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Chapter: Union Legislature
101.

Consider the following statements:
1. 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.
2. Resolution approving the Proclamation of Emergency are passed only by the Lok Sabha.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? [IAS 2006]

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» A. 1 only
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102.

Which of the following non-members of Parliament has the right to address it ?

A. Solicitor-General of India
B. Chief Justice of India
C. Attorney General of India
D. Chief Election Commissioner
Answer» C. Attorney General of India
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103.

How many members of the Lok Sabha must support a motion of 'no confidence' in the government, before it can be admitted by the Speaker?

A. 20
B. 25
C. 35
D. 50
Answer» D. 50
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104.

Who among the following decides whether a particular bill is a Money Bill or not? [Asstt Grade 1994]

A. President
B. Speaker of Lok Sabha
C. Chairman of Rajya Sabha
D. Finance Minister
Answer» B. Speaker of Lok Sabha
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105.

Consider the following statements:
1. Salary and allowances of the Speaker for Lok Sabha are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India.
2. In the Warrant' of Precedence, the Speaker of Lok Sabha ranks higher than all the Union Cabinet Ministers other than Prime Minister. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? [NDA 2008]

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» C. Both 1 and 2
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106.

Which of the following are Financial Committees of Parliament in India? [IAS 1992]
1. Public Accounts Committee.
2. Estimates Committee.
3. Committee on Public Undertakings.

A. I and III
B. I and 11
C. II and III
D. I, II and III
Answer» D. I, II and III
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107.

Consider the following statements:
1. The expenditure to be incurred by the Government and the revenue to be collected by way of taxes must be approved by both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha.
2. The charge of impeachment against the President of India can be brought about by only Lok Sabha and not Rajya Sabha Which of the statements given above is/are correct ? [CDS 2005]

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2
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108.

After a no confidence motion is admitted to the Lok Sabha, who decides a date for the debate?

A. President
B. Vice-President
C. Lok Sabha Speaker
D. Prime Minister
Answer» C. Lok Sabha Speaker
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109.

After the House is dissolved, the Speaker:

A. is removed from the office immediately
B. remains as Speaker until the first meeting of the House of People after the dissolution
C. has to submit his resignation to the President of India within 24 hours
D. can continue as Speaker for the period of 30 days only
Answer» B. remains as Speaker until the first meeting of the House of People after the dissolution
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110.

1. No Money Bill can be introduced in the Parliament without the recommendation of the President of India.
2. The Prime Minister appoints Finance Commission for distribution of taxes between the Union and the States.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? [Asstt Comm 2008]

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» A. 1 only
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111.

Consider the following statements :
1. The Chairman of the Committee on Public Accounts is appointed by the Speaker of the Lok Sabha.
2. 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? [IAS 2007]

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» A. 1 only
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112.

Consider the following statements on Parliamentary Committees: [CDS 2008]
1. Members of the Rajya Sabha are not associated with the Committees on Public Accounts and Public Undertakings.
2. Members of the Committee on Estimates are drawn from both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both land 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2
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113.

Which one among the following is a function of the Pro-Tem Speaker of the Lok Sabha? [COS 2011]

A. Conduct of the proceedings of: the House in the absence of the Speaker
B. To check if the election certificates of the members of the House are in order
C. Swear in the members of the House and hold the charge till a regular Speaker is elected
D. Give his assent to the bills passed by the House
Answer» C. Swear in the members of the House and hold the charge till a regular Speaker is elected
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114.

In which of the Parliamentary Financial Committees is the Rajya Sabha not represented? [SSC (10+2) 2010]

A. Public Accounts Committee
B. Estimates Committee
C. Committee on Public Undertakings
D. Expenditure Committee
Answer» B. Estimates Committee
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115.

Which one of the following is responsible for the preparation and presentation of Union Budget to the Parliament? [IAS 2010]

A. Department of Revenue
B. Department of Economic Affairs
C. Department of Financial Services
D. Department of Expenditure
Answer» B. Department of Economic Affairs
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116.

