Quiz October 6, 2026

Consider the following statements with reference to Lok Adalat:

1. Lok Adalats have been given statutory status under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987. 
2. It is a forum where disputes/cases pending in the court of law or at pre-litigation stage are settled/ compromised amicably. 
3. There is a minimal court fee payable when a matter is filed in a Lok Adalat. 

Which of the above is/are correct?

Which of the following is/are the objectives of the zonal councils?

1. Bringing out national integration
2. Arresting the growth of acute State consciousness, regionalism, linguism and particularistic tendencies.
3. Enabling the Centre and the States to co-operate and exchange ideas and experiences.
4. Establishing a climate of co-operation amongst the States for successful and speedy execution of development projects.

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Which of the following statements is incorrect with reference to Municipality? 

Consider the following with reference to Chalukya Dynasty.

1. The Chalukya Dynasty ruled over parts of southern and central India from the 6th to the 12th century CE.
2. The Chalukyas were patrons of art and architecture, and built several notable temples such as the Virupaksha Temple in Pattadakal.
3. The Chalukyas were defeated by the Rashtrakutas in the 9th century CE and subsequently went into decline.
4. Pulakeshin II, a famous ruler of the Chalukya Dynasty, defeated Harsha of Kannauj and expanded his kingdom to include parts of present-day Maharashtra and Gujarat.
5. The Chalukyas were known for their navy and maritime trade, and had a significant presence in the Arabian Sea.

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Consider the following with reference to Pallava and Chola dynasties.

1. The Pallava dynasty ruled parts of southern India with their capital at Kanchipuram.
2. The Chola dynasty’s reign lasted from the 9th to the 13th century CE.
3. The Pallavas were known for their patronage of the arts, particularly architecture, and built several notable temples such as the Shore Temple in Mahabalipuram.

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