by UPSC Prelims Polity Topic-wise PYQs on Parliament & State Legislature
Q1. Which of the following statements are correct in respect of a Money Bill in the Parliament? [2024]
- Article 109 mentions special procedure in respect of Money Bills.
- A Money Bill shall not be introduced in the Council of States.
- The Rajya Sabha can either approve the Bill or suggest changes but cannot reject it.
- Amendments to a Money Bill suggested by the Rajya Sabha have to be accepted by the Lok Sabha.
Select the answer using the code given below:
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1, 2 and 3
d) 1, 3 and 4
Ans c
Q2. Which of the following statements about the Ethics Committee in the Lok Sabha are correct? [2024]
- Initially it was an ad-hoc Committee.
- Only a Member of the Lok Sabha can make a complaint relating to unethical conduct of a member of the Lok Sabha.
- This Committee cannot take up any matter which is sub-judice.
Select the answer using the code given below:
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Ans c
Q3. With reference to the Speaker of the Lok Sabha, consider the following statements: [2024]
While any resolution for the removal of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha is under consideration
- He/She shall not preside.
- He/She shall not have the right to speak.
- He/She shall not be entitled to vote on the resolution in the first instance.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Ans a
Q4. With reference to the Indian Parliament consider the following statements: [2024]
- A bill pending in the Lok Sabha lapses on its dissolution.
- A bill passed by the Lok Sabha and pending in the Rajya Sabha lapses on the dissolution of the Lok Sabha.
- A bill in regard to which the President of India notified his/her intention to summon the Houses to a joint sitting lapses on the dissolution of the Lok Sabha.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2
c) 2 and 3
d) 3 only
Ans b
Q5. With reference to the Parliament of India, consider the following statements: [2024]
- Prorogation of a House by the President of India does not require the advice of the Council of Ministers
- Prorogation of a House is generally done after the House is adjourned sine die but there is no bar to the President of India prorogating the House which is in session.
- Dissolution of the Lok Sabha is done by the President of India who, save in exceptional circumstances, does so on the advice of the Council of Ministers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2
c) 2 and 3
d) 3 only
Ans c
Q6. With reference to Finance Bill and Money Bill in the Indian Parliament, consider the following statements: [2023]
- When the Lok Sabha transmits the Finance Bill to the Rajya Sabha, it can amend or reject the Bill.
- When the Lok Sabha transmits Money Bill to the Rajya Sabha, it cannot amend or reject the Bill, it can only make recommendations.
- In the case of disagreement between the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha, there is no joint sitting for Money Bill, but a joint sitting becomes necessary for the Finance Bill.
How many of the above statements are correct?
a) Only one
b) Only two
c) All three
d) None
Ans b
Q7. Which of the following is/are the exclusive power(s) of Lok Sabha? [2022]
- To ratify the declaration of Emergency
- To pass a motion of no-confidence against the Council of Ministers
- To impeach the President of India
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
a) 1 and 2
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 3
d) 3 only
Ans b
Q8. With reference to Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha, consider the following statements: (2022)
- As per the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in Lok Sabha, the election of Deputy Speaker shall be held on such a date as the Speaker may fix.
- There is a mandatory provision that the election of a candidate as Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha shall be from either the principal opposition party or the ruling party.
- The Deputy Speaker has the same powers as of the Speaker when presiding over the sitting of the House and no appeal lies against his rulings.
- The well-established parliamentary practice regarding the appointment of Deputy Speaker is that the motion is moved by the Speaker and duty seconded by the Prime Minister.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 3 and 4 only (d) 2 and 4 only
Ans a
Q9. Consider the following statements: (2022)
- The Constitution of India classifies the ministers into four ranks viz. Cabinet Minister, Minister of State with Independent Charge, Minister of State and Deputy Minister.
- The total number of ministers in the Union Government, including the Prime Minister, shall not exceed 15 percent of the total number of members in the Lok Sabha.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans b
Q10. With reference to anti-defection law in India, consider the following statements: [2022]
- The law specifies that a nominated legislator cannot join any political party within six months of being appointed to the House.
