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What is the quorum required to constitute a meeting of either House of Parliament under Article 100 of the Indian Constitution?
A. One-fourth of the total members of the House
B. One-tenth of the total number of members of each House✓ Correct Answer
C. Fifty members present in the chamber
D. One-third of the total members of the House
💡 Solution & Explanation
Article 100(3) of the Constitution mandates that the quorum to constitute a meeting of either Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha shall be one-tenth of the total number of members of that House. If there is no quorum during a meeting, it is the duty of the presiding officer either to adjourn the House or to suspend the meeting until there is a quorum. Total members include all seats filled and vacant.
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