What legal provisions govern Rajya Sabha elections and seat allocation?

Modified on Tue, 15 Apr at 7:57 AM

The elections and composition of the Rajya Sabha are governed by:

  • Article 80 of the Constitution

  • Fourth Schedule (for seat allocation)

  • Representation of the People Act, 1950 and 1951 (for the manner of elections)

  • Specific Reorganisation Acts and Constitutional Amendments (for structural and regional changes)

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