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[#746] Indian Parliament is capable of making any law for any state, if-
Correct Answer

(D) 1 and 2 both

Explanation

Solution: There are certain circumstances when Parliament can make laws in state list for any state. These are - (1) Under Article-249, if Rajya Sabha passes resolution to such effect in supreme nation interest. (2) Under Article-250, during the proclamation of National Emergency as per Article-352. (3) Under Article-252, if two or more states request the union to make a common law. (4) Under Article-253, to fulfill international agreements or treaty signed by Union. (5) During State Emergency or President's rule under Article-356.

[#747] There are total parliamentary seats (LokSabha constituency) in West Bengal-
Correct Answer

(A) 42

Explanation

Solution: There are total 42 parliamentary seats of Lok Sabha in West Bengal. The normal tenure of Lok Sabha is five years. However,the House tan be dissolved on certain grounds. In constitution, strength of Lok Sabha should be not more than 552 - 530 from states and 20 from UT. Two members belonging to Anglo-Indian community can nominated by President.

[#748] There are total parliamentary seats (Rajya Sabha constituency) in Odisha-
Correct Answer

(C) 10

Explanation

Solution: There are total of 10 parliamentary seats of Rajya Sabha in Odisha, The strength of Raja Sabha seats varies from state to stale and is based on population of a state. Total strenth of Rajya Sabha is 250 members. 1/3ed of member retire after every two years.

[#749] There are total parliamentary seats (Rajya Sabha constituency) in Tripura-
Correct Answer

(B) 1

Explanation

Solution: There are total of parliamentary seat in Rajya Sabha for Tripura. Rajya Sabha seats are allocated to states on basis of population census. Uttar Pradesh has the highest number of Rajya Sabha seats. (Total 31 seats).

[#750] The maximum number of elected members of Lok Sabha can be-
Correct Answer

(D) 550

Explanation

Solution: There can be maximum of 550 members elected in the Lok Sabha. Out of these, 530 members are to be elected representatives of constituencies from States and 20 are to be elected from Union Territories.