Which one among the following Lok Sabhas had the shortest span?

[amp_mcq option1=”2nd Lok Sabha” option2=”5th Lok Sabha” option3=”9th Lok Sabha” option4=”12th Lok Sabha” correct=”option4″]

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The 12th Lok Sabha, constituted in March 1998, had the shortest span among the given options. It lasted only about 13 months, dissolving in April 1999, leading to fresh elections in September-October 1999. The 9th Lok Sabha (1989-1991) lasted about 1 year and 4 months. The 2nd Lok Sabha (1957-1962) completed its full five-year term. The 5th Lok Sabha (1971-1977) was initially elected for five years but was extended during the Emergency period and eventually dissolved prematurely, serving a term of about 6 years and 4 months.

– Lok Sabha terms are generally five years, but can be dissolved earlier.
– The shortest-lived Lok Sabha terms are typically a result of coalition governments losing confidence or other political instability leading to early elections.

– The 1st Lok Sabha served its full term from 1952 to 1957.
– The 6th Lok Sabha (1977-1980) was also dissolved prematurely, serving about 2 years and 4 months, shorter than the 9th but longer than the 12th.

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