Upper House elections (Rajya Sabha): Who elects the members of the Rajya Sabha in India? Consider the indirect election method used, with proportional representation by single transferable vote. Choose the correct electorate.
General Knowledge
Indian Politics
Difficulty: Easy
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Answer
Correct Answer: Elected members of the State Legislative Assembly (MLAs)
Explanation
Given data
- House: Rajya Sabha (Council of States).
Concept/ApproachRajya Sabha members are indirectly elected by the elected MLAs of State/UT Assemblies using proportional representation by the single transferable vote system. MLCs do not constitute the electoral college for these seats.
Final AnswerElected members of the State Legislative Assembly (MLAs)