Vice President of India MCQ Quiz - Objective Question with Answer for Vice President of India - Download Free PDF

The correct answer is The members of both the Houses of Parliament.

Key Points

• The Vice President is indirectly chosen by members of an electoral college composed of representatives of both Houses of Parliament in accordance with the system of Proportional Representation by means of a single transferable vote and voted by secret ballot by the election commission.
• The Vice President of India also serves as the Honorable Chancellor of the University of Punjab, Chandigarh.
• The Vice President of India, after the President, is India's second-highest constitutional office.
• Article 63 of the Indian Constitution specifies that 'There shall be a Vice President of India.'
• The Vice President shall serve as President for death, resignation, impeachment, or other conditions in the absence of a President.

The correct answer is Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed.

Key Points

• Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed was the fifth President of India, serving from 1974 to 1977, but he was never the Vice President of India.
• In contrast, Dr. S. Radhakrishnan served as the first Vice President of India from 1952 to 1962, and later became the President.
• Dr. Zakir Husain was the Vice President of India from 1962 to 1967 before becoming the President in 1967.
• V.V. Giri served as the Vice President of India from 1967 to 1969 and later as President from 1969 to 1974.
• Thus, among the options provided, Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed is the only individual who did not serve as Vice President of India.

Additional Information

• Role of the Vice President of India:
  • The Vice President is the second-highest constitutional office in India.
  • The Vice President serves as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha (Council of States).
  • The Vice President is elected for a term of five years by members of both Houses of Parliament through a single transferable vote system.
• Notable Vice Presidents of India:
  • Dr. S. Radhakrishnan (1952–1962) – Known for his contributions to philosophy and education.
  • Dr. Zakir Husain (1962–1967) – Later became the first Muslim President of India.
  • V.V. Giri (1967–1969) – Also served as Acting President after the death of President Zakir Husain.
• Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed:
  • Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed served as the President of India from 1974 to 1977.
  • He was the second Muslim President of India after Dr. Zakir Husain.
  • He passed away while in office in 1977, making him the second Indian President to die in office.
• Historical Context:
  • Dr. S. Radhakrishnan, Dr. Zakir Husain, and V.V. Giri all served as Vice Presidents before ascending to the Presidency.
  • Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed directly became President without holding the Vice President's office.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e Rajya Sabha.

Key Points

• The Vice-President occupies the second-highest office in the country.
• He is accorded a rank next to the President in the official warrant of precedence.
• He is elected by the members of an electoral college consisting of the elected and nominated members of both Houses of Parliament.
• The electoral college does not consist of members from the State legislative Assemblies like in President's election.
• Vice-President’s election is held in accordance with the system of proportional representation by means of the single transferable vote and the voting is by secret ballot.
• He should have completed 35 years of age and should be qualified for election as a member of the Rajya Sabha.
• The Vice-President holds office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters his office.
• He can be removed by a resolution passed by a majority of all the then members of the Rajya Sabha and agreed to by the Lok Sabha by a simple majority.
• He acts as the ex-officio Chairman of Rajya Sabha and also as President of India when his position is vacant due to the reasons cited in the constitution.

The correct answer is Mohammad Hamid Ansari.

Key Points

• Mohammad Hamid Ansari served as the Vice-President of India from 2007 to 2017.
• He was elected to the position twice, making him one of the few Vice-Presidents to serve two consecutive terms.
• Hamid Ansari is a career diplomat and has served in various prestigious positions, including as the Indian Ambassador to multiple countries.
• His tenure as Vice-President was marked by his contributions to parliamentary debates and his impartial role as the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.

Additional Information

• Pranab Mukherjee: Pranab Mukherjee served as the President of India from 2012 to 2017. He held several key portfolios in the Indian government, including Finance Minister and External Affairs Minister, prior to becoming President.
• APJ Abdul Kalam: Known as the "Missile Man of India," Kalam served as the President of India from 2002 to 2007. He was a renowned scientist and played a crucial role in India's space and defense programs.
• Pratibha Patil: She was the first woman President of India, serving from 2007 to 2012. Her tenure as President was historic and marked a significant milestone in Indian politics.

