2012 · Q54
Consider the following statements relating to the procedure of the election of the Speaker and the Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha:
- 1The election of a Speaker shall be held on such date as the Prime Minister may fix.
- 2The election of a Deputy Speaker shall be held on such date as the Speaker may fix.
- 3At any time before noon on the day preceding the date so fixed, any member may give notice of a motion that another member be chosen as Deputy Speaker.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
General KnowledgeIndian Polity
- A2 and 3 only
- B2 only
- C1 and 3 only
- D1, 2 and 3
Explanation
The Speaker's election date is fixed by the President (not PM), so 1 is wrong; 2 and 3 are correct. Key: A.