Q. Consider the following statements:
1.There are two kinds of proportional representation, namely, single transferable vote system and list system.
2.In India, the list system is adopted for the election of members to the Rajya Sabha and state legislative council.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation: The system of proportional representation aims at removing the defects of territorial representation.
- Under this system, all sections of the people get representation in proportion to their number.
- Even the smallest section of the population gets its due share of representation in the legislature.
- There are two kinds of proportional representation, namely, single transferable vote system and list system.
- In India, the first kind is adopted for the election of members to the Rajya Sabha and state legislative council and for electing the President and the Vice-President.
Source: Laxmikanth’s Polity
