1953 Rajya Sabha elections

The 1953 Rajya Sabha elections were held in India to fill the vacancies in the upper house of Parliament, the Rajya Sabha. Conducted on March 24, 1953, these elections followed the initial formation of the Rajya Sabha in 1952, which was established under the Constitution of India. The elections were conducted through a staggered process, with representatives being elected by the elected members of the State Legislative Assemblies. A total of 27 seats were contested across various states, reflecting the political dynamics of the newly independent nation. The Indian National Congress emerged as the dominant party, consolidating its power in the upper house. The elections were significant in shaping the legislative framework and political landscape of India in the early years of its democracy.