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  1. How many members of the State Legislative Council are elected. by the Assembly?

  2. A.

     1/6 of the members

    B.

     1/3 of the members

    C.

     1/12 of the membets

    D.

     5/6 of the members

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    Answer : Option B

    Explanation :

    Article-171 provides for composition of Legislative Council in states. According to it, 1/3rd members are elected by members of concerned Legislative Assembly, whereas,1/3rd members will be elected by members of local bodies. Among remaining members, 1/6th are nominated by Governor, 1/12th are elected by graduates of state and 1/12th will be elected by teachers within the state.


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