Consider the following statements:
A. ‘Prorogation’ postpones a joint sitting of the house by an order made by the Governor.
B. ‘Adjournment’ terminates both the sitting and session of the house.
C. ‘Recess’ is the time between the prorogation and reassembly of the houses.
D. The Governor can also prorogue the house in session.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
- A and B only
- A and C only
- B and C only
- C and D only
Correct Answer:
4. C and D only
Explanation:
Statement A: Incorrect.
Prorogation is the act of terminating a session of the legislature, not merely postponing a joint sitting. It is an act performed by the President or the Governor, not limited to joint sittings.
Statement B: Incorrect.
Adjournment only terminates a sitting of the house, not the entire session. The session continues until it is prorogued or dissolved.
Statement C: Correct.
Recess refers to the period between the prorogation of a session and its reassembly for the next session.
Statement D: Correct.
The Governor, like the President, has the power to prorogue the house in session as per Article 174 of the Constitution.
Source Links for Verification:
- Indian Constitution - Article 174
legislative.gov.in - Parliamentary Procedure Terminology
Parliament of India
