The Vice President of India is elected by an electoral college consisting of

Question

The Vice President of India is elected by an electoral college consisting of

1. A. Members of both the Houses of Parliament (Correct answer)
2. B. Members of the Rajya Sabha only
3. C. Members of the Lok Sabha only
4. D. Members of both Houses of Parliament and members of Legislative Assemblies of all States

Correct Answer

Option A — Members of both the Houses of Parliament

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Members of both the Houses of Parliament.

Key Points

• The Vice President of India is elected by members of an Electoral College consisting of members of both Houses of Parliament (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha) — by secret ballot.
• Unlike the President, members of State Legislative Assemblies do NOT participate in the VP election.
• The VP is elected under Article 66 of the Constitution.