What is the maximum number of members in the Lok Sabha?

Category: Miscellaneous Indian Gk

Hint: Consider the constitutional limit set for the Lok Sabha.

Correct Answer: B) 552

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway

Difficulty: Easy

Explanations:

530 members representing the states of India.

20 members representing the Union Territories of India.

Up to 2 members who can be nominated by the President of India to represent the Anglo-Indian community if the President feels that the community is not adequately represented in the Lok Sabha.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Incorrect. The maximum number of members in the Lok Sabha is not 400; it is higher, as set by the Constitution of India.
Option B: Correct. The Constitution of India sets the maximum number of members in the Lok Sabha at 552, which includes 530 members representing the states, 20 members representing the Union Territories, and up to 2 members nominated by the President of India.
Option C: Incorrect. The maximum number of members in the Lok Sabha is not 600; the Constitution sets a specific limit of 552.
Option D: Incorrect. The maximum number of members in the Lok Sabha is not 500; the Constitution sets a specific limit of 552.

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