Question

The Speaker of the Lok Sabha can be removed from the office by the}

• A. simple majority
• B. special majority
• C. absolute majority
• D. effective majority

Hint:

Speaker removal = Effective majority; Constitutional amendment = Special majority—keep these distinctions clear.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Concept: Parliamentary decisions are taken using different types of majorities depending on the nature of the motion. Step 1:Define effective majority.
Effective majority refers to: \[ \text{Majority of the total strength of the House minus vacant seats} \]
Step 2:Relate it to removal of Speaker.
The removal of the Lok Sabha Speaker requires a resolution passed by an effective majority.
Step 3:Rule out other options.

• Simple majority → Only majority of members present and voting
• Special majority → Applied in constitutional amendment cases
• Absolute majority → Majority of total membership including vacancies

Step 4:Conclusion.
\[ {\text{effective majority}} \]