A Money Bill can be introduced only in the Lok Sabha with prior recommendation of the President under Article 117. The Speaker certifies whether a bill is a Money Bill under Article 110. This ensures executive control over financial legislation. Prime Minister and Finance Minister are politically important but not constitutionally required for prior consent.

The Vice-President of India is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha under Article 64. He presides over its proceedings and maintains order. Unlike the Speaker of Lok Sabha, he is not a member of the House. This reflects the Vice-President’s constitutional role in parliamentary functioning.

The Speaker of the Lok Sabha decides whether a bill is a Money Bill under Article 110. This decision is final and cannot be challenged in court. This gives the Speaker significant authority in legislative procedure. Other authorities do not have this constitutional power.

The Vice-President of India is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha under Article 64. He presides over its sessions and ensures orderly conduct. Unlike the Speaker of Lok Sabha, he is not a member of the House. This position reflects the Vice-President’s constitutional role.

Members of Rajya Sabha are elected by elected members of State Legislative Assemblies through proportional representation with single transferable vote under Article 80. This ensures representation of states in the Union legislature. Lok Sabha members are directly elected by people. Other positions are appointed, not elected by legislatures.

Rajya Sabha can only make recommendations on a Money Bill under Article 109, and Lok Sabha may accept or reject them. Even if Rajya Sabha suggests substantial changes, Lok Sabha has final authority. There is no provision for joint sitting in case of Money Bills. This ensures financial supremacy of Lok Sabha. Other options are incorrect.

The 79th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1999 extended reservation for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Anglo-Indians in Parliament and State Assemblies. Such extensions are periodically renewed. Anglo-Indian nomination provision was later removed by the 104th Amendment Act, 2019. Other amendments listed are unrelated.

The Constitution provides for Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha, Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha, and Deputy Speaker of State Legislative Assembly. However, the post of Deputy Prime Minister is not mentioned in the Constitution and exists only by political convention. This makes it the correct answer.

Rajya Sabha cannot reject or amend a Money Bill and can only make recommendations under Article 109. Lok Sabha may accept or reject those recommendations. Hence approval of Rajya Sabha is not necessary for passage. Money Bills must originate in Lok Sabha with President’s recommendation. Other approvals are part of process.

The Vice-President of India is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha under Article 64. He presides over its proceedings and ensures order. He is not a member of the House. This reflects the Vice-President’s constitutional role in Parliament. Other options are incorrect.

The Atomic Energy (Amendment) Bill, 2015 proposed changes to the Atomic Energy Act, 1962 to facilitate private sector participation in nuclear energy projects. It aimed to accelerate nuclear capacity expansion. Atomic energy is under Union List, giving exclusive legislative power to Parliament. Other years are incorrect.

The Union Cabinet approved the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Bill, 2015 (RERA), which aimed to regulate the real estate sector and protect buyers. It led to the Real Estate Act, 2016. It introduced provisions for transparency and accountability. Other options are incorrect names.

A Money Bill can be introduced only in the Lok Sabha with prior recommendation of the President under Article 117. The Speaker certifies whether it is a Money Bill under Article 110. This ensures executive control over financial legislation. Other authorities are not constitutionally required for consent.

The Vice-President of India is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha under Article 64. He presides over its proceedings and ensures order. He is not a member of the House. This position reflects the Vice-President’s constitutional role.

The Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha is given the status of a Cabinet Minister. This recognition ensures institutional balance in parliamentary democracy. The post requires a party to secure at least 10% of seats. It plays a key role in committees and oversight functions. Other options are incorrect.

A Rajya Sabha member has a term of six years, with one-third members retiring every two years. This makes Rajya Sabha a permanent body that is never dissolved. The system ensures continuity in the legislature. Other durations are incorrect.

Rajya Sabha has no power to amend or reject a Money Bill and can only make recommendations. It also has limited control over executive compared to Lok Sabha and is presided over by Vice-President. Therefore, the statement claiming it has power over Money Bills is incorrect.