Indian Politics - Study Mode
[#776] How many members of Anglo-Indian community can be nominated for the Parliament by the President-
Correct Answer
(A) 2
Explanation
Solution: As per provisions of Article-331, President of India can nominate maximum 2 members from Anglo-Indian Community in the Lok Sabha, if he/she is of the opinion that they are not adequately represented in the house.'j
[#777] What is the total number of members in Rajya Sabha from States and Union Territories?
Correct Answer
(C) 12
(G) 238
Explanation
Solution: As per provisions of Article-80, President of India can nominate 12 members to the Rajya Sabha Any person having special knowledge and practical experience in Art, Science, Literature and Social service can be nominated.
[#778] Who is competent to dissolve the Rajya Sabha?
Correct Answer
(D) None of these
Explanation
Solution: As per provisions of Article-83(1), Rajya Sabha is the permanent house of Parliament that can never be dissolved. But there is a provision that one-third of its members shall retire every second year.
[#779] Rajya Sabha is dissolved-
Correct Answer
(D) None of these
Explanation
Solution: As per provisions of Article-83(1), Rajya Sabha is the permanent house of Parliament that can never be dissolved. But there is a provision that one-third of its members shall retire every second year.
[#780] To become a member of the Rajya Sabha a person must be at least_____ years old.
Correct Answer
(B) 30
Explanation
Solution: As per provisions of Article-84(b) minimum age to become a member of Rajya Sabha is 30 years as against 25 years in case of Lok Sabha.