Chairperson of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council
| Chairperson of Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council | |
|---|---|
Seal of the Government of Uttar Pradesh | |
since 30 January 2021 | |
| Style | The Honourable |
| Type | Chairperson |
| Status | Highest authority and presiding officer of the Legislative Council |
| Member of | Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council |
| Reports to | Government of Uttar Pradesh |
| Residence | Lucknow |
| Seat | Vidhan Bhavan, Lucknow |
| Nominator | Members of the Legislative Council |
| Term length | No limit |
| Inaugural holder | Dr. Sir Sitaram |
| Deputy | Deputy Chairperson of the Legislative Council |
The chairperson of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council presides over the proceedings of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council. In the absence the deputy chairperson presides. The chairperson is elected internally by the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council.