President Nominates Harivansh to Rajya Sabha:

Why in News:

The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, has nominated Harivansh Narayan Singh to the Rajya Sabha. This nomination fills a vacancy created due to the retirement of a previously nominated member.

• The nomination was made under Article 80 of the Constitution.

About Rajya Sabha: Article 80

Article 80 of the Indian Constitution deals with the composition of the Rajya Sabha.

Important Provisions

• Maximum Strength: 250 members
• Current Strength (2026): 245 members
• Nominated Members: 12 members nominated by the President
• Eligibility for Nomination:
  • Excellence in:
    • Art
    • Literature
    • Science
    • Social Service

Seat Allocation

• Based on population of states
• Examples:
  • Uttar Pradesh: Highest representation (31 seats)
  • Goa & Sikkim: 1 seat each

Tenure & Retirement

• Term: 6 years
• Rotation System:
  • One-third members retire every 2 years
• Ensures continuity of the House

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