Administration — Set 1
Bihar GK · प्रशासन · Questions 1–10 of 30
Which of the following places in Bihar has the status of a 'Police District' but is not a regular administrative revenue district?
Correct Answer: A. Naugachia
Naugachia has the status of a separate Police District for better law enforcement administration. However, administratively, it remains a sub-division within the Bhagalpur district. Bagaha is another such example in Bihar.
Who serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Zila Parishad in the district administration structure?
Correct Answer: B. Deputy Development Commissioner
The Deputy Development Commissioner (DDC) acts as the Chief Executive Officer of the Zila Parishad. This officer is responsible for coordinating developmental activities in the district. They generally belong to the IAS or Senior State Civil Service cadre.
In the revenue administration of Bihar, who is the highest-ranking official at the 'Anchal' (Circle) level?
Correct Answer: C. Circle Officer
The Circle Officer (CO) is the highest authority for land revenue administration at the Anchal level. They are responsible for land records, mutation, and issuing various certificates. The Block Development Officer (BDO) handles development works, which is a separate domain.
The separation of the Executive from the Judiciary at the district level was implemented to fulfill the mandate of which Article of the Constitution?
Correct Answer: D. Article 50
Article 50 of the Directive Principles of State Policy mandates the separation of the judiciary from the executive. In district administration, this means the District Magistrate does not try criminal court cases. Judicial Magistrates report to the High Court, not the DM.
Who heads a 'Police Range' in the administrative hierarchy of the Bihar Police?
Correct Answer: A. Deputy Inspector General (DIG)
A Police Range is headed by a Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG). A range typically comprises a group of districts. Above the Range is the Zone, which is headed by an Inspector General (IG).
What is the administrative unit called 'Pramandal' known as in English?
Correct Answer: B. Division
A 'Pramandal' is known as a Division in English. It is a cluster of districts headed by a Divisional Commissioner. There are a total of 9 administrative divisions in Bihar.
Which officer is responsible for the maintenance of law and order at the Sub-Division level?
Correct Answer: C. Sub-Divisional Magistrate
The Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) or SDO is responsible for law and order at the sub-division level. They exercise powers under the CrPC to maintain peace. They also supervise the revenue and developmental administration of the sub-division.
The 'District Planning Committee' acts as a link between which two bodies?
Correct Answer: D. Panchayats and Municipalities
The District Planning Committee consolidates plans prepared by Panchayats and Municipalities in the district. It prepares a draft development plan for the district as a whole. This is mandated under Article 243ZD of the Constitution.
Which official typically chairs the District Security Committee?
Correct Answer: A. District Magistrate
The District Magistrate (DM) chairs the District Security Committee. This committee oversees the safety and security arrangements within the district. The Superintendent of Police (SP) is a key member of this committee.
At the village level, who assists the police administration in maintaining watch and ward?
Correct Answer: B. Chaukidar
The Chaukidar (Village Watchman) assists the police at the village level. They report crimes, births, and deaths to the local police station. They are the lowest rung of the police administration hierarchy.