1955 Rajya Sabha elections

The 1955 Rajya Sabha elections in India were a significant political event held to elect members to the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of Parliament, as part of the larger democratic process established by the Constitution of India. These elections, conducted in the context of India's post-independence political landscape, saw the participation of various state legislatures and electoral colleges, which were responsible for electing their respective representatives. The elections resulted in the selection of 12 members for the Rajya Sabha, reflecting the political dynamics of the period, including the dominance of the Indian National Congress and the emerging regional parties. The elections exemplified the evolving nature of Indian democracy and its institutions in the mid-20th century.