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Multiple choice civics the state government (part-ii) state council of minister state council of ministers governor, chief minister and state council of ministers

Consider the following statements:
1. Council of States passes a resolution supported by not less than 2/3rd majority of the members present and voting that it is in the national interest that the Parliament make law on such matters
2. Council of States and House of the People, both pass a resolution that it is in the national interest that the Parliament should make law on such matter
3. The President gives a prior permission for such legislation
4. Speaker of the House of the People in consultation with the Chairman of the Council of States gives the prior permission for such legislation
Which of these statements is/are correct?

  1. 1 only

  2. 1,2 and 3

  3. 2 and 3

  4. 1,2,3 and 4
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Under Article 249 of the Indian Constitution, the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) can empower Parliament to legislate on state list subjects if it passes a resolution by a 2/3rd majority of members present and voting.

Multiple choice civics the state government (part-ii) state council of minister state council of ministers governor, chief minister and state council of ministers

Which of the following is a continuing body _______________.

  1. Lok Sabha

  2. Legislative Assembly

  3. Legislative Council and Council of States

  4. None of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Council of States (Rajya Sabha) and Legislative Councils are permanent houses that are not subject to dissolution, making them continuing bodies.

Multiple choice civics the state government (part-ii) state council of minister state council of ministers governor, chief minister and state council of ministers

Article 98 of the Constitution of India deals with Secretariate of Parliament of India. What is true about it in respect of both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha (Council of Ministers)?

  1. Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha has a common secretariat

  2. Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha has separate secretariat of each one

  3. Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha do not have any secretariat

  4. None of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Article 98 of the Constitution of India mandates that each House of Parliament (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha) shall have a separate secretarial staff.

Multiple choice civics the state government (part-ii) state council of minister state council of ministers governor, chief minister and state council of ministers

Under Article 167 of the Constitution of India it shall be the duty of Chief Minister of each State ______________________.

  1. to communicate to Governor all decision of council of ministers relating to administrative affairs of his State and proposals for legislation

  2. to furnish such information relating to the administration of the affairs of the State and the proposals for legislation as the Governor may call for

  3. if the Governor so requires, to submit for the consideration of the council of ministers any matter on which a decision has been taken by a ministers but who has not been considered by the council

  4. all the above information
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Article 167 of the Constitution of India outlines the duties of the Chief Minister, which include communicating decisions, furnishing information, and submitting matters for consideration by the council of ministers.

Multiple choice civics the state government (part-ii) state council of minister state council of ministers governor, chief minister and state council of ministers

What is true about the council of ministers in a State Legislature?

  1. there are council of ministers with the Chief-Minister at the head to aid and advice the Governor

  2. there is be council of ministers at the Speaker as head

  3. There is council of ministers at the Speaker as head

  4. There is council of ministers with equal status of all
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

According to the Constitution, the council of ministers in a state is headed by the Chief Minister, and their role is to aid and advise the Governor in the exercise of their functions.

Multiple choice civics state factors of a state introduction to philosophical state the state government (part-ii)

The Governor of a state can use his discretion in ______________.

  1. Appointing the Chief Minister when no party has a clear majority

  2. Dissolving the lower chamber before the expiry of its term

  3. Appointing the Advocate General of the State

  4. Issuing Ordinances
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

According to the result of the elections to the state legislative assembly, the Governor invites the party (or coalition) with a majority of seats for the formation of the government. The governor uses his discretion in appointing the Chief Minister when no single party has a clear majority and a coalition government is needed to get to the majority number. The Chief Minister is appointed by the Governor. He also appoints the council of ministers in consultation with the Chief Minister.

Multiple choice civics state factors of a state introduction to philosophical state the state government (part-ii)

It is considered important to have Opposition Party in Democracy.

  1. True

  2. False
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A Correct answer
Explanation

(a) The opposition parties criticize the wrong policies of the government and demand their conciliation by launching agitation's.
(b) They serve as watchdog of democracy and ensure that the government functions in a responsible manner.

Multiple choice civics state factors of a state introduction to philosophical state the state government (part-ii)

In India, special status is being given to the ______________.

  1. Assam

  2. Bihar

  3. Jammu and Kashmir

  4. Mumbai
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Article 370 of the Indian constitution gave special status to J & K. This article allowed J & K to have a separate constitution, a state flag, and autonomy over the internal administration of the state. 

On August 5, 2019, a Presidential order was issued, the constitution order 2019 which superseded the constitution order 1954 which made all provisions of the Indian constitution applicable to J & K. 
Following the resolution passed in both house of the parliament, the President of India issued a further order on August 6, 2019, declaring all the clauses of Article 370 except clause 1 to be inoperative.

Multiple choice civics state factors of a state introduction to philosophical state the state government (part-ii)

Which one of the following statements best suggests that State is more powerful than the 'Government'?

  1. Government governs the State

  2. Government executes the will of the State

  3. Government exists for the good of the State

  4. Government cannot exist without the State
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

A modern state is a welfare state. The welfare state founded on the principles of equality of opportunity, equitable distribution of wealth, and public responsibility for those unable to avail themselves of the minimal provisions for a good life. The government of welfare state plays a key role in the protection and promotion of the social and economic well-being of its citizens. Hence, State is bigger and more important than its government.