What is the quorum needed for a sitting of either House of Parliament?

One-tenth of the total number of members of the HouseCorrect answerYour answerOne-fourth of the total number of members of the HouseCorrect answerYour answerOne-third of the members present and votingCorrect answerYour answerA simple majority of the total number of membersCorrect answerYour answer

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Article 100(3) fixes the quorum of each House at one-tenth of its total number of members.
If there is no quorum, the presiding officer must adjourn the House or suspend the sitting until there is one.

Concept: Quorum in Parliament
Typical timeTypical: 50 s
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What is the quorum needed for a sitting of either House of Parliament?

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