Which one of the following statements is correct with regard to removal of the Speaker of Lok Sabha?
The Speaker may be removed from his office by the President on a resolution of Lok Sabha passed by a majority of all the then Members of the House.
The Speaker may be removed from his office by a resolution of Lok Sabha passed by a majority of all the then Members of the House.
At least 21 days' notice has to be given to move a resolution to remove the Speaker.
In computing the period of notice for removing the Speaker, both the terminal days are included.
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– The resolution must be supported by an effective majority (more than half of the *then* total membership of the House).
– Option C is incorrect. A resolution for the removal of the Speaker or Deputy Speaker can only be moved after giving at least fourteen days’ notice of the intention to move the resolution (Article 94(c)).
– Option D is incorrect. In computing the period of notice (like the 14 days for removal), the terminal days are generally excluded. Standard legal practice typically excludes the day the notice is given and the day the event takes place.