When the office of Chairman of the council state in vacant, then his or her duties shall be performed by which of the following?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Deputy Chairman of the Council of States.
When the office of the Chairman of the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) is vacant, his or her duties are performed by the Deputy Chairman of the Council of States. If the Deputy Chairman is also unavailable, the duties are carried out by a member of the Rajya Sabha as determined by the House's rules or the House itself.