumstances on the recommendations of the Governor. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    • a)I only
    • b)II only
    • c)Both I and II
    • d)Neither I nor II
30. Q30.Governance

    With reference to India, consider the following pairs: Organization : Union Ministry I. The National Automotive Board : Ministry of Commerce and Industry II. The Coir Board : Ministry of Heavy Industries III. The National Centre for Trade Information : Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

    • a)Only one
    • b)Only two
    • c)All the three
    • d)None
31. Q31.Governor

    With reference to the Indian polity, consider the following statements : I. The Governor of a State is not answerable to any court for the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of his/her office. II. No criminal proceedings shall be instituted or continued against the Governor during his/her term of office. III. Members of a State Legislature are not liable to any proceedings in any court in respect of anything said within the House. Which of the statements given above are correct?

    • a)I and II
    • b)II and III
    • c)I and III
    • d)I, II and III
32. Q32.Government Schemes

    Consider the following statements about 'PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana' : I. It targets installation of one crore solar rooftop panels in the residential sector. II. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy aims to impart training on installation, operation, mainte-nance and repairs of solar rooftop systems at grassroots levels. III. It aims to create more than three lakhs skilled manpower through fresh skilling, and up-skilling, under scheme component of capacity building. Which of the statements given above are correct?

    • a)I and II only
    • b)I and III only
    • c)II and III only
    • d)I, II and III
33. Q33.Executive

    Consider the following statements with regard to pardoning power of the President of India: I. The exercise of this power by the President can be subjected to limited judicial review. II. The President can exercise this power without the advice of the Central Government. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    • a)I only
    • b)II only
    • c)Both I and II
    • d)Neither I nor II
34. Q34.Parliament

    Consider the following statements: I. On the dissolution of the House of the People, the Speaker shall not vacate his/her office until immediately before the first meeting of the House of the People after the dissolution. II. According to the provisions of the Constitution of India, a Member of the House of the People on being elected as Speaker shall resign from his/her political party immediately. III. The Speaker of the House of the People may be removed from his/her office by a resolution of the House of the People passed by a majority of all the then Members of the House, provided that no resolution shall be moved unless at least fourteen days' notice has been given of the intention to move the resolution. Which of the statements given above are correct?

    • a)I and II only
    • b)II and III only
    • c)I and III only
    • d)I, II and III
35. Q35.Parliament

    Consider the following statements: I. If any question arises as to whether a Member of the House of the People has become subject to disqualification under the 10th Schedule, the President's decision in accordance with the opinion of the Council of Union Ministers shall be final. II. There is no mention of the word 'political party' in the Constitution of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    • a)I only
    • b)II only
    • c)Both I and II
    • d)Neither I nor II
36. Q36.Federalism

    Consider the following statements: Statement I: In India, State Governments have no power for making rules for grant of concessions in respect of extraction of minor minerals even though such minerals are located in their territories. Statement II: In India, the Central Government has the power to notify minor minerals under the relevant law. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

    • a)Statement I and Statement II are correct and Statement II explains Statement I
    • b)Statement I and Statement II are correct but Statement II does not explain Statement I
    • c)Statement I is correct but Statement II is not correct
    • d)Statement I is not correct but Statement II is correct
37. Q37.Local Government

    Consider the following statements: I. Panchayats at the intermediate level exist in all States. II. To be eligible to be a Member of a Panchayat at the intermediate level, a person should attain the age of thirty years. III. The Chief Minister of a State constitutes a commission to review the financial position of Panchayats at the intermediate level and to make recommendations regarding the distribution of net proceeds of taxes and duties, leviable by the State, between the State and Panchayats at the intermediate level. Which of the statements given above are not correct?

    • a)I and II only
    • b)II and III only
    • c)I and III only
    • d)I, II and III
38. Q38.Constitutional Bodies

    Consider the following statements about Lokpal : I. The power of Lokpal applies to public servants of India, but not to the Indian public servants posted outside India. II. The Chairperson or a Member shall not be a Member of the Parliament or a Member of the Legislature of any State or Union Territory, and only the Chief Justice of India, whether incumbent or retired, has to be its Chairperson. III. The Chairperson or a Member shall not be a person of less than forty-five years of age on the date of assuming office as the Chairperson or Member, as the case may be. IV. Lokpal cannot inquire into the allegations of corruption against a sitting Prime Minister of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    • a)III only
    • b)II and III
    • c)I and IV
    • d)None of the above statements is correct