QUESTION

Easy

Indian Polity

Prelims 2024

With reference to the Speaker of the Lok Sabha, consider the following statements :

While any resolution for the removal of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha is under consideration

  1. He/She shall not preside.
  2. He/She shall not have the right to speak.
  3. He/She shall not be entitled to vote on the resolution in the first instance.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Explanation

Statement 1 is correct. According to Article 96(2) of the Indian Constitution, the Speaker cannot preside while a resolution for his/her removal is under consideration. However, they can vote on the resolution.

Statement 2 is incorrect. The Speaker retains the right to speak even during the proceedings of their removal.

Statement 3 is incorrect. The Speaker is entitled to vote on the resolution for their removal. They do not have a casting vote in this instance.

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