Indian Politics

Q. The function of Protem Speaker is to-

A
Officiate as Speaker when a Speaker is unlikely to be elected
B
Conduct the Proceedings of the House in the absence of the Speaker
C
Swearing in members and hold charge till a regular Speaker is elected
D
Check if the election certificates of members are in order

Correct Answer

Swearing in members and hold charge till a regular Speaker is elected

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