PPSC Prelims 2025 GS Question Paper (07-Dec-2025)

Consider the following statements in connection with the Vice-President of India :
1. The electoral college of the Vice-President consists of both elected and nominated members of the Parliament, but not of the state legislative assemblies.
2. He can only be removed from office through impeachment on the grounds mentioned in the Constitution for his removal.
3. Before entering upon his office, he makes an oath as mentioned in Schedule III of the Constitution.
4. He appoints the Deputy Chairperson of the Upper House to act in his absence.
5. He has a casting vote in case of a tie.
Which of the above statements are correct?

In reference to Fundamental Right under Article 20, consider the following statements:
1. Protection under this right is available only to the citizens of India.
2. While criminal laws can be imposed retrospectively, civil laws cannot.
3. The protection against self-incrimination extends to both civil and criminal proceedings.
How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

In connection with the Preamble to the Indian Constitution, which of the following statements is correct?

In connection with the $73^{rd}$ Amendment Act of 1992, consider the following statements :
1. The act provides for a three-tier system of Panchayati raj, however, a state having a population not exceeding 20 lakhs may not constitute panchayats at the intermediate level.
2. All members of panchayats, including the chairpersons of panchayats at the intermediate and district levels, shall be elected directly by the people.
3. A panchayat constituted upon the dissolution of a panchayat before the expiration of its duration shall continue for a full five-year term of office.
Which of the statement/statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding G20 :
1. The G20 was founded in 2008 after the global economic and financial crisis of 2007.
2. The G20 does not have a permanent secretariat or staff.
3. India has hosted the G20 summit twice.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?