Under ______ of the Constitution, in case of dissolution of the Lok Sabha, the Speaker does not vacate his office until immediately before the first meeting of the House after dissolution.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. Article 94.
- Under Article 94 of the Constitution, in the event of a dissolution of the Lok Sabha, the Speaker does not vacate his office until immediately before the first meeting of the House after the dissolution.
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The Speaker is a Member of Parliament elected by the Lok Sabha.
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Upon the dissolution of the Lok Sabha, the Speaker ceases to be a member of the House. However, he or she does not vacate the office of Speaker immediately.
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As per Article 94, the speaker holds Office from the date of his/her election till immediately before the first meeting of the next Lok Sabha after the dissolution of the Lok Sabha to which he/she was elected as a member.
Other Options:
- Article 96 – Speaker or Deputy Speaker Not to Preside While a Resolution for His Removal from Office Is Under Consideration.
- Article 86 – Right of the President to Address and Send Messages to the Houses.
- Article 84 – Qualification for Membership of Parliament.