Question

Regarding the office of the Lok Sabha Speaker, consider the following statements : 

1. He/She holds the office during the pleasure of the President.

2. He/She need not be a member of the House at the time of his/her election but has to become a member of the House within six months from the date of his/her election.

3. If he/she intends to resign, the letter of his/her resignation has to be addressed to the Deputy Speaker.

Which of the statements given above is /are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 3 only

(c) 1, 2 and 3

(d) None

Answer 1

(b) 3 only

If the Lok Sabha Speaker wants to resign, the letter of his/her resignation has to be addressed to the Deputy Speaker. The Speaker is elected by the Lok-Sabha from amongst its Members. Usually the Speaker remains in office during the life of the Lok-Sabha.