Very Short Question and Answers - Two Houses of Parliament

The two Houses of Parliament in India are the Lok Sabha (House of the People) and the Rajya Sabha (Council of States).

The Lok Sabha can have a maximum of 552 members.

The Rajya Sabha can have a maximum of 250 members.

Members of the Lok Sabha are directly elected by the people of India.

Members of the Rajya Sabha are elected indirectly by the elected members of the State Legislative Assemblies.

The term of the Lok Sabha is 5 years.

The term of the Rajya Sabha is 6 years, with one-third of its members retiring every two years.

Yes, the Lok Sabha can be dissolved by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister.

Yes, the Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is never dissolved.

The Rajya Sabha is referred to as the 'Upper Chamber.'

The Lok Sabha holds more power in financial matters.

In case of a disagreement, a joint session is called, and due to the larger number of members in the Lok Sabha, its view is likely to prevail.

No, the Rajya Sabha cannot reject a budget; it can only delay it by 14 days or suggest changes.

The Lok Sabha has control over the Council of Ministers.

If the Lok Sabha expresses 'no confidence' in the Council of Ministers, all ministers, including the Prime Minister, must resign.

No, the President of India is not a member of either House, but is part of the Parliament.

The main function of the Rajya Sabha is to represent the interests of states and regions.

The President can nominate 12 members to the Rajya Sabha.

Both Houses must approve any law; if there is a disagreement, a joint session is held.

The Lok Sabha is referred to as the 'Lower Chamber.'