1.
Who presides over the joint sitting of the two Houses of Parliament?
A
The Vice President
B
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
C
Prime Minister
D
President
View Answer
Correct Answer: B — The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Explanation:
Under Article 118 of the Indian Constitution, the Speaker of the Lok Sabha presides over a joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament. A joint sitting is convened by the President when there is a deadlock between the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha on a non-money Bill.