Correct Answer: 19

Solution : The correct answer is 19

Maharashtra holds 19 parliamentary seats in the Rajya Sabha, also known as the Council of States . The allocation of these seats is determined by the distribution of seats outlined in the fourth schedule of the Indian Constitution, primarily based on the population of states. Uttar Pradesh receives the highest number of seats, with a total of 31, making it the state with the most representation. Maharashtra follows closely with the second-highest number of seats at 19 , while Tamil Nadu holds 18 seats.