How many members of the Rajya Sabha are elected indirectly and are representatives of States and Union Territories?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) 238.
· Out of the total 245 members in the Rajya Sabha, 238 members are elected indirectly as representatives of the States and Union Territories. These members are elected by the elected members of the State Legislative Assemblies, and for Union Territories, by an electoral college.
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· Rajya Sabha Composition: The total strength is 245 members, of which 238 are elected, and 12 members are nominated by the President for their expertise in various fields.
· Election Process: The members are elected through a proportional representation system by means of a single transferable vote.
The Rajya Sabha serves as the upper house of India's Parliament, providing representation to the states and Union Territories in the federal legislative process.