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1.The National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) was granted constitutional status by which Constitutional Amendment?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) 101st Amendment
b) 102nd Amendment
c) 103rd Amendment
d) 104th Amendment
Answer:<\/strong> b) 102nd Amendment
Explanation:<\/strong> The 102nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 2018, gave constitutional status to NCBC under Article 338B.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2.Which Article of the Constitution deals with the National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC)?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 338
b) Article 338A
c) Article 338B
d) Article 340
Answer:<\/strong> c) Article 338B
Explanation:<\/strong> Article 338B provides for the NCBC, its composition, functions, and powers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3.The NCBC was originally constituted in which year?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) 1987
b) 1993
c) 1997
d) 2000
Answer:<\/strong> b) 1993
Explanation:<\/strong> The NCBC was first set up in 1993 under the National Commission for Backward Classes Act, 1993.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4.The 102nd Amendment Act inserted which Article in the Constitution to recognize the Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBCs)?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 342A
b) Article 340A
c) Article 341A
d) Article 343A
Answer:<\/strong> a) Article 342A
Explanation:<\/strong> Article 342A empowers the President to specify the list of SEBCs for the Union and the States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5.Who appoints the Chairperson and Members of the NCBC?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) President of India
b) Prime Minister
c) Chief Justice of India
d) Parliament
Answer:<\/strong> a) President of India
Explanation:<\/strong> As per Article 338B, the Chairperson and Members are appointed by the President.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6.How many Members constitute the NCBC, including the Chairperson?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) 3
b) 4
c) 5
d) 6
Answer:<\/strong> c) 5
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC consists of a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and three other Members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7.Who is the current (2025) Chairperson of the NCBC?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Bhagwan Lal Sahni
b) Hansraj Gangaram Ahir
c) Ram Shankar Katheria
d) Justice G Rohini
Answer:<\/strong> b) Hansraj Gangaram Ahir
Explanation:<\/strong> As of 2025, Hansraj Ahir is the Chairperson of NCBC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8.NCBC was made a statutory body under which Act before getting constitutional status?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) National Commission for Backward Classes Act, 1990
b) National Commission for Backward Classes Act, 1991
c) National Commission for Backward Classes Act, 1993
d) None
Answer:<\/strong> c) National Commission for Backward Classes Act, 1993
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC was earlier a statutory body created by this Act.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9.Which Article empowers the NCBC to investigate and monitor safeguards for OBCs?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 338B(5)
b) Article 340(2)
c) Article 342A(1)
d) Article 341(2)
Answer:<\/strong> a) Article 338B(5)
Explanation:<\/strong> Article 338B(5) lists the duties and functions of the Commission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10.NCBC reports are submitted to:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Prime Minister
b) President of India
c) Parliament directly
d) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Answer:<\/strong> b) President of India
Explanation:<\/strong> Reports of NCBC are submitted to the President, who lays them before Parliament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

11.Which Commission recommended the establishment of a permanent body for OBCs?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Kalelkar Commission
b) Mandal Commission
c) Sarkaria Commission
d) Punchhi Commission
Answer:<\/strong> b) Mandal Commission
Explanation:<\/strong> The Mandal Commission (1979) recommended a permanent body for backward classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

12.Which Schedule of the Indian Constitution mentions OBCs?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) First Schedule
b) Second Schedule
c) None
d) Ninth Schedule
Answer:<\/strong> c) None
Explanation:<\/strong> OBCs are not mentioned in any Schedule; they are recognized under Articles 15(4), 16(4), and 338B.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

13.The power to include or exclude any community in the Central OBC list lies with:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) NCBC
b) Parliament
c) President (with Parliament\u2019s approval)
d) Supreme Court
Answer:<\/strong> c) President (with Parliament\u2019s approval)
Explanation:<\/strong> Article 342A provides this power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

14.The NCBC has powers equivalent to:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Election Commission
b) Civil Court
c) Supreme Court
d) High Court
Answer:<\/strong> b) Civil Court
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC enjoys powers of a Civil Court while investigating matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