The correct answer is Option 2

Key Points

• The Vice President of India draws his salary as the Chairperson of the Rajya Sabha.
• The salary and allowances of the Vice President are paid from the Consolidated Fund of India, not the Public Account of India.
• The tenure of the Vice President is five years, but he/she can be re-elected.
• The Vice President is elected by the Members of Parliament, including both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.

Additional Information

• Important Terms:
  • Consolidated Fund of India: The main account of the Government of India where all revenues are deposited and from which expenses are incurred.
  • Public Account of India: Used for transactions relating to funds held by the government in trust, such as provident funds, small savings, etc.
  • Rajya Sabha: The upper house of the Parliament of India, where the Vice President serves as the Chairperson.

The correct answer is Vice President of India.

• The Vice President of India is the second-highest position in India.
  • Article 63 of the Indian Constitution states that there shall be a Vice President of India.
  • The Vice President is elected by an Electoral College of India.
  • The term of Vice President is 5 years.
  • The powers and functions of the Vice President of India are similar to that of the Vice President of America.
  • The Vice President of India is the Ex-Office Chairman of Rajya Sabha.
  • Current Vice President of India: Jagdeep Dhankhar
• Current Opposition Leader in Rajya Sabha: Mallikarjun Kharge
• Current Speaker of Lok Sabha: Om Birla (As of Mar. 2024)
• Current Prime Minister of India: Narendra Damodardas Modi (As of Mar. 2024)

The correct answer is Option 4.

Key Points

• The Vice-President holds office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters his office. Hence statement 3 is correct.
• However, he can resign from his office at any time by addressing the resignation letter to the President.
• He can also be removed from office before the completion of his term.
• A formal impeachment is not required for his removal.
• He can be removed by a resolution passed by a majority of all the then members of the Rajya Sabha and agreed to by the Lok Sabha. Hence statement 4 is incorrect.
• This means that this resolution should be passed in the Rajya Sabha by an effective majority and in the Lok Sabha by a simple majority.
• It must be noted here that the effective majority in India is only a type of special majority and not a separate one.
• Further, this resolution can be introduced only in the Rajya Sabha and not in the Lok Sabha.
• But, no such resolution can be moved unless at least 14 days advance notice has been given.
• Notably, no ground has been mentioned in the Constitution for his removal.
• The Vice-President can hold office beyond his term of five years until his successor assumes charge.
•  Members of the State legislature do not take part in his elections. Hence statement 1 is correct.
• He is also eligible for re-election to that office.
• He may be elected for any number of terms.

Additional Information

• Important articles of Vice President:
  • ARTICLE 63: There shall be a Vice-President of India.
  • ARTICLE 64: The Vice-President shall be ex-officio Chairman of the Council of States and shall not hold any other office of profit. Hence statement 2 is correct.
  • ARTICLE 65: The Vice-President shall act as President in the event of the occurrence of any vacancy in the office of the President by reason of this death, resignation or removal, or otherwise.
  • ARTICLE 66: Election of Vice President.
  • ARTICLE 93: There will Lok Sabha speaker and deputy speaker of the house.

The correct answer is Rajya Sabha only.

Key Points

Vice-President

• In India, Vice-President has the second-highest office in the country.
• Article 63 of the Indian Constitution mentions the post of Vice-President
• The Constitution states that the Vice President can be removed by a resolution of the Rajya Sabha passed by an effective majority (i.e., majority of all the then member of the house) and agreed by the Lok Sabha with a simple majority (Article 67(b)).
• The resolution can be initiated only in Rajya Sabha. Hence option 2 is correct.
• But no such resolution may be moved unless at least 14 days advance notice has been given.
• Notably, the Constitution does not list grounds for removal. 
• Supreme Court can also remove the Vice President for committing electoral malpractices and not fulfilling the eligibility criteria for the Rajya Sabha member while in office as per Article 71(1) of the constitution.
• As per Article 71(1), it is also the duty of the Supreme Court to examine the doubts raised in connection with the conduct of a Vice President and remove the Vice President if found committing contempt of the constitution.
• Hence, it is clear that the resolution for removing the Vice President of India can be moved to Rajya Sabha only.

