Indian Polity PYQ 365 of 375 · Miscellaneous

What is the respective strength of the National Assembly and the Senate in the new Parliament of South Africa?

  1. A400 : 80
  2. B410 : 90
  3. C420 : 90
  4. D400 : 90

40th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 1995

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Correct answer: (d) 400 : 90

Explanation

The strength of the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces in the new Parliament of South Africa is 400 : 90 respectively. It may be noted that the National Council of Provinces was earlier known as the Senate. In 1997, the National Council of Provinces was constituted in place of the Senate. Therefore, if “Senate” is taken to mean the National Council of Provinces, the correct answer will be option (d).

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