What is the role of the Vice-President in the Council of States, and what are the restrictions associated with this role?
The Vice-President of India has the role of ex officio Chairman of the Council of States. However, during any period when the Vice-President acts as President or discharges the functions of the President under Article 65, they shall not perform the duties of the office of Chairman of the Council of States and shall not be entitled to any salary or allowance payable to the Chairman of the Council of States under Article 97.