Q82.
Consider the following statements: 1. The Legislative Council of a State in India can be larger in size than half of the Legislative Assembly of that particular State. 2. The Governor of a State nominates the Chairman of Legislative Council of that particular State. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer
D
Explanation
The total number of members in the Legislative Council of a state shall not exceed one-third of the total membership of the Legislative Assembly. However, it shall not be less than 40 members. The Chairman of the Legislative Council is elected by the members of the Council from amongst themselves, not nominated by the Governor.