Important Questions Class 8 Chapter 5 Civics Maharashtra Board

Imp Questions For All Chapters – Civics Class 8

The State Government

Short Questions

1. How many states in India have bicameral legislatures?

• Seven states have bicameral legislatures.

2. Who supervises the proceedings of the Vidhan Sabha?

• The Speaker supervises the proceedings of the Vidhan Sabha.

3. What is the tenure of the Vidhan Sabha?

• The tenure of the Vidhan Sabha is 5 years.

4. How are the members of the Vidhan Parishad elected?

• Members are elected indirectly from various constituencies and nominated by the Governor.

5. Who is the nominal head of the state government?

• The Governor is the nominal head of the state government.

6. Who appoints the Governor of a state?

• The President appoints the Governor.

7. How many members are there in the Vidhan Sabha of Maharashtra?

• There are 288 members in the Vidhan Sabha of Maharashtra.

8. How often are sessions of the Maharashtra Legislature held?

• Three sessions are held annually – Budget, Monsoon, and Winter.

9. What is the role of the Chief Minister in portfolio distribution?

• The Chief Minister distributes portfolios based on experience and skills.

10. What is the minimum age to contest Vidhan Sabha elections in Maharashtra?

• The minimum age is 25 years.

Long Questions

1. Explain why the Constitution adopted a federal system for India.

• India’s large geographical size and cultural diversity made centralized governance difficult. Hence, a federal system was adopted to allow better regional governance.

2. What are the powers of the Governor regarding bills passed by the legislature?

• The Governor gives assent to bills passed by the state legislature, converting them into laws. The Governor can also issue ordinances when the legislature is not in session.

3. Describe the composition of the Vidhan Sabha in Maharashtra.

• The Vidhan Sabha consists of 288 members elected from territorial constituencies. One member from the Anglo-Indian community can be nominated by the Governor.

4. What is the tenure and working of the Vidhan Parishad?

• The Vidhan Parishad is a permanent body where one-third of its members retire every two years. New members are elected through indirect elections and nominations.

5. How is the Speaker of the Vidhan Sabha elected?

• The Speaker is elected by the members of the Vidhan Sabha and is responsible for maintaining order and discipline during proceedings.

6. What is the role of the Chief Minister in coordinating government departments?

• The Chief Minister ensures smooth functioning and cooperation between various ministries and departments, resolving conflicts when necessary.

7. What happens if no party secures a majority in the Vidhan Sabha elections?

• If no party wins a clear majority, different parties may form a coalition government under a Chief Minister chosen by consensus.

8. How does the Chief Minister work toward the welfare of the state?

• The Chief Minister formulates policies and addresses issues like education, health, and security to ensure the welfare of the people.

9. What is the role of the Deputy Speaker in the Vidhan Sabha?

• In the absence of the Speaker, the Deputy Speaker takes over the responsibility of conducting the proceedings of the House.

10. How are the members of the Vidhan Parishad nominated?

• Some members are nominated by the Governor from fields like literature, science, and social service, while others are elected from different constituencies.