Indian Government Structure and Electoral System

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Which legislative body in India consists of the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha?

  • Legislative Assembly
  • Central Legislature (correct)
  • Rajya Lok Sabha
  • Legislative Council

Who is directly elected through an Electoral College in India?

  • Vice President (correct)
  • State Governors
  • Prime Minister
  • Chief Justice

Which body has the power to dissolve the Lok Sabha in India?

  • President (correct)
  • Chief Justice
  • Prime Minister
  • Vice President

How often are General Elections held in India?

<p>Every 5 years (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Does the Vice President have a role in the State Legislative Assembly in India?

<p>No, not involved (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the YouTube channel discussed in the text?

<p>Providing study material on elections (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for overseeing the electoral process in India according to the text?

<p>Chief Election Commissioner (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which key political figures are highlighted in the text?

<p>Narendra Modi, Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the roles of Election Commission officers during elections?

<p>Maintaining order at polling booths (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the text stress the need for citizens to subscribe to the YouTube channel discussed?

<p>For updates and educational content related to elections and political processes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of understanding the roles of elected members in the government according to the text?

<p>To participate effectively in elections (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

  • India has a bicameral system of government with a Central and State legislature.
  • In the Central legislature, there is the Rajya Sabha (Council of States) and the Lok Sabha (House of the People).
  • The State legislature consists of the Legislative Council and the Legislative Assembly.
  • The President and Vice President of India are directly elected through an Electoral College.
  • The Electoral College comprises elected members of both houses of Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies.
  • The President appoints the Vice President and has the power to dissolve the Lok Sabha.
  • The Vice President does not have a role in the Legislative Assembly.
  • Elections in India are held every five years for General Elections.
  • The text discusses the electoral process and the functioning of the government in detail.
  • It also touches upon the role of different legislative bodies and the intricate electoral system in India.

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