With reference to the Speaker of the Lok Sabha, consider the following statements: While any resolution for the removal of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha is under consideration

1. He/She shall not preside.

2. He/She shall not have the right to speak.

3. He/She shall not be entitled to vote on the resolution in the first instance.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The correct answer is Option 1.

Key Points

• When a resolution for the removal of the Speaker is under consideration, the Speaker cannot preside over the session.
• This is to ensure impartiality and fairness in the proceedings.
• Instead, the Deputy Speaker or another member from the Panel of Chairpersons will preside over the session. Hence statement 1 is correct.
• The Speaker retains the right to speak during the proceedings, particularly in their defense.
• This is aligned with the principles of natural justice, which allow an individual the right to defend themselves. Hence statement 2 is incorrect.
• The Speaker of Lok Sabha can be removed by a resolution passed by effective majority after giving a 14 days prior notice.
• When such a notice is in consideration against the speaker, he can not preside over the proceedings of the house.
• He can, however, participate in proceedings of the house & can even vote in 1st instance, though not when there is an equality of votes.. Hence statement 3 is incorrect.