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In the context of the Parliamentary system of India, the term 'whip' is often in the news. Which of the statements given below is/are correct regarding the office of the Whip?

The Office of Whip is mentioned in the Rules of each House of the Parliament.
The Speaker/Chairman appoints Whip for each party who ensures attendance of party members.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

1 only

2 only

Both

None

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Explanation:

Statement 1 is not correct: The Office of ‘Whip’, is mentioned neither in the Constitution of India nor in the Rules of the House nor in a Parliamentary Statute. It is based on the Conventions of the Parliamentary System of Government.
Statement 2 is not correct: Every political party, whether ruling or Opposition has its own Whip in the Parliament. He is appointed by the political party to serve as an Assistant Floor Leader. He is charged with the responsibility of ensuring the attendance of his party members in large numbers and securing their support in favour of or against a particular issue. He regulates and monitors their behaviour in the Parliament. The members are supposed to follow the directives given by the Whip. Otherwise, disciplinary action can be taken against the erring members of the political party.