Election of members to Legislative Council

Q.  Who of the following participate in election of members to Legislative Council?

1) Graduates
2) Teachers
3) Members of District Boards
- Published on 16 May 16

a. 2, 3
b. 1, 3
c. 1, 2
d. All of the above

ANSWER: All of the above
 
Of the total number of members of a legislative council:
  • 1/3 are elected by the members of local bodies in the state like municipalities, district boards, etc.
  • 1/12 are elected by graduates of three years standing and residing within the state,
  • 1/12 are elected by teachers of three years standing in the state, not lower in standard than secondary school,
  • 1/3 are elected by the members of the legislative assembly of the state from amongst persons who are not members of the assembly, and
  • The remainder are nominated by the governor from amongst persons who have a special knowledge or practical experience of literature, science, art, cooperative movement and social service.

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