Indian Politics - Study Mode

[#391] Which of the following state had never a Lady Chief Minister-
Correct Answer

(D) Maharashtra

Explanation

Solution: Maharashtra never had a lady Chief Minister. Whereas Tamilnadu has been served by two women Chief Ministers -Janaki Ramchandran and J.Jayalalitha. Vasundhra Raje is serving as Chief Minister of Rajasthan. Uttar Pradesh had Sucheta Kriplani and Mayawati as Chif Ministers.

[#392] What is the full form of MLA in the Indian Constitution?
Correct Answer

(A) Member of Legislative Assembly

Explanation

Solution: Member of Legislative Assembly i.e. M.L.A. is a representative elected by voters of a constituency under state legislative assembly. Similarly the representatives in legislative council are called Member of Legislative Council i.e. M.L.C.

[#393] The minimum age limit for the membership of the Vidhan Parishad is-
Correct Answer

(C) 30 years

Explanation

Solution: Minimum age limit for membership of Vidhan Parishad or Legislative Council is 30 years. They have a fixed tenure of 6 years. And 1/3rd of its member retire every 2nd year like in case of Rajya Sabha. Minimum age limit for membership of Vidhan Sabha or Legislative Assembly is 25 years.

[#394] What is the minimum age for becoming a Governor of state in India?
Correct Answer

(C) 35 years

Explanation

Solution: Minimum age to become Governor of state is 35 years. Other eligibility criteria for Governor includes Indian citizenship and he/she must not hold any other office of profit. Governor do not need to be member of any house of state.

[#395] Who appoints Governor of a State in India?
Correct Answer

(D) President of India

Explanation

Solution: President of India appoints Governor of State in India for a term of 5 years. Governors are the constitutional head of state. Governor act on advice of Council of Ministers headed by Chief Minister.