President shall from time to time summon each House of Parliament to meet at such time and place as he thinks fit, but ____ months shall not intervene between its last sitting in one session and the date appointed for its first sitting in the next session.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Correct Answer:
Six months
Explanation:
According to the Article 85 of the Constitution of India, the President summons sessions of Parliament in such a way that the gap between the last sitting of one session and the first sitting of the next session should not exceed six months.
Key Points:
• Provision: Constitution of India
• Article: Article 85 of the Constitution of India
• Maximum gap: 6 months
• Authority: President summons sessions
• Applies to: Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
Additional Facts:
• Parliament usually has three sessions in a year – Budget, Monsoon, and Winter.
• The President can also prorogue and dissolve sessions.
Important Questions for Exam:
What is the maximum gap between two sessions of Parliament?
Answer: 6 months
Which Article mentions this provision?
Answer: Article 85 of the Constitution of India
Who summons the Parliament session?
Answer: The President
What are the main sessions of Parliament?
Answer: Budget, Monsoon, and Winter