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Question
Your father is a renowned scientist. He has neither contested nor won any election to the Rajya Sabha. But he has recently become a member of the Rajya Sabha. How is this possible?
Options
He is appointed by the Chief Justice of India.
He is nominated by the President.
He is appointed by the Prime Minister.
He is nominated by the State Governor.
MCQ
Solution
He is nominated by the President.
Explanation:
Without running for office, your father could have been nominated to the Rajya Sabha as a famous scientist. The President of India can designate 12 Rajya Sabha members from literature, science, art, and social service. This lets experts in their disciplines contribute to legislation without voting.
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