{"id":35793,"date":"2025-07-19T13:21:39","date_gmt":"2025-07-19T07:51:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=35793"},"modified":"2025-07-19T13:21:41","modified_gmt":"2025-07-19T07:51:41","slug":"rajya-sabha-nominations-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Rajya Sabha Nominations 2025: President Murmu Appoints Four New Members Under Article 80"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#Rajya_Sabha_nominations_2025_President_Droupadi_Murmu_nominates_Harsh_Vardhan_Shringla_Ujjwal_Nikam_Sadanandan_Master_and_Meenakshi_Jain_to_the_Upper_House_under_Article_80_Read_full_details_for_UPSC_SSC_and_other_government_exams\" >Rajya Sabha nominations 2025: President Droupadi Murmu nominates Harsh Vardhan Shringla, Ujjwal Nikam, Sadanandan Master, and Meenakshi Jain to the Upper House under Article 80. Read full details for UPSC, SSC, and other government exams.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#President_Murmu_Nominates_Four_Members_to_Rajya_Sabha\" >President Murmu Nominates Four Members to Rajya Sabha<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#Who_Are_the_Nominees\" >Who Are the Nominees?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#What_Does_the_Rajya_Sabha_Nomination_Mean\" >What Does the Rajya Sabha Nomination Mean?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#Implications_for_Governance_and_Policy\" >Implications for Governance and Policy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#Constitutional_Framework_Process\" >Constitutional Framework &amp; Process<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >Why This News Is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#Strengthening_Parliamentary_Expertise\" >Strengthening Parliamentary Expertise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#Relevance_for_Aspirants\" >Relevance for Aspirants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#Reflecting_National_Priorities\" >Reflecting National Priorities<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#Constitutional_Provision\" >Constitutional Provision<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#Precedents\" >Precedents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#2025_Nomination_Cycle\" >2025 Nomination Cycle<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CPresident_Murmu_Nominates_Four_Members_to_Rajya_Sabha%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from &#8220;President Murmu Nominates Four Members to Rajya Sabha&#8221;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#1_Who_nominates_members_to_the_Rajya_Sabha\" >1. Who nominates members to the Rajya Sabha?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#2_On_what_basis_are_members_nominated_to_the_Rajya_Sabha\" >2. On what basis are members nominated to the Rajya Sabha?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#3_Who_are_the_four_individuals_nominated_by_President_Murmu_in_July_2025\" >3. Who are the four individuals nominated by President Murmu in July 2025?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#4_What_is_the_duration_of_the_term_for_nominated_Rajya_Sabha_members\" >4. What is the duration of the term for nominated Rajya Sabha members?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#5_Why_is_this_nomination_significant_for_competitive_exams\" >5. Why is this nomination significant for competitive exams?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#6_What_is_Article_802_of_the_Constitution_of_India\" >6. What is Article 80(2) of the Constitution of India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#7_Can_nominated_members_vote_in_Presidential_elections\" >7. Can nominated members vote in Presidential elections?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajya-sabha-nominations-2025\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rajya_Sabha_nominations_2025_President_Droupadi_Murmu_nominates_Harsh_Vardhan_Shringla_Ujjwal_Nikam_Sadanandan_Master_and_Meenakshi_Jain_to_the_Upper_House_under_Article_80_Read_full_details_for_UPSC_SSC_and_other_government_exams\"><\/span><strong>Rajya Sabha nominations 2025<\/strong>: President Droupadi Murmu nominates Harsh Vardhan Shringla, Ujjwal Nikam, Sadanandan Master, and Meenakshi Jain to the Upper House under Article 80. Read full details for UPSC, SSC, and other government exams.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"President_Murmu_Nominates_Four_Members_to_Rajya_Sabha\"><\/span>President Murmu Nominates Four Members to Rajya Sabha<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>On <strong>12 July 2025<\/strong>, President <strong>Droupadi Murmu<\/strong> approved the nomination of four distinguished individuals to the <strong>Rajya Sabha<\/strong>, India\u2019s upper house of Parliament. These are <strong>Harsh Vardhan Shringla<\/strong>, former Foreign Secretary; <strong>Ujjwal Nikam<\/strong>, renowned public prosecutor; <strong>C. Sadanandan Master<\/strong>, educator and social activist; and <strong>Meenakshi Jain<\/strong>, historian and educator. Their six-year terms commence from <strong>21 July 2025<\/strong>. Such nominations, made on the government&#8217;s advice, highlight India&#8217;s commitment to incorporating domain experts into legislative processes <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Are_the_Nominees\"><\/span>Who Are the Nominees?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Harsh Vardhan Shringla<\/strong> brings decades of diplomatic experience, having served as India\u2019s Foreign Secretary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ujjwal Nikam<\/strong> gained prominence as the public prosecutor in high-profile cases such as the 26\/11 Mumbai attacks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>C. Sadanandan Master<\/strong>, a teacher from Kerala and BJP leader, is known for his resilience and advocacy in education.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meenakshi Jain<\/strong> is a respected historian focused on medieval and ancient Indian history.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_the_Rajya_Sabha_Nomination_Mean\"><\/span>What Does the Rajya Sabha Nomination Mean?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These four nominations utilize the <strong>President\u2019s constitutional power<\/strong> under Article 80, which allows for the appointment of experts in fields like literature, science, art, and social service. With <strong>250 seats<\/strong>, of which <strong>12 are Presidential nominees<\/strong>, the Rajya Sabha ensures diverse expertise enriches parliamentary discourse <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Implications_for_Governance_and_Policy\"><\/span>Implications for Governance and Policy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Bringing subject-matter experts into Parliament may enhance legislative quality and policy deliberations. For instance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Foreign policy<\/strong> benefits from Shringla\u2019s insider perspectives.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Legal reforms and justice<\/strong> gain from Nikam\u2019s prosecutorial insight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Education and social welfare<\/strong> see advocacy through Sadanandan Master&#8217;s contributions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cultural and historical understanding<\/strong> is deepened via Jain\u2019s research expertise.