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

A 1/6 of the members
B 1/3 of the members
C 1/12 of the membets
D 5/6 of the members

Correct Answer: 1/3 of the members

Article-171 provides for composition of Legislative Council in states. According to it, 1/3rd members are elected by members of concerned Legislative Assembly, whereas,1/3rd members will be elected by members of local bodies. Among remaining members, 1/6th are nominated by Governor, 1/12th are elected by graduates of state and 1/12th will be elected by teachers within the state.
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