1962 Indian Rajya Sabha elections

The 1962 Indian Rajya Sabha elections were held to elect members to the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of India's Parliament, following the constitutional provision for regular elections to fill vacancies. The elections took place in the context of a growing political landscape influenced by the democratic principles enshrined in the Indian Constitution. Conducted across various states, the elections resulted in the selection of 66 representatives from state legislatures for six-year terms. The Indian National Congress emerged as the dominant party, consolidating its influence at the national level. These elections reflected the political dynamics of the time, including regional issues and party alignments, shaping the legislative agenda in the ensuing years.