Types of Parliamentary Proceedings

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What is the name of the formal procedure by which a bill is introduced in Parliament?

  1. First Reading

  2. Second Reading

  3. Third Reading

  4. Committee Stage


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The First Reading is the formal procedure by which a bill is introduced in Parliament. It involves the presentation of the bill to the House, the reading of its title, and the motion for its introduction.

Which stage of the legislative process involves the detailed examination of a bill by a committee?

  1. First Reading

  2. Second Reading

  3. Third Reading

  4. Committee Stage


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Committee Stage is the stage of the legislative process in which a bill is examined in detail by a committee. The committee may make amendments to the bill, and it may also recommend that the bill be passed or rejected.

What is the name of the final stage of the legislative process, in which a bill is voted on by the entire House?

  1. First Reading

  2. Second Reading

  3. Third Reading

  4. Committee Stage


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Third Reading is the final stage of the legislative process, in which a bill is voted on by the entire House. If the bill is passed by a majority vote, it is sent to the President for his assent.

What is the name of the motion that is used to adjourn a debate in Parliament?

  1. Motion to Adjourn

  2. Motion to Postpone

  3. Motion to Suspend

  4. Motion to Close


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Motion to Adjourn is used to adjourn a debate in Parliament. It is a motion that is moved by a member of Parliament, and it requires a majority vote to be passed.

What is the name of the motion that is used to postpone the consideration of a bill or a motion?

  1. Motion to Adjourn

  2. Motion to Postpone

  3. Motion to Suspend

  4. Motion to Close


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Motion to Postpone is used to postpone the consideration of a bill or a motion. It is a motion that is moved by a member of Parliament, and it requires a majority vote to be passed.

What is the name of the motion that is used to suspend the rules of Parliament?

  1. Motion to Adjourn

  2. Motion to Postpone

  3. Motion to Suspend

  4. Motion to Close


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Motion to Suspend is used to suspend the rules of Parliament. It is a motion that is moved by a member of Parliament, and it requires a two-thirds majority vote to be passed.

What is the name of the motion that is used to close a debate in Parliament?

  1. Motion to Adjourn

  2. Motion to Postpone

  3. Motion to Suspend

  4. Motion to Close


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Motion to Close is used to close a debate in Parliament. It is a motion that is moved by a member of Parliament, and it requires a majority vote to be passed.

What is the name of the procedure by which a bill is referred to a committee for detailed examination?

  1. Motion to Refer

  2. Motion to Commit

  3. Motion to Send

  4. Motion to Forward


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Motion to Commit is the procedure by which a bill is referred to a committee for detailed examination. It is a motion that is moved by a member of Parliament, and it requires a majority vote to be passed.

What is the name of the procedure by which a bill is sent to a joint committee of both Houses of Parliament?

  1. Motion to Refer

  2. Motion to Commit

  3. Motion to Send

  4. Motion to Forward


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Motion to Send is the procedure by which a bill is sent to a joint committee of both Houses of Parliament. It is a motion that is moved by a member of Parliament, and it requires a majority vote to be passed.

What is the name of the procedure by which a bill is forwarded to the President for his assent?

  1. Motion to Refer

  2. Motion to Commit

  3. Motion to Send

  4. Motion to Forward


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Motion to Forward is the procedure by which a bill is forwarded to the President for his assent. It is a motion that is moved by a member of Parliament, and it requires a majority vote to be passed.

What is the name of the procedure by which a bill is returned to the House for reconsideration?

  1. Motion to Refer

  2. Motion to Commit

  3. Motion to Send

  4. Motion to Return


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Motion to Return is the procedure by which a bill is returned to the House for reconsideration. It is a motion that is moved by a member of Parliament, and it requires a majority vote to be passed.

What is the name of the procedure by which a bill is withdrawn from Parliament?

  1. Motion to Refer

  2. Motion to Commit

  3. Motion to Send

  4. Motion to Withdraw


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Motion to Withdraw is the procedure by which a bill is withdrawn from Parliament. It is a motion that is moved by a member of Parliament, and it requires a majority vote to be passed.

What is the name of the procedure by which a bill is rejected by Parliament?

  1. Motion to Refer

  2. Motion to Commit

  3. Motion to Send

  4. Motion to Reject


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Motion to Reject is the procedure by which a bill is rejected by Parliament. It is a motion that is moved by a member of Parliament, and it requires a majority vote to be passed.

What is the name of the procedure by which a bill is passed by Parliament?

  1. Motion to Refer

  2. Motion to Commit

  3. Motion to Send

  4. Motion to Pass


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Motion to Pass is the procedure by which a bill is passed by Parliament. It is a motion that is moved by a member of Parliament, and it requires a majority vote to be passed.

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