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 the general rules of floor debate?

  1. Legislators must speak in a respectful and orderly manner.

  2. Legislators must confine their remarks to the topic at hand.

  3. Legislators must avoid personal attacks on other legislators.

  4. All of the above.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Floor debate is governed by a set of rules that ensure order and decorum in the assembly. These rules typically require legislators to speak respectfully, stay on topic, and avoid personal attacks.

Multiple choice

How are amendments voted on during floor debate?

  1. By a simple majority of the assembly.

  2. By a two-thirds majority of the assembly.

  3. By a unanimous vote of the assembly.

  4. The presiding officer decides.
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A Correct answer
Explanation

In most legislative assemblies, amendments are voted on by a simple majority of the members present and voting.

Multiple choice

How is a cloture motion voted on during floor debate?

  1. By a simple majority of the assembly.

  2. By a two-thirds majority of the assembly.

  3. By a unanimous vote of the assembly.

  4. The presiding officer decides.
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B Correct answer
Explanation

In most legislative assemblies, a cloture motion requires a two-thirds majority vote of the members present and voting.

Multiple choice

What are the rules governing filibusters during floor debate?

  1. There are no rules governing filibusters.

  2. Filibusters are only allowed on certain types of bills or resolutions.

  3. Filibusters are limited to a certain amount of time.

  4. Filibusters are not allowed in legislative assemblies.
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A Correct answer
Explanation

In most legislative assemblies, there are no specific rules governing filibusters, although some assemblies may have informal norms or traditions regarding their use.

Multiple choice

How is a motion to table voted on during floor debate?

  1. By a simple majority of the assembly.

  2. By a two-thirds majority of the assembly.

  3. By a unanimous vote of the assembly.

  4. The presiding officer decides.
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A Correct answer
Explanation

In most legislative assemblies, a motion to table is voted on by a simple majority of the members present and voting.

Multiple choice

How is a motion to recommit voted on during floor debate?

  1. By a simple majority of the assembly.

  2. By a two-thirds majority of the assembly.

  3. By a unanimous vote of the assembly.

  4. The presiding officer decides.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

In most legislative assemblies, a motion to recommit is voted on by a simple majority of the members present and voting.

Multiple choice

How is a motion to reconsider voted on during floor debate?

  1. By a simple majority of the assembly.

  2. By a two-thirds majority of the assembly.

  3. By a unanimous vote of the assembly.

  4. The presiding officer decides.
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A Correct answer
Explanation

In most legislative assemblies, a motion to reconsider is voted on by a simple majority of the members present and voting.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the New Zealand law that governs elections?

  1. The Electoral Act 1993

  2. The Voting Act 2005

  3. The Representation Act 1986

  4. The Constitution Act 1986
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Electoral Act 1993 is the New Zealand law that governs elections.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the committee in the UK House of Commons that is responsible for overseeing the Ministry of Defence?

  1. Defence Committee

  2. Armed Forces Committee

  3. National Security Committee

  4. Foreign Affairs Committee
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Defence Committee is responsible for overseeing the Ministry of Defence, which is responsible for the UK's armed forces.

Multiple choice

What is the primary purpose of an adjournment in the Indian Parliament?

  1. To allow members to attend important events outside the Parliament

  2. To conclude a parliamentary session

  3. To postpone a discussion on a particular issue

  4. To enable the government to introduce new legislation
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C Correct answer
Explanation

An adjournment is used to temporarily suspend a discussion or debate on a specific issue, allowing for further consideration or consultation.

Multiple choice

Which type of adjournment is used to suspend a parliamentary session for a specific period?

  1. Motion of No Confidence

  2. Adjournment Sine Die

  3. Adjournment Motion

  4. Prorogation
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Prorogation is the formal suspension of a parliamentary session for a specific period, usually at the end of a legislative term.

Multiple choice

Which type of adjournment is used to temporarily suspend a parliamentary session?

  1. Motion of No Confidence

  2. Adjournment Sine Die

  3. Adjournment Motion

  4. Prorogation
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C Correct answer
Explanation

An Adjournment Motion is used to temporarily suspend a parliamentary session for a specific purpose or to discuss an urgent matter.

Multiple choice

What is the maximum number of times an adjournment motion can be moved in a single day in the Indian Parliament?

  1. 1

  2. 2

  3. 3

  4. 4
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B Correct answer
Explanation

In the Indian Parliament, a maximum of two adjournment motions can be moved in a single day.

Multiple choice

Which type of adjournment is used to conclude a parliamentary session at the end of its term?

  1. Motion of No Confidence

  2. Adjournment Sine Die

  3. Adjournment Motion

  4. Prorogation
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Adjournment sine die is used to conclude a parliamentary session at the end of its term, without specifying a date for its resumption.

Multiple choice

What is the purpose of a motion to adjourn the debate?

  1. To allow members to continue the debate at a later time

  2. To conclude a parliamentary session

  3. To postpone a discussion on a particular issue

  4. To enable the government to introduce new legislation
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

A motion to adjourn the debate is used to allow members to continue the debate on a specific issue at a later time.