1955 Indian Rajya Sabha elections

The 1955 Indian Rajya Sabha elections were held to fill 21 of the 250 seats in the upper house of India's Parliament, the Rajya Sabha. These elections were conducted across various states between March and April 1955, forming a crucial part of the democratic process in post-independence India. The elections were notable for the participation of numerous political parties, reflecting the diverse political landscape of the country. The Indian National Congress, the dominant political party at the time, aimed to strengthen its position in the Rajya Sabha. These elections contributed to the ongoing development of India's parliamentary system and its legislative framework, shaping the future of Indian governance.