ICSE history and civics

Question 1

Name the body which elects the Rajya Sabha Members.

Solution

State Legislative Assembly.

Question 2

What is the maximum gap allowed between two parliamentary sessions?

Solution

Six Months.

Question 3

What is meant by the term question hour in the context of parliamentary procedures in India?

Solution

Question Hour is the first hour of a sitting session of India's Lok Sabha devoted to questions that Members of Parliament raise about any aspect of administrative activity.

Question 4

What is an Ordinance ?

Solution

Ordinances are temporary laws that are promulgated by the President of India on the recommendation of the Union Cabinet.

Question 5

Mention two military powers of the President of India.

Solution

The powers:

i.He is the Commander in Chief of the Armed forces in India.

ii.He has the power to declare peace or war with any nation.