explain any four of the Rajya Sabha power in India Federal setup
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The Rajya Sabha is the Upper House of the Union Parliament. It gives representation to the States of the Indian. The following are some of the powers enjoyed by Rajya Sabha:
1. Legislative Powers:
An ordinary bill can be introduced in the Rajya Sabha and it cannot become a law unless passed by it. In case of a deadlock between the two Houses of Parliament over an ordinary bill and if it remains unresolved for six months, the President can convene a joint sitting of the two Houses for resolving the deadlock.
2. Amendment Powers:
Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha can together amend the constitution by passing an amendment bill with 2/3 majority in each House.
3. Electoral Powers:
The Rajya Sabha has some electoral powers too. The members of the Rajya Sabha along with the members of the Lok Sabha and all the State Legislative Assemblies together elect the President of India. The members of both the houses together elect the Vice- President of India. Members of the Rajya Sabha also elect a Deputy Chairman from amongst themselves.
4 Judicial Powers:
(a) The Rajya Sabha acting along with the Lok Sabha can impeach the President on charges of violation of the Constitution.
(b) The Rajya Sabha can also pass a special address for causing the removal of a judge of the Supreme Court or of any High Court.
(c) The charges against the Vice-President can be leveled only in the Rajya Sabha.
(d) The Rajya Sabha can pass a resolution for the removal of some high officers like the Attorney General of India, Comptroller and Auditor General and Chief Election Commissioner.
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