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Question (11)

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Which of the following correctly matches the institution with its primary function?

(A) Legislature – Implements laws
(B) Executive – Interprets laws
(C) Judiciary – Makes laws
(D) Legislature – Makes laws

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

The Legislature makes laws, the Executive implements them and the Judiciary interprets them.

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Question (12)

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A House was scheduled to function for 240 hours but worked for only 156 hours. Its productivity was closest to

(A) 60%
(B) 65%
(C) 70%
(D) 75%

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Productivity = (156 ÷ 240) × 100 = 65%.

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Question (13)

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Why does the Indian Parliament have two Houses at the Union level?

(A) To make lawmaking impossible
(B) To allow wider representation and careful scrutiny of laws
(C) To reduce discussions on bills
(D) To replace State Legislatures

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Bicameralism ensures broader representation and additional review of legislation.

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Question (14)

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Suppose 20 bills were introduced in a year. If 15 were discussed fully and passed while 5 remained pending, what fraction of bills were passed?

(A) 1/2
(B) 2/3
(C) 3/4
(D) 4/5

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Passed fraction = 15/20 = 3/4.

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Question (15)

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Which of the following would most likely reduce the effectiveness of Parliament?

(A) Active debates on policies
(B) Regular attendance of members
(C) Frequent disruptions and absenteeism
(D) Detailed scrutiny of bills

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Disruptions and absenteeism reduce productivity and weaken legislative functioning.

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Question (16)

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Parliament is expected to sit for 90 days in a year. If it sits for only 72 days, what percentage of the planned sittings took place?

(A) 70%
(B) 75%
(C) 80%
(D) 85%

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

(72 ÷ 90) × 100 = 80%.

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Question (17)

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A citizen wants to raise an issue concerning a national highway project affecting multiple states. Which representative is generally more appropriate to approach first?

(A) MLA
(B) Panchayat member
(C) Municipal councillor
(D) MP

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

National-level matters generally come under Parliament and are best raised through an MP.

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Question (18)

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If the Legislature fails to effectively examine government spending before approving the budget, what is the most likely consequence?

(A) Stronger financial accountability
(B) Weaker oversight of public funds
(C) More judicial independence
(D) Greater local self-government

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Budget scrutiny is an important legislative check on government expenditure.

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Question (19)

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The Rajya Sabha’s productivity in a year was reported as 35.75%. If it was scheduled to function for 400 hours, approximately how many hours did it actually function?

(A) 123 hours
(B) 133 hours
(C) 143 hours
(D) 153 hours

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Actual functioning hours = 35.75% of 400 = 143 hours.

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Question (20)

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Which statement best explains why informed and active citizens are important for strengthening democracy?

(A) They can replace Parliament whenever they want.
(B) They help improve governance by staying informed, participating in discussions and holding representatives accountable.
(C) They remove the need for elections.
(D) They take over the role of the Judiciary.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Active citizen participation strengthens accountability, representation and democratic governance.

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Question (11)

Which of the following correctly matches the institution with its primary function?

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Question (12)

A House was scheduled to function for 240 hours but worked for only 156 hours. Its productivity was closest to

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Question (13)

Why does the Indian Parliament have two Houses at the Union level?

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Question (14)

Suppose 20 bills were introduced in a year. If 15 were discussed fully and passed while 5 remained pending, what fraction of bills were passed?

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Question (15)

Which of the following would most likely reduce the effectiveness of Parliament?

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Question (16)

Parliament is expected to sit for 90 days in a year. If it sits for only 72 days, what percentage of the planned sittings took place?

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Question (17)

A citizen wants to raise an issue concerning a national highway project affecting multiple states. Which representative is generally more appropriate to approach first?

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Question (18)

If the Legislature fails to effectively examine government spending before approving the budget, what is the most likely consequence?

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Question (19)

The Rajya Sabha’s productivity in a year was reported as 35.75%. If it was scheduled to function for 400 hours, approximately how many hours did it actually function?

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Which statement best explains why informed and active citizens are important for strengthening democracy?

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