[Solved] The Legislative Council of a State: I. is not subject to dissolution. II. can be abolished by the State Legislative Assembly. III. can be abolished by the President on the Governor's recommendation.

Q.	The Legislative Council of a State: I. is not subject to dissolution. II. can be abolished by the State Legislative Assembly. III. can be abolished by the President on the Governor's recommendation.
A.	I only
B.	II only
C.	I and II
D.	III only
Answer» C. I and II

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