Indian Politics - Study Mode

[#306] "The soul of India lives in villages" whose statement is this-
Correct Answer

(D) Mahatma Gandhi

Explanation

Solution: More than 68% of population lives in villages and depends mostly on agriculture and small scale industries which contributes significantly in economy and moreover Gandhi was supporter of decentralization. That is why Gandhi said "The soil India live in villages".

[#307] What is the name of two chambers of Swiss federal chambers-
Correct Answer

(C) National Council and Council of States

Explanation

Solution: National Council and Council of States are the two houses of federal assembly of Switzerland.

[#308] Who are included in National Development Council-
Correct Answer

All members of Central Cabinet

Explanation

Solution: National Development Council was set up in 1952 Prime Minister is the Chairman of NDC. Members of Planning Commission, all Central Cabinet Ministers and Chief Ministers of States are its members. It was created with an aim to strengthen and mobilize effort and resources of nation for balanced and rapid development of country. It is an extra constitutional and non-statutory body.

[#309] Which among the following can be amended only by special majority in India?
Correct Answer

(D) Amendment of the Constitution via article

Explanation

Solution: Amendment of constitution requires special majority which includes two-third of the majority of total strength of house. The constitutional amendment bill can be initiated in either house of Parliament.

[#310] An amendment of the constitution may be initiated-
Correct Answer

(D) By the introduction of a bill in either House of Parliament

Explanation

Solution: An amendment of constitution may be initiated by the introduction of a bill in either house of parliament. It can be introduced by a minister or a private member. It is to be noted that constitutional amendment bill can only be introduced in Parliament and not in state Legislature.