Correct option is C
The quorum required for a meeting of the Rajya Sabha (Council of States) to be valid is one-tenth of the total membership, which is 25 members. This quorum is necessary for the house to function and conduct business, such as debating and passing legislation.
- Quorum Definition: The quorum refers to the minimum number of members required to be present for the house to conduct its business legally.
- Rajya Sabha: The Rajya Sabha is the upper house of India's Parliament, and its total membership is 245 members.
- Quorum in Lok Sabha vs Rajya Sabha: While the quorum in the Rajya Sabha is 25 members, the quorum required in the Lok Sabha (the lower house) is 10% of the total membership, which is 55 members.
- Importance of Quorum: The quorum ensures that decisions are made with sufficient representation and are not taken by an insufficient or unrepresentative group of members.
- Functioning of the House: If there is no quorum, the house cannot transact any official business, such as voting on bills or motions.