UP has a bicameral legislature; its upper house (Legislative Council) has a sanctioned strength of 100 members. Members are elected through various methods—MLAs, local authorities, teachers, graduates, and nominated. It functions as a revising chamber like the Rajya Sabha.

The Governor is appointed by the President under Article 155 of the Constitution. He acts as the constitutional head of the state. The appointment is generally based on advice from the Union Council of Ministers.

Uttar Pradesh sends 31 members to the Rajya Sabha, the highest among all Indian states. Rajya Sabha members are elected by MLAs through proportional representation. This reflects UP's large population and legislative size.

As per Article 173 of the Indian Constitution, the minimum age to become an MLA and thereby eligible for CM is 25. There is no separate provision for CM; he/she must be a member of the state legislature. Eligibility includes Indian citizenship and no disqualifications.

Govind Ballabh Pant served as the first CM of Uttar Pradesh from 1950 to 1954. He played a major role in shaping UP’s early administrative framework post-independence. Pant was also an active participant in India’s freedom movement.

The UP Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha) has 403 elected members, making it the largest state assembly in India. It represents constituencies across the entire state. This number was fixed under the Delimitation Act, 2008.

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The policy helps traditional exporters access subsidies, training, and market linkages. District Export Promotion Committees (DEPCs) are set up under this initiative. It complements ODOP and aims to boost foreign trade.

NABARD funds projects like rural roads, irrigation, storage, and watershed development. It also supports SHGs and microcredit institutions. In UP, NABARD plays a pivotal role in promoting rural livelihoods.

ODOP has encouraged local production while digital portals like Udyam have simplified MSME registration. These measures have enhanced formalization of businesses. UP accounts for nearly 14% of total MSMEs in India.

UP is India’s top milk-producing state, and improving native breeds is key to increasing yield. The program supports veterinary services, feed quality, and dairy infrastructure. Women SHGs are also involved in dairy entrepreneurship.

A majority of UP’s population still depends on agriculture for livelihood. This highlights the importance of agri-reforms and farm support policies. Diversification and mechanization are key for increasing rural incomes

Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) plans and oversees infrastructure and industrial development. It falls under the NCR planning zone. GNIDA provides land and incentives to attract industries.

The summit, held in Lucknow, is a flagship event to promote business opportunities and policy reforms. It has attracted MoUs worth over ₹4 lakh crore. It strengthens UP’s image as an investment-friendly state.

UP leads in the number of Jan Dhan accounts opened, indicating deep penetration of banking services. It helps ensure DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) of subsidies. The state has over 6 crore accounts under this scheme.

After the introduction of GST, it has become the major source of revenue for UP. It covers taxes on goods and services sold within the state. UP also receives compensation and shares from the central pool.

Disguised unemployment occurs when too many people are involved in agricultural activities with little or no contribution. It's common in UP’s villages where surplus labor exists. Land reforms and rural industry promotion aim to resolve this.

UP's urbanization level is lower than the national average, with only about 22% of people living in urban areas. This indicates scope for development in urban infrastructure and services. Migration to cities is increasing steadily.

The corridor aims to make UP a hub for defence production under the “Make in India” initiative. It spans districts like Aligarh, Jhansi, and Chitrakoot. It’s projected to attract ₹20,000 crore in investments.

As a major agrarian state, UP contributes nearly one-fifth of India's total food grain output. Wheat and rice are dominant crops. This makes UP crucial for national food security.

This scheme promotes traditional artisans and craftspeople (including women) by providing skill training and financial assistance. It boosts self-employment, especially in rural and semi-urban areas. Support is also extended for purchasing modern tools.

Pulses dominate agriculture in the drought-prone Bundelkhand region, but frequent monsoon failure leads to economic distress. Low productivity and irrigation deficiency are major challenges. Government schemes now aim to provide crop insurance and micro-irrigation.