English

The Union Parliament is the supreme legislative body in the country. With reference to the Indian Parliament answer the following question: Explain the composition of the Rajya Sabha. - History and Civics

Advertisements
Advertisements

Question

The Union Parliament is the supreme legislative body in the country. With reference to the Indian Parliament answer the following question:

Explain the composition of the Rajya Sabha.

Answer in Brief

Solution

The Rajya Sabha has a maximum number of 250 members, which are divided into two categories: nominated and elected.

  1. Nominated Members: The President selects 12 members with specialised expertise or practical experience in areas such as literature, science, art, and social service.
  2. Elected Members: The remaining 238 members are elected delegates from the states and the two Union Territories of Delhi and Puducherry. Seats are apportioned based on population, resulting in an unequal distribution between states and union territories.
shaalaa.com
Rajya Sabha
  Is there an error in this question or solution?
2023-2024 (February) Official
Share
Notifications

Englishहिंदीमराठी


      Forgot password?
Use app×