MCQs
I'll provide all the MCQs with detailed explanations in a single, comprehensive response.
1. How many levels of Government shall be in the federal structure of Nepal?
1
2
3
4
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Answer: 3. 3
Explanation:
According to Article 56 of the Constitution of Nepal 2072 BS (2015 AD), Nepal has three levels of government:
Federal Government (National level)
Provincial Government (7 provinces)
Local Government (753 local units)
This three-tier federal structure was established to ensure decentralization and effective governance.
2. What is/are the features of Nepalese federal system?
Division of powers
Separation of power
Independent judiciary
A written constitution
Now choose the right option
2, 3
1, 4
1, 2
1, 3, 4
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Answer: 4. 1, 3, 4
Explanation:
Division of powers (1): The Constitution divides powers between federal, provincial, and local governments (Schedule 5-9).
Independent judiciary (3): Article 126 establishes an independent judiciary.
A written constitution (4): Nepal has a written constitution adopted in 2015.
Separation of power (2): While there is some separation, the parliamentary system in Nepal has fusion rather than strict separation between executive and legislature.
3. On which principle, the Presidential Government operates?
Division of powers
Centralization of powers
Balance of powers
Separation of powers
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Answer: 4. Separation of powers
Explanation:
Presidential systems operate on the principle of separation of powers where:
Executive, legislative, and judicial branches are separate and independent
The president is both head of state and head of government
The president is not a member of the legislature
Examples: United States, Brazil, Philippines
This differs from parliamentary systems where there is fusion of executive and legislature.
4. In which country, the parliamentary form of government was first introduced?
India
France
USA
UK
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Answer: 4. UK
Explanation:
The parliamentary system originated in the United Kingdom (Britain).
It evolved gradually from the 13th century Magna Carta through the Glorious Revolution of 1688.
Key developments:
1689: Bill of Rights established parliamentary supremacy
18th century: Development of cabinet government
19th century: Emergence of modern party system
The UK system became the model for many Commonwealth countries.
5. Which of following is not the current governance system of Nepal, as provisioned by the constitution of Nepal?
Federal governance system
Multi-tier government system
Democratic republican governance system
Executive power rests with heads of state system
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Answer: 4. Executive power rests with heads of state system
Explanation:
Federal governance system (1): Yes, established by Article 56.
Multi-tier government system (2): Yes, three-tier system (federal, provincial, local).
Democratic republican governance system (3): Yes, established by Article 4.
Executive power rests with heads of state system (4): NO. In Nepal's parliamentary system:
Executive power rests with the Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister (Article 76)
The President is ceremonial head of state with limited powers
This is NOT a presidential system where executive power rests with the head of state.
6. Parliamentary system of governance implies
Power is vested with elected legislature
Elected by people
Cabinet system
Presence of unitary government
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Answer: 3. Cabinet system
Explanation:
The parliamentary system is fundamentally a cabinet system characterized by:
Fusion of executive and legislative branches
Cabinet (Council of Ministers) is drawn from and responsible to the legislature
Head of government (Prime Minister) is usually the leader of the majority party in parliament
Collective responsibility of the cabinet to the legislature
Can be dissolved through no-confidence motions
While other options may be features, "cabinet system" is the core implication.
7. Which of the following statement is/are not correct?
Recognition of Nepal as a federal democratic republic nation
President to be elected by the constituent assembly on the basis of the political consensus
Sovereignty and state authority inherent in the Nepalese people
Secularism
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Answer: 2. President to be elected by the constituent assembly on the basis of the political consensus
Explanation:
Statement 2 is INCORRECT because:
According to Article 70 of the Constitution, the President is elected by an Electoral College comprising:
Members of the Federal Parliament
Members of the Provincial Assemblies
Not by Constituent Assembly (which dissolved after constitution promulgation)
Based on voting, not just political consensus
Other statements are CORRECT:
Statement 1: Article 4 declares Nepal as federal democratic republic
Statement 3: Article 2 states sovereignty vested in Nepalese people
Statement 4: Article 4 establishes secularism
8. The President of Nepal is elected by
Elected members of Houses of Representatives
Members of both Houses of federal Parliament
Elected Electoral College composed of the members of federal parliament and state assemblies
Elected members of Houses of the state legislatures
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Answer: 3. Elected Electoral College composed of the members of federal parliament and state assemblies
Explanation:
According to Article 70 of the Constitution:
President is elected by an Electoral College
Electoral College consists of:
Members of the Federal Parliament (House of Representatives and National Assembly)
Members of the Provincial Assemblies (all 7 provinces)
Weightage system: Votes of provincial assembly members count less than federal parliament members
Simple majority required for election
9. Which of the following is not a merit of the presidential system?
Unity of control
Ministerial accountability
Official recognition of the opposition
Parliamentary Surveillance in government
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Answer: 4. Parliamentary Surveillance in government
Explanation:
Parliamentary surveillance is a feature of parliamentary systems, NOT presidential systems.
