Article 170 of the Constitution states that the Legislative Assembly of each State shall consist of not more than 500 and not less than 60 members chosen by direct election from territorial constituencies in the State. However, the Constitution allows for exceptions to the minimum number of 60 members for certain states and union territories. Sikkim's Legislative Assembly has 32 members, which is less than the prescribed minimum but is permitted under specific provisions.
As per Constitution of India, the Legislative Assembly of a State consists of not more than 500 and not less than 60 Members, but which one of the following states has 32 Members?
Asked in WBCS Main Paper 5 2023 · Topic: The State Legislature (Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha): Structure, Duration, Membership)
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