Topic: Parliament and State Legislatures—Structure, Functioning, Conduct of Business, Powers & Privileges and Issues Arising out of these.
2. Elaborate on the constitutional status of Rajya Sabha with respect to Lok Sabha. (150 Words)
Difficulty Level: Easy
Reference: Polity by M. Laxmikanth
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 2 and mentioned as part of Mission-2022 Secure timetable
Key Demand of the question:
The importance of powers and functions of Rajya Sabha in India
Directive word:
Elaborate – Give a detailed account of the context. You must be defining key terms wherever appropriate and substantiate them with relevant associated facts
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Brief on the importance/need for Rajya Sabha in India
Body:
First, mention the Equal Status of Rajya Sabha with Lok Sabha
Then, mention the Unequal Status with Lok Sabha
Further, the utilities of Rajya Sabha can be mentioned as well
Conclusion:
A relevant closing statement
