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| 1. What are the main functions of Parliament in the Indian political system? |  |
Ans. Parliament is India's supreme legislative body responsible for making laws, controlling finances through budget approval, and exercising oversight over the executive branch. It represents the people's will and holds the government accountable through question hours and debates. Parliament also elects the President and Vice President, making it the cornerstone of India's democratic framework.
| 2. How is Parliament structured-what's the difference between Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha? | |
Ans. Parliament comprises two houses: Lok Sabha (lower house) with 543 elected members representing constituencies directly, and Rajya Sabha (upper house) with 245 members nominated or elected by state assemblies. Lok Sabha members serve five-year terms, while Rajya Sabha members serve six-year staggered terms. Both houses must pass legislation, though Lok Sabha holds more power in financial matters.
| 3. What does the parliamentary procedure actually involve when passing a bill? | |
Ans. A bill passes through multiple stages: introduction, first reading, second reading with detailed discussion, committee examination, third reading, approval by both houses, and finally presidential assent. The Lok Sabha typically initiates money bills, while other bills can originate in either house. This multi-stage parliamentary procedure ensures thorough scrutiny before laws are enacted.
| 4. What powers does Parliament have over the government and ministers? | |
Ans. Parliament exercises executive control through question hours, adjournment motions, and no-confidence votes against the government. Ministers must answer questions regularly and defend policies. The Lok Sabha can pass a no-confidence motion to remove the Prime Minister and council of ministers, making government directly accountable to Parliament's elected representatives.
| 5. Why is parliamentary sovereignty important in India's constitutional framework? | |
Ans. Parliamentary sovereignty ensures that supreme legislative authority rests with elected representatives rather than the executive or judiciary. This principle protects democratic governance by allowing Parliament to make, amend, and repeal laws reflecting public interests. It establishes checks on executive power and maintains constitutional supremacy while ensuring accountability through regular elections and debates.
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