Which one of the following is not a category under which the President

Which one of the following is not a category under which the President of India nominates Members of Parliament ?

Literature*

Science

Art

State Service

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UPSC CDS-2 – 2022

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According to Article 80(3) of the Constitution of India, the President can nominate 12 members to the Rajya Sabha (Council of States). These members are nominated from amongst persons having special knowledge or practical experience in respect of matters such as literature, science, art, and social service. “State Service” is not listed as a category for Presidential nomination to Parliament.

– The nomination aims to provide representation in the Rajya Sabha to distinguished persons who might not otherwise be elected.
– The categories specified in the Constitution are exhaustive for the purpose of nomination under this provision.

Nominated members have the same rights and privileges as elected members, except that they cannot vote in the election of the President of India (though they can vote in the election of the Vice-President).

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