Rajya Sabha

The Rajya Sabha is the upper house of India's Parliament, representing the states and union territories. It functions alongside the lower house, the Lok Sabha, to make laws, review legislation, and oversee the government. Members are elected by elected representatives of state legislatures and some are appointed. The Rajya Sabha provides regional and expert perspectives in legislative processes, with a stability due to its longer terms and staggered elections. It plays a crucial role in shaping national policy, ensuring states' interests are considered, and acting as a forum for experienced deliberation in India's parliamentary system.