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Veto Powers Flashcards

1
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What is the primary purpose of veto powers in the Indian government?

A

To prevent legislation that is deemed inappropriate or harmful.

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Who holds the veto power in the Indian Parliament?

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The President of India.

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True or False: The President of India can veto any bill passed by the Parliament.

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True.

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4
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What are the three types of veto powers available to the President of India?

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Absolute veto, suspensive veto, and pocket veto.

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5
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Fill in the blank: The President’s veto power is described in Article ___ of the Indian Constitution.

A

111.

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What is an absolute veto?

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It is the power of the President to withhold assent to a bill, effectively rejecting it.

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What is a suspensive veto?

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It allows the President to return a bill for reconsideration by the Parliament.

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When can the President exercise a pocket veto?

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When the President takes no action on a bill and the Parliament is not in session.

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True or False: The President’s veto can be overridden by a simple majority in Parliament.

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False.

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10
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What happens if the President exercises the suspensive veto?

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The bill must be reconsidered by Parliament, and if passed again, the President must give assent.

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What is the role of the Vice President concerning veto powers?

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The Vice President does not have veto powers; they serve primarily as the presiding officer of the Rajya Sabha.

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In which case can the President refuse to give assent to a bill?

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If the bill is inconsistent with the Constitution or if it violates fundamental rights.

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13
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Fill in the blank: The President’s veto power is a check on the ___ of the Parliament.

A

legislative power.

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14
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True or False: The President can veto a money bill.

A

False.

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15
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What is the significance of the veto power in a parliamentary democracy?

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It serves as a safeguard against hasty legislation and protects the Constitution.

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16
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What is a money bill?

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A bill that exclusively deals with taxation or government expenditure.

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17
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How long does the President have to act on a bill?

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The President must act within 14 days of receiving the bill.

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18
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What is the difference between a bill being ‘returned’ and ‘vetoed’?

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Returned bills are sent back for reconsideration, while vetoed bills are outright rejected.

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19
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Who can initiate a bill in the Parliament?

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Any Member of Parliament (MP) can initiate a bill, except for money bills which must be introduced in the Lok Sabha.

20
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True or False: The President can suggest amendments to a bill.

A

False.

21
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What is the purpose of the President’s assent to a bill?

A

It is required for the bill to become law.

22
Q

Fill in the blank: The veto power is an example of ___ in the Indian political system.

A

checks and balances.

23
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What term describes the President’s ability to delay a bill?

A

Suspensive veto.

24
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How many times can the Parliament reintroduce a bill after it has been vetoed?

A

An unlimited number of times.

25
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What is the impact of a pocket veto?

A

The bill does not become law if the session of Parliament ends without the President’s assent.

26
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True or False: The President’s veto is absolute and cannot be challenged.

A

False.

27
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What is the requirement for overriding a veto in the Indian Parliament?

A

A two-thirds majority in both Houses.

28
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What happens if the President does not return a bill within the stipulated time?

A

The bill is deemed to have received the President’s assent.

29
Q

What is the role of the Council of Ministers concerning legislation?

A

They advise the President on matters, including the assent to bills.

30
Q

Fill in the blank: The President cannot veto a ___ bill.

A

money.

31
Q

What is the constitutional article that empowers the President to return a bill?

A

Article 111.

32
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How does the veto power influence the legislative process?

A

It encourages thorough debate and consideration of proposed laws.

33
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True or False: The President can unilaterally amend a bill.

A

False.

34
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What is the function of the veto in protecting minority rights?

A

It prevents the majority from imposing laws that may harm minority interests.

35
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What is the duration of the President’s term in office?

A

Five years.

36
Q

Fill in the blank: The veto power is a tool for the President to maintain the ___ of the Constitution.

A

supremacy.

37
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What is the significance of the President’s discretion in vetoing bills?

A

It allows the President to act in the national interest beyond party politics.

38
Q

True or False: The President can veto bills passed by state legislatures.

A

False.

39
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What is a ‘non-money bill’?

A

A bill that does not deal with taxation or government expenditure.

40
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What happens when a bill is passed by both Houses but is vetoed by the President?

A

The bill does not become law.

41
Q

Fill in the blank: The veto power is a reflection of the President’s role as the ___ of the Constitution.

A

guardian.

42
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What is the primary limitation of the President’s veto power?

A

The President cannot veto money bills.

43
Q

True or False: The President’s veto power is a legislative power.

A

False.

44
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What is the consequence of a bill being returned for reconsideration?

A

Parliament may amend the bill before resubmission.

45
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What is the role of public opinion in the exercise of veto power?

A

It can influence the President’s decision to veto or approve legislation.

46
Q

Fill in the blank: The veto is a critical component of the ___ system in India.

A

democratic.

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