Questions & Answers
ICSE - Grade - 8
Subject: Civics
Chapter - 11 - The Union Legislature - The State Government
Types of Questions
MCQ
- The Union Legislature of India is called:
A) State Assembly
B) Vidhan Parishad
C) Parliament
D) Supreme Court
Answer: C) Parliament
- The Parliament of India consists of:
A) Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
B) Lok Sabha and President
C) Rajya Sabha and President
D) Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, and President
Answer: D) Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, and President
- The lower house of Parliament is:
A) Rajya Sabha
B) Lok Sabha
C) Vidhan Sabha
D) Council of States
Answer: B) Lok Sabha
- The maximum strength of the Lok Sabha is:
A) 250
B) 500
C) 552
D) 545
Answer: C) 552
- How many members can the President nominate to the Lok Sabha?
A) 12
B) 10
C) 5
D) 2
Answer: D) 2
- The Lok Sabha is elected for a term of:
A) 4 years
B) 5 years
C) 6 years
D) 3 years
Answer: B) 5 years
- The minimum age to contest Lok Sabha elections is:
A) 18 years
B) 21 years
C) 25 years
D) 30 years
Answer: C) 25 years
- Who is the presiding officer of the Lok Sabha?
A) President
B) Vice-President
C) Speaker
D) Prime Minister
Answer: C) Speaker
- The upper house of Parliament is known as:
A) Rajya Sabha
B) Lok Sabha
C) Vidhan Sabha
D) Panchayat
Answer: A) Rajya Sabha
- The Rajya Sabha is a:
A) Temporary body
B) Permanent body
C) Nominated body
D) Dissolvable body
Answer: B) Permanent body
- One-third of the Rajya Sabha members retire every:
A) 3 years
B) 2 years
C) 5 years
D) 6 years
Answer: B) 2 years
- The minimum age to be a Rajya Sabha member is:
A) 18 years
B) 25 years
C) 30 years
D) 35 years
Answer: C) 30 years
- The maximum strength of the Rajya Sabha is:
A) 245
B) 238
C) 250
D) 300
Answer: C) 250
- Who nominates 12 members to the Rajya Sabha?
A) Prime Minister
B) Speaker
C) President
D) Vice-President
Answer: C) President
- The 12 nominated members of Rajya Sabha are selected from:
A) Politics
B) Business
C) Sports
D) Literature, science, art, and social service
Answer: D) Literature, science, art, and social service
- The list on which only State Governments can legislate:
A) Union List
B) Concurrent List
C) State List
D) Federal List
Answer: C) State List
- The Concurrent List allows law-making by:
A) States only
B) Union only
C) Judiciary
D) Both Union and States
Answer: D) Both Union and States
- In case of conflict in Concurrent List subjects, which law prevails?
A) State Law
B) Customary Law
C) Union Law
D) Local Law
Answer: C) Union Law
- Which of the following is NOT a function of the Parliament?
A) Making laws
B) Executing laws
C) Controlling the Executive
D) Financial control
Answer: B) Executing laws
- The authority to amend the Constitution lies with:
A) State Assemblies
B) President alone
C) Supreme Court
D) Parliament
Answer: D) Parliament
- Money Bills can be introduced only in:
A) Rajya Sabha
B) State Legislature
C) Lok Sabha
D) High Court
Answer: C) Lok Sabha
- The Union Executive consists of:
A) Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
B) President, Vice-President, and Prime Minister
C) Governors
D) State Ministers
Answer: B) President, Vice-President, and Prime Minister
- The body responsible for implementing laws is:
A) Legislature
B) Executive
C) Judiciary
D) Parliament
Answer: B) Executive
- The Judiciary in India is:
A) Dependent
B) Arbitrary
C) Subordinate to Parliament
D) Independent
Answer: D) Independent
- Which of the following can impeach the President?
A) Prime Minister
B) Parliament
C) Supreme Court
D) Lok Sabha alone
Answer: B) Parliament
- Which organ ensures that laws are just and constitutional?
A) Legislature
B) Executive
C) Judiciary
D) Police
Answer: C) Judiciary
- The power to make laws on trade and commerce lies in the:
A) Union List
B) State List
C) Concurrent List
D) Reserved List
Answer: B) State List
- Education is a subject under the:
A) State List
B) Union List
C) Concurrent List
D) Residuary List
Answer: C) Concurrent List
- The primary law-making body at the Union level is:
A) Cabinet
B) Parliament
C) President
D) Supreme Court
Answer: B) Parliament
- Who can dissolve the Lok Sabha?
A) Speaker
B) Rajya Sabha
C) President
D) Prime Minister
Answer: C) President
- What ensures government accountability to the Parliament?
A) Law-making
B) Budget
C) Question Hour
D) Elections
Answer: C) Question Hour
- The Indian Constitution divides powers between:
A) Executive and Judiciary
B) Union and States
C) President and Governors
D) Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
Answer: B) Union and States
- Which list includes Police and Public Health?
A) Union List
B) State List
C) Concurrent List
D) Administrative List
Answer: B) State List
- Which function involves amending the Constitution?
A) Judicial
B) Constituent
C) Executive
D) Legislative
Answer: B) Constituent
- Parliament’s power to question the Executive is a:
A) Judicial function
B) Financial function
C) Constituent function
D) Control function
Answer: D) Control function
- Members of Rajya Sabha are elected by:
A) Citizens
B) Governors
C) State Legislative Assemblies
D) President
Answer: C) State Legislative Assemblies
- A Bill becomes a law when:
A) Passed by Lok Sabha
B) Passed by both Houses
C) Signed by Prime Minister
D) Signed by the President
Answer: D) Signed by the President
- Who presents the Annual Budget?
A) President
B) Finance Minister
C) Prime Minister
D) Speaker
Answer: B) Finance Minister
- Judicial functions of Parliament include:
A) Passing ordinances
B) Reviewing bills
C) Removing judges
D) Introducing budgets
Answer: C) Removing judges
- Parliament controls government expenditure through:
A) Question Hour
B) Budget Session
C) Impeachment
D) Special Sessions
Answer: B) Budget Session
- Which House is stronger in financial matters?
A) Rajya Sabha
B) Lok Sabha
C) State Assembly
D) Governor’s Council
Answer: B) Lok Sabha
- The speaker of Lok Sabha is elected by:
A) President
B) Prime Minister
C) Lok Sabha members
D) Rajya Sabha
Answer: C) Lok Sabha members
- Which House can be dissolved?
A) Rajya Sabha
B) Lok Sabha
C) Both
D) None
Answer: B) Lok Sabha
- The organ of information function of Parliament is to:
A) Pass laws
B) Remove judges
C) Debate public issues
D) Introduce motions
Answer: C) Debate public issues
- The Concurrent List is mentioned in the:
A) Preamble
B) Constitution
C) Fundamental Rights
D) Directive Principles
Answer: B) Constitution
- The President addresses the Parliament:
A) Every month
B) Every session
C) First session each year
D) During Budget
Answer: C) First session each year
- The Budget is introduced in the:
A) Rajya Sabha
B) Supreme Court
C) Lok Sabha
D) President’s Office
Answer: C) Lok Sabha
- Which Bill can Rajya Sabha not amend but only suggest changes?
A) Ordinary Bill
B) Constitution Amendment Bill
C) Money Bill
D) Resolution
Answer: C) Money Bill
- Law-making on subjects not in any list goes to:
A) State
B) Union
C) Judiciary
D) President
Answer: B) Union
- The total number of Union and State Lists combined is:
A) 66
B) 47
C) 97
D) 122
Answer: C) 97
Fill in the Blanks
- The Union Legislature of India is called the ____.
Answer: Parliament - The Indian Parliament consists of the President, the Lok Sabha, and the ____.
Answer: Rajya Sabha - The lower house of the Parliament is known as the ____.
Answer: Lok Sabha - The upper house of the Parliament is known as the ____.
Answer: Rajya Sabha - The Lok Sabha has a maximum strength of ____ members.
Answer: 552 - The President can nominate ____ members to the Lok Sabha.
Answer: 2 - The term of the Lok Sabha is ____ years.
Answer: 5 - The presiding officer of the Lok Sabha is called the ____.
Answer: Speaker - The Rajya Sabha is a ____ body.
Answer: permanent - One-third of the members of Rajya Sabha retire every ____ years.
Answer: 2 - The minimum age to contest for Lok Sabha is ____ years.
Answer: 25 - The minimum age to become a member of the Rajya Sabha is ____ years.
Answer: 30 - The maximum number of members in the Rajya Sabha is ____.
Answer: 250 - The President nominates ____ members to the Rajya Sabha.
Answer: 12 - The nominated members of Rajya Sabha are chosen from fields such as literature, science, art, and ____.
