WBCS.LIVE practice question

The total number of members in the Rajya Sabha cannot exceed-

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. 245 members
  2. 250 members
  3. 545 members
  4. 552 members

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 250 members

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) 250 members šŸ“š Explanation: According to Article 80 of the Indian Constitution, the maximum permitted strength of the Rajya Sabha (Council of States) is strictly capped at 250 members. Out of these, 238 members represent the States and Union Territories, while the remaining 12 members are specially nominated by the President for their expertise in various fields.