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What is the other name of Rajya Sabha?
Question

What is the other name of Rajya Sabha?

A.

Cabinet

B.

Council of States

C.

Standing committee

D.

Council of Ministers

Correct option is B

The Rajya Sabha is the upper house of the Indian Parliament, and it is also referred to as the Council of States. It represents the states and union territories of India, with its members being elected by the members of the State Legislative Assemblies and Union Territories.
Key Points:
The Rajya Sabha consists of 245 members, with a mix of elected and appointed members.
It plays a crucial role in the legislative process, as bills must pass through both Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha (the lower house) to become law.
Other Options Explained:
(A) Cabinet – Refers to the group of ministers headed by the Prime Minister, not the Rajya Sabha.
(C) Standing Committee – Refers to committees of the Parliament, not the Rajya Sabha.
(D) Council of Ministers – Refers to the collective body of ministers responsible for the executive branch, distinct from the Rajya Sabha.

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