Indian Parliament Overview

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What is the primary reason India adopted a parliamentary form of government?

To maintain a strong central authority.

To model its government after the American system.

To be responsive to the needs of its diverse population. (correct)

To simplify governance structures.

Which of the following correctly describes the structure of the Indian Parliament?

It is made up of the President and the Rajya Sabha only.

It functions without the President.

It consists only of the Lok Sabha.

It includes the President and both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. (correct)

What term is used to describe a legislature with two houses?

Monocameral

Tripartite

Bicameral (correct)

Unicameral

How often does the Indian Parliament meet in a year?

At least twice a year Signup and view all the answers

What role does the President play in the Indian Parliament?

The President is the Constitutional head of the Union Legislature. Signup and view all the answers

What are the three lists defined in the Seventh Schedule of the Indian Constitution?

Union, State, and Concurrent Lists Signup and view all the answers

What form of governance does the Indian parliamentary system imply?

A government chosen through Universal Adult Franchise. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following houses is the Lower House of the Indian Parliament?

Lok Sabha Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of members in the Rajya Sabha?

250 Signup and view all the answers

Who nominates the 12 members with special knowledge to the Rajya Sabha?

The President of India Signup and view all the answers

How often do one-third of the members of the Rajya Sabha retire?

Every two years Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a power of the Rajya Sabha?

Initiating a money bill Signup and view all the answers

What role does the Vice President of India serve in the Rajya Sabha?

Ex-officio Chairman Signup and view all the answers

Which stage in the legislative process involves discussing each clause of the bill?

Second Reading Signup and view all the answers

What age must a person be to qualify for membership in the Lok Sabha?

25 years Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstance can the Lok Sabha legislate on matters from the State List?

With approval of Rajya Sabha Signup and view all the answers

Who has the authority to dissolve the Lok Sabha?

The President Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a bill is not passed by the second House?

A joint sitting of both Houses is held Signup and view all the answers

In exceptional circumstances, what is required for Parliament to legislate on subjects in the State List?

A two-thirds majority in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Lok Sabha?

Introduction of bills Signup and view all the answers

Who is the presiding officer of the Lok Sabha?

Speaker Signup and view all the answers

What power does the President of India hold in relation to the Lok Sabha during an emergency?

Extend the term for one year Signup and view all the answers

Who represents the Lok Sabha as its leader?

The Prime Minister Signup and view all the answers

Which house of the Indian Parliament is responsible for introducing money bills?

Lok Sabha Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the Rajya Sabha does not pass a bill within six months?

A joint session of both Houses is convened. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following qualifications is required for membership in the Lok Sabha?

Must be an Indian citizen Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum time allowed for the Rajya Sabha to pass a money bill?

Fourteen days Signup and view all the answers

What special power does the Lok Sabha possess regarding the Council of Ministers?

To pass a vote of no confidence Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about the impeachment procedure for the President of India?

Both Houses of Parliament participate in the process. Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is NOT a qualification for being a member of the Rajya Sabha?

Must hold an office of profit Signup and view all the answers

What happens after both Houses pass a bill?

The bill is sent to the President for approval. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'President Assent' imply?

The President must sign the bill if resubmitted after one rejection. Signup and view all the answers

According to the Payment of Wages Act, how should wages be paid for companies with less than 1000 employees?

Before or on the 7th day after the wage period ends Signup and view all the answers

Under the Payment of Wages (Amendment) Act 2017, in what forms can wages be paid?

In cash, by cheque, or by depositing into a bank account Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum monthly wage limit for employees covered under the Payment of Wages Act?

INR 24,000 Signup and view all the answers

What significant change was introduced in the POCSO Act amendment in 2019?

Increase of minimum punishment for aggravated sexual assault on a child below 16 to 20 years or more. Signup and view all the answers

What is one key requirement of the Payment of Wages Act regarding wage slips?

Wage slips must contain details of wages and deductions. Signup and view all the answers

What consequence occurs if the President rejects a bill for the second time?

The bill must be signed if presented again. Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary responsibility of parents and caregivers in preventing child sexual abuse?

Maintaining awareness of the risks of sexual abuse Signup and view all the answers

What does the amendment to the POCSO Act propose regarding inappropriate material involving children?

Fines for not destroying or reporting such material Signup and view all the answers

Which component is NOT part of the Indian Parliament?

House of Lords Signup and view all the answers

What significant change occurred with the Model Parliament of 1295?

Included representatives from the lower clergy Signup and view all the answers

What is one function of the Rajya Sabha?

Reviewing and revising bills passed by the Lok Sabha Signup and view all the answers

What was the original meaning of the term 'Parliament' in the 13th century?

A talk or conversation Signup and view all the answers

What role does the President of India play in the legislative process?

Assenting to bills passed by Parliament Signup and view all the answers

What is a provision under the Lok Sabha's powers and functions?

First, second, and third readings of a bill Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Indian Parliament

India's government is a federal system, power divided between central and state governments.
India has a parliamentary form of government, chosen through universal adult franchise.
This makes the government accountable to the legislature.
The powers of the constitutional head are limited, applied in specific cases only.
India's diverse culture, religions, and languages were a key factor in adopting the parliamentary form of government.
The freedom struggle, inspired by freedom and equality, played a decisive role.
The parliamentary system was chosen to address the needs and aspirations of the people during British rule.

Indian Parliament Structure

The Parliament consists of the President and two houses: the Lok Sabha (House of the People) and the Rajya Sabha (Council of States).
The two houses work independently.
Houses meet at least twice a year.
Parliament passes laws on subjects in the Union and Concurrent Lists.

Lok Sabha

Designated as the lower house.
Members directly represent the people, elected based on adult suffrage.
Can have a maximum of 550 members (530 from states, 20 from union territories).
Members are elected for 5 year terms.
Presides over sessions in the absence of the speaker.
President can dissolve the Lok Sabha on the advice of the Prime Minister.
Lok Sabha Members have the power to introduce money bills and sanction/pass a budget.
They can change/abolish taxes through bills.
They control the executive branch (Council of Ministers) and can compel their resignation by passing a vote of no confidence.
Members participate in electing the President and Vice-President.
Members participate in impeachment procedures for the President of India.
Lok Sabha is responsible for introducing bills.
A bill is read thrice before becoming law.
A joint session of both houses may be necessary if the Rajya Sabha does not pass a bill within 6 months.

Rajya Sabha

Designated as the upper house, the Council of States.
Members represent states and union territories.
12 members are nominated by the President.
Members are elected by members of the state legislative assemblies.
Can have a maximum of 250 members, including nominated members.
Cannot change/abolish taxes through bills.
Members are elected for 6 year terms, with one-third retiring every two years.
Cannot be dissolved.
The Vice President is the ex-officio chairperson of the Rajya Sabha.
Initiates bills on any subject, except for money bills.
Can delay a money bill for 6 months.
Members participate in the election of the President and Vice President.
Members can participate in the impeachment process of the President of India.

Payment of Wages Act

Regulates wages paid to workers in railways, oilfields, mines, factories (and other industries).
Prevents illegal deductions from wages.
Ensures timely payments (within one month, maximum) are given to workers.
Workers are given wage slips containing all pertinent information about wage payment.

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