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What is the 'Quorum' required to hold a meeting of either House of the Parliament?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. One-fifth of the total members
  2. One-tenth of the total members
  3. One-fourth of the total members
  4. One-third of the total members

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: One-tenth of the total members

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) One-tenth of the total members šŸ“š Explanation: Quorum is the minimum number of members required to be present in the House before it can transact any business. According to Article 103, the quorum for both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha is one-tenth of the total number of members of the House. This includes the person presiding as the Speaker or Chairman.