Parliamentary Debates

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What is the primary function of parliamentary debates?

  1. To pass laws

  2. To hold the government accountable

  3. To provide a platform for public discussion

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Parliamentary debates serve multiple purposes, including passing laws, holding the government accountable, and providing a platform for public discussion on important issues.

Which house of the Indian Parliament is primarily responsible for initiating and passing legislation?

  1. Lok Sabha

  2. Rajya Sabha

  3. President of India

  4. Supreme Court of India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Lok Sabha, also known as the House of the People, is the lower house of the Indian Parliament and has the primary responsibility for initiating and passing legislation.

What is the term used to refer to the formal exchange of arguments and opinions between members of parliament during a debate?

  1. Interpellation

  2. Question Hour

  3. Zero Hour

  4. Parliamentary Privilege


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Interpellation is the term used to describe the formal exchange of arguments and opinions between members of parliament during a debate.

Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers members of parliament to ask questions to the government?

  1. Article 21

  2. Article 32

  3. Article 80

  4. Article 105


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Article 105 of the Indian Constitution empowers members of parliament to ask questions to the government.

What is the maximum time allotted to each member of parliament for speaking during a debate?

  1. 15 minutes

  2. 30 minutes

  3. 45 minutes

  4. 1 hour


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The maximum time allotted to each member of parliament for speaking during a debate is 15 minutes.

Which parliamentary committee is responsible for scrutinizing the financial implications of bills before they are passed?

  1. Estimates Committee

  2. Public Accounts Committee

  3. Committee on Public Undertakings

  4. Finance Committee


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Finance Committee is responsible for scrutinizing the financial implications of bills before they are passed.

What is the term used to refer to the process of discussing and amending a bill clause by clause in the Indian Parliament?

  1. Committee Stage

  2. Report Stage

  3. Third Reading

  4. Assent of the President


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Committee Stage is the term used to refer to the process of discussing and amending a bill clause by clause in the Indian Parliament.

Which parliamentary procedure allows members of parliament to raise matters of urgent public importance without prior notice?

  1. Adjournment Motion

  2. No-Confidence Motion

  3. Call Attention Motion

  4. Question Hour


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Call Attention Motion is the parliamentary procedure that allows members of parliament to raise matters of urgent public importance without prior notice.

What is the term used to refer to the final stage of a bill's passage in the Indian Parliament, where it is voted upon for its final approval?

  1. First Reading

  2. Second Reading

  3. Third Reading

  4. Presidential Assent


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Third Reading is the term used to refer to the final stage of a bill's passage in the Indian Parliament, where it is voted upon for its final approval.

Which parliamentary procedure allows members of parliament to express their disapproval of the government's policies or actions?

  1. Adjournment Motion

  2. No-Confidence Motion

  3. Call Attention Motion

  4. Question Hour


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

No-Confidence Motion is the parliamentary procedure that allows members of parliament to express their disapproval of the government's policies or actions.

What is the term used to refer to the process of passing a bill in the Indian Parliament without a formal vote?

  1. Voice Vote

  2. Division Vote

  3. Secret Ballot

  4. Presidential Assent


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Voice Vote is the term used to refer to the process of passing a bill in the Indian Parliament without a formal vote.

Which parliamentary committee is responsible for examining the working of government departments and suggesting improvements?

  1. Estimates Committee

  2. Public Accounts Committee

  3. Committee on Public Undertakings

  4. Finance Committee


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Estimates Committee is the parliamentary committee responsible for examining the working of government departments and suggesting improvements.

What is the term used to refer to the process of introducing a bill in the Indian Parliament?

  1. First Reading

  2. Second Reading

  3. Third Reading

  4. Presidential Assent


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

First Reading is the term used to refer to the process of introducing a bill in the Indian Parliament.

Which parliamentary procedure allows members of parliament to seek information from the government on specific issues?

  1. Adjournment Motion

  2. No-Confidence Motion

  3. Call Attention Motion

  4. Question Hour


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Question Hour is the parliamentary procedure that allows members of parliament to seek information from the government on specific issues.

What is the term used to refer to the formal approval of a bill by the President of India?

  1. First Reading

  2. Second Reading

  3. Third Reading

  4. Presidential Assent


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Presidential Assent is the term used to refer to the formal approval of a bill by the President of India.

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