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With reference to the Legislative Assembly of a State in India, consider the following statements:

  1. 1.The Governor makes a customary address to Members of the House at the commencement of the first session of the year.
  2. 2.When a State Legislature does not have a rule on a particular matter, it follows the Lok Sabha rule on that matter.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. A.1 only
  2. B.2 only
  3. C.Both 1 and 2
  4. D.Neither 1 nor 2
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: C. Both 1 and 2

The Governor delivers an address to the State Legislative Assembly at the beginning of the first session each year, as mandated by the Constitution. Furthermore, the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the State Legislatures are designed to align with those of the Lok Sabha when specific rules are absent, ensuring procedural consistency in parliamentary functioning.

Source: UPSC gs1 2019

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