In presidential systems:
Executive is separate from legislature
Legislature cannot remove executive through no-confidence
Limited legislative oversight compared to parliamentary systems
Merits of presidential system include:
Unity of control (president as single executive)
Ministerial accountability (to president, not legislature)
Official recognition of opposition (in some systems)
10. Which one is not the merit of presidential Governance system?
Political Stability is its greater virtue
Head of the state is directly accountable to people
Legislature parliament is free from government making process
Excessive authority in executive can make the executive authoritarian
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Answer: 4. Excessive authority in executive can make the executive authoritarian
Explanation:
Option 4 describes a DEMERIT (drawback), not a merit.
Merits of presidential system include:
Political stability (fixed terms)
Direct accountability to people (through elections)
Legislature free from government formation
This demerit refers to potential for authoritarianism due to:
Concentration of power in single executive
Lack of legislative checks in some cases
Potential for abuse of emergency powers
11. The benefits of federal system include
Citizens that may find it easier to participate in the policy-making process working with the Central government
Central governments that may be more sensitive to the needs and desire of people
Less populated and remote areas of the country that can find a voice in their own provincial government
All of above
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Answer: 4. All of above
Explanation:
All statements are benefits of federal system:
Easier citizen participation: Local governments closer to people allow better participation.
Sensitive central government: Competition among provinces can make central government more responsive.
Voice for remote areas: Provincial governments can represent local interests better than distant central government.
Additional benefits include:
Accommodation of regional diversity
Laboratory for policy experimentation
Checks and balances through multiple governments
12. Which of following is/are the Current governance system of Nepal, as provisioned by the constitution of Nepal?
Federal governance system
Multi-tier government system
Democratic republican governance system
All of above
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Answer: 4. All of above
Explanation:
According to the Constitution of Nepal 2072 BS:
Federal governance system (Article 56): Three-tier government structure.
Multi-tier government system: Federal, provincial, and local levels.
Democratic republican governance system (Article 4): Nepal is a federal democratic republic.
All three descriptions accurately characterize Nepal's current governance system.
13. Which is not demerit of unitary governance system?
Excessive dependence of people to the centre
Huge work load to central level
Poor utilization and mobilization of local resources
Coordination and cooperation among governments bodies is easier
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Answer: 4. Coordination and cooperation among governments bodies is easier
Explanation:
Option 4 is actually a MERIT of unitary systems, not a demerit.
Demerits of unitary systems include:
Excessive centralization (option 1)
Central government overload (option 2)
Poor local resource utilization (option 3)
Merits of unitary systems include:
Easier coordination (single authority)
Uniform policies nationwide
Quick decision-making
Cost-effective administration
14. The most essential feature of the Parliamentary form of Government is the
Sovereignty of the Parliament
Written constitution
Accountability of the executive to the legislature
Independent judiciary
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Answer: 3. Accountability of the executive to the legislature
Explanation:
Accountability of executive to legislature is the DEFINING FEATURE of parliamentary systems:
Council of Ministers responsible to legislature
Can be removed through no-confidence motion
Must maintain majority support in parliament
Regular questioning and oversight by legislature
Other features may exist but are not defining:
Sovereignty of parliament (UK has, but India doesn't absolutely)
Written constitution (not in UK)
Independent judiciary (present in many systems)
15. Who can promulgate ordinances when the parliament is not in session?
Chairman of national assembly
Council of Ministers
President
Speaker of HoR
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Answer: 3. President
Explanation:
According to Article 114 of the Constitution:
President promulgates ordinances on recommendation of Council of Ministers
Conditions for ordinance:
When Parliament (both houses) is not in session
Circumstances exist requiring immediate action
Ordinance has same force as Act of Parliament
Must be approved by Parliament within 60 days of next session
President acts on advice of Council of Ministers in this matter.
16. Which one is not the merit of Unitary Government?
Inefficient in diversity of management
Uniformity in Governance
Quick decision
Uniform Citizenship
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Answer: 1. Inefficient in diversity of management
Explanation:
Option 1 is actually a DEMERIT, not a merit.
