Question

Who is appointed as the leader of the House in Rajya Sabha?

• A. The leader of opposition party
• B. Prime Minister or a Minister, who is a member of Rajya Sabha nominated by the Prime Minister
• C. A senior member nominated by the Chairman of the House
• D. A member of the House elected by majority of the House

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Prime Minister or a Minister, who is a member of Rajya Sabha nominated by the Prime Minister

• The Leader of the House in Rajya Sabha is a pivotal figure.

  • Option A (Leader of opposition party): This describes the Leader of the Opposition, not the Leader of the House.

  • Option B (Prime Minister or a Minister...): This is the correct definition. If the Prime Minister is a member of the Rajya Sabha, they can be the Leader of the House. Otherwise, the Prime Minister nominates a minister who is a member of the Rajya Sabha to be the Leader of the House. This minister is usually a senior and influential figure in the government.

  • Option C (A senior member nominated by the Chairman): The Chairman (Vice President) does not nominate the Leader of the House; it's a government appointment.

  • Option D (A member... elected by majority): This is not how the Leader of the House is chosen. It's a nomination by the Prime Minister.