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Speaker of the Lok Sabha: 1. The Speaker is elected by the members of the Lok Sabha from among themselves. 2. The Speaker may resign by writing to…

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Consider the following statements about the Speaker of the Lok Sabha:
1. The Speaker is elected by the members of the Lok Sabha from among themselves.
2. The Speaker may resign by writing to the Deputy Speaker.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
  1. A. 1 only
  2. B. 2 only
  3. C. Both 1 and 2
  4. D. Neither 1 nor 2
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Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2

Both statements are correct. The Speaker is chosen by the Lok Sabha from its own members, and under Article 94 she or he may resign by a written letter addressed to the Deputy Speaker. The Speaker can also be removed by a resolution passed by a majority of all the then members of the House, with 14 days' notice.
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