Which Schedule of the Indian Constitution deals with the allocation of seats in Rajya Sabha?
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A.
Third Schedule
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B.
Fourth Schedule
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C.
Fifth Schedule
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D.
Sixth Schedule
Correct Answer:
B. Fourth Schedule
Explanation:
The Fourth Schedule of the Constitution of India specifies the allocation of seats in the Rajya Sabha (Council of States) to each State and Union Territory. According to Article 80(2), the distribution of these seats is determined based on the population of each respective region. While the maximum constitutional strength of the Rajya Sabha is 250 members, the current strength is 245, including 233 elected representatives and 12 members nominated by the President. This schedule ensures that states with larger populations receive proportional representation in the upper house of Parliament. In contrast, the Third Schedule relates to oaths and affirmations, the Fifth Schedule concerns the administration of Scheduled Areas and Tribes, and the Sixth Schedule deals with tribal areas in specific northeastern states. Therefore, the Fourth Schedule is the correct constitutional provision for Rajya Sabha seat allocation.
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