Merits of unitary government include:
Uniformity in governance (option 2)
Quick decision-making (option 3)
Uniform citizenship and laws (option 4)
Inefficiency in diversity management occurs because:
Central government may not understand local needs
One-size-fits-all policies may not suit all regions
Lack of local autonomy in decision-making
17. The benefits of the unitary system include
Government that can more easily be held accountable by its citizens
Government that can more easily promote national unity
Citizenry that can expect the same level of government services in all regions
All of the above
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Answer: 4. All of the above
Explanation:
All statements are benefits of unitary systems:
Easier accountability: Single government makes it clearer who is responsible.
Promotes national unity: Uniform policies and administration reduce regional disparities.
Uniform services: Equal standards of service delivery across country.
Additional benefits:
Cost-effective administration
Quick implementation of policies
Clear chain of command
Less duplication of functions
18. Which one of the following is a drawback of the presidential system?
Free Government during emergency
Dictatorship of the council of ministers
In functionability of the exact separation of power
The Government can be authoritarian
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Answer: 4. The Government can be authoritarian
Explanation:
Potential authoritarianism is a significant drawback of presidential systems:
Concentration of power in single executive
Fixed terms mean cannot be removed easily
May use emergency powers excessively
Checks and balances may fail in practice
Other options are less accurate:
Option 1: Emergency powers exist in many systems
Option 2: More relevant to parliamentary systems
Option 3: Separation is functional but creates gridlock
19. Which one of the following is a characteristic of presidential system?
Supremacy of constitution
Powerful lower house
Powerful council of ministers to the legislature
Accountability of the president
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Answer: 4. Accountability of the president
Explanation:
Accountability of president is key in presidential systems:
Directly accountable to people through elections
Not accountable to legislature (cannot be removed by no-confidence)
Accountable through impeachment for serious crimes
Fixed term provides stability but also accountability at election time
Other options are less characteristic:
Constitution supremacy (present in many systems)
Powerful lower house (more parliamentary)
Powerful council to legislature (parliamentary feature)
20. Parliamentary form of government is run by
Emperor
Council of Minister
President
Dictator
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Answer: 2. Council of Minister
Explanation:
Parliamentary systems are run by Council of Ministers because:
Executive power vested in Council of Ministers
Headed by Prime Minister
Collectively responsible to legislature
Makes policy decisions and implements laws
Can be constitutional monarchies (king/emperor as ceremonial head) or republics (president as ceremonial head)
In Nepal: Council of Ministers headed by PM runs government, President is ceremonial.
21. Federal Legislature in Nepal is
Unicameral
Bicameral
Multi cameral
None
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Answer: 2. Bicameral
Explanation:
According to Article 83 of the Constitution:
Federal Parliament of Nepal is bicameral (two houses)
Consists of:
House of Representatives (Lower House): 275 members
National Assembly (Upper House): 59 members
Different compositions and functions:
HoR: Directly elected, main legislative power
NA: Partly elected, partly nominated, revisionary role
22. The system of government in which there is only one level of government is known as
Unitary government
Federal
Both a&b
Neither a nor b
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Answer: 1. Unitary government
Explanation:
Unitary government: Single central government with all power
May have local administrations but they derive authority from center
Examples: UK, France, Japan (before Nepal was unitary until 2015)
Federal government: Multiple levels with constitutional division of power
Central and regional governments both have original authority
Examples: USA, India, Germany, Nepal (since 2015)
Unitary = one level; Federal = multiple levels.
23. What are the main objectives of a federal system?
To safeguard and promote unity of the country
To accommodate regional diversity
Both a&b
Neither a nor b
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Answer: 3. Both a&b
Explanation:
Federal systems aim to achieve BOTH objectives:
Safeguard and promote unity:
Maintain territorial integrity
Ensure common defense and foreign policy
Protect national interests
Accommodate regional diversity:
Recognize different ethnic, linguistic, cultural groups
Allow regional autonomy in certain matters
Address regional disparities and aspirations
This dual objective is the essence of federalism: "unity in diversity."
24. Which one is not the demerit of Parliamentary Governance System?
Political instability is more as compared to presidential system
Head of the Government and Council of Minister are accountable to the parliament
Government with majority in legislature parliament violates the principle of separation of power
Legislature becomes engaged in government making business which constrains its business of law making
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Answer: 2. Head of the Government and Council of Minister are accountable to the parliament
Explanation:
Option 2 is actually a MERIT/FEATURE, not a demerit.
Accountability to parliament is the defining feature and key strength of parliamentary systems.
