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Understanding Parliament

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the primary function of Parliament?

a)

To make and pass laws.

b)

To oversee the judiciary system.

c)

To regulate international trade agreements.

d)

To manage the country's military operations.

2.

How many houses are there in the Parliament of India?

a)

4

b)

2

c)

3

d)

1

3.

What is the role of the Lok Sabha?

a)

To oversee the military operations

b)

The Lok Sabha's role is to legislate, represent the electorate, and oversee the government.

c)

To conduct foreign affairs

d)

To manage the judiciary system

4.

Who is the head of the Rajya Sabha?

a)

President of India

b)

Vice President of India

c)

Prime Minister of India

d)

Speaker of the Lok Sabha

5.

What is a bill in the context of Parliament?

a)

A bill is a type of tax imposed by the government.

b)

A bill is a proposal for new legislation in Parliament.

c)

A bill is a formal request for funding from Parliament.

d)

A bill is a document that outlines parliamentary procedures.

6.

What is the difference between a Lok Sabha member and a Rajya Sabha member?

a)

Lok Sabha members serve for six years, while Rajya Sabha members serve for five years.

b)

Rajya Sabha members are directly elected by the public, while Lok Sabha members are appointed by the Prime Minister.

c)

Lok Sabha members represent states, while Rajya Sabha members represent the central government.

d)

Lok Sabha members are directly elected representatives, while Rajya Sabha members are elected by state assemblies and appointed by the President.

7.

How often are general elections held for the Lok Sabha?

a)

Every six years

b)

Every four years

c)

Every two years

d)

Every five years

8.

What is the significance of the President in the Parliament?

a)

The President acts as the Prime Minister's chief advisor in Parliament.

b)

The President has the power to veto all legislation passed by Parliament.

c)

The President serves as the ceremonial head of state and ensures the legislative process adheres to constitutional norms.

d)

The President is responsible for drafting all laws and policies.

9.

What is a quorum in parliamentary terms?

a)

A quorum is the minimum number of members required to be present for a meeting to be valid.

b)

A quorum is the maximum number of members allowed in a meeting.

c)

A quorum is the total number of members in an organization.

d)

A quorum is the number of votes needed to pass a motion.

10.

What is the process for passing a law in Parliament?

a)

The Prime Minister can unilaterally declare a law without Parliament's approval.

b)

Laws are created through public referendums exclusively.

c)

The law is passed by a simple majority vote in the Senate only.

d)

The process for passing a law in Parliament involves proposal, readings, committee examination, and royal assent.