Static Quiz 12 August 2024 (Polity)

In the context of the Indian polity, under which of the following circumstances can the Governor act “in his discretion”?
1. Submitting a report to the President under Article 356 on the failure of constitutional machinery in the state.
2. Reserving bills for the consideration of the President.
3. Appointing a Chief Minister if no single party has secured a majority in the state election.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Consider the following statements about the District Planning Committee (DPC) as per the 74th Amendment Act:
1. The Act provides for the establishment of the DPC.
2. All members of the DPC are nominated by the Governor of the state.
3. The DPC includes representation from both rural and urban populations of the district.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the Vice President of India, assess the accuracy of these statements:
1. The Vice President is elected by the same electoral college as the President.
2. A resolution for his removal needs to be passed with a special majority in both houses.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Consider these statements regarding the Committee on Public Undertakings:
1. The chairman of this committee can be only from the Lok Sabha.
2. The members are elected every year for a term of one year.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The Vice-President of India submits his resignation letter to the: