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

Which Parliamentary Committee is responsible for examining subordinate legislation made by the government?

  1. Committee on Public Accounts

  2. Committee on Government Assurances

  3. Committee on Subordinate Legislation

  4. Committee on Petitions
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Explanation

The Committee on Subordinate Legislation is tasked with examining subordinate legislation (rules, regulations, and orders) made by the government.

Multiple choice

Which Parliamentary Committee is responsible for examining the accounts of the government?

  1. Committee on Public Accounts

  2. Committee on Government Assurances

  3. Committee on Subordinate Legislation

  4. Committee on Petitions
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Explanation

The Committee on Public Accounts is tasked with examining the accounts of the government and ensuring their accuracy and regularity.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the women's reservation bill that seeks to reserve 33% of seats in the Indian Parliament and state legislatures for women?

  1. Women's Reservation Bill

  2. Gender Equality Bill

  3. Political Empowerment Bill
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Explanation

The Women's Reservation Bill is a proposed amendment to the Indian Constitution that seeks to reserve 33% of seats in the Indian Parliament and state legislatures for women.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a method of electing representatives to the Lok Sabha?

  1. First-past-the-post

  2. Proportional representation

  3. Single transferable vote

  4. None of the above
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Explanation

All of the listed methods are used in various electoral systems around the world, including India.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a function of the Rajya Sabha?

  1. To pass laws

  2. To approve the President's appointments

  3. To declare a state of emergency

  4. To impeach the President
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Rajya Sabha does not have the power to declare a state of emergency. This power is vested in the President.

Multiple choice

How many members are elected to the Lok Sabha from each state?

  1. The number of seats is proportional to the population of the state

  2. The number of seats is fixed by the Constitution

  3. The number of seats is determined by the Election Commission

  4. The number of seats is based on the number of districts in the state
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Explanation

The number of seats allocated to each state in the Lok Sabha is proportional to the population of the state.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the process by which a Member of Parliament can be removed from office?

  1. Recall

  2. Impeachment

  3. Disqualification

  4. Resignation
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Members of Parliament can be removed from office through a process called disqualification.

Multiple choice

What is the process by which the President can propose legislation?

  1. By sending a message to Congress

  2. By introducing a bill in Congress

  3. By issuing an executive order

  4. By holding a press conference
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Explanation

The President can propose legislation by sending a message to Congress. This message typically outlines the President's policy goals and recommendations for how to achieve those goals.

Multiple choice

What is the process by which the President can veto legislation?

  1. By sending a message to Congress

  2. By introducing a bill in Congress

  3. By issuing an executive order

  4. By holding a press conference
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Explanation

The President can veto legislation by sending a message to Congress. This message typically explains the President's reasons for vetoing the legislation.

Multiple choice

What is the process by which Congress can override a presidential veto?

  1. By passing the legislation again with a two-thirds majority in both chambers

  2. By passing the legislation again with a simple majority in both chambers

  3. By holding a joint session of Congress and voting to override the veto

  4. By introducing a new bill that addresses the President's concerns
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Explanation

Congress can override a presidential veto by passing the legislation again with a two-thirds majority in both chambers.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the committee appointed by the Election Commission of India to review the existing electoral laws and suggest reforms?

  1. Law Commission of India

  2. Election Law Commission

  3. Electoral Reforms Commission

  4. None of the above
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Election Law Commission is a committee appointed by the Election Commission of India to review the existing electoral laws and suggest reforms.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a valid ground for withdrawal of candidature in India?

  1. Death of the candidate

  2. Resignation from the political party

  3. Conviction in a criminal case

  4. Change of residence
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Explanation

Change of residence is not a valid ground for withdrawal of candidature in India.

Multiple choice

Who can file a petition challenging the withdrawal of candidature?

  1. Any elector of the constituency

  2. Any candidate contesting the election

  3. Any political party

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Any elector of the constituency, any candidate contesting the election, or any political party can file a petition challenging the withdrawal of candidature.

Multiple choice

What is the main function of the Union Legislature?

  1. To make laws

  2. To pass the budget

  3. To elect the President of India

  4. To impeach the President of India
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Explanation

The main function of the Union Legislature is to make laws.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a power of the Union Legislature?

  1. To declare war

  2. To make peace

  3. To enter into treaties

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

The Union Legislature has the power to declare war, make peace, and enter into treaties.