Answer: social service - The ____ is the supreme law-making body of the country.
Answer: Parliament - The power to make laws for the whole country rests with the ____.
Answer: Union Parliament - ____ is the organ of government that implements laws.
Answer: Executive - The ____ interprets laws and settles disputes.
Answer: Judiciary - Subjects such as police and agriculture fall under the ____ List.
Answer: State - Subjects such as education and marriage fall under the ____ List.
Answer: Concurrent - In case of conflict on Concurrent List subjects, the ____ law prevails.
Answer: Union - Money Bills can be introduced only in the ____.
Answer: Lok Sabha - The annual budget is presented in the ____.
Answer: Lok Sabha - Parliament exercises ____ control by passing the budget.
Answer: financial - The Parliament can remove the President by a process called ____.
Answer: impeachment - The Parliament can remove judges by passing a resolution for their ____.
Answer: removal - The ____ appoints the Prime Minister of India.
Answer: President - The ____ hour is an important device of Parliamentary control.
Answer: Question - The ____ List includes subjects of national importance.
Answer: Union - Making laws is the ____ function of the Parliament.
Answer: legislative - The power to amend the Constitution is a ____ function of the Parliament.
Answer: constituent - Control over the executive is exercised by the Parliament through the ____ motion.
Answer: no-confidence - The Indian Constitution provides for a ____ form of government.
Answer: federal - The Prime Minister is the head of the ____.
Answer: government - The President is the head of the ____.
Answer: state - The Rajya Sabha members are elected by the ____ of States and Union Territories.
Answer: Legislative Assemblies - The Parliament can discuss urgent matters in the ____ hour.
Answer: Zero - The Constitution divides legislative powers into three lists: Union, State, and ____.
Answer: Concurrent - The President addresses both Houses of Parliament at the beginning of the ____ session each year.
Answer: first - The Parliament controls the ____ by holding it accountable.
Answer: executive - A law becomes effective only after receiving the assent of the ____.
Answer: President - ____ is responsible for maintaining law and order in a state.
Answer: State Government - The Judiciary ensures that laws are consistent with the ____.
Answer: Constitution - The ____ has more powers in financial matters than the Rajya Sabha.
Answer: Lok Sabha - The ____ is elected by the elected members of the Lok Sabha.
Answer: Speaker - The ____ cannot be dissolved as it is a permanent body.
Answer: Rajya Sabha - The Parliament serves as an organ of ____ by debating national issues.
Answer: information - ____ Bills deal with revenue and government expenditure.
Answer: Money - Parliament has the power to make laws for the whole country on matters in the ____ List.
Answer: Union
Name the Following
- The supreme law-making body in India.
Answer: Parliament - The two houses of the Indian Parliament.
Answer: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha - The head of the Union Executive.
Answer: President - The presiding officer of the Lok Sabha.
Answer: Speaker - The upper house of Parliament.
Answer: Rajya Sabha - The lower house of Parliament.
Answer: Lok Sabha - The house whose members are directly elected by the people.
Answer: Lok Sabha - The permanent house of Parliament.
Answer: Rajya Sabha - The minimum age to become a Lok Sabha member.
Answer: 25 years - The minimum age to become a Rajya Sabha member.
Answer: 30 years - The term of the Lok Sabha.
Answer: 5 years - The person who presides over Rajya Sabha.
Answer: Vice-President of India - The maximum strength of the Lok Sabha.
Answer: 552 members - The maximum strength of the Rajya Sabha.
Answer: 250 members - The number of members nominated to Rajya Sabha by the President.
Answer: 12 - The number of members nominated to Lok Sabha by the President.
Answer: 2 - The law-making body of the State.
Answer: State Legislature - The organ of government that implements laws.
Answer: Executive - The organ of government that interprets laws.
Answer: Judiciary - The list on which only the State Governments can make laws.
Answer: State List - The list on which both the Union and State Governments can make laws.
Answer: Concurrent List - The list on which only the Union Government can make laws.
Answer: Union List - The subject of public health falls under this list.
Answer: State List - The subject of education falls under this list.
Answer: Concurrent List - The bill introduced only in the Lok Sabha.
Answer: Money Bill - The session where the Annual Budget is presented.
Answer: Budget Session - The minister who presents the Annual Budget.
Answer: Finance Minister - The device used in Parliament to ask questions to ministers.
Answer: Question Hour - The power of Parliament to change the Constitution.
Answer: Constituent Power - The function of Parliament related to making laws.
Answer: Legislative Function - The function of Parliament related to budget and finance.
Answer: Financial Function - The function of Parliament that deals with removal of the President.
Answer: Judicial Function - The list that includes subjects of national importance.
Answer: Union List - The process to remove the President of India.
Answer: Impeachment - The type of bill that deals with amending the Constitution.
Answer: Constitution Amendment Bill - The building where the Indian Parliament meets.
Answer: Sansad Bhavan - The law that governs India.
Answer: The Constitution of India - The form of government India follows.
Answer: Federal Government - The place from which the Prime Minister runs the government.
Answer: Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) - The body responsible for maintaining law and order in a state.
Answer: State Government - The list that includes subjects like police and local governments.
Answer: State List - The organ of government accountable to Parliament.
Answer: Executive - The list that includes both Union and State powers.
Answer: Concurrent List - The house with greater financial powers.
Answer: Lok Sabha - The person responsible for maintaining order in Lok Sabha.
Answer: Speaker - The number of members required to form a quorum in Lok Sabha.
Answer: One-tenth of the total membership - The house that cannot be dissolved.
Answer: Rajya Sabha - The number of members retiring every two years from Rajya Sabha.
Answer: One-third - The list that includes subjects like defence, foreign affairs, and atomic energy.
Answer: Union List - The power exercised by Parliament in removal of judges.
Answer: Judicial Power
Answer in One Word
- The supreme law-making body of India.
Answer: Parliament - The lower house of Parliament.
Answer: Lok Sabha - The upper house of Parliament.
Answer: Rajya Sabha - Head of the Union Executive.
Answer: President - Presiding officer of Lok Sabha.
Answer: Speaker - Permanent house of Parliament.
Answer: Rajya Sabha - Body that implements laws.
Answer: Executive - Body that interprets laws.
Answer: Judiciary - Body that makes laws.
Answer: Legislature - Total maximum members in Lok Sabha.
Answer: 552 - Maximum nominated members in Lok Sabha.
Answer: 2 - Total maximum members in Rajya Sabha.
Answer: 250 - Nominated members in Rajya Sabha.
Answer: 12 - Minimum age to become a Lok Sabha member.
Answer: 25 - Minimum age for Rajya Sabha membership.
Answer: 30 - Tenure of Lok Sabha.
Answer: Five - Frequency of Rajya Sabha elections (in years).
Answer: Two - House that controls finances.
Answer: Lok Sabha - Session where Budget is presented.
Answer: Budget - Day when Parliament begins its daily sitting.
Answer: Question - Type of bill for Constitution changes.
Answer: Amendment - House where Money Bill originates.
Answer: Lok Sabha - House that cannot be dissolved.
Answer: Rajya Sabha - House dissolved every five years.
Answer: Lok Sabha - List for national interest subjects.
Answer: Union - List for state interest subjects.
Answer: State - List shared by Centre and States.
Answer: Concurrent - List including police and prisons.
Answer: State - List including education.
Answer: Concurrent - List including defence.
Answer: Union - First citizen of India.
Answer: President - Indian Parliament’s meeting place.
Answer: Sansad - Union Parliament’s financial statement.
Answer: Budget - Parliament’s power to change Constitution.
Answer: Constituent - Power to remove President.
Answer: Impeachment - Vice-President is Chairman of which House?
Answer: Rajya Sabha - Voting method used for Lok Sabha.
Answer: Direct - Voting method used for Rajya Sabha.
Answer: Indirect - Indian Parliament’s type.
Answer: Bicameral - Rajya Sabha’s retiring fraction every 2 years.
Answer: One-third - Age qualification for voting.
Answer: Eighteen - Presiding officer of Rajya Sabha.
Answer: Vice-President - House with more power on money matters.
Answer: Lok Sabha - Lok Sabha’s internal management head.
Answer: Speaker - Law after approval by Parliament and President.
Answer: Act - First session of the year.
Answer: Budget - Parliament’s power to oversee executive.
Answer: Control - Device for gathering information from ministers.
Answer: Question - Members of Rajya Sabha are elected by.
Answer: MLAs - Chief function of Parliament.
