Quorum in Parliament cannot be obtained if ........

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Quorum in Parliament cannot be obtained if

Leader of Opposition (LoP) is absent from House proceedings

The whip is not present

Fifty per cent of House strength is not met

None of the above is correct

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Explanation:

Quorum in Parliament simply means presence of more than 10% of the actual strength of the House. It is not related to the absence of presence of any particular member. If LoP or even the Leader of the house (let’s say PM) is absent, the house still conducts business. Censure motions or resolutions against the government on behalf of the house can be raised by any opposition member. So, R is also wrong