Question

What can be the maximum strength of members in the Lok Sabha?

• A. 545
• B. 550
• C. 552
• D. None of these

Hint:

Max 552 vs actual 543: always read whether a question asks maximum, current, or allocated.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Ceiling vs current strength. Article 81 provides a {maximum} of 552 (530 from States, 20 from UTs, and historically 2 Anglo-Indian nominees—now ceased). The current elected strength is 543.

Step 2: Avoid the trap. Many aspirants pick 545 or 550 by confusing with historical counts; the question asks the {maximum}.

Step 3: Conclude. \[ \boxed{\text{552 (Option C).}} \]