Question

Who is the Ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?

• A. President
• B. Vice-President
• C. Prime Minister
• D. Speaker of the Lok Sabha

Hint:

Art. 64: VP = ex-officio Chairman, Rajya Sabha. (Deputy Chairman is elected by the Rajya Sabha from among its members.)

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Constitutional provision. Article 64 states that the Vice-President of India shall be the {ex-officio Chairman of the Council of States (Rajya Sabha)}.
Step 2: Distinguish other offices. President is head of state; PM heads the government; Speaker presides over the Lok Sabha, not the Rajya Sabha.
Step 3: Conclude. \[ \boxed{\text{Vice-President (Option B).}} \]