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Constitutional_Framework_Process\"><\/span>Constitutional Framework &amp; Process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The President&#8217;s power to nominate stems from <strong>Article 80(2)<\/strong> of the <strong>Constitution of India<\/strong>, aimed at ensuring Parliament is enriched by individuals with exceptional expertise. These nominations are <strong>non-elective<\/strong> and based solely on merit. The new members begin their <strong>six-year<\/strong> tenure starting from <strong>21 July 2025<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Rajya-Sabha-nominations-2025\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.studyiq.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/15104301\/518254335_10226671156116163_8200841913770943928_n.jpg\" alt=\"Rajya Sabha nominations 2025\" title=\"Rajya Sabha nominations 2025\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rajya Sabha nominations 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News Is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strengthening_Parliamentary_Expertise\"><\/span>Strengthening Parliamentary Expertise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nominations by President Murmu infuse the Rajya Sabha with high-caliber professionals, enhancing the <strong>quality of legislation<\/strong> and <strong>policy oversight<\/strong>. Such experts offer nuanced views on diplomacy, judiciary, education, and history\u2014areas critical for informed debates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_for_Aspirants\"><\/span>Relevance for Aspirants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>For students preparing for <strong>civil services<\/strong>, <strong>SSC<\/strong>, <strong>Banking<\/strong>, and other government exams, this news illustrates the <strong>constitutional role<\/strong> of the President in legislative appointments, domain-specific contributions, and the significance of <strong>Article 80<\/strong> in exam syllabi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reflecting_National_Priorities\"><\/span>Reflecting National Priorities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The selection underscores current national priorities\u2014<strong>strengthened foreign diplomacy<\/strong>, <strong>judicial accountability<\/strong>, <strong>educational reform<\/strong>, and <strong>cultural awareness<\/strong>\u2014which are frequent themes in <strong>essay writing<\/strong> and <strong>general studies<\/strong> sections of competitive exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Constitutional_Provision\"><\/span>Constitutional Provision<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Indian Constitution (Article 80) empowers the <strong>President<\/strong> to nominate up to <strong>12 members<\/strong> with special expertise to the Rajya Sabha. This mechanism fosters a balance between <strong>elected representation<\/strong> and <strong>appointed specialized insight<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Precedents\"><\/span>Precedents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nominations have historically included luminaries like <strong>Dr. Manmohan Singh<\/strong>, <strong>Lalan Singh Yadav<\/strong>, <strong>Sudha Murty<\/strong>, and <strong>P. T. Usha<\/strong>, across diverse domains including economics, literature, science, and sports <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2025_Nomination_Cycle\"><\/span>2025 Nomination Cycle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>2025 Rajya Sabha elections<\/strong> allocated 10 seats via state legislatures, with <strong>4 additional nominations<\/strong> by the President, including the four in question\u2014highlighting a blend of political and expert representation <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CPresident_Murmu_Nominates_Four_Members_to_Rajya_Sabha%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from &#8220;President Murmu Nominates Four Members to Rajya Sabha&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>#<\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Nominations were made on <strong>12 July 2025<\/strong>, with terms starting <strong>21 July 2025<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>Nominees include Harsh Vardhan Shringla (diplomacy), Ujjwal Nikam (law), C.\u202fSadanandan Master (education\/social work), Meenakshi Jain (literature\/history).<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>These appointments utilize the <strong>President\u2019s constitutional power under Article 80(2)<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>The aim is to enhance parliamentary debates with <strong>expertise in foreign policy, legal justice, education, and historiography<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>Such nominations play a key role in <strong>competitive exam studies<\/strong>, highlighting constitutional provisions and national priority areas.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rajya Sabha nominations 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Who_nominates_members_to_the_Rajya_Sabha\"><\/span>1. Who nominates members to the Rajya Sabha?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>President of India<\/strong> nominates up to <strong>12 members<\/strong> to the Rajya Sabha under <strong>Article 80<\/strong> of the Constitution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_On_what_basis_are_members_nominated_to_the_Rajya_Sabha\"><\/span>2. On what basis are members nominated to the Rajya Sabha?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Nominations are based on individuals\u2019 <strong>special knowledge or practical experience<\/strong> in fields such as <strong>literature, science, art, and social service<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Who_are_the_four_individuals_nominated_by_President_Murmu_in_July_2025\"><\/span>3. Who are the four individuals nominated by President Murmu in July 2025?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The nominated members are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Harsh Vardhan Shringla<\/strong> (Diplomat)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ujjwal Nikam<\/strong> (Public Prosecutor)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>C. Sadanandan Master<\/strong> (Educator &amp; Social Activist)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meenakshi Jain<\/strong> (Historian)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_is_the_duration_of_the_term_for_nominated_Rajya_Sabha_members\"><\/span>4. What is the duration of the term for nominated Rajya Sabha members?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The tenure for each nominated member is <strong>six years<\/strong>, starting from the date of appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Why_is_this_nomination_significant_for_competitive_exams\"><\/span>5. Why is this nomination significant for competitive exams?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important for questions on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Indian Polity (Article 80)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Current Affairs<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Appointments and Resignations<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Roles of Constitutional Authorities<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_is_Article_802_of_the_Constitution_of_India\"><\/span>6. What is Article 80(2) of the Constitution of India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Article 80(2) empowers the <strong>President to nominate 12 members<\/strong> to the Rajya Sabha with expertise in specific fields.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Can_nominated_members_vote_in_Presidential_elections\"><\/span>7. 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