Indian Politics

Q. The minimum number of members that must be present to hold the meeting of the Lok Sabha is

A
one-tenth of the total membership of the Houses
B
one-fourth of the total membership
C
50 percent strength of the Lok Sabha
D
at least 100 members

Correct Answer

one-tenth of the total membership of the Houses

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