Role of Opposition in Parliament
Civics ⇒ Parliamentary System and Political Institutions
Role of Opposition in Parliament starts at 9 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe the impact of a weak Opposition on the functioning of Parliament.
Describe the process by which the Leader of the Opposition is chosen in the Lok Sabha.
Describe the role of the Opposition in safeguarding the rights of minorities.
Describe two ways in which the Opposition can influence law-making in Parliament.
Explain how the Opposition can use Question Hour to hold the government accountable.
Explain how the Opposition contributes to the process of law-making in Parliament.
Explain the difference between the ruling party and the Opposition in Parliament.
Explain the importance of the Opposition in a democracy.
Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the recognition of the Leader of the Opposition? (1) Article 75, (2) Article 93, (3) Article 102, (4) None of these
Which of the following is a key feature of a healthy democracy? (1) Absence of Opposition, (2) Strong Opposition, (3) One-party rule, (4) No debates
Which of the following is a limitation faced by the Opposition in Parliament? (1) Limited time for debates, (2) Power to dissolve Parliament, (3) Control over the executive, (4) Power to issue ordinances
Which of the following is a power of the Opposition in the Indian Parliament? (1) Appointing the Prime Minister, (2) Moving an adjournment motion, (3) Dissolving the Lok Sabha, (4) Issuing ordinances
Fill in the blank: The _______ of the Opposition is given the status and facilities equivalent to a Cabinet Minister.
Fill in the blank: The Opposition acts as a _______ on the powers of the ruling party.
Fill in the blank: The Opposition can move a _______ motion to express disapproval of a specific government policy.
Fill in the blank: The Opposition ensures that the government does not become _______.
True or False: The Opposition can demand a Joint Parliamentary Committee to investigate major issues.
True or False: The Opposition can introduce Private Member’s Bills in Parliament.
True or False: The Opposition can move a no-confidence motion against the government in Lok Sabha.
True or False: The Opposition can participate in Parliamentary Committees.
