MCQ 04 July 2025

Daily MCQs for Judiciary Prelims Exams - (04 July 2025)



Question/ Answer
Question1:- Under the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, "dowry" means any property or valuable security given or agreed to be given:
  • A. At the time of marriage only.
  • B. Before, at or after the marriage.
  • C. Only after the marriage.
  • D. Only before the marriage.
Answer is b is correct. As per Section 2 of the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, "dowry" includes any property or valuable security given before, at the time of or any time after the marriage in connection with the marriage. This broad definition ensures that all forms of dowry demand, regardless of timing, are covered. Therefore, option B is correct.
Question2:- What is the punishment for giving or taking dowry under the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961?
  • A. Simple imprisonment up to 1 year or fine.
  • B. Imprisonment up to 5 years and fine which shall not be less than ₹15,000 or the value of the dowry.
  • C. Only fine.
  • D. No punishment is provided.
Answer is b is correct. Under Section 3 of the Act, both giving and taking dowry are punishable with imprisonment up to 5 years and a minimum fine of ₹15,000 or the amount of the dowry, whichever is more. This aims to deter both parties from engaging in the practice. Therefore, option B is correct.
Question3:- How many types of disabilities are recognized under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016?
  • A. 7
  • B. 12
  • C. 21
  • D. 25
Answer is c is correct. The RPwD Act, 2016 significantly increased the number of recognized disabilities from 7 (under the 1995 Act) to 21, including conditions like autism spectrum disorder, specific learning disabilities, thalassemia, and acid attack victims. Therefore, option C is correct.
Question4:- According to the RPwD Act, 2016, a person with benchmark disability is one who has:
  • A. Disability of 20% or more.
  • B. Disability of 30% or more.
  • C. Disability of 40% or more.
  • D. Disability of 50% or more.
Answer is c is correct. Under the Act, a "person with benchmark disability" is defined as someone having not less than 40% of a specified disability, as certified by a competent authority. This is significant for availing reservations and benefits. Therefore, option C is correct.
Question5:- Which of the following rights is not explicitly provided under the RPwD Act, 2016?
  • A. Right to equality and non-discrimination.
  • B. Right to own property.
  • C. Right to free education.
  • D. Right to vote twice in elections.
Answer is d is correct. The RPwD Act does not provide any special voting privileges like voting twice. It guarantees rights such as equality, non-discrimination, protection from abuse, free education, and accessibility, but not extra electoral privileges. Therefore, option D is correct.