Q. Consider the following statements regarding the representation of Union Territories (UTs) in the Rajya Sabha:
1.The representatives of Union Territories in the Rajya Sabha are indirectly elected by an Electoral College constituted for this purpose.
2.All Union Territories of India have at least one representative in the Rajya Sabha.
3.The system of Proportional Representation by means of the Single Transferable Vote is used in the election of UT representatives to the Rajya Sabha.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 1 and 3 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation:

  • The representatives of Union Territories in the Rajya Sabha are indirectly elected by members of an Electoral College specially constituted for this purpose.
  • Only Delhi, Puducherry, and Jammu & Kashmir have representation in the Rajya Sabha. The remaining five UTs have populations too small to warrant representation.
  • The election is held by the System of Proportional Representation by means of the Single Transferable Vote, similar to State representatives.

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