Actual demerits include:
Political instability (coalition governments, no-confidence)
Violation of separation of power (fusion of executive-legislature)
Legislature distracted by government-making
Dominant executive when majority is strong
25. Match List I and List II and select the correct answer:
List I (a) Presidential system (b) Unitary system (c) Parliamentary system (d) Federal system
List II
Close relationship between the executive and the Legislature
Separation of power
Division of power
Centralization of power
a-2, b-4, c-1, d-3
a-3, b-1, c-2, d-4
a-4, b-2, c-3, d-1
a-1, b-3, c-4, d-2
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Answer: 1. a-2, b-4, c-1, d-3
Explanation:
a-2: Presidential system → Separation of power
b-4: Unitary system → Centralization of power
c-1: Parliamentary system → Close relationship between executive and legislature
d-3: Federal system → Division of power
This matching correctly identifies the core characteristic of each system.
26. In which article of the Constitution of Nepal has three levels of structures of state been provisioned?
Articles -55
Article -56
Article -57
Articles-58
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Answer: 2. Article -56
Explanation:
Article 56: Structure of State explicitly establishes three levels:
Clause (1): "Nepal shall have following three levels of state structure: (a) Federal level (b) State (Provincial) level (c) Local level"
Article 55 mentions "Formation of State"
Article 57 deals with "Powers of Federal level"
Article 58 deals with "Powers of State level"
27. Which part of our constitution envisages a three tier system of governance?
7
4
9
5
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Answer: 4. 5
Explanation:
Part 5 of the Constitution of Nepal is titled: "Structure of State and Distribution of State Power"
Contains Articles 56-77 which establish:
Three-tier structure (Article 56)
Powers of federal, provincial, local levels
Relations between different levels
Legislative procedures
Other parts:
Part 7: Federal Legislature
Part 4: Directive Principles, Policies and Responsibilities of the State
Part 9: Judiciary
28. How many national level political parties are there in Nepal at present?
5
4
6
7
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Answer: 4. 7
Explanation:
As of current information (2024), there are 7 national level political parties in Nepal:
Nepali Congress (NC)
Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist-Leninist) - CPN-UML
Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist Centre) - CPN-MC
Rashtriya Swatantra Party (RSP)
Rashtriya Prajatantra Party (RPP)
Janata Samajwadi Party (JSP)
Nagrik Unmukti Party (NUP)
Recognition as national party requires meeting Election Commission criteria including vote percentage and geographic representation.
29. As per the Constitution of Nepal which of the following bill is submitted only in the House of Representatives of Nepal
Money Bill
Bill relating to power of State Government
Administrative Bill
Bill relating to State Structure
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Answer: 1. Money Bill
Explanation:
According to Article 110 of the Constitution:
Money Bills can only originate in House of Representatives
Definition of Money Bill (Article 110(2)):
Imposition, collection, abolition, remission of taxes
Government borrowing or guarantees
Custody of Consolidated Fund, contingency funds
Appropriation of funds from Consolidated Fund
Matters listed in the Federal Legislative List relating to monetary/fiscal policies
National Assembly can only recommend amendments within 15 days.
30. If the President wants to resign, he/she shall address his letter of resignation to
Chief Justice of Nepal
Prime Minister of Nepal
Vice-President of Nepal
Speaker of lower house
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Answer: 3. Vice-President of Nepal
Explanation:
According to Article 70(8) of the Constitution:
"The President may, by writing under his/her hand addressed to the Vice-President, resign his/her office."
Process:
President submits resignation to Vice-President
Vice-President assumes office as Acting President
Election for new President must be held within 6 months
This ensures continuity of the office without vacuum.
31. How many districts are there where one Representative is elected from each district?
26
30
35
41
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Answer: 3. 35
Explanation:
According to Schedule 1 of the Constitution and Election Commission data:
Total 165 members elected through First-Past-The-Post (FPTP) system
These are distributed across 165 constituencies
35 districts have only 1 constituency each
Remaining districts have multiple constituencies based on population
The 35 single-constituency districts are mainly smaller, less populated districts.
32. According to the Constitution of Nepal, one should be years of age to become a candidate for the President of Nepal?
25
35
45
50
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Answer: 3. 45
Explanation:
According to Article 70(2) of the Constitution:
Qualification for President includes:
"having completed the age of forty-five years"
Other qualifications:
Qualified to be member of Federal Parliament
Not disqualified by any law
Not holding any office of profit
33. What is the minimum age laid down for a candidate to seek election to the House of Representative?
18
25
21
35
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Answer: 2. 25
Explanation:
According to Article 87 of the Constitution:
Qualification for House of Representatives member:
"having completed the age of twenty-five years"
Other qualifications:
Must be citizen of Nepal
Must be voter listed in electoral roll
Not disqualified by federal law
For National Assembly: Minimum age 35 years (Article 86).
