Question
Consider the following statements :
1. The President of India can summon a session of the Parliament at such place as he/she thinks fit.
2. The Constitution of India provides for three sessions of the Parliament in a year, but it is not mandatory to conduct all three sessions.
3. There is no minimum number of days that the Parliament is required to meet in a year.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 2 and 3 only
Answer:
C
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Explanation:
1. Statement 1 is correct: The President of India has the authority to summon a session of the Parliament and can determine the place where the session will be held.
2. Statement 2 is incorrect: The Constitution of India provides for three sessions of the Parliament in a year, namely the Budget Session, the Monsoon Session, and the Winter Session. It is mandatory to conduct these sessions as per the provisions of the Constitution.
3. Statement 3 is correct: There is no minimum number of days that the Parliament is required to meet in a year. The duration and number of sitting days are determined by the business and agenda of the Parliament.