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Question

Who amongst following elects the Vice President of India? Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

A. Members of Lok Sabha
B. Members of Rajya Sabha
C. Members Legislative Assemblies
D. Members of Legislative Councils

Which is correct?

  1. 1 and 2 only
  2. 1 and 3 only
  3. 1, 2 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer:

Option A: 1 and 2 only

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “1 and 2 only”.

The Vice President of India is elected by an electoral college consisting of members of both houses of Parliament, the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.