Under the Indian Constitution, who has the authority to summon a joint session of both Houses of Parliament in case of a legislative deadlock over an ordinary bill?

Parliament, Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha & Legislative Procedure — question ID 1025

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Explanation

Under Article 108 of the Constitution, if there is a deadlock between the two Houses on an ordinary bill (excluding money bills), the President can summon a joint sitting of both Houses. However, this joint sitting is presided over by the Speaker of the Lok Sabha.