Exercise : Polity - General Questions
✔ Polity -
General Questions
41.
The 'Joint Sitting' of both Houses is presided over by:
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Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Explanation:
A Joint Sitting is called by the President (under Article 108) to resolve a deadlock between the two Houses on a bill.
While the President summons the sitting, it is presided over by the Speaker of the Lok Sabha.
In the absence of the Speaker, the Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha presides, followed by the Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha.
While the President summons the sitting, it is presided over by the Speaker of the Lok Sabha.
In the absence of the Speaker, the Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha presides, followed by the Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha.
42.
A Money Bill can be introduced only in:
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Explanation:
Money Bills are defined under Article 110 of the Constitution.
They can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha and only on the recommendation of the President.
After being passed by the Lok Sabha, the Rajya Sabha has very limited powers and must return the bill within 14 days.
They can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha and only on the recommendation of the President.
After being passed by the Lok Sabha, the Rajya Sabha has very limited powers and must return the bill within 14 days.
43.
The maximum strength of the Lok Sabha as per the Constitution is:
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Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Explanation:
The Constitution provides for a maximum strength of 552 members in the Lok Sabha.
This includes 530 members representing the States, 20 representing the Union Territories, and 2 members from the Anglo-Indian community (nominated by the President).
However, the 104th Amendment Act, 2019, discontinued the nomination of Anglo-Indians.
This includes 530 members representing the States, 20 representing the Union Territories, and 2 members from the Anglo-Indian community (nominated by the President).
However, the 104th Amendment Act, 2019, discontinued the nomination of Anglo-Indians.
44.
What is the tenure of a member of the Rajya Sabha?
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Explanation:
The Rajya Sabha is a permanent body and is not subject to dissolution.
However, its members are elected for a term of 6 years.
One-third of the members retire every second year, and their seats are filled by fresh elections and nominations.
However, its members are elected for a term of 6 years.
One-third of the members retire every second year, and their seats are filled by fresh elections and nominations.
45.
The 'Quorum' to constitute a sitting of the House is:
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Explanation:
Quorum refers to the minimum number of members required to be present in the House before it can transact any business.
Article 100 specifies that the quorum for either House of Parliament is one-tenth of the total number of members.
This number includes the presiding officer (Speaker or Chairman).
Article 100 specifies that the quorum for either House of Parliament is one-tenth of the total number of members.
This number includes the presiding officer (Speaker or Chairman).
46.
Which House is known as the 'House of Elders'?
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Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Explanation:
The Rajya Sabha is often referred to as the 'House of Elders' or the Upper House.
It represents the States and Union Territories in the Indian Parliament.
It is a permanent house and consists of members who are generally more experienced and are elected indirectly by State Legislatures.
It represents the States and Union Territories in the Indian Parliament.
It is a permanent house and consists of members who are generally more experienced and are elected indirectly by State Legislatures.
47.
The first hour of every parliamentary sitting is called:
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Explanation:
The Question Hour is the first hour of every parliamentary sitting.
During this time, members of Parliament ask questions to ministers regarding administrative activities.
It is an important mechanism for the legislature to hold the executive accountable.
During this time, members of Parliament ask questions to ministers regarding administrative activities.
It is an important mechanism for the legislature to hold the executive accountable.
48.
'Zero Hour' is an Indian innovation. It starts:
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Explanation:
Zero Hour is an informal device available to members of Parliament to raise matters without any prior notice.
It starts immediately after the Question Hour and lasts until the agenda for the day is taken up.
It typically begins at 12 noon, which is why it is called 'Zero Hour'.
It starts immediately after the Question Hour and lasts until the agenda for the day is taken up.
It typically begins at 12 noon, which is why it is called 'Zero Hour'.
49.
Who is the 'Guardian of the Public Purse'?
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Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Explanation:
The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) is known as the Guardian of the Public Purse.
The CAG audits all receipts and expenditures of the Government of India and the State Governments.
Articles 148 to 151 of the Constitution deal with the office and duties of the CAG.
The CAG audits all receipts and expenditures of the Government of India and the State Governments.
Articles 148 to 151 of the Constitution deal with the office and duties of the CAG.
50.
To be a member of Lok Sabha, a person must be at least:
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Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Explanation:
Article 84 of the Constitution prescribes the qualifications for membership of Parliament.
For the Lok Sabha (House of the People), a person must be a citizen of India and at least 25 years of age.
For the Rajya Sabha, the minimum age requirement is 30 years.
For the Lok Sabha (House of the People), a person must be a citizen of India and at least 25 years of age.
For the Rajya Sabha, the minimum age requirement is 30 years.