Indian Politics - Study Mode
[#631] The Balwant Rai Mehta Committee was associated with-
Correct Answer
(C) Panchayati Raj
Explanation
Solution: Balwant Rai Mehta commttee which is asociated with Panchayati Raj was constituted in 1957 to examine the working of Community Development Program (1952) and National Extension Service (1953). This committee proposed for three tier of Panchayati Raj system which included Zila Parishad at district level, Panchayat Samiti at block level and Gram Panchayat at village level.
[#632] Who had proposed the idea of three Tier Panchayati Raj system-
Correct Answer
(A) Balwant Rai Mehta Committee
Explanation
Solution: Balwant Rai Mehta commttee which is asociated with Panchayati Raj was constituted in 1957 to examine the working of Community Development Program (1952) and National Extension Service (1953). This committee proposed for three tier of Panchayati Raj system which included Zila Parishad at district level, Panchayat Samiti at block level and Gram Panchayat at village level.
[#633] Which of the following is exercised by Local Government in relation with state government?
Correct Answer
(A) Delegated Authority
Explanation
Solution: Delegated Authority means assignment of any responsibility or authority to another person or institution to carry out specific activities. In India, State government and legislature may endow the local government with such powers and authority as may be necessary to enable them to function as institution of self-government.
[#634] Who can initiate the process of removal of the President before the expiry of his term?
Correct Answer
(A) Lok Sabha
Explanation
Solution: A resolution seeking impeachment of President can be initiated in either house of Parliament i.e. Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha. It can be brought only after two pre-conditions are satisfied. First, a fourteen days prior notice has been served to President and second, one fourth of members of house in which it is proposed to be initiated, have given signed approval.
[#635] What is the meaning of "Prorogation" in terms of Parliament-
Correct Answer
(A) End of session of Parliament
Explanation
Solution: A session of Parliament is the time period when the houses meet every day to transact the business till it is prorogued. Prorogation of a session is done by President on the advice of Council of Ministers. It brings a session of the house to an end.