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What is required for a bill, other than a money bill, to be passed?
What is required for a bill, other than a money bill, to be passed?
- Approval by both Houses of Parliament (correct)
- Approval by the Lok Sabha only
- Approval by the Rajya Sabha only
- Approval by the President only
Under what condition can Parliament make laws on subjects in the State List?
Under what condition can Parliament make laws on subjects in the State List?
- If the subject is of national importance
- When a majority of states agree
- With the consent of the President
- Under special circumstances (correct)
What happens if a vote of no-confidence is passed against a minister?
What happens if a vote of no-confidence is passed against a minister?
- A new election is called
- The entire Council of Ministers resigns (correct)
- Only the minister resigns
- The President intervenes
Who has more power regarding money bills?
Who has more power regarding money bills?
How must an amendment bill be passed in Parliament?
How must an amendment bill be passed in Parliament?
What role does Parliament play in the financial governance of the Central Government?
What role does Parliament play in the financial governance of the Central Government?
Which of the following can initiate a money bill?
Which of the following can initiate a money bill?
Which of the following accurately reflects the power of the Union Parliament?
Which of the following accurately reflects the power of the Union Parliament?
What is the purpose of the Question Hour in Parliament?
What is the purpose of the Question Hour in Parliament?
In case of disagreement between the Houses on an ordinary bill, what is the resolution process?
In case of disagreement between the Houses on an ordinary bill, what is the resolution process?
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Legislative Powers
- Parliament is the supreme legislative body in India.
- It has the authority to create laws on subjects included in the Union List, Concurrent List, and Residuary subjects.
- Parliament can also legislate on State List subjects under specific circumstances.
- A bill (excluding money bills) can be introduced in either the Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha.
- Both Houses must approve a bill for it to become a law.
- In case of disagreement between the Houses (ordinary bills), a joint meeting with a majority vote decides.
- Joint meetings are not permitted for money bills or amendment bills.
- Following approval, the bill is forwarded to the President for assent, which transforms it into a law.
Control over the Executive
- In India's parliamentary system, the Council of Ministers is accountable to the Lok Sabha.
- A vote of no-confidence against a minister leads to the resignation of the entire council.
- Parliament exercises control over the executive through the Question Hour, allowing for questioning and scrutiny.
Financial Powers
- Parliament approves the annual budget of the Central Government.
- The government cannot impose taxes or incur expenses without parliamentary authorization.
- The Lok Sabha holds greater power over money bills compared to the Rajya Sabha.
- Only the Lok Sabha can introduce money bills.
Power to Amend the Constitution
- Both Houses have equal power in amending the Constitution.
- An amendment bill can be introduced in either House, but must be passed by both independently.
- The Indian Constitution outlines three distinct methods of amendment.
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