Q1. Which act in India primarily deals with the prevention of corruption by public servants?
a) Indian Penal Code, 1860
b) Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988
c) Companies Act, 2013
d) Income Tax Act, 1961
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Correct Answer: b) Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988
Explanation: The Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 is the primary legislation in India aimed at combating corruption in government agencies and public sector businesses.
Q2. What is the maximum imprisonment term for taking a bribe under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988?
a) 3 years
b) 5 years
c) 7 years
d) 10 years
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Correct Answer: c) 7 years
Explanation: Under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, taking a bribe can result in imprisonment for a term ranging from 3 to 7 years, along with a fine.
Q3. Which amendment to the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, introduced the requirement of prior approval for investigating public servants?
a) 2013 Amendment
b) 2015 Amendment
c) 2018 Amendment
d) 2020 Amendment
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Correct Answer: c) 2018 Amendment
Explanation: The 2018 amendment to the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, introduced the requirement of obtaining prior approval from a competent authority before investigating public servants, except in cases of on-spot bribery arrests.
Q4. Which body in India is responsible for overseeing vigilance administration and advising the executive on matters related to corruption?
a) Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)
b) Central Vigilance Commission (CVC)
c) Lokpal
d) Enforcement Directorate (ED)
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Correct Answer: b) Central Vigilance Commission (CVC)
Explanation: The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) is an independent statutory body responsible for overseeing vigilance administration and advising the executive on matters related to corruption.
Q5. What is the role of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013?
a) To investigate allegations of corruption against public servants
b) To oversee financial transactions of companies
c) To regulate foreign contributions
d) To manage public procurement processes
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Correct Answer: a) To investigate allegations of corruption against public servants
Explanation: The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, establishes the Lokpal at the central level and Lokayuktas at the state level to investigate allegations of corruption against public servants.
Q6. Under which act is the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) established?
a) Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988
b) Companies Act, 2013
c) Indian Penal Code, 1860
d) Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002
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Correct Answer: b) Companies Act, 2013
Explanation: The Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) is established under the Companies Act, 2013, to investigate and prosecute white-collar crimes and frauds in companies.
Q7. Which act regulates the acceptance and use of foreign contributions by individuals and corporations in India?
a) Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988
b) Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010
c) Companies Act, 2013
d) Indian Penal Code, 1860
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Correct Answer: b) Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010
Explanation: The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010, regulates the acceptance and use of foreign contributions and hospitality by individuals and corporations in India.
Q8. What is the primary objective of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002?
a) To prevent bribery in public offices
b) To regulate corporate governance
c) To prevent money laundering and prohibit the use of ‘proceeds of crime’
d) To oversee public procurement processes
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Correct Answer: c) To prevent money laundering and prohibit the use of ‘proceeds of crime’
Explanation: The Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002, aims to prevent instances of money laundering and prohibits the use of ‘proceeds of crime’ in India.
Q9. Which act provides for the attachment and forfeiture of property of corruption-accused public servants?
a) Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988
b) Indian Penal Code, 1860
c) Companies Act, 2013
d) Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002
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Correct Answer: a) Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988
Explanation: The Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, provides powers and procedures for the attachment and forfeiture of property of corruption-accused public servants.
Q10. What is the maximum trial duration for bribery and corruption cases under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988?
a) 1 year
b) 2 years
c) 3 years
d) 4 years
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Correct Answer: b) 2 years
Explanation: The Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, stipulates that the trial duration for bribery and corruption cases should be completed within a maximum of 2 years.