With reference to the Legislative Assembly of a State in India, consider the following statements:
- The Governor makes a customary address to Members of the House at the commencement of the first session of the year.
- When a State Legislature does not have a rule on a particular matter, it follows the Lok Sabha rule on that matter.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
Special Address: Article 176(1) mandates the Governor to address the Legislative Assembly (or both Houses assembled together) at the commencement of
- The first session after each General Election and
- The first session of each year.
- Constitutional Purpose: The address informs the Legislature about the “causes of its summons” as mandated by Article 176(1).
- No Discretion: The Governor has no constitutional authority to refuse or alter this address, as it is a binding duty.
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Statement 2 is correct
- In the absence of specific rules on a matter within the State Legislature, it typically refers to the rules and procedures of the Lok Sabha as a guideline. This practice is commonly followed, even though it is not explicitly outlined in the Constitution.
