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title: "Rajya Sabha: India's Upper Parliament Chamber"
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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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- The Rajya Sabha is the upper, indirectly elected, permanent second chamber of India's bicameral Parliament, representing the states and union territories.
- Why is the Rajya Sabha called a permanent house?
- What are the two exclusive special powers of the Rajya Sabha?
- Can the Rajya Sabha reject a Money Bill?
- How are members of the Rajya Sabha elected?

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