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SubjectsIndian PolityUnion & State GovernmentChapter 5 — Parliament5.1 Rajya Sabha — Composition & Powers

Topic 5.1 · Indian Polity · Parliament

Rajya Sabha — Composition & Powers

Rajya Sabha — Composition & Powers is studied as part of "Parliament" (Union & State Government) in Indian Polity. Parliament of India consists of the President, the Rajya Sabha (Council of States) and the Lok Sabha (House of the People). It makes laws, controls finances and holds the executive accountable.

In the examination context, rajya sabha — composition & powers carries conceptual questions that test both factual recall and analytical understanding. Revise this topic in sequence with the rest of the chapter so that chronological and thematic links are clear.

Important Facts

Rajya Sabha
Maximum strength 250; 12 nominated
Lok Sabha
Maximum strength 550 + 2 nominated Anglo-Indians
Money Bill
Article 110 — only in Lok Sabha
Zero Hour
Not in the Rules of Procedure

Key Points

  • Rajya Sabha — Maximum strength 250; 12 nominated
  • Lok Sabha — Maximum strength 550 + 2 nominated Anglo-Indians
  • Money Bill — Article 110 — only in Lok Sabha
  • Zero Hour — Not in the Rules of Procedure

Important Names

G.V. MavalankarVithalbhai Patel

Important Dates

1952First Lok Sabha elected
1969First use of the guillotine in budget
Exam-Oriented Notes
  • »A Money Bill is introduced only in the Lok Sabha; the Speaker certifies it. Zero Hour is an Indian innovation not in the rule book.

Related topics

5.2 Lok Sabha — Composition & Powers5.3 Parliamentary Proceedings5.4 Law-Making Process5.5 Parliamentary Committees
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