1. Match the following:
| List I | List II |
|---|---|
| A. Chief Election Commissioner | 1. Elected by members of Rajya Sabha |
| B. Speaker of Lok Sabha | 2. Appointed by the President |
| C. Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha | 3. Elected by members of Lok Sabha |
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
| A | B | C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| (a) | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| (b) | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| (c) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| (d) | None | of | these |
Answer: (b)
Explanation:
The Chief Election Commissioner is appointed by the President of India. The Speaker of Lok Sabha is elected by the members of the Lok Sabha. The Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha is elected by the members of the Rajya Sabha.
These methods of selection are laid down in the Constitution of India for important constitutional and parliamentary offices.
Q2. The Speaker of the lower house of a State can step down by submitting his resignation to the
(a) Chief Minister
(b) Governor
(c) Deputy Speaker of the House
(d) President
(UPSC Prelims 1987)
Answer: (c) Deputy Speaker of the House
Explanation: In a State Legislative Assembly, the Speaker submits resignation to the Deputy Speaker, who is the next in line to preside over the House. This ensures continuity and procedural clarity within the legislature.