34. How many members are there in House of Representative in Nepal?
110
165
275
630
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Answer: 3. 275
Explanation:
According to Article 84 of the Constitution:
House of Representatives has 275 members
Elected through mixed electoral system:
165 members: First-Past-The-Post (FPTP) from constituencies
110 members: Proportional Representation (PR) system
Term: 5 years (unless dissolved earlier)
Represents population proportionally
35. According to the Constitution of Nepal, what is the provision of minimum age criteria to be of the National Assembly at the time of nomination?
55
45
35
25
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Answer: 3. 35
Explanation:
According to Article 86 of the Constitution:
Qualification for National Assembly member:
"having completed the age of thirty-five years"
Other qualifications:
Must be citizen of Nepal
Not holding any office of profit
Not disqualified by federal law
Higher age than HoR (25) reflects more experienced membership.
36. How many members are there in the National Assembly in Nepal?
56
59
110
175
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Answer: 2. 59
Explanation:
According to Article 86 of the Constitution:
National Assembly has 59 members
Composition:
56 elected members (8 from each of 7 provinces through Electoral College)
3 members nominated by President on recommendation of Government
Election method: Single Transferable Vote system
Term: 6 years (staggered: 1/3 retire every 2 years)
37. How many members are nominated to the National Assembly by the President?
8
5
3
7
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Answer: 3. 3
Explanation:
According to Article 86(2) of the Constitution:
"Three members, including at least one woman, shall be nominated by the President on recommendation of the Government of Nepal."
These are distinguished persons in various fields
Purpose: Include expertise not represented through elections
Same term as elected members (6 years)
38. The term of office of one third of the members of the National Assembly expire in
Every two years
Every year
Every five years
Every three years
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Answer: 1. Every two years
Explanation:
According to Article 86(5) of the Constitution:
"The term of office of the members of the National Assembly shall be six years. The term of office of one-third of the members of the National Assembly shall expire in every two years."
This staggered system ensures:
Continuity in the Upper House
Institutional memory preserved
Prevents complete change at once
Similar to US Senate (1/3 every 2 years)
39. According to present Constitution of Nepal, what percentage of total members of state Assembly to be elected through the first-past-the-post electoral system?
40%
50%
70%
60%
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Answer: 4. 60%
Explanation:
According to Article 176 of the Constitution:
Provincial Assembly members elected through mixed system:
60% through First-Past-The-Post (FPTP)
40% through Proportional Representation (PR)
Example: If Province has 100 members:
60 elected from constituencies (FPTP)
40 elected from party lists (PR)
Ensures both geographic and proportional representation.
40. What is the term of a Member of the Provincial assembly?
Three years
Four years
Five years
Six years
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Answer: 3. Five years
Explanation:
According to Article 176(4) of the Constitution:
"Unless dissolved earlier, the term of a Provincial Assembly shall be five years."
Same as Federal Parliament's House of Representatives
Can be dissolved earlier in certain circumstances
Elections held simultaneously with federal elections ideally
41. How many members are there in the Provincial Assembly in Nepal?
275
550
330
240
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Answer: 2. 550
Explanation:
Total Provincial Assembly members across all 7 provinces: 550
Distribution among provinces (according to population):
Province 1: 93 members
Province 2: 107 members
Bagmati: 110 members
Gandaki: 60 members
Lumbini: 87 members
Karnali: 40 members
Sudurpaschim: 53 members
Total: 550 members (330 FPTP + 220 PR based on 60:40 ratio)
42. Council of ministers in provinces should not be more than of total members of the provincial parliament.
40%
25%
10%
20%
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Answer: 4. 20%
Explanation:
According to Article 168(5) of the Constitution:
"The number of Ministers in the Province Council of Ministers shall not exceed twenty percent of the total number of members of the Provincial Assembly."
Purpose: Prevent oversized cabinets, reduce government expenditure
Example: If Provincial Assembly has 100 members, max ministers = 20
Includes Chief Minister and other Ministers
43. shall appoint one Chief of Province for each province.
The Prime Minister
The President
Chief Minister
Council of Minister
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Answer: 2. The President
Explanation:
According to Article 163 of the Constitution:
"There shall be a Chief of Province as the representative of the Government of Nepal in each Province."
"The Chief of Province shall be appointed by the President on recommendation of the Government of Nepal."
Functions: Ceremonial head of province, appoints Chief Minister, summons/prorogues Provincial Assembly
Similar to Governor in Indian states
44. According to constitution of Nepal, there will be member judicial committee formed at local level in the Coordination of Vice - Chair/Deputy Mayor.
7
5
4
3
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Answer: 4. 3
Explanation:
According to Article 215 of the Constitution:
"A three-member judicial committee shall be formed under the coordination of Vice-Chairperson or Deputy Mayor at the local level."
