alleryLok Sabha total 543: 270 yes, 100 no, 30 abstain on an Article 368 bill. Does it pass?
AYes; over half vote yes
BNo; fewer than 272 yes
CYes; two-thirds suffice
DNo; 400 yes are needed
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. No; fewer than 272 yes
Although 270 exceeds two-thirds of the 370 votes cast, it falls below the required majority of 543, which is 272.
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