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Second Citizen of the Republic: The Vice-President's Constitutional Role and Political Significance•medium•16 questions•~15 min
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Question 01
medium
Which of the following correctly distinguishes the electoral college for the Vice-President from that of the President?
Question 02
medium
Dr B.R. Ambedkar justified excluding state legislature members from the Vice-President's electoral college primarily because:
Question 03
medium
Which of the following persons is NOT disqualified from contesting the Vice-Presidential election on account of holding an office of profit?
Question 04
easy
The nomination of a candidate for Vice-Presidential election requires which of the following?
Question 05
easy
Who administers the oath of office to the Vice-President of India?
Question 06
hard
Consider the following statements about the removal of the Vice-President:
1. The resolution for removal must originate in the Lok Sabha.
2. The resolution must be passed by an absolute majority of the Rajya Sabha.
3. The Constitution specifies certain grounds for removal.
4. At least 14 days' advance notice is mandatory before moving the resolution.
Which of the above are correct?
Question 07
easy
What is the maximum period for which the Vice-President can act as President when the presidential office falls vacant?
Question 08
medium
When the Vice-President of India acts as President, which of the following statements is correct?
Question 09
medium
Which of the following is the most critical distinction between the Indian and American Vice-Presidents regarding presidential succession?
Question 10
medium
The Vice-President of India draws his salary in which capacity?
Question 11
hard
Which constitutional article deals with the Vice-President acting as President or discharging presidential functions during vacancies or the President's absence?
Question 12
easy
Which of the following correctly characterises the procedure for electing the Vice-President?
Question 13
hard
Consider the following statements about election disputes related to the Vice-President:
1. Such disputes are adjudicated by the Election Commission of India.
2. The election cannot be challenged on the ground that the electoral college was incomplete.
3. Acts performed by the VP before the Supreme Court declares the election void remain valid.
Which statements are correct?
Question 14
medium
If the Vice-Presidential office falls vacant due to death, which of the following applies?
Question 15
medium
Why do some constitutional scholars refer to the Vice-President as 'His Superfluous Highness'?
Question 16
hard
Under the 11th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1961, what change was made to the procedure for electing the Vice-President?
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