Q. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the selection process of members of legislative councils?

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

1 only

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2 only

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1 and 2 only

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1, 2 and 3

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Solution

The correct option is B 2 only
Explanation:

Statement 1 is Incorrect: one-third of the total number of members of the Council would be elected by electorates consisting of members of local bodies like the municipalities and the district boards.

Statement 2 is Correct: one-third would be elected by members of the Legislative Assembly from amongst people who are not Assembly members.

Statement 3 is Incorrect: There is no bar on a member getting re-elected on the expiry of term for Member of Legislative Council.

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Q. How many members of the Legislative Council are elected by the members of State Legislative Assembly?

Consider the following statements regarding state legislative council:
1. The maximum strength of the council is fixed at one-third of the total strength of the assembly and the minimum strength is fixed at 40.
2. 2/3rd members of legislative council are elected by the members of local bodies in the state like municipalities, district boards etc.
3. Constitution has fixed the maximum and the minimum limits of strength of legislative council.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?