Answer: Lawmaking
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Find the Odd Man Out
- Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, State Legislature, President
Answer: State Legislature
Explanation: All others are part of the Union Parliament. - Executive, Judiciary, Legislature, Parliament
Answer: Parliament
Explanation: Parliament is a part of the Legislature, while others are branches of government. - Police, Education, Agriculture, Defence
Answer: Defence
Explanation: Defence is in the Union List; others are in the State or Concurrent List. - Prime Minister, President, Vice President, Governor
Answer: Governor
Explanation: Governor is a state-level authority; others are at the Union level. - Speaker, Deputy Speaker, Chairman of Rajya Sabha, Chief Minister
Answer: Chief Minister
Explanation: Chief Minister is part of the Executive; others are legislative functionaries. - Lok Sabha, Vidhan Sabha, Rajya Sabha, Parliament
Answer: Vidhan Sabha
Explanation: Vidhan Sabha is at the state level; others are central bodies. - Judiciary, Executive, Lok Sabha, Legislature
Answer: Lok Sabha
Explanation: Lok Sabha is a part of Legislature; others are branches of government. - Agriculture, Police, Atomic Energy, Local Government
Answer: Atomic Energy
Explanation: Atomic Energy is under Union List; others are State List subjects. - Education, Marriage, Divorce, Foreign Affairs
Answer: Foreign Affairs
Explanation: Foreign Affairs is under Union List; others fall under Concurrent List. - President, Speaker, Vice-President, Finance Minister
Answer: Finance Minister
Explanation: Finance Minister is part of the Executive; others have legislative roles. - Budget, Ordinance, Money Bill, Constitution Amendment Bill
Answer: Ordinance
Explanation: Ordinance is passed by the Executive, not Parliament. - Rajya Sabha, Legislative Council, Lok Sabha, Vidhan Sabha
Answer: Lok Sabha
Explanation: Others can be permanent houses; Lok Sabha is subject to dissolution. - Rajya Sabha, Lok Sabha, Supreme Court, Parliament
Answer: Supreme Court
Explanation: Supreme Court belongs to Judiciary; others are legislative bodies. - Speaker, Chairman of Rajya Sabha, Question Hour, Zero Hour
Answer: Question Hour
Explanation: Question Hour is a proceeding; others are authorities or roles. - Money Bill, Ordinary Bill, Budget, Presidential Election
Answer: Presidential Election
Explanation: It is not a legislative process like others. - Education, Forests, Police, Trade Union
Answer: Police
Explanation: Police is in State List; others are in Concurrent List. - Lawmaking, Judicial Review, Executive Order, Budget Passing
Answer: Judicial Review
Explanation: It is a judicial function; others are legislative or executive. - Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, Cabinet, Parliament
Answer: Cabinet
Explanation: Cabinet is part of Executive; others are legislative. - Agriculture, Public Order, Education, Banking
Answer: Banking
Explanation: Banking is under Union List; others are State/Concurrent subjects. - Defence, Foreign Affairs, Atomic Energy, Education
Answer: Education
Explanation: Education is in Concurrent List; others in Union List. - Prime Minister, President, Vice President, MLA
Answer: MLA
Explanation: MLA is a state representative; others are central figures. - Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, Legislative Assembly, Supreme Court
Answer: Supreme Court
Explanation: It is judicial; others are legislative. - Rajya Sabha, Lok Sabha, Cabinet, Speaker
Answer: Cabinet
Explanation: Cabinet belongs to Executive; others to Legislature. - Governor, Chief Minister, Cabinet Minister, Vice-President
Answer: Vice-President
Explanation: Vice-President is at Union level; others are at State level. - Union List, State List, Central List, Concurrent List
Answer: Central List
Explanation: There is no ‘Central List’ in the Constitution. - Finance Bill, Money Bill, Budget, Judiciary
Answer: Judiciary
Explanation: Judiciary is not a bill or financial instrument. - Constitution Amendment Bill, Finance Bill, Money Bill, Directive Principles
Answer: Directive Principles
Explanation: It is part of Constitution, not a type of bill. - Voting, Lawmaking, Budget Approval, Judgement
Answer: Judgement
Explanation: Judgement is a judicial action; others are parliamentary. - President, Parliament, Supreme Court, Executive
Answer: Supreme Court
Explanation: It is judiciary; others relate to legislature/executive. - Lok Sabha, MLA, Rajya Sabha, Parliament
Answer: MLA
Explanation: MLA is a State Legislature member; others are Union bodies. - State List, Law and Order, Education, Atomic Energy
Answer: Atomic Energy
Explanation: It is a Union subject; others fall under State/Concurrent. - Legislative Assembly, Legislative Council, Rajya Sabha, Supreme Court
Answer: Supreme Court
Explanation: It is judicial; others are legislative houses. - Speaker, Whip, President, Chairman
Answer: President
Explanation: President is not part of internal house proceedings. - Parliament, Supreme Court, High Court, District Court
Answer: Parliament
Explanation: Parliament is legislature; others are courts. - Rajya Sabha, Lok Sabha, Zila Parishad, President
Answer: Zila Parishad
Explanation: It’s a local body; others are national-level institutions. - Cabinet, Lok Sabha, Budget, Prime Minister
Answer: Budget
Explanation: Budget is a financial document; others are persons or bodies. - Supreme Court, High Court, Executive, District Court
Answer: Executive
Explanation: Executive is not a part of the judiciary. - Question Hour, Zero Hour, Impeachment, Adjournment
Answer: Impeachment
Explanation: It’s a constitutional procedure; others are parliamentary procedures. - Defence, Judiciary, Atomic Energy, Education
Answer: Education
Explanation: Education is not in Union List exclusively. - Speaker, Prime Minister, Chief Minister, Home Minister
Answer: Speaker
Explanation: Speaker is a legislative post; others are executive. - Parliament, Legislative Assembly, Lok Sabha, Panchayat
Answer: Panchayat
Explanation: It is a local self-government body. - Money Bill, Constitution Amendment, Finance Bill, State Budget
Answer: State Budget
Explanation: State Budget is not presented in the Union Parliament. - State List, Concurrent List, Union List, Panchayat List
Answer: Panchayat List
Explanation: Panchayat List is not a constitutional list. - Lok Sabha, Vice-President, Rajya Sabha, President
Answer: Vice-President
Explanation: Vice-President is not a house or part of the legislature. - Budget, Law, Ordinance, Act
Answer: Ordinance
Explanation: Passed by Executive, not by Parliament. - Judiciary, Advocate, Police, Supreme Court
Answer: Police
Explanation: Police is not part of Judiciary. - Rajya Sabha, Speaker, Lok Sabha, Parliament
Answer: Speaker
Explanation: Speaker is an officer, not an institution. - Lok Sabha, Council of Ministers, Prime Minister, President
Answer: Lok Sabha
Explanation: It is a house; others are executive posts. - Budget, Ordinance, Constitution, Question Hour
Answer: Ordinance
Explanation: Made by Executive, not by Parliament. - Defence, Communication, Education, Local Government
Answer: Local Government
Explanation: It’s a State List subject; others are Union/Concurrent.
Match the Pair
Set 1: Match the Pair
Column A
- Lok Sabha
- Rajya Sabha
- Speaker
- Money Bill
- President
Column B
a. Presides over Lok Sabha
b. Head of the State
c. Introduced only in Lok Sabha
d. Lower House
e. Upper House
Correct Answers
1 – d
2 – e
3 – a
4 – c
5 – b
Set 2: Match the Pair
Column A
- Vice-President
- Minimum age for Rajya Sabha
- Maximum strength of Lok Sabha
- Tenure of Rajya Sabha members
- Nominated members in Rajya Sabha
Column B
a. 6 years
b. 250
c. 30 years
d. Ex-officio Chairman of Rajya Sabha
e. 12
Correct Answers
1 – d
2 – c
3 – b
4 – a
5 – e
Set 3: Match the Pair
Column A
- Ordinary Bill
- Constitution Amendment Bill
- Financial Bill
- Prime Minister
- Members of Parliament
Column B
a. Elected by people
b. Introduced in either House
c. Head of the Council of Ministers
d. Alters Constitution
e. Concerns revenue
Correct Answers
1 – b
2 – d
3 – e
4 – c
5 – a
Set 4: Match the Pair
Column A
- State List
- Concurrent List
- Union List
- Law making
- Judiciary
Column B
a. Interprets laws
b. Education
c. Police
d. Defence
e. Role of Legislature
Correct Answers
1 – c
2 – b
3 – d
4 – e
5 – a
Set 5: Match the Pair
Column A
- Speaker of Lok Sabha
- Council of Ministers
- Bicameral Legislature
- Financial Control
- Quorum
Column B
a. 10% of total strength
b. Two Houses
c. Controls executive
d. Decides order of proceedings
e. Executive wing of Parliament
Correct Answers
1 – d
2 – e
3 – b
4 – c
5 – a
Set 6: Match the Pair
Column A
- Rajya Sabha members elected by
- Parliament
- Legislative Assembly
- Governor
- Bill
Column B
a. State MLAs
b. Law when passed
c. Law-making body
d. State Executive Head
e. Makes laws for the state
Correct Answers
1 – a
2 – c
3 – e
4 – d
5 – b
Set 7: Match the Pair
Column A
- Maximum age to become MP
- Number of Lok Sabha members elected
- Tenure of Lok Sabha
- Age to vote
- President’s assent
Column B
a. Required for law to pass
b. 18 years
c. 543
d. No maximum age
e. 5 years
Correct Answers
1 – d
2 – c
3 – e
4 – b
5 – a
Set 8: Match the Pair
Column A
- Money Bill passed by
- Residuary Powers
- Impeachment
- Control over executive
- Zero Hour
Column B
a. Discuss public issues
b. Not in any list
c. Lok Sabha
d. Parliamentary tool
e. Removal of President
Correct Answers
1 – c
2 – b
3 – e
4 – d
5 – a
Set 9: Match the Pair
Column A
- Union Government
- State Government
- Judiciary
- Concurrent subjects
- Fundamental Law
Column B
a. Constitution
b. Centre and State both make laws
c. Supreme and High Courts
d. State Executive
e. National Executive
Correct Answers
1 – e
2 – d
3 – c
4 – b
5 – a
Set 10: Match the Pair
Column A
- Control over Budget
- Debate and Discussion
- Rajya Sabha tenure
- Minimum age for Lok Sabha
- Total members in Rajya Sabha
Column B
a. 25 years
b. 6 years
c. 250
d. Function of Parliament
e. Ensures transparency
Correct Answers
1 – e
2 – d
3 – b
4 – a
5 – c
Short Answer Questions
- What are the three organs of the government?
