The Preamble reveals the nature of Indian state: It declares India to be a Sovereign, Socialist, Secular, Democratic and Republican polity. Words Socialist, Secular, Integrity were added by 42nd amendment on the recommendation of Sardar swarn singh committee constituted by the late PM Indira Gandhi.

1. The Ministry of Panchayati Raj is a branch of the Government of India that looks after the ongoing process of decentralization and local governance in the states.

2. The headquarters of the National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj is in Hyderabad.

3. National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRD&PR), an autonomous organization under the Union Ministry of Rural Development.

1. If any question arises regarding the age of a Judge of a High Court in India, it is decided by the President in consultation with the Chief Justice of India.

2. Article 214 of the Indian Constitution states that every State shall have a High Court, and Article 231 states that there can be only one High Court for two or more States.

All the following statements are true.

I. According to Article 163 there shall be Council of Ministers to aid and advice the Governor.

II. According Article 164(1) the Chief Minister shall be appointed by the Governor.

III. According Article 164(1), the Ministers shall hold office during the pleasure of the Governor.