Consider the following statements regarding the Rajya Sabha: 1. The constitutional provisions regarding the composition of the Rajya Sabha are mentioned in Article 80. 2. The maximum strength of the Rajya Sabha is fixed at 250 members. 3. Currently, the Rajya Sabha has 245 representatives. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Parliament, Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha & Legislative Procedure — question ID 679
Options
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Explanation
Article 80 of the Constitution defines the composition of the Rajya Sabha. It states that the maximum strength of the Rajya Sabha can be 250. At present, it has 245 active members.