ICSE history and civics

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Question
ICSEENIHC10005146

Who is the ex-officio chairperson of the Rajya Sabha ?

Solution

Vice President

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Question
ICSEENIHC10005147

An adult Indian citizen holding an office of profit under the State Government wishes you to contest for election to the Lok Sabha. Is he/eligible? Give a reason to justify your answer.

Solution

No, he is not eligible. According to the constitution of India, an MP or MLA  cannot hold office under the Government of India or of any state.

Question
ICSEENIHC10005148

Name the Bill that cannot originate in the Rajya Sabha.

Solution

Money bill

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ICSEENIHC10005149

Which body has the final authority to interpret the Constitution of India?

Solution

The Supreme Court

Question
ICSEENIHC10005150

In the context of the Union Parliament, answer the following questions:

Describe the financial powers of the Union Parliament.

Solution

In the financial domain, the Parliament is the supreme authority.

i.Not a single paisa can be spent by the Executive without parliamentary sanction.

ii.The budget is annually prepared by the Cabinet and it is submitted for the approval of the Parliament.

iii.The Parliament also approves all proposals of the Union Government to impose taxes.