Correct answer: (b) 20
Explanation
- A
15
15 is below the constitutional ceiling for Union Territory members in the Lok Sabha. It is not the keyed maximum. Undercounting Article 81 is the trap.
- B
20
(b) Official key: Maximum representation from the Union Territories in the Lok Sabha is 20. Article 81(1)(b) allows not more than twenty members from the UTs. Among 15, 20, 25 and none, 20 is the official cap.
- C
25
25 exceeds the Article 81 UT cap. It is not the constitutional maximum. Overcounting is the distractor.
- D
None of the above
None of the above would deny that a numbered cap exists. The Constitution does fix a UT maximum, so this option fails.
Summary. Official key is (b). Lok Sabha UT seats cannot exceed twenty. Fifteen is too low; twenty-five is too high; ‘none’ ignores Article 81. Keep 20. The official letter is (b).