Question Continuation Q.15GS2GS2

Discuss the role of the Vice-President as the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha. Also describe the procedure for his/her removal from office.

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6Uphold the rules of procedure of the RS

7Ensure that parliamentary privileges are upheld in the house

8Can suspend the member for violations of ethics

9Has power to accept or reject certain motions. Example: Removal & judges under Judges Inquiry Act

10Can refer bills for consultation of parliamentary committees. Example: DRSC

11Power to vote in case of a tie

Process for his/her removal:

(D) No grounds mentioned in the constitution for India

(E) Motion for his removal must be signed by 1/6th numbers of the house

(F) The motion requires special majority of the house (2/3rd of present and voting) for the removal

(G) The vice-president cannot vote upon the motion of his removal

(H) On other hand, he can resign to the President of India

The office of the Vice-President and forms the link between legislature and executive in India

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The office of the Vice-President forms the link between legislature and executive in India

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Hrishikesh Alase

AIR 612025

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Constitutional Posts and Bodies - Appointment, Powers, Functions and Responsibilities

Vice-President

Removal Procedure

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Discuss the role of the Vice-President of India as the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.