1982 Rajya Sabha elections

The 1982 Rajya Sabha elections, held in India, were conducted to fill vacant seats in the Council of States, the upper house of Parliament. These elections took place during a period marked by political turbulence following the Emergency period of 1975-1977 and the subsequent rise of various regional parties. The elections were significant in shaping the legislative agenda of the time, as they were characterized by intense political maneuvering among major parties, including the Indian National Congress, Bharatiya Janata Party, and several regional entities. A total of 24 members were elected in this round, enhancing the composition of the Rajya Sabha and reflecting the evolving political landscape of early 1980s India. The results had a lasting impact on subsequent legislative processes.