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How many members of the Rajya Sabha retire from the house every 2 years?
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- 1/6 of the total members
- 1/3 of the total members
- 1/12 of the total members
- 5/6 of the total members
Correct Option: B
The Rajya Sabha is also known as “Council of States” or the upper house. Rajya Sabha is a permanent body and is not subject to dissolution. However, one third of the members retire every second year, and are replaced by newly elected members.