Question 1
1. A private member's bill is a bill presented by a Member of Parliament who is not elected but only nominated by the President of India.
2. Recently, a private member's bill has been passed in the Parliament of India for the first time in its history.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
AOptions
BSolution
Statement 1 is incorrect: A private member's bill is a bill introduced by any Member of Parliament who is not a minister, regardless of whether they are elected or nominated. The term 'private member' simply distinguishes them from a 'government bill' which is introduced by a minister.
Statement 2 is incorrect: Private member's bills have been passed in the Parliament of India on several occasions since independence, although it is a rare occurrence. Thus, it is not true that a private member's bill was recently passed for the first time in its history. Several such bills have become Acts, including the Supreme Court (Enlargement of Criminal Appellate Jurisdiction) Bill, 1968, and the Salaries and Allowances of Leaders of Opposition in Parliament Bill, 1977.
Since both statements are incorrect, the correct answer is D.
CStrategy
For questions on parliamentary procedures and historical facts, it is crucial to have a clear understanding of the definitions of key terms (like 'private member's bill' vs. 'government bill') and be aware of significant historical events or precedents. Pay attention to absolute terms like 'for the first time' or 'only', as they often indicate an incorrect statement.
DSyllabus Analysis
Indian Polity - Parliament, Parliamentary Procedures, Types of Bills.
EQuestion Analysis
Medium. Requires precise knowledge of parliamentary terms and historical precedents regarding legislation.