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SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 28

SSC CGL - 23 Aug 2021 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q28

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
Essaouira's origins stretch back to prehistoric times, and this spot on Morocco's Atlantic
coast (1)______ a centre of culture and commerce ever since. (2)______ centuries, the harbour town was an important trading post (3)______ both a seaport and as the north-western terminus of a caravan (4)______ stretching across the desert to Timbuktu (5)______ Africa’s interior.

Who among the following appoints the Speaker 'Pro tem' of the Lok Sabha?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. President

  • As per the second provison to article 94 of the Constitution, the office of the Speaker becomes vacant immediately before the first meeting of the new Lok Sabha.
  • As provided by the Constiutution, the Speaker of the Lok Sabha vacates his office.
  • Therefore, the President appoints a member of Lok Sabha as the Speaker Pro Tem.