Q. Which of the following statements are correct in respect of ‘Special Sessions’ in Parliament?
(1) The term Special Session of Parliament is defined in Art. 85 of Indian Constitution
(2) Art. 352 (8)(b) of Indian Constitution speaks about Special Sitting of the House of Parliament
(3) The proceedings of both the Houses of Parliament in special sessions would be limited
(4) If proclamation of Emergency is issued when the Parliament is not in Session, 1/3 of Lok Sabha and 1/3 of Rajya Sabha Members can ask the President to convene a Special Session of Parliament
(A) 1 and 2
(B) 2 and 3
(C) 2 and 4
(D) 1 and 3
Question from Odisha OCS Paper 1 2024
The correct answer is (B) 2 and 3.
Explanation:
1. Statement 1: Incorrect. The term “Special Session” is not defined in Article 85 of the Indian Constitution or anywhere else in the Constitution. Article 85 deals with the summoning and prorogation of Parliament but does not specifically mention “Special Sessions.”
2. Statement 2: Correct. Article 352(8)(b) of the Indian Constitution mentions a Special Sitting of the House of Parliament in the context of the proclamation of Emergency. It provides that if a proclamation of Emergency is issued, it must be approved by both Houses of Parliament within one month, and this may require a special sitting.
3. Statement 3: Correct. The proceedings of both Houses of Parliament during a special session are generally limited to specific purposes, such as discussing or approving a particular issue (e.g., Emergency proclamation, specific bills, or resolutions).
4. Statement 4: Incorrect. It’s one-tenth (1/10th) of members, not one-third (1/3rd)
Thus, the correct statements are 2 and 3.