Legislature, Executive, and Judiciary - Which is the Union Legislature of India?
The Parliament - Name the two Houses of the Indian Parliament.
Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha - Who is the head of the Union Executive?
The President - Who is the head of the State Executive?
The Governor - What is the maximum strength of the Lok Sabha?
552 members - What is the maximum strength of the Rajya Sabha?
250 members - How many members of Rajya Sabha are nominated by the President?
12 members - What is the tenure of the Lok Sabha?
5 years - What is the tenure of a Rajya Sabha member?
6 years - What is the minimum age to become a member of the Lok Sabha?
25 years - What is the minimum age to become a member of the Rajya Sabha?
30 years - Who elects the members of the Lok Sabha?
People of India - Who elects the members of the Rajya Sabha?
Elected members of the State Legislative Assemblies - Who is the presiding officer of the Lok Sabha?
The Speaker - Who is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?
The Vice-President of India - Who summons and prorogues the Parliament?
The President - What is a Money Bill?
A bill that deals with taxation or government spending - In which House is a Money Bill introduced?
Lok Sabha - What is an Ordinary Bill?
A bill that deals with any matter except money - What is the Quorum of the Lok Sabha?
One-tenth of the total membership - What does the Parliament do during the Question Hour?
It holds the government accountable by asking questions - What is the function of the Legislature?
To make laws - What is the function of the Executive?
To enforce laws - What is the function of the Judiciary?
To interpret and apply laws - Name any two subjects in the Union List.
Defence and Foreign Affairs - Name any two subjects in the State List.
Police and Agriculture - Name any two subjects in the Concurrent List.
Education and Forests - Who decides whether a bill is a Money Bill?
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha - What is the purpose of a Constitution Amendment Bill?
To make changes in the Constitution - What kind of bill needs the approval of both Houses of Parliament?
Ordinary Bill - What kind of control does the Parliament exercise over the executive?
Through questions, motions, and debates - Which House has more powers in financial matters?
Lok Sabha - What is the process of removing the President called?
Impeachment - What is the minimum number of sessions Parliament must hold in a year?
Two - Can the Rajya Sabha be dissolved?
No, it is a permanent House - How are laws made in Parliament?
By passing bills in both Houses and getting President’s assent - What is the age of universal adult franchise in India?
18 years - What does “bicameral legislature” mean?
A legislature with two Houses - Name the House that represents the people directly.
Lok Sabha - Name the House that represents the States.
Rajya Sabha - What is the term of office of the Speaker?
Till the dissolution of the Lok Sabha - What is the Union List?
Subjects on which only the Parliament can make laws - What is the State List?
Subjects on which only State Legislatures can make laws - What is the Concurrent List?
Subjects on which both Parliament and State Legislatures can make laws - Who gives assent to a bill to become a law?
The President - Which body can make amendments to the Constitution?
The Parliament - What is the role of Parliament as an organ of information?
To inform the public about government policies - What are the constituent functions of the Parliament?
Amending the Constitution - What ensures accountability of the executive to the Legislature?
Question Hour, motions, and debates in Parliament
Puzzles
- Puzzle: I am the House of the People where members are directly elected. What am I?
Answer: Lok Sabha - Puzzle: I am the upper house of Parliament that is never dissolved. What am I?
Answer: Rajya Sabha - Puzzle: I am the person who presides over Lok Sabha sessions. Who am I?
Answer: The Speaker - Puzzle: I am a bill related only to money and financial matters. What am I called?
Answer: Money Bill - Puzzle: I am the document that gives laws legal approval after Parliament passes them. What am I?
Answer: President’s Assent - Puzzle: I am the list of subjects where both Parliament and States can make laws. What am I?
Answer: Concurrent List - Puzzle: I am the state’s executive head who represents the President. Who am I?
Answer: Governor - Puzzle: I am the period after which Lok Sabha elections must be held again. How many years?
Answer: Five years - Puzzle: I am the place where Parliament meets to pass laws. What am I?
Answer: Parliament House - Puzzle: I am the function of Parliament to keep an eye on government spending. What am I?
Answer: Financial Control - Puzzle: I am the permanent house of Parliament that represents states. What am I?
Answer: Rajya Sabha - Puzzle: I am the person elected by Lok Sabha members to conduct sessions. Who am I?
Answer: The Speaker - Puzzle: I am a bill that seeks to amend the Constitution. What am I called?
Answer: Constitution Amendment Bill - Puzzle: I am the list that contains subjects like police and agriculture. What am I?
Answer: State List - Puzzle: I am a member of Parliament who represents a specific geographical area. Who am I?
Answer: Member of Lok Sabha - Puzzle: I am the upper house chairman, also the country’s Vice-President. Who am I?
Answer: Chairman of Rajya Sabha - Puzzle: I am a law-making body that debates bills and passes laws. What am I?
Answer: Legislature - Puzzle: I am the list of subjects only Parliament can legislate on, like defence. What am I?
Answer: Union List - Puzzle: I am the term length for a Rajya Sabha member. How many years?
Answer: Six years - Puzzle: I am the function where Parliament can remove the President. What am I?
Answer: Impeachment - Puzzle: I am the session of Parliament where budgets are discussed. What am I?
Answer: Budget Session - Puzzle: I am the procedure where a bill is introduced and discussed in Parliament. What am I?
Answer: Legislative Procedure - Puzzle: I am the executive head of the State government. Who am I?
Answer: Chief Minister - Puzzle: I am the list that contains subjects both State and Union can legislate on. What am I?
Answer: Concurrent List - Puzzle: I am the parliamentary procedure where members ask ministers questions. What am I?
Answer: Question Hour - Puzzle: I am the person who represents the President in the State. Who am I?
Answer: Governor - Puzzle: I am the power of Parliament to change the Constitution. What am I called?
Answer: Constituent Power - Puzzle: I am a bill introduced to raise taxes or spend government money. What am I?
Answer: Money Bill - Puzzle: I am the authority that passes laws after they are approved by both Houses. What am I?
Answer: President - Puzzle: I am a member of Rajya Sabha nominated by the President for my expertise. Who am I?
Answer: Nominated Member - Puzzle: I am the largest number of members in the Indian Parliament. Which House?
Answer: Lok Sabha - Puzzle: I am the act of overseeing the government by Parliament. What am I?
Answer: Control over the Executive - Puzzle: I am the list that contains subjects only the State legislatures can legislate on. What am I?
Answer: State List - Puzzle: I am the function of Parliament to inform the public about government work. What am I?
Answer: Organ of Information - Puzzle: I am the legal oath taken by members before entering Parliament. What am I?
Answer: Oath of Office - Puzzle: I am the period after which one-third members of Rajya Sabha retire. How many years?
Answer: Two years - Puzzle: I am the main law-making body in a democratic country. What am I?
Answer: Legislature - Puzzle: I am the power of Parliament to oversee and approve government spending. What am I?
Answer: Financial Control - Puzzle: I am the position held by the head of the Council of Ministers in a State. Who am I?
