Indian Polity • Parliament & ExecutiveEasy
How many members represent the State of Uttarakhand in the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of the Parliament of India)?
A. 3 members✓ Correct Answer
B. 5 members
C. 9 members
D. 11 members
💡 Solution & Explanation
Uttarakhand is represented by 3 elected members in the Rajya Sabha, chosen by the elected members of the Uttarakhand Legislative Assembly through proportional representation via single transferable vote. Other figures represent either Lok Sabha allocation or incorrect state representation numbers. Rajya Sabha members serve a six-year term with one-third retiring every second year.
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