Arrange the following states in the ascending order of their representation (seats) in the Council of States (Rajya Sabha):

Question

Arrange the following states in the ascending order of their representation (seats) in the Council of States (Rajya Sabha):

I. West Bengal

II. Rajasthan

III. Punjab

IV. Karnataka

Choose the correct answer:

1. A. III — II — IV — I (Correct answer)
2. B. III — IV — II — I
3. C. IV — I — II — III
4. D. II — III — IV — I

Correct Answer

Option A — III — II — IV — I

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is III — II — IV — I.

Key Points

• Rajya Sabha seats (ascending order): Punjab (III) = 7 seats, Rajasthan (II) = 10 seats, Karnataka (IV) = 12 seats, West Bengal (I) = 16 seats.
• Correct ascending sequence: III — II — IV — I.