According to the Indian constitution who has the power to nominate member to the Legislative Council of states?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Governor of the State.
Explanation:
● According to the Indian Constitution, the Governor has the power to nominate members to the Legislative Council.
● These nominations are made for people having special knowledge or practical experience in fields like Literature, Science, Art, Cooperative Movement, and Social Service.
● This power is exercised specifically in states that have a bicameral legislature (Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council).
Information Booster:
● In the Legislative Council, the Governor nominates 1/6th of the total members.
● In the Rajya Sabha, the President of India nominates 12 members.
● Legislative Councils are currently present in only 6 Indian states: Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh.
Additional Knowledge:
● President of India – Nominates members to the Rajya Sabha but not to State Councils.
● Chairman of the State Legislative Council – The presiding officer of the Council.
● Speaker of the State Legislative Assembly – The presiding officer of the lower house.