Polity
2024
Parliament Structure

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?

B.1 and 2 only
A.1 only
D.1, 2 and 3
C.2 and 3 only

Correct Answer: Option A

When a resolution for the removal of the Speaker is under consideration in the Lok Sabha, the following rules apply:

  • The Speaker shall not preside over the sitting of the House, although they may be present.
  • The Speaker retains the right to speak and participate in the proceedings of the House.
  • The Speaker is entitled to vote on the resolution in the first instance, but does not have a casting vote in the event of a tie.

Statement 1 is correct. Statements 2 and 3 are incorrect. Hence, only statement 1 is correct.