1997 Indian Rajya Sabha elections

The 1997 Indian Rajya Sabha elections were conducted to fill vacancies in the upper house of Parliament, Rajya Sabha, from various states. This election was notable as it occurred amidst a backdrop of political volatility in India, following the late 1990s coalition governments. Held in June 1997, the elections filled 10 seats that had become vacant due to retirements and party changes. Key political parties, including the Indian National Congress, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and regional parties, were engaged in intense competition for representation. The outcomes significantly influenced parliamentary dynamics and party strategies, shaping future legislative decisions and the political landscape leading up to the subsequent general elections.