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 is the role of the Legislative Assembly in the process of passing the Supplementary Budget?

  1. It can approve or reject the Supplementary Budget

  2. It can make amendments to the Supplementary Budget

  3. It can discuss and debate the Supplementary Budget

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

The Legislative Assembly has the power to approve or reject the Supplementary Budget, make amendments to the Supplementary Budget, and discuss and debate the Supplementary Budget.

Multiple choice

Which committee of the Legislative Assembly is responsible for examining the performance of public undertakings?

  1. Estimates Committee

  2. Public Accounts Committee

  3. Committee on Public Undertakings

  4. None of the above
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Committee on Public Undertakings of the Legislative Assembly is responsible for examining the performance of public undertakings.

Multiple choice

Which committee of the Legislative Assembly is responsible for examining the reports of the Comptroller and Auditor General?

  1. Estimates Committee

  2. Public Accounts Committee

  3. Committee on Public Undertakings

  4. None of the above
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Public Accounts Committee of the Legislative Assembly is responsible for examining the reports of the Comptroller and Auditor General.

Multiple choice

Which committee of the Legislative Assembly is responsible for examining the financial implications of bills?

  1. Estimates Committee

  2. Public Accounts Committee

  3. Committee on Public Undertakings

  4. None of the above
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Estimates Committee of the Legislative Assembly is responsible for examining the financial implications of bills.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a function of the Election Commission of India?

  1. Conducting elections to the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha

  2. Delimiting constituencies

  3. Recognizing political parties

  4. Appointing the Chief Election Commissioner
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Explanation

The Chief Election Commissioner is appointed by the President of India.

Multiple choice

What is the term used for the first session of a newly elected Parliament?

  1. Inaugural Session

  2. Budget Session

  3. Winter Session

  4. Monsoon Session
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Explanation

The first session of a newly elected Parliament is known as the Inaugural Session.

Multiple choice

What is the term used for the last session of a Parliament before its dissolution?

  1. Budget Session

  2. Winter Session

  3. Monsoon Session

  4. Terminal Session
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Explanation

The last session of a Parliament before its dissolution is known as the Terminal Session.

Multiple choice

Which session of Parliament is primarily dedicated to the presentation and discussion of the Union Budget?

  1. Budget Session

  2. Winter Session

  3. Monsoon Session

  4. Inaugural Session
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Budget Session of Parliament is primarily dedicated to the presentation and discussion of the Union Budget.

Multiple choice

Which session of Parliament is typically held during the winter months?

  1. Budget Session

  2. Winter Session

  3. Monsoon Session

  4. Inaugural Session
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Winter Session of Parliament is typically held during the winter months.

Multiple choice

Which session of Parliament is typically held during the monsoon months?

  1. Budget Session

  2. Winter Session

  3. Monsoon Session

  4. Inaugural Session
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Monsoon Session of Parliament is typically held during the monsoon months.

Multiple choice

What is the term used for a special session of Parliament convened to address urgent matters?

  1. Special Session

  2. Extraordinary Session

  3. Emergency Session

  4. Adjourned Session
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Explanation

A special session of Parliament convened to address urgent matters is known as a Special Session.

Multiple choice

What is the term used for a session of Parliament that is adjourned before its scheduled end?

  1. Adjourned Session

  2. Prorogued Session

  3. Dissolved Session

  4. Terminated Session
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Explanation

A session of Parliament that is adjourned before its scheduled end is known as an Adjourned Session.

Multiple choice

What is the term used for a session of Parliament that is dissolved before its scheduled end?

  1. Adjourned Session

  2. Prorogued Session

  3. Dissolved Session

  4. Terminated Session
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C Correct answer
Explanation

A session of Parliament that is dissolved before its scheduled end is known as a Dissolved Session.

Multiple choice

What is the term used for a session of Parliament that is terminated before its scheduled end?

  1. Adjourned Session

  2. Prorogued Session

  3. Dissolved Session

  4. Terminated Session
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Explanation

A session of Parliament that is terminated before its scheduled end is known as a Terminated Session.

Multiple choice

What is the term used for a joint sitting of both houses of Parliament?

  1. Joint Session

  2. Combined Session

  3. Unified Session

  4. Plenary Session
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Explanation

A joint sitting of both houses of Parliament is known as a Joint Session.