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Legislative Assembly and the Governor

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What is the role of the Governor in the Legislative Assembly?

  1. To assent to bills passed by the Assembly.

  2. To dissolve the Assembly.

  3. To appoint the Chief Minister.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Governor has the power to assent to bills passed by the Assembly, to dissolve the Assembly, and to appoint the Chief Minister.

What is the term of office of the Governor?

  1. 5 years.

  2. 6 years.

  3. 7 years.

  4. 8 years.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Governor holds office for a term of five years.

Who is eligible to be appointed as Governor?

  1. Any citizen of India who is at least 35 years of age.

  2. Any citizen of India who is at least 40 years of age.

  3. Any citizen of India who is at least 45 years of age.

  4. Any citizen of India who is at least 50 years of age.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Any citizen of India who is at least 35 years of age and is not a member of either House of Parliament or of a State Legislature is eligible to be appointed as Governor.

What are the powers of the Governor?

  1. To assent to bills passed by the Assembly.

  2. To dissolve the Assembly.

  3. To appoint the Chief Minister.

  4. To promulgate ordinances.


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The Governor has the power to assent to bills passed by the Assembly, to dissolve the Assembly, to appoint the Chief Minister, and to promulgate ordinances.

What is the role of the Legislative Assembly in the state government?

  1. To pass laws.

  2. To approve the budget.

  3. To hold the government accountable.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Legislative Assembly has the power to pass laws, to approve the budget, and to hold the government accountable.

What is the term of office of the Legislative Assembly?

  1. 5 years.

  2. 6 years.

  3. 7 years.

  4. 8 years.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Legislative Assembly holds office for a term of five years.

Who is eligible to be elected to the Legislative Assembly?

  1. Any citizen of India who is at least 25 years of age.

  2. Any citizen of India who is at least 30 years of age.

  3. Any citizen of India who is at least 35 years of age.

  4. Any citizen of India who is at least 40 years of age.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Any citizen of India who is at least 25 years of age and is not a member of either House of Parliament or of a State Legislature is eligible to be elected to the Legislative Assembly.

What are the powers of the Legislative Assembly?

  1. To pass laws.

  2. To approve the budget.

  3. To hold the government accountable.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Legislative Assembly has the power to pass laws, to approve the budget, and to hold the government accountable.

What is the relationship between the Governor and the Legislative Assembly?

  1. The Governor is the head of the Legislative Assembly.

  2. The Legislative Assembly is the head of the Governor.

  3. The Governor and the Legislative Assembly are co-equal.

  4. The Governor and the Legislative Assembly are independent of each other.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Governor and the Legislative Assembly are co-equal branches of the state government.

What happens if the Governor and the Legislative Assembly disagree?

  1. The Governor can dissolve the Legislative Assembly.

  2. The Legislative Assembly can impeach the Governor.

  3. The matter is decided by the Supreme Court.

  4. The matter is decided by the President of India.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

If the Governor and the Legislative Assembly disagree, the matter is decided by the President of India.

What is the role of the Governor in the appointment of the Chief Minister?

  1. The Governor appoints the Chief Minister.

  2. The Legislative Assembly appoints the Chief Minister.

  3. The President of India appoints the Chief Minister.

  4. The Supreme Court appoints the Chief Minister.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Governor appoints the Chief Minister, who is the leader of the majority party in the Legislative Assembly.

What is the role of the Governor in the dissolution of the Legislative Assembly?

  1. The Governor can dissolve the Legislative Assembly.

  2. The Legislative Assembly can dissolve itself.

  3. The President of India can dissolve the Legislative Assembly.

  4. The Supreme Court can dissolve the Legislative Assembly.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Governor can dissolve the Legislative Assembly if it is unable to function effectively.

What is the role of the Governor in the promulgation of ordinances?

  1. The Governor can promulgate ordinances.

  2. The Legislative Assembly can promulgate ordinances.

  3. The President of India can promulgate ordinances.

  4. The Supreme Court can promulgate ordinances.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Governor can promulgate ordinances when the Legislative Assembly is not in session.

What is the role of the Governor in the approval of the budget?

  1. The Governor approves the budget.

  2. The Legislative Assembly approves the budget.

  3. The President of India approves the budget.

  4. The Supreme Court approves the budget.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Legislative Assembly approves the budget, which is then sent to the Governor for his assent.

What is the role of the Governor in the holding of elections?

  1. The Governor conducts elections.

  2. The Legislative Assembly conducts elections.

  3. The Election Commission of India conducts elections.

  4. The Supreme Court conducts elections.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Election Commission of India conducts elections to the Legislative Assembly.

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