Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Article 79 of the Indian Constitution defines Parliament and its structure. It states that Parliament consists of the President and two Houses—the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) and the House of the People (Lok Sabha). This is a foundational provision for understanding the legislative framework of India.

Question 2

How many members does the Lok Sabha have according to the Indian Constitution?

Accepted Answer

Article 81 of the Indian Constitution stipulates that the Lok Sabha shall consist of not more than 552 members. Currently, the Lok Sabha has 545 members: 530 elected from States, 13 from Union Territories, and 2 nominated from the Anglo-Indian community.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a function of the State Legislature?

Accepted Answer

State Legislatures have powers to make laws on subjects in the State List and Concurrent List (as per the Seventh Schedule). However, declaring war, making treaties with foreign nations, and issuing currency are Union subjects under Article 246 and the Union List, not State Legislature functions.

Question 4

Under Article 368, which type of amendment requires ratification by the legislatures of at least how many States?

Accepted Answer

Article 368 deals with the amendment procedure. Amendments affecting the federal structure, the powers of States, or the representation of States in Parliament require ratification by the legislatures of at least one-half (50%) of the States in addition to passage by both Houses of Parliament.

Question 5

Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the Privileges of Members of Parliament?

Accepted Answer

Article 105 of the Indian Constitution grants Members of Parliament certain privileges and immunities. These include freedom of speech in Parliament, immunity from legal proceedings for statements made in Parliament, and exemption from attendance in court during parliamentary sessions.

Question 6

Which article of the Indian Constitution defines the composition and powers of the Rajya Sabha, including the maximum number of members it can have?

Accepted Answer

Article 80 of the Indian Constitution specifically deals with the composition of the Rajya Sabha. It stipulates that the Rajya Sabha shall consist of not more than 250 members. Of these, 238 members are elected by the elected members of the Legislative Assemblies of the States and Union Territories, and 12 members are nominated by the President from persons having special knowledge or practical experience in literature, science, social service, and the arts.

Question 7

Under Article 368 of the Indian Constitution, which of the following requires a special majority (2/3 majority in both Houses) but NOT ratification by state legislatures?

Accepted Answer

Article 368 outlines the amendment procedure. Most amendments require a 2/3 majority in both Houses of Parliament. However, amendments affecting the federal structure, representation in Parliament, or the amendment procedure itself require ratification by at least half of the state legislatures. Amendments to ordinary provisions require only parliamentary majority.

Question 8

Which of the following statements about the Rajya Sabha is CORRECT according to the Indian Constitution?

Accepted Answer

The Rajya Sabha is the upper house of Parliament with a maximum strength of 250 members (238 elected + 12 nominated). Members are elected by state legislative assemblies for 6-year terms, with 1/3 retiring every 2 years. It represents the states and has specific powers over money bills and constitutional amendments.

Question 9

According to Article 110 of the Indian Constitution, which of the following is NOT classified as a 'Money Bill'?

Accepted Answer

Article 110 defines a Money Bill as a bill that contains only provisions dealing with taxation, borrowing, public funds, or related matters. Bills dealing with other subjects (like electoral reforms, criminal law, or constitutional amendments) are NOT money bills, even if they have financial implications.

Question 10

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the appointment of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha, and what is the term of office?

Accepted Answer

Article 93 of the Indian Constitution provides for the election of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha. The Speaker is elected by members of the Lok Sabha from among themselves. The term of office is 5 years, coinciding with the Lok Sabha's term, though the Speaker can be re-elected.

Question 11

Which article of the Indian Constitution establishes the procedure for impeachment of the President, and what is the minimum number of members required to initiate impeachment in either House of Parliament?

Accepted Answer

Article 61 of the Indian Constitution outlines the impeachment procedure for the President. The article requires that a charge of violation of the Constitution must be preferred by either House of Parliament. A minimum of one-fourth of the total number of members of that House is required to give notice of the proposed impeachment.

Question 12

Under Article 110 of the Indian Constitution, a Money Bill is defined with specific criteria. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a Money Bill as per the constitutional definition?

Accepted Answer

Article 110 defines a Money Bill as a bill that contains only provisions dealing with taxation, borrowing, custody of public money, appropriation, or other financial matters. A Money Bill cannot contain provisions relating to the imposition of fines or other penalties, or the alteration of the constitutional status of any body or authority.

Question 13

Article 368 of the Indian Constitution provides for the amendment procedure. According to this article, which type of constitutional amendment requires ratification by the legislatures of at least one-half of the States?

Accepted Answer

Article 368 specifies that amendments affecting the federal structure, the powers of the States, or the representation of States in Parliament require ratification by the legislatures of at least one-half of the States in addition to passage by both Houses of Parliament with a two-thirds majority.

Question 14

The 44th Amendment to the Indian Constitution (1978) reversed several provisions of the 42nd Amendment. Which of the following was a key reversal made by the 44th Amendment?

Accepted Answer

The 44th Amendment (1978) reversed several controversial provisions of the 42nd Amendment, including: (1) reducing the Lok Sabha term back from 6 years to 5 years; (2) restoring the President's discretionary powers in certain matters; (3) removing the power to amend the Preamble from the amendment procedure. However, it retained the words 'Socialist' and 'Secular' in the Preamble.

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