Statement 1 is incorrect: The Panel of Chairpersons is drawn from different parties, not just the ruling party, to ensure representation and impartiality in presiding over the House. Statement 2 is incorrect: The Panel of Chairpersons is nominated by the Speaker of the Lok Sabha. While the Speaker may consult with various parties, the formal nomination is made by the Speaker, not by the parties themselves. Statement 3 is correct: The Panel of Chairpersons consists of members, usually around 10. Any one of them can preside over the House in the absence of both the Speaker and the Deputy Speaker. When a member from the Panel presides, they have the same powers as the Speaker.
With regard to Panel of Chairperson, Lok Sabha, which of the following statements is/are correct ? 1. Panel of Chairperson is drawn from the ruling party only 2. Panel of Chairperson is nominated by different political parties and appointed by Speaker, Lok Sabha 3. Panel of Chairperson consists of 10 members and one of them presides over the House when both Speaker and Deputy Speaker are not there Select the correct answer using the code given below :
Asked in UPSC CAPF 2020 · Topic: The Parliament (Presiding Officers: Speaker, Deputy Speaker, Chairman, Deputy Chairman)
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