The correct answer is: A. President on the recommendation of the Governor
The Legislative Council in a State in India may be created or abolished by the President on the recommendation of the Governor. This is according to Article 169 of the Constitution of India.
The Legislative Council is a permanent body, unlike the Legislative Assembly which is subject to dissolution. The Legislative Council has a maximum of 60 members, of whom 1/3rd are elected by the members of the Legislative Assembly, 1/3rd are elected by the members of local bodies, and 1/3rd are nominated by the Governor.
The Legislative Council has the same powers as the Legislative Assembly, except that it cannot introduce a money bill. It can, however, amend a money bill after it has been passed by the Legislative Assembly.
The Legislative Council is a valuable institution in the Indian democracy. It provides a forum for the representation of minority interests and for the discussion of important issues. It also acts as a check on the power of the Legislative Assembly.