Note: Supreme Court decides election disputes related to the office of Vice President

The correct answer is 5.
Key Points

• The Vice-President of India is the second highest constitutional office in the country.
• Article 63 of the Indian Constitution mentions the post of Vice-President. 
• He serves for a five-year term but can continue to be in office, irrespective of the expiry of the term, until the successor assumes office.
• The Vice-President is the ex-officio Chairperson of the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) and does not hold any other office of profit.
  • During any period when the Vice-President acts as or discharges the functions of the President, he does not perform the duties of the office of the Chairperson of the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) and, is not entitled to any salary or allowances payable to the Chairperson, Rajya Sabha.
• The Vice-President is elected by an electoral college consisting of members (elected and nominated) of both Houses of Parliament, in accordance with the system of proportional representation by means of the single transferable vote and the voting in such election is by secret ballot.
  • The oath of office to the Vice President is administered by the President.
  • Questions and disputes concerning the election of the Vice President are inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court, whose decision is final.
• The Vice-President is elected by a single transferable vote according to the proportional representation method by the electorate consisting of members of both houses of Parliament.
•  Voting in such an election is secret. There are members of both houses of parliament in the constituency to elect a person for the post of Vice President.
• The Vice-President is not a member of any House of Parliament or of any House of the Legislature of a State.
• If a member of a House of Parliament or a member of a House of the Legislature of a State is elected Vice-President,
• So it is understood that he has vacated his place in that House from the date he assumed office as Vice-President.

Important Points

• The current Vice-President of India is the former Governor of West Bengal Jagdeep Dhankhar (as of 2023).

The correct answer is 35 years.

• Trick: Minimum age required for the post of Vice President and President = 35. In Hindi, we call them as UpRashtrapati and Rashtrapati. 35 = Patis in Hindi.
• Articles 63-73 deal with the qualifications, election and removal of Vice-President of India.
• To hold that post one must be at least 35 years of age and not hold any office of profit. 

The correct answer is 5 years.

Key Points

• Vice-President
  • Part V of the Constitution of India under Chapter I (Executive) also discusses the office of the Vice-President of India. The Vice-President of India is the second-highest constitutional office in the country.
  • Article 63: The Vice-President of India
  • There shall be a Vice-President of India.
  • Article 64: The Vice-President is to be an ex-officio Chairman of the Council of States.
  • Article 65: The Vice-President to act as President or to discharge his functions during casual vacancies in the office, or during the absence of President.
  • Article 66: Election of Vice-President
  • Article 67: Term of office of Vice-President
  • The Vice-President shall hold office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office. Hence, Option 4 is correct.
  • Article 68: Time of holding the election to fill a vacancy in the office of Vice-
  • Article 69: Oath or affirmation by the Vice-President
  • Article 70: Discharge of President’s functions in other contingencies
  • Article 71: Matters relating to, or connected with, the election of a President or Vice-President

Additional Information

• S. Radhakrishnan was the first V.P of India and he held the post twice from 1952-1957 and then from 1957-1962. Md. Hamid Ansari has replicated that i.e. from 2007-2012 and 2012- continuing.
• Shri Krishan Kant was the only V.P to have died in office.
• The V.P.s who went on to become the Presidents – Dr. S. Radhakrishnan, Zakir Hussain, V.V. Giri, R. Venkataraman, S.D. Sharma, K.R. Narayanan.
• Because of the limited powers and functions, the V.P of India is also at times termed as HIS SUPERFLUOUS HIGHNESS.

All vice president of India to date:

The correct answer is A P J Abdul Kalam.

• A P J Abdul Kalam was the first to use the President’s power to return a bill to parliament. (Suspensive Veto)
  • In the year 2006, the Office of Profit Bill, 2006 was passed by the Parliament.
  • The bill enacted a self-serving piece of legislation that protected members from disqualification with retrospective effect.
  • The then President A. P. J. Kalam used Suspensive Veto and returned the Bill. However, the Bill was sent back to President again and was finally approved.  
• President Giani Zail Singh exercised a pocket veto to prevent the Indian Post Office (Amendment) Bill from becoming law.
• Zail Singh was the President of India from 1982 till 1987.
• A pocket veto allows a president to exercise power over a bill by taking no action.
• Zakir Husain Khan was the third President of India.
• Zakir Husain Khan was also the Vice President of India from 1962 to 1967.
• Sarvappalli Radhakrishnan served as the first Vice President of India (1952–1962)
• He was the second President of India (1962–1967).
• Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was nominated 27 times for the Nobel Prize.
• Rajendra Prasad was the first President of India.

