CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Twelve members are nominated to the Rajya Sabha by the President of India for six-years term for their contributions towards arts, literature, sciences, and social services. This right has been bestowed upon the President according to the Fourth Schedule (Articles 4(1) and 80(2)) of the Constitution of India.

Detailed explanation-2: -The potential seating capacity of the Rajya Sabha is 245 (233 elected, 12 appointed), according to article 80 of the Indian Constitution.

Detailed explanation-3: -All about Deduction under Section 80C As per the Constitution of India, the Government of India can levy tax on any income (barring agricultural income) generated in India, in accordance with the regulations under the Income Tax Act, 1961.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Fourth Schedule to the Constitution provides for allocation of seats to the States and Union Territories in Rajya Sabha. The allocation of seats is made on the basis of the population of each State.