Questions and Answers
Which of the following is protected under the jurisdiction of both the High Court and the Supreme Court?
What is the maximum tenure for members of the Legislative Council?
Who appoints the Chief Justice of the High Court?
The minimum attendance required for the proceedings of any house to begin is referred to as what?
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Which of these does NOT include members elected from Local bodies in the Legislative Council?
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What is the membership range of the Legislative Assembly of states?
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The life of Lok Sabha shall not exceed how many months after the end of its term?
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Who heads the Council of Ministers and are appointed on the advice of the President?
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Who can disqualify MLAs for acting against the anti-defection law?
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What is the term duration for the members of Rajya Sabha?
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Which fund is utilized to meet unforeseen expenditures?
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Who appoints the Prime Minister of India?
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The Fundamental Rights guaranteed by the Constitution can be protected by which authority?
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What is the basis for classification of people under Article 14?
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Who elects the Vice-President of India?
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The Indian Independence Act of 1947 was passed by which entity?
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What does reprieve mean in a legal context?
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The Chief Election Commissioner can be removed from office under which condition?
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What is the minimum number of members required to hold a meeting in either house of Parliament?
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When can the Governor issue ordinances?
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Members of the Rajya Sabha, except for the nominated ones, are elected by whom?
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Who is the Ex-Officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?
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How is the Speaker of the Lok Sabha appointed?
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In what way is the Rajya Sabha considered a permanent house?
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Study Notes
Governance and Political Structure in India
- A Governor of a state must be at least 30 years old to be appointed.
- The Chief Justice of a High Court is appointed by the President of India.
- Membership in the state Legislative Assembly ranges between 60 to 500 members.
- The Legislative Council does not comprise members elected from Reserved Constituencies.
- Members of the Legislative Council serve a tenure of 6 years.
- The minimum number of members in a Legislative Council must be 40.
Jurisdiction and Dispute Resolution
- Both the High Court and the Supreme Court have jurisdiction over disputes concerning Fundamental Rights and disputes between the Centre and the states.
Council of Ministers and Legislative Functions
- The Council of Ministers is led by the Prime Minister, who is advised by the President during appointments.
- Rajya Sabha is known as the Council of States.
- Lok Sabha must convene within 6 months following a National Emergency.
- The minimum attendance required to commence proceedings in any house is known as a Quorum.
Legislative Procedures and Powers
- Adjournment refers to ending a session of Parliament without bills lapsing.
- The Governor of a state is appointed by the President of India.
- Reprieve means a temporary suspension of a death sentence.
Election and Positions of Authority
- The Chief Election Commissioner can only be removed through impeachment by the Parliament, as recommended by the President.
- Quorum for meetings in either house of Parliament is one-tenth of total members.
- The Governor can issue ordinances when the state legislature is not in session and immediate action is required.
Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha Insights
- Members of Rajya Sabha (excluding nominated ones) are elected by the Legislative Assemblies of the states and local self-governing bodies.
- The Vice-President serves as the Ex-Officio Chairman of Rajya Sabha.
- The Speaker of the Lok Sabha is elected by its members.
- One-third of Rajya Sabha members retire every two years, ensuring continuity in the house.
Disqualification and Appointment Powers
- The Speaker of the Legislative Assembly can disqualify MLAs if they violate the anti-defection law.
- Each member of Rajya Sabha has a term of 6 years.
- The seat of the Supreme Court is located in Delhi.
- The maximum strength of Rajya Sabha is 250 members.
Financial Provisions and Legal Appointments
- The Contingency Fund is utilized for unforeseen expenditures.
- The Attorney General of India is appointed by the President.
- Only the President of India has the authority to appoint the Prime Minister.
Fundamental Rights and Legal Protections
- The Supreme Court protects the Fundamental Rights guaranteed by the Constitution.
- Article 14 classifies individuals based on "Intelligible Differentia."
Historical Context
- The Indian Independence Act of 1947 was enacted by the British Parliament, marking a significant moment in Indian history.
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Test your knowledge of the Indian political system with this quiz. Questions cover various aspects, including the appointment of Governors, Chief Justices, and the composition of legislative bodies. See how well you understand the structure and functions of state governance.