15.How many backward classes are currently listed in the Central OBC list (approx)?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) 2,500
b) 3,000
c) 5,000+
d) 6,000+
Answer:<\/strong> d) 6,000+
Explanation:<\/strong> As per official records, over 6,000 communities are listed as OBCs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

16.Which Article allows special provisions for socially and educationally backward classes?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 14
b) Article 15(4)
c) Article 19(1)
d) Article 21
Answer:<\/strong> b) Article 15(4)
Explanation:<\/strong> Article 15(4) allows state to make special provisions for OBCs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

17.Which Article provides for reservation in public employment for OBCs?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 15(4)
b) Article 16(4)
c) Article 19(6)
d) Article 21A
Answer:<\/strong> b) Article 16(4)
Explanation:<\/strong> Article 16(4) provides for reservation in government jobs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

18.The concept of \u201cCreamy Layer\u201d was introduced by the Supreme Court in which case?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Indra Sawhney vs Union of India (1992)
b) Kesavananda Bharati (1973)
c) Minerva Mills (1980)
d) Champakam Dorairajan (1951)
Answer:<\/strong> a) Indra Sawhney vs Union of India (1992)
Explanation:<\/strong> The Court upheld OBC reservations but excluded the \u201ccreamy layer\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

19.The NCBC submits its report to the President annually or:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Once in 2 years
b) As required by President
c) Every 5 years
d) Only before elections
Answer:<\/strong> b) As required by President
Explanation:<\/strong> Reports can be annual or whenever the President requires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

20.The NCBC\u2019s advice regarding inclusion\/exclusion of castes in the OBC list is:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Binding on Government
b) Advisory only
c) Subject to approval of Supreme Court
d) Referred to States
Answer:<\/strong> a) Binding on Government
Explanation:<\/strong> After the 102nd Amendment, NCBC\u2019s advice is binding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

21.The tenure of the Chairperson and Members of NCBC is:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) 3 years
b) 4 years
c) 5 years
d) 6 years
Answer:<\/strong> c) 5 years
Explanation:<\/strong> They hold office for 5 years or until the age of 65 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

22.Who presents the NCBC report in Parliament?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Prime Minister
b) President
c) Speaker of Lok Sabha
d) Minister of Social Justice
Answer:<\/strong> b) President
Explanation:<\/strong> President lays the report before both Houses of Parliament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

23.Which Article empowered the President to appoint a Commission to investigate backward classes even before NCBC was created?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 340
b) Article 342
c) Article 338
d) Article 343
Answer:<\/strong> a) Article 340
Explanation:<\/strong> Article 340 provided for temporary Commissions for backward classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

24.Which of the following is NOT a function of NCBC?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Safeguard OBC rights
b) Advise on OBC inclusion\/exclusion
c) Reservation in legislatures
d) Report to President
Answer:<\/strong> c) Reservation in legislatures
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC has no role in reservation of seats in legislatures (which applies only to SC\/ST).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

25.The NCBC was given constitutional status during the tenure of which Prime Minister?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Atal Bihari Vajpayee
b) Dr. Manmohan Singh
c) Narendra Modi
d) P. V. Narasimha Rao
Answer:<\/strong> c) Narendra Modi
Explanation:<\/strong> The 102nd Amendment (2018) was passed during PM Modi\u2019s tenure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

26.Which of the following is true about NCBC after the 102nd Amendment?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) It became an advisory body only
b) It became a constitutional body
c) It was merged with National Commission for SCs
d) It was abolished
Answer:<\/strong> b) It became a constitutional body
Explanation:<\/strong> The 102nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 2018 gave NCBC constitutional status under Article 338B.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

27.The NCBC is responsible for:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Examining complaints of denial of rights to OBCs
b) Supervising OBC scholarships
c) Conducting OBC population census
d) Holding elections for OBC representation
Answer:<\/strong> a) Examining complaints of denial of rights to OBCs
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC investigates complaints regarding safeguards for OBCs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

28.Which Ministry is the NCBC associated with?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Ministry of Home Affairs
b) Ministry of Law and Justice
c) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
d) Ministry of Minority Affairs
Answer:<\/strong> c) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC functions under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