- The law does not provide any time-frame within which the presiding officer has to decide a defection case.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans b
Q11. With reference to the Union Government, consider the following statements: [2021]
1) Gopalaswamy Iyengar Committee suggested that a minister and a secretary be designated solely for pursuing the subject of administrative reform and promoting it.
2) In 1970, the Department of Personnel was constituted on the recommendation of the Administrative Reforms Commission, 1966, and this was placed under the Prime Minister’s charge.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans b
Q12. Consider the following statements: (2021)
- In India, there is no law restricting the candidates from contesting in one Lok Sabha election from three constituencies.
- In the 1991 Lok Sabha Election, Shri Devi Lal contested from three Lok Sabha constituencies.
- As per the existing rules, if a candidate contests in one Lok Sabha election from many constituencies, his/her party should bear the cost of bye-elections to the constituencies vacated by him/her in the event of him/her winning in all the constituencies.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 (d) 2 and 3
Ans b
Q13. With reference to the funds under Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS), which of the following statements are correct? (2020)
- MPLADS funds must be used to create durable sets like physical infrastructure for health, education, etc.
- A specified portion of each MP fund must benefit SC/ST populations.
- MPLADS funds are sanctioned on yearly basis and the unused funds cannot be carried forward to the next year.
- The district authority must inspect at least 10% of all work under implementation every year.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 4 only
Ans d
Q14. Rajya Sabha has equal powers with Lok Sabha in (2020)
(a) the matter of creating new All India Services
(b) amending the Constitution
(c) the removal of the government
(d) making cut motions
Ans b
Q15. Along with the Budget, the finance minister also places other documents before the Parliament which include “The Macro Economic Framework Statement”. The aforesaid document is presented because this is mandated by: (2020)
(a) Long standing parliamentary convention
(b) Article 112 and Article 110(1) of the Constitution of India
(c) Article 113 of the Constitution of India
(d) Provisions of the Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act, 2003
Ans d
Q16. Consider the following statements: [2020]
- The President of India can summon a session of the Parliament at such a place as he/she thinks fit.
- The Constitution of India provides for three sessions of the Parliament in a year, but it is not mandatory to conduct all three sessions.
- There is no minimum number of days that the Parliament is required to meet in a year.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 2 and 3 only
Ans c
Q17. Consider the following statements: (2020)
- According to the Constitution of India a person who is eligible to vote can be made a minister in a State for six months even if he/she is not a member of the Legislature of that State
- According to the Representation of People Act, 1951, a person convicted of a criminal offence and sentenced to imprisonment for five years is permanently disqualified from contesting an election even after his release from prison
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans d
Q18. Consider the following statements: [2019]
- The Parliament (Prevention of Disqualification) Act, 1959 exempts several posts from disqualification on the grounds of ‘Office of Profit’.
- The above-mentioned Act was amended five times.
- The term ‘Office of Profit’ is well-defined in the Constitution of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Ans a
Q19. In India, which of the following review the independent regulators in sectors like telecommunications, insurance, electricity, etc.? [2019]
- Ad Hoc Committees set up by the Parliament
- Parliamentary Department Related Standing Committees
- Finance Commission
- Financial Sector Legislative Reforms Commission
- NITI Aayog
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
a) 1 and 2
b) 1, 3 and 4
c) 3, 4 and 5
d) 2 and 5
Ans a
Q20. With reference to the Legislative Assembly of a State in India, consider the following statements: [2019]
- The Governor makes a customary address to Members of the House at the commencement of the first session of the year.
- When a State Legislature does not have a rule on a particular matter, it follows the Lok Sabha rule on that matter.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans c
Q21. Regarding Money Bill, which of the following statements is not correct? [2018]
a) A bill shall be deemed to be a Money Bill if it contains only provisions relating to imposition, abolition, remission, alteration or regulation of any tax.
b) A Money Bill has provisions for the custody of the Consolidated Fund of India or the Contingency Fund of India.
c) A Money Bill is concerned with the appropriation of moneys out of the Contingency Fund of India.
d) A Money Bill deals with the regulation of borrowing of money or giving of any guarantee by the Government of India.
Ans c
Q22. Consider the following statements: [2018]
- In the first Lok Sabha, the single largest party in the opposition was the Swatantra Party.
