1. What is the main function of the Parliament in India?
a) To enforce laws
b) To make, amend, and repeal laws
c) To conduct elections
d) To appoint judges
Answer: b) To make, amend, and repeal laws
Explanation: The primary function of the Parliament is to frame laws, modify existing ones, and repeal outdated laws as per the needs of the country.
2. How many houses does the Indian Parliament have?
a) One
b) Two
c) Three
d) Four
Answer: b) Two
Explanation: The Indian Parliament consists of two houses: Lok Sabha (House of the People) and Rajya Sabha (Council of States).
3. Who has the power to introduce a Money Bill in the Parliament?
a) The President
b) Any Member of Parliament (MP)
c) The Prime Minister
d) A Minister in Lok Sabha
Answer: d) A Minister in Lok Sabha
Explanation: According to Article 110 of the Constitution, a Money Bill can only be introduced in Lok Sabha by a Minister, usually the Finance Minister.
4. Who is the presiding officer of the Lok Sabha?
a) The Prime Minister
b) The Vice President
c) The Speaker
d) The Chief Justice of India
Answer: c) The Speaker
Explanation: The Speaker of Lok Sabha is responsible for conducting parliamentary sessions, maintaining order, and ensuring smooth legislative discussions.
5. What is the maximum tenure of the Lok Sabha?
a) 3 years
b) 4 years
c) 5 years
d) 6 years
Answer: c) 5 years
Explanation: The normal tenure of Lok Sabha is 5 years unless dissolved earlier.
6. How is a law passed in the Indian Parliament?
a) It is introduced and approved only by the Lok Sabha
b) It is passed by both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha and approved by the President
c) The Prime Minister decides and it becomes a law
d) The Supreme Court decides the laws
Answer: b) It is passed by both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha and approved by the President
Explanation: A Bill is first introduced in either Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha. After approval from both houses, it is sent to the President for assent before becoming a law.
7. What is the role of the Rajya Sabha in the law-making process?
a) It can reject any Bill permanently
b) It reviews and suggests changes to Bills passed by the Lok Sabha
c) It directly makes laws without Lok Sabha’s involvement
d) It only approves Money Bills
Answer: b) It reviews and suggests changes to Bills passed by the Lok Sabha
Explanation: Rajya Sabha plays a crucial role in reviewing, debating, and suggesting changes to Bills before they become laws. However, it cannot reject a Money Bill.
8. What happens if the Rajya Sabha does not approve a Bill passed by the Lok Sabha?
a) The Bill is automatically rejected
b) A joint sitting of both houses is called
c) The Bill is sent to the Supreme Court for decision
d) The President decides on the Bill
Answer: b) A joint sitting of both houses is called
Explanation: If there is a deadlock between Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, the President can summon a joint sitting of both houses to resolve the issue.
9. What is an Ordinance?
a) A temporary law made by the President when Parliament is not in session
b) A law passed by the Supreme Court
c) A rule issued by the Prime Minister
d) A law passed by State Governments
Answer: a) A temporary law made by the President when Parliament is not in session
Explanation: The President can issue an Ordinance under Article 123 when Parliament is not in session. However, it must be approved within 6 weeks after Parliament reconvenes.
10. What is the role of the President in the law-making process?
a) The President makes laws directly
b) The President reviews and signs Bills into law
c) The President can pass laws without Parliament’s approval
d) The President can reject a Bill permanently
Answer: b) The President reviews and signs Bills into law
Explanation: After a Bill is passed by both Houses, it is sent to the President for assent. The President can approve, return for reconsideration, or withhold assent in certain cases.