29.Which of the following is NOT a power of NCBC?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Summon witnesses
b) Requisition public records
c) Punish offenders directly
d) Receive petitions
Answer:<\/strong> c) Punish offenders directly
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC has powers of a Civil Court but cannot punish offenders directly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

30.The NCBC consists of:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Chairman + 2 Members
b) Chairman + 3 Members
c) Chairman + Vice Chairman + 3 Members
d) Chairman + Vice Chairman + 4 Members
Answer:<\/strong> c) Chairman + Vice Chairman + 3 Members
Explanation:<\/strong> Total = 5 members (Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and 3 other Members).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

31.The NCBC can investigate matters relating to:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) SCs only
b) STs only
c) OBCs only
d) Both SCs and OBCs
Answer:<\/strong> c) OBCs only
Explanation:<\/strong> SCs and STs have separate commissions under Articles 338 and 338A.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

32.Which Article deals with National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST)?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) 338A
b) 338B
c) 342
d) 340
Answer:<\/strong> a) 338A
Explanation:<\/strong> Article 338A provides for NCST, while Article 338B provides for NCBC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

33.The first OBC Commission was set up under which Article?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 340
b) Article 338
c) Article 342
d) Article 344
Answer:<\/strong> a) Article 340
Explanation:<\/strong> The first OBC Commission (Kalelkar Commission, 1953) was set up under Article 340.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

34.Which of the following was the first Backward Classes Commission?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Mandal Commission
b) Kalelkar Commission
c) Justice Rohini Commission
d) None of these
Answer:<\/strong> b) Kalelkar Commission
Explanation:<\/strong> The Kalelkar Commission (1953) was the first Backward Classes Commission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

35.The Mandal Commission submitted its report in:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) 1979
b) 1980
c) 1985
d) 1990
Answer:<\/strong> b) 1980
Explanation:<\/strong> Mandal Commission was set up in 1979 and submitted its report in 1980.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

36.The Mandal Commission recommended how much reservation for OBCs in central government jobs?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) 15%
b) 20%
c) 27%
d) 30%
Answer:<\/strong> c) 27%
Explanation:<\/strong> The Mandal Commission recommended 27% reservation for OBCs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

37.Which case upheld OBC reservation but introduced the concept of \u201ccreamy layer\u201d?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Indra Sawhney case (1992)
b) Champakam Dorairajan case (1951)
c) Kesavananda Bharati case (1973)
d) Ashoka Kumar Thakur case (2008)
Answer:<\/strong> a) Indra Sawhney case (1992)
Explanation:<\/strong> This landmark case upheld 27% OBC reservation but excluded the creamy layer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

38.The concept of \u201csocial and educational backwardness\u201d comes under which Article?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 15(4)
b) Article 16(4)
c) Article 46
d) All of the above
Answer:<\/strong> d) All of the above
Explanation:<\/strong> Articles 15(4), 16(4), and 46 allow special provisions for backward classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

39.The NCBC\u2019s recommendations regarding OBC inclusion\/exclusion are:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Binding on the Union Government
b) Advisory only
c) Subject to judicial review
d) Referred to Election Commission
Answer:<\/strong> a) Binding on the Union Government
Explanation:<\/strong> After 102nd Amendment, NCBC\u2019s recommendations are binding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

40.Which Article provides Directive Principles for promoting educational and economic interests of backward classes?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 38
b) Article 39
c) Article 46
d) Article 48
Answer:<\/strong> c) Article 46
Explanation:<\/strong> Article 46 directs the State to promote the interests of SCs, STs, and OBCs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

41.The NCBC functions are similar to those of:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) National Human Rights Commission
b) Civil Court
c) Election Commission
d) Planning Commission
Answer:<\/strong> b) Civil Court
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC has civil court powers for investigation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

42.Which Commission is responsible for recommending inclusion in the Central OBC list?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) NCBC
b) NCST
c) Election Commission
d) Law Commission
Answer:<\/strong> a) NCBC
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC recommends inclusion\/exclusion of castes in OBC list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

