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1. The Union Legislature

The Union Legislature, known as the Indian Parliament, is the supreme law-making authority in India, composed of the President, Lok Sabha, and Rajya Sabha. The chapter covers the composition, powers, functions, and law-making procedures of the Parliament, detailing the qualifications for membership and the distinctions between the two houses. It highlights the importance of the Union Legislature in representing democracy, checking executive power, and enabling public participation in governance.

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    The Union Legislature

    The Union Legislature, or Indian Parliament, comprises the President, Rajya Sabha, and Lok Sabha, serving as the supreme law-making body of India.

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  • 1.1

    Introduction

    The Union Legislature is the highest law-making authority in India, encompassing the President, Rajya Sabha, and Lok Sabha.

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  • 1.2

    Composition Of Parliament

    This section explains the composition of the Indian Parliament, detailing the structures of both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha and their respective memberships.

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  • 1.2.1

    Lok Sabha

    The Lok Sabha is the lower house of the Indian Parliament, consisting of a maximum of 552 members with a tenure of five years, directly elected by the citizens.

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  • 1.2.2

    Rajya Sabha

    The Rajya Sabha is the upper house of the Indian Parliament, comprising members elected by state legislators and nominated by the President.

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  • 1.3

    Qualifications For Membership

    This section outlines the qualifications necessary for individuals to become members of the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha in India.

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  • 1.3.1

    Lok Sabha

    The Lok Sabha is the directly elected lower house of India's Parliament, comprising 545 members with a tenure of five years.

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  • 1.3.2

    Rajya Sabha

    The Rajya Sabha is the upper house of the Indian Parliament, contributing to legislative processes, comprising members elected by state assemblies and those nominated by the President.

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  • 1.4

    Powers And Functions Of The Union Parliament

    The Union Parliament exercises legislative, financial, executive, electoral, judicial, and constitutional powers.

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  • 1.4.1

    Legislative Powers

    The Legislative Powers of the Union Parliament allow it to create laws across various subjects, including those in the Union and Concurrent Lists, as well as the State List during emergencies.

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  • 1.4.2

    Financial Powers

    This section outlines the financial powers held by the Union Parliament of India, emphasizing the role of the Lok Sabha and the limited advisory role of the Rajya Sabha concerning Money Bills.

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  • 1.4.3

    Executive Powers

    This section outlines the executive powers of the Union Parliament, focusing on the control of the Council of Ministers by the Lok Sabha and the procedure for passing a Vote of No Confidence.

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  • 1.4.4

    Electoral Powers

    This section outlines the electoral powers of the Union Parliament, specifically its role in electing the President and Vice-President of India.

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  • 1.4.5

    Judicial Powers

    Judicial powers allow the Union Parliament to impeach the President and remove judges, ensuring accountability within the judiciary.

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  • 1.4.6

    Constitutional Powers

    This section details the Union Parliament's power to amend the Constitution of India under Article 368.

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  • 1.5

    Law-Making Procedure

    The law-making procedure in the Indian Parliament consists of two main types of bills: Ordinary and Money Bills, each following specific steps for enactment.

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  • 1.5.1

    Ordinary Bill

    An ordinary bill is a proposed law that can be introduced in either house of the Indian Parliament, following a specific legislative process.

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  • 1.5.2

    Money Bill

    A Money Bill can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha and requires the President's recommendation, while the Rajya Sabha can merely discuss it without the power to amend or reject.

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  • 1.6

    Difference Between Lok Sabha And Rajya Sabha

    This section outlines the key differences between the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, the two houses of the Indian Parliament.

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  • 1.7

    Importance Of The Union Legislature

    The Union Legislature plays a crucial role in ensuring democracy, public participation, and checks on executive power in India.

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