The duration of the Rajya Sabha is ______________.
A
4 years
B
5 years
C
2 years
D
of a permanent nature
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1. Rajya Sabha is the upper House of the Parliament of India.
2. It is also known as council of States.
3. It is not subject to dissolution.
However, one-third members of the Rajya Sabha retire every second year.
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