SHORT ANSWER:
A party or coalition can form a government with the largest number of seats without a majority in the Lok Sabha.
DETAILS:
- In the Lok Sabha, a majority is achieved with 272 seats out of 543.
- A party or coalition with the highest number of seats can be invited to form the government, even if they do not have a majority.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- No specific punishment; it is a constitutional provision.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India, Article 75
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