Lok Sabha is also called:

Question

Lok Sabha is also called:

1. A. Council of States
2. B. Upper House
3. C. Lower House (Correct answer)
4. D. None of the above

Correct Answer

Option C — Lower House

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Lower House.

Key Points

• The Lok Sabha is the Lower House of Parliament, also called the House of the People.
• The Rajya Sabha is the Upper House, or Council of States.
• Lok Sabha members are directly elected by the people for a term of five years.

Additional Information

• Maximum strength is 550 — 530 from States and 20 from Union Territories.
• The Lok Sabha is the more powerful chamber in two decisive respects: a Money Bill can originate only there, and a no-confidence motion can be moved only there.
• In a joint sitting, called under Article 108, the Lok Sabha's larger numbers usually prevail. It is presided over by the Speaker.