Question

Which among the following states has the highest representation in the Lok Sabha? 
1. Uttar Pradesh
2. Tamil Nadu 
3.  Andhra Pradesh 
4. Rajasthan

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : Uttar Pradesh

The correct answer is Uttar Pradesh.

• The maximum strength of the Lok Sabha House is 552 members - 530 members to represent the States, 20 members to represent the Union Territories, and 2 members to be nominated by the President from the Anglo-Indian Community.
• The Lok Sabha at present consists of 545 members i.e 530 members are directly elected from the States and 13 from Union Territories, while the President of Indian nominates two members to represent the Anglo Indian Community. 
• Uttar Pradesh has the highest number of Lok Sabha seats i.e 80.
• Tamil Nadu has 39 Lok Sabha seats.
• Andhra Pradesh and Rajasthan have 25 Lok Sabha seats each.

• Lok Sabha:
  • Lok Sabha is the lower house of the parliament.
  • Rajya Sabha is a permanent house and is not subject to dissolution while the Lok Sabha has a five-year term, and is subject to dissolution at the end of its term.
  • The Lower House can be dissolved earlier by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister. 
  • It can also be dissolved if the President feels that no feasible government can be formed after the resignation or fall of a regime.
  • The maximum strength of the House is 552 members.
  • To become a member of Parliament, one should not be less than 30 years of age in the case of Rajya Sabha and not less than 25 years of age in the case of Lok Sabha
  •  To become a member of Lok Sabha, a candidate should have the following eligibility criteria:
    • The candidate should be a citizen of India.
    • The candidate should have at least 25 years of age.
    • The candidate should not hold an office of profit under the Indian government or the government of any other state.
    • The candidate should not be an unstable mind.