Consider the following statements regarding the Rajya Sabha: 1. It is a permanent body and is not subject to dissolution. 2. One-third of its members retire every second year. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

💡 Solution & Explanation

Article 83 provides that the Rajya Sabha is a permanent chamber not subject to dissolution, with one-third of its members retiring at the expiration of every second year. Members have a tenure of six years. Incorrect statements ignore its permanent character compared to the Lok Sabha. Article 80 prescribes the maximum composition and allocation of seats for states and union territories.