43.The NCBC was made a constitutional body in which year?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) 2016
b) 2017
c) 2018
d) 2019
Answer:<\/strong> c) 2018
Explanation:<\/strong> It became a constitutional body in 2018 via the 102nd Amendment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

44.The NCBC reports are tabled in:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Lok Sabha only
b) Rajya Sabha only
c) Both Houses of Parliament
d) State Assemblies
Answer:<\/strong> c) Both Houses of Parliament
Explanation:<\/strong> Reports are submitted to President, who places them before both Houses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

45.The NCBC tenure of members can end earlier if:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Removed by Prime Minister
b) Removed by President
c) Removed by Parliament resolution
d) Removed by Supreme Court
Answer:<\/strong> b) Removed by President
Explanation:<\/strong> Members hold office during the pleasure of the President.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

46.The NCBC was established under which Prime Minister initially (1993)?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Atal Bihari Vajpayee
b) P. V. Narasimha Rao
c) Rajiv Gandhi
d) Manmohan Singh
Answer:<\/strong> b) P. V. Narasimha Rao
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC was established in 1993 during Narasimha Rao\u2019s tenure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

47.The NCBC investigates:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Matters relating to SCs and STs
b) Matters relating to OBCs
c) Matters relating to minorities
d) Matters relating to women
Answer:<\/strong> b) Matters relating to OBCs
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC deals specifically with OBC-related matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

48.Which is correct about NCBC\u2019s powers?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) It can issue arrest warrants
b) It can summon witnesses
c) It can impose penalties
d) It can dismiss public servants
Answer:<\/strong> b) It can summon witnesses
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC has civil court powers such as summoning witnesses and records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

49.The NCBC\u2019s role is primarily:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Legislative
b) Executive
c) Advisory and Investigative
d) Judicial
Answer:<\/strong> c) Advisory and Investigative
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC\u2019s role is advisory and investigative regarding OBC safeguards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

50.The NCBC has its headquarters at:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Mumbai
b) Kolkata
c) New Delhi
d) Hyderabad
Answer:<\/strong> c) New Delhi
Explanation:<\/strong> The NCBC headquarters is located in New Delhi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

51.The NCBC is similar in structure to which other commissions?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) UPSC and SSC
b) Election Commission and Finance Commission
c) National Commission for SCs and STs
d) Law Commission
Answer:<\/strong> c) National Commission for SCs and STs
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC was modeled on the structure of NCSC (Art. 338) and NCST (Art. 338A).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

52.Which Article defines the President\u2019s power to specify the list of Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBCs)?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 341
b) Article 342A
c) Article 338B
d) Article 340
Answer:<\/strong> b) Article 342A
Explanation:<\/strong> Article 342A empowers the President to notify SEBCs for Union and States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

53.The NCBC must present reports to the President:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Once every 3 years
b) Once every 5 years
c) Annually and as required
d) Only once during its tenure
Answer:<\/strong> c) Annually and as required
Explanation:<\/strong> Reports are annual or whenever required by the President.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

54.Which Directive Principle mentions the promotion of weaker sections including OBCs?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 39(b)
b) Article 39A
c) Article 46
d) Article 48
Answer:<\/strong> c) Article 46
Explanation:<\/strong> Article 46 directs the State to promote SCs, STs, and weaker sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

55.The NCBC is empowered to advise the Union Government on:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Defense policy
b) Monetary policy
c) OBC policy and safeguards
d) Election reforms
Answer:<\/strong> c) OBC policy and safeguards
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC advises government on OBC-related policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

56.The NCBC is accountable to:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Supreme Court
b) Prime Minister
c) Parliament (through President)
d) State Governors
Answer:<\/strong> c) Parliament (through President)
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC submits reports to President, who lays them before Parliament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

57.The President can appoint a Commission to investigate backward classes under:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 340
b) Article 338B
c) Article 342A
d) Article 243
Answer:<\/strong> a) Article 340
Explanation:<\/strong> Article 340 empowers the President to appoint a Commission for backward classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

58.Which is the second Backward Classes Commission?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Kalelkar Commission
b) Mandal Commission
c) Rohini Commission
d) None
Answer:<\/strong> b) Mandal Commission
Explanation:<\/strong> Mandal Commission (1979) was the second Backward Classes Commission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

