Subject: Polity
The State Legislature is the law-making body at the state level and can be either unicameral or bicameral. In a unicameral system, there is only one legislative house, while in a bicameral system, there are two houses – the Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha) and the Legislative Council (Vidhan Parishad). The organisation of the state legislature is set by state laws, which work in harmony with the Constitution.
In simple language, the state legislature is where elected representatives debate and pass laws that affect everyday life in the state. The structure ensures that decisions are made after thorough discussion and that diverse regional and social interests are represented. Many states have reformed their legislative processes in recent years to improve efficiency and transparency.
This organisation is key to ensuring that the state government is responsive and that public policies reflect the needs of the people.