Parliamentary Sessions

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What is the maximum duration of a Parliament session?

  1. 180 days

  2. 365 days

  3. 270 days

  4. 120 days


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

As per the Constitution of India, the maximum duration of a Parliament session is 180 days in a year.

Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers the President to summon and prorogue Parliament sessions?

  1. Article 85

  2. Article 79

  3. Article 110

  4. Article 103


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 85 of the Indian Constitution empowers the President to summon and prorogue Parliament sessions.

What is the minimum duration of a Parliament session?

  1. 60 days

  2. 30 days

  3. 90 days

  4. 120 days


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

As per the Constitution of India, the minimum duration of a Parliament session is 30 days in a year.

What is the term used for the first session of a newly elected Parliament?

  1. Inaugural Session

  2. Budget Session

  3. Winter Session

  4. Monsoon Session


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first session of a newly elected Parliament is known as the Inaugural Session.

What is the term used for the last session of a Parliament before its dissolution?

  1. Budget Session

  2. Winter Session

  3. Monsoon Session

  4. Terminal Session


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The last session of a Parliament before its dissolution is known as the Terminal Session.

Which session of Parliament is primarily dedicated to the presentation and discussion of the Union Budget?

  1. Budget Session

  2. Winter Session

  3. Monsoon Session

  4. Inaugural Session


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Budget Session of Parliament is primarily dedicated to the presentation and discussion of the Union Budget.

Which session of Parliament is typically held during the winter months?

  1. Budget Session

  2. Winter Session

  3. Monsoon Session

  4. Inaugural Session


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Winter Session of Parliament is typically held during the winter months.

Which session of Parliament is typically held during the monsoon months?

  1. Budget Session

  2. Winter Session

  3. Monsoon Session

  4. Inaugural Session


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Monsoon Session of Parliament is typically held during the monsoon months.

What is the term used for a special session of Parliament convened to address urgent matters?

  1. Special Session

  2. Extraordinary Session

  3. Emergency Session

  4. Adjourned Session


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A special session of Parliament convened to address urgent matters is known as a Special Session.

What is the term used for a session of Parliament that is adjourned before its scheduled end?

  1. Adjourned Session

  2. Prorogued Session

  3. Dissolved Session

  4. Terminated Session


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A session of Parliament that is adjourned before its scheduled end is known as an Adjourned Session.

What is the term used for a session of Parliament that is dissolved before its scheduled end?

  1. Adjourned Session

  2. Prorogued Session

  3. Dissolved Session

  4. Terminated Session


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A session of Parliament that is dissolved before its scheduled end is known as a Dissolved Session.

What is the term used for a session of Parliament that is terminated before its scheduled end?

  1. Adjourned Session

  2. Prorogued Session

  3. Dissolved Session

  4. Terminated Session


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A session of Parliament that is terminated before its scheduled end is known as a Terminated Session.

Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers the President to prorogue Parliament sessions?

  1. Article 86

  2. Article 79

  3. Article 110

  4. Article 103


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 86 of the Indian Constitution empowers the President to prorogue Parliament sessions.

What is the term used for a joint sitting of both houses of Parliament?

  1. Joint Session

  2. Combined Session

  3. Unified Session

  4. Plenary Session


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A joint sitting of both houses of Parliament is known as a Joint Session.

What is the term used for a session of Parliament that is convened to consider a specific issue or bill?

  1. Special Session

  2. Extraordinary Session

  3. Emergency Session

  4. Thematic Session


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A session of Parliament that is convened to consider a specific issue or bill is known as a Thematic Session.

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