Extra 20 short questions and answers based on the Chapter "Executive" from Class 11 Political Science:

Q: What is the role of the President of India?

 

A

: The President of India is the ceremonial head of the state and represents the unity and integrity of the nation. The President exercises executive powers, such as appointing the Prime Minister, issuing ordinances, and managing the armed forces.

 

Q: Who

is

the head of the government in India?

 

A

: The head of the government in India is the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister is the leader of the largest party in the Lok Sabha and holds executive powers in the government.

 

Q: What is the term duration of the President of India?

 

A

: The President of India holds office for a term of 5 years. However, the President can resign or be removed before completing the term.

 

Q: Explain the powers of the President of India.

 

A

: The President has executive, legislative, and judicial powers. He appoints key officials, promulgates ordinances, and represents India in international affairs. The President also has the power to dissolve the Lok Sabha

.

 

Q: What is the function of the Council of Ministers in India?

 

A

: The Council of Ministers, headed by the Prime Minister, advises the President on various government policies and decisions. It plays a crucial role in the administration of the country.

 

Q: What is the difference between the President and the Prime Minister?

 

A

: The President is the ceremonial head of the state, while the Prime Minister is the head of the government. The President exercises executive

powers on the advice of the Council of Ministers, whereas the Prime Minister is responsible for running the government.

 

Q: How is the Prime Minister of India appointed?

 

A

: The Prime Minister is appointed by the President of India. The President appoints the leader of the majority party or coalition in the Lok Sabha as the Prime Minister.

 

Q: What is the role of the Vice President of India?

 

A

: The Vice President of India serves as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha and can act as President in case of the President's absence or incapacity.

 

Q: What is the power of the President regarding ordinances?

 

A

: The President has the power to promulgate ordinances when the Parliament is not in session. These ordinances have the same effect as laws passed by the Parliament.

 

Q: How can the President of India be removed from office?

 

A

: The President can be removed by impeachment. A motion for impeachment must be passed by a two-thirds majority in both houses of Parliament for the President to be removed.

 

Q: What is the function of the Union Cabinet in India?

 

A

: The Union Cabinet, headed by the Prime Minister, is responsible for making major policy decisions and implementing them. It is the core group of ministers who advise the President and execute the government's decisions.

 

Q: What are the qualifications required to become the President of India?

 

A

: A candidate must be a citizen of India, at least 35 years old, and

eligible to be elected as a member of the Lok Sabha. They should not hold any office of profit under the Government of India.

 

Q: How is the President of India elected?

 

A

: The President of India is elected through an indirect election by an Electoral College, consisting of elected members of both Houses of Parliament and the Legislative Assemblies of States and Union Territories.

 

Q: What is the significance of the President’s assent to a bill?

 

A

: A bill passed by both Houses of Parliament cannot become law until the President gives assent. The President may either approve, withhold, or return the bill with recommendations for reconsideration.

 

Q: What is the role of the Prime Minister in the Cabinet?

 

A

: The Prime Minister is the leader of the Cabinet and coordinates the functions of the government. He provides leadership, sets the agenda, and represents the government both domestically and internationally.

 

Q: What are the discretionary powers of the President?

 

A

: The President has limited discretionary powers, such as the ability to appoint the Prime Minister when no party has a clear majority and the power to withhold assent to a bill or dissolve the Lok Sabha.

 

Q: What is the concept of the “Collective Responsibility” of the Council of Ministers?

 

A

: The concept of collective responsibility means that the Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha. If the Lok Sabha passes a vote of no-confidence against the Council, all members, including the Prime Minister, must resign.

 

Q: Can the President of India dissolve the Rajya Sabha?

 

A

: No, the President cannot dissolve the Rajya Sabha. The Rajya Sabha is a permanent body, and its members are elected for a term of six years. Only the Lok Sabha can be dissolved by the President.

 

Q: What is the significance of the President's role in foreign policy?

 

A

: The President represents India in international relations and conducts foreign affairs on the advice of the Prime Minister and the Cabinet. The President signs treaties and agreements with other countries.

 

Q: What is the role of the President in the appointment of Governors?

 

A

: The President appoints the Governors of states, who represent the President in the states. The President has the authority to remove Governors and transfer them from one state to another.