What is the minimum quorum required for a sitting of the National Assembly under Article 55 of the Constitution of Pakistan?
Correct answer: D. One-fourth of its total membership
- A. One-tenth of its total membership
- B. One-fifth of its total membership
- C. One-third of its total membership
- D. One-fourth of its total membership
Explanation
The quorum for a sitting of the National Assembly is one-fourth of its total membership. If the required quorum is not present, the sitting must be adjourned or suspended according to the constitutional procedure.
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