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Home The Constitution Part VI Article 189
Art. 189 Part VI: The States

Voting in Houses, Power of Houses to Act Notwithstanding Vacancies and Quorum

Exact text — Constitution of India

(1) Save as otherwise provided in this Constitution, all questions at any sitting of a House of the Legislature of a State shall be determined by a majority of votes of the members present and voting, other than the Speaker or Chairman, or person acting as such... (3) If at any time during a meeting of the Legislative Assembly of a State there is no quorum, it shall be the duty of the Speaker or person acting as such either to adjourn the House or to suspend the meeting until there is a quorum. (4) The quorum to constitute a meeting of a House of the Legislature of a State shall be ten members or one-tenth of the total number of members of the House, whichever is greater.

In Plain English

What this Article actually means

The state-level mirror of Article 100's voting and quorum rules — simple majority voting (with the presiding officer generally not voting except to break a tie), and a specific quorum requirement (the greater of 10 members or one-tenth of total membership, slightly different phrasing from the Union's pure one-tenth rule, but functionally similar).
Why This Matters To You

How it shows up in everyday life

This ensures the same basic democratic decision-making and minimum-attendance principles apply consistently to State Legislature proceedings as to Parliament's.

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Art. 100 — Voting in Houses, Power of Houses to Act Notwithstanding Vacancies and Quorum
Frequently Asked

Quick answers about Article 189

What happens if a State Assembly sitting doesn't have quorum?
The Speaker (or acting presiding officer) has a specific duty to either adjourn the House or suspend the meeting until quorum is restored, ensuring business isn't improperly conducted without adequate attendance.
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The text above reproduces Article 189 of the Constitution of India as amended to date, for general educational reference. It is public-domain legislative text, but we recommend cross-checking the authoritative version at legislative.gov.in or india.gov.in before relying on it for a legal matter. The explanation, examples and FAQs are general information, not legal advice — consult a qualified advocate for guidance on your specific situation.