How many members can be nominated by the President of India to the Rajya Sabha?

Explanation

The correct answer is (C) 12 Explanation: • Under Article 80 of the Constitution, the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) is composed of not more than 250 members, of whom 12 are nominated by the President of India. • These members are persons having special knowledge or practical experience in fields such as Literature, Science, Art, and Social Service. Information Booster: • The Rajya Sabha is a permanent body and is not subject to dissolution. • One-third of its members retire every second year. Additional Knowledge: • 14 (Option D): Previously, the President could nominate 2 members from the Anglo-Indian community to the Lok Sabha (total 12+2=14), but this was abolished by the 104th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2019.