59.The Mandal Commission recommended OBC reservation in central services up to what percentage?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) 15%
b) 20%
c) 27%
d) 35%
Answer:<\/strong> c) 27%
Explanation:<\/strong> Mandal Commission recommended 27% reservation for OBCs in jobs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

60.The NCBC has the power to call:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Any public servant for questioning
b) Any State Chief Minister
c) Any private citizen only
d) Only Union Ministers
Answer:<\/strong> a) Any public servant for questioning
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC can summon officials during investigation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

61.The NCBC can act on:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Suo motu basis
b) References made by Government
c) Complaints from OBC citizens
d) All of the above
Answer:<\/strong> d) All of the above
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC can act suo motu, on government references, or OBC complaints.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

62.Which body determines the \u2018Creamy Layer\u2019 criteria for OBCs?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Parliament
b) NCBC
c) Union Government (DoPT\/Ministry of Social Justice)
d) Supreme Court
Answer:<\/strong> c) Union Government (DoPT\/Ministry of Social Justice)
Explanation:<\/strong> The government notifies income limits for Creamy Layer exclusion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

63.As per Indra Sawhney judgment, total reservations in public employment should not ordinarily exceed:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) 25%
b) 40%
c) 50%
d) 60%
Answer:<\/strong> c) 50%
Explanation:<\/strong> Supreme Court capped reservations at 50%, except in extraordinary cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

64. The NCBC replaced the earlier:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Backward Classes Ministry
b) National Minority Commission
c) National Commission for Backward Classes Act, 1993
d) None
Answer:<\/strong> c) National Commission for Backward Classes Act, 1993
Explanation:<\/strong> The 1993 Act was repealed when NCBC got constitutional status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

65. The NCBC is consulted in all policy matters concerning:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) OBC welfare and safeguards
b) Defence procurement
c) GST implementation
d) International treaties
Answer:<\/strong> a) OBC welfare and safeguards
Explanation:<\/strong> Article 338B mandates consultation with NCBC on OBC issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

66. Who lays the NCBC report before Parliament along with action taken?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Prime Minister
b) President
c) Speaker of Lok Sabha
d) Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Answer:<\/strong> b) President
Explanation:<\/strong> The President lays NCBC reports before both Houses with action taken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

67. Which Commission was constituted to examine sub-categorization of OBCs?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Kalelkar Commission
b) Justice Rohini Commission
c) Mandal Commission
d) Punchhi Commission
Answer:<\/strong> b) Justice Rohini Commission
Explanation:<\/strong> Justice Rohini Commission was set up in 2017 to study OBC sub-categorization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

68. The NCBC\u2019s recommendations are binding on:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) State Governments only
b) Union Government only
c) Both Union and States
d) Supreme Court
Answer:<\/strong> b) Union Government only
Explanation:<\/strong> Article 338B makes NCBC\u2019s advice binding on Union Government regarding Central OBC list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

69. Which Article provides that State OBC lists can differ from Central OBC list?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 342A(1)
b) Article 342A(2)
c) Article 338B(9)
d) Article 340(2)
Answer:<\/strong> b) Article 342A(2)
Explanation:<\/strong> Article 342A(2) allows States to maintain their own OBC lists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

70. Which body can review the progress of development programs for OBCs?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) NITI Aayog
b) NCBC
c) Finance Commission
d) Comptroller and Auditor General
Answer:<\/strong> b) NCBC
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC monitors and reviews development and safeguards for OBCs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

71. The NCBC can investigate matters related to violation of:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Fundamental Rights of OBCs
b) Directive Principles
c) Statutory rights and safeguards
d) All of the above
Answer:<\/strong> d) All of the above
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC can investigate violation of constitutional and statutory safeguards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

72.In which year did Parliament pass the bill giving constitutional status to NCBC?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) 2016
b) 2017
c) 2018
d) 2019
Answer:<\/strong> c) 2018
Explanation:<\/strong> The Constitution (102nd Amendment) Bill, 2018, was passed granting NCBC constitutional status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

