Parliament — Set 4
Indian Polity · संसद · Questions 31–40 of 120
Which motion is moved by a member to express disapproval of the policy underlying a demand for grant?
Correct Answer: B. Policy Cut Motion
A Policy Cut Motion is moved to express disapproval of the policy underlying a demand. The amount of the demand is sought to be reduced to Re 1. It signifies the highest form of protest against a policy.
What happens when the 'Guillotine' is applied in Parliament?
Correct Answer: B. Undiscussed demands for grants are put to vote
Guillotine is applied when the time allocated for budget discussion is over. All the outstanding demands for grants, whether discussed or not, are put to vote at once. This ensures the timely passage of the budget.
Which Article of the Constitution defines a 'Money Bill'?
Correct Answer: D. Article 110
Article 110 of the Constitution defines a Money Bill. It deals with provisions like taxation, borrowing of money, and the Consolidated Fund. The Speaker's decision on whether a bill is a Money Bill is final.
Who certifies a bill as a Money Bill?
Correct Answer: B. Speaker of Lok Sabha
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha certifies whether a bill is a Money Bill or not. His decision in this regard is final and cannot be questioned in any court. This certification is required for the bill to be transmitted to the Rajya Sabha.
What is the maximum period for which the Rajya Sabha can detain a Money Bill?
Correct Answer: B. 14 days
The Rajya Sabha can detain a Money Bill for a maximum period of 14 days. It cannot reject or amend the bill, only make recommendations. If not returned within 14 days, it is deemed passed.
The 'Annual Financial Statement' is mentioned in which Article of the Constitution?
Correct Answer: A. Article 112
The 'Annual Financial Statement', popularly known as the Budget, is mentioned in Article 112. It contains the estimated receipts and expenditure of the Government of India for a financial year. It must be laid before both Houses of Parliament.
The 'Consolidated Fund of India' is dealt with in which Article?
Correct Answer: A. Article 266
The Consolidated Fund of India is constituted under Article 266. All revenues received by the government and all loans raised flow into this fund. No money can be withdrawn from it without parliamentary authorization.
The 'Contingency Fund of India' is placed at the disposal of whom?
Correct Answer: D. President
The Contingency Fund of India (Article 267) is placed at the disposal of the President. It is used to meet unforeseen expenditure pending authorization by Parliament. It is held by the Finance Secretary on behalf of the President.
Which parliamentary committee is described as the 'twin sister' of the Estimates Committee?
Correct Answer: B. Public Accounts Committee
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is described as the 'twin sister' of the Estimates Committee. Both are financial committees that exercise control over government expenditure. The PAC examines the audit reports of the CAG.
How many members are there in the Estimates Committee?
Correct Answer: B. 30
The Estimates Committee has 30 members. All its members are from the Lok Sabha only; Rajya Sabha has no representation. It is the largest parliamentary committee.