Which of the following Indian states does not have a Legislative Council?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Legislative Council -
Most states in India have only one house (the Legislative Assembly), but some have a bicameral system, where there is a Legislative Council along with the Legislative Assembly.
Status in Rajasthan: Rajasthan currently has a unicameral system, meaning there is only a Legislative Assembly, not a Legislative Council.
Although the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly has passed a resolution to form the Council, it has not yet received final approval.
Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Maharashtra: These three states have bicameral systems and functioning Legislative Councils.
States currently having Legislative Councils:
Uttar Pradesh
Bihar
Maharashtra
Karnataka
Telangana
Andhra Pradesh