With regard to the powers of the Rajya Sabha, which one among the following statements is not correct? [CDS 2012]

A. A money Bill cannot be introduced in the Rajya Sabha
B. The Rajya Sabha has no power either to reject or amend a Money Bill
C. The Rajya Sabha cannot discuss the Annual Financial Statement
D. The Rajya Sabha has no power to vote on the Demands for Grants
Answer» C. The Rajya Sabha cannot discuss the Annual Financial Statement
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117.

While a proclamation of Emerqency is in operation, the duration of the Lok Sabha can be extended by not exceeding [Asstt Commdt 2011]

A. three months
B. nine months
C. one year at a time
D. two years at a time
Answer» C. one year at a time
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118.

With reference to the conduct of government business in the Parliament of India, the term 'closure' refers to [CDS 2011]

A. suspension of debate at the termination of a day's sitting of the Parliament
B. a rule of legislative procedure under which further debate on a motion can be halted
C. the termination of a parliamentary session
D. refusal on the part of the government to have the opposition look at important document.
Answer» B. a rule of legislative procedure under which further debate on a motion can be halted
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119.

The Public Accounts Committee submits its report to [BPSC 2011]

A. the Comptroller and Auditor- General
B. the Speaker of the Lok Sabha
C. the Minister of Parliamentary Affairs
D. the President of India
Answer» B. the Speaker of the Lok Sabha
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120.

All revenues received by the Union Government by way of taxes and other receipts for the conduct of Government business are credited to the [CSAT 2011]

A. Contingency Fund of India
B. Public Account
C. Consolidated Fund of India
D. Deposits and Advances Fund
Answer» C. Consolidated Fund of India
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121.

When the annual Union Budget is not passed by the Lok Sabha? [CSAT2011]

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
Answer» D. the Prime Minister submits. The resignation of Council of Ministers
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122.

What is the difference between "vote-on-account" and "interim budget"?
1. The provision ofa "vote-on-account" is used by a regular Government, while an "interim budget" is a provision used by a caretaker Government.
2. A "vote-on-account" only deals with the expenditure in Government's budget, while an "interim budget" includes both expenditure and receipts. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? [CSAT 2011]

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» B. 2 only
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123.

Which of the following is correct?

A. Lok Sabha can be dissolved before 5 years
B. Lok Sabha can be extended only upto 6 years
C. Lok Sabha is never dissolved' before 5 years
D. All members of Lok Sabha are elected Representatives
Answer» A. Lok Sabha can be dissolved before 5 years
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124.

If the Rajya Sabha rejects a Money Bill, then which of the following is correct?

A. Lok Sabha may or may not accept its recommendation
B. Lok Sabha may not consider it at all
C. President calls a joint session for passing of the Bill
D. Bill is sent for further consideration
Answer» A. Lok Sabha may or may not accept its recommendation
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125.

The President nominates 12 members of the Rajya Sabha according to :

A. their performance as office bearers of cultural societies
B. their role played in political set up of the country
C. the recommendations made by the Vice-President
D. their distinction in the field of science, art, literature and social service
Answer» D. their distinction in the field of science, art, literature and social service
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126.

Under which of the following circumstances an elected member of Parliament may be disqualified on the ground of defection? [IAS 1992]
1. If he voluntarily gives up his membership of a political party.
2. If he votes or abstains from voting contrary to any direction issued by his political party without prior permission of the political party.
3. If he speaks against the political party.
4. If he joins a political party other than the party on whose ticket he contested and got elected.

A. I, II and III
B. I, II and IV
C. I, III and IV
D. II, III and IV
Answer» B. I, II and IV
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127.

The distribution of seats of the Parliament are based on which of the following census?

