Legislative Support (PLSSEC-101T)
FYUG Odd Semester Exam, 2023 (Held in 2024)
Paper Code: PLSSEC-101T | Full Marks: 50 | Time: 2 Hours
SECTION-A
Answer fifteen questions, selecting any three from each Unit. (1 x 15 = 15 Marks)
UNIT-I
1. What are the different tiers of governance in Indian Political System? 1 Mark
The three tiers are the Union Government (Central), State Government, and Local Government (Panchayats and Municipalities).
2. How many members are nominated in the Rajya Sabha? 1 Mark
12 members are nominated by the President of India
.3. What is the term of the members of the House of People? 1 Mark
The term is 5 years
.4. Can a non-member of Parliament be a minister? 1 Mark
Yes, but they must become a member of either House within six months
.UNIT-II
5. What is the term of the members of the Zilla Parishad? 1 Mark
The term is 5 years
.6. Which day is known as Panchayat Diwas? 1 Mark
April 24th
.7. Which Amendment Act gave Constitutional status to the Panchayat bodies? 1 Mark
The 73rd Constitution Amendment Act, 1992
.UNIT-III
9. Who decides whether a Bill is Money Bill or not? 1 Mark
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
.10. Which Article of the Constitution deals with amendment process? 1 Mark
Article 368
.11. Who Presides over the joint session of both the Houses of Parliament? 1 Mark
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
.UNIT-IV
13. How many members are there in the Public Accounts Committee? 1 Mark
22 members (15 from Lok Sabha and 7 from Rajya Sabha)
.14. Which committee examines the activities of the public undertakings in India? 1 Mark
The Committee on Public Undertakings
.15. Name the financial committee that consists of the members of Lok Sabha only. 1 Mark
The Estimates Committee
.UNIT-V
17. In which House of the Parliament budget is introduced? 1 Mark
The Lok Sabha
.18. From which financial year, Railway budget has been merged to the General Budget? 1 Mark
From the financial year 2017-18
.20. Who is the head of Indian Audit and Accounts Department? 1 Mark
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India
.SECTION-B
Answer five questions, selecting one from each Unit. (2 x 5 = 10 Marks)
UNIT-I
21. Name two States in India with bicameral legislature. 2 Marks
Uttar Pradesh and Bihar (others include Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana).
UNIT-II
23. Mention two functions of a Municipal Board. 2 Marks
- Providing and maintaining urban infrastructure like roads and street lighting .
- Ensuring public health, sanitation, and waste management .
UNIT-III
26. Mention two differences between ordinary bill and money bill. 2 Marks
| Feature | Ordinary Bill | Money Bill |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction | Either House of Parliament. | Only in Lok Sabha. |
| Rajya Sabha Power | Can amend or reject. | Cannot reject; must return in 14 days. |
UNIT-IV
27. What are the two types of Parliamentary committees in India? 2 Marks
- Standing Committees: Permanent committees constituted periodically .
- Ad-hoc Committees: Temporary committees appointed for a specific task .
UNIT-V
30. Mention two principles of good budgeting. 2 Marks
- Principle of Equilibrium: The budget should ideally be balanced (revenue matching expenditure) .
- Principle of Clarity: The budget must be presented in a clear and understandable format .
SECTION-C
Answer five questions, selecting one from each Unit. (5 x 5 = 25 Marks)
UNIT-I
31. Write the composition of Indian Parliament. 5 Marks
The Indian Parliament consists of three main components:
- The President: Though not a member of either House, the President is an integral part of Parliament as no bill becomes law without Presidential assent .
- Rajya Sabha (Council of States): The Upper House, consisting of 250 members (238 representing States/UTs and 12 nominated) .
- Lok Sabha (House of the People): The Lower House, with a maximum strength of 550, directly elected by the people .
UNIT-II
34. Point out main features of the 73rd Constitution Amendment Act, 1992. 5 Marks
- Three-Tier System: Mandated a uniform structure (Gram, Block, and District level) .
- Gram Sabha: Established as the foundation of the Panchayat system .
- Reservations: 1/3rd seats reserved for women; reservation for SCs/STs based on population .
- Fixed Tenure: A 5-year term for every Panchayat .
- State Election Commission: Created for conducting independent elections .
UNIT-III
35. Discuss briefly the law making process of the Indian Parliament. 5 Marks
The process of turning a Bill into an Act follows these stages
:- First Reading: Introduction of the bill and publication in the Gazette .
- Second Reading: Detailed clause-by-clause discussion and potential committee review .
- Third Reading: Voting on the bill as a whole .
- Passing in the Second House: The same three stages are repeated in the other House .
- Presidential Assent: The bill becomes an Act after the President signs it .
UNIT-IV
37. Discuss the role of Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament of India. 5 Marks
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) plays a crucial role in financial accountability
:- Auditing Expenditure: It examines the appropriation accounts of the Government of India .
- Scrutiny of CAG Reports: It acts as the "friend, philosopher, and guide" to the CAG, analyzing its reports on public spending .
- Ensuring Regularity: It ensures that money spent was legally available for the purpose applied .
- Checking Waste: It highlights cases of waste, extravagance, or technical irregularities .
UNIT-V
39. Explain the process of preparation of Budget in India. 5 Marks
The budget preparation is a rigorous cycle
:- Estimation: Various ministries prepare their estimates of expenditure and revenue .
- Finance Ministry Review: The Ministry of Finance consolidates and scrutinizes these estimates .
- Cabinet Approval: The final draft is approved by the Union Cabinet .
- Presentation: The Finance Minister presents the budget in the Lok Sabha with the "Budget Speech" .
- Enactment: Followed by general discussion, voting on demands for grants, and passing of the Appropriation and Finance Bills .