Rajya Sabha Vs Lok Sabha: Top 5 Key Differences To Know
By Anshika Verma24, Oct 2023 12:20 PMjagranjosh.com
Lok sabha vs rajya sabha
Lok Sabha is known as the ‘House of People’ and Rajya Sabha is known as the ‘Council of States.’ Tap to read about the top 5 key differences between Rajya Sabah and Lok Sabha!
What is the strength of both houses?
The lower house's strength is 552 people. 250 people make up the upper house's strength.
Minimum age to become a member
A member must be 25 years old to join Lok Sabha. The age requirement to join Rajya Sabha is 30 years old.
Who is the chairman of both houses?
The Speaker is in charge of the Lok Sabha. The Vice President presides over the Rajya Sabha.
How do members elect in both houses?
Direct elections are one option for choosing a representative for eligible voters in Lok Sabha. Consisting of individuals who were chosen indirectly by the members of the Assemblies of States and Union Territories in Rajya Sabha.
Power of both the houses
The Lok Sabha has the authority to accept or reject a money bill. Although Rajya Sabha has the authority to defend the interests of the states against the Union, it is unable to reject a money bill.