Which of the following descriptions with regard to Parliament Privilege for Members of the Parliament of India is/are correct? 1. The Speaker is empowered to refer suo moto any question of privilege for investigation. 2. A question of privilege is accorded priority over other items in the List of Business. 3. The privilege extends to freedom from preventive arrest or detention. Select the answer using the code given below:
- A. 1 only
- B. 2 and 3 only
- C. 1 and 2 only ✓
- D. 1, 2 and 3 only
Correct Answer: C. 1 and 2 only
Explanation
Parliamentary privileges include immunity from arrest in civil cases during the session and 40 days before/after. However, this privilege does not extend to criminal cases or preventive detention. The Speaker can refer privilege matters to a committee and they receive priority.
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