- In the Lok Sabha, a “Leader of the opposition” was recognised for the first time in 1969.
- In the Lok Sabha, if a party does not have a minimum of 75 members, its leader cannot be recognised as the Leader of the Opposition.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 and 3 only
b) 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Ans b
Q23. Consider the following statements: [2018]
- The Speaker of the Legislative Assembly shall vacate his/her office if he/she ceases to be a member of the Assembly.
- Whenever the Legislative Assembly is dissolved, the Speaker shall vacate his/her office immediately.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 and 2
Ans a
Q24. With reference to Parliament of India, which of the following Parliamentary Committees scrutinises and reports to the House whether the power to make regulations, rules , sub-rules, by-laws, etc. conferred by the Constitution or delegated by the Parliament are being properly exercised by the Executive within the scope of such delegation? [2018]
a) Committee on Government Assurances
b) Committee on Subordinate Legislation
c) Rules Committee
d) Business Advisory Committee
Ans b
Q25. With reference to the Parliament of India, consider the following statements: [2017]
- A private member’s bill is a bill presented by a Member of Parliament who is not elected but only nominated by the President of India.
- Recently, a private member’s bill has been passed in the Parliament of India for the first time in its history.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans d
Q26. Consider the following statements: [2017]
- In the election for Lok Sabha or State Assembly, the winning candidate must get at least 50 percent of the votes polled, to be declared elected.
- According to the provisions laid down in the Constitution of India, in Lok Sabha, the Speaker’s post goes to the majority party and the Deputy Speaker’s to the Opposition.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans d
Q27. The Parliament of India exercises control over the functions of the Council of Ministers through: [2017]
- Adjournment motion
- Question hour
- Supplementary questions
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
a) 1 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Ans d
Q28. For election to the Lok Sabha, a nomination paper can be filed by: (2017)
(a) anyone residing in India.
(b) a resident of the constituency from which the election is to be contested.
(c) any citizen of India whose name appears in the electoral roll of a constituency.
(d) any citizen of India.
Ans c
Q29. Which of the following statements is/are correct? [2016]
- A Bill pending in the Lok Sabha lapses on its prorogation.
- A Bill pending in the Rajya Sabha, which has not been passed by the Lok Sabha, shall not lapse on dissolution of the Lok Sabha.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans b
Q 30. The Parliament of India acquires the power to legislate on any item in the State List in the national interest if a resolution to that effect is passed by the: [2016]
a) Lok Sabha by a simple majority of its total membership
b) Lok Sabha by a majority of not less than two-thirds of its total membership
c) Rajya Sabha by a simple majority of its total membership
d) Rajya Sabha by a majority of not less than two-thirds of its members present and voting
Ans d
Q 31. Consider the following statements: [2016]
- The Chief Secretary in a State is appointed by the Governor of that State
- The Chief Secretary in a State has a fixed tenure
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans d
Q 32. Consider the following statements: [2015]
- The Executive Power of the union of India is vested in the Prime Minister
- The Prime Minister is the ex-officio Chairman of the Civil Services Board
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans d
Q 33. Consider the following statements: [2015]
- The Rajya Sabha has no power either to reject or to amend a Money Bill
- The Rajya Sabha cannot vote on the Demands for Grants.
- The Rajya Sabha cannot discuss the Annual Financial Statement.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Ans b
Q 34. Consider the following statements: [2015]
- The Legislative Council of a state in India can be larger in size than half of the Legislative Assembly of that particular state.
- The Governor of a state nominates the Chairman of the Legislative Council of that particular state.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans d
Q35. When a bill is referred to a joint sitting both the Houses of the Parliament, has to be passed by: [2015]
a) A simple majority of member present and voting
b) Three-fourths majority of member present and voting
c) Two-thirds majority of the House
d) Absolute majority of the House
Ans a
Q36. Consider the following statements regarding a No-Confidence Motion in India: [2014]
- There is no mention of a No Confidence Motion in the Constitution of India.
- A motion of No-Confidence can be introduced in the Lok Sabha only.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- a) 1 only
- b) 2 only
- c) Both 1 and 2
- d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans c
Q 37. Consider the following statements: [2014]
- The President shall make rules for the more convenient transaction of the business of the Government of India, and for the allocation among Ministers of the said business.
