Which one of the following statements about the Parliament of India is correct?
- A. A majority of members of Rajya Sabha are elected by a system of proportional representation by means of single transferable vote ✓
- B. The Deputy Chairperson of the Rajya Sabha is nominated by the President from among the members of the Rajya Sabha
- C. The Lok Sabha cannot be dissolved before the completion of its five year term
- D. The members of Lok Sabha also vote in the election of the members of Rajya Sabha
Correct Answer: A. A majority of members of Rajya Sabha are elected by a system of proportional representation by means of single transferable vote
Explanation
Out of 245 members in the Rajya Sabha, 233 are elected by the MLAs of states and union territories using the system of proportional representation by means of a single transferable vote.
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