Role of Whip in Parliamentary System

Civics ⇒ Parliamentary System and Political Institutions

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Describe a situation where a party may choose not to issue a Whip.

Describe the difference between a 'one-line', 'two-line', and 'three-line' Whip.

Describe the process by which a Whip is issued to party members.

Explain how the Whip helps in the smooth functioning of the Parliament.

Explain the consequences if a Member of Parliament defies the party Whip on a crucial vote.

Explain the impact of the Whip on the independence of Members of Parliament.

Explain the role of the Chief Whip in the Parliament.

Explain why the Whip is considered an instrument of party discipline.

If a member of a political party votes against the Whip, what can happen under the Tenth Schedule of the Indian Constitution? (1) Nothing, (2) The member can be disqualified, (3) The member is promoted, (4) The member is fined

If a party member is absent during a vote despite a three-line Whip, what can be the consequence? (1) No action, (2) Warning, (3) Disqualification, (4) Promotion

Which law in India gives legal backing to the Whip's instructions regarding voting? (1) Representation of the People Act, (2) Anti-Defection Law, (3) Indian Penal Code, (4) Code of Conduct for MPs

Which of the following is a limitation of the Whip system? (1) It ensures party discipline, (2) It may suppress individual opinions, (3) It promotes free debate, (4) It increases absenteeism

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 parliamentary democracies.

Fill in the blank: The Whip is generally appointed from among the ________ of the party in the House.

True or False: The Speaker of the Lok Sabha can overrule the Whip's instructions.

True or False: The Whip can be issued by both the government and opposition parties.

True or False: The Whip can be issued for both legislative and non-legislative business.

True or False: The Whip can be issued only by the ruling party.