10 Questions
What electoral functions does the Parliament perform?
Electing the President and Vice President of India
Which body has the power to remove Judges of the High Court and Supreme Court?
The Lok Sabha
What is a specific power of the Rajya Sabha in relation to constitutional amendments?
Approving constitutional amendments
Who is the final authority in matters of regulating the business of the legislature?
The presiding officer of the legislature
What is the purpose of the anti-defection law mentioned in the text?
To restrict legislators from defecting to another party after getting elected
What was the outcome of the 52nd amendment act made in 1985?
It resolved the issue of legislators defecting to other parties
What is considered defection according to the text?
All of the above
What are the consequences of defection for a legislature member?
Losing the membership of the House and being disqualified from holding any political office
What has been the impact of the anti-defection amendment according to the text?
It has not been able to curb defections but has empowered the party leadership and presiding officers
What makes the Legislature the most representative of all organs of government according to the text?
Members coming from various castes, religions, and sects
This quiz covers the various functions of the Parliament in India, including electoral and judicial functions, as well as the specific powers of the Rajya Sabha in a bicameral legislature.
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