Question

    Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Rajya Sabha?

    1.It is a permanent body and is not subject to dissolution.

    2.One-third of its members retire every two years.

    3.It shares equal legislative powers with the Lok Sabha in matters of finance

    A 1 and 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 1 and 2 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 2 and 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 1, 2, and 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Rajya Sabha is a permanent body and one-third of its members retire every two years. It does not share equal legislative powers with the Lok Sabha in matters of finance; the Lok Sabha has greater powers in financial matters.

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