Q21. Which of the following statements correctly describes an executive power of Parliament?
Parliament: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha: RAS Prelims MCQs
100 RAS Prelims MCQs on Parliament cover the composition of both Houses, the election of members, the legislative process, Money Bills and Financial Bills, the no-confidence motion and Parliament’s power to make laws on State subjects. The articles and numbers are asked directly, and the statements test the exact difference between the Houses.
Practice questions based on the RPSC RAS Prelims syllabus. They follow the exam pattern but are not past-paper questions.
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Q22. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the financial powers of Parliament.
Explanation
Parliament holds ultimate authority over national finances in India. No tax can be levied and no expenditure can be incurred from the Consolidated Fund without parliamentary approval. The President does not have the power to authorize spending independently during normal times. Financial control is further maintained through audit reports and committees. Therefore, the claim regarding independent presidential authorization is factually incorrect.
Q23. If a No-Confidence Motion is successfully passed in the Lok Sabha, what is the immediate effect?
Explanation
A No-Confidence Motion is a powerful tool used by the Lok Sabha to test the government’s majority. If this motion is passed, it signifies that the House no longer trusts the executive. Consequently, the entire Council of Ministers, including the Prime Minister, must resign immediately. This reflects the core principle of parliamentary democracy where the executive is accountable to legislative authority.
Q24. What does the "constituent power" of Parliament specifically refer to?
Explanation
The constituent power of Parliament refers to its specific authority to amend the Constitution of India. Under Article 368, Parliament can add, vary, or repeal any provision of the basic law. This power is distinct from ordinary legislative power and requires special procedures. It allows the Constitution to evolve while ensuring that fundamental changes are made with significant parliamentary approval.
Q25. Match the items in List I with those in List II:
| Type of Motion | Purpose |
|---|---|
| A. Adjournment Motion | i. To call the attention of a minister to a matter of urgent public importance |
| B. Privilege Motion | ii. To censure the government for specific policies and actions |
| C. Censure Motion | iii. To draw attention to a breach of parliamentary privilege by a minister |
| D. Calling Attention Motion | iv. To draw the attention of the House to a definite matter of urgent public importance |
Explanation
Different parliamentary motions serve specific purposes in the legislative process. An adjournment motion addresses definite matters of urgent public importance. A privilege motion targets breaches of parliamentary rights by ministers. Censure motions are used to criticize specific government policies. Finally, a calling attention motion highlights urgent matters for a minister’s response. These tools facilitate accountability and transparency within the legislature.
Q26. Parliament has various multifaceted functions. Which of the following is an exception and does not fall under the direct purview of Parliament?
Explanation
Parliament performs many functions, including participating in the election of the President and Vice-President and impeaching high officials. It also recommends the removal of Supreme Court judges. However, the appointment of the Chief Election Commissioner is an executive function performed by the President of India. Parliament does not directly appoint this officer, although it may regulate the conditions of their service.
Q27. A bill is introduced in the Lok Sabha which contains provisions exclusively dealing with the imposition of a tax and the borrowing of money by the Union government. Under which category of bills does this fall?
Explanation
A bill is classified as a Money Bill if it deals exclusively with matters mentioned in Article 110. These subjects include the imposition of taxes, regulation of government borrowing, and custody of the Consolidated Fund. Since the bill focuses on tax imposition and borrowing, it falls strictly under this category. Such bills require a specific procedure for their introduction and passage.
Q28. Consider the following statements regarding a Money Bill:
I. A Money Bill can be introduced in either House of Parliament.
II. The decision of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha is final on whether a bill is a Money Bill or not.
III. The Rajya Sabha must return a Money Bill to the Lok Sabha within 14 days.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. A Money Bill can be introduced in either House of Parliament.
II. The decision of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha is final on whether a bill is a Money Bill or not.
III. The Rajya Sabha must return a Money Bill to the Lok Sabha within 14 days.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha holds the final authority to certify whether a bill is a Money Bill. Once certified and passed by the Lok Sabha, the Rajya Sabha has a limited role. It must return the bill within 14 days, with or without recommendations. However, a Money Bill can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha, not both.
Q29. Which Article of the Constitution of India specifically defines a Money Bill?
Explanation
Article 110 of the Indian Constitution provides the precise definition of a Money Bill. It lists several specific criteria, such as tax regulation, borrowing by the Union, and payments into the Consolidated Fund. Any bill containing only these provisions is certified as a Money Bill by the Speaker. This classification triggers special legislative procedures that prioritize the authority of Lok Sabha.
Q30. Given below are two statements, one labeled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): A Money Bill can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha and not in the Rajya Sabha.
Reason (R): The Lok Sabha is directly elected by the people, and taxation and expenditure are matters of public money over which popular control is essential.
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): A Money Bill can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha and not in the Rajya Sabha.
Reason (R): The Lok Sabha is directly elected by the people, and taxation and expenditure are matters of public money over which popular control is essential.
Explanation
Money Bills must be introduced exclusively in the Lok Sabha because it is the House directly elected by the citizens. Since these bills involve public money, taxation, and expenditure, popular control through elected representatives is a fundamental democratic requirement. Therefore, the assertion regarding the introduction of Money Bills and the reason concerning popular control are both correct and linked.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 21 | (c) The Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha. |
| 22 | (b) The President can authorize expenditure from the Consolidated Fund of India without parliamentary approval during normal times. |
| 23 | (d) The entire Council of Ministers must resign. |
| 24 | (a) The power to amend the Constitution of India. |
| 25 | (a) A-iv, B-iii, C-ii, D-i |
| 26 | (a) Appointing the Chief Election Commissioner |
| 27 | (d) Money Bill |
| 28 | (b) II and III only |
| 29 | (c) Article 110 |
| 30 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
Key facts from Parliament: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
- Article 79 provides for a Parliament consisting of the President and two Houses; the maximum strength of the Lok Sabha is 550.
- Elected members of the Rajya Sabha are chosen by the elected members of the State Legislative Assemblies, and the Rajya Sabha is a permanent body not subject to dissolution.
- A successful no-confidence motion in the Lok Sabha forces the whole Council of Ministers to resign.
- Article 110 defines a Money Bill; every Money Bill is a Financial Bill, but not every Financial Bill is a Money Bill.
- Under Article 249, a two-thirds majority resolution of the Rajya Sabha lets Parliament legislate on a State List subject for one year at a time.
- The constituent power of Parliament is its power to amend the Constitution.
Frequently asked questions
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This page has 100 practice MCQs on Parliament: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha (Indian Polity and Governance). Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Which Article defines a Money Bill?
Article 110. It lists the matters, such as taxation and borrowing, that make a bill a Money Bill. The Lok Sabha Speaker decides whether a bill is a Money Bill, and the Rajya Sabha can only make recommendations.
What happens if a no-confidence motion is passed?
The entire Council of Ministers must resign, because under Article 75 it is collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha. The Prime Minister tenders the resignation of the government to the President.
Can the Rajya Sabha be dissolved?
No. The Rajya Sabha is a permanent House. One-third of its members retire every second year, so it continues without being dissolved, unlike the Lok Sabha, which can be dissolved.