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Who will be elected as the Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha-

A. Any person who is eligible for member of Rajya Sabha

B. Any member who is working as a member of Rajya Sabha

C. Any member of the Parliament

D. A person nominated to Rajya Sabha by the President

Answer: Option B

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Rajya Sabha elects one Deputy Chairman from among its members to preside over the proceedings of the house in the absence of Chairman. Deputy Chairman has no fixed tenure. He or She can serve as a Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha till he/she remains a member of Rajya Sabha.

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