Parliament is the supreme legislative body of a country, responsible for making laws, representing the electorate, and overseeing the government. In many democratic countries, the parliament is a key institution that ensures the government is accountable to the people.

In India, the Parliament consists of three main components:

Lok Sabha (House of the People): The lower house of Parliament, where members are directly elected by the people of India. It represents the citizens and is responsible for making and passing laws.

Rajya Sabha (Council of States): The upper house of Parliament, where members are elected by the elected members of State Legislative Assemblies, and by the members of the Electoral college for Union Territories, as well as nominated by the President. It represents the states and union territories of India.

The President of India: Apart from the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, the President of India is also a crucial part of the Parliament. The President’s role includes giving assent to bills passed by both houses, summoning and proroguing sessions of Parliament, and addressing joint sessions. The President’s approval is required for a bill to become law.

Together, these three components—the Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, and the President—constitute the Parliament of India.