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POLITICAL SCIENCE CHAPTER – 7: THE STATE GOVERNMENT

I. Fill in the blanks with suitable words.

1. The Union of India comprises 28 States and 8 Union Territories.

Answer :- There are currently 28 States and 8 Union Territories in the Union of India.

2. The Karnataka Legislative Council comprises 75 members.

Answer :- The total strength of the Karnataka Legislative Council is 75 members.

3. The State Cabinet, comprising the Chief Minister and the council of minister is the real Executive.

Answer :- The real executive power of a state lies with the State Cabinet, which includes the Chief Minister and the Council of Ministers.

4. The Governor is appointed by the President

Answer :- The President of India is responsible for the appointment of the Governor.

II. Answer the following questions with group discussion.

5. Explain the structure of the Legislative Assembly.

Answer :-

  • The Vidhana Sabha is the Lower House of the State Legislature.
  • Its size is determined by the population of the specific State.
  • Constitutionally, the number of seats should not be more than 500 or fewer than 60.
  • Exceptions exist for smaller states; for example, the Sikkim Legislative Assembly has only 32 members.
  • The Karnataka Legislative Assembly currently consists of 224 members who are directly elected by the citizens.
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6. Which fields are represented by the members of the Legislative Council?

Answer :-

  • Members of the Legislative Council (Vidhana Parishad) represent five distinct areas.
  • They are elected by members of the Legislative Assembly, Local Bodies, Graduates' Constituencies, and Teachers' Constituencies.
  • Additionally, the Governor nominates members who have provided distinguished service in art, science, literature, education, social service, or the co-operative movement.

7. What are the qualifications, and the term of office of the Governor.

Answer :-

  • The candidate must be a citizen of India and at least 35 years of age.
  • They should not hold any office of profit under the government.
  • They must not be a member of either the Parliament or the State Legislature.
  • If a sitting member of the Parliament or State Legislature is appointed, they must resign from their previous post.
  • The standard term of office for the Governor is 5 years.

8. Write a short note on the powers and functions of Chief Minister.

Answer :-

  • The Chief Minister recommends the names of ministers to the Governor for the formation of the Cabinet.
  • He advises the Governor on the allocation and reshuffling of portfolios among ministers.
  • He has the authority to recommend the removal of any minister who is not loyal to the government.
  • As the Head of Government, he leads the process of policy-making for the state.
  • He chairs Cabinet meetings and has the power to summon or postpone them.
  • He supervises and coordinates the functions of all government departments.
  • He can advise the Governor to dissolve the Legislative Assembly before its term ends.
  • He acts as the primary link between the Governor and the Council of Ministers.
  • He serves as a chief advisor to the Governor regarding major appointments in the state.

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