ICSE Class 10 History & Civics Question 23 of 35

The Union Parliament — Question 11

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Question 11

Name the body which elects the Rajya Sabha Members. Mention any two matters where the Rajya Sabha enjoys equal powers with the Lok Sabha.

Answer

Rajya Sabha Members are elected by the elected members of the Legislative Assembly of each State.

The Rajya Sabha enjoys equal powers with the Lok Sabha in important matters such as:

  1. Election of the President and Vice-President
  2. Impeachment of the President.