Question 1

Under which Article of the Indian Constitution is the composition of the Rajya Sabha defined?

Accepted Answer

Article 80 of the Indian Constitution deals with the composition of the Council of States (Rajya Sabha). It provides that the Rajya Sabha shall consist of not more than 250 members — 238 representatives of States and Union Territories elected indirectly, and 12 nominated by the President for their expertise in literature, science, art, and social service.

Question 2

Which article of the Indian Constitution defines the composition and structure of Parliament?

Accepted Answer

Article 79 of the Indian Constitution defines the composition of Parliament. It states that Parliament shall consist of the President and two Houses — the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) and the House of the People (Lok Sabha). This is a foundational constitutional provision that establishes the bicameral legislature of India. Therefore, the answer is Option B.

Question 3

Which of the following statements correctly describes the composition and powers of the Rajya Sabha as per the Indian Constitution?

Accepted Answer

Article 80 of the Indian Constitution establishes the Rajya Sabha (Council of States). The maximum strength of the Rajya Sabha is 250 members: 238 elected members (12 from each state and 4 from union territories) and 12 nominated members appointed by the President. The Rajya Sabha is a permanent body with one-third of its members retiring every two years, and members serve six-year terms. It has the power to pass laws concurrently with the Lok Sabha on subjects in the Concurrent List (List III of the Seventh Schedule). Therefore, the correct answer is B.

Question 4

Under the Indian Constitution, which article establishes the procedure for the removal of a Judge of the Supreme Court, and what is the minimum number of Members required to sign the petition for impeachment in either House of Parliament?

Accepted Answer

Article 124(4) of the Indian Constitution provides the procedure for removal of a Supreme Court Judge through impeachment. The procedure requires that a petition for removal must be signed by at least 100 Members of the House in which it is introduced (either Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha). The petition must allege that the Judge is guilty of 'proved misbehaviour' or 'incapacity'. This is a stringent procedure designed to protect judicial independence while maintaining accountability. The 100-member threshold is a constitutional safeguard ensuring that removal is not initiated frivolously and represents substantial support across the legislature.

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