Quiz on the Indian Parliament

How many times does both Houses of the Parliament meet in a year?

• Three times

• Two times

• Five times

• Four times

Who holds the office of the Chairman of Rajyasabha?

• The Vice President of India

• The President of India

• The Prime Minister

• The Speaker of Loksabha

Who was the first Chairman of the Rajyasabha?

• Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan

• Mahatma Gandhi

• Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

• Jawaharlal Nehru

What is the main function of the Speaker of Loksabha?

• To propose new laws

• To conduct elections

• To represent the President

• To maintain discipline and order

What is a 'Casting Vote'?

• A vote that is anonymous

• A vote given by the Speaker in case of a tie

• A vote that is counted twice

• A vote that is not counted

What happens if a member of Loksabha is absent for 60 days?

• They are suspended

• Their seat is declared vacant

• They are fined

• They are given a warning

What is required for a Bill to become an Act?

• Approval from the Chief Justice

• Majority approval from both Houses

• Approval from the President only

• Approval from the Prime Minister

Who can present a Bill in the Parliament?

• Only the Speaker

• Only the President

• Only the Prime Minister

• Any member of the Parliament

What is the first step in the procedure of an Ordinary Bill?

• Second reading

• First reading

• Third reading

• Committee review

What is a Money Bill?

• A Bill related to financial matters

• A Bill that requires a joint sitting

• A Bill that is passed without voting

• A Bill that is presented by the President