The function of Protem Speaker is to-
A. Conduct the Proceedings of the House in the absence of the Speaker
B. Officiate as Speaker when a Speaker is unlikely to be elected
C. Swearing in members and hold charge till a regular Speaker is elected
D. Check if the election certificates of members are in order
Answer: Option C
Solution (By Examveda Team)
As soon as the new Lok Sabha is constituted, the President of India from among the newly elected members, appoints the seniormost (seniority in terms of membership of Parliament) member as the Protem Speaker. His functions include administering oath to the Lok Sabha members and presiding over the election of a new Speaker. With the election of Speaker, Protem Speaker ceases to be the presiding officer.This Question Belongs to General Knowledge >> Indian Politics
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