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In case of Ordinary Bill, the Rajya Sabha is in a stronger position, though the total membership of the Rajya Sabha is less than the Lok Sabha.

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  1. True

  2. False

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In case of Ordinary Bill, the powers of Lok Sabha are equal. If there is disagreement between both the houses on the passage of the bill, the President may call for a joint sitting. But Lok Sabha has a stronger position in the joint sitting for passage of the ordinary bill because its total membership is larger than the Rajya Sabha.

Which type of Constitution is easy to amend?

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  1. Rigid Constitution

  2. Unitary Constitution

  3. Flexible Constitution

  4. Federal Constitution

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The structure of the constitution can be decided on the basis of amendments. In case the amendment is easy, it is called Flexible Constitution and in case the amendment is difficult, it is called the Rigid Constitution. A Flexible Constitution is regarded as unwritten or uncodified. It is easily amended without the use of special procedures. In a Flexible Constitution, the Parliament can alter the constitution by passing a law.

Any majority where at least 2/3rd members should be present for voting is called a ______ majority. 

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  1. Special

  2. Simple

  3. Effective

  4. Absolute

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Certain parts of the constitution can be amended by a special majority consent of the members of Parliament. Special Majority means two third members should accept. For example, if out of the 245 members in Rajya Sabha, if only 150 are present and voting, then the special majority required would be 101. This type of majority is used for most of the Constitutional amendment bills.

Which process refers to a majority of more than 50% of the members present and voting?

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  1. Effective Majority

  2. Absolute Majority

  3. Special Majority

  4. Simple Majority

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Simple majority or working majority refers to a majority of more than 50% of the members present and voting. Most of the normal motions and bills in the house such as No-confidence Motion, Motion of Confidence, Motion of Thanks, Censure Motion, Adjournment Motion, Money Bills, Ordinary Bills etc. are passed via the simple majority process.

Which method is used for amendments in sections related to the election of the President of India?

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  1. Special Majority

  2. Simple Majority

  3. Special Majority with consent from half of the states of India

  4. Simple Majority with consent from half of the states of India

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Certain parts of the constitution can be amended by special majority along with consent from half of the states of India. This method is harder compared to the other two methods viz Simple and Special Majority. By this method, the election of the President of India, distribution of powers between the Centre and the State and other sections can be amended. This method can also be used as per article 61 for the impeachment of the President.

Consider the following statements:
1. A Bill pending in the Legislature of 3 State shall not lapse by reason of the prorogation of the House or Houses thereof.
2. A Bill pending in the Legislative Council of a State which has not been passed by the Legislative Assembly shall not lapse on dissolution of the Assembly.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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  1. 1 only

  2. 2 only

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A Bill pending in the Legislature of a State shall not lapse by reason of the prorogation of the House or Houses . Bill pending in the Legislative Council of a State which has not been passed by the Legislative Assembly shall not lapse on a dissolution of the Assembly.                                          

Both the statement are correct as at the time of prorogation the bill or any other business pending in the House do not get affected and can be resumed when the House meets again. Further, Legislative Council is a permanent body and it do not dissolved, so dissolution of Legislative Assembly do not make the bill lapse.

If the Rajya Sabha rejects a Money Bill, then which of the following is correct?

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  1. Lok Sabha may or may not accept its recommendation

  2. Lok Sabha may not consider it at all

  3. President calls a joint session for passing of the Bill

  4. Bill is sent for further consideration

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rajya Sabha has limited powers regarding the Money Bill. It cannot reject or amend the money bill after it is passed by the Lok Sabha and transmitted to the Rajya Sabha. It has to return the bill within 14 days with or without recommendations. It is on the discretion of Lok Sabha to accept or reject any or all of the recommendations made by the Rajya Sabha.

  1. No Money Bill can be introduced in the Parliament without the recommendation of the President of India.
    2. The Prime Minister appoints Finance Commission for distribution of taxes between the Union and the States.
    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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  1. 1 only

  2. 2 only

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:
The Constitution lays down a special procedure for the passing of money bills in the parliament. A money bill can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha only on the recommendation of the president. 
Finance commission is a constitutional body. It is constituted by the President. It gives recommendation on distribution of tax revenues between the Union and the States and amongst the States themselves.

State which of the following statements is incorrect:

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  1. A Money Bill deals with imposition, remission, alteration or regulation of tax

  2. A Money Bill deals with regulation borrowing money or giving of any guarantee by the Government

  3. A Money Bill deals with the money of the Consolidated Fund

  4. A Money Bill is one which provides for the imposition of fines or fees

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:
Money Bills generally deals with matters relating to the imposition, abolition, remission, alteration or regulation of any tax. A bill is not a money bill if it provides for:
The imposition of fines or other pecuniary penalties or the demand or payment of a fee.

After the House is dissolved, the Speaker is _____________________.

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  1. Removed from the office immediately

  2. Remains as Speaker until the first meeting of the House of People after the dissolution

  3. He has to submit his resignation to the President of India within 24 hours

  4. He can continue as speaker for the period of 30 days only

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Speaker of the Lok Sabha (House of People) is appointed by the members of Lok Sabha amongst themselves. The speaker is appointed generally in the first meeting of Lok Sabha. If single name is proposed by members then speaker is appointed without formal vote but if more than one name is proposed the person getting majority is appointed.