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 Sate Legislature 38 Flashcards |
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State legislatures in India represent ___ governance in the federal system. |
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Decentralized |
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True or False: Only six states in India have a bicameral legislature. |
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True |
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The composition of the Legislative Assembly includes members who are ___ elected by the state's people. |
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Directly |
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What is the primary function of the legislative council in a bicameral state legislature? |
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To act as a revising chamber and provide alternative perspectives on proposed laws. |
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Fill in the blank: A member of the Legislative Assembly must be at least ___ years old. |
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25 |
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True or False: The Legislative Council is a permanent body with members serving fixed tenures without any retirement. |
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False. One-third of its members retire every two years. |
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Which article in the Constitution allows for the creation or abolition of legislative councils in states? |
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Article 169 |
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Fill in the blank: Money bills can only be introduced in the ___ house of the state legislature. |
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Legislative Assembly |
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What role does the Speaker of the Assembly play in legislative proceedings? |
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Presides over sessions, maintains order, and decides on procedural matters. |
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True or False: The Governor can withhold assent to money bills passed by both houses. |
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False. The Governor cannot withhold assent to money bills. |
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Members of the Legislative Council can serve a maximum term of ___ years. |
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Six |
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What ensures representation for marginalized groups in the Legislative Assembly? |
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Reserved seats for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs). |
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Fill in the blank: The legislative assembly term spans ___ years unless dissolved earlier. |
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Five |
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What is the primary power of the legislative assembly regarding financial matters? |
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To approve the budget and financial legislation. |
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True or False: Each state determines its official language for legislative business. |
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True |
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Fill in the blank: The Deputy Speaker assists the Speaker and takes charge in their ___ absence. |
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Absence |
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What disqualifies a member from being part of the state legislature? |
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Holding an office of profit, being of unsound mind, or being an undischarged insolvent. |
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How can a legislative assembly be dissolved prematurely? |
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By the Governor's decision or due to the completion of its term. |
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Fill in the blank: The legislative council comprises elected and ___ members. |
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Nominated |
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