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The Prime Minister and the Council

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The chairman of the Rajya Sabha is _________.

A

The Prime Minister

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The Vice President

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The Speaker of the Lok Sabha

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The leader of opposition

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Solution

The correct option is B The Vice President
The Vice-President of India is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, who presides over its sessions. The Deputy Chairman, who is elected from amongst the house's members, takes care of the day-to-day matters of the house in the absence of the Chairman.

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