Q. Consider the following statements about elections to the Rajya Sabha (Council of States):

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only

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2 only

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Both 1 and 2

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Neither 1 nor 2

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Solution

The correct option is D Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: Article 80 provides representation to Union Territories along with the states in the Rajya Sabha.

Statement 2 is incorrect: The members of the Legislative Council do not participate. They are elected by elected members of the State Assembly.

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Consider the following statements about elections to Rajya sabha:

Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?

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