A. 1951
B. 1961
C. 1971
D. 1981
Answer» C. 1971
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128.

Which of the following can be abolished, but not dissolved? [IAS 1991]

A. Rajya Sabha
B. Municipal Bodies
C. State Legislative Council
D. None of the above
Answer» C. State Legislative Council
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129.

The Rajya Sabha has a life of: [Railways 1991]

A. 2 years
B. 6 years
C. 7 years
D. Permanency
Answer» D. Permanency
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130.

The budget in normal circumstances, is presented to the Parliament on :

A. The last day of February
B. 15th March
C. The last day of March
D. 1st April
Answer» A. The last day of February
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131.

Which one of the following is the largest Committee of the Parliament? [CDS 2009]

A. The Public Accounts Committee
B. The Estimates Committee
C. The Committee on Public Undertakings
D. The Committee on Petitions
Answer» B. The Estimates Committee
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132.

Parliament or a State Legislature can declare a seat vacant if a member absents himself without permission from the sessions for: [IAS 1990]

A. 30 days
B. 60 days
C. 90 days
D. 120 days
Answer» B. 60 days
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133.

Which authority recommends the principles governing the grants-in-aid of the revenues of the States out of the Consolidated Fund of India? [Asstt Grade 1994]

A. Public Accounts Committee
B. Union Ministry of Finance
C. Finance Commission
D. Inter State Council
Answer» C. Finance Commission
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134.

Which of the following is true regarding the 'No Confidence Motion' in the Parliament?
1. There is no mention of it in the Constitution.
2. A period of 6, months must lapse between the introduction of one No Confidence 'Motion and another.
3. At least 100 persons must support such motion before it is introduced in the House.
4. It can be introduced in the Lok Sabha only.

A. 2 and 4
B. 1, 2, 3, and 4
C. 1, 2, and 3
D. 1 and 4
Answer» A. 2 and 4
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135.

How many times can the President of India return a Non-money Bill, passed by Parliament?

A. Twice
B. Once
C. Thrice
D. Never
Answer» B. Once
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136.

The term of the Lok Sabha:

A. cannot be extended
B. can be extended for another full term of 5 years
C. can be extended for an unlimited period
D. can be extended by 1year at a time
Answer» D. can be extended by 1year at a time
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137.

If a person elected to both the Union Parliament and a State Legislature does not vacate his seat in the State Legislature within the stipulated period then:

A. his seat in the State Legislature automatically becomes vacant
B. his seat in the Parliament will become vacant
C. both the seats will become vacant
D. he may be debarred from contesting elections in the future
Answer» B. his seat in the Parliament will become vacant
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138.

Which of the following is correct?

A. Speaker cannot be removed without a 2/3rd majority of the total membership of the House
B. The decision of the Speaker whether a particular Bill is a Money Bill is not final unless ratified by the President
C. No court of law can go into the merits of a ruling given by the Speaker
D. Not all the proceedings of the House are addressed to the Speaker
Answer» C. No court of law can go into the merits of a ruling given by the Speaker
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139.

The first no confidence motion moved in the Lok Sabha after independence was in the year :

A. 1954
B. 1960
C. 1963
D. 1975
Answer» C. 1963
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140.

A team of men selected by the party in opposition to take over the different portfolios in case the party is able to wrest power is known as:

A. inner Cabinet
B. shadow Cabinet
C. causus
D. prorogation
Answer» B. shadow Cabinet
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141.

Under which of the following conditions security deposits of a candidate contesting for a Lok Sabha seat is returned to him/her?
I. The nomination made by the candidate if found to be invalid.
II. The candidate has withdrawn his/her nomination even through it is found valid.
III. The candidate lost the polls but secured 1/6th of the total number of valid votes polled in that election.
Select the correct answer using the code given below [CDS 2009]

A. I and II
B. I, II and III
C. II and III
D. I only
Answer» A. I and II
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142.

Which of the following correctly reflects the position of the Upper House of the State Legislature as compared to the position of the Upper House of the Parliament?

