Insights Revision Plan for Prelims 2016: Test – 18
23 June 2016
Questions Based on Day – 21 Syllabus
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Question 1 of 15
1. Question
2 pointsThe Fourth Schedule in the Constitution of India deals with
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Solution: b)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
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Solution: b)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
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Question 2 of 15
2. Question
2 pointsWhich of the following arguments is/are put forward to abolish Rajya Sabha?
- Lok Sabha adequately represents all states and sections through regional parties, hence no need of another House
- Rajya Sabha has become a haven for losers in elections, crony capitalists and similar others
- Role of Rajya Sabha in delaying passing of bills meant to bring reforms
- Rajya Sabha is acting as roadblock in government’s efforts to spend more money on important projects
Select the correct answer using codes below:
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Solution: b)
Fourth argument is invalid as Rajya Sabha has little say in government spending (money bills).
Other three reasons are mentioned in following articles.
http://www.livemint.com/Opinion/ZhlriTSTMkik4PP5p6xSWI/Is-the-Rajya-Sabha-essential.html
http://www.huffingtonpost.in/k-s-venkatachalam/has-rajya-sabha-served-th_b_8809174.html
http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-opinion/revisiting-the-rajya-sabhas-role/article8757501.ece
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Solution: b)
Fourth argument is invalid as Rajya Sabha has little say in government spending (money bills).
Other three reasons are mentioned in following articles.
http://www.livemint.com/Opinion/ZhlriTSTMkik4PP5p6xSWI/Is-the-Rajya-Sabha-essential.html
http://www.huffingtonpost.in/k-s-venkatachalam/has-rajya-sabha-served-th_b_8809174.html
http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-opinion/revisiting-the-rajya-sabhas-role/article8757501.ece
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Question 3 of 15
3. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements:
- American Senate (Upper House) has no nominated members
- Tamil Nadu sends second highest number of members to Rajya Sabha next to Uttar Pradesh
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: a)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
Maharashtra sends 19 members
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rajya_Sabha_members_from_Maharashtra
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Solution: a)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
Maharashtra sends 19 members
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rajya_Sabha_members_from_Maharashtra
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Question 4 of 15
4. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements:
- The Constitution ensures that there is uniformity of representation in Lok Sabha between the different constituencies in the same state
- The present Constituencies are carved out on the basis of 2011 census
- India will not have delimitation of constituencies till the first census after 2026
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: a)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
Under Article 82 of the Constitution, the Parliament by law enacts a Delimitation Act after every census. After coming into force commencement of the Act, the Central Government constitutes a Delimitation Commission. This Delimitation Commission demarcates the boundaries of the Parliamentary Constituencies as per provisions of the Delimitation Act. The present delimitation of constituencies has been done on the basis of 2001 census figures under the provisions of Delimitation Act, 2002. Notwithstanding the above, the Constitution of India was specifically amended in 2002 not to have delimitation of constituencies till the first census after 2026. Thus, the present Constituencies carved out on the basis of 2001 census shall continue to be in operation till the first census after 2026.
http://eci.nic.in/eci_main1/delimitation_faq.aspx
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Solution: a)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
Under Article 82 of the Constitution, the Parliament by law enacts a Delimitation Act after every census. After coming into force commencement of the Act, the Central Government constitutes a Delimitation Commission. This Delimitation Commission demarcates the boundaries of the Parliamentary Constituencies as per provisions of the Delimitation Act. The present delimitation of constituencies has been done on the basis of 2001 census figures under the provisions of Delimitation Act, 2002. Notwithstanding the above, the Constitution of India was specifically amended in 2002 not to have delimitation of constituencies till the first census after 2026. Thus, the present Constituencies carved out on the basis of 2001 census shall continue to be in operation till the first census after 2026.
http://eci.nic.in/eci_main1/delimitation_faq.aspx
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Question 5 of 15
5. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements:
- During national emergency, the term of the Lok Sabha can be extended for one year at a time for any length of time by passing a law in parliament
- If the President dissolves Lok Sabha before its completion of term, it can be challenged in the Supreme Court
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: a)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
As long as emergency is there, Lok Sabha can prolong its term by passing an act year after year.
President’s decision of dissolution of Lok Sabha can not be questioned in any court of law.
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Solution: a)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
As long as emergency is there, Lok Sabha can prolong its term by passing an act year after year.
President’s decision of dissolution of Lok Sabha can not be questioned in any court of law.
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Question 6 of 15
6. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements:
- If a member of Parliament (MP) has voluntarily acquired citizenship of a foreign country, he stands disqualified as MP
- If an MP assumes office of president of BCCI, he/she can be disqualified from membership of parliament
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: a)
Statement 1 is correct.
Statement 2 is wrong as there is no such rule to disqualify a member unless he/she is a director/managing agent is a corporation where government’s stake is at least 25%
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
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Solution: a)
Statement 1 is correct.
