The question asks about the constitutional implications when a Member of Parliament (MP) is elected to the office of Vice-President of India. This involves understanding the constitutional provisions related to holding multiple offices and the vacation of seats.
D) It is deemed vacated upon assuming Vice-President office
This is the correct answer. According to constitutional provisions, specifically implied by Article 64 and the nature of the Vice-President's office, if a sitting Member of Parliament is elected as Vice-President, their seat in Parliament is automatically vacated the moment they assume the office of Vice-President. This prevents a conflict of interest and ensures the independence of the Vice-President's role as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
The question asks about the salary of the Vice-President of India. To answer this, we need to recall the constitutional provisions and established practices regarding the Vice-President's emoluments.
Correct Option: C) He is paid as the Chairman of Rajya Sabha
The question asks about the procedure for removing the Vice-President of India from office. Understanding the constitutional provisions related to the Vice-President's removal is key to answering this question.
C) By a resolution passed by Rajya Sabha and agreed by Lok Sabha. This option accurately describes the constitutional procedure for the removal of the Vice-President, as outlined in Article 67(b).
The question asks about the year when the procedure for the Vice-President's election was changed by an amendment. This requires knowledge of constitutional amendments related to the Vice-President's election process.
Correct Option: C) 1961. The Eleventh Constitutional Amendment Act of 1961 changed the procedure for the Vice-President's election, replacing the joint meeting of Parliament with an electoral college system.
The question asks to identify the specific Article in the Indian Constitution that deals with the election of the Vice-President. To answer this, one needs to recall the relevant articles concerning the Vice-President's office.
B) Article 66 — This Article explicitly lays down the provisions for the election of the Vice-President of India, including the composition of the electoral college and the method of election.
The question asks about the role of the Chairman of Rajya Sabha when the Vice-President is discharging the functions of the President. This requires knowledge of the constitutional provisions regarding the Vice-President's dual role as Chairman of Rajya Sabha and acting President, and the line of succession for presiding over the Rajya Sabha.
C) Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha: As per Article 65(3) of the Indian Constitution, when the Vice-President acts as President, the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha performs the duties of the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.