History & Civics
With regard to the Bicameral Legislature, answer the following questions:
(a) Explain any three features.
(b) Explain any three advantages.
(c) Explain any three disadvantages.
Answer
(a) Three features of Bicameral Legislature are:
- Separate Powers and Functions: Each house has distinct roles, though they work together to pass laws.
- Checks and Balances: The two houses prevent hasty decisions and ensure better scrutiny of bills.
- Representation: Often, the Lower House represents the general public (elected directly), while the Upper House represents states, regions, or special interest groups.
(b) Three advantages of Bicameral Legislature are:
- It prevents hasty decision-making.
- It ensures diverse representation.
- It provides better law scrutiny.
- It promotes federalism by giving states representation.
(c) Three disadvantages of Bicameral Legislature are:
- Slower legislative process is visible.
- It can be costly to maintain.
- Possibility of legislative deadlocks occur.
Related Questions
Analyse the role and significance of the Legislative Council in states that have a Bicameral Legislature.
Discuss the role of the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly.
Explain the financial powers of the State Legislature.
With regard to the Legislative Assembly of the State, answer the following:
(a) Discuss the structure, composition, and powers of the Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha).
(b) How is it different from the Legislative Council (Vidhan Parishad)?