​The Rajya Sabha should consist of NOT more than _______________ members.​

Correct option is C

• The maximum number of members in the Rajya Sabha is 250.

Rajya Sabha:

• It comes under article 80. Rajya Sabha is a permanent body and not subject to dissolution.
• Its maximum strength is 250.
• The total membership of the present Rajya Sabha is 245 however one-third of members retire every second year.
• Their seats are filled up with fresh elections and a presidential nomination at the beginning of every third year.
• There are no seats reserved for SCs and STs in Rajya Sabha. Representation of People Act, 1951 provided the term of office of a member of the Rajya Sabha shall be six years.
• A total of 238 members are elected by a single transferable vote. 12 members are nominated by the President from persons having special knowledge or practical experience of literature, science, art, and social service.