The Rajya Sabha is the upper house of the Indian Parliament, representing the states. Its members are indirectly elected by the State Legislative Assemblies, ensuring representation of the states in the Union legislature.
Who chooses the representatives of the state in the Rajya Sabha?
Asked in WBCS Main Paper 5 2021 · Topic: The Parliament (Rajya Sabha: Composition, Duration, Electoral System)
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Answer: B. Elected members of the State Legislative As‐ sembly
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