What are the powers and functions of the chairperson of the Rajya Sabha?
Political ScienceClass 10CBSEAnswered 31 Mar 2026
Answer
The Vice President of India is the chairperson of Rajya Sabha to perform the following
functions:
To preside over the meetings of Rajya Sabha.
To allow members to speak.
To maintain relevance in debates and to stop the members if anyone uses
un¬parliamentary language.
He is the custodian of the diginity of house and protects the privileges of the
members of the Rajya Sabha.
He preserves order in the house and if situation goes out of control he can suspend
the meetings.
He is not allowed to vote, but in case of equality of votes, he has a casting vote.
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