Question

Q. With reference to the Powers, Privileges, and Immunities of the Members of Parliament, which of the following statements is/are correct?

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 only
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

The correct option is A 1 only

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: As per Article 105 of the Constitution of India, the Members of Parliament enjoy immunity from proceedings in any court in respect of the publication of any report, paper, or proceedings under the authority of either House of the Parliament.

Statement 2 is incorrect: Protection against arrest extends only in Civil Cases and not in all cases such as Preventive Detention or Criminal Cases during the session of Parliament for a period of 40 days before the beginning and 40 days after the end of a session.