Polity EP 30 | Parliament | Part 1 | Constitution | UPSC podcast | laxmikant | Central Government

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Today, we explore the Parliament of India, the central legislative body of the Union government, operating under a system similar to the British model. Parliament consists of the President, the Rajya Sabha (Council of States), and the Lok Sabha (House of the People). The Rajya Sabha has up to 250 members, representing states and union territories, with members elected by state legislatures or nominated by the President, while the Lok Sabha has up to 552 directly elected members. Lok Sabha elections ensure equal representation, with reserved seats for Scheduled Castes and Tribes. The Rajya Sabha is a permanent body with staggered six-year terms, while the Lok Sabha has a five-year term unless dissolved earlier. Members must be Indian citizens, meet age requirements, and take an oath of allegiance to the Constitution. Their salaries and allowances are determined by Parliament. Presiding officers include the Speaker and Deputy Speaker for the Lok Sabha, and the Chairman (Vice-President) and Deputy Chairman for the Rajya Sabha, who maintain order and oversee proceedings. Each House has its own secretariat to ensure efficient operations.

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