Who has a right to dissolve 'House of the People'?

The Correct answer is President.

Key Points

• The President of India has the power to dissolve the Lok Sabha (House of the People).
• This power is derived from Article 85 of the Indian Constitution.
• The dissolution of the Lok Sabha can be done on the advice of the Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers.
• Once the Lok Sabha is dissolved, all its functions and powers come to an end, and new elections are held to reconstitute the House.
• The President's role in this regard is more of a formal action based on the advice of the Prime Minister.

 Additional Information

•  People of India
  • The People of India do not have the direct authority to dissolve the Lok Sabha.
  • Their role is to elect members of the Lok Sabha through general elections.
• Prime Minister
  • The Prime Minister can advise the President to dissolve the Lok Sabha but does not have the power to dissolve it directly.
  • The Prime Minister’s advice is often based on the political situation and the need for fresh elections.
• Council of States
  • The Council of States, or Rajya Sabha, is the upper house of India's Parliament and does not have the authority to dissolve the Lok Sabha.
  • The Rajya Sabha is a permanent body and cannot be dissolved.