GyanGramIndian Polity · Prelims 2012 Q249
Consider the following statements: 1. Union Territories are not represented in the Rajya Sabha. 2. It is within the purview of the Chief Election Commissioner to adjudicate the el…
Stem and options.
Consider the following statements:
1. Union Territories are not represented in the Rajya Sabha.
2. It is within the purview of the Chief Election Commissioner to adjudicate the election disputes.
3. According to the Constitution of India, the Parliament consists of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha only.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Source: UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2012. Syllabus tags and explanation are GyanGram editorial joins for learning—not official UPSC metadata.
Correct option D
• Correct Answer: D
• All three statements are incorrect: Delhi, Puducherry, and Jammu & Kashmir are UTs represented in the Rajya Sabha.
• Election disputes are adjudicated by the Supreme Court (President/Vice-President) and High Courts (MPs/MLAs), not the CEC.
• Article 79 states Parliament consists of the President, Lok Sabha, and Rajya Sabha.
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