Indian State Governance Concepts

The video tutorial explains the structure and functions of the state government in India. It covers the roles of the governor, who is the constitutional head appointed by the president, and the chief minister, who is the real head of the state. The chief minister advises the governor on the selection of the council of ministers. The video also discusses the legislative structure, highlighting the difference between unicameral and bicameral legislatures, with examples of states having each type. Finally, it recaps the key points covered in the module.

What is the primary role of the state executive in India?

• To execute laws made by the state legislature

• To appoint the Governor

• To manage the state's finances

• To create laws for the state

Who appoints the Governor of an Indian state?

• The State Legislature

• The Prime Minister

• The Chief Minister

• The President

What is the minimum age requirement to be eligible for the post of a Governor in India?

• 25 years

• 30 years

• 35 years

• 40 years

Who is considered the real head of a state in India?

• The Speaker of the Assembly

• The President

• The Chief Minister

• The Governor

What is the role of the Chief Minister in relation to the Council of Ministers?

• To pass bills in the state legislature

• To advise the Governor on the selection of the Council

• To appoint the Governor

• To manage the state's finances

Which of the following states has a bicameral legislature?

• Punjab

• Maharashtra

• Gujarat

• Rajasthan

What is a unicameral legislature?

• A legislature with two houses

• A legislature with only one house

• A legislature with three houses

• A legislature with no houses

Which house corresponds to the Lok Sabha in the state legislature?

• Legislative Assembly

• State Senate

• Legislative Council

• Rajya Sabha

What is the purpose of the recap section in the module?

• To test the students' knowledge

• To provide detailed explanations

• To summarize the key points covered

• To introduce new concepts