SC: two-child norm case sent to larger bench; sales tax ruling – Quiz (13.11.2026)

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SC: two-child norm case sent to larger bench; sales tax ruling – Quiz (13.11.2026) – 5 questions, subject: Current Affairs. Every question has the correct answer with a one-line explanation; tap "Show Answer". Free practice for TNPSC, UPSC, SSC, Bank and RRB exams – Shanmugam IAS Academy, Coimbatore.

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1.  
Which Article lets a State law prescribe disqualifications for membership of a Panchayat?

Correct Answer: C [Article 243F]

Explanation:

243F – disqualifications. 243D – reservation of seats; 243E – five-year term; 243K – State Election Commission.

2.  
What is the 'replacement-level' total fertility rate (TFR) needed for a stable population?

Correct Answer: A [2.1]

Explanation:

2.1 children per woman. The Court noted India's TFR is now 1.9, down from 3 in 2003.

3.  
After GST, on which of these can States still levy sales tax under Entry 54 of the State List?

Correct Answer: C [Alcoholic liquor]

Explanation:

Liquor – with petrol, diesel, crude, natural gas and ATF. The 101st Amendment (2016) narrowed Entry 54.

4.  
Which 2024 case overruled the 'royalty is a tax' view of India Cement v. State of Tamil Nadu (1989)?

Correct Answer: A [MADA v. SAIL]

Explanation:

Mineral Area Development Authority v. SAIL – nine judges, 8:1. Mohit Minerals (2022): GST Council advice is not binding.

5.  
Which Article requires at least five judges to hear a substantial question of law on interpreting the Constitution?

Correct Answer: D [Article 145(3)]

Explanation:

Article 145(3) – it also covers Presidential references under Article 143. Article 137 gives the power to review judgments.

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