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Legislative Assemblies and the Estimates Committee

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What is the main function of the Estimates Committee?

  1. To examine the estimates of expenditure of the Government of India.

  2. To examine the accounts of the Government of India.

  3. To examine the performance of the Government of India.

  4. To examine the policies of the Government of India.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main function of the Estimates Committee is to examine the estimates of expenditure of the Government of India and to report thereon to the Lok Sabha.

How many members are there in the Estimates Committee?

  1. 15

  2. 20

  3. 25

  4. 30


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Estimates Committee consists of 30 members, of whom 20 are elected by the Lok Sabha and 10 by the Rajya Sabha.

Who is the Chairperson of the Estimates Committee?

  1. The Speaker of the Lok Sabha

  2. The Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha

  3. The Chairman of the Rajya Sabha

  4. The Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Speaker of the Lok Sabha is the Chairperson of the Estimates Committee.

What is the term of office of the Estimates Committee?

  1. One year

  2. Two years

  3. Three years

  4. Four years


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The term of office of the Estimates Committee is one year.

What are the main reports submitted by the Estimates Committee?

  1. Action Taken Reports

  2. Performance Audit Reports

  3. Financial Audit Reports

  4. Compliance Audit Reports


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main reports submitted by the Estimates Committee are Action Taken Reports, which examine the action taken by the Government on the recommendations of the Committee.

What is the role of the Estimates Committee in the legislative process?

  1. It can initiate legislation.

  2. It can amend legislation.

  3. It can veto legislation.

  4. It can recommend legislation.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Estimates Committee can recommend legislation to the Government of India.

What is the role of the Estimates Committee in the budgetary process?

  1. It can approve the budget.

  2. It can reject the budget.

  3. It can amend the budget.

  4. It can recommend changes to the budget.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Estimates Committee can recommend changes to the budget to the Government of India.

What is the role of the Estimates Committee in the oversight of the executive?

  1. It can summon ministers.

  2. It can question ministers.

  3. It can censure ministers.

  4. It can impeach ministers.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Estimates Committee can summon ministers to appear before it and answer questions.

What is the role of the Estimates Committee in the promotion of accountability?

  1. It can hold public hearings.

  2. It can receive petitions from the public.

  3. It can investigate complaints from the public.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Estimates Committee can hold public hearings, receive petitions from the public, and investigate complaints from the public.

What is the role of the Estimates Committee in the strengthening of democracy?

  1. It promotes transparency.

  2. It promotes accountability.

  3. It promotes participation.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Estimates Committee promotes transparency, accountability, and participation, thereby strengthening democracy.

What are some of the challenges faced by the Estimates Committee?

  1. Lack of resources

  2. Lack of expertise

  3. Political interference

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Estimates Committee faces challenges such as lack of resources, lack of expertise, and political interference.

What are some of the reforms that have been proposed to strengthen the Estimates Committee?

  1. Increasing the number of members

  2. Providing more resources

  3. Giving the Committee more powers

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Some of the reforms that have been proposed to strengthen the Estimates Committee include increasing the number of members, providing more resources, and giving the Committee more powers.

What is the significance of the Estimates Committee in the Indian parliamentary system?

  1. It is a key instrument of financial oversight.

  2. It is a forum for public accountability.

  3. It is a means of promoting transparency.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Estimates Committee is a key instrument of financial oversight, a forum for public accountability, and a means of promoting transparency.

What are some of the recent initiatives taken by the Estimates Committee to enhance its effectiveness?

  1. Adopting a more proactive approach

  2. Focusing on specific areas of concern

  3. Seeking greater cooperation from the Government

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Estimates Committee has taken initiatives such as adopting a more proactive approach, focusing on specific areas of concern, and seeking greater cooperation from the Government to enhance its effectiveness.

How can the Estimates Committee be made more effective in the future?

  1. By giving it more powers

  2. By providing it with more resources

  3. By ensuring greater cooperation from the Government

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Estimates Committee can be made more effective in the future by giving it more powers, providing it with more resources, and ensuring greater cooperation from the Government.

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