Parliamentary Terms — Set 5
Indian Polity · संसदीय शब्दावली · Questions 41–50 of 60
Under which Article is the 'Joint Sitting' of both Houses of Parliament convened?
Correct Answer: C. Article 108
Article 108 provides for a Joint Sitting. It is used to resolve deadlocks between the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. It applies to ordinary bills, not money bills.
Who presides over a Joint Sitting of the Parliament?
Correct Answer: D. Speaker of Lok Sabha
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha presides. In his absence, the Deputy Speaker presides. The Chairman of Rajya Sabha (Vice-President) never presides over a joint sitting.
How many members are required to support a No-Confidence Motion for it to be admitted?
Correct Answer: D. 50 members
Support of 50 members is required. This ensures the motion is serious. Once admitted, the Speaker allots a date for discussion.
The maximum gap between two sessions of Parliament cannot be more than?
Correct Answer: A. 6 months
The maximum gap is 6 months. This implies Parliament must meet at least twice a year. In practice, India has three sessions annually.
Which authority certifies whether a bill is a Money Bill or not?
Correct Answer: B. Speaker of Lok Sabha
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha certifies Money Bills. His decision is final and cannot be challenged in court. This certificate is required for transmission to the Rajya Sabha.
A 'Money Bill' can be introduced only in?
Correct Answer: D. Lok Sabha
Money Bills can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha. They require the President's prior recommendation. The Rajya Sabha has limited powers regarding Money Bills.
The Annual Financial Statement (Budget) is dealt with under which Article?
Correct Answer: B. Article 112
Article 112 deals with the Annual Financial Statement. It is a statement of estimated receipts and expenditure. The word 'Budget' is not used in the Constitution.
Lists of Starred Questions are printed in which colour?
Correct Answer: C. Green
Starred Questions lists are printed in green. Unstarred questions are printed in white. Short notice questions are printed in light pink.
What is the minimum age to be a member of the Lok Sabha?
Correct Answer: D. 25 years
The minimum age for Lok Sabha is 25 years. For Rajya Sabha, it is 30 years. This is specified in Article 84 of the Constitution.
Which committee is the largest standing committee of the Parliament?
Correct Answer: B. Estimates Committee
The Estimates Committee is the largest. It has 30 members, all from the Lok Sabha. It suggests economies in public expenditure.