Question

Who is the ex-officio chairman of the Rajya sabha?
a) prime Minister
b) speaker of lok sabha
c) vice president
d) deputy speaker of lok sabha ​

Answer 1

Answer:

The Vice President of India is the ex-officio Chairman of Rajya Sabha.

Answer 2

Answer:

C). Vice President

Vice President is the ex-officio chairman of the Rajya sabha.

★ Additional Information :

The Vice-President is also a part of the executive branch of the government. He assist the President. The Vice President takes the place of the President if the latter has passed away or till a new President is elected.

★ Election of the Vice President :

The Indian Vice President is elected by an electoral college that consists of members of both House of parliament. Members of State Legislative Assemblies do not take part in the election of the Vice President. The Vice President is elected through a secret ballot.