EVENTS CONVENT HIGH SCHOOL
10/02/2022 CLASS- 8 SESSION 2021-22
SUBJECT : CIVIC
CHAPTER-3
WHY DO WE NEED A PARLIAMENT,
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Question 1.When did India become independent?
Answer:
On 15th August 1947.
Question 2.Which is the most important symbol of Indian democracy and a key feature of the Constitution?
Answer:
The Parliament is an important symbol and key feature of Indian democracy.
Question 3.What is Universal Adult Franchise?
Answer:
It means that all Adult Citizens of the country have the right to vote.
Question 4.In how many years is the Lok Sabha elected?
Answer:
Once in every 5 years.
Question 5.How many elected members are there in Lok Sabha?
Answer:
543 elected members
Question 6.Who selects ministers to work with him/her to implement decisions?
Answer:
The Prime Minister selects ministers.
Question 7.Which is the very important way through which the Parliament controls the executive? Answer:
During Question Hour MPs can elicit information about the working of the government.
Question 8.How are the marginalized given adequate representation?
Answer:
By reserving the seats in the Parliament, the marginalized are given adequate representation
Question Write a brief note on the Rajya Sabha and the Lok Sabha.
Solution:
Rajya Sabha
The Rajya Sabha functions primarily as the representative of the states of India, in the Parliament. There are 233 elected members plus 12 members nominated by the President. The members of the Rajya Sabha are elected by the elected members of the Legislative Assemblies of various states. The Rajya Sabha plays an important role of reviewing and altering the laws initiated by the Lok Sabha.
Lok Sabha
The Lok Sabha, known as the House of the People, with a total membership of 543, is presided over by the Speaker. The country is divided into 543 Lok Sabha constituencies. During a Lok Sabha election, people from different political parties stand for elections. Once elected, these candidates become Members of Parliament or MPs. These MPs together make up the Parliament.
