The Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Parliament of India, currently has 543 members who are directly elected from various states and Union Territories based on population
. These 543 seats are distributed among the states and Union Territories, with some seats reserved for Scheduled Castes (84 seats) and Scheduled Tribes (47 seats) to ensure representation of marginalized communities
. The Constitution of India allows for a maximum strength of up to 550 members in the Lok Sabha, but currently, the house has 543 elected members
. There can also be up to two nominated members representing the Anglo-Indian community if the President feels they are underrepresented, but this provision has not been used recently
. In summary:
- Total elected members: 543
- Maximum allowed members (including nominated): up to 550
- Seats reserved for SC: 84
- Seats reserved for ST: 47
This composition is based on the latest general elections held in 2024 for the 18th Lok Sabha
