Q41. What is the standard number of members in the Public Accounts Committee of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly?
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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Q42. What is the most appropriate purpose of introducing an Adjournment Motion in the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly?
Explanation
An Adjournment Motion is a tool used to draw the attention of the House to a specific, definite matter of urgent public importance. If admitted, it leads to the suspension of the day’s scheduled business to debate the urgent issue. Because it carries an element of censure against the government, it requires the support of a minimum number of members.
Q43. Arrange the following events regarding the evolution of defection laws and legislative sizes in the correct chronological order:
I. Kihoto Hollohan judgement by Supreme Court
II. 91st Constitutional Amendment limiting ministry size
III. 52nd Constitutional Amendment introducing Anti-Defection Law
Select the correct sequence:
I. Kihoto Hollohan judgement by Supreme Court
II. 91st Constitutional Amendment limiting ministry size
III. 52nd Constitutional Amendment introducing Anti-Defection Law
Select the correct sequence:
Explanation
The 52nd Amendment introduced the Anti- Defection Law in 1985. The Kihoto Hollohan judgement, which allowed judicial review of the Speaker’s decisions, occurred in 1992. Finally, the 91st Amendment in 2003 strengthened the law by removing the split exemption and limiting the size of ministries. This sequence shows the evolution of legal measures to ensure political stability in India.
Q44. Identify the incorrect pair regarding exemptions to disqualification under the Anti-Defection Law:
Explanation
The 91st Amendment removed the provision that allowed one-third of a party’s members to split without facing disqualification. Currently, only a merger involving two-thirds of the members is exempted. Speakers and Deputy Speakers who resign from their parties after election are also protected from disqualification to maintain the neutrality of their offices. Modern laws aim to discourage small-scale defections.
Q45. Consider the following statements regarding the Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in Rajasthan:
I. The LoP receives salary and allowances equivalent to a Cabinet Minister of the state.
II. The office of the LoP is a statutory office and not a constitutional office.
III. The LoP is the ex-officio chairman of the Public Accounts Committee.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. The LoP receives salary and allowances equivalent to a Cabinet Minister of the state.
II. The office of the LoP is a statutory office and not a constitutional office.
III. The LoP is the ex-officio chairman of the Public Accounts Committee.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Leader of the Opposition holds a statutory position and receives the same salary and perks as a Cabinet Minister. While the LoP is often a member of the Public Accounts Committee, they are not necessarily the ex-officio chairman of it; that role is an appointment made by the Speaker. This office ensures that the opposition has a formal voice.
Q46. The "Whip" system is a crucial mechanism for maintaining party discipline in the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly. Where is the office of the Whip mentioned?
Explanation
The office of the Whip is not mentioned in the Constitution, the Rules of the House, or any statute. It is entirely based on British parliamentary conventions that have been adopted in India. Every political party appoints a whip to ensure their members attend sessions and vote according to the party’s official directions, thereby maintaining internal cohesion and discipline.
Q47. Consider the following types of whips issued to MLAs in the Assembly:
I. One-line whip informs members of a vote but allows them to abstain.
II. Two-line whip directs members to be present in the House during voting.
III. Three-line whip directs members to be present and vote according to party lines.
IV. Violating a three-line whip can lead to disqualification under the anti-defection law.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. One-line whip informs members of a vote but allows them to abstain.
II. Two-line whip directs members to be present in the House during voting.
III. Three-line whip directs members to be present and vote according to party lines.
IV. Violating a three-line whip can lead to disqualification under the anti-defection law.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
One-line, two-line, and three-line whips indicate increasing levels of compulsion for members. A three-line whip is the most binding, requiring both presence and specific voting. Defying a three-line whip without valid permission from the party leads to disqualification under the Tenth Schedule. These mechanisms are vital for the survival of the government and the implementation of party policies.
Q48. Match List I with List II.
Select the correct combination:
| Legislative procedures | Defining authorities |
|---|---|
| A. Summoning a session | i. Presiding Officer (Speaker) |
| B. Prorogation of a session | ii. Governor |
| C. Adjournment sine die | iii. Governor on advice of Council of Ministers |
| D. Dissolution of the Assembly | iv. Governor |
Explanation
Summoning and prorogation are the powers of the Governor, while adjournment sine die is the authority of the Speaker. Dissolution of the Assembly is also done by the Governor, usually upon the advice of the Council of Ministers. These procedures manage the lifecycle of a legislative session and the assembly itself, balancing the roles of the executive and presiding officers.
Q49. Read the following statements carefully:
Statement I: The maximum gap between two sessions of the state legislature cannot be more than six months.
Statement II: The Assembly must meet at least three times a year strictly for Budget, Monsoon, and Winter sessions.
Which of the following is correct?
Statement I: The maximum gap between two sessions of the state legislature cannot be more than six months.
Statement II: The Assembly must meet at least three times a year strictly for Budget, Monsoon, and Winter sessions.
Which of the following is correct?
Explanation
The Constitution mandates that no more than six months can pass between two sessions of the State Legislature. However, it does not specify the number of sessions or their names.
Q50. Which of the following authorities does NOT have the constitutional power to prorogue a session of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly?
Explanation
The power to prorogue a session of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly belongs solely to the Governor under Article 174. Neither the Chief Minister nor the Speaker has the constitutional authority to end a session. While the Speaker can adjourn the House, only the Governor can formally terminate the entire session after the business of the House has been completed.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 41 | (b) 15 members |
| 42 | (b) Drawing House attention to a definite matter of urgent public importance |
| 43 | (b) III, I, II |
| 44 | (c) One-third members splitting to form a new group (current law) - Exempted |
| 45 | (a) I and II only |
| 46 | (d) It is based on parliamentary conventions rather than being explicitly written |
| 47 | (d) I, II, III and IV |
| 48 | (a) A-ii, B-iv, C-i, D-iii |
| 49 | (c) Statement I is true but Statement II is false |
| 50 | (d) Both (2) and (3) |
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.