73.The NCBC members hold office for 5 years or until:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) They complete 60 years of age
b) They complete 62 years of age
c) They complete 65 years of age
d) They resign voluntarily
Answer:<\/strong> c) They complete 65 years of age
Explanation:<\/strong> Tenure is 5 years or up to 65 years of age, whichever earlier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

74.Who has the final authority to notify inclusion\/exclusion of OBCs in Central List?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) NCBC
b) Parliament
c) President
d) Prime Minister
Answer:<\/strong> c) President
Explanation:<\/strong> The President notifies OBC list (Union), with Parliament\u2019s approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

75.Which Fundamental Right is directly linked with reservation for OBCs in jobs and education?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 14 (Equality before law)
b) Article 15 (Prohibition of discrimination)
c) Article 16 (Equality of opportunity in public employment)
d) Both Articles 15 and 16
Answer:<\/strong> d) Both Articles 15 and 16
Explanation:<\/strong> Articles 15(4) and 16(4) allow special provisions and reservations for OBCs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

76.The NCBC has jurisdiction over:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Only Union Territories
b) Only States
c) Entire India (Union + States)
d) Only Central Government Institutions
Answer:<\/strong> c) Entire India (Union + States)
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC works for OBCs across India, though states also have their own commissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

77.Which of the following is NOT true about NCBC?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) It has constitutional status
b) It can conduct investigations like a Civil Court
c) It can directly enforce its orders
d) It reports to the President
Answer:<\/strong> c) It can directly enforce its orders
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC\u2019s recommendations are binding, but it cannot enforce orders itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

78.The NCBC monitors the implementation of:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Fundamental Rights of all citizens
b) Safeguards for OBCs
c) Reservation in Judiciary
d) Defence policies
Answer:<\/strong> b) Safeguards for OBCs
Explanation:<\/strong> Article 338B empowers NCBC to monitor OBC safeguards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

79.Which body hears disputes if a caste\u2019s inclusion in OBC list is challenged?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) NCBC itself
b) Supreme Court\/High Courts
c) President
d) Parliament
Answer:<\/strong> b) Supreme Court\/High Courts
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC recommends, President notifies, but judicial review lies with Courts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

80.The Justice Rohini Commission was constituted in:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) 2016
b) 2017
c) 2018
d) 2019
Answer:<\/strong> b) 2017
Explanation:<\/strong> Justice Rohini Commission was set up in 2017 for sub-categorization of OBCs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

81.Who was the first Chairperson of NCBC after it became a constitutional body in 2018?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Bhagwan Lal Sahni
b) Hansraj Ahir
c) Ram Shankar Katheria
d) Justice G. Rohini
Answer:<\/strong> a) Bhagwan Lal Sahni
Explanation:<\/strong> Bhagwan Lal Sahni was the first constitutional Chairperson of NCBC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

82.Which is the statutory OBC body at the state level?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) NCBC
b) State Commission for Backward Classes
c) National SC Commission
d) Planning Board
Answer:<\/strong> b) State Commission for Backward Classes
Explanation:<\/strong> States have their own OBC Commissions under their respective laws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

83.The NCBC cannot interfere in which of the following?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) OBC reservation in jobs
b) OBC scholarship implementation
c) Political reservation in legislatures
d) Safeguards for OBCs in education
Answer:<\/strong> c) Political reservation in legislatures
Explanation:<\/strong> Only SCs\/STs have political reservation; NCBC has no role here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

84.Which Article ensures equality of opportunity in public employment, allowing OBC reservations?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 15
b) Article 16
c) Article 17
d) Article 18
Answer:<\/strong> b) Article 16
Explanation:<\/strong> Article 16(4) allows OBC reservations in public employment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

85.The NCBC is required to present its findings to:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Prime Minister directly
b) President of India
c) Chief Justice of India
d) Speaker of Lok Sabha
Answer:<\/strong> b) President of India
Explanation:<\/strong> Reports are submitted to President, who lays them before Parliament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

86.The NCBC plays a major role in:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Financial inclusion programs
b) Reservation policy and grievance redressal for OBCs
c) Defence procurement
d) International treaties
Answer:<\/strong> b) Reservation policy and grievance redressal for OBCs
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC ensures proper implementation of OBC reservations and rights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

