Multiple choice

Consider the following statements:

  1. Union Territories are not represented in the Rajya Sabha.
  2. It is within the purview of the Chief Election Commissioner to adjudicate the election disputes.
  3. According to the Constitution of India, the Parliament consists of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha only.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only

  2. 2 and 3

  3. 1 and 3

  4. None of these
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D Correct answer
Explanation

None of the above statements is correct. (i) Union Territories (Delhi and Pondicherry) are represented in the Rajya Sabha. (ii) It is not within the purview of the Chief Election Commissioner to adjudicate election disputes. The Supreme Court and the High Court look into the disputes. (iii) According to the Constitution of India, the Parliament consists of the Lok Sabha, the Rajya Sabha and the President of India.

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