Politics and Governance
Q: How many Lok Sabha seats does Goa have?
A: Two
Q: How many members are there in the Goa Legislative Assembly?
A: 40
Q: What is the term length for a member of the Goa Legislative Assembly?
A: 5 years
Q: Which political party is currently in power in Goa? (As of 2024)
A: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
Q: Who was the first woman Chief Minister of Goa?
A: Shashikala Kakodkar
Q: Which body is responsible for conducting Panchayat elections in Goa?
A: Goa State Election Commission
Q: Which act governs the municipalities in Goa?
A: Goa Municipalities Act, 1968
Q: Who appoints the Governor of Goa?
A: President of India
Q: What is the primary role of the Goa Public Service Commission (GPSC)?
A: Conducting examinations for recruitment to state services
Q: Who is the current Governor of Goa? (As of 2024)
A: P.S. Sreedharan Pillai