Answer: Chief Minister - Puzzle: I am a type of bill requiring approval from both Houses and the President. What am I?
Answer: Ordinary Bill - Puzzle: I am the chamber where bills related to money are first introduced. What am I?
Answer: Lok Sabha - Puzzle: I am the power given to Parliament to amend laws and the Constitution. What am I?
Answer: Legislative Power - Puzzle: I am the term used for the period when Parliament is not in session. What am I?
Answer: Recess - Puzzle: I am the power that allows Parliament to remove judges. What is this called?
Answer: Judicial Functions - Puzzle: I am the list that ensures both Union and States can make laws on health. What am I?
Answer: Concurrent List - Puzzle: I am the procedure where Parliament discusses government plans. What am I?
Answer: Debates - Puzzle: I am the person who decides whether a bill is a Money Bill or not. Who am I?
Answer: Speaker of Lok Sabha - Puzzle: I am the executive body at the Union level headed by the Prime Minister. What am I?
Answer: Council of Ministers - Puzzle: I am the role of Parliament to approve the government budget every year. What am I?
Answer: Financial Control - Puzzle: I am the term for a person elected to represent a state in Rajya Sabha. What am I?
Answer: Member of Rajya Sabha
Difference Between:
- Difference between Legislature and Executive
- Legislature: The law-making body responsible for framing laws.
- Executive: The body responsible for implementing and enforcing laws.
- Difference between Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
- Lok Sabha: Also called the House of the People; members are directly elected by citizens for a five-year term.
- Rajya Sabha: Also called the Council of States; members are elected by state legislatures or nominated, with a term of six years, and is a permanent house.
- Difference between State List and Concurrent List
- State List: Contains subjects on which only state legislatures can make laws (e.g., police, agriculture).
- Concurrent List: Contains subjects where both Parliament and state legislatures can make laws (e.g., education, marriage).
- Difference between Ordinary Bills and Money Bills
- Ordinary Bills: Bills concerning general matters, can be introduced in either House.
- Money Bills: Bills dealing only with taxation or expenditure, must be introduced in Lok Sabha.
- Difference between Speaker and Chairman
- Speaker: Presiding officer of the Lok Sabha, elected by its members.
- Chairman: Presiding officer of the Rajya Sabha, usually the Vice-President of India.
- Difference between Nominated Members and Elected Members of Rajya Sabha
- Nominated Members: Appointed by the President for expertise in fields like arts and science.
- Elected Members: Chosen by elected members of state legislative assemblies.
- Difference between Parliament and State Legislature
- Parliament: The supreme legislative body of the country, consisting of the President, Lok Sabha, and Rajya Sabha.
- State Legislature: Legislative body of a state, may be unicameral or bicameral, comprising the Governor and one or two Houses.
- Difference between Term of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
- Lok Sabha: Five years, unless dissolved sooner.
- Rajya Sabha: Six years, with one-third members retiring every two years.
- Difference between Legislative Functions and Judicial Functions of Parliament
- Legislative Functions: Making and passing laws.
- Judicial Functions: Power to impeach the President and remove judges.
- Difference between Union List and State List
- Union List: Subjects on which only Parliament can legislate (e.g., defense, foreign affairs).
- State List: Subjects on which only state legislatures can legislate (e.g., public health, police).
- Difference between Financial Control and Control over Executive
- Financial Control: Parliament’s power to approve government expenditure and taxation.
- Control over Executive: Parliament’s power to oversee and question the work of the government.
- Difference between Eligibility for Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha Members
- Lok Sabha: Minimum age 25 years, directly elected by citizens.
- Rajya Sabha: Minimum age 30 years, elected by state legislatures or nominated.
- Difference between Money Bill and Constitution Amendment Bill
- Money Bill: Deals only with financial matters and requires special procedures.
- Constitution Amendment Bill: Seeks to amend the Constitution and requires a two-thirds majority.
- Difference between Speaker’s Role and Rajya Sabha Chairman’s Role
- Speaker: Presides over Lok Sabha sessions, maintains order, and certifies Money Bills.
- Chairman: Presides over Rajya Sabha sessions and maintains decorum.
- Difference between Ordinary Session and Budget Session of Parliament
- Ordinary Session: Regular parliamentary meetings to discuss various issues.
- Budget Session: Special session where the government presents the budget.
- Difference between Impeachment and Removal of Judges
- Impeachment: Procedure to remove the President for violation of the Constitution.
- Removal of Judges: Process by which judges can be removed for misconduct.
- Difference between Direct Election and Indirect Election
- Direct Election: Voters directly elect members (e.g., Lok Sabha).
- Indirect Election: Members are elected by an electoral college (e.g., Rajya Sabha).
- Difference between Law-making Powers of Parliament and State Legislature on Concurrent List
- Parliament: Can legislate on subjects in the Concurrent List.
- State Legislature: Can also legislate on the same subjects, but Parliamentary law prevails in case of conflict.
- Difference between Term ‘Session’ and ‘Recess’ in Parliament
- Session: Period when Parliament meets to conduct business.
- Recess: Break between sessions when Parliament is not in operation.
- Difference between Cabinet and Council of Ministers in State Government
- Cabinet: Senior ministers who make major policy decisions.
- Council of Ministers: Includes Cabinet ministers, Ministers of State, and Deputy Ministers.
Assertion and Reason
Key for answering:
- A: Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation.
- B: Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation.
- C: Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
- D: Assertion is false, but Reason is true.
- Assertion: Lok Sabha is the lower house of Parliament.
Reason: It is a permanent body.
Answer: C
Explanation: Lok Sabha is the lower house but it is not a permanent body. - Assertion: Rajya Sabha is a permanent house.
Reason: One-third of its members retire every two years.
Answer: A
Explanation: Both are true and Reason explains Assertion. - Assertion: The President is the head of the Indian Parliament.
Reason: The President appoints the Prime Minister.
Answer: B
Explanation: Both are true, but the Reason does not explain the Assertion directly. - Assertion: Only Lok Sabha can introduce a Money Bill.
Reason: Lok Sabha is more powerful in financial matters.
Answer: A
Explanation: Both are true and Reason correctly explains Assertion. - Assertion: Rajya Sabha can be dissolved by the President.
Reason: It is elected directly by the people.
Answer: D
Explanation: Rajya Sabha cannot be dissolved and is not directly elected. - Assertion: State Governments can make laws on the State List.
Reason: The Constitution provides for division of powers.
Answer: A
Explanation: Both are true and Reason supports Assertion. - Assertion: The Vice-President is the ex-officio Chairman of the Lok Sabha.
Reason: The Vice-President presides over the upper house of Parliament.
Answer: C
Explanation: He presides over Rajya Sabha, not Lok Sabha. - Assertion: The Judiciary interprets the laws.
Reason: It is the legislative organ of the government.
Answer: C
Explanation: Judiciary interprets laws but is not the legislative organ. - Assertion: The Rajya Sabha can amend Money Bills.
Reason: It has equal powers with Lok Sabha in all matters.
Answer: D
Explanation: Rajya Sabha cannot amend Money Bills and does not have equal power. - Assertion: The Indian Parliament is bicameral.
Reason: It has only one house.
Answer: C
Explanation: Parliament has two houses, hence not unihouse. - Assertion: The Lok Sabha is dissolved every five years.
Reason: It ensures direct participation of citizens in governance.
Answer: A
Explanation: Both are true and Reason explains Assertion. - Assertion: Defence is a subject under the State List.
Reason: It concerns national security.
Answer: D
Explanation: Defence is in Union List due to national importance. - Assertion: The Speaker maintains order in the Lok Sabha.
Reason: He is the head of the Judiciary.
Answer: C
Explanation: Speaker is not a judicial officer. - Assertion: Members of Rajya Sabha are elected directly.
Reason: It is the house of the people.
Answer: D
Explanation: Rajya Sabha members are indirectly elected. - Assertion: The Prime Minister is elected by the people.
Reason: India is a parliamentary democracy.
Answer: C
Explanation: PM is appointed by President, not directly elected. - Assertion: Lok Sabha controls the finances of the country.
Reason: It has greater powers in money matters.
Answer: A
Explanation: Both are true and Reason supports the Assertion. - Assertion: Education is in the Union List.
Reason: It is important for national development.
Answer: C
Explanation: Education is in the Concurrent List. - Assertion: The Union Legislature can make laws on the Concurrent List.
Reason: Both Union and State Governments can make laws on it.
Answer: A
Explanation: Both are true and Reason is correct. - Assertion: The Parliament makes laws for all citizens.
Reason: It is the legislative body of the Union Government.
Answer: A
Explanation: Reason correctly explains Assertion. - Assertion: The Judiciary executes laws.
Reason: It is a part of the Executive.
