Which is largest Lok Sabha constituency in India?
As of 2019, Malkajgiri is the largest Lok Sabha constituency by number of electors with 3,150,303. It first held elections in 2009 as a constituency of the South Indian state of Andhra Pradesh and its first member of parliament (MP) was Sarvey Sathyanarayana of the Indian National Congress.
In which name Lok Sabha is otherwise known?
According to Article 79 (Part V-The Union.) of the Constitution of India, the Parliament of India consists of the President of India and the two Houses of Parliament known as the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) and the House of the People (Lok Sabha).
Which state in India has election?
Current legislative assemblies in India
| State/Union Territory | Last Elections Held | Result Date |
|---|---|---|
| Kerala | 2021 | 2 May 2021 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 2018 | 11 December 2018 |
| Maharashtra | 2019 | 24 October 2019 |
| Manipur | 2017 | 11 March 2017 |
Which state has maximum number of members in Lok Sabha?
There can be a maximum of 552 members (530 states + 20 Union Territories + 2 Anglo Indians) in the Indian Lok Sabha….Hemant Singh.
| States | Constituencies |
|---|---|
| 1. Uttar Pradesh | 80 |
| 2. Maharashtra | 48 |
| 3. West Bengal | 42 |
| 4. Bihar | 39 |
Who is the House leader of Lok Sabha?
| Leader of the House in Lok Sabha | |
|---|---|
| Incumbent Narendra Modi since 26 May 2014 | |
| Style | His Excellency |
| Type | Parliamentary Leader |
| Status | Parliamentary chairman |
How many Lok Sabha constituencies are there in India?
There are 543 constituencies in India that take part in Lok Sabha elections. There are various doubts related to Lok Sabha constituencies which strike an aspirants’ mind. Below-given are answers to a few questions related to Lok Sabha constituencies which you may know for UPSC Prelims:
What is the role of the Lok Sabha?
Lok Sabha is the first chamber of the parliament and represents the people of India as a whole. The members elected by universal adult suffrage are part of Lok Sabha. The members of Parliament (MPs) are elected/appointed from states, union territories or are appointed from a field of particular expertise.
When did the term of the 15th Lok Sabha expire?
The previous election, to the 15th Lok Sabha, was conducted in April–May 2009, and its term would have naturally expired on 31 May 2014. The election to the 16th Lok Sabha was organised and conducted by the Election Commission of India (ECI) and was held in multiple phases, to better handle the large electoral base and security concerns.
Who is the Speaker of Lok Sabha 2019?
Following 17th Lok Sabha elections (2019 General Elections), Om Birla is the speaker of Lok Sabha. (To read more on the Lok Sabha Speaker, check the linked article.)