President Election Participation of State Houses
The election of the President of India involves an electoral college. This college comprises:
- Elected members of both Houses of Parliament (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha).
- Elected members of the Legislative Assemblies of the States.
- Elected members of the Legislative Assemblies of the Union Territories of Delhi and Puducherry.
States' Legislative Bodies in Presidential Election
Based on Article 54 of the Constitution of India, only the Legislative Assemblies of the States participate in the election of the President. The Legislative Councils, where they exist, do not form part of this electoral college.
Conclusion on State Participation
Therefore, regarding the Houses of the States, only the Legislative Assembly participates in the election of the President of India.
Important Questions from Parliament and State Legislature
How many members represent the state of Uttar Pradesh in Lok Sabha?
How many members of the Rajya Sabha can be nominated by the President of India?
Which of the following Indian state has the maximum number of Vidhan Sabha seats in the House?
What will happen ?
Supposing a Constitutional amendment bill related to amend article 368 of the Constitution is under consideration in Lok Sabha. 270 members are present there. In the voting all present members vote in the favour of the bill. The bill.
Which amongst the following states sends highest number of parliamentarians in Lok Sabha?
