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Consider the following statements:

  1. 1.Union territories are not represented in the Rajya Sabha.
  2. 2.It is within the purview of the Chief Election Commissioner to adjudicate election disputes.
  3. 3.According to the Constitution of India, Parliament consists of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha only.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. A.1 Only
  2. B.2 and 3
  3. C.1 and 3 only
  4. D.None
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: D. None

Union Territories are indeed represented in the Rajya Sabha, with seats allocated based on population. Election disputes are primarily handled by the judiciary, not the Chief Election Commissioner, whose role is to superintend, direct, and control elections. The Indian Parliament, as per Article 79 of the Constitution, consists of the President, the Lok Sabha, and the Rajya Sabha.

Source: UPSC gs1 2012

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