Parliamentary Terms — Set 3
Indian Polity · संसदीय शब्दावली · Questions 21–30 of 60
Which Cut Motion states 'that the amount of the demand be reduced to Re 1'?
Correct Answer: A. Policy Cut Motion
This is the Policy Cut Motion. It represents disapproval of the policy underlying the demand. The member acts to reject the policy entirely.
Which Cut Motion states 'that the amount of the demand be reduced by a specified amount'?
Correct Answer: D. Economy Cut Motion
This is the Economy Cut Motion. It suggests that the expenditure can be reduced. It reflects a desire for economy in government spending.
Which Cut Motion reduces the demand by Rs 100 to voice a specific grievance?
Correct Answer: B. Token Cut Motion
This is the Token Cut Motion. It is used to ventilate a specific grievance within the government's responsibility. The reduction amount is symbolic.
Which grant is like a blank cheque given to the Executive for indefinite purposes?
Correct Answer: D. Vote of Credit
A Vote of Credit is granted for meeting an unexpected demand. It is like a blank cheque because details are not given. It is usually for indefinite characters like war resources.
What allows the government to withdraw funds for a part of the year pending the passage of the Appropriation Bill?
Correct Answer: D. Vote on Account
Vote on Account authorizes withdrawal of funds for a short period (usually 2 months). It keeps the administration running until the full budget is passed. It is passed after the general discussion.
Which grant is made when the amount spent on a service exceeds the amount granted for that service?
Correct Answer: C. Excess Grant
An Excess Grant is voted on after the financial year ends. It covers money spent in excess of the budget. It must be approved by the Public Accounts Committee first.
Which question requires an oral answer on the floor of the House?
Correct Answer: A. Starred Question
A Starred Question requires an oral answer. It is distinguished by an asterisk. Supplementary questions can follow the minister's reply.
A Short Notice Question relates to a matter of urgent public importance and can be asked with notice shorter than?
Correct Answer: D. 10 days
It requires a notice of fewer than 10 days. It is answered orally. The Speaker decides if the matter is urgent enough.
Which type of question receives a written answer and allows no supplementary questions?
Correct Answer: C. Unstarred Question
An Unstarred Question receives a written answer. It is not answered orally in the House. Since there is no oral reply, no supplementary questions can be asked.
Which procedural device in the Rajya Sabha is equivalent to 'Rule 377' in the Lok Sabha?
Correct Answer: D. Special Mention
Special Mention is the Rajya Sabha equivalent. It allows members to raise matters of public importance not covered by other rules. Rule 377 serves this function in Lok Sabha.