- All executive actions of the Government of India shall be expressed to be taken in the name of the Prime Minister.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans d
Q 38. Which one of the following is the largest Committee of the Parliament? [2014]
- a) The committee on Public Accounts
- b) The committee on Estimates
- c) The Committee on Public Undertakings
- d) The committee on Petitions
Ans b
Q 39. Which one of the following Schedules of the Constitution of India contains provisions regarding anti-defection? [2014]
a) Second Schedule
b) Fifth Schedule
c) Eighth Schedule
d) Tenth Schedule
Ans d
Q 40. Consider the following pairs: [2014]
Programme/Project Ministry
- Drought-Prone Area Programme: Ministry of Agriculture
- Desert Development Programme: Ministry of Environment and Forests
- National Watershed Development Project for Rainfed Areas: Ministry of Rural Development
Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 3 only
c) 1, 2 and 3
d) None
Ans d
Q41. Which of the following is/are the function/functions of the Cabinet Secretariat? [2014]
- Preparation of agenda for Cabinet Meetings
- Secretariat assistance to Cabinet Committees
- Allocation of financial resources to the Ministries
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
a) 1 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c)1 and 2 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Ans c
Q 42. Consider the following statements: [2013]
- The chairman and the deputy chairman of the Rajya Sabha are not the members of that house.
- While the nominated members of the two houses of the parliament have no voting right in the presidential election, they have the right to vote in the election of the vice President.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans b
Q43. The parliament can make any law for whole or any part of India for implementing international treaties? [2013]
a) With the consent of all the states
b) With the consent of the majority of states
c) With the consent of the states concerned
d) Without the consent of any states
Ans d
Q44. Consider the following statements: [2013]
- The council of Ministers in the centre shall be collectively responsible to the Parliament
- The Union Ministers shall hold the office during the pleasure of the president of India
- The Prime Minister shall communicate to the president about the proposals for legislation
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Ans b
Q45. Consider the following statements: [2013]
The parliamentary committee on public accounts:
- Consists of not more than 25 members of the Lok Sabha
- Scrutinizes appropriation and finance accounts of the government
- Examines the report of the comptroller and auditor general of India
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 Only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Ans b
Q46. What will follow if a money bill is substantially amended by the Rajya Sabha? [2013]
a) The Lok Sabha may still proceed with the bill, accepting or not accepting the recommendations of the Rajya sabha
b) The lok sabha cannot consider the bill further
c) The lok sabha may send the bill to the Rajya Sabha for reconsideration
d) The president may call a joint sitting for passing the bill
Ans a
Q47. Regarding the office of the Lok Sabha Speaker, consider the following statements: [2012]
- He/She holds the office during the pleasure of the President.
- He/She need not be a member of the House at the time of his/her election but has to become a member of the House within six months from the date of his/her election.
- If he/she intends to resign, the letter of his/her resignation has to be addressed to the Deputy Speaker.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 and 2 Only b) 3 Only
c) 1, 2 and 3 d) None
Ans b
Q48. Consider the following statements: [2012]
- Union Territories are not represented in the Rajya Sabha.
- It is within the purview of the Chief Election commissioner to adjudicate election disputes.
- According to the Constitution of India, the Parliament consists of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha only.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 Only b) 2 and 3
c) 1 and 3 d) None
Ans d
Q49. Which of the following special powers have been conferred on the Rajya Sabha by the Constitution of India? [2012]
a) To change the existing territory of a State and to change the name of a State
b) To pass a resolution empowering the Parliament to make laws in the State List and to create one or more All India Services
c) To amend the election procedure of the President and to determine the pension of the President after his/her retirement
d) To determine the functions of the Election Commission and to determine the number of Election Commissioners
Ans b
Q50. The Prime Minister of India, at the time of his/her appointment: [2012]
a) Need not necessarily be a member of one of the Houses of the Parliament but must become a member of one of the Houses within six months
b) Need not necessarily be a member of one of the Houses of the Parliament but must become a member of the Lok Sabha within six months
c) Must be a member of one of the Houses of the Parliament
d) Must be a member of the Lok Sabha
Ans a
Q51. A deadlock between the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha calls for a joint sitting of the Parliament during the passage of: [2012]
- Ordinary Legislation
- Money Bill
- Constitution Amendment Bill
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a) Only 1 b) 2 and 3 Only
c) 1 and 3 Only d) 1, 2 and 3
Ans a
Q52. In the Parliament of India, the purpose of an adjournment motion is: [2012]
a) To allow a discussion on a definite matter of urgent public importance
b) To let opposition collect information ministers members from the
c) To allow a reduction of specific amount in demand for grant
d) To postpone the proceedings to check the inappropriate or violent behaviour on the part of some members
Ans a
Q53. Which of the following are the methods of Parliamentary control over public finance in India? (2012)
- Placing Annual Financial Statement before the Parliament.