A. 1/3rd members of Rajya Sabha retire every second year while 1/4th members of Legislative Council retire every 18 months
B. There is no provision for a joint sitting of the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council in the States for resolving deadlocks While there is such a provision in the case of the two House of Parliament
C. While no Bill other than a Money Bill can originate in the State Legislative Council, no Bill can originate in the Rajya Sabha
D. While Rajya Sabha has 12 nominated members, the State Legislative Council has none
Answer» B. There is no provision for a joint sitting of the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council in the States for resolving deadlocks While there is such a provision in the case of the two House of Parliament
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143.

A member of Parliament has immunity from arrest, means:

A. a member of Parliament cannot be arrested and put in prison in, a civil action within a period of 40 days before the commencement of the session and 40 days after the termination of the session
B. a member of Parliament cannot be prosecuted in criminal proceedings
C. an MP cannot be detained preventively
D. an MP cannot be arrested for the contempt of court
Answer» A. a member of Parliament cannot be arrested and put in prison in, a civil action within a period of 40 days before the commencement of the session and 40 days after the termination of the session
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144.

Which of the following statements is correct?

A. No member of Parliament can be proceeded in a court of law for any disclosure he makes in Parliament
B. A member of Parliament is protected for any defamatory speech he makes in the Parliament and then circulates its copies to the public
C. A member of Parliament is protected for any speech he makes in the Parliament
D. A member of Parliament has absolute freedom of speech
Answer» A. No member of Parliament can be proceeded in a court of law for any disclosure he makes in Parliament
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145.

Which of the following is incorrect?

A. Newspapers can publish Parliamentary proceedings
B. Newspapers can publish any part of proceedings with the permission of the Speaker
C. Newspapers have also the freedom to publish expunged portions of the speech of an MP
D. Parliament has freedom to publish its proceedings
Answer» C. Newspapers have also the freedom to publish expunged portions of the speech of an MP
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146.

Which of the following is true regarding the Vice-Chairman of the Rajya Sabha ? [Railway Apprentices 1993]

A. One has to be a member of the Rajya Sabha for election to die post of the Vice-Chairman
B. One need not necessarily be a member of the Rajya Sabha for election to the post of the Vice-Chairman
C. One has to be a member of either House 'of Parliament for election to the post of the Vice-Chairman
D. There is an established convention that the Vice-Chairman of the Rajya Sabha belongs to the main opposition party in the Rajya Sabha
Answer» A. One has to be a member of the Rajya Sabha for election to die post of the Vice-Chairman
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147.

Who among the following may belong to the Rajya Sabha but can speak in both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha ? [CDS 1993]

A. Ministers who are members of the Rajya Sabha
B. Nominated members of the Rajya Sabha who may be experts in different fields of knowledge
C. The Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
D. Leader of the House in the Rajya Sabha
Answer» A. Ministers who are members of the Rajya Sabha
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148.

A Member of Parliament can claim immunity:

A. both from civil as well as criminal cases
B. from civil cases only
C. from criminal cases only
D. cannot claim immunity either from civil or from criminal cases
Answer» B. from civil cases only
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149.

Which of the following is incorrect?

A. Prorogation of the House has the effect of wiping out the pending business
B. Adjournment of the House does not affect the pending business and the same may be taken up in the next sitting
C. The power of summoning and prorogation of the House is vested in the President, though it is exercised on the aid and advice of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers
D. Dissolution of Lok Sabha means that pending business is wiped out
Answer» A. Prorogation of the House has the effect of wiping out the pending business
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150.

State which of the following statements is incorrect :

A. A Money Bill deals .with imposition, remission, alteration or regulation of tax
B. A Money Bill deals with regulation borrowing money or giving of any guarantee by the Government
C. A Money Bill deals with the money of the Consolidated Fund
D. A Money Bill is one which provides for the imposition of fines or fees
Answer» D. A Money Bill is one which provides for the imposition of fines or fees
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