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Who chairs the Rajya Sabha?
Question

Who chairs the Rajya Sabha?

A.

Speaker

B.

Vice President

C.

President

D.

Prime Minister

Correct option is B


Correct Answer: (B) Vice President
Explanation:
→ The Vice President of India is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
→ He presides over the sessions of the Upper House of Parliament.
→ The Vice President is not a member of the Rajya Sabha.
→ He maintains order and conducts proceedings.
→ Therefore, the Rajya Sabha is chaired by the Vice President.
Information Booster:
→ Rajya Sabha is the Upper House of Parliament.
→ Vice President is elected by members of both Houses.
→ Chairman does not vote except in case of a tie.
→ Similar to the role of Speaker in Lok Sabha.
→ Mentioned under Article 64 of the Constitution.

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