SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 44

SSC CGL - 18 Sep 2024 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q44

The Upper House of a State Legislature is known as the ____________.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct asnwer is option 1 i.e. Vidhan Parishad.

The Upper House of a State Legislature is known as the Vidhan Parishad. It exists in states that have chosen a bicameral legislature, meaning they have both an Upper House and a Lower House (Vidhan Sabha). The Vidhan Parishad serves as the second chamber, providing a forum for review, debate, and suggestions on legislative matters. Members are elected through various methods, including indirect elections, and it plays a crucial role in the state’s legislative process.