Quiz on the Role of The Druk Gyalpo in Parliament

Who has equal legislative and review powers as the National Assembly and the National Council in the Parliament of Bhutan?

• Speaker of the National Assembly

• Chief Justice of Bhutan

• Prime Minister

• The Druk Gyalpo

What is a bill in the context of Parliament?

• A traditional dance performed in Bhutan

• A speech given by The Druk Gyalpo

• A draft of a proposed new law or a proposal to change an existing law

• A type of currency used in Bhutan

How is a bill passed in the Parliament of Bhutan?

• By the Prime Minister's approval

• By the Chief Justice's signature

• By a simple majority in either House or by not less than two-thirds of the members present in a joint sitting

• By the National Council's decision

Who appoints five eminent members to the National Council in Bhutan?

• The Prime Minister

• The Speaker of the National Assembly

• The Druk Gyalpo

• The Chief Justice of Bhutan

What happens if a bill is returned to Parliament with amendments or objections by The Druk Gyalpo?

• It is sent to the United Nations for approval

• It is re-deliberated by the two Houses of Parliament

• It becomes a law without any changes

• It is discarded and cannot be reintroduced

Where must Money Bills and Financial Bills originate in the Parliament of Bhutan?

• National Assembly

• National Council

• Both Houses simultaneously

• The Royal Palace

What is the role of The Druk Gyalpo in relation to bills passed by Parliament?

• He has no role in the process

• He can suggest changes but cannot reject a bill

• He must give assent for a bill to become a law

• He can veto any bill without explanation

How does an ordinary bill become a law in Bhutan?

• By the assent of The Druk Gyalpo

• By the Prime Minister's signature

• By a simple majority in the National Assembly

• By approval from the United Nations

What is the purpose of appointing five eminent members to the National Council by The Druk Gyalpo?

• To represent political parties in Parliament

• To organize cultural events in Bhutan

• To bring neutrality and wisdom to Parliament

• To oversee the financial matters of the country