Answer: D
Explanation: Judiciary interprets laws; it is not executive. - Assertion: The Budget is presented in Rajya Sabha.
Reason: Rajya Sabha controls financial matters.
Answer: D
Explanation: Budget is presented in Lok Sabha, which controls finances. - Assertion: The President addresses the first session of Parliament every year.
Reason: It is a constitutional obligation.
Answer: A
Explanation: Both are true and related. - Assertion: Rajya Sabha is a permanent body.
Reason: It cannot be dissolved.
Answer: A
Explanation: Both are true and Reason explains Assertion. - Assertion: All members of Lok Sabha retire after five years.
Reason: Lok Sabha is dissolved every five years.
Answer: A
Explanation: Both statements are true and related. - Assertion: Judiciary controls the Parliament.
Reason: It is superior to the Legislature.
Answer: D
Explanation: Judiciary interprets laws, not control legislature. - Assertion: Rajya Sabha initiates Money Bills.
Reason: It represents the states.
Answer: C
Explanation: Rajya Sabha cannot initiate Money Bills. - Assertion: The Constitution of India provides three lists.
Reason: To divide powers between Centre and State.
Answer: A
Explanation: Correct explanation of federal structure. - Assertion: Members of Lok Sabha are nominated.
Reason: President nominates all members.
Answer: D
Explanation: Most Lok Sabha members are elected, not nominated. - Assertion: The President of India is elected directly.
Reason: He represents the will of the people.
Answer: C
Explanation: President is elected indirectly. - Assertion: Prime Minister is the leader of Lok Sabha.
Reason: He is elected by members of Lok Sabha.
Answer: A
Explanation: Both statements are true and related. - Assertion: Rajya Sabha is called the House of the People.
Reason: Its members are elected by the public.
Answer: D
Explanation: Rajya Sabha is Council of States, not House of People. - Assertion: Speaker is the highest authority in Lok Sabha.
Reason: He presides over its proceedings.
Answer: A
Explanation: Reason explains the Assertion well. - Assertion: Only members of Lok Sabha vote on Money Bills.
Reason: Rajya Sabha has no role in financial matters.
Answer: C
Explanation: Rajya Sabha can recommend but not vote. - Assertion: Judiciary is the watchdog of the Constitution.
Reason: It ensures laws are followed.
Answer: A
Explanation: Both are true and Reason supports Assertion. - Assertion: Parliament can remove the President.
Reason: Through impeachment process.
Answer: A
Explanation: Impeachment is the correct explanation. - Assertion: Rajya Sabha has 250 members.
Reason: All are nominated by the President.
Answer: C
Explanation: Only 12 members are nominated. - Assertion: States can make laws on education.
Reason: It is in the State List.
Answer: C
Explanation: Education is in the Concurrent List. - Assertion: Lok Sabha debates and passes bills.
Reason: It is a law-making body.
Answer: A
Explanation: Correctly related statements. - Assertion: Rajya Sabha has equal powers in all matters.
Reason: It is the upper house.
Answer: C
Explanation: Rajya Sabha has limited powers in money matters. - Assertion: Union List includes subjects of national importance.
Reason: The Central Government makes laws on them.
Answer: A
Explanation: Both are true and interlinked. - Assertion: Speaker is appointed by the President.
Reason: President controls the Lok Sabha.
Answer: D
Explanation: Speaker is elected by Lok Sabha members. - Assertion: Every law must be approved by the President.
Reason: President is part of the Parliament.
Answer: A
Explanation: Reason correctly explains Assertion. - Assertion: Members of Parliament are above the law.
Reason: They make the laws.
Answer: D
Explanation: No one is above the law in India. - Assertion: A Constitution Amendment Bill can be introduced in Lok Sabha.
Reason: Lok Sabha has the power to amend the Constitution.
Answer: A
Explanation: Both are true and Reason explains Assertion. - Assertion: The Judiciary protects the rights of citizens.
Reason: It can declare laws unconstitutional.
Answer: A
Explanation: Reason justifies Assertion. - Assertion: Governor is a part of the Union Government.
Reason: He is appointed by the President.
Answer: C
Explanation: Governor is part of State Executive. - Assertion: The Parliament of India is unicameral.
Reason: It has only one house.
Answer: D
Explanation: Parliament is bicameral. - Assertion: Parliament exercises financial control.
Reason: It approves the annual budget.
Answer: A
Explanation: Reason supports Assertion correctly. - Assertion: The Judiciary implements laws.
Reason: It is a law-making body.
Answer: D
Explanation: Judiciary interprets laws; not law-making. - Assertion: Lok Sabha has 552 members.
Reason: It includes members from the Rajya Sabha.
Answer: C
Explanation: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha are separate houses.
True or False
- The Lok Sabha is the lower house of the Indian Parliament.
True - The Rajya Sabha is dissolved every five years.
False - The President is a part of the Union Parliament.
True - Members of the Rajya Sabha are directly elected by the people.
False - Only the Lok Sabha can introduce a Money Bill.
True - The Vice-President is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
True - Rajya Sabha can be dissolved by the President.
False - Members of the Lok Sabha are nominated by the President.
False - The Speaker of the Lok Sabha is elected by the members of the Lok Sabha.
True - The Rajya Sabha represents the people directly.
False - There are 12 nominated members in the Rajya Sabha.
True - A Money Bill can be introduced in either house of Parliament.
False - The maximum strength of the Lok Sabha is 552 members.
True - The tenure of a Lok Sabha member is six years.
False - The President can summon and prorogue the Parliament.
True - The Speaker is the presiding officer of the Rajya Sabha.
False - Rajya Sabha has equal powers with the Lok Sabha in passing Money Bills.
False - State List includes subjects like police and public order.
True - Education is only a State subject.
False - The Prime Minister is the leader of the majority party in the Lok Sabha.
True - The Rajya Sabha can initiate an impeachment motion against the President.
True - Judiciary interprets the Constitution.
True - The Parliament can remove a Supreme Court judge by a simple majority.
False - Laws made by the Parliament are not applicable to the whole country.
False - The Parliament meets at least twice every year.
True - The Constitution provides for a unicameral legislature at the Centre.
False - The President can reject a bill passed by both Houses.
True - Lok Sabha exercises control over the executive through question hour.
True - The term of a Rajya Sabha member is five years.
False - Both Houses of Parliament can initiate an ordinary bill.
True - Judiciary is responsible for making laws.
False - Rajya Sabha is a permanent House.
True - There is no upper age limit to become a Member of Parliament.
True - The Parliament can amend the Constitution.
True - Financial control is one of the key functions of Parliament.
True - Only Rajya Sabha can vote on a Money Bill.
False - The President is elected by members of the Parliament only.
False - Rajya Sabha has 250 members at maximum strength.
True - Parliament cannot make laws on subjects in the State List.
False - The Governor is the head of the State Government.
True - Union List contains subjects of national importance like defence.
True - The Speaker can cast a vote in case of a tie in Lok Sabha.
True - Both Houses of Parliament have equal power in the impeachment of the President.
True - Judiciary has the power to declare a law unconstitutional.
True - Members of Parliament are above the law.
False - A Constitution Amendment Bill can be introduced only in Lok Sabha.
False - Parliament functions as an organ of information.
True - The Prime Minister is appointed by the Rajya Sabha.
False - The Constitution of India provides for division of powers between Union and State.
True - Bills become laws only after the President’s assent.
True
Long Answer Questions
- Explain the meaning of Legislature.
The Legislature is the law-making body of the government. It is responsible for creating laws that regulate the conduct of people and the functioning of the country. It debates, discusses, and passes laws on various matters for the welfare and development of the nation. - What is the role of the Executive in the government?
The Executive is the branch of the government responsible for enforcing and administering laws made by the Legislature. It implements policies, runs day-to-day administration, and ensures the laws are executed effectively. - Define the Judiciary and its functions.
The Judiciary is the system of courts that interprets laws and administers justice. It ensures laws are followed, protects fundamental rights, resolves disputes, and checks the constitutionality of laws and government actions. - What are the Union, State, and Concurrent Lists?
The Union List contains subjects on which only Parliament can legislate, such as defence and foreign affairs. The State List has subjects on which State Legislatures can make laws, like police and agriculture. The Concurrent List consists of subjects where both Parliament and State Legislatures can legislate, for example, education and forest. - Describe the composition of the Lok Sabha.
The Lok Sabha is the lower house of Parliament and has a maximum strength of 552 members. Out of these, up to 530 represent states, up to 20 represent Union Territories, and 2 members can be nominated by the President from the Anglo-Indian community (though this nomination has been abolished recently). - What is the term of the Lok Sabha?
The Lok Sabha is elected for a term of five years. However, it can be dissolved earlier by the President on the advice of the Council of Ministers. - Explain the procedure for election to the Lok Sabha.
