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The Union Parliament — Question 12

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Question 12

What do we mean when we say that the Rajya Sabha is a permanent body? What is the term of office of a Rajya Sabha member?

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The Rajya Sabha is a permanent House as it cannot be dissolved like the Lok Sabha. Each member of the Rajya Sabha is elected for a period of six years. One-third of the total members of the House retire after every two years. Members can be re-elected if they so desire and if their electors support them.

Each member of the Rajya Sabha is elected for a period of six years. One-third of the total members of the House retire after every two years.