Indian Polity • Parliament & ExecutiveHard
Examine the office of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha: 1. The Speaker ceases to hold office immediately upon the dissolution of the Lok Sabha. 2. The date of election of the Speaker is fixed by the President of India.
A. 1 only
B. 2 only✓ Correct Answer
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
💡 Solution & Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect because the Speaker does not vacate office when the Lok Sabha is dissolved; they continue in office until immediately before the first meeting of the newly elected Lok Sabha. Statement 2 is correct as the President of India fixes the date for the election of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha following a general election. The Speaker maintains order and decorum in the house and certifies Money Bills.
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