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How many members of the Rajya Sabha are nominated by the President of India?

  1. 12

  2. 11

  3. 10

  4. None of these
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Explanation

Article 80 of the Constitution provides that the Rajya Sabha shall consist of 250 members, of which 12 members are nominated by the President for their expertise in literature, science, art, and social service. The remaining 238 members are elected by the members of State Legislative Assemblies and Union Territories of Delhi and Puducherry.

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