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Legislative Council vs Legislative Assembly

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Explores the bicameral nature of certain state legislatures where the upper chamber is the Legislative Council (Vidhan Parishad). Details the composition, method of election (graduates, teachers, local bodies, etc.), and the comparative powers with the Legislative Assembly. The Council can delay but not permanently block most legislation, functioning similarly to the Rajya Sabha at the state level. While some argue it fosters expertise and thorough scrutiny, others see it as redundant and costly. Some states, like Andhra Pradesh, have abolished or reinstated their Legislative Councils depending on policy priorities, showcasing how the second chamber remains a debated element of Indian federalism.

Practice Questions

Who was the first President of India?

संसद की कार्यप्रणाली का प्रावधान किस अनुच्छेद में मिलता है?

संसद द्वारा विधेयक का पुनर्विचार किस अनुच्छेद के अंतर्गत संभव है?

Which of the following is a power of the Vice President of India?

भारतीय संसद की दो सदनों का नाम क्या है?

न्यायिक समीक्षा किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

संविधान सभा की बैठकें किस वर्ष प्रारंभ हुई थीं?

किस अनुच्छेद के तहत नागरिकों को वर्गीय भेदभाव से सुरक्षा मिलती है?

Who among the following is the ex-officio Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission of India?

सूचना का अधिकार किस अधिनियम के अंतर्गत आता है?