Question

Which of the following statements are CORRECT about the Council of States?
(A) The Council of States is not subject to dissolution.
(B) One-fourth of the members of the Council of States retire on the expiration of every second year.
(C) The Council of States has abandoned the system of proportional representation.
(D) The order of retirement of the members is governed by the Council of States (Term of Office of Members) Order, 1952.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A), (B), and (D) only
• B. (A) and (D) only
• C. (B) and (D) only
• D. (A), (B), and (C) only

Hint:

Understanding the functioning of Rajya Sabha is crucial, as it operates differently from the Lok Sabha, being a permanent legislative body.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The Council of States, or Rajya Sabha, is a permanent body and is not subject to dissolution, validating (A).

It still uses proportional representation, making (C) incorrect.

The retirement order of its members follows the 1952 directive, confirming (D). Thus, statements (A) and (D) are correct.