- Withdrawal of money from Consolidated Fund of India only after passing the Appropriation Bill.
- Provisions of supplementary grants and vote-on accounts.
- A periodic or at least a mid-year review of programme macroeconomic forecasts and expenditure by a Parliamentary Budget Office.
- Introducing the Finance Bill in the Parliament.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
(a) 1, 2, 3 and 5 only
(b) 1, 2 and 4 only
(c) 3, 4 and 5 only
(d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Ans a
Q54. With reference to the Delimitation Commission, consider the following statements: (2012)
- The orders of the Delimitation Commission cannot be challenged in a Court of Law.
- When the orders of the Delimitation Commission are laid before the Lok Sabha or State Legislative Assembly, they cannot effect any modifications in the orders.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans c
Q55. What is the difference between “vote-on account” and “interim budget”? (2011)
- The provision of a “vote-on-account” is used by a regular Government, while an “interim budget” is a provision used by a caretaker Government.
- A “vote-on-account” only deals with the expenditure in the Government’s budget, while an “interim budget” includes both expenditure and receipts.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans b
Q56. When the annual Union Budget is not passed by the Lok Sabha: (2011)
(a) The Budget is modified and presented again
(b) The Budget is referred to the Rajya Sabha for suggestions
(c) The Union Finance Minister is asked to resign
(d) The Prime Minister submits the resignation of Council of Ministers
Ans d
Q57. With reference to Union Government, consider the following statements: [2009]
- The Constitution of India provides that all Cabinet Ministers shall be compulsorily the sitting members of Lok Sabha only.
- The Union Cabinet Secretariat operates under the direction of the Ministry of Parliamentary affairs.
Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?
a) 1 only b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2 d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans d
Q58. Under the administration of which one of the following is the Department of atomic Energy? [2009]
a) Prime Minister’s Office
b) Cabinet Secretariat
c) Ministry of Power
d) Ministry of Science and Technology
Ans a
Q59. With reference to Union Government, consider the following statements: [2009]
- The number of Ministries at the Centre on 15th august 1947 was 18.
- The number of Ministries at the Centre at present is 36.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
a) 1 only b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2 d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans a
Q60. With reference to Union Government consider the following statements: [2009]
- The Ministries and Departments of the Government of India are created by the Prime Minister on the advice of the Cabinet Secretary.
- Each of the Ministries is assigned to a Minister by the President of India on the advice of the Prime Minister.
Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?
a)1 only b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2 d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans b
Q61. Which one of the following Constitutional amendments states that the total number of Ministers, including the Prime Minister, in the Council of Ministers shall not exceed fifteen percent of the total number of members of the House of the People? [2009]
- a) 90th b) 91st
- c) 92nd d) 93rd
Ans b
Q62. Department of Border Management is a Department of which one of the following Union Ministries? [2008]
a) Ministry of Defence
b) Ministry Of Home Affairs
c) Ministry of Shipping, Road Transport and Highways
d) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
Ans b
Q63. Which one of the following is the largest (area wise) Lok Sabha constituency? [2008]
a) Kangra b) Ladakh
c) Kachchh d) Bhilwara
Ans b
Q64. Consider the following statements: [2008]
The Constitution of India Provides that
- The Legislative Assembly of each State shall Consist of not more than 450 members chosen by direct election from territorial constituencies in the State
- A person shall not be qualified to be chosen to fill a seat in the Legislative Assembly of a State if he/she is less than 25 years of age
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 Only
b) 2 Only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans b
Q65. Consider the following statements: [2007]
- The Chairman of the Committee on public Accounts is appointed by the Speaker of the Lok Sabha.
