The President of India can nominate how many members to the Rajya

The President of India can nominate how many members to the Rajya Sabha?

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UPSC Combined Section Officer – 2019-20

The President of India can nominate 12 members to the Rajya Sabha.

– These members are nominated from among persons having special knowledge or practical experience in matters such as literature, science, art, and social service.
– This provision is made under Article 80 of the Constitution.

The maximum strength of the Rajya Sabha is fixed at 250, of which 238 are representatives of the States and Union Territories (elected indirectly), and 12 are nominated by the President.

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