Q. Why do we need a Parliament in a democracy?
A). To make laws for the country
B). To control religious institutions
C). To manage private businesses
D). To conduct religious rituals
Answer: A). To make laws for the country
Explanation: The Parliament is the law-making body in a democracy. It ensures laws reflect the will of the people.
Q. Under the 1909 reforms, which feature regarding elected members was introduced?
A). Elected members could pass no laws
B). Elected members were allowed to ask questions and discuss budgets
C). Elected members replaced British officials entirely
D). Elected members became ministers
Answer: B). Elected members were allowed to ask questions and discuss budgets
Explanation: For the first time, Indian elected members gained limited legislative powers including discussions on budgets and asking questions.
Q. One of the main functions of Parliament is:
A). Making laws, debating issues, and controlling finances
B). Running religious organisations
C). Managing personal property
D). Enforcing religious practices
Answer: A). Making laws, debating issues, and controlling finances
Explanation: Parliament debates public issues, enacts laws, and approves government expenditure to ensure accountability.
Q. The Indian Parliament consists of:
A). The President
B). The Lok Sabha
C). The Rajya Sabha
D). All of the Above
Answer: D). All of the Above
Explanation: The Parliament of India consists of the President, the Rajya Sabha and the Lok Sabha.
Q. Consider the following statements about the Lok Sabha:
1. It is the lower house of the Indian Parliament.
2. Members of the Lok Sabha are directly elected by the people of India.
3. The maximum strength of the Lok Sabha is 552 members.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A). 1 and 2 only
B). 2 and 3 only
C). 1 and 3 only
D). 1, 2 and 3
Answer: D). 1, 2 and 3
Explanation: Lok Sabha is the lower house, directly elected by citizens. Its maximum strength is 552 members
Q. Consider the following statements about the Rajya Sabha:
1. Rajya Sabha can approve or reject ordinary bills.
2. Members of the Rajya Sabha are directly elected by the people of India.
3. The strength of the Rajya Sabha is 250.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A). 1 and 2 only
B). 1 and 3 only
C). 2 and 3 only
D). 1, 2 and 3
Answer: B). 1 and 3 only
Explanation: Rajya Sabha is the upper house of Parliament and represents the states. The strength of the Rajya Sabha is 250 (233 elected members + 12 nominated by President).
Q. Parliament ensures accountability of the government by:
A). Asking ministers to explain policies and actions
B). Conducting religious rituals
C). Appointing private businesses
D). Controlling media
Answer: A). Asking ministers to explain policies and actions
Explanation: Ministers answer questions and explain government actions to ensure transparency.
Q. One of the key features of Parliament is:
A). It represents only the wealthy
B). It represents diverse regions, communities, and groups
C). It represents only the majority religion
D). It represents only government officials
Answer: B). It represents diverse regions, communities, and groups
Explanation: Parliament ensures that people from all backgrounds and regions have a voice in governance.
Q. Which of the following allows Parliament to question the government?
A). Question Hour
B). Prayer Hour
C). Religious Hour
D). Private Hour
Answer: A). Question Hour
Explanation: Question Hour allows MPs to ask ministers about government actions and policies, ensuring accountability.
Q. Debates in Parliament are important because:
A). They allow discussion of different viewpoints before making laws
B). They conduct religious ceremonies
C). They manage private property
D). They teach citizens to follow one religion
Answer: A). They allow discussion of different viewpoints before making laws
Explanation: Debates ensure laws are well thought out, inclusive, and consider multiple perspectives.
Q. Who is considered the leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha?
A). Leader of the ruling party
B). Leader of the largest party not in government
C). Speaker of Lok Sabha
D). Prime Minister
Answer: B). Leader of the largest party not in government
Explanation: The leader of the opposition is the head of the largest party in Lok Sabha that is not part of the ruling coalition.
Q. What is the main role of the opposition party in a democracy?
A). To support the government in all matters
B). To provide constructive criticism and hold the government accountable
C). To control religious institutions
D). To pass laws independently
Answer: B). To provide constructive criticism and hold the government accountable
Q. What is a coalition government?
A). A government formed by a single political party
B). A government formed by two or more parties coming together
C). A government formed by the President alone
D). A government run by opposition parties only
Answer: B). A government formed by two or more parties coming together
Explanation: A coalition government is formed when no single party gets a majority, and two or more parties join to form the ruling government.
Q. Match the following Acts with their main provisions:
1. Sedition Act, 1870
2. Rowlatt Act, 1919
A. Allowed preventive detention without trial
B. Punished without trial on protest or criticising against the government
Options:
A). 1–A, 2–B
B). 1–B, 2–A
Answer: B). 1–B, 2–A
Q. Which of the following statements is correct regarding the 2005 Amendment?
A). Son, daughters and their mother get an equal share of family property
B). Only sons can inherit ancestral property
C). Daughters have rights only in self-acquired property
D). It applies only to sons born after 2005
Answer: A). Daughters can demand partition of ancestral property
Q. The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act was enacted in which year?
A). 2000
B). 2002
C). 2005
D). 2010
Answer: C). 2005
Explanation: The Domestic Violence Act was enacted in 2005 to protect women from domestic violence in India.