Q. The minimum number of members that must be present to hold the meeting of the Lok Sabha is

Correct Answer

one-tenth of the total membership of the Houses

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    A)aimed at restoration of the Hindu state
    B)was characterized by Chauvinism
    C)had national socialism as its ultimate goal
    D)aimed at emancipation from colonial rule
    Answer: aimed at emancipation from colonial rule
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    A)Eleventh schedule of the Constitution.
    B)Tenth schedule of the Constitution.
    C)Seventh schedule of the Constitution.
    D)Twelfth schedule of the Constitution.
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    A)Supreme Court
    B)President
    C)Prime Minister
    D)Parliament
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    B)Commutation
    C)Respite
    D)Reprieve
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  • Q. What is the full form of MLA in the Indian Constitution?
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    B)Member of Legislative Assembly
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    B)Article 360
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  • Q. The preamble to our constitution provided that India is
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  • Q. In order to put a check on terrorist activities in India, Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA) was passed in :
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