3. Analyze how the constitution of India had tried to define the role of Vice President. Do you think the position has become redundant now? Critically comment. (250 Words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: The Indian Express
Why the question:
The term of office of Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu comes to an end on August 10. The election is scheduled for August 6, and July 19 is the last date for filing nominations.
Key demand of the question:
Give provisions from the constitution regarding Vice President and analyze how in certain situations his position has become redundant and at other times it has not.
Directive:
Analyse – When asked to analyse, you must examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them in a summary.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving articles regarding provisions of the Vice President.
Body:
First, start with analyzing the role of the Vice President – how they hold dual responsibilities of being chairperson of Rajya Sabha and VP.
Second, with a few examples try to highlight at what instances his role has become redundant.Conclusion:
Give a positive way forward how his role is still quite important.
