Indian Constitution: Union & State Executive, Legislature

Question No. 1 Marks +1 -0 Time

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Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding the President of India's ordinance-making power?

A. The President can promulgate ordinances only when both Houses of Parliament are not in session.
B. An ordinance has the same force and effect as an Act of Parliament.
C. An ordinance must be laid before both Houses of Parliament and must be approved by them within six weeks from their reassembly.
D. The President's satisfaction in promulgating an ordinance cannot be challenged in a court of law.

Question No. 2 Marks +1 -0 Time

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Arrange the following events in the correct chronological order regarding the passage of a Money Bill in the Parliament:
1. Introduction of the Bill in Lok Sabha
2. Recommendation of the President
3. Consideration and voting in Lok Sabha
4. Transmission to Rajya Sabha
5. Return to Lok Sabha with or without recommendations

A. 2, 1, 3, 4, 5
B. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
C. 2, 3, 1, 4, 5
D. 1, 3, 2, 4, 5

Question No. 3 Marks +1 -0 Time

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The Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the _________.

A. President
B. Prime Minister
C. Lok Sabha
D. Parliament

Question No. 4 Marks +1 -0 Time

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Which of the following is not a discretionary power of the Governor of a State?

A. Reserving a Bill for the consideration of the President.
B. Appointment of the Chief Minister if no party has a clear majority in the State Legislative Assembly.
C. Dismissing a Council of Ministers if it loses the confidence of the Assembly.
D. Appointing the Advocate General of the State.

Question No. 5 Marks +1 -0 Time

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Consider the following statements regarding the Vice-President of India:
1. The Vice-President is elected by an electoral college consisting of the elected members of both Houses of Parliament.
2. The Vice-President can be removed from office by a resolution passed by a majority of all the then members of the Rajya Sabha and agreed to by the Lok Sabha.
3. The Vice-President acts as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 2 only

Question No. 6 Marks +1 -0 Time

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Match the following constitutional articles with their respective provisions:

List I (Article)	List II (Provision)
A. Article 76	1. Parliament's power to create Legislative Councils
B. Article 165	2. Attorney General of India
C. Article 169	3. Advocate General of the State
D. Article 108	4. Joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament

A. A-2, B-3, C-1, D-4
B. A-3, B-2, C-1, D-4
C. A-2, B-1, C-3, D-4
D. A-4, B-3, C-1, D-2

Question No. 7 Marks +1 -0 Time

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What is the maximum permissible strength of the Lok Sabha, as stipulated by the Constitution of India?

A. 545 members
B. 550 members
C. 552 members
D. 530 members

Question No. 8 Marks +1 -0 Time

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Which of the following statements is true regarding the tenure of a Member of the Rajya Sabha?

A. A Rajya Sabha member is elected for a term of 5 years.
B. A Rajya Sabha member is elected for a term of 6 years.
C. The entire Rajya Sabha is dissolved every 6 years.
D. Rajya Sabha members are nominated for life.

Question No. 9 Marks +1 -0 Time

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The President of India can declare a National Emergency under Article 352 only on the written recommendation of the:

A. Chief Justice of India
B. Prime Minister
C. Union Cabinet
D. Council of Ministers

Question No. 10 Marks +1 -0 Time

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How many pairs are correctly matched?

1. Money Bill – Can be introduced in Rajya Sabha
2. Ordinary Bill – Requires President's prior recommendation for introduction
3. Constitutional Amendment Bill – Can be introduced in either House of Parliament
4. Adjournment Motion – Discusses a definite matter of urgent public importance

A. Only one pair
B. Only two pairs
C. Only three pairs
D. All four pairs

Question No. 11 Marks +1 -0 Time

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Which of the following is a qualification for a person to be chosen as a member of the Lok Sabha?

A. Must be not less than 35 years of age.
B. Must be registered as a voter in any parliamentary constituency in India.
C. Must hold an office of profit under the Government of India or the Government of any State.
D. Must be able to read and write English.

Question No. 12 Marks +1 -0 Time

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The maximum duration for which a State Legislative Council (Vidhan Parishad) can delay an Ordinary Bill originated in the State Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha) is:

A. Three months
B. Four months
C. Six months
D. One year

Question No. 13 Marks +1 -0 Time

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Who among the following has the power to summon a joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament?

A. The Speaker of Lok Sabha
B. The Chairman of Rajya Sabha
C. The President of India
D. The Prime Minister

Question No. 14 Marks +1 -0 Time

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Consider the following statements regarding the impeachment of the President of India:
1. The impeachment charges can be initiated by either House of Parliament.
2. The resolution for impeachment must be passed by a majority of not less than two-thirds of the total membership of that House.
3. The President has the right to appear and be represented at such investigation.

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

Question No. 15 Marks +1 -0 Time

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Which of the following constitutional amendments made it obligatory for the President to act on the advice of the Council of Ministers?

A. 42nd Amendment Act, 1976
B. 44th Amendment Act, 1978
C. 52nd Amendment Act, 1985
D. 61st Amendment Act, 1989

Question No. 16 Marks +1 -0 Time

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The maximum strength of a State Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha) is generally fixed at ________ members, and the minimum strength at ________ members.

A. 500, 60
B. 400, 50
C. 550, 60
D. 500, 50

Question No. 17 Marks +1 -0 Time

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Who among the following presides over the joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament?

A. The President of India
B. The Vice-President of India
C. The Speaker of Lok Sabha
D. The Prime Minister

Question No. 18 Marks +1 -0 Time

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Which of the following statements about the Attorney General of India is false?

A. He is appointed by the President of India.
B. He must be qualified to be appointed a judge of the Supreme Court.
C. He has the right to speak in both Houses of Parliament but cannot vote.
D. He receives a fixed salary determined by the Parliament.

Question No. 19 Marks +1 -0 Time

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A resolution for the creation of a State Legislative Council (Vidhan Parishad) requires a special majority in the:

A. Lok Sabha
B. Rajya Sabha
C. State Legislative Assembly concerned
D. Both Houses of Parliament

Question No. 20 Marks +1 -0 Time

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Consider the following statements regarding the powers of the President of India:
1. The President can refer any question of law or fact of public importance to the Supreme Court for its advisory opinion.
2. The President is bound by the advisory opinion of the Supreme Court.
3. The President appoints the Chief Justice and other judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts.

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

Question No. 21 Marks +1 -0 Time

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The 'Rule of Lapse' in parliamentary financial control refers to:

A. Funds not spent by the end of the financial year automatically lapse and cannot be carried forward.
B. A Bill not passed by both Houses of Parliament within a session lapses.
C. A Minister's term ending if they fail to get elected within six months.
D. A resolution not passed within a specified time period lapses.

Question No. 22 Marks +1 -0 Time

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What is the minimum age prescribed for a person to be eligible for appointment as the Governor of a State?

A. 25 years
B. 30 years
C. 35 years
D. 40 years

Question No. 23 Marks +1 -0 Time

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How many of the following are part of the Union Executive?

1. President
2. Prime Minister
3. Council of Ministers
4. Attorney General
5. Chief Justice of India

A. Only three
B. Only four
C. All five
D. Only two

Question No. 24 Marks +1 -0 Time

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Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers the President to make regulations for certain Union Territories?

A. Article 239
B. Article 240
C. Article 241
D. Article 242

Question No. 25 Marks +1 -0 Time

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Consider the following statements about the Chief Minister of a State:
1. The Chief Minister is appointed by the Governor.
2. The Chief Minister holds office during the pleasure of the Governor.
3. The Chief Minister is the principal channel of communication between the Governor and the Council of Ministers.

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

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