1966 Rajya Sabha elections

The 1966 Rajya Sabha elections in India were conducted to fill 28 vacant seats in the upper house of Parliament, underscoring the legislative importance and political dynamics of the period. These elections were held on March 14, 1966, across various states, following the provisions set out in the Constitution of India and the Representation of the People Act. The Rajya Sabha, being a crucial component of the Indian parliamentary system, is composed of members elected by the elected members of State Legislative Assemblies, along with representatives from the Union territories. The 1966 elections reflected the political landscape dominated by the Indian National Congress, with the party securing a significant number of seats, thereby reinforcing its influence in the legislative process during a turbulent era in Indian politics.