The Vice-President of India serves as the ex-officio Chairman of which legislative body? 

Key Points

• The Vice-President of India serves as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
• The Rajya Sabha, also known as the Council of States, is the upper house of India's Parliament.
• The Vice-President's role as the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha is to preside over its sessions and ensure orderly conduct of business.
• In the event of a tie in voting, the Chairman has the casting vote.
• This position ensures that the Vice-President has a significant role in the legislative process of the country.

Additional Information

• The Vice-President of India is elected by an electoral college consisting of members of both houses of Parliament.
• The term of office for the Vice-President is five years, but they can be re-elected.
• The Rajya Sabha is a permanent body and is not subject to dissolution, with one-third of its members retiring every two years.
• The Rajya Sabha represents the states and union territories of India, providing a federal character to the legislature.
• The Vice-President can act as the President of India in the event of the President's death, resignation, or removal.