| #4076 |
Can the President dissolve Lok Sabha on their own? |
No, only on the advice of the Council of Ministers |
| #4077 |
Can Parliament punish for breach of privilege? |
Yes, for members or outsiders obstructing parliamentary work |
| #4078 |
Can Parliament amend the Constitution? |
Yes, under Article 368 |
| #4079 |
Can a non-member participate in parliamentary proceedings? |
Yes, with permission, but cannot vote |
| #4080 |
Who nominates members to Lok Sabha? |
Two members of Anglo-Indian community (now abolished by 104th Amendment) |
| #4081 |
Who nominates members to Rajya Sabha? |
The President, 12 members distinguished in arts, literature, science, and social service |
| #4082 |
Can Parliament make laws on concurrent list subjects? |
Yes, but state law prevails if there is a conflict unless Parliament decides otherwise |
| #4083 |
Who has the final authority on a money bill? |
Lok Sabha |
| #4084 |
What is the role of Rajya Sabha in money bills? |
Can suggest amendments within 14 days |
| #4085 |
Can money bills originate in Rajya Sabha? |
No, only in Lok Sabha |
| #4086 |
Which article gives Parliament power to legislate on residuary subjects? |
Article 248 |
| #4087 |
Can Parliament make laws on subjects in the State List during national emergency? |
Yes, under Article 249 |
| #4088 |
Can the President dissolve Rajya Sabha? |
No, it is a permanent House |
| #4089 |
Who can call a joint sitting of Parliament? |
The President |
| #4090 |
What is a joint sitting of Parliament? |
Meeting of both Houses to resolve a deadlock on a bill |
| #4091 |
Can the President summon or prorogue Parliament? |
Yes, under Article 85 |
| #4092 |
Is Rajya Sabha a permanent body? |
Yes, one-third of members retire every two years |
| #4093 |
What is the term of office for Rajya Sabha members? |
Six years |
| #4094 |
Can the Lok Sabha be dissolved before completion of term? |
Yes, by the President on the advice of the Council of Ministers |
| #4095 |
What is the term of office for Lok Sabha members? |
Five years |
| #4096 |
What is the maximum strength of Rajya Sabha? |
250 members (238 elected, 12 nominated by the President) |
| #4097 |
What is the maximum strength of Lok Sabha? |
552 members (530 from states, 20 from Union Territories, 2 nominated by the President) |
| #4098 |
How are members of Rajya Sabha elected? |
Indirectly by the elected members of State Legislative Assemblies |
| #4099 |
How are members of Lok Sabha elected? |
Directly by the people through general elections |
| #4100 |
Who is the presiding officer of Rajya Sabha? |
The Vice-President of India |