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The quorum of the Parliament is fixed at ?
A
10 percent of the total members of the House
B
33.33 percent of the total members of the House
C
50 percent of the total members of the House
D
80 percent of the total members of the House
Correct Answer:
A
10 percent of the total members of the House
- The quorum of the Indian Parliament is governed by Constitution of India, Article 100.
- Quorum refers to the minimum number of members required to be present for the House to conduct its business.
- The Constitution fixes the quorum at one-tenth (1/10) of the total membership of the House.
- This rule applies to both Houses of Parliament: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.
- For example, if the Lok Sabha has 545 members, at least 55 members must be present to conduct valid proceedings.
- If the quorum is not met, the presiding officer may adjourn or suspend the sitting until the required number of members is present.
- The quorum requirement ensures adequate representation and participation in parliamentary proceedings, preventing a small number of members from making decisions on behalf of the entire House.