Who among the following presides over a joint sitting of both the houses summoned by the President o...........

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Who among the following presides over a joint sitting of both the houses summoned by the President of India?

Chairman of Rajya Sabha

Speaker of Lok Sabha

President of India

Prime Minister of India

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Explanation:

Let’s break it down:

- Option 1: Chairman of Rajya Sabha. Sounds official, but when the two houses meet together—including the Lok Sabha—the Speaker of Lok Sabha actually takes charge.

- Option 2: Speaker of Lok Sabha. This is the right one. The rules are clear: in any joint sitting meant to break deadlock on a bill, the Speaker of Lok Sabha presides. If they're absent, the Deputy Speaker steps in. Only then does anyone from the Rajya Sabha get considered.

- Option 3: President of India. The President calls for a joint sitting but never chairs it. Their role is more about invitation, not participation.

- Option 4: Prime Minister of India. PM leads the government, but has no role in presiding over parliamentary sessions, joint or otherwise.

So, your answer is option 2—Speaker of Lok Sabha.