The members of the Rajya Sabha are elected for a period of

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Q: 37 (IES/2004)
The members of the Rajya Sabha are elected for a period of

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Polity

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IES

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{'rajya sabha': [50, 3, 22, 40], 'years': [1, 0, 0, 2]}

The correct answer is option 4: 6 years.

The Rajya Sabha is the upper house of the Parliament of India. Members of the Rajya Sabha are elected by the members of the State Legislative Assemblies using a system of proportional representation. The term of a member of the Rajya Sabha is important because it determines the frequency of elections and the stability of the house.

Option 1: 3 years - This is not the correct answer. The term of a member of the Rajya Sabha is longer than 3 years.

Option 2: 4 years - This is not the correct answer. The term of a member of the Rajya Sabha is longer than 4 years.

Option 3: 5 years - This is not the correct answer. The term of a member of the Rajya Sabha is longer than 5 years.

Option 4: 6 years - This is the correct answer. Members of the Rajya Sabha are elected for a period of 6 years. After the 6-year term, one-third of the members retire and fresh elections are held to fill the vacant seats.

In summary, members of the Rajya Sabha are elected for a period of 6 years.