Consider the following statements regarding composition of Rajya Sabha: 1. The maximum strength of the Rajya Sabha is fixed at 280. 2. 24 members are nominated by president to Rajya Sabha. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. Consider the following statements regarding composition of Rajya Sabha:
1.The maximum strength of the Rajya Sabha is fixed at 280.
2.24 members are nominated by president to Rajya Sabha.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: D

Notes:

Explanation: The maximum strength of the Rajya Sabha is fixed at 250, out of which, 238 are to be the representatives of the states and union territories (elected indirectly) and 12 are nominated by the president.

Source: Laxmikanth

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