Composition: Vice-chair/deputy mayor + two members elected from local assembly
Functions: Minor dispute resolution, reconciliation, recommendation for local laws
Part of local judicial system complementing formal courts
45. How many assemblies are there under the local level?
3
4
5
2
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Answer: 1. 3
Explanation:
According to Local Government Operation Act and Constitution:
Three types of local level assemblies:
Municipal Assembly (in municipalities)
Rural Municipal Assembly (in rural municipalities)
District Assembly (coordination at district level)
Each has elected representatives
Functions: Local legislation, planning, development, service delivery
46. Who of the following is not included in the Inter Province Commission which works for the solution of Generated Political Controversy between federation-provinces, province-province?
Prime minister
Chief Justice
Chief Minister
Finance Minister
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Answer: 2. Chief Justice
Explanation:
According to Article 232 of the Constitution:
Inter-Provincial Council composition:
Prime Minister (Chairperson)
Minister for Internal Affairs
Minister for Finance
Chief Ministers of all Provinces
Chief Justice is NOT a member
Purpose: Coordinate between federal and provincial governments, resolve disputes
Judiciary remains separate from this political coordination mechanism
47. How many parts were there in "Nepal Gazette"?
10
9
6
5
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Answer: 3. 6
Explanation:
Nepal Gazette (नेपाल राजपत्र) is the official government publication
Traditionally divided into 6 parts:
Part 1: Acts, regulations, notices of constitutional importance
Part 2: Government notifications, appointments, transfers
Part 3: Government contracts, tenders
Part 4: Public notices, private legal notices
Part 5: Supplementary issues
Extraordinary Gazette: Urgent matters
Published by Department of Printing under Ministry of Communications
48. The Constitution of Nepal defines the relationship among the federation, province, and local levels based on the principle of
Cooperation
Coexistence
Coordination
All of above
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Answer: 4. All of above
Explanation:
According to Article 232(2) of the Constitution:
"The Inter-Provincial Council shall make coordination between the Federation and the Provinces, and between the Provinces, for the settlement of political disputes, and maintain cooperation and coexistence between them."
Key principles governing inter-governmental relations:
Cooperation: Working together on common issues
Coexistence: Respecting each other's autonomy
Coordination: Aligning policies and actions
Also includes subsidiarity (decisions at appropriate level)
49. How many constitution bodies have been provisioned in the current Constitution of Nepal?
9
11
14
13
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Answer: 4. 13
Explanation:
The Constitution of Nepal 2072 BS establishes 13 constitutional bodies:
Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA)
Auditor General
Public Service Commission
Election Commission
National Human Rights Commission
National Natural Resources and Fiscal Commission
National Women Commission
National Dalit Commission
National Inclusion Commission
Indigenous Nationalities Commission
Madhesi Commission
Tharu Commission
Muslim Commission
Listed in Part 24 of the Constitution (Articles 238-249).
50. Who appoints the chairperson and members of the Public Service Commission?
By president, upon the recommendation of the Constitutional Council
By president, upon the recommendation of the Government of Nepal
By president, upon the recommendation of the prime minister
By president, upon the recommendation of the Chief justice
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Answer: 1. By president, upon the recommendation of the Constitutional Council
Explanation:
According to Article 242 of the Constitution:
"The President shall, on recommendation of the Constitutional Council, appoint the Chairperson and other members of the Public Service Commission."
Constitutional Council (Article 284):
Prime Minister (Chair)
Chief Justice
Speaker of HoR
Chairperson of National Assembly
Leader of Opposition in HoR
Deputy Speaker (member)
Ensures bipartisan appointment process.
51. All the following includes constitutional bodies except;
Auditor general
Office of the comptroller general
Commission for the Investigation of abuse of authority
Public Service Commission
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Answer: 2. Office of the comptroller general
Explanation:
Office of the Comptroller General is NOT a constitutional body.
It is established under Financial Procedures Act, not Constitution.
Constitutional bodies (established by Constitution Article 238-249):
Auditor General (Article 240)
CIAA (Article 238)
Public Service Commission (Article 242)
Election Commission (Article 245), etc.
Comptroller General: Responsible for government accounting, auditing of expenditures.
52. How many election commissioners should be in Election Commission apart from Chief Commissioner?
One
Two
Three
Four
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Answer: 4. Four
Explanation:
According to Article 245 of the Constitution:
"There shall be an Election Commission of Nepal consisting of a Chief Commissioner and four other Commissioners."
