Vidhan Sabha is like the "people's house" at the state level. It exists in all Indian states. People vote directly to choose the Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs). The number of MLAs depends on the state’s population. This body makes laws for the state, controls the state’s budget, and holds the state government accountable. The government in the state, led by the Chief Minister, must have the support of a majority of MLAs. Vidhan Sabha members are elected for a term of five years.
Vidhan Parishad (Legislative Council)
Vidhan Parishad is like the "second house" in some states, not all. It works like a review or advisory body for the laws made by the Vidhan Sabha. Members of the Legislative Council (MLCs) are not directly elected by the people but are chosen through various methods like elections by MLAs, graduates, and teachers, or nominated by the Governor. Vidhan Parishad is a permanent body, and members serve for six years, with one-third of them retiring every two years.
Lok Sabha (House of the People)
Lok Sabha is the lower house of Parliament at the national level. It represents the people of India directly, with members (MPs) elected through general elections. The total number of members is up to 552. Lok Sabha makes laws for the whole country, controls the budget, and holds the national government accountable. The Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers must have the support of the majority of Lok Sabha members. The Lok Sabha is elected for a term of five years.
Rajya Sabha (Council of States)
Rajya Sabha is the upper house of Parliament, representing the states of India. It has up to 250 members and is not directly elected by the public. Instead, members are elected by state legislatures or nominated by the President. Rajya Sabha is a permanent body and cannot be dissolved, with members serving for six years. It reviews and suggests changes to laws passed by the Lok Sabha and plays a key role in protecting the interests of the states.
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