87.The NCBC has the power to:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Summon records from any office
b) Appoint judges
c) Grant reservations directly
d) Enact laws
Answer:<\/strong> a) Summon records from any office
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC has Civil Court-like powers to summon records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

88.NCBC\u2019s powers are derived from:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Statutory law only
b) Article 338B of Constitution
c) Article 340 of Constitution
d) Presidential Orders
Answer:<\/strong> b) Article 338B of Constitution
Explanation:<\/strong> Article 338B lays down NCBC\u2019s constitutional status and powers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

89.The maximum OBC reservation allowed in Central Government jobs and education is:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) 15%
b) 22.5%
c) 27%
d) 30%
Answer:<\/strong> c) 27%
Explanation:<\/strong> Central OBC reservation is capped at 27% (excluding creamy layer).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

90.The Supreme Court judgment that restricted Parliament\u2019s power in OBC matters post-102nd Amendment was:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Indra Sawhney (1992)
b) Maratha Reservation Case (2021)
c) Kesavananda Bharati (1973)
d) Ashoka Kumar Thakur (2008)
Answer:<\/strong> b) Maratha Reservation Case (2021)
Explanation:<\/strong> SC held only President can notify SEBC list for states, not states themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

91.Following protests, which amendment restored states\u2019 power to identify OBCs?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) 101st Amendment
b) 102nd Amendment
c) 103rd Amendment
d) 105th Amendment
Answer:<\/strong> d) 105th Amendment
Explanation:<\/strong> The 105th Amendment (2021) restored states\u2019 power to identify OBCs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

92.The NCBC investigates safeguards provided under:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Constitution
b) Parliamentary laws
c) Presidential orders
d) All of the above
Answer:<\/strong> d) All of the above
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC safeguards OBC rights under Constitution, laws, and government orders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

93.Which Article abolished \u201cuntouchability\u201d?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 14
b) Article 15
c) Article 16
d) Article 17
Answer:<\/strong> d) Article 17
Explanation:<\/strong> Though directly for SCs, it forms the equality foundation benefitting OBC safeguards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

94.Which Article ensures special provisions for socially and educationally backward classes in education?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Article 15(4)
b) Article 16(4)
c) Article 19(1)
d) Article 21
Answer:<\/strong> a) Article 15(4)
Explanation: <\/strong>Article 15(4) permits reservations in educational institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

95.The NCBC has the power to:<\/mark><\/strong>
a) Conduct field visits and inquiries
b) Enforce laws directly
c) Pass constitutional amendments
d) Dissolve State Assemblies
Answer:<\/strong> a) Conduct field visits and inquiries
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC can investigate complaints and conduct on-site inquiries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

96.Who can remove the Chairperson of NCBC before his tenure ends?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Parliament
b) Supreme Court
c) President
d) Prime Minister
Answer:<\/strong> c) President
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC members hold office during the pleasure of the President.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

97.Which body ensures implementation of OBC quota in Central Educational Institutions?
<\/mark><\/strong>a) UGC
b) NCBC
c) AICTE
d) All of the above
Answer:<\/strong> d) All of the above
Explanation:<\/strong> UGC\/AICTE implement quotas, while NCBC monitors safeguards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

98.The NCBC cannot:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Monitor reservation policies
b) Investigate complaints of OBC denial
c) Directly provide reservation benefits
d) Summon government records
Answer:<\/strong> c) Directly provide reservation benefits
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC is advisory and investigative; reservation benefits are implemented by government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

99.NCBC headquarters is located at:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Hyderabad
b) Mumbai
c) New Delhi
d) Chennai
Answer:<\/strong> c) New Delhi
Explanation:<\/strong> NCBC headquarters is in New Delhi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

100.The main constitutional objective of NCBC is:
<\/mark><\/strong>a) Welfare of minorities
b) Safeguard interests of OBCs
c) Safeguard interests of SCs\/STs
d) Promote industrial growth
Answer:<\/strong> b) Safeguard interests of OBCs
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