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Sessions of Parliament

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Typically, Parliament meets in three sessions: Budget Session (Feb–May), Monsoon Session (July–Aug), and Winter Session (Nov–Dec). The President summons each session, while adjournment and prorogation are determined by the presiding officers. A “Sine Die” adjournment ends a session without fixing a further date. These sessions allow the legislature to enact laws, discuss policies, and hold the government accountable. The gap between sessions cannot exceed six months. Special sittings may be called for emergencies or urgent legislative needs. Understanding session dynamics is crucial to track parliamentary debates, question hour, and zero hour, reflecting the democratic practice of oversight and governance.

Practice Questions

What is the maximum strength of the Rajya Sabha?

Which article of the Indian Constitution allows the President to declare a National Emergency?

Which of the following provisions is related to the emergency powers of the President of India?

The Parliament of India consists of which of the following?

राज्यों के बीच मतभेदों का समाधान किस प्रावधान के तहत किया जाता है?

संविधान सभा के सदस्यों का चुनाव किस प्रकार से हुआ था?

In India, the power to declare war and peace is vested in which of the following?

भारतीय संविधान में संशोधन की प्रक्रिया किस आधार पर की जाती है?

Who among the following appoints the Chief Election Commissioner of India?

राज्यों के अधिकारों का निर्धारण किस आधार पर होता है?