What role does the Vice-President of India play in the Council of States when they are discharging the functions of the President?
When the Vice-President of India is discharging the functions of the President, they continue to hold their position as ex officio Chairman of the Council of States. However, during this time, the duties of the office are performed by the Deputy Chairman, or if the office of Deputy Chairman is also vacant, by such member of the Council of States as the President may appoint for the purpose.