History & Civics
Who presides over the Rajya Sabha? Who elects the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?
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The Vice-President of India is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha. He presides over its meetings.
The Rajya Sabha elects a Deputy Chairman from among its members. In the absence of the Chairman, he performs all functions and duties of the Chairman.
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