This electoral college for vice-president is different from the electoral college for the election of the President in the following two respects: It consists of both elected and nominated members of the Parliament. It does not include the members of the state legislative assemblies.

This electoral college for vice-president is different from the electoral college for the election of the President in the following two respects: It consists of both elected and nominated members of the Parliament. It does not include the members of the state legislative assemblies. Correct Answer Both  1 & 2

The correct answer is 3 i.e. Both  1 & 2.

Explanation:

  • This electoral college is different from the electoral college for the election of the President in the following two respects:
    • It consists of both elected and nominated members of the Parliament (in the case of president, only elected members).
    • It does not include the members of the state legislative assemblies (in the case of President, the elected members of the state legislative assemblies are included).
  • Consequently, it is necessary that in his election, not only members of Parliament should play their part, but the members of the state legislatures should have a voice.
  • But, when we come to the Vice-President, his normal functions are to preside over the council of states.
  • It is only on a rare occasion, and that too for a temporary period, that he may be called upon to assume the duties of the president.
  • That being so, it does not seem necessary that the members of the state legislatures should also be invited to take part in the election of the Vice-President.

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