At present, the maximum strength of Rajya Sabha is-

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (B) 250

• The maximum strength of the Rajya Sabha (Council of States), as stipulated by the Indian Constitution, is 250 members.

• Currently, the Rajya Sabha has a total of 245 members:

  • 233 members are elected by the members of the State Legislative Assemblies and Union Territories through single transferable vote.

  • 12 members are nominated by the President of India for their contributions to literature, science, art, and social services.

• While the maximum capacity of the Rajya Sabha is 250 members, the actual membership stands at 245 due to vacancies and the fact that no additional members have been elected to fill these vacant positions.

• Rajya Sabha Composition:

  • It consists of elected members who represent the States and Union Territories of India, with members chosen based on the population of each state and union territory.

  • The nominated members represent individuals with notable achievements in fields such as arts, literature, social service, and science.

• Permanent Body: The Rajya Sabha is a permanent body, unlike the Lok Sabha, which is subject to dissolution every five years. This makes the Rajya Sabha a continuous body that ensures representation from the states and union territories without interruptions.