Mention any three Special powers of the Rajya Sabha

Union Legislature (10)

The Powers and Functions of the Indian Parliament are wide ranging. In this context, Mention any three Special powers of the Rajya Sabha that is usually not enjoyed by the other House.

Answer

They are:

  1. It may by a resolution adopted by 2/3rd majority, empower the Parliament to make laws with respect to subjects in the State List.
  2. It may declare the creation of a new All India Service in the national interest.
  3. If Lok Sabha is dissolved before or after the declaration of national emergency, Rajya Sabha takes over the functions of the Parliament.
  4. It is a permanent House.
  • Exam Year: 2017