Correct option is A
The correct answer is (A) 12
Explanation:
• The Rajya Sabha, the upper house of the Indian Parliament, consists of 250 members.
• Out of these, 12 members are nominated by the President of India.
• These nominated members are chosen for their expertise in fields such as literature, science, art, and social service.
Information Booster:
• The remaining members of the Rajya Sabha are elected by the State Legislative Assemblies and Union Territories through an electoral process based on proportional representation.
• The nominated members bring valuable knowledge and experience to the legislative process but are not elected through regular elections.
Additional Knowledge:
• The nominated members serve a term of 6 years, just like the elected members, but their re-election does not happen through a direct electoral process.
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