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Question
Answer the following question briefly:
Give an account of the Rajya Sabha with reference to its term.
Solution
Its term: The Rajya Sabha is a permanent House. It cannot be dissolved by the President/Each member is elected for a period of 6 years. One-third of its members retire every 2 years. Members can be re-elected.
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