Q11. The strength of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly was increased to 200 members during which assembly election?
Rajasthan Legislative Assembly: RAS Prelims MCQs
68 RAS Prelims MCQs on the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly cover its strength, history, powers and committees. The first session, the rise to 200 members, eligibility, the Governor’s role in Money Bills, the creation of a Legislative Council and the State’s landmark legislation are asked as facts and statements.
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Q12. Consider the following statements regarding the qualifications required to become a member of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly:
I. The candidate must be a citizen of India.
II. The candidate must be not less than 30 years of age.
III. The candidate must make and subscribe to an oath before a person authorized by the Election Commission.
IV. The candidate must be an elector for any assembly constituency in the state.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
I. The candidate must be a citizen of India.
II. The candidate must be not less than 30 years of age.
III. The candidate must make and subscribe to an oath before a person authorized by the Election Commission.
IV. The candidate must be an elector for any assembly constituency in the state.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
Explanation
To qualify as a member of the Legislative Assembly, a candidate must be a citizen of India and at least 25 years old. The requirement for 30 years of age applies to the Legislative Council or Rajya Sabha, not the Vidhan Sabha. Additionally, candidates must be registered electors and take an oath authorized by the Election Commission of India.
Q13. Identify the incorrect pair regarding the disqualifications of members of the State Legislative Assembly under the Constitution:
Explanation
Holding an office of profit, unsound mind and being an undischarged insolvent are disqualifications under Article 191(1)(a), (b) and (c). Disqualification on the ground of defection comes under the Tenth Schedule and Article 191(2), not Article 191(1)(d), so D is the incorrect pair.
Q14. Match List I with List II.
Select the correct combination:
| Ground of disqualification | Source of authority |
|---|---|
| A. Found guilty of certain election offences | i. Tenth Schedule of the Constitution |
| B. Voluntarily acquiring citizenship of a foreign state | ii. Article 191(1) of the Constitution |
| C. Voting contrary to party directions (Whip) | iii. Representation of the People Act, 1951 |
| D. Holding an office of profit under the State Government | iv. Article 191(1)(a) of the Constitution |
Explanation
Election offenses are governed by the Representation of the People Act, 1951, whereas foreign citizenship falls under Article 191(1). Voting against a party whip is a matter for the Tenth Schedule, and holding an office of profit is specifically barred by Article 191(1)(a). These diverse legal instruments work together to maintain the integrity and loyalty of elected legislative members.
Q15. The concept of "Office of Profit" acts as a major ground for disqualification of an MLA. According to the Constitution of India, who possesses the ultimate authority to declare which offices do not disqualify their holders from being members of the State Legislature?
Explanation
The State Legislature holds the power to enact laws that determine which specific offices of profit will not disqualify a person from being a member. This legislative authority allows the state to define exemptions based on administrative needs. While the Governor makes the final decision on disqualification, the underlying legal criteria are established through statutes passed by the Assembly itself.
Q16. Arrange the evolution of the maximum strength (number of seats) of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly in the correct chronological order from the first assembly to the current one.
I. 200 members
II. 184 members
III. 160 members
IV. 176 members
Select the correct sequence:
I. 200 members
II. 184 members
III. 160 members
IV. 176 members
Select the correct sequence:
Explanation
The Rajasthan Legislative Assembly began with 160 members in 1952. This number grew to 176 in 1957 following the merger of Ajmer State. Subsequent delimitation increased the strength to 184 members in 1967, and finally to 200 members in 1977. This chronological progression reflects the administrative and demographic changes that shaped the state’s representative structure over several decades.
Q17. Read the following statements carefully:
Statement I: If any question arises as to whether an MLA has become subject to disqualification under Article 191(1), the Governor’s decision shall be final.
Statement II: Before giving any decision on such a question, the Governor is required to obtain the opinion of the Chief Minister and the Council of Ministers.
Which of the following is correct?
Statement I: If any question arises as to whether an MLA has become subject to disqualification under Article 191(1), the Governor’s decision shall be final.
