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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Define the term 'Opposition' in the context of the Indian Parliament.
Describe the consequences if there is no effective Opposition in Parliament.
Describe the importance of the Opposition in a parliamentary democracy.
Describe the significance of the Opposition in protecting the rights of minorities in Parliament.
Discuss the challenges faced by the Opposition in performing its role effectively in Parliament.
Discuss the role of the Opposition in ensuring transparency in government functioning.
Explain any two ways in which the Opposition can hold the government accountable in Parliament.
Explain how the Opposition contributes to the process of law-making in Parliament.
Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the Leader of the Opposition? (1) Article 75, (2) Article 93, (3) No specific article, (4) Article 100
Which of the following committees is usually chaired by a member of the Opposition? (1) Estimates Committee, (2) Public Accounts Committee, (3) Committee on Petitions, (4) Committee on Privileges
Which of the following is a limitation faced by the Opposition in India? (1) Lack of recognition, (2) Inadequate resources, (3) Both 1 and 2, (4) None of the above
Which of the following is a power of the Opposition in Parliament? (1) Appointing the Prime Minister, (2) Moving an adjournment motion, (3) Dissolving the Lok Sabha, (4) Issuing ordinances
Fill in the blank: The _______ is a parliamentary device used by the Opposition to seek information or clarification from the government.
Fill in the blank: The _______ is a special session called by the Opposition to discuss urgent matters.
Fill in the blank: The _______ is responsible for ensuring that the Opposition's voice is heard during parliamentary proceedings.
Fill in the blank: The _______ is responsible for nominating members to various parliamentary committees from the Opposition.
True or False: The Leader of the Opposition is given the status and facilities equivalent to a Cabinet Minister in India.
True or False: The Opposition can demand a division of votes on any bill in Parliament.
True or False: The Opposition can move a motion of thanks on the President's address.
True or False: The Opposition can only criticize but cannot offer alternative policies.
