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What role does the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha play when the Chairman is absent?

  • Presides over the Rajya Sabha (correct)
  • Represents the Lok Sabha
  • Exercises a casting vote
  • Decides on questions of privilege

    • The Chairman of the Rajya Sabha has the authority to exercise a casting vote in the event of a tie.

    True

    What is the primary function of the Chairman during the sessions of the Rajya Sabha?

    Presiding over the sessions and maintaining order.

    The Deputy Chairman assists the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha in carrying out their duties and represents the Rajya Sabha on various __________.

    <p>forums</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following functions to their respective roles in the Rajya Sabha:

    <p>Casting Vote = Chairman Presiding over Sessions = Chairman Assisting in Duties = Deputy Chairman Representing the Rajya Sabha = Chairman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many Senators are there in the United States Senate?

    <p>100</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Members of the UK House of Lords are directly elected by the public.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term length for Senators in the United States?

    <p>Six years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Union List contain?

    <p>Subjects on which only the Parliament can legislate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The financial relations in India between the Union and States involve only the Union government making decisions.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Finance Commission in India's federal structure?

    <p>To recommend the distribution of taxes between the Centre and the States.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ______ List contains subjects on which both the Union and State governments can legislate.

    <p>Concurrent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following elements of the federal structure with their descriptions:

    <p>Union List = Only Parliament can legislate State List = Only State Legislatures can legislate Concurrent List = Both governments can legislate Residual Powers = Not listed in any category</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a challenge in the federal setup in India?

    <p>Inter-State Disputes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    States in India have no autonomy in managing their own affairs.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the federal setup in India?

    <p>It maintains unity amidst diversity and allows states to have a say in national governance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following subjects is NOT under the jurisdiction of state legislatures?

    <p>Criminal law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Concurrent List allows for both the Union and State legislatures to legislate, with the Union law prevailing in the case of a conflict.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What power does the Union Parliament have over matters not mentioned in the Union, State, or Concurrent Lists?

    <p>Residuary powers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Union Parliament can legislate on issues like __________ and _________ under its residuary powers.

    <p>information technology, cybersecurity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following subjects with their corresponding legislative list:

    <p>Marriage and Divorce = State Legislature Criminal Law = Concurrent List Information Technology = Residuary Powers Electricity = State Legislative Subjects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary reason for the Union Parliament's ability to enact ordinances?

    <p>When both Houses are not in session</p> Signup and view all the answers

    State legislatures have the exclusive power to legislate on issues pertaining to trade unions.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What topics are included in the Concurrent List?

    <p>Education, forests, marriage and divorce, criminal law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of state legislatures must ratify amendments that affect the federal structure?

    <p>Half</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Supreme Court of India can alter the basic structure of the Constitution through amendments.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What two main types of requirements are there for constitutional amendments?

    <p>Procedural and Substantive Requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For amendments relating to _____, special procedures are required to alter or reduce their scope.

    <p>Fundamental Rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following amendment requirements with their descriptions:

    <p>Basic Structure Doctrine = Parliament cannot alter the fundamental structure of the Constitution. Two-thirds Majority = Required to pass a constitutional amendment in Parliament. Judicial Review = Allows courts to verify adherence to basic structure. Ratification by State Legislatures = Required for certain amendments affecting federal powers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a part of the Basic Structure Doctrine?

    <p>Two-party system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A proposal for constitutional amendment must be approved by a simple majority in both Houses of Parliament.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of majority is needed in Parliament to pass an amendment affecting the federal structure?

    <p>Two-thirds majority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a money bill NOT allowed to be amended by?

    <p>Rajya Sabha</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Rajya Sabha has the authority to amend a money bill.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the time frame for the Rajya Sabha to return a money bill?

    <p>14 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A vote of _____ must be supported by at least 50 members in the Lok Sabha.

    <p>No-Confidence Motion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following financial terms with their definitions:

    <p>Vote on Account = Interim approval for government expenditure Supplementary Grants = Funding for additional expenditure Excess Grants = Covering actual expenditure beyond the budget No-Confidence Motion = Motion for the resignation of the Council of Ministers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for a No-Confidence Motion to be successful?

    <p>Simple majority in the Lok Sabha</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Lok Sabha can pass supplementary grants to cover additional expenses.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the actual expenditure exceeds the approved budget, the Lok Sabha may pass an _____ grant.

    <p>excess</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if a no-confidence motion passes?

    <p>The Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers resign</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A motion of confidence is passed when the government seeks approval for a specific action.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must ministers do if they lose a vote of confidence?

    <p>Resign from their post</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ______ presides over the joint sitting of both Houses.

    <p>Speaker of the Lok Sabha</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the Lok Sabha have a decisive role in legislative deadlocks?

