SHORT ANSWER:
The Vice President of India serves as the presiding officer of the Rajya Sabha.
DETAILS:
- The Vice President presides over the sessions of the Rajya Sabha.
- They maintain order and decorum in the house.
- They have the authority to decide on points of order and can take disciplinary actions.
- They can cast a vote only in case of a tie.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- No specific punishment applies to the Vice President in this role, but improper conduct can lead to disciplinary actions by the house.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 64
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