Statement II: Before giving any decision on such a question, the Governor is required to obtain the opinion of the Chief Minister and the Council of Ministers.
Which of the following is correct?
Explanation
For disqualifications arising under Article 191(1), the Governor’s decision is considered final. However, the Governor does not consult the Chief Minister or Council of Ministers in this specific matter. Instead, the Constitution mandates that the Governor must obtain and follow the opinion of the Election Commission of India. This ensures an impartial process regarding the eligibility of legislative members.
Q18. Which of the following is NOT a ground for disqualification of a member of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly under the Representation of the People Act, 1951?
Explanation
Being an undischarged insolvent is a constitutional disqualification mentioned in Article 191(1)(c) rather than a provision of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. The 1951 Act focuses on statutory grounds such as election expense failures, corrupt practices, and criminal convictions involving imprisonment.
Q19. Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as
Reason (R).
Assertion (A): An MLA from Rajasthan disqualified under the Tenth Schedule (Anti-defection law) appeals directly to the Governor for the final verdict.
Reason (R): The Speaker of the Legislative Assembly is the designated authority to decide on questions of disqualification under the Tenth Schedule.
Reason (R).
Assertion (A): An MLA from Rajasthan disqualified under the Tenth Schedule (Anti-defection law) appeals directly to the Governor for the final verdict.
Reason (R): The Speaker of the Legislative Assembly is the designated authority to decide on questions of disqualification under the Tenth Schedule.
Explanation
Under the Tenth Schedule, the authority to decide on disqualification due to defection lies with the Speaker of the Assembly, not the Governor. Therefore, an MLA would not appeal to the Governor for a verdict. The Speaker’s role as the adjudicating officer is a fundamental feature of the anti-defection law, designed to maintain party discipline within the legislative chamber.
Q20. A person wanting to contest elections for the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly must be at least how many years old?
Explanation
According to the Constitution of India, the minimum age required to contest an election for the Legislative Assembly is 25 years. This requirement ensures that representatives have attained a basic level of maturity before participating in the state’s law-making process. Lower age limits apply to voting, while higher limits are set for the Legislative Council or the Rajya Sabha.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 11 | (c) Sixth Assembly Elections |
| 12 | (b) II only |
| 13 | (d) Disqualification on ground of defection - Article 191(1)(d) |
| 14 | (a) A-iii, B-ii, C-i, D-iv |
| 15 | (a) The State Legislature by law |
| 16 | (b) III, IV, II, I |
| 17 | (c) Statement I is true but Statement II is false |
| 18 | (a) Being an undischarged insolvent |
| 19 | (d) A is false but R is true. |
| 20 | (c) 25 years |
Key facts from Rajasthan Legislative Assembly
- Article 168 provides that there shall be a Legislature for every State.
- The Rajasthan Legislative Assembly has 200 members, a strength reached by the Sixth Assembly elections.
- The first session of the First Assembly was held on 29 March 1952.
- A candidate must be at least 25 years old, and a Money Bill needs the prior recommendation of the Governor.
- To create a Legislative Council, the Assembly passes a resolution and Parliament must enact a law.
- Rajasthan became the first State to pass the Right to Health law, in 2023; the Public Accounts Committee has 15 members.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Rajasthan Legislative Assembly?
This page has 68 practice MCQs on Rajasthan Legislative Assembly (Rajasthan Polity and Administration). Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
How many members does the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly have?
200 members, determined by the delimitation of constituencies. The strength rose to 200 during the Sixth Assembly elections, and the State has no Legislative Council, so the Assembly is the only House.
When was the first session of the Rajasthan Assembly held?
On 29 March 1952, as the First Rajasthan Legislative Assembly met after the first general elections. It marked the beginning of the elected legislature of the State, and the Assembly has met in Jaipur ever since.
What is needed to create a Legislative Council in Rajasthan?
The Legislative Assembly passes a resolution by a special majority, and then Parliament must enact a law under Article 169. The Assembly has passed such a resolution, but the Council does not exist until Parliament acts.