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FUNCTIONS AND POWERS OF RAJYA SABHA (LEGISLATIVE POWERS (All non-money…
FUNCTIONS AND POWERS OF RAJYA SABHA
LEGISLATIVE POWERS
All non-money bills can originate in either House.
All bills must be passed by both Houses to become a law
In case of a disagreement between the Houses, the President can call for a joint sitting of both Houses which the Speaker of the LS presides over
Decisions at the joint sitting are taken by simple majority. Hence, the decision of the LS usually prevails (superiority of LS over RS)
FINANCIAL POWERS
A money bill is introduced on the recommendation of the President
All money bills can only originate in the LS as it is directly elected by the people. Since RS is indirectly elected, they cannot originate in RS. They are only sent to RS for recommendations
RS must pass the bill within 14 days or else it is considered passed.
The President must sign the bill
SPECIAL POWERS
Permanent House. Cannot be dissolved. 1/3rd of members retire every 2 yrs. Plays imp role when LS is dissolved and during emergency.
Can declare that it is in national interest for centre to legislate on subject mentioned in State List.
Can pass a resolution declaring that it is necessary for the creation of an All-India service. Resolution must be passed by 2/3rd majority.
ROLE IN FEDERAL SETUP
Members elected by members of state Legislative Assembly. Hence it represents the States.
Can declare that it is national interest that the centre legislate on a subject mentioned on the State List.
Can pass a resolution declaring that it is necessary for the creation of an All-India service. Resolution must be passed by 2/3rd majority.
Permanent House. Not subject to dissolution.Plays imp role when LS dissolved or during State of Emergency.
ADVANTAGES OF RAJYA SABHA
It is a permanent House. Cannot be dissolved. 1/3rd members retire every 2yrs. plays imp role during emergency and when LS is dissolved.
Provides a check on quick and hasty legislation which may be passed by LS.
Many bills originate here. Hence burden on LS is reduced.
Role in federal setup