President & VP — Set 9
Indian Polity · राष्ट्रपति और उपराष्ट्रपति · Questions 81–90 of 90
What is the maximum period for which President's Rule can be extended in a state with parliamentary approval?
Correct Answer: D. 3 years
The maximum period is generally 3 years. It must be renewed every 6 months. Extending beyond 1 year requires special conditions (Emergency/Election Commission certification).
Which bill cannot be returned by the President for reconsideration?
Correct Answer: C. Money Bill
A Money Bill cannot be returned. The President must either give assent or withhold it (rare). This is because it is introduced with his prior permission.
Which of the following are the three veto powers used by the Indian President?
Correct Answer: B. Absolute, Suspensive, Pocket
The three vetoes are Absolute, Suspensive, and Pocket. The Indian President does NOT possess the 'Qualified Veto' (override by special majority) which the US President has. Indian vetoes can be overridden by a simple majority.
Who is the only authority that can pardon a death sentence?
Correct Answer: B. President
Only the President can pardon a death sentence. The Governor can suspend, remit, or commute it, but cannot pardon it completely. This distinction is in Article 72.
If the President returns a bill (Suspensive Veto), and Parliament passes it again, the President?
Correct Answer: D. Must give assent
The President MUST give assent if the bill is passed again. The bill can be passed with or without amendments. This limits the President's veto power.
Who appoints the Governors of the States?
Correct Answer: B. President
The President appoints Governors. They act as agents of the Center in the states. A Governor holds office during the pleasure of the President.
Which Article gives the President the power to grant pardons?
Correct Answer: C. Article 72
Article 72 details the pardoning power. It applies to offenses against union laws, court-martials, and death sentences. It is an executive power independent of the judiciary.
The procedure for the impeachment of the President is laid down in?
Correct Answer: C. Article 61
Article 61 contains the impeachment procedure. It is a quasi-judicial procedure in Parliament. A 2/3rd majority of the total membership is required to pass it.
What is the term of the Vice President of India?
Correct Answer: A. 5 years
The Vice President holds office for a term of 5 years. However, they can resign before completion by writing to the President. They can also be removed by a resolution of the Rajya Sabha passed by an effective majority and agreed to by the Lok Sabha.
Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the impeachment of the President?
Correct Answer: D. Article 61
Article 61 of the Indian Constitution lays down the procedure for the impeachment of the President of India. The impeachment can be initiated in either House of Parliament. A charge has to be preferred by at least one-fourth of the total membership of that House. After investigation, if both Houses pass the resolution by a majority of two-thirds of the total membership, the President stands removed from office.