Q. Consider the following statements:
1.In 1974, the Hindi names ‘Rajya Sabha’ and ‘Lok Sabha’ were adopted by the Council of States and the House of People respectively.
2.The President of India is not a member of either House of Parliament.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation: Under the Constitution, the Parliament of India consists of three parts viz, the President, the Council of States and the House of the People.

  • In 1954, the Hindi names ‘Rajya Sabha’ and ‘Lok Sabha’ were adopted by the Council of States and the House of People respectively.
  • Though the President of India is not a member of either House of Parliament or does not sit in the Parliament to attend its meetings, he is an integral part of the Parliament.

Source: Laxmikanth

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