President & VP — Set 2
Indian Polity · राष्ट्रपति और उपराष्ट्रपति · Questions 11–20 of 90
How many times can a person be re-elected as the President of India?
Correct Answer: C. Any number of times
There is no limit on the number of times a person can be re-elected as President. Article 57 allows for re-election to the office. In contrast, the US President is limited to two terms.
Disputes regarding the election of the President are decided by which authority?
Correct Answer: C. Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has exclusive jurisdiction over Presidential election disputes. Their decision in such matters is final. This is provided under Article 71.
Who was the first President of Independent India?
Correct Answer: A. Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the first President of India. He is also the only President to have served two consecutive terms. He was in office from 1950 to 1962.
Who was the only President of India to be elected unopposed?
Correct Answer: C. Neelam Sanjiva Reddy
Neelam Sanjiva Reddy was elected unopposed in 1977. He had previously lost the Presidential election in 1969. He also served as the Speaker of the Lok Sabha.
Which President exercised the 'Pocket Veto' in relation to the Indian Post Office (Amendment) Bill?
Correct Answer: A. Giani Zail Singh
Giani Zail Singh exercised the Pocket Veto in 1986. He neither ratified nor returned the Indian Post Office Bill. This effectively killed the bill without a formal rejection.
Which of the following bills requires the prior recommendation of the President?
Correct Answer: D. Money Bill
A Money Bill can only be introduced with the prior recommendation of the President. This is specified in Article 117. Consequently, the President generally does not return a Money Bill for reconsideration.
Who has the power to summon a joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament?
Correct Answer: D. President
The President summons the joint sitting of Parliament under Article 108. However, the session is presided over by the Speaker of the Lok Sabha. It is usually called to resolve a deadlock between houses.
How many members does the President nominate to the Rajya Sabha?
Correct Answer: B. 12 members
The President nominates 12 members to the Rajya Sabha. These members are chosen for their special knowledge in arts, science, literature, and social service. This is defined in Article 80.
Which of the following reports is laid before the Parliament by the President?
Correct Answer: D. Finance Commission Report
The President causes the Finance Commission report to be laid before Parliament. Other reports include those of the CAG and UPSC. This ensures parliamentary oversight of these constitutional bodies.
The Vice-President of India is the Ex-officio Chairman of which house?
Correct Answer: A. Rajya Sabha
The Vice-President acts as the Ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha. This is defined under Article 64. He presides over its sessions but is not a member of the house.