What is the quorum to constitute a sitting of the Lok Sabha?
Last updated May 30, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option B —
One-Tenth of the total number of the House.
Detailed Explanation:
Definition of Quorum: A quorum is the minimum number of members required to be present in the House before it can transact any official business.
Constitutional Provision: Under Article 100(3) of the Constitution of India, the quorum for a sitting of either House of Parliament (Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha) is fixed at one-tenth (1/10th) of the total number of members of that House.
In Terms of Numbers:
The total strength of the Lok Sabha is 543.
Therefore, at least 55 members (including the Speaker or the person presiding) must be present to conduct a sitting of the Lok Sabha.
Role of the Presiding Officer: Under Article 100(4), if at any time during a meeting there is no quorum, it is the duty of the Speaker (or presiding officer) either to adjourn the House or to suspend the meeting until there is a quorum.
Answer verified by Quintessence Classes faculty — Karan Nagar, Srinagar.
