Vice President

What is the position of the Vice President in India?
The Vice President is the second highest office in India after the President.
How is the Vice President elected in India?
The Vice President is elected by an electoral college consisting of the members of both Houses of Parliament (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha).
Who are not included in the electoral college for electing the Vice President?
The members of the state legislatures are not included.
What is the system of election for the Vice President?
The Vice President is elected by the system of proportional representation through the single transferable vote and voting is done by secret ballot.
What are the qualifications to become the Vice President of India?
The person must be a citizen of India, at least 35 years old, and qualified to become a member of the Rajya Sabha. They must not hold any office of profit.
How many electors must subscribe to a nomination for the Vice President election?
At least 20 electors must propose and 20 electors must second the nomination.
What is the security deposit for Vice President candidates?
Candidates must make a security deposit of ₹15,000 in the Reserve Bank of India.
Who administers the oath of office to the Vice President?
The oath is administered by the President or another person appointed by the President.
What conditions must the Vice President meet regarding membership and office?
The Vice President should not be a member of either House of Parliament or a state legislature and must not hold any other office of profit.
What is the term of office for the Vice President?
The Vice President serves for a term of 5 years from the date they assume office.
How can the Vice President be removed from office?
The Vice President can be removed by a resolution of Rajya Sabha, passed by an absolute majority and agreed to by the Lok Sabha.
What is the procedure to remove the Vice President?
A resolution for removal cannot be moved unless at least 14 days' notice is given.
What causes a vacancy in the office of the Vice President?
A vacancy can occur due to the expiry of the tenure, resignation, removal, death, or disqualification by the Supreme Court.
Who decides disputes regarding the election of the Vice President?
The Supreme Court decides all disputes related to the election of the Vice President.
What is the role of the Vice President in the Rajya Sabha?
The Vice President serves as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha and performs similar functions to the Speaker of Lok Sabha.
What happens when there is a vacancy in the office of the President?
The Vice President can act as the President during the vacancy for a maximum period of 6 months.
Does the Vice President perform Rajya Sabha duties when acting as President?
No, while acting as President, the Vice President does not perform the duties of the Chairman of Rajya Sabha.
What are the emoluments of the Vice President?
The Vice President draws a salary as the ex-officio Chairman of Rajya Sabha but is not entitled to the President’s salary or allowances when acting as President.
Which article of the Constitution deals with the Vice President of India?
Articles 63 to 71 deal with the office of the Vice President of India.
What is the responsibility of the Vice President under Article 64?
Under Article 64, the Vice President serves as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
What does Article 65 provide for regarding the Vice President?
Article 65 allows the Vice President to act as President in certain situations.
What is the process of election for the Vice President under Article 66?
Article 66 specifies the election process for the Vice President of India.
What does Article 67 mention about the Vice President’s term?
Article 67 defines the term of office for the Vice President.
What does Article 69 require regarding the Vice President’s oath?
Article 69 outlines the requirement for the Vice President to take an oath or affirmation before assuming office.
What does Article 70 state regarding the President’s functions?
Article 70 deals with the discharge of the President’s functions by the Vice President in certain contingencies.
What does Article 71 deal with in relation to the Vice President?
Article 71 relates to matters connected with the election of the Vice President.

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