Static Quiz 02 August 2025 (Polity)
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Static Quiz 02 August 2025 (Polity) For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
Consider the following statements about the election of the Vice President of India:
1. The Vice President is elected by the members of both Houses of Parliament.
2. The election is held through an open ballot and proportional representation by means of the single transferable vote.
3. Nominated members of both Houses can vote in the election.
How many of the above statements are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: (b) Only two
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct – both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha members vote.
• Statement 2 is incorrect – the ballot is secret, not open.
• Statement 3 is correct – nominated members are allowed to vote in Vice President elections (unlike in Presidential elections).IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b) Only two
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct – both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha members vote.
• Statement 2 is incorrect – the ballot is secret, not open.
• Statement 3 is correct – nominated members are allowed to vote in Vice President elections (unlike in Presidential elections). - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Who among the following is not eligible to be elected as Vice President of India?
CorrectCorrect Answer: (c)
Explanation: A Vice President candidate must not hold an office of profit under the Union or State Government. Political affiliation is not a disqualification.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (c)
Explanation: A Vice President candidate must not hold an office of profit under the Union or State Government. Political affiliation is not a disqualification. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the removal of the Vice President of India:
1. The Vice President can be removed by a resolution passed by both Houses of Parliament.
2. The Constitution prescribes a formal impeachment procedure.
3. The Rajya Sabha must pass the resolution with an absolute majority.
Which of the above statements are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: (a)
Explanation: There is no impeachment process for Vice President (unlike the President). He can be removed by a resolution passed by Rajya Sabha (absolute majority) and agreed to by Lok Sabha.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (a)
Explanation: There is no impeachment process for Vice President (unlike the President). He can be removed by a resolution passed by Rajya Sabha (absolute majority) and agreed to by Lok Sabha. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following duties does the Vice President perform as the ex-officio Chairperson of the Rajya Sabha?
1. Deciding whether a Bill is a Money Bill
2. Presiding over joint sittings of Parliament
3. Maintaining order and decorum in the House
4. Deciding on disqualification of Rajya Sabha members under anti-defection law
Select the correct answer:CorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Speaker of Lok Sabha decides on Money Bills.
• Statement 2: Speaker presides over joint sittings.
• Statement 3: Correct – Vice President maintains order as RS Chairperson.
• Statement 4: Disqualification under anti-defection is decided by Chairman only on the advice of party whip/authority but this power is limited.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Speaker of Lok Sabha decides on Money Bills.
• Statement 2: Speaker presides over joint sittings.
• Statement 3: Correct – Vice President maintains order as RS Chairperson.
• Statement 4: Disqualification under anti-defection is decided by Chairman only on the advice of party whip/authority but this power is limited. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following Vice Presidents later became President of India?
1. Dr. S. Radhakrishnan
2. Dr. Zakir Husain
3. V.V. Giri
4. R. Venkataraman
Select the correct answer using the code below:CorrectCorrect Answer: (d)
Explanation: All four Vice Presidents later assumed the office of the President of India.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (d)
Explanation: All four Vice Presidents later assumed the office of the President of India.
