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Which of the following statements regarding Rajya Sabha is/are correct? 1. The maximum permissible strength of Rajya Sabha is 250. 2. In Rajya Sabha, 238 members are elected indirectly from the States and Union Territories. 3. It shares legislative powers equally with Lok Sabha in matters such as the creation of All India Services. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Which of the following statements regarding Rajya Sabha is/are correct? 1. The maximum permissible strength of Rajya Sabha is 250. 2. In Rajya Sabha, 238 members are elected indirectly from the States and Union Territories. 3. It shares legislative powers equally with Lok Sabha in matters such as the creation of All India Services. Select the correct answer using the code given below: Correct Answer 1 and 2 only

  • Rajya Sabha is also known as the Upper House of the Parliament.
  • Rajya Sabha is not subjected to dissolution.
  • The Vice President of India is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
  • Article 84 of the Indian Constitution includes the provision of qualification deemed to be necessary to become Rajya Sabha member.
  • In Rajya Sabha, 238 members are elected indirectly from the States and Union Territories. 12 members are nominated by the President from amongst people expertise in any of the following subject- literature, science, art, and social service.
  • Article 312 says that an All India Service can be created only if the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) declares, by resolution supported by not less than a two-thirds majority. It can not be created by Lok Sabha.

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