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Consider the following statements

2012

Consider the following statements:
1. Union Territories are not represented in the Rajya Sabha.
2. It is within the purview of the Chief Election Commissioner to adjudicate election disputes.
3. According to the Constitution of India, the Parliament consists of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha only.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)

1 only

(b)

2 and 3

(c)

1 and 3

(d)

None

Explanation

Statement 1 is incorrect because two Union Territories, Delhi and Puducherry, are represented in the Rajya Sabha. Statement 2 is incorrect because the power to adjudicate election disputes lies with the High Courts. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Parliament of India consists of the President, the Lok Sabha, and the Rajya Sabha.