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Indian Polity Elections

Consider the following statements:

I. If any question arises as to whether a Member of the House of the People has become subject to disqualification under the 10th Schedule, the President's decision in accordance with the opinion of the Council of Union Ministers shall be final.

II. There is no mention of the word ‘political party’ in the Constitution of India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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I only

II only

Both I and II

Neither I nor II

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Explanation:

- Statement I Explanation: The decision regarding disqualification of a Member of the House under the 10th Schedule is taken by the Speaker or Chairman and not the President. Therefore, Statement I is incorrect.

- Statement II Explanation: The word "political party" is indeed not mentioned in the Indian Constitution. This makes Statement II correct.

- Option Analysis:

- Option 1 (I only): Incorrect, because Statement I is wrong.

- Option 2 (II only): Correct, as only Statement II is correct.

- Option 3 (Both I and II): Incorrect, because only Statement II is correct.

- Option 4 (Neither I nor II): Incorrect, because Statement II is correct.

- Correct Answer: Option 2 - II only