(1) Max=250(238+12), Presently=245 (229 states, 4UTs, 12 nominated)
(2) elected by MLAs of SLA of states, UT (DL, PY, J&K) using proportional repr by single transferrable vote; each state assigned fixed no. of RS seats
(3) Pr nominates 12 members with special knowledge or practical experience in art, literature, science and social service