Question

With reference to the Lok Sabha, consider the following statements: 1. The Indian Constitution has provided for the maximum strength of the Lok Sabha.

2. The quorum for the Lok Sabha is 10% of this maximum strength.

• A. Only 1
• B. Only 2
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Only 1

The maximum strength of the House envisaged by the Constitution of India is 552, which is made up by election of up to 530 members to represent the states; up to 20 members to represent the Union Territories and not more than two members of the Anglo-Indian Community to be nominated by the President of India. Statement 2 is incorrect: The quorum for the House is 10% of the total membership (and not the maximum strength).