Parliament — Set 3
Indian Polity · संसद · Questions 21–30 of 120
What does the term 'Adjournment Sine Die' mean?
Correct Answer: C. Termination of a sitting without naming a day for reassembly
Adjournment sine die means terminating a sitting of Parliament for an indefinite period. It occurs when the House is adjourned without naming a day for reassembly. Usually, the presiding officer declares this at the end of a session.
Who has the power to prorogue the Parliament?
Correct Answer: C. President of India
The President of India has the power to prorogue the Parliament. Prorogation terminates a session of the House. It is done after the presiding officer declares the House adjourned sine die.
Which of the following bills lapses on the dissolution of the Lok Sabha?
Correct Answer: B. A bill pending in Lok Sabha
A bill pending in the Lok Sabha lapses on its dissolution. This applies whether the bill originated in the Lok Sabha or was transmitted to it by the Rajya Sabha. Bills pending in Rajya Sabha but not passed by Lok Sabha do not lapse.
What is the minimum number of members required to be present to constitute a meeting of either House (Quorum)?
Correct Answer: D. One-tenth of total members
The quorum to constitute a meeting of either House of Parliament is one-tenth of the total number of members. This includes the presiding officer. If the quorum is not present, the meeting is adjourned or suspended.
Which Indian parliamentary innovation involves members raising matters without prior notice?
Correct Answer: C. Zero Hour
Zero Hour is an Indian parliamentary innovation where members can raise matters without prior notice. It starts immediately after the Question Hour. It is not mentioned in the Rules of Procedure.
A 'Starred Question' in Parliament requires what kind of answer?
Correct Answer: D. Oral answer
A Starred Question requires an oral answer on the floor of the House. Supplementary questions can follow such an answer. These questions are distinguished by an asterisk.
What is the color of the ballot paper used for 'Unstarred Questions'?
Correct Answer: C. White
Unstarred questions lists are printed on white paper. A written answer is provided for these questions, and no supplementary questions can be asked. Starred questions are printed on green paper.
A 'Short Notice Question' relates to a matter of urgent public importance and can be asked with a notice shorter than?
Correct Answer: A. 10 days
A Short Notice Question can be asked with a notice shorter than 10 days. It must relate to a matter of urgent public importance. It is answered orally.
The 'Adjournment Motion' is introduced in the Parliament to?
Correct Answer: D. Draw attention to a definite matter of urgent public importance
An Adjournment Motion is introduced to draw the attention of the House to a definite matter of urgent public importance. It involves an element of censure against the government. It needs the support of 50 members to be admitted.
A 'No-Confidence Motion' can be moved in which House?
Correct Answer: A. Lok Sabha only
A No-Confidence Motion can be moved only in the Lok Sabha. It is moved against the entire Council of Ministers. If passed, the Council of Ministers must resign.