9. The Rajya Sabha is merely a secondary house rather than a second house in the Indian Parliamentary system. Critically analyze the statement. Also, compare and contrast the position of the Rajya Sabha vis-à-vis the State legislative councils.

Approach:

♤ State the reasons why the Rajya Sabha has been deemed as a secondary house in the Indian Parliamentary system.

♤ List the importance of the Rajya Sabha.

♤ Compare and contrast the position of the Rajya Sabha and the State Legislative Councils.