Important Questions Class 8 Chapter 3 Civics Maharashtra Board

Imp Questions For All Chapters – Civics Class 8

The Union Executive

Short Questions

1. Who is the nominal head of state in India?

• The President is the nominal head of state in India.

2. Who appoints the Prime Minister of India?

• The President appoints the Prime Minister.

3. What is the tenure of the President of India?

• The President’s tenure is five years.

4. Who elects the President of India?

• The President is elected by an Electoral College of elected members of Parliament and State Legislatures.

5. What is the minimum age required to contest the Presidential election?

• The minimum age is 35 years.

6. Who is the supreme commander of the defence forces in India?

• The President is the supreme commander of the defence forces.

7. What is the role of the Vice-President in the absence of the President?

• The Vice-President carries out the functions of the President.

8. What is a No-Confidence Motion?

• It is a motion stating that the government no longer enjoys majority support in Lok Sabha.

9. Who heads the Council of Ministers?

• The Prime Minister heads the Council of Ministers.

10. What is Zero Hour in Parliament?

• It is the period around 12 noon when members raise important issues.

Long Questions

1. Explain the process of electing the President of India.

• The President is elected indirectly by an Electoral College consisting of elected members of Parliament and State Legislatures. The candidate must be an Indian citizen and at least 35 years old.

2. What happens if the President violates the Constitution?

• The Parliament can remove the President through the process of impeachment. One House levels the charges and the other House investigates them.

3. Describe the legislative powers of the President.

• The President summons and dissolves Parliament sessions and gives assent to bills. Without the President’s signature, a bill cannot become law.

4. What are the judicial powers of the President?

• The President can grant pardons, commute sentences, and reduce punishments under Article 72 of the Constitution.

5. What is the relationship between the President and the Prime Minister?

• The Prime Minister informs the President about government administration and policy matters. The President acts on the advice of the Prime Minister.

6. How does the Council of Ministers function?

• The Council of Ministers formulates policies, drafts bills, and ensures their implementation. They are accountable to Parliament.

7. What is the significance of the Question Hour in Parliament?

• Question Hour allows members to question the government about its policies and decisions, holding it accountable to Parliament.

8. What are the three types of emergencies declared by the President?

• The President can declare National, State, and Financial emergencies in case of crisis situations.

9. What is the role of the Prime Minister in policy-making?

• The Prime Minister leads the Council of Ministers, assigns portfolios, and ensures coordination among different ministries.

10. How does Parliament exercise control over the executive?

• Through discussions, debates, Question Hour, and No-Confidence Motions, Parliament keeps a check on the executive’s actions.