Question

Your mother is a renowned social worker. She has neither contested nor won any election to the Rajya Sabha. But she has recently become a member of the Rajya Sabha. How is this possible?

Options

• She is appointed by the Chief Justice of India.

• She is nominated by the President.

• She is appointed by the Prime Minister.

• She is nominated by the State Governor.

Answer 1

She is nominated by the President.

Explanation:

The President nominates up to twelve Rajya Sabha members for special knowledge or experience in literature, science, art or social service. A renowned social worker can be nominated without contesting an election.