Total: 5 members (1 Chief + 4 Commissioners)
Appointed by President on recommendation of Constitutional Council
Term: 6 years from appointment or age 65, whichever earlier
Functions: Conduct elections, register parties, delimit constituencies
53. How many chairperson and members are there in National Human Right Commission?
Chairperson and 3 other members
Chairperson and 4 other members
Chairperson and 5 other members
Chairperson and 6 other members
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Answer: 2. Chairperson and 4 other members
Explanation:
According to Article 248 of the Constitution:
"There shall be a National Human Rights Commission of Nepal consisting of a Chairperson and four other members."
Total: 5 members (1 Chair + 4 members)
Appointment: By President on Constitutional Council recommendation
Qualifications: Persons with high moral character and contribution to human rights
Functions: Protect and promote human rights, investigate violations
54. Who Chairs the National Security Council of Nepal?
Prime minister
Defense minister
President
Home minister
Show me the answer
Answer: 1. Prime minister
Explanation:
According to National Security Council Act and constitutional practice:
Prime Minister chairs the National Security Council
Composition typically includes:
Prime Minister (Chair)
Defense Minister
Home Minister
Foreign Minister
Finance Minister
Chief of Army Staff
Other security chiefs
Functions: Advise government on national security matters, coordinate security agencies
55. Who Chairs the Constitutional Council of Nepal?
Prime minister
Speaker of HoR
President
Chief Justice
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Answer: 1. Prime minister
Explanation:
According to Article 284 of the Constitution:
"There shall be a Constitutional Council for making recommendation for appointment of the officials of the Constitutional Bodies, which shall consist of the following as the Chairperson and members: (a) The Prime Minister - Chairperson (b) The Chief Justice - Member (c) The Speaker of the House of Representatives - Member (d) The Chairperson of the National Assembly - Member (e) The Leader of Opposition in the House of Representatives - Member (f) The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives - Member"
Prime Minister's chairmanship ensures executive input in appointments.
56. What is the term of office of the chairperson of Public Service Commission?
Five year
Six years
Seven years
Four years
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Answer: 2. Six years
Explanation:
According to Article 242(4) of the Constitution:
"The term of office of the Chairperson and members of the Public Service Commission shall be six years from the date of appointment."
Age limit: Cannot continue after attaining 65 years
Not eligible for reappointment in same position
Can be removed only through constitutional process (impeachment)
Same 6-year term applies to most constitutional body heads.
57. For the appointment of which position parliamentary hearing process is not required?
Justice of Supreme Court
Vice Chairman of National Planning Commission
Nepalese Ambassador
Auditor General
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Answer: 2. Vice Chairman of National Planning Commission
Explanation:
According to Article 292 of the Constitution:
Parliamentary hearing required for:
Chief Justice and Justices of Supreme Court
Chiefs and members of Constitutional Bodies
Ambassador (as per some interpretations)
Auditor General
NOT required for:
Vice Chairman of National Planning Commission (executive appointment)
Other government officials below constitutional level
Military appointments
National Planning Commission is under Prime Minister's Office.
58. Public Service Commission established for the first time in Nepal
2008, Ashadh 01
2007, Jetha 15
2013, Bhadra22
2023, Kartik 10
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Answer: 1. 2008, Ashadh 01
Explanation:
Public Service Commission was first established on Ashadh 1, 2008 BS (June 15, 1951 AD)
Established under Public Service Commission Act 2008 BS
First Chairman: Sardar Nagendra Man Singh Pradhan
Original mandate: Conduct examinations for civil service
Evolved over time with constitutional status in 2019, 2047, and 2072 BS constitutions
59. Who was the first chairperson of Public Service Commission of Nepal?
Sardar Nagendra Man Singh Pradhan
Anirudra Prasad Singh
Damber Bahadur Singh
Prof. Yadunath Khanal
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Answer: 1. Sardar Nagendra Man Singh Pradhan
Explanation:
Sardar Nagendra Man Singh Pradhan was the first Chairman of Public Service Commission
Appointed when PSC was established in 2008 BS (1951 AD)
Served from 2008-2016 BS
Was a prominent civil servant and administrator
Played key role in establishing merit-based civil service system
60. To whom does the National Security Council submit its annual report?
Prime Minister
President through Prime Minister
President
None of these
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Answer: 3. President
Explanation:
According to National Security Council Act:
National Security Council submits its annual report to the President
President then submits it to the Federal Parliament
This ensures accountability to both executive and legislature
Report includes:
Assessment of national security situation
Recommendations for security policies
Activities and decisions of the Council
61. Election Commission is a/an,
Legal body
Constitutional body
Executive committee
Informal body
Show me the answer
Answer: 2. Constitutional body
Explanation:
Election Commission is a constitutional body established by:
Article 245 of the Constitution of Nepal 2072 BS
Part 24: Constitutional Bodies
Characteristics of constitutional bodies:
Established directly by Constitution
Independent status
Specific constitutional functions
Appointment through Constitutional Council
Protected tenure
Other constitutional bodies: CIAA, PSC, Auditor General, Human Rights Commission, etc.
