History & Civics
Mention the ways in which the Vice-President's office is a unique feature of the Indian Constitution.
President & Vice-President
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The Vice President is the second head of the Union Executive. He is also the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha (Union Legislature). Thus, he has two distinct and separate offices. This dual capacity is one of unique features of the Indian Constitution.
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