Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to the Lok Sabha of India?
A. Termination of a session of the House by an order made by the President under article 85(2) is called ‘prorogation’.
B. President Ram Nath Kovind has prorogued the fifth session of 17th Lok Sabha.
C. Both A & B
D. None of these
Explanation:
President Ram Nath Kovind has prorogued the fifth session of 17th Lok Sabha. The session had commenced on 29th January. President also prorogued the Rajya Sabha. The House was adjourned sine die on 25th of this month. Termination of a session of the House by an order made by the President under article 85(2) is called ‘prorogation’.