UPSC Polity Question
Consider the following pairs of Schedules of the Constitution of India and its subject matter: 1. Second Schedule: Provisions for emoluments, allowances, privileges 2. Fourth Schedule: Forms of Oaths or Affirmations 3. Seventh Schedule: Division of powers between the Union and the States 4. Eleventh Schedule: Powers, authority and responsibilities of Municipalities How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
A. Only one
B. Only two
C. Only three
D. All four
Correct Answer:
B. Only two
Explanation:
Pair 1 is correct: The Second Schedule deals with emoluments and allowances. Pair 2 is incorrect: The Fourth Schedule deals with the allocation of seats in the Rajya Sabha. The Third Schedule contains the forms of Oaths. Pair 3 is correct: The Seventh Schedule deals with the division of powers (Union, State, and Concurrent lists). Pair 4 is incorrect: The Eleventh Schedule deals with Panchayats. The Twelfth Schedule deals with Municipalities.