JKSSB Written 2018
Answer & Explanation
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Option A —
Minimum number of members required to be present in the House to make the proceedings of that meeting valid
In simpler terms, a quorum is the "threshold" of attendance. If the number of members falls below this mark, the person presiding over the meeting (like the Speaker or Chairman) must either adjourn the House or suspend the meeting until the minimum requirement is met.Key Facts about Quorum in India
In the context of the Indian Parliament, the rules are quite specific:
The Magic Number: Under Article 100 of the Indian Constitution, the quorum for either House of Parliament is one-tenth (10%) of the total number of members of that House.
Including the Chair: This 10% count includes the person presiding (the Speaker or the Chairman).
The Requirement: If there is no quorum, it is the duty of the presiding officer to stop the proceedings. It ensures that a tiny minority cannot pass laws or make major decisions behind the backs of the rest of the legislature.
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