Civics Polity

Legislature and Parliament

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Legislature and Parliament topics cover the structure, functions, and legislative procedures of the lawmaking bodies. This collection focuses on the passage of bills, parliamentary committees, and the roles of different houses. These questions are highly relevant for civil services and state public service commission examinations.

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Legislature and Parliament Questions

Multiple choice

What are some of the possible reforms to the law of delegated legislation?

  1. Increasing the role of Parliament in the scrutiny of delegated legislation

  2. Improving the quality of drafting of delegated legislation

  3. Developing new safeguards against the abuse of delegated legislation

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Some of the possible reforms to the law of delegated legislation include: increasing the role of Parliament in the scrutiny of delegated legislation, improving the quality of drafting of delegated legislation, and developing new safeguards against the abuse of delegated legislation.

Multiple choice

Which house of the Indian Parliament has the power to initiate money bills?

  1. Lok Sabha

  2. Rajya Sabha

  3. President of India

  4. Supreme Court of India
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A Correct answer
Explanation

According to Article 110 of the Indian Constitution, the Lok Sabha has the exclusive power to initiate money bills.

Multiple choice

What is the quorum required for a valid vote in the Lok Sabha?

  1. One-third of the total membership

  2. Half of the total membership

  3. Two-thirds of the total membership

  4. Three-fourths of the total membership
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A Correct answer
Explanation

As per Article 100 of the Indian Constitution, one-third of the total membership of the Lok Sabha constitutes a quorum for a valid vote.

Multiple choice

What is the term used for a situation where a bill is passed in one house of Parliament but rejected in the other?

  1. Deadlock

  2. Stalemate

  3. Veto

  4. Dissolution
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A Correct answer
Explanation

A deadlock occurs when a bill is passed in one house of Parliament but rejected in the other, resulting in a legislative impasse.

Multiple choice

What is the minimum number of members required to be present in a Joint Sitting for a valid vote?

  1. One-third of the total membership of both houses

  2. Half of the total membership of both houses

  3. Two-thirds of the total membership of both houses

  4. Three-fourths of the total membership of both houses
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B Correct answer
Explanation

As per Article 108 of the Indian Constitution, half of the total membership of both houses constitutes a quorum for a valid vote in a Joint Sitting.

Multiple choice

What is the procedure followed when a bill is passed in a Joint Sitting?

  1. The bill is sent to the President for assent

  2. The bill is returned to the house where it originated for reconsideration

  3. The bill is debated and voted upon again in both houses

  4. The bill is dropped and cannot be introduced again
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Once a bill is passed in a Joint Sitting, it is sent to the President for assent, after which it becomes a law.

Multiple choice

What is the maximum number of proxy votes that a member of Parliament can cast in a single day?

  1. One

  2. Two

  3. Three

  4. Four
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B Correct answer
Explanation

A member of Parliament can cast a maximum of two proxy votes in a single day.

Multiple choice

What is the procedure followed when a member of Parliament wishes to cast a proxy vote?

  1. The member must submit a written request to the Speaker

  2. The member must obtain the consent of the member whose vote they are casting

  3. The member must specify the reason for their absence

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

To cast a proxy vote, a member of Parliament must submit a written request to the Speaker, obtain the consent of the member whose vote they are casting, and specify the reason for their absence.

Multiple choice

What is the term used for the special rights and immunities enjoyed by members of Parliament?

  1. Parliamentary Privileges

  2. Parliamentary Immunity

  3. Parliamentary Rights

  4. Parliamentary Powers
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Explanation

Parliamentary Privileges are the special rights and immunities enjoyed by members of Parliament, which are essential for the proper functioning of the legislature.

Multiple choice

What is the procedure for dealing with breaches of Parliamentary Privilege?

  1. The matter is referred to the Committee of Privileges

  2. The Speaker of the House takes action

  3. The Prime Minister takes action

  4. The President takes action
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Explanation

Breaches of Parliamentary Privilege are referred to the Committee of Privileges for investigation and recommendations.

Multiple choice

What are the types of punishments that can be imposed for breaches of Parliamentary Privilege?

  1. Imprisonment

  2. Fines

  3. Suspension from Parliament

  4. Expulsion from Parliament
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Correct answer
Explanation

The Committee of Privileges can recommend any of the above punishments for breaches of Parliamentary Privilege.

Multiple choice

What is the procedure for dealing with breaches of Parliamentary Privilege?

  1. The matter is referred to the Committee of Privileges

  2. The Speaker of the House takes action

  3. The Prime Minister takes action

  4. The President takes action
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Breaches of Parliamentary Privilege are referred to the Committee of Privileges for investigation and recommendations.

Multiple choice

What are the types of punishments that can be imposed for breaches of Parliamentary Privilege?

  1. Imprisonment

  2. Fines

  3. Suspension from Parliament

  4. Expulsion from Parliament
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Correct answer
Explanation

The Committee of Privileges can recommend any of the above punishments for breaches of Parliamentary Privilege.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is typically the first stage in the legislative process?

  1. Committee review

  2. Floor debate

  3. Introduction of a bill

  4. Presidential signature
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The legislative process typically begins with the introduction of a bill, which is a proposed law or legislation. This bill is presented to the legislature by a member or a group of members.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is typically the final stage in the legislative process?

  1. Introduction of a bill

  2. Committee review

  3. Floor debate

  4. Presidential signature
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The final stage in the legislative process is typically the Presidential signature. Once a bill has been passed by both chambers of the legislature, it is sent to the President for review and signature. The President can sign the bill into law, veto it, or allow it to become law without a signature.