Consider the following statements: I. On the dissolution of the House of the People, the Speaker shall not vacate his/her office until immediately before the first meeting of the House of the People after the dissolution. II. According to the provisions of the Constitution of India, a Member of the House of the People on being elected as Speaker shall resign from his/her political party immediately. III. The Speaker of the House of the People may be removed from his/her office by a resolution of the House of the People passed by a majority of all the then Members of The House, provided that no resolution shall be moved unless at least fourteen days’ notice has been given of the intention to move the resolution. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- A.I and II only
- B.II and III only
- C.I and III only
- D.I, II and III
▶ Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: C. I and III only
The Speaker's term continues even after the dissolution of the Lok Sabha until the first sitting of the newly constituted House. This provision ensures continuity in legislative functioning. Removal of the Speaker requires a special majority of 'all the then members' and a prior notice of 14 days, as stipulated in the Constitution to safeguard the office.
Source: UPSC gs1 2025