Question

Q2. Consider the statements:

i. Supreme court has jurisdiction over the decisions regarding disqualification of a member of the parliament.

ii. An exemption has been provided to the Speaker and deputy speaker of the House of people to disqualification.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• A. a) i) only
• B. b) ii) only
• C. c) Both i) and ii)
• D. d) None

Answer 1

The correct option is B

b) ii) only

The question of disqualification of a member of Parliament in all other matters except under 10th schedule (disqualification) is decided by the President. However, President should obtain the opinion of the election commission before taking such decision