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The maximum strength of the Lower House of Parliament is:

The correct answer is
552

Parliament's Lower House Maximum Strength

The question asks for the maximum number of members the Lower House of Parliament can have.

Identifying the Lower House

  • The Lower House of the Indian Parliament is known as the Lok Sabha.
  • It represents the people of India directly.

Maximum Strength of Lok Sabha

According to the Constitution of India and relevant acts, the maximum strength of the Lok Sabha is stipulated.

The current maximum strength is established at 552 members.

  • This includes seats for representatives from states and union territories.
  • There is also a provision for nominated members (though currently suspended).

Therefore, the maximum strength of the Lower House of Parliament is 552.

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Important Questions from Parliament

  1. The Council of Ministers shall not exceed ______% of the total number of members of the Assembly of States.

  2. When was the first Session of the Lok Sabha of independent India held?

  3. As of 31st October 2023, the senior-most member (in terms of age) in the 17th Lok Sabha, Shafiqur Rahman Barq represents which political party?

  4. Which one of the following statements about the Parliament of India is correct?

  5. A maximum of ______ members can be nominated by the President of India to become the member of the Rajya Sabha.

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