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Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of a Bill presented in Parliament?

easy MCQ 2 marks Class 8 · Social and Political Life · Parliament and the Making of Laws
  1. To amend a law
  2. To propose a new law
  3. To approve the national budget
  4. To appoint the Prime Minister
Answer
To propose a new law

The correct answer is To propose a new law — Thus, the correct description is to propose a new law.

Step-by-step solution

  1. A Bill is a proposal for a new law.
  2. It is presented in Parliament by a member.
  3. Its main aim is to bring a new law into force.
  4. Thus, the correct description is to propose a new law.
Common mistake: Thinking a Bill is only to amend existing law

Concept tested: Purpose of a Bill

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