Members of the Lok Sabha are directly elected by the people of India through general elections held every five years. The country is divided into constituencies, and each elects one member by the system of universal adult franchise. - What are the eligibility criteria to become a member of the Lok Sabha?
A candidate must be an Indian citizen, at least 25 years old, mentally sound, not bankrupt, and must not be disqualified by any law. - Who is the Speaker of the Lok Sabha and what are their functions?
The Speaker is the presiding officer of the Lok Sabha, elected by its members. The Speaker conducts the proceedings, maintains discipline, decides on points of order, and ensures smooth functioning of the house. - Describe the composition of the Rajya Sabha.
The Rajya Sabha is the upper house of Parliament with a maximum strength of 250 members. Of these, 238 are elected by the elected members of the State Legislative Assemblies, and 12 are nominated by the President for their expertise in literature, science, art, or social service. - What is the tenure of members of the Rajya Sabha?
Members of the Rajya Sabha are elected for six years. One-third of its members retire every two years, making it a permanent house that is not dissolved. - Explain the eligibility criteria for Rajya Sabha members.
A candidate must be a citizen of India, at least 30 years old, mentally sound, and not disqualified under any law. - What are the different types of bills introduced in Parliament?
There are three main types: Ordinary Bills (deal with general matters), Money Bills (deal with taxes, borrowing, and expenditure), and Constitution Amendment Bills (propose changes to the Constitution). - Describe the process of passing a Money Bill in Parliament.
A Money Bill can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha with the Speaker’s permission. After passing the Lok Sabha, it goes to the Rajya Sabha, which can suggest amendments but must return it within 14 days. The Lok Sabha may accept or reject suggestions. - What is the function of Parliament in making laws?
Parliament debates, modifies, and passes bills on various subjects. These bills become laws after receiving the President’s assent. Parliament controls the legislative process ensuring laws are made for the welfare of the people. - Explain the financial control exercised by Parliament.
Parliament controls the government’s finances by approving the budget, scrutinizing expenditures, and passing Money Bills. It ensures that public money is spent according to the laws and policies decided by elected representatives. - How does Parliament control the Executive?
Parliament holds the executive accountable through mechanisms like Question Hour, debates, motions of no confidence, and discussions on policy and administration. - What judicial functions does Parliament perform?
Parliament has the power to impeach the President, remove judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts, and try members for breach of privilege or misconduct. - Describe the constituent functions of Parliament.
Parliament can amend the Constitution through special procedures to respond to changing needs of the country. This is done by passing Constitution Amendment Bills. - What is meant by Parliament being an organ of information?
Parliament informs the public about the government’s plans, policies, and progress through debates, discussions, and publication of records. - Explain the State Government structure briefly.
The State Government consists of the Governor (head of state), the Chief Minister and Council of Ministers (executive), the State Legislature (law-making body), and the State Judiciary (courts). - What is the State List? Give examples.
The State List includes subjects on which only State Legislatures can make laws. Examples are police, public health, agriculture, and local government. - What is the Concurrent List? Give examples.
The Concurrent List contains subjects on which both Parliament and State Legislatures can legislate, such as education, marriage and divorce, and forests. - What is the importance of the Speaker in Lok Sabha?
The Speaker ensures order during debates, decides who can speak, interprets rules, and maintains decorum. The Speaker also decides whether a bill is a Money Bill. - Explain the significance of the Rajya Sabha as the Council of States.
Rajya Sabha represents the states and protects their interests in the federal structure. It ensures that states have a say in central legislation. - Describe how the Rajya Sabha is a permanent house.
The Rajya Sabha is never dissolved. Its members serve staggered six-year terms, with one-third retiring every two years, ensuring continuity. - What is the role of the President in the Union Legislature?
The President summons, prorogues, and dissolves Parliament sessions. The President gives assent to bills for them to become laws and can return bills for reconsideration (except Money Bills). - Explain the term ‘Quorum’ in the context of Lok Sabha.
Quorum is the minimum number of members required to be present for the house to conduct its business, which is one-tenth of the total membership in Lok Sabha. - How is the Lok Sabha different from the Rajya Sabha?
Lok Sabha members are directly elected for five years; Rajya Sabha members are elected by State Assemblies for six years. Lok Sabha has greater power in financial matters and can be dissolved; Rajya Sabha is permanent. - What is the significance of the Money Bill?
Money Bills ensure the control of the elected Lok Sabha over government finances. They are passed quickly to enable government functioning. - What are the powers of the Lok Sabha over the Executive?
Lok Sabha can pass a no-confidence motion, question ministers, and reject government policies, thus controlling the executive. - Describe the role of the Vice-President in the Rajya Sabha.
The Vice-President is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha and presides over its sessions, maintaining order and decorum. - What is the process for the election of the President of India?
The President is elected by an electoral college consisting of elected members of both Houses of Parliament and elected members of State Legislative Assemblies. - How does the Parliament perform its judicial function?
Parliament can remove the President, judges, and other officials through impeachment and other procedures. - Explain the function of the Council of Ministers.
The Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister advises the President and is responsible for the administration and policy-making of the government. - What is the process for amending the Constitution?
A Constitution Amendment Bill must be passed by both Houses of Parliament with a special majority, and sometimes ratified by states, before it becomes law. - Describe the types of sessions in the Indian Parliament.
Parliament meets in three sessions: Budget Session, Monsoon Session, and Winter Session to conduct legislative and financial business. - What is the importance of Question Hour?
Question Hour is when members question ministers about their work and policies, ensuring transparency and accountability. - Explain how the Parliament ensures financial accountability.
Through approval of budgets, scrutiny of expenditures, and controls like the Comptroller and Auditor General’s reports, Parliament holds the government accountable. - What is the difference between Ordinary Bill and Money Bill?
Ordinary Bills can be introduced in either House and deal with general matters. Money Bills deal exclusively with taxation and government spending and can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha. - What is the Speaker’s role in Money Bills?
The Speaker certifies whether a bill is a Money Bill and this decision is final. - What happens if a bill is passed by both Houses but not assented to by the President?
The President can return the bill for reconsideration (except Money Bills). If Parliament passes it again, the President must give assent. - Explain the significance of the Parliamentary Committees.
Committees examine bills, budgets, and policies in detail, allowing for thorough scrutiny outside the full House. - Describe the role of the Judiciary in maintaining the Constitution.
Judiciary safeguards the Constitution by checking the legality of laws and executive actions and protecting fundamental rights. - What is the importance of the Governor in the State Government?
The Governor is the constitutional head of the State and acts on the advice of the Chief Minister and Council of Ministers. - Explain the difference between the Union Government and the State Government.
The Union Government controls subjects in the Union List, while the State Government manages subjects in the State List, with both sharing power on Concurrent List subjects. - What is the role of the Chief Minister?
The Chief Minister heads the State Government, leads the Council of Ministers, and runs the administration of the state. - Describe the process of how laws are made in the State Legislature.
Bills are introduced, debated, and passed by the State Legislative Assembly (and sometimes the Council). They become laws after the Governor’s assent. - What is the significance of the Concurrent List for the States?
It allows both Parliament and States to legislate on important subjects like education and marriage, providing flexibility. - Why is the Parliament called the supreme legislative body of India?
Because it has the authority to make laws on any subject, amend the Constitution, control finances, and oversee the executive.
Give Reasons
- Give reason why the Legislature is called the law-making body.
Because it is responsible for debating, discussing, and passing laws that regulate the country. - Give reason why the Executive is important in government.
Because it enforces and administers the laws made by the Legislature. - Give reason why Judiciary is essential in a democracy.
Because it interprets laws, ensures justice, and protects fundamental rights. - Give reason why the Parliament has two Houses.
To represent both the people (Lok Sabha) and the states (Rajya Sabha). - Give reason why the Lok Sabha has a fixed term of five years.
To ensure regular elections and accountability to the people. - Give reason why the Rajya Sabha is a permanent house.
Because it is never dissolved; one-third of members retire every two years. - Give reason why members of Lok Sabha are directly elected.
To represent the will of the people directly. - Give reason why the President nominates members to Rajya Sabha.
To include experts in fields like literature, science, and social service. - Give reason why Money Bills can only be introduced in Lok Sabha.
Because Lok Sabha represents the people who control public finances. - Give reason why the Speaker’s decision on Money Bills is final.
To avoid disputes and ensure smooth financial legislation. - Give reason why the Parliament exercises control over the Executive.
To ensure accountability and prevent misuse of power. - Give reason why the Union List contains important subjects like defence.
Because these subjects require uniformity across the country. - Give reason why State List subjects include police and agriculture.