Important Points

• Veto power can of the following types –

1. Absolute Veto – Withholding of assent to the Bill passed by the legislature.
2. Qualified Veto – Which can be overridden by the legislature with a higher majority.
3. Suspensive Veto – Which can be overridden by the legislature with an ordinary majority.
4. Pocket Veto – Taking no action on the Bill passed by the legislature.

The correct answer is Gulzarilal Nanda.

Key Points

• Gulzarilal Nanda never became the Vice President of India.
  • He served as the secretary of the Indian Labor Welfare Organization and as the chairman of the Bombay Housing Board.
  • He was also a member of the National Planning Committee.
  • He was largely instrumental in organizing the Indian National Trade Union Congress and later became its President.
  • He was the former Prime Minister of India for two short periods after the death of Jawaharlal Nehru in 1964 and Lal Bahadur Shastri in 1966.
  • The Government of India honored Nanda with the Bharat Ratna Award in 1997.

Additional Information

• ​Varahagiri Venkata Giri:
  • He was the fourth president of India from 24 August 1969 to 24 August 1974.
  • VV Giri was Vice-President and ex officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha from 13 May 1967 to 3 May 1969 and Acting President from 3 May 1969 to 19 July 1969.
  • He was the only president to be elected as an independent candidate.
  • He was succeeded by Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed as president in 1974.
  • He was honoured by the Government of India with the Bharat Ratna in 1975.
  • In 1922, he was arrested for the first time for demonstrating against the sale of liquor shops.
• Zakir Husain Khan:
  • He was an Indian economist and politician who served as the third president of India, from 13 May 1967 until his death on 3 May 1969.
  • He was the first Muslim president of India and the first Indian president to die in office.
  • He previously served as the governor of Bihar from 1957 to 1962 and as the second vice president of India from 1962 to 1967.
  • He was awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honour, in 1963.
• Basappa Danappa Jatti:
  • He was the fifth vice president of India, serving from 1974 to 1979.
  • He was acting president of India from 11 February to 25 July 1977.
  • The soft-spoken Jatti rose from a humble beginning as a Municipality member to India's second-highest office during a five-decade-long chequered political career.
  • He was appointed Minister of Health and Labour of the then Bombay Government and held that post till the reorganization of states.'
  • His autobiography, 'I'm my own model', is very popular.

The correct answer is He/She should be qualified for election as a member of the Lok Sabha. 

Key Points

• The Vice-President of India is elected by members of an electoral college consisting of both Houses of Parliament in accordance with the system of proportional representation by means of a single transferable vote.
• State Legislatures do not take part in the election of Vice-President.
• Qualification [Article 66 (3)]:
  • Should be a citizen of India.
  • Should have completed 35 years of age.
  • Should be qualified for election as Member of Rajya Sabha.
  • Should not hold any office of profit.

Additional Information

• Article 63 provides that there shall be a Vice-President of India.
• Article 64  says that the Vice-President shall be the ex-officio Chairman of the Council of States and shall not hold any other office of profit.
• The current Vice President of India is Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar
• He is the 14th Vice President of India.

The correct answer is Dr. S Radhakrishnan.Key Points

• Dr. S Radhakrishnan was the first Vice President of India.
• He was an educationalist from Tamil Nadu. 
• He was the leader of the Indian delegation to UNESCO from 1946-50, its chairman in 1948 and President of UNESCOs University Education Commission in 1952.
• He was twice elected as the Vice-President of India (1952-56 and 1957-62) and served as the President of the nation from 1962 to 1967.
• His birthday (5th September), is celebrated as ‘Teacher’s Day'.

Important Points 

• Jagdeep Dhankhar is present Vice President of India. 

Additional Information

• First Governor of Bengal- Lord Robert Clive
• First Governor-General of Bengal- Warren Hastings
• First Governor-General of India- Lord William Bentinck
• First President of Indian Republic- Dr. Rajendra Prasad
• First Governor-General of India (After Independence)- Lord Louis Mountbatten
• First Indian Governor-General of Independent India- C Rajgopalachari
• First Muslim President of Indian Republic- Dr. Zakir Hussain
• India’s First Chief Election Commissioner- Sukumar Sen