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What are the three organs of the Central Government and their main functions?
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Legislature (makes laws) - Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha; Executive (implements laws) - President, PM, Cabinet; Judiciary (interprets laws) - Supreme Court and High Courts. This separation ensures checks …
A citizen wants to become a Rajya Sabha member. What qualifications must they meet?
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Must be: 1) Indian citizen, 2) At least 30 years old, 3) Not hold office of profit, 4) Not be bankrupt, 5) Not declared unsound mind, 6) Not punished under law, 7) Meet Parliament-specified qualificat…
Why is Rajya Sabha called the 'House of Elders' and how does it remain permanent?
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Called 'House of Elders' because minimum age is 30 years (higher than Lok Sabha's 25). It's permanent because it's never dissolved - 1/3 members retire every 2 years and new ones are elected, ensuring…
How are Rajya Sabha members elected and what is the total strength?
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Total 250 members: 238 elected by State Assembly members through proportional representation; 12 nominated by President (experts in literature, art, science, social work). This ensures both federal re…
What happens during a Lok Sabha election when no single party gets majority?
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President uses discretionary power to invite the party/coalition with highest seats or best chance to form stable government. If they prove majority in Parliament, they form government; otherwise Pres…
Why is Lok Sabha more powerful than Rajya Sabha in financial matters?
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Lok Sabha has exclusive power over money bills - can impose taxes, allocate budget. Rajya Sabha can only suggest changes and delay for 14 days. This is because Lok Sabha represents people directly who…
What is the process and requirements for impeaching the President?
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Process: Either House can initiate with 14 days notice, 1/4 members support needed. After debate, if 2/3 of total Parliament members vote yes, President is removed. Required for violating Constitution…
How is the President of India elected and what is the electoral college?
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Electoral College includes: All elected MPs (Lok Sabha + Rajya Sabha) + All elected MLAs of states and UTs (Delhi, Puducherry). Uses proportional representation with single transferable vote to ensure…
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- Karnataka SSLC — kseeb.kar.nic.in
- Dept of Pre-University Education, Karnataka
- National Education Policy 2020 — education.gov.in
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