- The Committee on public Accounts comprises Members of Lok Sabha, Members of Rajya Sabha and a few eminent persons of industry and trade
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans a
Q66. Who was the Speaker of the first Lok Sabha? [2007]
a) Hukam singh b) G,V. Mavalankar
c) K.M. Munshi d) U.N. Dhebar
Ans b
Q 67. Assertion (A): The Council of Ministers in the Union of India is collectively responsible both to the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha.
Reason (R): The Members of both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha are eligible to be the Ministers of the Union Government. [2007]
a) Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A.
b) Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
c) A is True but R is false
d) A is false but R is true
Ans d
Q68. Which of the following Constitution Amendment Acts seeks that the size of the Councils of Ministers at the Centre and in a State must not exceed 15 per cent of the total number of members in the Lok Sabha and the total numbers of members of the Legislative Assembly of that state,respectively? [2007]
a) 91st b) 93rd
c) 95th d) 97th
Ans a
Q69. Consider the following statements: [2007]
- Jawaharla Nehru was in his fourth term as the Prime Minister of India at the time of his death.
- Jawaharlal Nehru represented Rae Bareilly constituency as a Member of Parliament.
- The first non-Congress Prime Minister of India assumed the Office in the year 1977.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 and 2 b) 3 only
c) 1 only d) 1 and 3
Ans d
Q70. MCA-21 is a major initiative taken up by the Government of India in which one of the following areas? [2007]
- a) Foreign direct investment in India
- b) Attracting international tourists
- c) e-governance
- d) Modernization of airports
Ans c
Q71. Who among the following have been the Union Finance Ministers of India? [2007]
- V.P. Singh
- R. Venkattaraman
- Y.B. Chavan
- Pranab Mukherjee
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a)1, 2 and 3 only b) 1,3 and 4 only
c) 2 and 4 only d) 1,2,3 and 4
Ans d
Q72. Consider the following statements: [2006]
- The Rajya Sabha alone has the power to declare that it would be in national interest for the Parliament to legislate with respect to a matter in the State List.
- Resolutions approving the Proclamation of Emergency are passed only by the Lok Sabha.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2 d) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans a
Q73. Under which one of the Ministries of the Government of India does the food and nutrition board work? [2005]
a) Ministry of Agriculture
b) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
c) Ministry of Human Resource Development
d) Ministry of Rural Development
Ans b
Q74. Consider the following statements: [2004]
- The Speaker of Lok Sabha has the power to adjourn the House sine-die but, on prorogation, it is only the President who can summon the House.
- Unless sooner dissolved or there is an extension of the term, there is an automatic dissolution of the Lok Sabha by efflux of time, at the end of the period of five years, even if no formal order of dissolution is issued by the President.
- The Speaker of Lok Sabha continues in office even after the dissolution of the House and until ‘immediately before the first meeting of the House’.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
a) 1 and 2 b) 2 and 3
c) 1 and 3 d) 1, 2 and 3
Ans d
Q75. With reference to the Indian Parliament, which one of the following is not correct? [2004]
a) The Appropriation Bill must be passed by both Houses of Parliament before it can be enacted into law.
b) No money shall be withdrawn from the Consolidated Fund of India except under the appropriation made by the Appropriation Act.
c) Finance Bill is required for proposing new taxes but no other Bill/ Act is required for making changes in the rates of taxes which are already under operation.
d) No Money Bill can be introduced except on the recommendation of the President.
Ans a
Q76. Who among the following was never the Lok Sabha Speaker? [2004]
a) K. V. K. Sundaram b) G. S. Dhillon
c) Baliram Bhagat d) Hukum Singh
Ans a
Q77. Which of the following pairs is correctly matched? Department Ministry of the Government of India: [2004]
- Department of: Women and Child Development Ministry of Health and Family
- Department of: Official Language Ministry of Human Resource
- Department of: Drinking Water Supply Ministry of Water Resources
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Codes:
- a) 1 b) 2
- c) 3 d) None
Ans d
Q78. Which one of the following statements is NOT correct? [2004]
a) In Lok Sabha, a no confidence motion has to set out the grounds on which it is based.
b) In the case of a no confidence motion in the Lok Sabha, no conditions of admissibility have been laid down in the Rules.
c) A motion of no confidence, once admitted, has to be taken up within ten days of the leave being granted.
d) Rajya Sabha is not empowered to entertain a motion of no confidence.
