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What is the term of office for a member of the Rajya Sabha?

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

Answer options

  1. 4 years
  2. 5 years
  3. 6 years
  4. Permanent

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 6 years

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) 6 years šŸ“š Explanation: While the Rajya Sabha itself is a permanent body and not subject to dissolution, its individual members are elected for a six-year term. To ensure continuity, one-third of the members retire every second year and are replaced by newly elected members. This structure allows the Upper House to provide a stable legislative presence even when the Lok Sabha is dissolved.