UPSC Prelims PYQ 2006: Rajya Sabha power to legislate on State List
Consider the following statements:
- The Rajya Sabha alone has the power to declare that it is necessary in the national interest for Parliament to legislate on a subject in the State List.
- Resolutions approving the Proclamation of Emergency are passed only by the Lok Sabha.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- Under Article 249 of the Indian Constitution, the Rajya Sabha can pass a resolution, supported by at least two-thirds of its members present and voting, to empower Parliament to legislate on subjects in the State List. This must be deemed necessary in the national interest.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- The proclamation of Emergency must be approved by both Houses of Parliament within one month.
Answer: (a) 1 only
