Role of Whip in Parliamentary System
Civics ⇒ Parliamentary System and Political Institutions
Role of Whip in Parliamentary System starts at 10 and continues till grade 12.
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A member of Parliament is absent during a vote despite a three-line whip being issued. What could be the consequence?
Describe a situation where a party member may be exempted from following the Whip.
Describe the difference between a one-line, two-line, and three-line whip.
Explain how the Whip contributes to the stability of the government.
Explain the consequences for a Member of Parliament who defies the party Whip during a crucial vote.
Explain the process by which a party member can be disqualified for defying the Whip.
Explain the term 'three-line whip' and its significance.
A member of Parliament is absent during a vote despite a three-line whip being issued. What could be the consequence?
Which law in India gives legal backing to the Whip's instructions regarding voting in Parliament? (1) Representation of the People Act, (2) Anti-Defection Law, (3) Indian Penal Code, (4) Right to Information Act
Which of the following is a key function of the Whip? (1) Drafting laws, (2) Counting votes, (3) Issuing instructions for voting, (4) Conducting debates
Which of the following is a possible punishment for defying the Whip? (1) Fine, (2) Imprisonment, (3) Disqualification from the House, (4) Promotion
Which of the following is a responsibility of the Whip? (1) Preparing the budget, (2) Ensuring party members attend sessions, (3) Conducting elections, (4) Passing laws
Fill in the blank: The _______ Law was added to the Constitution by the 52nd Amendment Act, 1985, to prevent defection.
Fill in the blank: The Whip acts as a link between the _______ and its members in the legislature.
Fill in the blank: The Whip ensures that the party's _______ is reflected in the voting pattern of its members.
Fill in the blank: The Whip is an important part of the _______ system in Parliament.
True or False: The Whip can be a member of the Cabinet.
True or False: The Whip can be appointed in both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha.
True or False: The Whip can be from the opposition party as well as the ruling party.
True or False: The Whip can issue instructions only for voting and not for attendance.
