Question 35
MediumOriginal questionMembers of the Rajya Sabha retire
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer A
Correct answer: A
Explanation
The Rajya Sabha is a permanent House and is never dissolved.
One-third of its members retire every two years, so each member serves a six-year term.
The Lok Sabha is the House with a five-year term, and it can be dissolved before that term ends.
- Concept
- The Rajya Sabha as a permanent House
- Typical timeTypical
- 40 s
- Your timeYours
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