Ans a
Q79. Which one of the following Bills must be passed by each House of the Indian Parliament separately, by special majority? [2003]
a) Ordinary Bill
b) Money Bill
c) Finance Bill
d) Constitution Amendment Bill
Ans d
Q80. Consider the following statements: [2003]
- While members of the Rajya Sabha are associated with Committees on Public Accounts and Public Undertakings, Members of Committee on Estimates are drawn entirely from Lok Sabha.
- The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs works under the overall direction of the Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs.
- The Minister of Parliamentary Affairs nominates members of Parliament on Committees, Councils, Boards and Commissions etc. set up by the Government of India in the various ministries.
Which of these statements are correct?
a) 1 and 2 b) 2 and 3
c) 1 and 3 d) 1, 2 and 3
Ans d
Q81. Consider the following statements: [2003]
- The joint sitting of the two houses of the Parliament in India is sanctioned under Article 108 of the Constitution
- The first joint sitting of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha was held in the year 1961
- The second joint sitting of the two Houses of Indian Parliament was held to pass the Banking Service Commission (Repeal) Bill
Which of these statements are correct?
a) 1 and 2 b) 2 and 3
c) 1 and 3 d) 1, 2 and 3
Ans d
Q82. Which one of the following statements is correct? [2003]
a) Only the Rajya Sabha and not the Lok Sabha can have nominated members
b) There is a constitutional provision for nominating two members belonging to the Anglo Indian community to the Rajya Sabha
c) There is no constitutional bar for a nominated member to be appointed Union minister
d) A nominated member can vote both in the Presidential and Vice Presidential election.
Ans c
Q83. The Genetic Engineering Approval Committee, whose permission is required for cultivation of any genetically modified crop such as BtCotton in India, is under the Union Minister of [2003]
a) Agriculture
b) Environment and Forests
c) Commerce and Industry
d) Rural Development
Ans b
Q84. The term of the Lok Sabha: [2002]
a) Cannot be extended under any circumstances
b) Can be extended by six months at a time
c) Can be extended by one year at a time during the proclamation of emergency
d) Can be extended for two years at a time during the proclamation of emergency
Ans c
Q85. The Consultative Committee of members of Parliament for Railway Zones in constituted by the: [2002]
a) President of India
b) Ministry of Railways
c) Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs
d) Ministry of Transport
Ans c
Q86.Consider the following organisations: [2001]
I. Atomic Minerals Directorate for Research and Exploration
II. Heavy Water Board
III. Indian Rare Earths Limited
III. Uranium Corporation of India
Which of these is/are under the Department of Atomic Energy?
