NCERT Class 11 Political Science — Chapter 6: Legislature

In a Joint Session of Parliament, the decision usually favors the Lok Sabha primarily due to:

Consider the following statements regarding the tenure of the Rajya Sabha: 1. The Rajya Sabha is elected for a fixed term of five years. 2. It is a permanent House and is never fully dissolved. 3. One-third of its members complete their term every two years. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the election of members to the Rajya Sabha, consider the following statements: 1. Members are directly elected by the residents of the respective States. 2. The elected members of the State Legislative Assembly elect the members of the Rajya Sabha. 3. The method of election ensures that all States have equal representation regardless of population. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Who is the final authority for regulating the business and procedure of the House?

Consider the following statements about the dissolution of the Rajya Sabha: 1. It is dissolved every six years. 2. It is dissolved when the President declares a national emergency. 3. It is never fully dissolved. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which Constitutional Amendment Act introduced the Anti-Defection Law?

What defines a "Private Member's Bill" in the Indian Parliament?

Under the Anti-defection law, which of the following actions constitutes "defection"? 1. A member voluntarily leaves the membership of the party. 2. A member remains absent in the House when asked by the party leadership to remain present. 3. A member votes against the instructions of the party.

What is the primary rationale for adopting a bicameral legislature in a federal country like India?

What is a key advantage of the Rajya Sabha being a permanent House?

What is the democratic rationale for restricting the Rajya Sabha's power over Money Bills?

Which of the following is NOT an instrument of Parliamentary control over the Executive?

Which Amendment Act strengthened the Anti-Defection Law by banning defectors from holding public office?

The number of Lok Sabha constituencies has been frozen based on the population figures of which Census?

Which function of Parliament allows for the unrestricted analysis of national issues?

The power to pass a "No Confidence Motion" against the Council of Ministers is vested exclusively in:

Who is the adjudicating authority for disqualification of members under the Anti-Defection Law?

As per the constitutional provisions governing Money Bills, introduction is barred in which of the following?

Consider the following statements regarding the law-making process: 1. A bill proposed by a minister is called a Private Member’s Bill. 2. A bill is a draft of a proposed law. 3. A bill proposed by a non-minister is called a Government Bill. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the composition of State Legislatures in India: 1. The Constitution mandates a bicameral legislature for all States with a population above a certain threshold. 2. The Constitution provides States the option to establish either a unicameral or a bicameral legislature. 3. At present, less than ten States in India possess a bicameral legislature. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Regarding the nominated members of the Rajya Sabha, consider the following: 1. There are twelve nominated members. 2. They are nominated by the Prime Minister. 3. They are chosen from fields such as literature, science, art, and social service. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The Constitution permits bicameralism in States subject to certain conditions. Which of the following States does not follow this arrangement?

How does the representation in the Rajya Sabha differ from that in the US Senate?

Consider the following statements regarding the advantages of a bicameral legislature: 1. It allows for every decision to be reconsidered, ensuring a double check on every matter. 2. It prevents the executive from introducing bills directly in the Lower House. 3. It ensures that views of those not in active politics can be utilized in the Upper House. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which Schedule of the Constitution allocates seats in the Rajya Sabha to the States and Union Territories?

Consider the following statements regarding the constituent powers of the Parliament: 1. The Lok Sabha has overriding powers over the Rajya Sabha in amending the Constitution. 2. All constitutional amendments have to be approved by a special majority of both Houses. 3. The constituent powers of both Houses are similar. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the legislative function of the Parliament: 1. The actual task of drafting a bill is typically performed by the bureaucracy. 2. No major bill is introduced in the Parliament without the approval of the Cabinet. 3. Members other than ministers cannot introduce bills in the Parliament. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With respect to a Money Bill, what action can the Rajya Sabha take? 1. It can reject the bill. 2. It can suggest changes to the bill. 3. It can withhold the bill for more than 14 days to kill it. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

In which House of Parliament can a Money Bill be introduced?

How is a deadlock between the two Houses of Parliament regarding an ordinary bill resolved?

Which of the following powers is exclusively vested in the Rajya Sabha?

Consider the following statements regarding "Question Hour": 1. It is held every day during the sessions of Parliament. 2. Ministers are not bound to reply to questions raised during this hour. 3. It is considered the most effective method of keeping vigil on the executive. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

What characterizes the "Zero Hour" in the Indian Parliament?

Who is the final authority to decide on matters regarding the breach of parliamentary privilege?

Joint Parliamentary Committees (JPCs) can be set up for which of the following purposes? 1. Discussing a particular bill. 2. Investigating financial irregularities. 3. Selecting the Prime Minister in case of a hung parliament.

What is the primary function of the Departmental Standing Committees in Parliament?

In which year was the system of Department-related Standing Committees formally inaugurated?

The Fourth Schedule of the Constitution deals with:

Consider the following statements regarding the "German Bundesrat": 1. Its members are elected directly by the people. 2. It can veto legislation in policy areas where federal states have concurrent powers. 3. Its 69 seats are divided among states based on population. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is primarily responsible for:

What is the consequence if the Rajya Sabha does not return a Money Bill within 14 days?

Which statement correctly describes the nature of representation in the Rajya Sabha?

Consider the following statements regarding the "Joint Session of Parliament": 1. It is called to resolve a deadlock between the two Houses on a proposed bill. 2. It is frequently used to pass constitutional amendments. 3. Decisions in joint sessions have historically favoured the Lok Sabha. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The 91st Constitutional Amendment is primarily associated with:

Among the following constitutional changes, which one resulted directly from the 52nd Amendment Act of 1985?

In the functioning of the Indian Parliament, what is the primary objective of the Question Hour?