By Harsh Malhotra, Founder, Delhi MUN · Last updated
A Rajya Sabha committee simulates the Council of States, the upper house of India's Parliament. Delegates debate bills and national policy as members, usually with a focus on states, federalism and reasoned review of legislation. Exact procedure and who delegates represent depend on the conference's background guide.
| Feature | Rajya Sabha | Lok Sabha |
|---|---|---|
| Role | Council of States; upper house | House of the People; lower house |
| Membership | Up to 250 members, 12 nominated by the President | Directly elected members |
| Duration | Permanent; one-third retire every second year | Runs for a term and can be dissolved |
| Presiding officer | Vice-President of India (ex officio Chairman) | Speaker |
| Money Bills | May recommend changes only | Introduced and decided here |
| Government accountability | Council of Ministers is not collectively responsible to it | Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to it |
In real life members are chosen largely by the elected members of State legislative assemblies, with twelve nominated for expertise in fields such as literature, science, art and social service. MUN conferences adapt this in different ways, for example by assigning delegates as members, party representatives or state representatives, so read the background guide before you start researching.
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