a) I only b) I and IV
c) II, III and IV d) I, II, III and IV
Ans d
Q87. In what way does the Indian Parliament exercise control over the administration? [2001]
a) Through Consultative Committees of various ministries
b) Through Parliamentary Committees
c) By making the administrators send periodic reports
d) By compelling the executive to issue writs
Ans b
Q88. The State which has the largest number of seats reserved for the Scheduled Tribes in Lok Sabha is: [2000]
a) Bihar
b) Gujarat
c) Uttar Pradesh
d) Madhya Pradesh
Ans d
Q89. The Speaker can ask a member of the House to stop speaking and let another member speak. This phenomenon is known as: [2000]
a) Decorum
b) Crossing the floor
c) Interpellation
d) Yielding the floor
Ans d
Q90. Which one of the following statements about a Money Bill is not correct? [2000]
a) A Money Bill can be tabled in either House of Parliament
b) The Speaker of Lok Sabha is the final authority to decide whether a Bill is a Money Bill or not
c) The Rajya Sabha must return a Money Bill passed by Lok Sabha and send it for consideration within 14 days
d) The President cannot return a Money Bill to Lok Sabha for reconsideration
Ans a
Q91. The Parliament can make any law for the whole or any part of India for implementing International treaties: [2000]
a) with the consent of all the States
b) with the consent of the majority of States
c) with the consent of the States concerned
d) without the consent of any State
Ans d
Q92. Consider the following functionaries: [2000]
I. Cabinet Secretary
II. Chief Election Commissioner
III. Union Cabinet Ministers
III. Chief Justice of India
Their correct sequence, in the Order of Precedence is
a) III, IV, II, I b) IV, III, I, II
c) IV, III, II, I d) III, IV, I, II
Ans c
Q93. Transchart is the: [1999]
a) Chartering wing of the Ministry of Surface Transport
b) Container service established by Indian Railways
c) Training institute of maritime studies and research
d) Passenger insurance scheme of Indian Railways
Ans a
Q94. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer by using the codes given below the lists: [1997]
| List I (Functionaries) | List II (Oaths or Affirmations) |
| I. President of India | A. Secrecy of Information |
| II. Judges of Supreme Court | B. Faithful Discharge of Duties |
| III. Members of Parliament | C. Faith and Allegiance to the Constitution of India |
| IV. Ministers for the Union | D. Upholding the Constitution and the Law |
Codes:
a) IC, IID, IIIA, IVB
b) ID, IIC, IIIB, IVA
c) IC, IID, IIIB, IVA
d) ID, IIC, IIIA, IVB
Ans c
Q95. In which of the following countries will the no-confidence motion to bring down the government passed by the legislature be valid only when the legislature is able to simultaneously find a majority to elect a successor government? [1997]
a) France b) Germany
c) Italy d) Portugal
Ans b
Q96. If the Prime Minister of India belonged to the Upper House of Parliament: [1997]
a) He will not be able to vote in his favour in the event of a no confidence motion
b) He will not be able to speak on the Budget in the Lower House
c) He can make statements only on the Upper House
d) He has to become a member of the Lower House within six months after being sworn in as the Prime Minister
Ans a
Q97. Which one of the following statements is correct? [1996]
The Prime Minister of India
a) Is free to choose his ministers only from among those who are members of either House of the Parliament
b) Can choose his cabinet colleagues after due counselling by the President of India in this regard
c) Has full discretion in the choice of persons who are to serve as ministers in his cabinet
d) Has only limited powers in the choice of his cabinet colleagues because of the discretionary power vested with the President of India
Ans c
Q98. If the number of seats allocated to a state in the Lok Sabha is 42, then the number of seats reserved for the Scheduled Castes in that state will be: [1996]
a) 21 b) 14
c) 7 d) 6
Ans d
Q99. Which one of the following is not explicitly stated in the Constitution of India but followed as a convention? [1995]
a) The Finance Minister is to be a Member of the Lower House
b) The Prime Minister has to resign if he loses majority in the Lower House
c) All the parts of India are to be represented in the Council of Ministers
d) In the event of both the President and the Vice President demitting office simultaneously before the end of their tenure the Speaker of the Lower House of the Parliament will officiate as the President
Ans b
Q100. Who among the following have the right to vote in the elections to both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha? [1995]
a) Elected members of the Lower House of the Parliament
b) Elected members of the Upper House of the Parliament
c) Elected members of the Upper House of the State Legislature
d) Elected members of the Lower House of the State Legislature
Ans b
Q101. Which one of the following States of India does not have a Legislative Council so far even though the Constitution (Seventh Amendment) Act, 1956 provides for it? [1995]
a) Maharashtra
b) Bihar
c) Karnataka
d) Madhya Pradesh
Ans d
Q102. If in an election to a State Legislative Assembly the candidate who is declared elected loses his deposit, it means that: [1995]
a) the polling was very poor
b) the election was for a multi member constituency
c) the elected candidate’s victory over his nearest rival was very marginal
d) a very large number of candidates contested the election
Ans d
Q103. Consider the table given below: [1995]
Which one of the following will fit in the place marked ‘X’?
a) Ministers who are not Members of Parliament but who have to get themselves elected to either House of Parliament within six months after assuming office
b) Not more than 20 nominated members
c) Not more than 20 representatives of Union Territories
d) The Attorney General who has the right to speak and take part in the proceedings of either House of Parliament
Ans c
