Exp) Option c is the correct answer.

Statement a is correct. As the functions of the Parliament are varied, complex and voluminous it is assisted by a number of parliamentary committees in the discharge of its duties.

Statement b is correct. The parliamentary committees are created by the respective houses of the Parliament itself and hence they work under the direction of the Speaker/ Chairman.

Statement c is incorrect. The parliamentary committees submit its report to the House or to the Speaker / Chairman and not to President.

Statement d is correct. The standing committees are permanent in nature and works continuously.