How The State Government Works - Class 7 Civics - Extra Questions

Why should decisions taken by the Chief Minister and other ministers be debated in the Legislative Assembly?

The decisions taken by the Chief Minister and other ministers must be debated in the Legislative Assembly. It is because during the debate it is discussed whether a particular decision is in the interest of the people at large or not. It is also discussed about the cost it occurs if any, urgency of the matter and the objections if any for any community, etc.


What is the difference between the work that MLAs do in the Assembly and the work done by government departments?

The difference between the work that MLAs do in the Assembly and the work done by government departments is that every department is headed by a minister who is also an MLA. The minister approves any work done or proposed by the department. The department is responsible for the projections and completion of the work whereas MLAs or ministers coordinate between the Assembly and the departments.


What is meant by booth capturing?

Supporters or hired musclemen of party or a candidate gain physical control of a polling booth and cast false votes by threatening everyone or by preventing genuine voters from reaching the polling booth.


How did some MLAs become Ministers? Explain.

The party which is elected in majority for the Legislative Assembly forms the government. As per constitutional provisions the ruling party elects its leader who is called the Chief Minister as the head of the government. The Chief Minister, in consultation with the Governor, constitutes a cabinet which includes members of his/her party as ministers. The MLAs who become ministers are allotted with a portfolio. Here the MLAs turned ministers become accountable for the entire state for that particular portfolio.


What do you mean by an MLA? Is it necessary to become a member of any political party to become a MLA?

The term MLA stands for a Member of the Legislative Assembly. He/She is elected through a general election and represents a particular constituency. It is not necessary for one to be a member of a political party to become an MLA. He/she can contest the election as an independent candidate also. In some cases, he/ she is sponsored by a political party. But one thing is necessary that he/she must be a citizen of India and fulfill the requisite qualifications for the post.


Why are press conferences organised?

Press conferences are organised to discuss various current issues.


Class 7 Civics Extra Questions