Article 178 of the Indian Constitution provides for a Speaker to preside over the sessions of the Le...........

Indian Polity (CDS) Union - Executive, Legisture

Article 178 of the Indian Constitution provides for a Speaker to preside over the sessions of the Legislative Assembly . Consider the following statements in this regard:

1. Speaker can punish a member for unruly behaviour by suspending them.

2. The speaker decides the question of disquali fi cation of a member of the assembly.

3. The Speaker does not vote in the fi rst instance.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

1 only

1 and 2 only

2 and 3 only

1, 2 and 3

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Explanation:

Election of the Speaker

The constitution of India provides that after every general election, the Legislative Assembly in a State, at its very first session shall elect a Speaker and a Deputy Speaker, from among its members.

During the absence of the Speaker from offi ce, the Deputy Speaker takes over his offi ce. The Speaker generally belongs to the ruling party.

The Speaker remains in offi ce till the next Speaker is sworn in. Removal

The removal of the Speaker through a resolution of the Assembly requires 14 days’ notice, when a motion for his removal is discussed in the Assembly, the Speaker does not preside over the Assembly. Powers and Functions

The Speaker does not take part in the debate and usually does not vote except to break a tie.

When the Assembly meets, the Speaker calls the House to order, maintains discipline in the House.

He sees whether there is necessary quorum.

He may adjourn or suspend the sitting of the House if necessary quorum is not there, or to restore discipline.

He may even suspend or expel members of the House for unruly behaviour.