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Question

Which one of the following pairs of states have equal representation in the Council of States?

  1. Andhra Pradesh and Gujarat
  2. Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu
  3. Gujarat and Rajasthan
  4. Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu

Answer:

Option A: Andhra Pradesh and Gujarat

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Andhra Pradesh and Gujarat”.

Both Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh have 11 seats each in the Rajya Sabha, reflecting their equal representation.