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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

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Which of the following is an essential feature of a federal system?

Who is the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?

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Who is the first woman President of India?

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कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख का चुनाव किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

केंद्र और राज्य सरकारों के बीच शक्तियों का विभाजन किस अनुच्छेद में निर्धारित है?