With reference to the Speaker Pro Tem of the Lok Sabha, which of the following statements is correct?

Parliament, Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha & Legislative Procedure — question ID 919

Options

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Explanation

The President appoints a member of the Lok Sabha as the Speaker Pro Tem (usually the senior-most member) and also administers the oath of office to him. The office is temporary and ceases to exist once the new Speaker is elected.