MCQ: Working of the Government
- Who is responsible for the overall functioning of the government at the state level?
A) The President of India
B) The Prime Minister
C) The Chief Minister
D) The Speaker of the Assembly
- What is the role of the Chief Minister in the state government?
A) To head the judiciary system
B) To oversee the execution of laws and policies in the state
C) To manage defense and foreign relations
D) To supervise the functioning of the Parliament
- What is the function of the Legislative Assembly?
A) To make laws and discuss issues concerning the state
B) To conduct exams for government jobs
C) To oversee the functions of private companies
D) To control the national economy
- What is the main role of the opposition in a democracy?
A) To support every decision made by the government
B) To question and hold the government accountable for its actions
C) To form the judiciary
D) To manage public sector industries
- Which of the following is NOT a function of the government?
A) Providing healthcare facilities
B) Managing international trade agreements
C) Implementing laws passed by the Assembly
D) Ensuring law and order in the state
- How does the government communicate its actions to the public?
A) Only through political speeches
B) Through newspapers, press conferences, and media coverage
C) By sending personal letters to all citizens
D) By keeping all decisions confidential
- What is the purpose of a press conference held by government officials?
A) To provide information about government decisions and actions
B) To entertain the public with political jokes
C) To discuss entertainment policies
D) To declare holidays and celebrations
- Which of the following institutions ensures that government departments function properly?
A) The judiciary
B) The Legislative Assembly
C) Private companies
D) The Election Commission
- What happens when an MLA becomes a minister?
A) They resign from their role as MLA
B) They take charge of a government department and oversee its functions
C) They become the Chief Minister automatically
D) They stop attending Legislative Assembly meetings
- Why should decisions taken by the Chief Minister and other ministers be debated in the Legislative Assembly?
A) To ensure transparency and accountability in governance
B) To delay the implementation of laws
C) To entertain the public with political discussions
D) To help MLAs practice public speaking
Answers and Explanations
- C) The Chief Minister
The Chief Minister is the head of the state government and oversees its administration.
- B) To oversee the execution of laws and policies in the state
The Chief Minister ensures that government programs are properly implemented.
- A) To make laws and discuss issues concerning the state
The Legislative Assembly is where laws are debated and passed for the state.
- B) To question and hold the government accountable for its actions
The opposition plays a crucial role in monitoring and questioning government actions.
- B) Managing international trade agreements
International trade is a responsibility of the central government, not the state government.
- B) Through newspapers, press conferences, and media coverage
The government informs citizens about policies and actions through the media.
- A) To provide information about government decisions and actions
Press conferences allow officials to explain policies and respond to media questions.
- B) The Legislative Assembly
The Assembly supervises government departments to ensure they function efficiently.
- B) They take charge of a government department and oversee its functions
Ministers are responsible for managing specific government departments.
- A) To ensure transparency and accountability in governance
Debates in the Assembly help maintain government accountability and transparency.