Q. Consider the following statements regarding “Secretariat of Parliament”:
1.The secretariat of each House is headed by a secretary-general.
2.Secretary – General is a permanent officer and is appointed by the presiding officer of the House.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation: Each House of Parliament has separate secretarial staff of its own, though there can be some posts common to both the Houses.

  • Their recruitment and service conditions are regulated by Parliament. The secretariat of each House is headed by a secretary-general.
  • He is a permanent officer and is appointed by the presiding officer of the House.

Source: Laxmikanth

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