1. It can make laws on subjects given in state list.
2. The council of ministers is accountable to the state legislature and has to answer all the queries.
3. It can even pass a no-confidence motion.
4. If the Vidhan Sabha (Legislative Assembly) passes a resolution by a majority of 2/3rd of its members, the Union Parliament can abolish or re-establish the Vidhan Parishad. Thus, the life of the Vidhan Parishad depends upon the will of the Vidhan Sabha.
