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Which schedule of the Constitution deals with the allocation of seats in the Rajya Sabha to the states?

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

Answer options

  1. First Schedule
  2. Third Schedule
  3. Fourth Schedule
  4. Eighth Schedule

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Fourth Schedule

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) Fourth Schedule šŸ“š Explanation: The Fourth Schedule of the Indian Constitution explicitly details the exact allocation of seats in the Rajya Sabha (Council of States) for every State and Union Territory. The number of seats allotted to each state is primarily determined on the basis of its total population. For example, highly populated states like Uttar Pradesh have the maximum number of representatives.