Because these are better managed by the state governments. - Give reason why the Concurrent List allows both Parliament and States to legislate.
To provide flexibility in managing important subjects. - Give reason why Parliament is called the supreme legislative body.
Because it can make laws on any subject and amend the Constitution. - Give reason why the Lok Sabha has more power in financial matters.
Because it directly represents the people who pay taxes. - Give reason why the Rajya Sabha represents the States.
To protect the interests of states in the federal system. - Give reason why the Rajya Sabha members have six-year terms.
To ensure continuity and stability in legislation. - Give reason why the Lok Sabha can be dissolved but Rajya Sabha cannot.
Because Lok Sabha represents the people’s current will; Rajya Sabha represents states permanently. - Give reason why Parliament holds Question Hour.
To hold the government accountable through questioning. - Give reason why laws must receive the President’s assent.
Because the President is the constitutional head of the country. - Give reason why the Governor is the head of the State Executive.
Because the Governor represents the President in the state. - Give reason why the Council of Ministers is responsible to the Lok Sabha.
Because the government must have the confidence of the people’s representatives. - Give reason why the Rajya Sabha elects some members indirectly.
To represent states through their elected assemblies. - Give reason why there are sessions of Parliament every year.
To discuss and pass laws and review government work regularly. - Give reason why Parliament can amend the Constitution.
To allow changes reflecting the evolving needs of the country. - Give reason why the Lok Sabha’s quorum is one-tenth of members.
To ensure adequate participation for valid decisions. - Give reason why the Parliament has the power to impeach the President.
To hold the highest constitutional authority accountable. - Give reason why Parliament controls government expenditure.
To prevent misuse of public funds. - Give reason why the judiciary protects fundamental rights.
To safeguard citizens from arbitrary government actions. - Give reason why the Union Government and State Governments have separate subjects.
To maintain the federal balance of power. - Give reason why the Speaker presides over Lok Sabha sessions.
To ensure orderly conduct of business. - Give reason why the Vice-President is the Chairman of Rajya Sabha.
To provide impartial guidance during sessions. - Give reason why some members of Parliament are nominated.
To bring expertise and diverse views to legislation. - Give reason why the Lok Sabha members represent constituencies.
To provide direct local representation in Parliament. - Give reason why laws on defence are in the Union List.
Because defence is a national priority needing uniform policy. - Give reason why the Parliament debates Bills before passing them.
To examine all aspects and ensure laws are well thought out. - Give reason why the Rajya Sabha cannot reject Money Bills.
Because Money Bills are financial matters that require quick approval. - Give reason why the Chief Minister is important in state government.
Because the Chief Minister heads the administration of the state. - Give reason why Parliament sessions include the Budget Session.
To approve government finances for the year. - Give reason why Parliament members take oath before assuming office.
To swear loyalty to the Constitution and laws. - Give reason why Parliament’s control over Executive is essential.
To maintain democracy and prevent authoritarianism. - Give reason why the State List includes local government.
Because local issues are best handled locally. - Give reason why the Parliament’s power includes Constituent functions.
To keep the Constitution dynamic and relevant. - Give reason why the Rajya Sabha’s membership is smaller than Lok Sabha’s.
Because it is a revising chamber and represents states. - Give reason why the Governor can summon the State Legislature.
To start sessions for law-making and discussion. - Give reason why the Judiciary is independent from Legislature and Executive.
To ensure fair and impartial justice. - Give reason why Parliament has committees.
To examine matters in detail outside the full house. - Give reason why the Parliament debates government policies.
To scrutinize and suggest improvements. - Give reason why the Lok Sabha elections are held every five years.
To ensure democratic renewal and public participation.
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Case Studies
- Case Study:
The Lok Sabha is dissolved after completing its full term. Elections are announced, and new members are elected directly by the people.
Question: Which part of Parliament does this describe, and how are members elected?
Answer: This describes the Lok Sabha, the lower house of Parliament. Members are directly elected by the people through general elections for a term of five years.
- Case Study:
A bill concerning the increase in taxes is introduced in the Lok Sabha. It requires special procedures and cannot be introduced in the Rajya Sabha.
Question: What type of bill is this, and why must it be introduced in Lok Sabha?
Answer: This is a Money Bill. It can only be introduced in Lok Sabha because it deals with financial matters like taxation and government expenditure.
- Case Study:
The Rajya Sabha is a permanent body but one-third of its members retire every two years.
Question: Explain the term and composition of Rajya Sabha.
Answer: Rajya Sabha is the upper house of Parliament and is a permanent body that is not dissolved. It has 250 members; 238 are elected by state legislatures and 12 are nominated by the President. One-third members retire every two years, and the term of a member is six years.
- Case Study:
A bill is passed by both Houses of Parliament but the President refuses to give assent.
Question: What options does Parliament have if the President does not give assent?
Answer: Parliament can reconsider the bill. If it passes again by a two-thirds majority in both Houses, the President must give assent, or the bill will become law without the President’s assent.
- Case Study:
The Governor of a state calls the Chief Minister to form the government after state assembly elections.
Question: What role does the Governor play in the State Government?
Answer: The Governor is the constitutional head of the state and appoints the Chief Minister, usually the leader of the majority party, to form the government.
- Case Study:
A financial bill is introduced in the Lok Sabha, and the Rajya Sabha can only suggest changes but cannot reject it.
Question: Explain the powers of Rajya Sabha regarding Money Bills.
Answer: Rajya Sabha can recommend changes to Money Bills within 14 days but cannot reject or amend them. The Lok Sabha can accept or reject these recommendations.
- Case Study:
Members of Lok Sabha have questioned ministers during a session on government policies.
Question: What is the significance of this practice?
Answer: This is the Question Hour, a vital parliamentary procedure allowing members to hold the executive accountable and seek explanations about government actions.
- Case Study:
A bill is introduced to amend the Constitution. It requires a special majority in Parliament.
Question: What kind of bill is this, and what is the procedure for its passing?
Answer: This is a Constitution Amendment Bill. It requires a two-thirds majority in both Houses of Parliament and, in some cases, ratification by state legislatures.
- Case Study:
Parliament passes a law that overrides a state law on the same subject.
Question: Which list allows Parliament to legislate in such cases?
Answer: The Concurrent List allows both Parliament and state legislatures to make laws. However, in case of conflict, the Parliament’s law prevails.
- Case Study:
A member of Rajya Sabha is nominated by the President for contributions to art.
Question: What is the significance of nominated members in Rajya Sabha?
Answer: Nominated members bring expertise and experience from fields like literature, art, science, and social service, enriching parliamentary debates.
- Case Study:
The Lok Sabha speaker declares a bill as a Money Bill.
Question: Who has the authority to declare a bill as a Money Bill and why is it important?
Answer: The Speaker of Lok Sabha has the authority. This classification is important as Money Bills have special procedures and restrictions in the Rajya Sabha.
- Case Study:
The Council of Ministers at the state level assists the Chief Minister in governance.
Question: What is the role of the Council of Ministers in the State Government?
Answer: The Council of Ministers aids and advises the Chief Minister in decision-making and implementation of policies.
- Case Study:
During a Parliament session, members debate on a proposed law regarding education reforms.
Question: Which function of Parliament is being exercised here?
Answer: The law-making function of Parliament, where members discuss, debate, and pass bills.
- Case Study:
The Lok Sabha can be dissolved before the completion of its term.
Question: Under what circumstances can the Lok Sabha be dissolved?
Answer: The President can dissolve Lok Sabha on the advice of the Prime Minister, often during a political crisis or before the completion of the five-year term.
- Case Study:
The Rajya Sabha plays a role in removing the President of India.
Question: How does Parliament exercise judicial functions?
Answer: Parliament has the power to impeach the President and remove judges through special procedures.
- Case Study:
A citizen wants to contest elections for Lok Sabha.
Question: What are the eligibility criteria to become a Lok Sabha member?
Answer: Must be an Indian citizen, at least 25 years old, and registered as a voter in any parliamentary constituency.
- Case Study:
The Rajya Sabha member resigns before completing the term.
Question: What happens next regarding the vacant seat?
Answer: A by-election is held to fill the vacancy for the remaining term.
- Case Study:
Parliament discusses and approves the annual budget presented by the government.
Question: Why is this an important function of Parliament?
Answer: It exercises financial control ensuring government spending is authorized and accountable.
- Case Study:
A bill is introduced in Rajya Sabha but is rejected by Lok Sabha.
Question: Which House has the final say in case of disagreement on ordinary bills?
Answer: Lok Sabha has the final say because it is the directly elected house.
- Case Study:
The Governor gives assent to a bill passed by the State Legislature.
Question: What is the significance of the Governor’s assent?
Answer: It is necessary for a bill passed by the State Legislature to become law.
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