    <p>It represents the people's directly elected representatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Lok Sabha can amend money bills in joint sittings with the Rajya Sabha.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of parliamentary debates in the Lok Sabha?

    <p>To discuss and scrutinize executive policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts with their roles:

    <p>No-Confidence Motion = Results in resignation of the Prime Minister Question of Confidence = Endorses government policies Joint Sitting = Resolves legislative deadlocks Speaker of Lok Sabha = Presides over joint sittings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Federal Setup in India

    • India's government is a federal system, dividing power between a central (Union) authority and regional (state) authorities.
    • This system balances power, maintaining unity amidst diversity.

    Structure of the Federal Government

    • Three levels of government:
      • Union Government:
        • President (ceremonial head of state).
        • Parliament (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha – legislative bodies).
        • Executive (Prime Minister and Council of Ministers).
      • State Governments:
        • Governor (appointed by the President).
        • Legislature (unicameral or bicameral).
        • Executive (Chief Minister and Council of Ministers).
      • Local Governments:
        • Panchayats (village councils).
        • Municipalities (urban local bodies).

    Features of the Indian Federal System

    • Unitary Bias: India's system, while federal, has some unitary features, like the President's power to dismiss state governments.
    • Dual Governance: Citizens are governed by both the Union and State governments.
    • Division of Powers:
      • Union List: matters on which only the Parliament can legislate (e.g., defense, foreign affairs).
      • State List: matters on which only state legislatures can legislate (e.g., police, public health).
      • Concurrent List: matters on which both Union and State governments can legislate (e.g., criminal law).
      • Residual Powers: powers not listed above belong to the Union government.

    Importance of the Federal Setup

    • Maintains unity amidst diversity in India.
    • Allows states to participate in national governance.
    • Manages cultural, linguistic, and regional diversity.

    Challenges in the Federal Setup

    • Inter-State Disputes: disagreements over water resources, borders.
    • Financial Imbalances: unequal revenue generation between states.
    • Role of the Governor: concerns about governors influencing state governments.
    • Coordination between Centre and States: need for effective collaboration.

    Financial Relations

    • Finance Commission: recommends the distribution of taxes between the Centre and States.
    • Autonomy of States: states have control over their internal matters (except specified areas in the Union and Concurrent Lists).

    Past Examples in India

    • Keshavananda Bharati Case (1951): highlighted the Supreme Court's role in preserving the federal structure.
    • Inter-State River Disputes (1962): showed the complexity of water-sharing issues.
    • Shah Bano Case (1989): showcased the tension between Union and state personal laws.
    • S.R. Bommai Case (2006): clarified the powers of the President in dismissing state governments.

    Structure and Function of the Union Parliament

    • Bicameral Legislature:
      • Lok Sabha (House of the People)
        • Directly elected.
        • More powerful in law-making.
        • Initiates money bills.
      • Rajya Sabha (Council of States)
        • Represents states and union territories.
        • Acts as a revising chamber.

    Lok Sabha: Term, Composition, Qualifications, and Vacation of Seats

    • Five-year term (can be dissolved earlier).
    • 545 members (532 elected from states, 2 from UTs, and 1 Anglo-Indian if nominated).
    • Qualifications include citizenship, minimum age, and absence of criminal record.
    • Seats can be vacated by resignation, disqualification, or death.
    • A "quorum" is the minimum number of members present for business.

    Parliamentary Procedures

    • Sessions: Budget, Monsoon, and Winter sessions.
    • Voting: Quorum requirements.
    • Question Hour: MPs ask questions to the government.
    • Zero Hour: MPs raise un-scheduled issues.
    • Motions: Adjournment, No-Confidence, Censure motions.

    The Speaker of the Lok Sabha

    • Elected by the Lok Sabha members.
    • Key role in maintaining order and decorum.
    • Important functions related to parliamentary procedure.
    • Crucial in the Indian Parliamentary system.

    Rajya Sabha

    • Composition: 250 members.
    • Representation of states and union territories.
    • Key functions: Lawmaking, oversight, constituent functions.
    • Difference of its structure and function from Lok Sabha.

    Powers and Functions of the Union Parliament

    • Legislative: Union, State, Concurrent lists, residuary powers.
    • Constituent: amending the Indian Constitution.
    • Executive: powers related to ministers, appointment, and control.
    • Judicial: impeachment, removal of judges.

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    Test your knowledge on the roles within the Indian Parliament, specifically the Rajya Sabha, and compare it with the structure of the US Senate. This quiz covers topics related to the Deputy Chairman, the Chairman's functions, and key legislative terms. Additionally, explore the financial relations in India and the composition of global legislative bodies.

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