Statement 2 is wrong as there is no such rule to disqualify a member unless he/she is a director/managing agent is a corporation where government’s stake is at least 25%
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
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Question 7 of 15
7. Question
2 pointsWith reference to the Defection Law, consider the following statements:
- A member of parliament can not be disqualified if he voluntarily gives up membership of the political party on whose ticket he is elected to the house
- If an independently elected member joins a political party, he can be disqualified
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: b)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
A member of parliament CAN BE disqualified if he voluntarily gives up membership of the political party on whose ticket he is elected to the house
Please read this important post:
http://www.prsindia.org/media/articles-by-prs-team/in-parliament-part-1-961/
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Solution: b)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
A member of parliament CAN BE disqualified if he voluntarily gives up membership of the political party on whose ticket he is elected to the house
Please read this important post:
http://www.prsindia.org/media/articles-by-prs-team/in-parliament-part-1-961/
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Question 8 of 15
8. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements:
- In any instance, deputy speaker of Lok Sabha can not preside over the joint sitting of both the Houses of Parliament
- Deputy speaker is subordinate and responsible to the Speaker
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: d)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
Deputy speaker can reside joint sitting in the absence of speaker.
He/she is not subordinate to speaker. he/she is directly responsible to the house.
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Solution: d)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
Deputy speaker can reside joint sitting in the absence of speaker.
He/she is not subordinate to speaker. he/she is directly responsible to the house.
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Question 9 of 15
9. Question
2 pointsWho decides the questions of disqualification of an MP (Lok Sabha) arising on the ground of defection under the provisions of the Tenth Schedule?
Correct
Solution: b)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
Following the 52nd Constitution amendment, the Speaker is vested with the power relating to the disqualification of a member of the Lok Sabha on grounds of defection. However his decision is subject to judicial review.
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Solution: b)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
Following the 52nd Constitution amendment, the Speaker is vested with the power relating to the disqualification of a member of the Lok Sabha on grounds of defection. However his decision is subject to judicial review.
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Question 10 of 15
10. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements:
- Prorogation of a session of the House is done by its presiding officer
- Prorogation of house brings to an end all bills or any other business pending before the house
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: d)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
Prorogation is done by the President. In UK prorogation end all pending bills and business, but not in India.
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Solution: d)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
Prorogation is done by the President. In UK prorogation end all pending bills and business, but not in India.
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Question 11 of 15
11. Question
2 pointsWith reference to Money Bills, consider the following statements:
- If a Bill seeks to abolish tax powers of local bodies, it can be introduced as Money Bill
- A money bill can be introduced only on the recommendation of President
- Recently the Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits and Services) Bill, 2016 was passed as money bill
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: b)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
Statement 1 is wrong as it is mentioned in the Constitution that a Bill shall not be deemed to be a Money Bill by reason only that it provides for the imposition of fines or other pecuniary penalties, or for the demand or payment of fees for licences or fees for services rendered, or by reason that it provides for the imposition, abolition, remission, alteration or regulation of any tax by any local authority or body for local purposes.
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Solution: b)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
Statement 1 is wrong as it is mentioned in the Constitution that a Bill shall not be deemed to be a Money Bill by reason only that it provides for the imposition of fines or other pecuniary penalties, or for the demand or payment of fees for licences or fees for services rendered, or by reason that it provides for the imposition, abolition, remission, alteration or regulation of any tax by any local authority or body for local purposes.
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Question 12 of 15
12. Question
2 pointsWhich of the following Committees of Parliament has most number of members?
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Solution: b)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
http://parliamentofindia.nic.in/ls/intro/p21.htm
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Solution: b)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 22 (Parliament)
http://parliamentofindia.nic.in/ls/intro/p21.htm
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Question 13 of 15
13. Question
2 pointsWith reference to Ethics Committee of Parliament, consider the following statements:
- It was first constituted by Lok Sabha
- This committee examines cases concerning the alleged breach of the Code of Conduct by members as also cases concerning allegations of any other ethical misconduct of members
- Ethics Committee in Lok Sabha is headed by L.K.Advani
Select the correct answer using codes below:
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Question 14 of 15
14. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements:
- The Indian parliament can be regarded as sovereign body
- High courts in India can declare the laws enacted by parliament as void and unconstitutional
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: b)
In UK parliament is regarded as a sovereign body, but not in India owing to many limitations put on it by the constitution.
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Solution: b)
In UK parliament is regarded as a sovereign body, but not in India owing to many limitations put on it by the constitution.
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Question 15 of 15
15. Question
2 pointsWhich of the following is considered as the Guardian of the Constitution in India?
Correct
Solution: c)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 23 (Supreme Court)
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Solution: c)
Indian Polity by Laxmikanth, Chapter 23 (Supreme Court)
