Which one of the following statements is correct with regard to Speaker of Lok Sabha?
Speaker tenders his resignation letter addressed to the President.
When the office of the Speaker is vacant the duties of his office shall be performed by the Deputy Speaker.
The Speaker holds office at the pleasure of the President.
The Speaker can summon a joint session of Parliament.
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UPSC SO-Steno – 2017
– The Speaker’s office becomes vacant if they cease to be a member of the House or resign or are removed.
– Option C is incorrect. The Speaker is elected by the Lok Sabha and holds office until immediately before the first meeting of the Lok Sabha after the dissolution of the one they were elected to, unless removed earlier by a resolution of the House (Article 94). They do not hold office at the pleasure of the President.
– Option D is incorrect. A joint session of Parliament is summoned by the President (Article 108(1)). The Speaker presides over a joint session (Article 118(4)).