Question 84 from UPSC CSE 2024 - Polity & Governan ce

Question

With reference to the Speaker of the Lok Sabha, consider the following statements:
1. While any resolution for the removal of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha is under consideration, 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?

IASCODEX · Accepted Answer

Correct Option: A. 1 only

Strategy: Focus on the procedural rule regarding a Speaker's removal: the Speaker cannot preside when a removal resolution is discussed (Statement 1). However, statements 2 and 3 assert against basic parliamentary practice: the Speaker can speak and vote in such a case, making those statements incorrect. Therefore, only Statement 1 is correct, leading to option A.

Key Info: ### Speaker Removal Procedure

*   The procedure for removing the Speaker of Lok Sabha is outlined in Article 94 and Article 96 of the Constitution.
*   If a resolution for the Speaker's removal is under consideration:
    *   The Speaker cannot preside over the House.
    *   The Speaker may be present in the House.
    *   The Speaker is allowed to participate in proceedings.
    *   The Speaker has the right to speak and vote on the resolution in the first instance, unlike a casting vote which is reserved for ties.
*   During this period, the Deputy Speaker or another member appointed by the House presides.
*   This process ensures impartiality during discussions of the Speaker's potential removal and safeguards parliamentary autonomy and accountability through removal by a majority resolution.

IASCODEX · Answer

Option B: 1 and 2 only

IASCODEX · Answer

Option C: 2 and 3 only

IASCODEX · Answer

Option D: 1, 2, and 3