Sessions of Legislative Assembly

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What is the maximum duration of a session of the Legislative Assembly?

  1. 6 months

  2. 1 year

  3. 2 years

  4. 3 years


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The maximum duration of a session of the Legislative Assembly is 6 months, as per the Constitution of India.

Who presides over the sessions of the Legislative Assembly?

  1. The Governor

  2. The Chief Minister

  3. The Speaker

  4. The Deputy Speaker


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Speaker of the Legislative Assembly presides over the sessions of the Assembly.

What is the quorum for a session of the Legislative Assembly?

  1. One-third of the total membership

  2. Half of the total membership

  3. Two-thirds of the total membership

  4. Three-fourths of the total membership


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The quorum for a session of the Legislative Assembly is one-third of the total membership of the Assembly.

What is the procedure for the introduction of a bill in the Legislative Assembly?

  1. The bill is introduced by the Chief Minister

  2. The bill is introduced by a minister

  3. The bill is introduced by a member of the Assembly

  4. The bill is introduced by the Governor


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A bill can be introduced in the Legislative Assembly by a member of the Assembly.

What is the procedure for the passage of a bill in the Legislative Assembly?

  1. The bill is passed by a simple majority

  2. The bill is passed by a two-thirds majority

  3. The bill is passed by a three-fourths majority

  4. The bill is passed by a unanimous vote


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A bill is passed in the Legislative Assembly by a simple majority of the members present and voting.

What is the role of the Governor in the legislative process?

  1. The Governor can veto a bill passed by the Legislative Assembly

  2. The Governor can dissolve the Legislative Assembly

  3. The Governor can prorogue the Legislative Assembly

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Governor has the power to veto a bill passed by the Legislative Assembly, dissolve the Assembly, and prorogue the Assembly.

What is the difference between a session and a sitting of the Legislative Assembly?

  1. A session is a series of sittings

  2. A sitting is a single meeting of the Assembly

  3. A session is a period of time during which the Assembly is in session

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A session is a series of sittings, a sitting is a single meeting of the Assembly, and a session is a period of time during which the Assembly is in session.

What is the budget session of the Legislative Assembly?

  1. The session in which the annual budget is presented

  2. The session in which the annual accounts are presented

  3. The session in which the annual report of the Comptroller and Auditor General is presented

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The budget session of the Legislative Assembly is the session in which the annual budget is presented.

What is the monsoon session of the Legislative Assembly?

  1. The session held during the monsoon season

  2. The session held after the monsoon season

  3. The session held before the monsoon season

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The monsoon session of the Legislative Assembly is the session held during the monsoon season.

What is the winter session of the Legislative Assembly?

  1. The session held during the winter season

  2. The session held after the winter season

  3. The session held before the winter season

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The winter session of the Legislative Assembly is the session held during the winter season.

What is the difference between an ordinary session and a special session of the Legislative Assembly?

  1. An ordinary session is held at a regular time

  2. A special session is held at a special time

  3. An ordinary session is held for a specific purpose

  4. A special session is held for a general purpose


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

An ordinary session of the Legislative Assembly is held at a regular time, while a special session is held at a special time.

What is the procedure for the adjournment of a session of the Legislative Assembly?

  1. The session is adjourned by the Speaker

  2. The session is adjourned by the Chief Minister

  3. The session is adjourned by the Governor

  4. The session is adjourned by a resolution of the Assembly


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A session of the Legislative Assembly is adjourned by the Speaker.

What is the procedure for the prorogation of a session of the Legislative Assembly?

  1. The session is prorogued by the Speaker

  2. The session is prorogued by the Chief Minister

  3. The session is prorogued by the Governor

  4. The session is prorogued by a resolution of the Assembly


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A session of the Legislative Assembly is prorogued by the Governor.

What is the procedure for the dissolution of a Legislative Assembly?

  1. The Assembly is dissolved by the Speaker

  2. The Assembly is dissolved by the Chief Minister

  3. The Assembly is dissolved by the Governor

  4. The Assembly is dissolved by a resolution of the Assembly


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A Legislative Assembly is dissolved by the Governor.

What is the maximum number of sessions that a Legislative Assembly can have in a year?

  1. 1

  2. 2

  3. 3

  4. 4


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A Legislative Assembly can have a maximum of 3 sessions in a year.

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