62. The declaration of constitutional emergency in Nepalese State has to be approved by the Parliament within a period of
One month
Four months
Six months
Twelve months
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Answer: 1. One month
Explanation:
According to Article 273 of the Constitution:
"A proclamation or order issued under clause (1) shall be laid before the Federal Parliament for approval within one month from the date of issuance."
If Parliament approves: Emergency continues as specified
If Parliament rejects: Emergency ceases immediately
If Parliament not in session: Must be summoned within 15 days
This check prevents abuse of emergency powers.
63. According to constitution of Nepal, the president appoints the Attorney General of Nepal on the recommendation of
Government of Nepal
Chief justice
Prime Minister
Council of ministers
Show me the answer
Answer: 3. Prime Minister
Explanation:
According to Article 76(9) of the Constitution:
"The President shall, on recommendation of the Prime Minister, appoint the Attorney General."
Attorney General is chief legal advisor to Government of Nepal
Must be qualified to be Supreme Court justice
Holds office during pleasure of Prime Minister (no fixed term)
Right to participate in parliamentary proceedings
Can be removed by Prime Minister's recommendation
64. In the context of Nepal, which one of the following statement is not true?
There is a Governor as the executive head of the province
The president appoints the prime Minister
The prime Minister is responsible to the parliament
Should not be less than 25 years of age for the member of House of Representatives
Show me the answer
Answer: 2. The president appoints the prime Minister
Explanation:
Statement 2 is NOT TRUE in Nepal's context:
Prime Minister is NOT appointed by President in normal circumstances
According to Article 76(2): PM is elected by House of Representatives
Process: Party/coalition with majority elects leader who becomes PM
President only formally appoints after HoR election
In case of no majority: President may appoint but must get confidence vote
Other statements are TRUE:
Statement 1: Chief of Province (like Governor) exists
Statement 3: PM responsible to Parliament (Article 76)
Statement 4: Minimum age for HoR is 25 (Article 87)
65. Following positions are there in Nepal's protocol. Choose the correct order of precedence
I. Asst. Cabinet Minister of Government of Nepal II. Judge of Supreme Court III. Chairperson of PSC IV. Chief Secretary
II, I, III, IV
I, II, III, IV
IV, II, III, I
III, I, IV, II
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Answer: 1. II, I, III, IV
Explanation:
Based on Nepal's Order of Precedence (प्रोटोकल क्रम):
Judge of Supreme Court (II) - Higher constitutional position
Assistant Cabinet Minister (I) - Ministerial rank
Chairperson of PSC (III) - Constitutional body head
Chief Secretary (IV) - Highest civil servant
General order: Constitutional positions > Ministers > Constitutional body heads > Senior bureaucrats
Supreme Court judges rank higher than ministers in protocol.
66. What is the Ranking of speaker of House of Representatives of Nepal in the official protocol of Nepal (order of precedence)?
3rd
4th
5th
6th
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Answer: 3. 5th
Explanation:
Speaker of House of Representatives ranks 5th in Nepal's Order of Precedence:
President
Vice President
Prime Minister
Chief Justice
Speaker of House of Representatives
Chairperson of National Assembly
Former Presidents
Deputy Prime Ministers
Ministers
Speaker's high rank reflects constitutional importance as presiding officer of lower house.
67. As per Protocol, who among the following ranks highest in the order of precedence?
Deputy Prime Minister
Former President
Governor of a State within his province
Speaker of HoR
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Answer: 4. Speaker of HoR
Explanation:
Comparing the options in Nepal's Order of Precedence:
Speaker of HoR: Ranks 5th overall
Former President: Ranks 7th
Deputy Prime Minister: Ranks 8th
Chief of Province (Governor): Ranks lower (around 10th-12th)
Therefore, Speaker of HoR ranks highest among these options.
The complete order shows Speaker above former President and Deputy PM.
68. When did the publication of Gazette begin in Nepal?
2009, Sharwan 19
2010, Jestha 15
2017, Baisakh 01
2008, Sharwan 22
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Answer: 4. 2008, Sharwan 22
Explanation:
Nepal Gazette (नेपाल राजपत्र) began publication on:
Sharwan 22, 2008 BS (August 6, 1951 AD)
First published by Department of Printing
Purpose: Official publication of government notices, laws, regulations
Legal basis: Nepal Gazette Act
Has continued uninterrupted since inception
Now published both in print and online versions