Daily Current Affairs Quiz: November 11, 2025

Answer: B [The President can remove a minister even if the Prime Minister advises against it. ]
Explanation:

Option A is incorrect: The President appoints the Prime Minister and, on the Prime Minister’s advice, appoints other ministers. This is in accordance with Article 75(1) of the Constitution of India.

Option B is correct: The President cannot remove a minister at will. As per constitutional convention, a minister holds office during the pleasure of the President, but this pleasure is exercised only on the advice of the Prime Minister. Therefore, if the Prime Minister does not advise removal, the President cannot unilaterally dismiss a minister.

Option C is incorrect: Under Article 123, the President has the power to promulgate ordinances when Parliament is not in session, and immediate action is necessary. These ordinances have the same force as laws passed by Parliament.

Option D is incorrect: According to Article 53(2) and Article 74, the President is the Supreme Commander of the Defence Forces of India, though the actual command and control lie with the elected government.

Answer: A [Chairman of all the cabinet committees ]
Explanation:

Option A is correct: The President of India is not the Chairman of any cabinet committee. Cabinet committees are part of the executive decision-making structure and are headed by the Prime Minister or other senior ministers. These committees function under the authority of the Cabinet and are meant to streamline governance, but the President does not chair or participate in them.

Option B is incorrect: The President appoints the Prime Minister under Article 75 of the Constitution. Typically, the leader of the majority party or coalition in the Lok Sabha is appointed.

Option C is incorrect: Under Article 124, the President appoints judges of the Supreme Court, including the Chief Justice, based on recommendations from the collegium system and consultation with other judges.

Option D is incorrect: The President has the power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, or remissions of punishment under Article 72 of the Constitution, especially in cases involving death sentences or offenses under union law.

Answer: C [1, 2 and 4 only]
Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: During a National Emergency (Article 352), the Indian federal structure becomes quasi-unitary. The Centre assumes greater control, and the division of powers between the Union and States becomes blurred.

Statement 2 is correct: Under Article 353(b), during a National Emergency, Parliament (and by extension, the President through ordinances) can make laws on subjects in the State List, which is normally outside its jurisdiction.

Statement 3 is incorrect: Under Article 83(2), during a National Emergency, Parliament can extend the term of the Lok Sabha by one year at a time, beyond the normal five-year term, for as long as the emergency continues.

Statement 4 is correct: During a National Emergency, the Centre can issue directions to states on any matter, not just those in the Union or Concurrent List. This centralizes administrative control.

Answer: B [To monitor the progress of government business in the Parliament. ]
Explanation:

Option A is incorrect: Recommendations for senior appointments are handled by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, not the Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs.

Option B is correct: The Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs is responsible for scheduling and coordinating the legislative business of the government in Parliament. It ensures smooth functioning and progress of government bills and discussions in both Houses.

Option C is incorrect: Coordination of economic activities is the role of the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA).

Option D is incorrect: Investment proposals exceeding ₹1,000 crore are considered by the CCEA, not the Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs.

Answer: D [Bypassing the Parliament's scrutiny on critical policy decisions.]
Explanation:

Option A is incorrect: Cabinet Committees help reduce the workload of the full Cabinet by handling specific subjects in detail, allowing for more focused discussions and efficient governance.

Option B is incorrect: These committees enable quicker decision-making, especially on urgent or technical matters, by involving only relevant ministers.

Option C is incorrect: Cabinet Committees are designed to facilitate specialized and in-depth examination of complex policy issues, drawing on the expertise of selected members.

Option D is correct: Cabinet Committees do not bypass Parliament’s scrutiny. All major policy decisions taken by these committees are subject to parliamentary oversight and accountability mechanisms. Their role is administrative and advisory, not legislative.