APO Mini Quiz 6

1. Which of the following is NOT a principle of natural justice?

Audi alteram partem

Nemo judex in causa sua

Res judicata

Reasoned decision

2. The power of judicial review in India is derived from which article of the Constitution?

Article 13

Article 32

Article 226

Article 136

3. Which of the following acts as the primary legislation governing the functions of the administrative authorities in India?

The Indian Penal Code

The Administrative Procedure Act

The Right to Information Act

The Constitution of India

4. The doctrine of separation of powers is primarily aimed at:

Ensuring checks and balances among the three branches of government

Ensuring uniformity in law

Preventing the abuse of power by a single entity

Both A and C

5. Which of the following is an example of a delegated legislation?

The Constitution of India

An ordinance issued by the President

A law passed by Parliament

A Supreme Court judgment

6. The concept of ‘reasonable classification’ is associated with which article of the Indian Constitution?

Article 14

Article 15

Article 16

Article 21

7. Which of the following is NOT a ground for judicial review of administrative action?

Illegality

Irrationality

Procedural impropriety

Public interest

8. In the context of administrative law, what does the term ‘ultra vires’ mean?

Beyond the powers

Within the powers

Against the law

In accordance with the law

9. The principle of 'proportionality' in administrative law is primarily concerned with:

Ensuring fair procedures

Balancing the means and ends of administrative action

Protecting individual rights

Ensuring accountability of public officials

10. Which of the following is a feature of the ‘doctrine of legitimate expectation’?

It is a right to be heard

It protects the interests of the public

It allows individuals to expect a certain outcome based on past practices

It is a constitutional right