Q. With reference to the Speaker of the Lok Sabha, consider the following statements :
While any resolution for the removal of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha is under consideration
1. He/She shall not preside.
2. He/She shall not have the right to speak.
3. He/She shall not be entitled to vote on the resolution in the first instance.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 1 and 2 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A
Notes:

Exp) Option a is the correct answer.

Statement 1 is correct. When any resolution for the removal of a Lok Sabha is under consideration, he cannot preside at the sitting of the Lok Sabha. However, he may be present in the house.

Statement 2 is incorrect. When any resolution for the removal of a Lok Sabha is under consideration, he can speak and take part in the proceedings of the House.

Statement 3 is incorrect. When any resolution for the removal of a Lok Sabha is under consideration, he is entitled to vote in the first instance and not in the case of an equality of votes.

Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/as-congress-mulls-resolution-against-ls-speaker-history-shows-even-legendary-mavalankar-wasnt-spared/article66674779.ece

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/supreme-court-reserves-judgment-on-whether-a-speaker-under-notice-can-disqualify-legislators/article66517337.ece

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