UPSC Indian Polity and Civics The Union Judiciary Question Bank Union Government

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    Consider the following statements:
    1. The joint sitting of the two houses of the Parliament in India is sanctioned under Article 108 of the Constitution
    2. The first joint sitting of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha was held in the year 1961
    3. The second joint sitting of the two Houses of Indian Parliament was held to pass the Banking Service Commission (Repeal) Bill
    Which of these statements is correct?

    A) 1 and 2            

    B) 2 and 3

    C) 1 and 3            

    D) 1, 2 and 3

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

    So far three joint sittings have been held. First was held on Dowry Prohibition Bill, 1961, Second was held on Banking Service Commission (Repeal) Bill, 1978 and Third was held on Prevention of Terrorism Bill, 2002. The presiding officer of joint sitting is Speaker of the Lok Sabha.


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