With reference to the Panel of Vice-Chairpersons of the Rajya Sabha, consider the following statements: 1. The Chairman of Rajya Sabha nominates members to the Panel of Vice-Chairpersons. 2. A member of the panel can preside over the House only in the absence of both the Chairman and the Deputy Chairman. 3. A member of the panel can preside over the House even when the office of the Chairman or Deputy Chairman is vacant. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 1 and 3 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1 only

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation:

The Chairman nominates the panel from among the members of the Rajya Sabha.
Members of the panel can preside only in the absence (i.e., temporary unavailability) of the Chairman and Deputy Chairman, but not when the posts are vacant.
When the office (not just presence) of the Chairman or Deputy Chairman is vacant, panel members cannot preside. Instead, a member appointed by the President discharges the duties until the vacancy is filled.

Source: Laxmikant (Polity)