Q. Consider the following statements regarding the privileges of the State legislature:
1. Constitution has empowered the State legislature to define its privileges from time to time.
2. Privileges of the State legislature extends to the Governor of the State.
3. The Constitution provides for freedom of speech in the State legislature.
How many statements given above are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Exp) Option b is the correct answer.
Statement 1 is correct. Article 194 (3) of the Constitution has empowered the State legislature to make laws on power, privileges and immunities enjoyed by the member of the assembly. Hence, State legislature can define its privileges through law.
Statement 2 is incorrect. The Privileges enjoyed by State Legislatures does not extend to Governor (even Governor is an integral part of legislatures).
Statement 3 is correct. The Constitution has provided privileges in two parts: Collective and Individual privileges. Freedom of speech on the floor of the assembly to legislatures provided under Article 194(1) and is a part of Individual privileges.
