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The correct answer is: A. Any person who is eligible for member of Rajya Sabha
The Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha is elected by the members of Rajya Sabha from amongst themselves. The Deputy Chairman presides over the sittings of the Rajya Sabha in the absence of the Chairman. He has all the powers of the Chairman except the power to nominate members to Rajya Sabha.
The eligibility criteria for being a member of Rajya Sabha are as follows:
- A person must be a citizen of India.
- He/She must have completed 30 years of age.
- He/She must be qualified for election as a member of the House of the People.
The Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha is a very important position in the Indian Parliament. He/She plays a vital role in the smooth functioning of the Rajya Sabha.