alleryAn assembly has 68 seats. At least how many MLAs does a party need for a majority?
A45
B51
C34
D35
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 35
1. A majority means more than half of 68.
2. Half of 68 is 34, so the party needs more than 34.
3. The least whole number above 34 is 35; 34 alone is only half.
_Source: NCERT Class 7 Social and Political Life II, Ch 3 How the State Government Works_
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