Q. The Legislative Council in a State in India can be created or abolished by the
✅ Correct Answer: (B)
Parliament after the state assembly passes the resolution of that effect.
Explanation:
Article 169 of the Indian Constitution allows for the creation or abolition of the Legislative Council in a state.
- The process involves:
- The State Legislative Assembly passing a resolution by a special majority (i.e., a majority of the total membership and not less than two-thirds of the members present and voting).
- The resolution is then sent to Parliament.
- Parliament, by passing a law, can approve the creation or abolition of the Legislative Council.
Thus, while Parliament has the final authority, it can only act after the state assembly initiates the process through a resolution.
Explanation by: Ram Sharma
Article 169 of the Indian Constitution allows for the creation or abolition of the Legislative Council in a state.
- The process involves:
- The State Legislative Assembly passing a resolution by a special majority (i.e., a majority of the total membership and not less than two-thirds of the members present and voting).
- The resolution is then sent to Parliament.
- Parliament, by passing a law, can approve the creation or abolition of the Legislative Council.
Thus, while Parliament has the final authority, it can only act after the state assembly initiates the process through a resolution.